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13 Dec: Karcher Measure To Reform Election Ethics Receives Final Legislative Approval

TRENTON – A bill sponsored by Senator Ellen Karcher that would regulate campaign contributions made to state committees, political action committees, and state and county political organizations received final legislative approval today in the Assembly.

“These guidelines will help ensure ethical elections in New Jersey politics,” said Senator Karcher, D-Mercer and Monmouth. “The State’s elected officials have an obligation to maintain integrity when representing the citizens of New Jersey, and this measure will help them do just that.”

06 Dec: Karcher Measure To Ban Pay To Play Approved In Assembly Committee

TRENTON – A measure sponsored by Senator Ellen Karcher that would regulate campaign contributions made to state committees, political action committees, and state and county political organizations was approved today by the Assembly State Government Committee.

“Establishing a set of guidelines to regulate campaign and political contributions will help to maintain honesty and integrity within the state’s political system,” said Senator Karcher, D-Mercer and Monmouth. “As elected officials, we represent the interests of the citizens in New Jersey, and they should feel confident that we are working to progress measures that represent their needs and interests.”