Bill would raise fines for not reporting elder abuse in NJ
It would raise fines to $1,500 for individuals, and $5,000 for care facilities.
Joann Downey
NJ looks to address growing shortage of child psychiatrists
But efforts are underway to entice more child psychiatrists to practice in rural, underserved parts of the Garden State
Salary history questions banned in NJ in interest of equal pay
Starting early next year, employers in New Jersey can no longer ask prospective workers about their salary history.
NJ Assembly votes to expand medical marijuana, keep taxing it
The 65-5 vote, with six abstentions, pushes the bill one step from Gov. Phil Murphy's desk. Senate approval is expected next week.
New gender, sexual orientation options possible for NJ forms
New Jersey birth certificates now allow people to document a biological sex outside of the historical male/female system. Other state forms might follow suit.
Reading, writing, math ... and civics? New H.S. mandate possible
Lawmakers consider making a civics course a high school graduation requirement in New Jersey, but the idea met resistance at its first hearing.
Family leave expansion, plus higher tax, on verge of approval
A significant expansion of paid family leave appears likely to be approved. It could bring with a $360 million payroll tax hike for middle-class workers.
NJ to consider measures to kill off dangerous ticks
Two New Jersey lawmakers have introduced a first-of-its-kind tick control bill in the state.
NJ lawmakers want to require payment plans for medical bills
New legislation being introduced would help New Jersey residents alleviate their medical debt.
Special interest groups are spending millions on NJ races
Spending by independent special interest groups is now approaching $20 million, nearly as much as what the candidates themselves have spent.