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Senate Republicans to Hold Independent Hearing on Sex Education, State Curriculum Mandates & Parental Rights
New Jersey Senate Republicans will host an independent hearing on Tuesday, August 23 to discuss sex education, state curriculum mandates, and improving parental rights in education. The virtual hearing will be livestreamed on Facebook Live.
WHO: Senator Joe Pennacchio (Chair), Senator Kristin Corrado, Senator Holly Schepisi, Senator Michael Testa, and invited guests, including school board members, administrators, and concerned parents.
WHAT: Virtual hearing to discuss sex education, state curriculum mandates, and improving parental rights in education.
WHEN: Tuesday, August 23 at 10 a.m.
WHERE: A video livestream of the hearing will be accessible to the public and press via Facebook Live from the Facebook page of the New Jersey Senate Republicans. You do not need a Facebook account to watch.
STREAMING LINK: https://www.facebook.com/senatenj/live_videos/
Bramnick Statement on the Passing of Former Assemblywoman Maureen Ogden
Senator Jon Bramnick (R-21) issued the following statement on the passing of Maureen Ogden, a former seven-term assemblywoman and mayor of Millburn:
Statement from Sen. Jon Bramnick on the passing of Maureen Ogden, a former seven-term assemblywoman and mayor of Millburn. (CC0 Public Domain)
“The passing of Maureen Ogden is a loss for the Ogden family and our entire state. She represented the best of the best. She was a fighter for the environment, but always with class and dignity. I hope she will be a model for elected officials everywhere.”
Bucco Blasts False Assumptions & Huge Expenses Ignored in BPU Cost Study of Murphy’s Energy Plan
Senator Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) said a new study commissioned by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to show the cost to ratepayers of implementing Governor Murphy’s new Energy Master Plan is based on false assumptions and ignores huge costs associated with the electrification of homes, businesses, and transportation in New Jersey:
Sen. Anthony M. Bucco said a new BPU study showing the cost to ratepayers of implementing Gov. Murphy’s new Energy Master Plan is based on false assumptions and ignores huge costs associated with the electrification of homes, businesses, and transportation in New Jersey. (SenateNJ.com)
“The BPU’s new study completely ignores the huge cost of replacing efficient gas furnaces and water heaters with electric appliances both residentially and commercially and the massive premiums customers pay to buy electric vehicles, which can be double the cost of similar models powered by gas and diesel.
“It’s disingenuous to highlight projected energy savings of a few hundred dollars annually for some customers as a result of electrification without accounting for the extra $40,000 or more a typical family might have to spend for a new electric furnace, hot water heater, vehicle, and home charging station.
Durr Calls on Murphy to Lift all COVID Vaccine Mandates
Following updated guidance from the CDC, Senator Edward Durr called on Governor Murphy to immediately lift all COVID-19 vaccine mandates, including mandates for health care workers and those who are employed in nursing homes and correctional facilities.
Following updated guidance from the CDC, Sen. Ed Durr called on Gov. Murphy to lift all COVID vaccine mandates, including mandates for health care workers and those who are employed in nursing homes and correctional facilities. (Pixabay)
“Although I am pleased that Governor Murphy finally lifted the unnecessary COVID testing rules for teachers and state workers, more needs to be done,” said Durr (R-3). “To this day, health care workers, corrections officers, and those who work in nursing homes are still required to be vaccinated and boosted. These types of mandates do not provide any measurable benefit and are not even supported by the latest data. There is simply no reason for COVID vaccine mandates to still exist—they should all be abolished immediately.”
Testa: Murphy Should Now Abolish all Remaining COVID Mandates
Says Science and CDC Agree the Governor’s Restrictions are Unnecessary
A day after some unwarranted COVID testing rules for teachers and school workers were rescinded, and following a CDC report relaxing virus recommendations, Senator Michael Testa is calling on Governor Murphy to do more.
A day after some unwarranted COVID testing rules for teachers and school workers were rescinded, and following a CDC report relaxing virus recommendations, Sen. Michael Testa is calling on Governor Murphy to do more. (SenateNJ.com)
“Monday’s announcement was a start. Now it is time to lift outdated restrictions that could have been eliminated months ago,” said Testa (R-1). “The CDC and the science support easing these directives that provide little to no benefit, and residents are frustrated by confusing, inconsistent guidelines.”
