Testa: NJDOC Must Stop Transferring Inmates to Prevent Spread of COVID-19
Senator Michael Testa called on the New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) to stop transferring inmates from “hot zones” of infection in North Jersey to prisons in South Jersey to prevent the spread of COVID-19 within the confines of our correctional facilities.
Sen. Michael Testa called on the NJDOC to stop transferring inmates from ‘hot zones’ of infection in North Jersey to prisons in South Jersey to prevent the spread of COVID-19. (Pixabay)
“The NJDOC hasn’t locked down inmate transfers enough to prevent the spread of COVID-19 from prison to prison,” said Testa (R-1). “We heard of a prisoner who was transferred several days ago from a ‘hot zone’ in North Jersey to South Woods State Prison. The prisoner was symptomatic upon arrival at South Woods, brought to a hospital, and tested positive for the coronavirus. It’s increasingly clear that inmate transfers at this time within the New Jersey prison system is creating unnecessary risk for other inmates and the Corrections Officers who watch over them.”
Oroho, Space & Wirths Ask Congressional Delegation Why No Federal Stimulus for Sussex & Warren Counties
Senator Steve Oroho and Assemblymen Parker Space and Hal Wirths (all R-24) called on New Jersey’s congressional delegation to investigate and explain why some counties, including Sussex and Warren, were left out of the first batch of federal grants delivered to New Jersey following the passage of a $2 trillion stimulus package.
Oroho, Space & Wirths called on New Jersey’s congressional delegation to investigate and explain why some counties, including Sussex and Warren, were left out of the first batch of federal grants delivered to New Jersey following the passage of a $2 trillion stimulus package. (Pixabay)
“Our families and businesses in Sussex and Warren counties are suffering just as much as anyone in New Jersey,” the legislators said in a joint statement. “It’s very concerning, and frankly unacceptable, that the communities we represent were overlooked in the first round of federal funding. We urge New Jersey’s congressional delegation to find out why we were left out and ensure that our constituents’ needs are being treated equally.”
According to a press release from United States Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker, 17 of New Jersey’s 21 counties, along with a number of individual municipalities within those counties, received awards through federal programs.
Holzapfel, McGuckin & Catalano: ‘Complete Census for School Funding Fairness’
With the ongoing COVID-19 public health crisis, the 10th District Legislators, Senator Jim Holzapfel and Assemblymen Greg McGuckin and John Catalano are reminding residents of the importance of the 2020 U. S. Census.
The U.S. Census is used to determine federal funding for infrastructure, schools, healthcare and housing, and Sen. Holzapfel and Am. McGuckin and Catalano are urging residents to complete the survey to ensure the state gets its fair share. (SenateNJ.com)
The census is used to determine federal funding for infrastructure, schools, healthcare and housing.
In recent years, funding for schools in the 10th Legislative District has been drastically cut. The legislators are reminding residents of the importance of the census to ensure their fair share of school funding.
Administration Policy Leading to More Sickness, Deaths
Pennacchio to Governor: Unshackle Doctors, Give Them the Tools to Treat and Save Patients
More than 500 New Jerseyans have died from COVID-19, almost 26,000 have tested positive for the virus, yet as the numbers skyrocket every day, the Murphy Administration continues to tie the hands of doctors desperate to control the spread with hydroxychloroquine, Senator Joe Pennacchio said today.
Sen. Pennacchio said the Murphy Administration should heed the call of doctors who want to pretreat people with HCQ to control the spread of COVID-19. (CDC)
“It’s difficult to understand the motivation here,” said Pennacchio (R-26). “For whatever reason, doctors are being shackled in how they can use HCQ, and patients are suffering for it.”
Amid Pandemic Crisis, Bucco Calls for Front Office Business Advocate
Senator Anthony M. Bucco (R-Morris County) released the following statement amid the COVID-19 crisis and growing economic uncertainty:
Sen. Anthony Bucco released the following statement amid the COVID-19 crisis and growing economic uncertainty. (©iStock)
“First off, I want to commend the Governor and the administration for their leadership throughout this pandemic and the uncertain times confronting residents, businesses and government alike. Our state’s response must first and foremost be about protecting the health and safety of our residents. That is clear. But with each passing day, businesses small and large are losing revenues necessary to sustain operations and jobs. With a myriad of businesses across our state with different challenges, ideas, and concerns, there is no single answer on how to confront the economic challenges before the Garden State.
