New Jersey businesses left waiting for tax credits
Another front in the battle over New Jersey’s business tax breaks: The main portion of the tax credits for 2018 still haven’t yet been paid out by the state.
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Senators attack NJ judge who said rape was no big deal for girl
Five state senators have called for the investigation and removal of two Family Court judges who were criticized for downplaying the actions by accused teen rapists.
New plan: Ban plastic bags, paper bags completely from NJ stores
Closer than ever, under this state lawmaker's proposal — and there's support from food retailers.
Murphy close to signing new tax — on rain!
A bill that would allow local governments to create stormwater utilities was sent to the governor's desk.
Forget the bag tax — Push in NJ to ban plastic bags, straws
A proposal to ban plastic bags statewide could see legislative activity as early as mid-September.
Murphy to veto shopping bag tax amid push to ban plastics
The legislation would have placed a 5-cent fee on single-use plastic and paper bags. The money would have been used for a Healthy Schools and Community Lead Abatement Fund.
One more fee for big NJ property owners?
A Jersey lawmaker is pushing a plan to fix and modernize stormwater drains that are causing pollution and erosion problems.
NJ lawmaker proposes new tax on tap water to fix pipes
A New Jersey lawmaker says we need to upgrade Jersey's water system infrastructure, and the state has no money for the job.
N.J. looks again at banning smoking on all beaches
The Legislature approved a statewide ban on smoking on public beaches twice, only to see Gov. Chris Christie veto it. But Phil Murphy is now governor.
Murphy administration opposes stricter clean water standard
DEP promises more cooperation under Gov. Phil Murphy but says it won't always agree with lawmakers.