NJ Public Health Credits Law Signed, Setting National Standard for COVID-19 in Prisons
Gov. Murphy signed nationally historic legislation to expedite the release of incarcerated people nearing the end of their sentences to prevent the spread of COVID-19. More »
Court Affirms Authority to Require Police Transparency
The Appellate Division of New Jersey Superior Court issued a decision upholding two directives requiring the public disclosure of the identities of police officers who have been subjected to major discipline. More »
Displaced Voters Who Didn’t Receive Ballots in Mail Ask Court for Failsafe Alternative
Advocates filed suit so that voters displaced by the COVID-19 pandemic who do not receive a mail-in ballots, despite requesting them, have a failsafe alternative. More »
Bill Expanding Occupational Licenses Regardless of Immigration Status Passes Legislature, Goes to Governor
The New Jersey Assembly passed A4225, which would expand access to professional or occupational licenses for all New Jerseyans, regardless of immigration status. The Senate version of the bill, S2455, passed earlier, sending the legislation to Gov. Murphy’s desk for his signature. More »
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- Funding Increase for Immigrants’ Representation Means Keeping More Families Together
