TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal issued the following news release on Jan. 22: * * * - Despite Prior Defeats in Court, U.S. Department of State Issues New Rules to Expand Access to Dangerous, Untraceable Firearms * * * Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal announced he is joining a coalition of states in suing to stop the Trump Administration from trying, once again, to enact rules to weaken federal oversight of certain firearm-designing software files  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal issued the following news release: Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal last night joined 23 other state AGs in a brief before the U.S. Supreme Court standing up for the constitutionality of the federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and defending other essential consumer protection rules in the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. Passed in the wake of the national financial crisis of   more

NEW YORK, Jan. 23 -- EisnerAmper, an accounting firm, issued the following news: Global business advisory firm EisnerAmper announced that the leadership and staff of certified public accounting firm Horvath & Giacin, P.C., have joined EisnerAmper LLP effective January 16, 2020. Founded in 1989, Horvath & Giacin is a full-service accounting firm with a staff of 22. The New Jersey-based firm offers tax, accounting and assurance, and business advisory and consulting services to clients in more th  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Six measures addressing the unlawful practice of improperly classifying workers as independent contractors, rather than as employees, were signed into law Monday. The laws stem from recommendations made by the Governor's Task Force on Employee Misclassification in July. According to the report, misclassification of employees by employers has increased 40 percent in the last ten years and has become a g  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Moving forward on actions to prevent gun violence in the state, five legislative measures working to stem gun violence by engaging patients in the hospital, during their recovery and in the community following a firearm incident - putting much needed attention on mental health and counseling needs of gun violence victims - have all been signed into law. The final bill in the package was signed into law   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal issued the following news release: The Attorney General's Shooting Response Task Force is conducting an investigation of a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred this morning in Bloomingdale, N.J. One male civilian sustained fatal injuries. The decedent has been identified as Michael J. Rivera, 32, of Newark, N.J. The shooting occurred at approximately 10:15 a.m. on Mathews Drive in Bloomingdale. According to   more

LYNDHURST, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- Barnes and Noble, a retailer of content, digital media and educational products, issued the following news release: Barnes & Noble, Inc., the world's largest retail bookseller, announced American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins as the February 2020 selection for the Barnes & Noble Book Club, a monthly book club designed to bring readers in communities across the country together to discuss the most compelling books. Barnes & Noble is selling a special, exclusive Book C  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 24 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee issued the following news release: Becchi worked as a corporate lobbyist to promote the tax bill that capped the SALT deduction and hurt New Jersey Families. When pressed about her support of the 2017 tax bill that capped state and local tax deductions raising taxes on New Jersey families, corporate lobbyist Rosemary Becchi tied herself in knots misrepresenting the work she actually did to push the bill through Congress. W  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 25 -- New Jersey State Assembly Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Assemblywoman Nancy Munoz: Patients with serious illnesses or facing end-of-life issues will find improved medical care thanks to bills (A4683 and A4685) sponsored by Assemblywoman Nancy Munoz and signed into law this week. A4683 requires health providers and administrative staff at assisted living facilities, personal care homes, dementia care homes, hospitals, and long-term ca  more

