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Bipartisan Bills Preserving Open Space in NJ Become Law
Oroho, Corrado Sponsored Measures Utilizing Voter-Approved Funds
A package of legislation supporting open space and contributing to the quality of life in New Jersey was signed by Governor Murphy.
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Steve Oroho and Sen. Kristin Corrado preserving open space and contributing to the quality of life in New Jersey was signed by the Governor. (Morris County Preservation Trust)
Legislation sponsored by Senator Steve Oroho and Senator Kristin Corrado appropriates money from constitutionally dedicated corporate business tax (CBT) revenues.
“Farmland preservation is an important program that helps keep farmers on the farm while protecting valuable farming acreage,” said Oroho (R-24). “Protecting undeveloped land is not only in the interest of the farmer, but it’s an important quality of life issue for residents in our densely populated state.”
Connors, Rumpf & Gove Re-Introduce Bill to Reestablish COVID Legal Immunity for Senior Communities
Senator Christopher Connors, Assemblyman Brian Rumpf and Assemblywoman DiAnne Gove re-introduced legislation to prevent the expiration of legal immunity for senior communities from COVID-related lawsuits. The law enacted on June 30 of last year which provided legal immunity from COVID-related lawsuits to senior communities and other planned real estate developments expired Jan. 1, 2022.
Sen. Christopher Connors, Asm. Brian Rumpf and Asw. DiAnne Gove re-introduced legislation to prevent the expiration of legal immunity for senior communities from COVID-related lawsuits. (SenateNJ.com)
The District Delegation’s legislation, companion bills S-177 and A-729, would eliminate the expiration of immunity for planned real estate developments in the event of COVID-19 spread.
Oroho Measure Increasing Penalties for Professional License Lending Signed into Law
Legislation sponsored by Senator Steve Oroho cracking down on the practice of professional and occupational license lending is now law.
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Steve Oroho cracking down on the practice of professional and occupational license lending is now law. (SenateNJ.com)
Oroho’s legislation, A-6150/S-4119, signed Tuesday by the Governor, significantly increases penalties for the transfer or lending of licenses issued by authorized boards in the state.
“The laws against license lending are clear, but some contractors continue to cut corners to save time and money,” said Oroho (R-24). “The unethical practice is an all-too-common occurrence that can result in unnecessary health and safety risks. The penalties have not been sufficient to discourage the violators and this new law will turn up the heat.”
Pennacchio Blasts Murphy for Stiffing Main Street Employers While Dishing Out Millions to Movie Moguls
Senator Joe Pennacchio issued the following statement today regarding higher taxes being imposed by Governor Murphy while vetoing legislation that would have provided needed relief to Main Street businesses:
Sen. Joe Pennacchio chastised Gov. Murphy for vetoing a desperately needed bill to help Main Street businesses with the cost of complying with Covid mandates while signing legislation that will give millions of dollars to Hollywood moguls. (Wikimedia Commons)
“With the same breath, the Governor vetoed a major tax relief bill (A-4958/S-3740) for Main Street businesses that passed both houses with unanimous bipartisan support and signed an indefensible bill (S-4094/A-6070) giving a plum tax break to Hollywood billionaires who share his left-wing philosophies.
“The Main Street bill would have provided desperately needed help for small businesses that sustained massive cost increases to stay afloat during COVID 19 and the Governor’s restrictions. That measure died on Murphy’s desk, but one wasting millions on out-of-touch movie makers was signed. Continue Reading…
Singer Bill Helping Fill Void in Emergency Medical Services Becomes Law
Measure Would Permit Volunteer Paramedics to Assist in Mobile Intensive Care Units
Senator Robert Singer’s bill helping address a critical shortage of paramedics was signed by the Governor today.
Sen. Robert Singer’s bill helping address a critical shortage of paramedics using volunteer paramedics to respond to emergencies is now law. (SenateNJ.com)
The new law, A-6132/S-4235, allows volunteer paramedics to respond to emergencies and operate within mobile intensive care units.