Stanfield Bill that Would Provide Funding for Environmental Infrastructure Projects Signed into Law
Bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senators Jean Stanfield and Richard Codey that would allocate funds to the Department of Environmental Protection to support water infrastructure projects was signed into law by Governor Murphy on Friday, August 12.
Bipartisan legislation sponsored by Sens. Jean Stanfield and Richard Codey that would allocate funds to the Department of Environmental Protection to support water infrastructure projects was signed into law by Gov. Murphy on Friday, August 12. (Pixabay)
“I am pleased the Governor signed this legislation into law. Environmental infrastructure project loans include millions in funding for clean water projects for the Evesham MUA, Medford Lakes, and Pemberton Township in the 8th District,” said Stanfield (R-8). “The funds authorized by this bill, now law, will not only create jobs in New Jersey, but will preserve and protect the environment—which is so critical to our quality of life.”
Durr: Despite What NJEA Says, Parents Not “Extremists” for Expressing Concerns About Sex Education Mandates
Senator Ed Durr responded to an advertisement from the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA) that labels parents extremists for expressing concerns about new curriculum and sex education mandates from Trenton.
Sen. Ed Durr responded to an advertisement from the NJEA that labels parents extremists for expressing concerns about new curriculum and sex education mandates from Trenton. (Screen capture from NJEA ad on YouTube)
“Despite what the NJEA says, parents are not extremists for expressing concerns about curriculum mandates or wanting to have a voice in their children’s education,” said Durr (R-3). “It’s another example of the NJEA being out of touch with parents and totally tone deaf to their concerns that sensitive topics such as sex education and gender identity are not appropriate for young kids. Frankly, the NJEA is taking an extreme position by attacking parents instead of listening to them.”
Testa Celebrates Murphy Retreat on Schools’ Covid Test Mandate as Win for Science & Freedom
Senator Michael Testa today welcomed an executive order signed by the Governor that closes the book on heavy-handed COVID mandates for teachers.
Sen. Michael Testa welcomed an executive order that closes the book on heavy-handed COVID mandates for teachers before schools resume in September. (Pixabay)
“It was never clear why it took so long, but educators no longer have to worry about unnecessary vaccination requirements and repetitive testing,” said Testa (R-1). “This is a victory for science and personal freedoms, and welcome news for teachers who have one less worry as they prepare to go back to school in the coming weeks.”
Legislative Leaders Announce Appointment of New OLS Executive Director & Legislative Counsel
The four leaders of the New Jersey Legislature announced the appointment of Maureen McMahon, Esq. as Executive Director and Gabriel R. Neville, Esq. as Legislative Counsel of the Office of Legislative Services (OLS).
The four leaders of the New Jersey Legislature announced the appointment of Maureen McMahon, Esq. as Executive Director and Gabriel R. Neville, Esq. as Legislative Counsel of the Office of Legislative Services. (SenateNJ.com)
“I am honored and humbled by the support of the Legislative Services Commission in my appointment as Executive Director of the Office of Legislative Services,” said McMahon. “I look forward to serving the Legislature in this capacity and continuing to work with the dedicated and talented staff at OLS.”
“I am fortunate to have spent many years working with the great people at OLS,” said Neville. “I thank the Legislative Services Commission for the opportunity to serve the Legislature in the role of Legislative Counsel.”
Pennacchio Recognizes the 75th Anniversary of Indian Independence
Calls for Passage of Legislative Resolution Urging U.N. to Give India Permanent Seat on Security Council
Senator Joe Pennacchio urged all New Jerseyans to join him in recognizing and celebrating the 75th anniversary of Indian independence on Monday, August 15.
Sen. Joe Pennacchio urged all New Jerseyans to join him in recognizing and celebrating the 75th anniversary of Indian independence on Monday, August 15. (Wikipedia)
“We would like to congratulate India as it celebrates 75 years of independence from colonial rule,” said Pennacchio (R-26). “We welcome our friendly relations with India, its support for democracy, and the role the nation has taken in urging peaceful solutions to conflict on the world stage.”
India became an independent nation on August 15, 1947 through the passage of the Indian Independence Act by the British Parliament.