BIRMINGHAM, Michigan, Jan. 23 -- Clark Hill, a law firm, issued the following news: Senior Counsel Jeanne Stiefel was recently appointed to serve on the University of Miami School of Law Dean's Advisory Committee. Stiefel, who earned her J.D. from the University of Miami in 1981, will serve as a key advisor to students, faculty, and the dean in her role as a committee member. She will share her wealth of experience and knowledge as a mentor and champion for incoming lawyers. In her practice,   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 25 -- New Jersey State Assembly Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce: With the governor's signature this week, Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce's bill (A3391/S498) increasing financial support for victims of crime was signed into law. DeCroce and Richard Pompelio, a renowned crime victims' lawyer and advocate, have been pushing the reform bill to correct the injustices in the state's Victims of Crime Compensation Offi  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 25 -- The Democratic Governors Association issued the following statement by Chair Phil Murphy: DGA Chair New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy released the following statement on Speaker Pelosi and Senate Democratic Leader Schumer's selection of Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer to deliver the Democratic Response to President Trump's State of the Union address. The response will be delivered on Tuesday, February 4th. "I am incredibly proud that Governor Whitmer has been selected   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- New Jersey State Assembly Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Assemblywoman Serena DiMaso: On Tuesday, the governor signed a bill (A3391/S498) sponsored by Assemblywoman Serena DiMaso that amends the Criminal Injuries Compensation Act of 1971 to increase eligibility and financial support for victims. A 2018 investigation by NJ Advance Media found that the state's Victims of Crime Compensation Office was failing to meet the needs of victims  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 25 -- Fox Rothschild, a law firm, issued the following news release: Arguments made by Fox Rothschild Partner Jacob S. Perskie were adopted by the New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division in a case that sets an important precedent for transparency and accountability in the handling of footage from a police officer's body-worn camera in the wake of a shooting. Perskie, representing the American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey, filed a friend-of-the-court  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- New Jersey State Assembly Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce: With the governor's signature, a bill (A2431) sponsored by Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce, capping out-of-pocket expenses for prescription drugs was signed into law. "Many people with high-cost-sharing plans don't take vital medications prescribed by their doctors because they can't afford their co-pays," said DeCroce (R-Morris). "The result is po  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 25 -- New Jersey State Assembly Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Assemblyman Ron Dancer: The governor signed Assemblyman Ron Dancer's bill (A6075/S4188) to allow up to a $10,000 deduction on unreimbursed expenses if a taxpayer or their dependent donates an organ or bone marrow. The bill is designated as "Lindsay's Law" in honor of Lindsay Clark, a kidney donor, and Pine Hill resident. "Donating an organ and bone marrow is not an easy decisio  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 25 -- New Jersey State Assembly Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce: Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce's bill (A4377) requiring a comprehensive directory of airports in New Jersey and creating a public use airports task force to study expansion was signed into law. "New Jersey's location is a major asset, and provides an opportunity for becoming a national leader in air travel," said DeCroce (R-Morris). "This law will  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 25 -- New Jersey State Assembly Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips: The governor signed Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips' bill (A5427/S3871) that adds a member of the Retired Judges Association of New Jersey to the State Investment Council, which oversees the investments of seven pension funds including those for police and firemen, prison officers, judges, teachers and public employees. While other public e  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- New Jersey State Assembly Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Assemblyman Ron Dancer: This week the governor signed a bill (A1110/S782) sponsored by Assemblyman Ron Dancer to increase workers' compensation for the loss of a hand or foot. "Losing a hand or foot is a traumatic, life-changing experience. Workers need to know we will support them during their time of need," said Dancer (R-Ocean). "A big part of alleviating some of their stress  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 25 -- New Jersey State Assembly Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Assemblymen Hal Wirths and Parker Space: This week the governor signed a bill (A3745/S2469), sponsored by Assemblymen Hal Wirths and Parker Space, prohibiting a person debarred from contracting with the federal government from receiving a contract for public work in New Jersey. "We can't have people barred from federal contracts for crimes like fraud, embezzlement, theft, briber  more

MIAMI, Florida, Jan. 23 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Barry J. Schindler, a shareholder in the Intellectual Property & Technology Practice at global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, has been named to the inaugural edition of the IAM Global Leaders Guide based on his patent practice in the firm's New Jersey office. To qualify for inclusion in IAM Global Leaders, individuals must be ranked in the gold tier of the IAM Patent 1000, the market-leading annual d  more

NEWARK, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- The Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey issued the following news release: * * * - Company joins 17 other Blue plans and Civica in latest effort to combat rising prescription costs * * * Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon BCBSNJ) joined 17 other Blue Cross Blue Shield plans across the country to announce a collaborative partnership with Civica to create a new subsidiary dedicated to lowering the cost of selected generic drugs. This   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- New Jersey State Assembly Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Assemblyman Ron Dancer: Under a law signed by the governor and sponsored by Assemblyman Ron Dancer, medical providers are prohibited from reporting unpaid workers' compensation charges to collection and credit reporting agencies. "Workers comp cases can be long and drawn out and medical bills can pile up," said Dancer (R-Ocean). "When a medical provider reports the outstanding c  more

