New Jersey Senate Republicans

02/20/2024

Senate Republicans are tired of Trenton Democrats raising taxes and making residents foot the bill for their reckless spending.

On NJ Spotlight News, Senate Republican Budget Officer Declan J. O'Scanlon Jr. (R-13) expressed the Senate GOP’s calls for Governor Murphy to embrace our long-ignored ideas to improve affordability in New Jersey.

➡️Watch the full interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kURNjXKTM8I

02/20/2024

As residents struggle with the highest property taxes in the country, the Murphy Administration introduced NJ Transit fare hikes and turnpike toll increases, with the latter beginning next month.

The Senate Republicans have been sounding the alarm on the affordability crisis and continued budget mismanagement by the Trenton Democrats. Unfortunately, residents are seeing the result of the State's one-party rule, as the GOP is fighting for taxpayers and for a seat at the table.

Another year of sky high property taxes for homeowners.

02/19/2024

The Senate Republicans celebrate the many leaders who have shaped our history and guided our great nation. Happy !

02/17/2024

: The Senate Republicans unveiled their new website for the 2024-2025 legislative session. Visit senatenj.com. 💻

“Our new website and logo represent our outlook on governance and our focus on our constituents by providing them with all the information they need to be an active participant in our State Legislature,” said Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25).

02/17/2024

Rather than reduce taxes, control government spending, or commit to economic growth policies, Trenton has turned to subsidized government housing and imposing even more senseless state mandates on municipalities.

Over the years, Trenton has relentlessly undermined the ability of local governments to operate effectively and independently. Weakening residents’ ability to make community-driven decisions through their local officials is not how the system is supposed to work.

02/16/2024

"The [NJ Transit] fare increase proposal — which would raise fares 15% in July and 3% annually for an indefinite amount of time after that — comes as the agency faces a $120 million fiscal cliff in the coming budget cycle and a $917 million gap a year later."

Taxpayers and commuters deserve better. NJ Transit has scheduled 10 in-person hearings for this fare hike, but are not offering virtual attendance options for commuters to participate ‼️

📋 Make your voice heard by signing this petition to encourage NJ Transit officials to host virtual hearings: https://www.senatenj.com/210/Encourage-Virtual-Hearings-For-New-Jerse?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=fare_hike_petition

The agency faces a $120 million fiscal cliff in the coming budget cycle and a $917 million gap a year later.

02/16/2024

Governor Murphy and Trenton Democrats treat hard-working New Jerseyans like a bottomless bank account, passing bills with enormous financial costs that end up being the taxpayers' burden. Enough is enough.

Senate Republican Budget Officer Declan J. O'Scanlon Jr. (R-13) and Senate Republicans won’t stop fighting for better stewardship of taxpayer dollars to improve affordability in the Garden State.

02/16/2024

The Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee cleared legislation sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado that would provide additional funding for qualified Code Blue Shelters.

The Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee cleared legislation sponsored by Sen. Corrado that would provide additional funding for qualified Code Blue Shelters.

02/16/2024

Senator Vince Polistina (R-2) was featured on NJ Spotlight News to discuss his newly introduced legislation that would suspend tolls for motorists diverted to the Atlantic City Expressway when Route 40 is closed due to flooding.

This legislation is important for those impacted by the frequent flooding, including travelers to and from , as well as the residents of West Atlantic City.

“They should not have to pay additional money because a State road is flooded,” said Polistina.

02/16/2024

LISTEN: Legislative District 12’s newest Senator, Owen Henry, is fighting for our students to receive the education they deserve and for our schools to receive the State funding they need.

The Senate Education Committee heard testimony from schools and parents today regarding the unfairness of the State’s school funding formula and the need for it to be fixed. Taxpayers and municipalities should not be footing the bill for what Trenton has broken.

02/15/2024

To show our love for the community, our staff spent Valentine's Day making Hearts For Hospice to donate to Samaritan. These hearts are presented to family members after the death of a loved one and provide a cherished keepsake.

Does your organization need a helping hand? Reach out to us and let us know. We are always looking for ways to help out our community.

02/15/2024

Senator Vince Polistina (R-2) has introduced legislation to suspend tolls for motorists diverted to the Atlantic City Expressway when Route 40 is closed due to flooding.

“By suspending toll collections east of the Garden State Parkway, motorists diverted by floods or closures can efficiently travel from Atlantic City to Pleasantville with ease and financial peace of mind," said Senator Polistina.

State Sen. Vince Polistina, R-Atlantic, has introduced legislation to suspend tolls for motorists diverted to the Atlantic City Expressway when Route 40 is closed.

02/15/2024

As student mental health cases continue to surge, Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) has introduced bipartisan legislation that would establish a pilot program for therapy dogs to be used in public elementary schools.

