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Update: N.J. Attorney General's Office Releases Video Footage and Radio Communications From September 28, 2025 Fatal Crash in North Bergen, N.J.
TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 14 -- The New Jersey Attorney General Office of Public Integrity and Accountability issued the following news release:
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UPDATE: Attorney General's Office Releases Video Footage and Radio Communications from September 28, 2025 Fatal Crash in North Bergen, N.J.
The Attorney General's Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) today released video footage and radio recordings related to a fatal vehicle crash that occurred on September 28, 2025, in North Bergen, New Jersey. The civilian drivers who died during the incident were previously identified as Joseph
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TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 14 -- The New Jersey Attorney General Office of Public Integrity and Accountability issued the following news release:
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UPDATE: Attorney General's Office Releases Video Footage and Radio Communications from September 28, 2025 Fatal Crash in North Bergen, N.J.
The Attorney General's Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) today released video footage and radio recordings related to a fatal vehicle crash that occurred on September 28, 2025, in North Bergen, New Jersey. The civilian drivers who died during the incident were previously identified as JosephAziz, 20, of Jersey City, and Bryan Rivera, 24, of North Bergen.
The fatal collision is under investigation by OPIA. The recordings are being released pursuant to policies established by the Attorney General's Office in 2019 designed to promote the fair, impartial, and transparent investigation of fatal police encounters. Representatives of the families of Mr. Aziz and Mr. Rivera were given an opportunity to review the recordings prior to their public release.
According to the preliminary investigation, North Bergen Police Lieutenant Jason Appello was driving northbound on Tonnelle Avenue in a marked police vehicle and made a U-turn near 70th Street and Tonnelle Avenue and started to travel southbound on Tonnelle Avenue. He activated the vehicle's emergency lights and began following a Honda Accord driven by Mr. Aziz after the Accord was allegedly involved in a traffic violation at the intersection of 69th Street and Tonnelle Avenue. Mr. Aziz fled southbound on Tonnelle Avenue at a high speed. In two separate instances, Mr. Aziz passed several vehicles in the southbound lane and drove into the northbound lanes of oncoming traffic. In the last instance, in the area of 51st Street and Tonnelle Avenue, Mr. Aziz continued driving in the oncoming lane of traffic.
At the same time, an uninvolved Toyota Corolla driven by Mr. Rivera and occupied by three passengers was travelling in the northbound lane of Tonnelle Avenue. At approximately 11:18 p.m., the Accord collided with Mr. Rivera's Toyota Corolla on Tonnelle Avenue, between 50th and 51st streets. Mr. Aziz and Mr. Rivera were seriously injured in the collision and were later pronounced deceased. One passenger in the Accord and three passengers in the Corolla were all taken to a hospital for treatment. The investigation later determined that the Honda Accord driven by Mr. Aziz was a stolen vehicle.
The recordings are available here: https://njoag.box.com/s/8ebncmqexyrh4onesjof2knfcjzlgj53
An ongoing investigation is being conducted by OPIA into this incident, and no further information is available at this time.
A 2019 law, N.J.S.A. 52:17B-107(a)(2), requires the Attorney General's Office to conduct investigations of a person's death that occurs during an encounter with a law enforcement officer acting in the officer's official capacity or while the decedent is in custody. It requires that all such investigations be presented to a grand jury to determine if the evidence supports the return of an indictment against the officer or officers involved.
The investigation is ongoing and no further information is being released at this time.
Further information about how fatal police encounters are investigated in New Jersey under the Independent Prosecutor Directive can be found here: https://www.nj.gov/oag/dcj/agguide/directives/ag-Directive-2019-4.pdf
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Original text here: https://www.njoag.gov/update-attorney-generals-office-releases-video-and-radio-communications-from-september-28-2025-fatal-crash-in-north-bergen-n-j/
S.C. Commerce Dept.: SC NEXUS Receives Federal Approval to Expand Across South Carolina
COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Jan. 14 -- The South Carolina Department of Commerce issued the following news on Jan. 13, 2026:
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SC NEXUS receives federal approval to expand across South Carolina
Becoming the only Tech Hub with a statewide footprint
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The U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) has approved a request to expand the geographic footprint of SC NEXUS for Advanced Resilient Energy (SC NEXUS) to include the entire state of South Carolina. This approval officially recognizes the initiative as a statewide Regional Technology and Innovation Hub (Tech
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COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Jan. 14 -- The South Carolina Department of Commerce issued the following news on Jan. 13, 2026:
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SC NEXUS receives federal approval to expand across South Carolina
Becoming the only Tech Hub with a statewide footprint
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The U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) has approved a request to expand the geographic footprint of SC NEXUS for Advanced Resilient Energy (SC NEXUS) to include the entire state of South Carolina. This approval officially recognizes the initiative as a statewide Regional Technology and Innovation Hub (TechHub), marking the first statewide designation for any U.S. Tech Hub.