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- John Wiley and Sons issued the following news release: Best-selling author, Patrick Lencioni returns next month with the highly anticipated new leadership fable, The Motive, set to be published by Wiley on February 26th. Lencioni has written a dozen books, including the teamwork book of our time The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, which have sold over 6 million copies and have been translated into over 30 languages worldwide. His previous best-selling books have fo  more

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- John Wiley and Sons issued the following news release: Emerging viral infections--from bird flu to Ebola to Zika infections--pose major threats to global public health, and understanding their origins can help investigators design defensive strategies against future outbreaks. A new study published in the Journal of Medical Virology provides important insights on the potential origins of the most recent outbreak of viral pneumonia in China, which started in the m  more

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- John Wiley and Sons issued the following news release: A novel drug, named "FerriIridium", can simultaneously help diagnose and treat gastric cancer. The initially weakly active precursor (prodrug), based on an iridium-containing compound, is selectively activated only after reaching the interior of a tumor cell. This is possible because of the higher amount of iron present there, report scientists in the journal Angewandte Chemie. Selective activation reduces un  more

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- Johnson & Johnson issued the following news release: * * * - 2019 Fourth-Quarter Sales of $20.7 Billion reflecting growth of 1.7%, operational growth of 2.6%* and adjusted operational growth of 3.4%* - 2019 Full-Year Sales of $82.1 Billion reflecting growth of 0.6%, operational growth of 2.8%* and adjusted operational growth of 4.5%* * * * Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) today announced results for fourth-quarter and full year 2019. "We delivered strong u  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal issued the following news release: * * * - Grant Funding Available to Participating Individuals, Businesses, & Community Organizations * * * The Juvenile Justice Commission ("JJC") is urging businesses, community organizations, and individuals statewide to take advantage of funding available for a new program aimed at expanding experiences and opportunities for youth residing in residential and secure facilities thr  more

JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- Forbes Media, a global media, branding and technology company with a focus on news and information about business, investing, technology, entrepreneurship, leadership and affluent lifestyles, issued the following news release on Jan. 23: South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg, a millennial who enjoys strong support among a broad population of registered voters, is barely resonating with 18- to 29-year-olds, the demographic that he should be winning, accordi  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats Daniel Benson, Thomas Giblin and Carol Murphy to strengthen criteria for certain stroke centers and hospitals, establish a stroke advisory panel and database, and require the development of emergency stroke protocols, was signed into law Tuesday. "Strokes are one of the leading causes of death for New Jersey residents, with nearly 3,500 mortalities in 2017,"   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: * * * - Requires Health Insurers to Limit Patient Cost-Sharing * * * To reduce the out-of-pocket burden faced by many New Jerseyans covered by certain prescription drug insurance policies or contracts, legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats Daniel Benson and Angelica Jimenez to require health insurers to cap patient co-payments was signed into law by the Governor. "Now more than ever, the need   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Aiming to encourage employers to keep call center jobs in New Jersey, legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats Shavonda Sumter, Dan Benson, Valerie Vainieri Huttle, Eric Houghtaling and Benjie Wimberly to require employers that outsource call center jobs overseas to forfeit any state aid or business incentives they may have received was signed into law Tuesday. "Outsourcing jobs contributes to unemp  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: To protect the safety of lucky New Jerseyans who win the lottery, Assembly Democrats John Burzichelli, Jamel Holley and Clinton Calabrese sponsored legislation allowing for winners of the State Lottery to remain anonymous. The bill was signed into law by the Governor. "While winning the lottery is a dream come true for those lucky individuals who are able to call themselves winners, they are sometimes   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: In order to establish a more effective emergency alert system for hit-and-run accidents, legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats Annette Chaparro, Valerie Vainieri Huttle, Daniel R. Benson, Angelica Jimenez, Raj Mukherji and Joann Downey was signed into law Tuesday. The law commemorates the life of Zackhary Simmons, a 21-year-old man who died in Hoboken in June of 2016 after being hit by a vehicle   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: In light of the potential closure of Bayonne Medical Center due to a hospital merger, of which elected officials had no prior knowledge, Assembly Democrats Nicholas Chiaravalloti, Angela McKnight and Robert Karabinchak sponsored legislation aimed at increasing hospitals' transparency to help prevent the abrupt loss of important healthcare services in local communities. Two of the bills in the three-bil  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Aiming to limit the forfeiture of seized property in certain cases, an Assembly Democrat-sponsored bill revising when seized property can and cannot be forfeited if there are no related criminal charges or proven criminal culpability was signed into law Monday. Upon the bill (A-4970) becoming law, Assembly sponsors Nicholas Chiaravalloti (D-Hudson), Shavonda Sumter (D-Bergen, Passaic) and Nancy Pinkin   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: * * * - Measure Will Provide Over a Third of All NJ Students Access to Free Meals * * * Expanding access to free meals for families struggling to afford the cost of reduced-price school meals, a measure requiring the State to cover the cost of reduced price breakfast and lunch for eligible public school students was signed into law by the Governor. The legislation (A-5855), now law, is sponsored by   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: With the goal to ensure people who harm police officers are brought to justice, legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats Wayne DeAngelo and Raj Mukherji to create a system to apprehend people suspected of killing or seriously injuring law enforcement officers was signed into law Monday by Governor Phil Murphy. The "Blue Alert" system established under the law (formerly bill A-2604) provides for the   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Assembly Democrats Louis Greenwald (D-Camden, Burlington), Joann Downey (D-Monmouth) and Valerie Vainieri Huttle (D-Bergen) have sponsored a bill (A-5977) aimed at improving New Jersey's healthcare through the creation of a Regional Health Hub Program. Greenwald authored legislation that created the original Medicaid Accountable Care Organization (ACO) Demonstration Project in 2011, and this law repres  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: * * * - Measure to Fund Violence Intervention Program in Local Communities * * * Moving forward on actions to prevent gun violence in the state, one of six legislative measures to stem gun violence by putting much needed attention on mental health and counseling needs of gun violence victims, was signed into law by the Governor on Monday. The measure (A-4801), now law, is sponsored by Assembly Democ  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: To better protect law enforcement officers in the line of duty, legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats Eric Houghtaling and Joann Downey to revise penalties for violations of New Jersey's "Move Over Law" was signed into law Monday by Governor Phil Murphy. The "Move Over Law" was created in response to the tragic death of Trooper Marc Castellano, who was struck and killed by a driver who failed to   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: To recognize environmentally conscious landowners who make efforts to preserve wildlife on their property, legislation sponsored by Assemblymen Eric Houghtaling (D-Monmouth) and Adam Taliaferro (Gloucester, Cumberland, Salem) was signed into law Monday by Governor Phil Murphy. The law (formerly A-1040) requires the Department of Environmental Protection, in coordination with any other agricultural orga  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Assemblywoman Yvonne Lopez (D-Middlesex) has been selected by the National Hispanic Caucus of State