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17 Feb: Van Drew/Whelan Bill To Exempt Out-Of-State Tour Bus Operators From Business Tax Approved By Senate

TRENTON – Legislation sponsored by Senators Jeff Van Drew and Jim Whelan to exempt from corporate business taxes out-of-state bus companies that bring tourists to destinations within New Jersey – such as Atlantic City casinos – was approved unanimously today by the full Senate.

The idea behind the bill (S-1124) is to exempt bus companies that carry passengers, such as senior citizens, from Philadelphia, New York City and Virginia to Atlantic City for a day trip. The legislation is intended to encourage more business, travel and tourism to Atlantic City.

“The out-of-state buses which carry casino patrons to Atlantic City represent a vital part of our local economy, bringing thousands of tourists to the resort each year,” said Senator Van Drew (D-Cape May/Atlantic/Cumberland). “We need to do our part to make sure the buses continue to run, and that bus companies aren’t hampered by New Jersey’s tax structure when they’re delivering much-needed patronage to our casinos.”

“Out-of-state bus companies bring tourists into our city, where they spend money at our shops, our restaurants and casinos,” said Senator Whelan (D-Atlantic). “Especially given the competition we are experiencing from neighboring states, we should be incentivizing these kinds of businesses, not making it more costly for them to operate here.”

21 Jan: Van Drew/Whelan Bill To Exempt Out-Of-State Tour Bus Operators From Business Tax Advances

TRENTON – Legislation sponsored by Senators Jeff Van Drew and Jim Whelan to exempt from corporate business taxes out-of-state bus companies that bring tourists to destinations within New Jersey – such as Atlantic City casinos – was unanimously approved yesterday by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.

The idea behind the bill (S-1124) is to exempt bus companies that carry passengers, such as senior citizens, from Philadelphia, New York City or Virginia to Atlantic City. The legislation is intended to encourage more business, travel and tourism to Atlantic City.

27 Feb: Doria Bill To Require Child Labor Law To Be Posted In English And Spanish Approved By Senate

TRENTON – A bill sponsored by Senator Joseph V. Doria which would require any work notices concerning employees under the age of 18 to be posted in both English and Spanish was approved today by the Senate by a vote of 34-0.

“Child labor laws in this country are in place not just to protect those who speak fluent English, but to protect everyone,” said Senator Doria, D-Hudson. “But, those laws only remain effective if workers know their rights. We have sizable Spanish-speaking population in New Jersey, and as they enter the workforce, they need to know that they are protected by the same rights and regulations as everyone else.”