S2625

14 Mar: Weinberg Bill To Clarify Exemptions From Immunization Approved

TRENTON – A bill sponsored by Senator Loretta Weinberg which would clarify the State’s policy regarding exemptions from mandatory immunizations for students based on legitimate medical reasons or genuine religious beliefs was approved by the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee today by a vote of 6-1, with one abstention.

“Right now, there’s a lot of misinformation and misunderstood information about vaccination, and as a result many parents are afraid to get their kids vaccinated,” said Senator Weinberg, D-Bergen and Chairwoman of the Senate Health Committee. “If vaccines are ever proven to be detrimental to the health and well-being of children, I’ll be among the first sponsors to repeal their mandatory administration. But until such time as the medical community determines vaccines to be dangerous, immunization is and should be the law of the land, and exemptions should be limited to medical or religious reasons.”

17 Dec: Sacco/ Girgenti Bill To Honor Transportation Expert Receives Final Legislative Approval

TRENTON – Legislation sponsored by Senators John A. Girgenti and Nicholas J. Sacco to honor prominent transportation expert, former Congressman Robert A. Roe, by designating Route No. 23 in his name, was approved by the full Senate today.

“Congressman Roe played a leading role in promoting the growth and development of New Jersey’s transportation infrastructure system,” said Senator Girgenti, D-Bergen and Passaic. “As the Chairman of the House Public Works and Transportation Committee and primary author of the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA) of 1991, Congressman Roe’s crowning achievement was delivering billions of transportation dollars to New Jersey. Congressman Roe had a long and distinguished career in public service and for his many contributions to the State it’s absolutely appropriate to designate Route 23 in his name.”

24 May: Sacco And Girgenti Honor Transportation Expert

TRENTON – Legislation sponsored by Senators John A. Girgenti and Nicholas J. Sacco to honor a prominent transportation expert, former Congressman Robert A. Roe, by designating Route No. 23 in his name, was approved by the Senate Transportation Committee.

“Congressman Robert A. Roe played a leading role in promoting the growth and development of New Jersey’s bridges and infrastructure,” said Senator Girgenti, D-Bergen and Passaic. “As the Chairman of the House Public Works and Transportation Committee and primary author of the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA) of 1991, Congressman Roe’s crowning achievement was delivering billions of transportation dollars to New Jersey. Congressman Roe had a long and distinguished career in public service and for his many contributions to the State it’s appropriate to designate Route 23 for him.”