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By DMUAdmin News & Releases Richard J. Codey

21 May: Codey Applauds Assembly Committee For Passage Of Bills Cracking Down On Internet Predators

TRENTON – Senate President Richard J. Codey (D-Essex) applauded the Assembly Judiciary Committee for approving bills S1979/A3905 and S1978/A4096, paving the way for final passage of legislation that will give New Jersey some of the toughest tools in the nation to crack down on the growing threat of Internet predators.

“I applaud the Assembly for going at this threat with the same tenacity that the Senate has employed,” said Sen. Codey. “Every day we see reports on television of sick people taking advantage of the Internet to prey on our children. The time has come to pull the plug on these criminals.

By DMUAdmin Loretta Weinberg News & Releases

21 May: Weinberg-Coniglio Autism Bill Package Advances In Senate

TRENTON – A bill package sponsored by Senators Loretta Weinberg and Joseph Coniglio which would improve New Jersey’s support infrastructure for families and individuals coping with autism was approved by the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Services Committee today.

“As of February, 2007, the federal Centers for Disease Control identified New Jersey as having the highest rate of autism incidence in the nation,” said Senator Weinberg, D-Bergen. “With our increased understanding of the spectrum of autism disorders comes the increased responsibility of providing a support system for families and individuals living with autism in the Garden State.”

By DMUAdmin News & Releases Shirley K. Turner

21 May: Education Committee Approves Turner Measure To Create School Crisis Response Action Plans

TRENTON – The Senate Education Committee today approved legislation sponsored by Senator Shirley K. Turner which would instruct local school districts and municipalities to work together to develop action plans in case of a school crisis.

“The tragedy at Virginia Tech serves as a somber reminder that we must be ever-vigilant in keeping our schools safe so that our children may learn in a secure environment,” said Senator Turner, D-Mercer and Chair of the Committee. “Preparation is the key to safety, and it is critical that we have a clear, well-developed crisis plan for every school in New Jersey.”

By DMUAdmin Fred H. Madden Jr News & Releases

21 May: Madden Legislation Provides Tax Breaks For Security Enhancements

TURNERSVILLE, NJ – The Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee today passed S-324 – legislation sponsored by Senator Fred Madden which would allow the owner of a commercial, industrial or apartment property to apply for an exemption from taxation on the value added from any new security enhancements made to the property.

“This legislation provides incentives for property owners to make necessary security enhancements,” Madden (D-Gloucester, Camden). “The changes will help prevent criminal activities from occurring on the property grounds.”

By DMUAdmin News & Releases Steve Sweeney

21 May: Sweeney-Doria Bill Banning School Districts From Hiring Lobbyists

TRENTON – A bill sponsored by Senators Stephen M. Sweeney and Joseph V. Doria which would prohibit school districts from hiring registered lobbyists was approved by the Senate Education Committee today by a vote of 3-0.

“With New Jersey’s soaring property taxes, parents want to know their tax dollars are being spent on educating their children, not greasing the wheels of government,” said Senator Sweeney, D-Gloucester, Cumberland and Salem. “For one level of government to hire a private firm to influence another level of government seems ridiculous, particularly when funds are tight, and schools have built-in advocates in their legislative representatives. Education funding should be going to the classroom, and not into the pockets of a well-connected lobbyist.”

By DMUAdmin News & Releases Richard J. Codey

21 May: Codey/Girgenti Bill Banning Sale Of Creatine To Minors Passes Committee

TRENTON – Legislation sponsored by Senate President Richard J. Codey and Senator John A. Girgenti banning the sale or distribution of creatine and other similar performance enhancing substances to minors was approved today by the Senate Law, Public Safety and Veterans Affairs Committee.

“Right now, a teenager can buy these supplements at a store, believing they are safe,” said Sen. Codey (D-Essex). “In reality they could actually be using a de facto steroid substance, which could lead to a number of irrevocable side effects. At the very least, their misuse of these products could lead to permanent organ damage.”

By DMUAdmin Joseph Vitale News & Releases

21 May: Vitale Bill To Give Families Authority To Consent To Medical Research Considered In Committee

TRENTON – A bill sponsored by Senators Barbara Buono and Joseph Vitale which would authorize certain persons to give surrogate informed consent for a family member who is not able to give that consent was approved by the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee today by a vote of 8-0, with 2 abstentions.

“Often times, a patient’s medical condition may make them unable to provide informed consent for experimental treatments which may be the key to their recovery,” said Senator Vitale, D-Middlesex, Chair of the Senate Health Committee. “Drug trials and medical research have an important impact on our collective medical understanding, but they can also be a patient’s last hope for a cure. When a patient cannot give informed consent, family members or authorized representatives who know the wishes of the patient should be empowered to make that decision for their loved one.”

By DMUAdmin News & Releases Shirley K. Turner

21 May: Turner-Girgenti Measure To Combat Gangs By Expanding Youth Employment Opportunities Through Committee

TRENTON – The Senate Law & Public Affairs and Veterans’ Affairs Committee approved legislation today sponsored by Senators Shirley K. Turner and John A. Girgenti aimed at combating gang violence by working to find more employment opportunities for disadvantaged youth.

“Jobs for young people tend to be scarce, especially in our urban communities,” said Senator Turner, D-Mercer and a leading Senate voice for combating street gangs. “Many young recruits turn to gangs as a means of making ‘easy’ money. We need to do more to expand opportunities for young people to earn money, so they don’t turn to a life of crime.”

By DMUAdmin Fred H. Madden Jr News & Releases

21 May: Madden Bill Would Require All Motorists To Make A Complete Stop At Stop Sign

TURNERSVILLE, NJ – Legislation sponsored by Senator Fred Madden which would repeal the provision under current law which allows vehicles, under certain conditions, to proceed through a stop intersection without stopping passed the Assembly Transportation and Public Works Committee today.

“This legislation will add to the safety of the State’s roads by providing a driver with more time to see oncoming traffic and pedestrians,” said Senator Madden (D-Gloucester, Camden). “While no one piece of legislation will dramatically reverse the trend of rising traffic and pedestrian fatalities, this legislation adds another level of safety by requiring that all motorist make a complete stop regardless of the circumstances.”

By DMUAdmin Joseph Vitale Loretta Weinberg News & Releases

21 May: Vitale-Weinberg Bill To Reorganize And Ensure Funding For Center For Nursing Advances In Committee

TRENTON – A bill sponsored by Senators Joseph F. Vitale and Loretta Weinberg which would reorganize the New Jersey Collaborating Center for Nursing and provide a permanent funding source was unanimously approved by the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee today.

“In order to provide high-quality health care in the Garden State, we need to have a well-trained, adaptable nursing workforce,” said Senator Vitale, D-Middlesex, the Chair of the Health panel. “To that end, the Collaborating Center for Nursing has been an invaluable partner in keeping the nursing industry in New Jersey on top of the latest medical advances and treatment options available. We want to ensure that they will be able to continue their mission well into the future.”

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