Independent Physicians Align with Senator Pennacchio on Physician Autonomy
Physicians Wrote to Governor Calling for Early Treatment with HCQ
An additional group of doctors has contacted a New Jersey State Senator calling on the State to lift restrictions on the use of hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) for the therapeutic treatment and prophylactic early treatment of COVID-19.
Sen. Pennacchio said the Murphy Administration needs to allow doctors to be doctors, remove the unnecessary shackles, and let them save lives using HCQ as a preventive treatment for the coronavirus. (Flickr)
The doctors are echoing Senator Pennacchio’s appeal for New Jersey to accumulate a stockpile of the medication.
“Major pharmacies that have a presence in New Jersey have committed to donating more than 100 million pills,” said Pennacchio. “How many has the Administration secured for us?”
Testa, McClellan & Simonsen Advise NJ Tax Filers of Deadline Extension
Vow to Fight for South Jersey During Budget Process
Senator Michael Testa Jr. and Assemblymen Antwan McClellan and Erik K. Simonsen are alerting residents that the deadline for filing New Jersey income taxes has been delayed until July 15, coinciding with the extended federal deadline.
Senator Testa and Assemblymen McClellan and Simonsen informed residents that New Jersey Income Taxes are not due until July due to the coronavirus pandemic. (SenateNJ.com)
“People are worried and concerned about the coronavirus pandemic,” said Testa (R-1). “COVID-19 has upended everyday life and created severe financial strain on residents. Good news has been hard to come by, but the tax filing delay will lighten the stress levels on those who are isolating at home and trying to keep themselves and families safe and well.”
Pennacchio: New Jersey’s Treatment of COVID-19 Patients Makes No Sense
Urges State to Unshackle the Doctors to Break Pandemic
New Jersey State Senator Joe Pennacchio once again questioned how the State is dictating how doctors may treat their patients.
The State can curb the spread of coronavirus if the Murphy Administration allows doctors to use hydroxychloroquine to protect patients before they get sick, Senator Pennacchio said. (©iStock)
“Instead of allowing doctors to prophylactically or immediately treat patients, New Jersey is requiring them to have a full-blown case of coronavirus before action can be taken,” said Pennacchio (R-26). “By that time, in many cases, it is too late.”
Doherty Commends Robotics Club for Commitment to Build 10,000 PPE Face Shields
Collaborative Effort Between Warren Hills Regional HS, Special Technical Services, and Mt. Olive HS
Senator Michael Doherty praised the Warren Hills Robotics Association (WHRA) for their efforts to raise $20,000 to assemble 10,000 face shields for first responders.
Sen. Michael Doherty praised the Warren Hills Robotics Association for their efforts to raise $20,000 to assemble 10,000 face shields for first responders. (CDC)
“In this tumultuous time, ordinary people are stepping up to the plate to do extraordinary things,” said Doherty (R-23). “We need all hands on deck to beat this virus.
“WHRA’s proactive approach will help keep our medical personnel safe from COVID-19. To all donating and participating – thank you for your lifesaving endeavors.”
Oroho, Space & Wirths Remind Business Owners About Small Business Administration Loan Programs
Senator Steve Oroho and Assemblymen Parker Space and Hal Wirths want to remind small business owners of a special loan program which is sponsored by the Small Business Administration (SBA).
Sen. Oroho and Assemblymen Space and Wirths are urging employers being hurt by the coronavirus pandemic to investigate the Small Business Administration’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans to help cope with the loss of revenue. (SenateNJ.com)
All small business owners are eligible to apply for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan advance of up to $10,000.
“These are extremely tough times for small business owners in Sussex, Warren, and Morris counties,” said Oroho (R-24). “These hard-working men and women need to look into programs that will help them out while we are in the emergency and until we get back to normal.”