Legislators (NHCSL) to serve as vice-chair of the Latino Voting and Elections Task Force for the 2020-2021 term. "I am thrilled to have been appointed to this Task Force," said Lopez. "The Task Force's work to ensure an accurate and complete 2020 Census as well as a fair elections produce benefits for no  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Joining other states who have enacted or considered a ban on the use of 'gay or trans panic' legal strategies in criminal cases, legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats John McKeon and Joann Downey was signed into law Tuesday by Governor Phil Murphy. The law (formerly bill A-1796) prohibits the use of so-called "gay panic" defenses for the commission of murder. Current law provides that a homicide  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Aiming to make it safe and more convenient for eligible New Jersey residents to register to vote, legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats Gabriela Mosquera, Patricia Jones and Paul Moriarty that would allow New Jersey residents to opt for online registration was signed into law by the Governor on Tuesday. The legislation (A-422), now law, allows New Jersey voters to register to vote securely online  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Assemblyman Raj Mukherji (D-Hudson) -- a healthcare entrepreneur, former local prosecutor, and former U.S. Marine Corps sergeant who previously served as Deputy Mayor of Jersey City -- has been selected by Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin (D-Middlesex) to lead the Assembly Judiciary Committee as chair for the 219th legislative session. "I am honored by Speaker Coughlin's confidence in me by appointing m  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: With more than 40,000 people dying every year due to secondhand smoke, Assembly Democrats Raj Mukherji, Herb Conaway and Eliana Pintor Marin have sponsored a bill further reducing the public's exposure to its harmful effects. The legislation was signed into law Tuesday. The law (formerly bill A-5028) prohibits smoking in the outdoor passenger pick-up and drop-off area of any non-federal or military-own  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: In order to ensure a safe and secure work environment for members and employees, legislation sponsored by Assemblywomen Carol Murphy, Joann Downey and Shavonda Sumter to require the Legislature to adopt a policy prohibiting sexual harassment and provide training on the policy for members, officers and employees was signed into law by Governor Phil Murphy. "We want to make sure that all who serve and wo  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: With thousands of people throughout the United States waiting on life-saving bone marrow and organ transplants, Assemblywomen Carol Murphy and Pamela Lampitt have sponsored legislation to help encourage donations through tax and work-related benefits. The legislation, named "Lindsay's Law" in honor of Pine Hill resident and kidney donor Lindsay Clark, was signed into law Tuesday. Each year, nearly 18,0  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: In recognition of her legislative work on initiatives to ensure patient welfare, Assemblywoman Nancy Pinkin (D-Middlesex) became the first New Jersey Assembly member to be awarded the Distinguished Advocacy Award by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN). Pinkin was honored with the 2019 award for her leadership and dedication to policy issues spanning palliative care to vaping. Sh  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news on Jan. 22: Seeking to bolster New Jersey's environmental efforts in the face of a growing climate change crisis, the Governor signed a measure (A-5583) into law on Tuesday that will limit the emission of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) - powerful, manufactured greenhouse gases. Sponsored by Assembly Democrats Nancy Pinkin, Yvonne Lopez and Raj Mukherji, the legislation - now law - specifically prohibits the   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Assemblywomen Eliana Pintor Marin (D-Essex) and Nancy Munoz (R-Union) applaud the signing of legislation that addresses the concerns of harassment and discrimination reporting practices on the state level. The measure (A-5630), signed into law by the Governor on Tuesday, requires the Civil Service Commission to establish and maintain a hotline for State employees to submit reports of workplace discrimi  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Aiming to protect employees of companies experiencing mass layoffs, transfers or closings, legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrat Annette Quijano (D-Union) was signed into law on Tuesday. The new mandate (formerly A-5145) requires employers in these situations to provide severance pay and to notify employees a minimum of 90 days prior to plant closings, transfers or mass layoffs. It also expands pr  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Bringing a decade of experience in public service to her role, Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson will serve as the Vice-Chair of the Consumer Affairs Committee during the 219th legislative session. Reynolds-Jackson, as a member of the Consumer Affairs Committee during the prior session, helped advance a number of bills aimed at protecting and preserving the rights of customers throughout the state  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Aiming to reduce incidents of suicide by law enforcement officers in New Jersey, legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats Gordon Johnson, Nancy Pinkin and Pamela Lampitt to establish a suicide prevention training program focused on law enforcement was signed into law Monday by Governor Phil Murphy. "For the third straight year in 2018, officer deaths by suicide outnumbered those who died in the line  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 25 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: With nearly 40 million adults throughout the country having a serious illness within the past three years and nearly 20 million suffering from chronic pain that interferes with their daily activities, Assembly Democrats Shanique Speight, Cleopatra Tucker and Nancy Pinkin have sponsored three bills to improve access to both palliative and end-of-life care in New Jersey. All three bills were signed into l  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Moving on criminal justice reform, legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats Shavonda Sumter, Jamel Holley, Patricia Egan Jones and Benjie Wimberly aiming to end the