SC NEXUS, a division of the South Carolina Department of Commerce, was originally designated under the federal Tech Hubs program with a focus on the Midlands, Upstate and the Augusta, Georgia regions. The approved expansion aligns the hub's official boundaries with its current operations, partnerships and impact, which now span from the Upstate to the Lowcountry.
"This approval proves that South Carolina's advanced energy strengths extend statewide," said Governor Henry McMaster. "From cutting-edge research and testing to manufacturing and workforce development, innovation is happening in every corner of the state. This expansion better connects these assets, strengthening competitiveness and positioning South Carolina to remain a national leader in energy innovation."
The statewide designation formally includes major federally supported assets such as Clemson University's Economic Development through Grid Emulation (EDGE) testbed in the Charleston region, alongside the Carolina Institute for Battery Innovation (CIBI) at the University of South Carolina and the Grid-Enabled Cyber Operations (GECO) Range led by Savannah River National Laboratory. Together, these testbeds anchor SC NEXUS' statewide network of universities, utilities, manufacturers and workforce partners, creating a platform that helps companies de-risk new technologies, accelerate commercialization, strengthen domestic supply chains critical to national and energy security, and support job creation and private investment across every region of South Carolina.
Why This Expansion Matters for South Carolina
* Boosts South Carolina's national competitiveness in advanced energy technologies
* Connects statewide assets across research, manufacturing, logistics and workforce training
* Supports economic growth in both urban and rural communities
* Strengthens energy and national security through grid resilience, cybersecurity and supply-chain innovation
* Creates pathways for high-quality jobs tied to emerging and energy-intensive industries
Since its designation, SC NEXUS has demonstrated strong momentum. For every $1 of federal funding invested through the CHIPS and Science Act, the initiative has leveraged an additional $1.77 in state, private and other funding. Over the same period, nine energy-related companies have announced new investments in South Carolina, representing nearly $2.9 billion in capital investment and more than 2,000 new jobs.
State leaders have strongly supported SC NEXUS and the Tech Hubs program as tools to drive innovation, workforce development and long-term competitiveness across South Carolina. "This is about making sure South Carolina is positioned to develop, test and deploy the next generation of energy technologies," Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III said. "A statewide SC NEXUS ensures that opportunity, investment and innovation reach every region of the state."
The geographic expansion is administrative in nature and does not change existing project scopes or budgets. Instead, it reflects the reality of a fully connected, statewide energy innovation ecosystem and reinforces South Carolina's role as a national leader in advanced and resilient energy technologies.
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Original text here: https://www.sccommerce.com/news/sc-nexus-receives-federal-approval-expand-across-south-carolina
N.M. Economic Development Dept.: New Mexico Accelerates Business Expansion With Site Readiness Program
SANTA FE, New Mexico, Jan. 14 -- The New Mexico Department of Economic Development issued the following news release on Jan. 13, 2026:
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New Mexico accelerates business expansion with Site Readiness program
EDD has evaluated 47 sites, launched public map, established certification board
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Less than a year after the Site Readiness Act became law, the New Mexico Economic Development Department has evaluated 47 development sites statewide, launched a public site readiness map and established a new board to certify sites for business expansion.
Following the passage of SB 169 (Site Readiness)
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SANTA FE, New Mexico, Jan. 14 -- The New Mexico Department of Economic Development issued the following news release on Jan. 13, 2026:
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New Mexico accelerates business expansion with Site Readiness program
EDD has evaluated 47 sites, launched public map, established certification board
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Less than a year after the Site Readiness Act became law, the New Mexico Economic Development Department has evaluated 47 development sites statewide, launched a public site readiness map and established a new board to certify sites for business expansion.
