Verlina Reynolds-Jackson

Status messages about claims being pending or unpayable would gain details about the specific reason they're paused, under an upgrade planned in state budget.

Proponents say the change would guard against voter supression in areas where people are wary of law enforcement. Critics say it treats police as criminals.

Black lawmakers and advocacy groups are advocating for legislative leaders to hold hearings in March on a bill creating a New Jersey Reparations Task Force.

Around 20% of New Jersey's budget for youth prisons would be reallocated to a pilot program focused on Camden, Newark, Paterson and Trenton under a bill.

Motor Vehicle Commission chief says the change, made to allow for easier social distancing, has made things more efficient. But it won't stick statewide.

Proposed legislation would keep police away from polling locations unless there was a disturbance or emergency.

Democratic lawmakers vote to codify in law Gov. Phil Murphy's 2020 election rules, which are being challenged in court by President Donald Trump's campaign.

The package includes requirements for data collection and analysis, minority recruitment, implicit bias training and civilian review boards.

Mandatory license suspensions for things unrelated to unsafe driving would end. It would be discretionary in some matters, including unpaid child support.

"Some school districts only keep surveillance footage for a short period of time, sometimes just a few weeks," said bill sponsor Assemblywoman Pamela Lampitt.