A few surprises, but not much change in Trenton's legislature
Little changed in the balance of power in the legislature Tuesday night, with Democrats remaining firmly in control.
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State Democrats present $34.8 billion budget for 2017
Democrats who control the New Jersey Legislature have unveiled a $34.8 billion budget proposal, just $300 million over what Republican Gov. Chris Christie is calling for in 2017.
Make NJ companies help workers save for retirement, legislators say
Does your company do enough to help you save for retirement? There's a big push in the New Jersey legislature to guarantee it does.
New Jersey Senate sets Port Authority veto override date
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — Two Democratic lawmakers say the New Jersey Senate will attempt to override Gov. Chris Christie's veto of Port Authority of New York and New Jersey reform legislation.
What's on the 2015 New Jersey legislative agenda?
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — With the Assembly heading into an election year and Republican Gov. Chris Christie expected to announce a decision on a possible White House run, New Jersey lawmakers have a narrow window to pursue significant legislation before campaigning kicks into high gear.
NJ lawmaker wants to limit the amount of bills sponsored
It is not uncommon for New Jersey lawmakers to introduce bills to get recognized or to capitalize on a scandal or a tragedy, but Assemblyman Anthony Bucco (R-Randolph) is looking to put an end to it.
Jersey lawmakers won't get summer break
It's typical for the New Jersey Legislature to break for the summer, but this year that will not happen. The leaders of both houses said there is important work to do and there's no reason to put it off until the fall.