Following the passage of SB 169 (Site Readiness)and SB 170 (Utility Pre-deployment) during the 2025 legislative session, EDD moved quickly to put the framework into action. The program focuses on preparing land for development by identifying infrastructure needs, utility access and site conditions that support timely project delivery and job creation.
Site readiness plays a central role in economic competitiveness. Companies looking to expand need locations that are prepared, permitted and predictable. By investing early in site planning and coordination, New Mexico is creating a clearer path for projects to move forward and for communities to compete for high-quality jobs.
"New Mexico is ready to compete for economic development projects that create opportunities for our families," said EDD Cabinet Secretary Rob Black. "Our site readiness program is setting the stage, so it's easier for companies to choose New Mexico and easier for our state to win."
EDD partnered with Global Location Strategies (GLS) to evaluate, or "characterize," sites across the state. Working closely with local governments and tribal communities, the department assessed industrial properties and produced site-specific recommendations related to infrastructure, utilities and development readiness.
Several sites have already been identified as immediately or near-term competitive for industrial investment. In addition to the 47 sites that have been evaluated, inquiries for 12 more sites have already been submitted for the next round of evaluations.
To support transparency and business recruitment, EDD also contracted with GIS WebTech, a site selection technology company, to develop a new public site-readiness map. The map allows companies, site selectors and community partners to explore evaluated sites and better understand development opportunities across New Mexico. The map can be found on EDD's website at EDD.NewMexico.gov/sites.
The newly created Strategic Economic Development Site Advisory Committee will oversee the grading and certification of sites as "strategic economic development sites," making them eligible for pre-development funding and technical assistance. The committee held its first meeting earlier this month.
Committee members include:
* Rob Black, Secretary, Economic Development Department
* Ricky Serna, Secretary, Department of Transportation
* Jim Kenney, Secretary, Environment Department
* Erin Taylor, Acting Secretary, Energy, Minerals, and Natural Resources Department
* Marquita Russell, CEO, New Mexico Finance Authority
* Gabriella Dasheno, Deputy Utility Division Director, Public Regulation Commission
* Sara Gutierrez, Deputy Division Director, Economic Development Division
* Alex Nellos, Public Member, Registered Architect
* Hilma Chynoweth, Public Member, Director of Strategic Development
* Lucinda Vargas, Public Member, Professor of Economics, Applied Statistics, and International Business, New Mexico State University
* Mario Juarez-Infante, Public Member, City Manager, Sunland Park
* Priscilla Lucero, Public Member, Executive Director, Southwest New Mexico Council of Governments
The next round of evaluations is scheduled to begin in February 2026 and submissions can be made online at edd.newmexico.gov/site-submit.
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Original text here: https://edd.newmexico.gov/pr/new-mexico-accelerates-business-expansion-with-site-readiness-program/
N.J. A.G. Platkin Announces Release of Working Group's Report Recommending Future Uses for Secure Youth Facilities Set to Close
TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 14 (TNSrpt) -- New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin issued the following news release on Jan. 13, 2026:
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AG Platkin Announces Release of Working Group's Report Recommending Future Uses for Secure Youth Facilities Set to Close
Recommendations Consider History and Impacted Communities
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Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin today announced that the Youth Justice Working Group: From Secure Care to Restorative Care has released its report providing recommendations regarding the New Jersey Training School (NJTS) and Female Secure Care and Intake Facility (known
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TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 14 (TNSrpt) -- New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin issued the following news release on Jan. 13, 2026:
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AG Platkin Announces Release of Working Group's Report Recommending Future Uses for Secure Youth Facilities Set to Close
Recommendations Consider History and Impacted Communities
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Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin today announced that the Youth Justice Working Group: From Secure Care to Restorative Care has released its report providing recommendations regarding the New Jersey Training School (NJTS) and Female Secure Care and Intake Facility (knownas "Hayes") which are set to close. In July 2024, Attorney General Platkin called upon leaders in youth justice, civil rights, and social justice from across the State to examine ways in which the sites could be repurposed.
