Senator Declan J. O'Scanlon Jr. (R-13) calls on Governor Murphy to embrace Senate GOP Budget Ideas
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
Check out the new SRO Website!
#ICYMI: The #NewJersey 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).
Check out the new SRO Website!
#ICYMI: The #NewJersey 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).
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.
NJ Spotlight News: Senator Vince Polistina (R-2) introduces legislation suspending tolls during Route 40 flooding
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 #AtlanticCity, 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.
Senator Henry - "The school funding formula is broken."
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.
Bill S-1445, sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado (R-40), unanimously passed the Senate and would require public universities to readmit undergraduate students who left due to military service with no changes to their academic standing. This legislation will help our brave men and women in uniform transition back into civilian life more easily than ever before.
PIX11 NY: Leader Bucco introduces bipartisan legislation for use of therapy dogs in elementary schools
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.
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
With Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in his legislative district, Senator Latham Tiver (R-8) is especially passionate about supporting our veterans and their families.
The Senator attended first Military & Veterans Affairs committee meeting today and looks forward to representing his constituents and the residents of our great State.
Senator Space's First Week in the Senate
Senator Parker Space (R-24) has hit the ground running during his first week in the Senate. He is proud to serve on the Environment & Energy and Military & Veteran Affairs Committees, and looks forward to advocating for our veterans across the State.
ABC7NY: Senator Schepisi speaks of Woodcliff Lake Hilton closing
Senator Holly Schepisi (R-39) was featured on ABC7NY and spoke about the iconic Woodcliff Lake Hilton hotel in her district that is closing its doors after nearly 40 years in business.
The hotel had been struggling following the pandemic and shutdowns, as well as from losing corporate customers when companies relocated out of state.
New Jersey continues to have the highest outward migration in the country, and Senate Republicans are working to improve affordability for everyone.
PIX11 News: Senator Corrado speaks on new plan to mitigate Route 23 flooding
Senator Kristin M. Corrado (R-40) spoke to PIX11 News about a new plan proposed to mitigate the recurring flooding on Route 23, which continually affects residents living near the Pequannock River.
NJ Spotlight News: Leader Bucco reacts to NJ Transit Fare Hikes
There is bipartisan backlash growing against the Murphy Administration's proposed NJ Transit fare hikes and NJ Turnpike Authority toll increases.
Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) told NJ Spotlight News that Senate Republicans want to see justification for these fare hikes and also pointed out how both increases are conveniently announced after the election is over.
Senator Testa opens the Legislative Manufacturing Caucus Meeting
The Legislative Manufacturing Caucus convened this week and heard from business leaders to continue their partnership in expanding New Jersey’s manufacturing industry.
Senator Michael Testa (R-1) is proud to serve as Co-Chair of the bipartisan and bicameral caucus, and opened the meeting by conveying the importance for state policymakers to support local manufacturers.
On his first day in Trenton, Senator Owen Henry (R-12) is excited to get to work and to make a difference in New Jersey. Senator Henry is proud to serve on the Senate Education Committee and looks forward to prioritizing legislation that will ensure that our students receive the education they deserve.
Leader Bucco: Reorganization Remarks Clip
As a new session of the New Jersey Legislature begins, Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) and the Senate Republicans are focused on working across the aisle to stop our State’s aggressive spending and to make New Jersey a more affordable place that we are proud to live, work, and raise a family in.
News 12 NJ "Power and Politics" with Senate Republican Leader Anthony Bucco
Watch: Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) was featured on News 12 NJ's "Power and Politics" Show earlier this week to discuss the caucus's legislative priorities for this year, including affordability, property tax relief, and public safety.
NJ Spotlight News: Leader Anthony Bucco reactions to the Governor's State of the State Address
Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) spoke to NJ Spotlight News Political Correspondent David Cruz following Governor Murphy’s State of the State Address.
“Your actions got to match your words,” said Leader Bucco of the Governor’s speech. “You can’t have a budget that spends $1 billion more and expect New Jersey to be affordable to our residents, and we see that in terms of outward migration.”