"This is not a Democrat or Republican issue, this is a wellness issue," Leader Bucco told PIX11 NY.

02/14/2024

Be sure to sign the petition to encourage to hold virtual hearings for their outrageous 15% fare hike proposal, after announcing that they will only host in person hearings for public input!

Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) is reminding all to make their voices heard by signing and sharing our petition: https://www.senatenj.com/210/Demand-Virtual-Hearings-For-New-Jersey-T?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=fare_hike_petition

02/14/2024

Senator Carmen Amato and Assemblymen Brian Rumpf and Greg Myhre of the 9th Legislative District are calling on the State Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to reject a recent petition filed by New Jersey Natural Gas that would increase heating bills by 24% for utility customers.

"Approving the rate increase would blatantly deviate from the Board's Mission Statement to ensure affordable rates to all members of the public who seek such services," said the Delegation in a letter sent to BPU President Christine Guhl-Sadovy.

02/14/2024

Bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senator Kristin M. Corrado (R-40) was approved by the Senate and would empower mothers to prioritize their health and well-being during and after pregnancy.

"Women face unique challenges during pregnancy and postpartum that can significantly impact their body and overall health," said Senator Corrado. "This legislation could help reduce preventable pregnancy-related mortality and enhance women's healthcare overall."

➡️Learn more: https://www.senatenj.com/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=223

02/14/2024

Senate Bill S-165, sponsored by Senator Vince Polistina (R-2), unanimously passed committee this week and would expand pension benefits to any child of an active Public Employees/State Police Retirement System (PFRS/SPRS) member who has died.

Thank you to Peggy Mallen-Walczak for her powerful testimony of how this legislation would impact her two grandsons after the loss of her son, Atlantic City Firefighter Albert Mallen, Jr.

➡️Watch her full testimony: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UmXvlhNVhG0

02/14/2024

Happy !❤️ The Senate Republicans love serving the residents of this great State and wish everyone a wonderful day.

02/13/2024

The Senate Republicans are informing residents that the Division of Taxation is mailing applications for the 2023 Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement) this week to senior citizens and disabled residents who may be eligible for the program.

The deadline to file 2023 applications is October 31, 2024. For more information, visit https://www.njportal.com/taxation/ptr.

02/13/2024

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02/13/2024

Scenes from the first Senate voting session of the 221st Legislature

02/13/2024

Thank you to the Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey for always looking out for the business owners of South Jersey. I was honored to address the great room of men and women who provide good-paying jobs for the region.

02/12/2024

The New Jersey Senate recognized today during its voting session. Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) and the Senate Republicans celebrate the culture and contributions of the Legislative Black Caucus, and honor their contributions to our communities.

02/12/2024

Students from Robbinsville High School testified at the Senate Law and Public Safety Committee meeting last week in support of Resolution 39, which encourages restaurants offering mobile ordering to warn customers not to order while driving.

Senator Owen Henry (R-12) commends these students for advocating for public safety and their efforts to discourage distracted driving.

02/12/2024

Senator Kristin M. Corrado's (R-40) bill that would establish the "New Jersey Veteran Gravesite Maintenance Grant Program" in the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs has passed committee.

This legislation would allow nonprofit veterans’ organizations to help maintain the gravesites of our nation’s heroes so that their final resting place is a place of respect and dignity.

NEW JERSEY – Legislation sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado that would establish the New Jersey Veteran Gravesite Maintenance Grant Program in the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) was …

02/12/2024

At their first Senate Military & Veterans Affairs committee meeting, Senators Latham Tiver (R-8) and Parker Space (R-24) were honored to hear testimony from South Korean veterans who served in Vietnam and fought side-by-side with American heroes.

Senators Tiver and Space were proud to support this unanimous bill that would extend housing benefits to these great veterans.

02/10/2024

Happy from the Senate Republicans! May the new year bring you an abundance of happiness and good fortune. 🐉

02/09/2024

The public has a right to express their concerns about the Murphy Administration's proposed 15% fare hikes on public transit riders!

The Senate Republicans are leading the way by encouraging all to sign our petition that calls on to include virtual options for residents to participate in their upcoming in-person hearings.

Make your voice heard by signing our petition: https://www.senatenj.com/210/Demand-Virtual-Hearings-For-New-Jersey-T?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=fare_hike_petition

Commuters are petitioning NJ Transit to hold a virtual public hearing on its proposal to raise fares 15%.

02/09/2024

Senate Republicans are working hard every day to improve the lives of all New Jerseyans. A bill sponsored by Senator Robert Singer (R-30) passed the Senate Commerce Committee this week that would help individuals entering long-term care facilities cancel their cable, phone, and internet services without incurring early termination fees.

Early termination fees are built into many contracts for cable, phone and internet service. A new bill advancing in the New Jersey Senate would prohibit service providers from imposing those fees on certain people suffering hardships.