Attorney General Platkin challenged the Working Group members to "imagine a future for these sites that will help our youth thrive and restore communities that have been most impacted by the criminal justice system." The Working Group's recommendations honor the history of the sites, while reflecting and building on New Jersey's significant reforms in youth justice and the State's commitment to providing opportunities and resources for young people.
"From the beginning of my Administration, New Jersey has taken a new approach to youth justice that prioritizes fairness, restoration, and public safety," said Governor Phil Murphy. "I commend Attorney General Platkin and the Youth Justice Working Group for continuing the progress we have made by developing a vision for the New Jersey Training School and the Female Secure Care and Intake Facility that reflects how far we have come while honoring their history. When these facilities close, the Working Group's recommendations will help ensure these sites are repurposed in ways that support youth, strengthen communities, and reaffirm New Jersey's leadership in youth justice reform."
New Jersey has led the nation through its statewide implementation of the Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI), a groundbreaking reform program that works to reduce the incarcerated youth population. As a result of JDAI, New Jersey has made significant reductions in the number of young people detained in county-operated detention centers and YJC facilities, while simultaneously reducing crime. With fewer young people held in the facilities, the State committed to closing NJTS and Hayes while providing funding to construct smaller, state-of-the-art facilities. The first of the new facilities is scheduled to open in 2027.
"As we draw closer to closing the Female Secure Care and Intake Facility and the New Jersey Training School, we must find uses for these facilities to benefit justice-involved young people, their families, and the communities most impacted by racial injustice," said Attorney General Platkin. "New Jersey is a national leader in reforming the youth justice system, and I am pleased to be able to say that this Working Group's thoughtful suggestions for the future of these sites build on those decades of effort."
Hayes is located on the site of a historic boarding school for young Black people. The New Jersey Manual Training and Industrial School for Colored Youth, locally known as the "Bordentown School," was founded in 1886 by Reverend Walter A.S. Rice, a formerly enslaved Civil War veteran. Once known as the "Tuskegee of the North," the renowned boarding school was shuttered in the 1950s after attempts to integrate it failed to attract non-Black students. The site has been on the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places since 1998. NJTS is a secure correctional facility for justice-involved boys and young men committed to State custody by the courts. The buildings comprising NJTS are currently listed by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection as a historic district.
With a keen focus on restorative care and on honoring and serving the communities that have been most impacted by the justice system, the Working Group made multifaceted recommendations, some of which only apply to the Bordentown School site, and others as options for future decision-makers. These recommendations, which are fully outlined in the Report, include:
* Honoring the legacy of the Bordentown School by restoring the entire campus to a school or other place of learning;
* A heritage center that tells the story of the sites;
* A vocational and career training center that focuses on preparing individuals for success in modern, 21st century careers with upward mobility and economic prosperity and security;
* A space for re-entry programming for justice-impacted individuals and their families;
* A place for other restorative, therapeutic, or human-centered programming;
* Affordable housing and/or recreational uses to provide greater opportunities for low-income communities; and
* The creation of a New Jersey Center for Peace and Restorative Justice - modeled after the Equal Justice Initiative's Legacy sites in Montgomery, Alabama - where immersive historical learning can be combined with providing direct services to communities impacted by the justice system.
While Attorney General Platkin will not be the ultimate decision-maker as to the disposition of these facilities, the Working Group's recommendations provide significant guidance for the future of these sites.
The dedicated members of the Youth Justice Working Group: From Secure Care to Restorative Care include:
* Reverend Dr. Charles Boyer, Executive Director of Salvation and Social Justice and Pastor of Greater Mt. Zion AME Church in Trenton
* Ryan Haygood, President and CEO, New Jersey Institute for Social Justice
* J. Amos Caley, Pastor, Reformed Church of Highland Park and Abolition Campaign Senior Fellow, Salvation and Social Justice
* Derick Dailey, Counsel, Crowell & Moring LLP
* Bonnie Goldman, Co-President, Bordentown Historical Society
* Mildred Rice Jordan, Associate Professor emerita, Rider University
* Jennifer LeBaron, Executive Director, Youth Justice Commission
* Alex Shalom, Partner and Chair, Lowenstein Center for the Public Interest
* Elana Wilf, Youth Justice Advocate
* Councilman Terence Van Dzura, Council Vice President, Monroe Township Council
* Youth Member (ex officio), a member of the YJC State Youth Advisory Board, which is a board comprised of youth currently under YJC care and supervision.