school-to-prison pipeline, assist individuals in recovery and rehabilitation, reduce the number of repeat offenders and provide savings was signed into law Monday. "The majority of the more than 10,000 inmates who are released from priso  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Currently, New Jersey bases its legislative districts on U.S. Census Bureau data, which counts incarcerated people in the census block that contains the prison, instead of at their homes. Although people convicted of felonies in New Jersey are not eligible to vote while they are incarcerated, those who are incarcerated for misdemeanors or awaiting trial can vote with an absentee ballot in their home di  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Maternal health reports and statistics unveiled in recent years paint a distressing picture of African American women's health not only throughout the U.S. but in New Jersey particularly. New Jersey ranks 47th among the states in maternal mortality, with a rate of 37.3 deaths per every 100,000 live births. Women of color account for nearly 60% of all pregnancy-related maternal deaths in the State. Afri  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Citing several high-profile fatal police shootings involving children playing with toy guns over the last five years-- including the death of 12-year-old Tamir Rice in 2014 and the 13-year-old Tyre King in 2016-- legislation taking steps to ban the sale of realistic-looking toy guns was signed into law Tuesday. Assembly Democrats Britnee Timberlake, Thomas Giblin, Cleopatra Tucker and Ralph Caputo spon  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: In an effort to financially assist a greater number of New Jersey veterans, Assembly Democrats have sponsored a bill that would allow the existing $250 property tax deduction to be granted to all honorably discharged veterans, rather than just those with active wartime service or involvement in certain peacekeeping operations. A resolution (ACR-253) has been filed with the Secretary of State to have NJ  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 25 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Tackling the unprecedented levels of violence sweeping through many of New Jersey's urban communities, a measure sponsored by Assembly Democrats Anthony Verrelli, Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (both D-Mercer, Hunterdon), and Shavonda Sumter (D-Bergen, Passaic) creating a 44-member commission to study the issue was signed into law by the Governor on Tuesday. The New Jersey State Commission on Urban Violence   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats Benjie Wimberly and Jamel Holley to examine the effect of poverty on the development of children in economically distressed areas of the state, and develop recommendations to improve their lives was signed into law Tuesday by Governor Phil Murphy. The law (formerly A-1146) establishes the "New Jersey Investing in You Promise Neighborhood Commission" to examin  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: In an effort to address concerns that New Jersey's juvenile justice system relies on ineffective methods of sentencing and paroling adolescent offenders, legislation (A-5586) sponsored by Assembly Democrats Benjie Wimberly (D-Bergen, Passaic), Annette Quijano (D-Union) and Verlina Reynolds-Jackson (D-Mercer, Hunterdon) to revise the current Code of Juvenile Justice was signed into law Monday by Governor  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: * * * - Legislation Aims to Protect New Jersey Residents * * * Looking to strike a balance between innovation, transparency and consumer protection, a bill prohibiting the use of an online "bot" to communicate or interact for the purpose of misleading a person during a purchase, or to influence the outcome of an election, was signed into law by the Governor on Tuesday. Now law, the legislation (A-45  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: In an effort to maintain a fair election process in New Jersey, legislation promoting voting transparency sponsored by Assemblyman Andrew Zwicker and Assemblyman Roy Freiman was signed into law by the Governor on Tuesday. The "Voting Precinct Transparency Act," (A-4564) - now law - requires the filing of election district, county district and municipal ward boundary data with the Secretary of State for  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: With loneliness affecting three out of four Americans, a bill sponsored by Assembly Democrats Andrew Zwicker, Matthew Milam and Vincent Mazzeo requiring the Commissioner of Human Services to study how social isolation and loneliness impact certain populations was signed into law Tuesday. The law (formerly bill A-5314) requires the Commissioner to assess and report on the nature and frequency of social   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: In an effort to protect the environment and reduce unsafe access to prescription drugs, Assembly Democrats Raj Mukherji, Valerie Vainieri Huttle, John Armato and Robert Karabinchak have sponsored legislation to require pharmacies to educate customers and offer methods for them to properly dispose of their medicine. The bill was signed into law Tuesday. The law (formerly bill A-5667) will require pharma  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: * * * - Assemblyman to Also Serve on Assembly Health * * * Speaker Craig Coughlin (D-Middlesex) recently announced the appointment of Assemblyman Anthony Verrelli as Vice-Chair of the Assembly Labor Committee. Assemblyman Verrelli represents the 15th Legislative District, which encompasses parts of Mercer and Hunterdon counties. A carpenter by trade, he currently serves as president of the United Br  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following joint statement by Assembly Members Joann Downey, D-Monmouth, and Eric Houghtaling, D-Monmouth: A bill sponsored by Assembly Democrats Joann Downey and Eric Houghtaling (both D-Monmouth) to increase workers' compensation for employees who lose a hand or foot in a workplace accident was signed into law by Governor Phil Murphy. Downey and Houghtaling released the following joint statement on the law (previousl  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin (D-Middlesex) has appointed Assemblywoman Shavonda Sumter (D-Bergen, Passaic) to take the helm of a new committee that will prioritize improving New Jersey communities through legislative action. The Assembly Community Development and Affairs Committee aims to address issues inhibiting revitalization, small to medium-size business growth, and create opportunities to help  more

