Democratic legislative leaders say more people would take paid family leave if the benefit was bigger. But they lack consensus yet on the path forward.
Gov. Chris Christie challenged lawmakers to fix school funding with him in 100 days. Midway through, lawmakers say it's possible -- but there's not yet a plan.
Despite concerns about possible costs for taxpayers, the Assembly voted 61-4 for a bill ceding control of the police and fire pension funds to a union-controlled panel.
It's not clear how many more New Jerseyans may get concealed-carry gun permits under a new rule taking effect April 4. Democrats may look to courts to block it.
Gov. Chris Christie says he'll work with lawmakers for a new school aid formula by June. He warns he'll act alone if that fails, but his leverage isn't clear.
The state Senate is set to vote Monday on a plan to give additional state funds to sanctuary cities, to make up for any losses if federal funds are withheld.
Democrats say they'll focus on school funding, the top driver of property taxes, though they don't agree on the path forward -- except to oppose Gov. Chris Christie's plan.