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REPORT: https://www.njoag.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Youth-Justice-Working-Group-Final-Report-January-2026.pdf
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Original text here: https://www.njoag.gov/ag-platkin-announces-release-of-working-groups-report-recommending-future-uses-for-secure-youth-facilities-set-to-close/
Mo. A.G. Hanaway Issues Statement After Court Upholds Ban On Sex-Change Procedures For Minors
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Jan. 14 -- Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway issued the following statement on Jan. 13, 2026:
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Attorney General Hanaway Issues Statement After Court Upholds Ban On Sex-Change Procedures For Minors
Today, Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway issued the following statement after the Court unanimously upheld the SAFE Act, Missouri's law that bans Medicaid from funding sex-change procedures and bans gender transition procedures for children:
"Today's unanimous ruling marks a landmark victory for Missouri families. By upholding the SAFE Act, the Missouri
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JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Jan. 14 -- Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway issued the following statement on Jan. 13, 2026:
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Attorney General Hanaway Issues Statement After Court Upholds Ban On Sex-Change Procedures For Minors
Today, Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway issued the following statement after the Court unanimously upheld the SAFE Act, Missouri's law that bans Medicaid from funding sex-change procedures and bans gender transition procedures for children:
"Today's unanimous ruling marks a landmark victory for Missouri families. By upholding the SAFE Act, the MissouriSupreme Court confirmed the legislature's authority to safeguard the health and well-being of our state's most vulnerable citizens.
This win sends a clear message: Missouri will always protect children from dangerous, untested, and experimental procedures. The Attorney General's Office will continue to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with parents, lawmakers, and communities to defend Missouri's laws and preserve the future of our youth."
Read the Court opinion here (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/ago.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=55bd24fd8f5e7d3dc227d1072&id=5dbf92ca61&e=db9c683b19__;!!EErPFA7f--AJOw!Fnshe66K3MjfZNFcmLFDWDBucdjHKphuSMr7edmMIYg7rm6Fztl9GOGfxaFFUevR7k27Bl08UybTa7CYvsOraKam$).
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Original text here: https://ago.mo.gov/attorney-general-hanaway-issues-statement-after-court-upholds-ban-on-sex-change-procedures-for-minors/
Maine House Democrats: Working to Make Housing in Maine More Affordable
AUGUSTA, Maine, Jan. 14 -- The Maine House Democrats issued the following commentary on Jan. 13, 2026:
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Working to Make Housing in Maine More Affordable
By Rep. Wayne Farrin, D-Jefferson
As I write this, we have just begun the new second session of the 132nd Legislature. We have a lot of important work ahead of us in the coming months, including doing more to lower the cost of living for Maine families, remove housing roadblocks and protect our heritage industries.
One of the most pressing issues our state has been facing in recent years is the urgent need for more housing. As a licensed
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AUGUSTA, Maine, Jan. 14 -- The Maine House Democrats issued the following commentary on Jan. 13, 2026:
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Working to Make Housing in Maine More Affordable
By Rep. Wayne Farrin, D-Jefferson
As I write this, we have just begun the new second session of the 132nd Legislature. We have a lot of important work ahead of us in the coming months, including doing more to lower the cost of living for Maine families, remove housing roadblocks and protect our heritage industries.
One of the most pressing issues our state has been facing in recent years is the urgent need for more housing. As a licensedreal estate agent since 1988, I've watched this get worse year after year. Working families can't find apartments near their jobs. Young couples are being priced out of homeownership. Older Mainers on fixed incomes are being forced from communities they've called home for decades, all because of rising costs.
This problem extends beyond individual hardship -- it's threatening our local economy. New teachers struggle to find a place to live within commuting distance of our schools. Bath Iron Works, despite offering good-paying jobs, has lost potential workers because housing costs remain out of reach.