WESTWOOD, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- New Jersey State Assembly Republicans posted the following statement by Assemblywoman Holly Schepisi: Assemblywoman Holly Schepisi released the following statement after Gov. Phil Murphy's announcement to appoint Kevin Walsh, the Executive Director of Fair Share Housing Center, as Comptroller for the State of New Jersey: "While successful at fighting to litter the state with high density housing, his bullying and name calling against mayors, lawmakers, local of  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Senate Republicans issued the following news on behalf of New Jersey State Sen. Kip Bateman: Senator Kip Bateman's legislation banning the sale or installation of equipment containing greenhouse gases was signed by the governor. The new law (A5583/S3919) transitions the State to less harmful alternatives by prohibiting hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and other gases that threaten the ozone. "Moving to more environmentally benign refrigerants benefits t  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- The New Jersey Senate Republicans issued the following statement by State Sen. Chris Brown: Bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senator Chris Brown that will give families recovering from addiction a second chance by making them eligible to work in casinos is now law. "Having attended interventions for those close to me fighting with substance abuse, I know first hand how addiction attacks families throughout Atlantic County no matter their race, age, or where t  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Senate Republicans issued the following news on behalf of New Jersey State Sen. Anthony M. Bucco: Senator Anthony M. Bucco's measure assisting veterans seeking careers in the insurance industry has been signed into law. The bill, A1924/S2930 waives the initial insurance producer-licensing fee for veterans who have passed the license exam. "It can be difficult for veterans to pay for the training and licensing when they aren't employed and earning  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- The New Jersey Senate Republicans issued the following statement by State Sen. Kristin Corrado: * * * - Requires Telephone Hotline for Reporting Suspected Incidents * * * Legislation sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado to ensure State workers can confidentially report discrimination or harassment in the workplace has been signed into law by the governor. "Victims should never be silenced as a result of filing a complaint. "This law will ensure that all Stat  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Senate Republicans issued the following news on behalf of New Jersey State Sen. Kristin Corrado: Senator Kristin Corrado's bill requiring the first update of the Legislature's sexual harassment policy in more than a decade was signed by the governor. "I want to send a loud and clear message that sexual harassment will not be tolerated," said Corrado (R-40). "News reports, and testimony we have heard in Trenton indicate sexual misconduct is more pr  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Senate Republicans issued the following news on behalf of New Jersey State Sen. Kristin Corrado: * * * - Honors Life of Wyckoff Teen Benjamin Landel * * * Legislation sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado, Assemblyman Kevin Rooney, and Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips that raises awareness of NUT carcinoma, an aggressive cancer usually diagnosed in young victims, has been signed into law. The resolution is dedicated in memory of Benjamin Lande  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Senate Republicans issued the following news on behalf of New Jersey State Sen. Tom Kean: Senator Tom Kean's legislation to empower municipalities to reshape their downtowns, commercial districts and neighborhoods into vital, cultural incubators for Jersey-based artists has been signed into law. His law, S-521, establishes a special designation that municipalities can use to promote artists living and working in New Jersey and across the United St  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Senate Republicans issued the following news on behalf of New Jersey State Sen. Tom Kean: Senator Tom Kean's legislation to help students who are having trouble repaying their NJCLASS loans was signed into law. "The NJ CLASS loan program was designed to aid students who need financial assistance beyond what the federal loan program has provided," said Kean (R-21). "Students who are having trouble repaying these loans shouldn't be punished with ove  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 25 -- The New Jersey Senate Republicans issued the following statement by State Sen. Declan O'Scanlon, R-Monmouth: Following news that MONOC will cease operations on April 1, Senator Declan O'Scanlon (R-Monmouth) advocated for swift passage of his bill, S-617, which would provide much needed flexibility to the Advanced Life Support System (ALS) in the state. "If we want to ensure that when you call 911 you get the best care possible all the time, we need to commit to   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Senate Republicans issued the following news on behalf of New Jersey State Sens. Kip Bateman and Kristin Corrado: * * * - Voter-approved and constitutionally dedicated money will help preserve open space * * * Senator Kip Bateman and Senator Kristin Corrado sponsor a series of bills, signed into law by the governor this week, appropriating almost $215 million in constitutionally dedicated funds for farm and land preservation, and clean water and  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Senate Republicans issued the following news on behalf of New Jersey State Sens. Steve Oroho, R-Sussex/Warren/Morris, and Troy Singleton, D-Burlington: Legislation sponsored by Senator Steve Oroho and Senator Troy Singleton, which would prohibit a person from contracting with the state for public work if they are barred from receiving a federal contract, was signed into law by Governor Phil Murphy. "If a person is banned from contracting with the   more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 23 -- Nationwide Mutual Insurance issued the following news release: * * * - Insurance carrier partners with Azuga and Zubie to offer new telematics program in New York, New Jersey and Texas * * * Human services organizations have unique customer and business needs. Keeping a close eye on fleet vehicles and driver performance is not only critical for ensuring client safety but can also boost business performance and reduce costly interruptions. Yet, the technology neede  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- New Jersey State Assembly Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce: The governor signed a joint resolution (AJR35) designating the third week of March as Domestic Violence Services Awareness Week. Sponsored by Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce, the commemorative week will help connect domestic violence survivors with resources needed to improve their lives. "During some point in their lives, one of out every three w  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- The New Jersey Democratic State Committee issued the following statement by Vice Chair Peg Schaffer regarding Republican Gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli: "Jack Ciattarelli is a Republican political insider who fully supported Chris Christie's disastrous agenda while he was in Trenton. "That is the exact opposite of the kind of leader New Jerseyans want. Governor Murphy and fellow Democrats are working hard to correct the many mistakes of the Christie e  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- New Jersey State Assembly Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Assemblyman John DiMaio: The governor signed Assemblyman John DiMaio and Assemblywoman Aura Dunn's bill (A4590/S2849) designating the Seeing Eye(R) dog as the State Dog. "Guide dogs are life-changing companions for those who are visually impaired and greatly improve lives by helping foster an atmosphere of independence and mobility," said DiMaio (R-Warren). "With this law, they   more

