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By DMUAdmin News & Releases Steve Sweeney

24 Jan: Sweeney Bill To Expand ‘Safe Haven’ Program Clears Senate Health, Human Services And Senior Citizens Committee

TRENTON – A measure sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Steve Sweeney which would expand the number of Safe Haven centers, and make Safe Haven program information available by dialing 2-1-1, a national exchange for human services information, was approved today by the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee.

“According to statistics from the Department of Children and Families, since 2000 the lives of 33 babies have been saved with the help of the Safe Haven program,” said Senator Sweeney, D-Gloucester, Cumberland and Salem. “When a parent is unable or unwilling to care for a child, the chances that the child will be abused or neglected can only increase. This legislation is about saving our children from abandonment, abuse and neglect, and all of the physical and emotional damage that come along with those actions. By making the Safe Haven centers more accessible, we would be working to save lives.”

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By DMUAdmin Fred H. Madden Jr News & Releases Steve Sweeney

24 Jan: Madden/Sweeney Bill Would Provide Permanent Workers’ Compensation Benefits For Spouses Of Police And Firefighters Lost In The Line Of Duty

TRENTON – A measure sponsored by Senators Fred H. Madden and Steve Sweeney, which would provide workers’ compensation benefits to surviving spouses of police officers or firefighters who die in the line of duty was approved today by the Senate Labor Committee.

“When a person dies in the line of duty, he or she pays the ultimate price in an effort to protect the health and well-being of members of the public,” said Senator Madden, D-Camden and Gloucester. “This legislation is about helping to provide benefits for the other victims of these tragic events – the families who lose a loved one. These benefits allow spouses to move on financially – we owe this to them.”

“This bill is about helping to protect the people who are left behind after a police officer or firefighter is killed in the line of duty – the spouses,” said Senator Sweeney, D-Gloucester, Cumberland and Salem. “This legislation will allow the spouses of these slain police officers and firefighters the means to move on with their lives, all while receiving these benefits to which they are entitled.”

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By DMUAdmin News & Releases Steve Sweeney

23 Jan: Sweeney Says State Debt Crisis Needs Bipartisan Solution

TRENTON – Senate Majority Leader Stephen M. Sweeney today urged his legislative colleagues to study the Corzine Administration’s toll road-debt reduction plan , accept it as it is, offer changes or come forth with a workable alternative.

“It’s not acceptable to condemn the proposal and then just walk away from the problem” said Senator Sweeney. “Criticism’s easy, but finding a solution is the hard work that has to get done.”

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By DMUAdmin News & Releases Steve Sweeney

18 Jan: Sweeney Renews Efforts To Enact Paid Family Leave

TRENTON – Senate Majority Leader Stephen M. Sweeney today said he will press for enactment of a paid family leave proposal that reflects his efforts to satisfy concerns of the business community.

“I’m confident that this proposal will still give families of working New Jerseyans the comfort and time they need to deal with crises without disarming small businesses of the support they need to thrive,” said Senator Sweeney, D-Gloucester, Salem and Cumberland.

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Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Nicholas P. Scutari, D-Union, Middlesex and Somerset, addresses his colleagues on the floor of the State Senate.

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Nicholas P. Scutari, D-Union, Middlesex and Somerset, addresses his colleagues on the floor of the State Senate.

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Nicholas P. Scutari, D-Union, Middlesex and Somerset, addresses his colleagues on the floor of the State Senate.

By DMUAdmin Brian P. Stack Jeff Van Drew Jim Whelan M. Teresa Ruiz Richard J. Codey Shirley K. Turner Steve Sweeney

08 Jan: 213rd Senate Session Reorganization Meeting

213rd Senate Session Reorganization Meeting

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By DMUAdmin News & Releases Steve Sweeney

07 Jan: Sweeney Measure To Return Burden Of Proof To Schools In Special Education Cases Clears Senate

TRENTON – A measure sponsored by Senator Steve Sweeney which would return the burden of proof in special education cases to school districts was unanimously approved today by the full Senate.

“It only makes sense to require school districts to bear the burden of proof in these disputes because they have access to detailed educational records and resources that outline the needs for special education curricula, as well as knowledge of federal and state laws regarding special education,” said Senator Sweeney, D-Gloucester, Cumberland and Salem. “This is not a new issue here in New Jersey. Over the years, the Supreme Court has heard a number of similar cases and most recently, it has deemed that most parents have neither the financial means, nor the detailed knowledge of special education issues.”

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By DMUAdmin Bob Smith News & Releases Steve Sweeney

07 Jan: Sweeney/Smith Measure To Reduce Carbon Emissions Passes Both Houses

TRENTON – A bill sponsored by Senators Stephen M. Sweeney and Bob Smith that would allow New Jersey to participate in the carbon emissions cap-and-trade program of the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) was approved by the Senate Economic Growth Committee today.

“The Global Warming Response Act we passed last year gave us a goal and timeline by which New Jersey can act to do our part in reducing our greenhouse gas emissions and reversing global warming,” said Senator Sweeney, D-Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem. “Now we must take the actions necessary to reach those goals and participating in a cap-and-trade program under RGGI is a critical first step.”

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By DMUAdmin Joseph Vitale News & Releases Paul A. Sarlo Richard J. Codey Ronald L. Rice Sandra Cunningham Shirley K. Turner Steve Sweeney

02 Jan: Codey Announces New Dem Leadership Posts

TRENTON – Senate President Richard J. Codey (D-Essex) today announced the new leadership posts for the Senate Democratic Majority Caucus that will take effect when the 213th Legislature is sworn in on January 8. Senator Stephen M. Sweeney will serve as both Democratic Majority Leader and Conference Chair, while Senator Shirley K. Turner will continue to lead as Senate President Pro-Tempore.

“We’ve put together a great team to lead our caucus in the new legislative session,” said the Senate President. “These members, both veterans and new go-getters, wield a great combination of experience, energy and passion. Together they bring more than 90 years of legislative experience to the table and a deep commitment to improving the lives of the residents of New Jersey.”

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By DMUAdmin Fred H. Madden Jr News & Releases Steve Sweeney

17 Dec: Sweeney/Madden Bill Would Allow Taxpayers To Contribute To New Jersey Veterans Haven Fund

TRENTON – A measure sponsored by Senators Steve Sweeney and Fred H. Madden which would allow taxpayers to use their gross income tax return to help fund the cost of housing and vocational training for displaced veterans at the New Jersey Veterans Haven received unanimous final legislative approval today from the full Senate.

Veterans Haven is a State operated transitional housing facility designed to provide psychological, social and vocational rehabilitation to displaced veterans. Located in Winslow, the 54- bed facility has helped over 625 homeless veterans since its inception in 1996. The program is divided into three phases: treatment, self-reclamation and community reintegration. Each phase lasts from three to six months and is tailored to meet the individual needs of each patient, the Senators said.

“This legislation would help provide a way for residents to thank the men and women who risk their lives trying to protect us and others around the world,” said Senator Sweeney, D-Gloucester, Cumberland and Salem. “It’s sad when veterans return home, and because of injuries sustained in combat and other unfortunate circumstances, they have no where to live and are unable to find employment. The contributions to the Veterans Haven program help pay for training to help veterans become self-sufficient – we owe them that chance.”

“This bill is about helping to treat some of the illnesses and side effects of combat, that so often go unaddressed in our service men and women,” said Senator Madden, D-Camden and Gloucester. “It is about helping to provide a chance for these veterans to live self-sufficiently and to provide for their families. The Veterans Haven program helps these men and women to overcome some of the side effects brought about by the trauma of combat so that they can live and prosper here at home.”

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