“This will allow us to have more paramedics on the road and faster response times to emergencies,” said Singer (R-30). “There is a worsening crisis here in New Jersey and across the nation, and the pandemic has made things that much worse.
Gov. Signs Singer Bill Boosting Aid for Adult Day Care Services
Senator Robert Singer’s legislation increasing support for facilities that provide daytime services to New Jersey’s elderly residents was signed into law today.
Sen. Robert Singer’s legislation increasing support for facilities that provide daytime services to New Jersey’s elderly residents was signed into law today. (SenateNJ.com)
Singer’s bill (A-4238/S-2561) establishes a minimum Medicaid reimbursement rate for providers of adult medical daycare services.
“An increase in funding for these providers will help them better assist, protect, and support the elderly throughout our state,” said Singer (R-30). “Adult day health services are crucial to the physical and emotional well-being of New Jersey seniors.
Oroho Bill that Would Help Protect Farmland from Deer Signed into Law
Farmers throughout New Jersey may soon be able to apply for agricultural grants to help cover the cost of deer fencing thanks to bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senate Republican Leader Steven Oroho and signed into law today by Governor Murphy.
Farmers may soon be able to apply for agricultural grants to help cover the cost of deer fencing thanks to bipartisan legislation sponsored by Sen. Steve Oroho and signed into law today by Gov. Murphy. (Pixabay)
“I am glad Governor Murphy signed this bill into law today. Damage to crops from deer has become a crippling problem for many New Jersey farmers,” said Oroho (R-24). “In some instances, producers have abandoned fields that are too vulnerable to deer damage, and others have transitioned away from produce and row crops to hay, just to lessen the impact. By issuing grants for fencing, my legislation will provide a practical and humane method of protecting crops.”
Oroho: Time for Trenton to Get to Work on Affordability
Following the inauguration of Governor Phil Murphy today and the reorganization of the Legislature last week, Senate Republican Leader Steven Oroho said it’s time to get back to work.
Following the inauguration of Gov. Phil Murphy today and the reorganization of the Legislature last week, Senate Republican Leader Steven Oroho said it’s time to get back to work on affordability. (Pixabay)
“Now that the housekeeping is complete, we shouldn’t waste any time getting back to work in Trenton on efforts to make New Jersey more affordable,” said Oroho (R-24). “After the November election, the governor and legislative leaders of both parties said addressing affordability would be a priority. After all that talk, it’s time to show people some real action. Senate Republicans are ready to work.”
Oroho’s Bipartisan Bill Reducing Tax Burden on NJ Employers Signed into Law
Senate Republican Leader Steve Oroho’s legislation allowing qualifying New Jersey corporations to reduce their federal tax liabilities without costing the state any revenue was signed by the Governor today.
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Steve Oroho and signed into law today will allow qualifying New Jersey businesses to reduce the money they send to Washington. (Pixabay)
The new law (S-4068) amends the way business alternative income tax can be calculated in a manner that would reduce federal taxes for employers.
“This will help New Jersey corporations cut their tax bill to the feds without impacting state revenue,” said Oroho (R-24). “This is good news for employers in a state infamous for its inhospitable business environment. Money that would otherwise go to Washington will remain here in New Jersey.”
Oroho Bill that Would Require Important Health Screening for Infants Signed by Governor
Bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senator Steven Oroho that would require newborn infants to be screened for congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection was signed into law today by Governor Murphy.
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Steve Oroho that would require newborn infants to be screened for congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection was signed into law. (Pixabay)
“This is an extremely important bill and I am proud that the Governor signed it into law. Congenital cytomegalovirus infection can be a potentiality life threatening illness for infants. And, as is the case with most illnesses, early testing and treatment are critical to a positive outcome,” said Oroho (R-24). “This legislation will provide a vital benefit to mothers, fathers, and newborn infants in New Jersey by implementing early testing for congenital CMV throughout the state. Every parent deserves to know if their child has this illness and what steps to take next if they do.”