To help solve this problem, we need creative solutions. That's why I have introduced a new bill, LD 2077, An Act to Reduce the Cost of Purchasing a Home by Providing Grants to Reduce Mortgage Rates. This bill would direct the Maine State Housing Authority to provide grants of up to $15,000 to eligible Mainers to reduce their mortgage rates and open the door to homeownership for more families. It would also create an income tax deduction for private mortgage insurance payments on primary residences.
While common-sense initiatives like LD 2077 could play an important role in improving our housing situation, we must also address local barriers that prevent new housing development. That's why my colleagues and I on both sides of the aisle have passed legislation that works to cut red tape, streamline permitting processes and reduce unnecessary regulatory burdens that add months and thousands of dollars to construction costs.
We're also exploring ways to convert underutilized commercial properties into residential units, particularly in our downtown areas. Many of our communities have vacant office spaces and older buildings that could be transformed into much-needed housing while revitalizing our main streets. There has been a bill introduced this session that will assist communities with repurposing vacant school buildings into housing.
Solving Maine's housing shortage requires an all-hands-on-deck approach, and it won't be solved overnight. It demands collaboration between state government, municipalities, developers, employers and community members. I am committed to continuing to work in the Legislature to address this issue.
You can follow legislative developments on all of this session's housing initiatives here. Additionally, you can submit testimony online or in person here.
As the Legislature completes its work over the next few months, I look forward to fighting for policies that make Maine more affordable for working families, young professionals and retirees alike. Together, we can ensure that the Mainers from every walk of life can build their lives and futures right here in the communities we love.
As always, please feel free to contact me at Wayne.Farrin@legislature.maine.gov with your questions and concerns. I can best represent our community by hearing your thoughts on legislation and issues both in our district and across the state.
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Rep. Wayne Farrin is serving his first term in the Maine House, representing Jefferson, Alna, Whitefield and Wiscasset. He serves as a member of the Marine Resources Committee and the State and Local Government Committee.
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Original text here: https://www.maine.gov/housedems/news/working-make-housing-maine-more-affordable
Ga. Lt. Gov. Burt Jones Prioritizes Property Tax Reform
ATLANTA, Georgia, Jan. 14 -- Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, R-Georgia, issued the following news release on Jan. 13, 2026:
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Lt. Governor Burt Jones Prioritizes Property Tax Reform
Today, Lt. Governor Burt Jones announced a priority for the 2026 Legislative Session - property tax reform, which aims to address longstanding rising property taxes and the cost of living for all Georgians.
"As Lt. Governor, I have prioritized property tax reform legislation over the past three years," said Lt. Governor Burt Jones. "As part of our ongoing efforts to keep costs low and put more money back in Georgians'
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ATLANTA, Georgia, Jan. 14 -- Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, R-Georgia, issued the following news release on Jan. 13, 2026:
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Lt. Governor Burt Jones Prioritizes Property Tax Reform
Today, Lt. Governor Burt Jones announced a priority for the 2026 Legislative Session - property tax reform, which aims to address longstanding rising property taxes and the cost of living for all Georgians.
"As Lt. Governor, I have prioritized property tax reform legislation over the past three years," said Lt. Governor Burt Jones. "As part of our ongoing efforts to keep costs low and put more money back in Georgians'pockets, this legislation will limit increases in home values for property taxes year to year and require more accountability and transparency in our local taxation procedures. The Senate passed this same legislation two years ago. I encourage our friends in the House to agree with us this time and prioritize making the property tax process both less confusing and less expensive for Georgia taxpayers."
In 2024, the Senate passed Senate Bill 349 with bi-partisan support, a vote of 42-7, in an effort to address rising property taxes. This session, the key elements of that bill are back for consideration in Senate Bill 382, sponsored by Senator Chuck Hufstetler (R - Rome). This legislation would make annual caps on increases in home values mandatory for any jurisdiction that does not already have such a system in place and would eliminate the ability of local governments to opt-out of the annual caps, as current law allows.
The full text and additional information on Senate Bill 382 can be found here: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72161
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Original text here: https://ltgov.georgia.gov/press-releases/2026-01-13/lt-governor-burt-jones-prioritizes-property-tax-reform