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- NICE, an enterprise software solutions provider, issued the following news release: * * * - NICE RPA automatically discovers all process variations and highlights the optimal option, ensuring automation success * * * NICE (Nasdaq: NICE) announced that its Robotic Process Automation (RPA) offering includes new capabilities that fast-track attended automation discovery, development and human to robot collaborations. NICE RPA version 7.2 empowers smarter identifi  more

BRIDGEWATER, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Democratic State Committee issued the following press release: New Jersey Democrats packed the Bridgewater Marriott last night to show their enthusiastic backing of four frontline members of Congress as they face re-election later this year. The event raised funds for the state's four members of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee's 2019-2020 Frontline Program, designed to help Democrats protect the historic gains made in the Blue   more

PEARL RIVER, New York, Jan. 24 -- Orange and Rockland Utilities issued the following news release on Jan. 23: * * * - The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) yesterday voted to approve new electric rates for Rockland Electric Company. * * * The new rates, which will take effect February 1, provide Rockland Electric with the resources to provide increased customer satisfaction, improved storm resilience, more efficient operations and greater technological innovation, which supports t  more

NEWARK, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- Panasonic issued the following news release: * * * - Collaboration with Caesars Entertainment and UNLV Drives Innovation for the Future of Hospitality and Entertainment * * * Panasonic System Solutions Company of North America announced its leading laser projection, professional display and professional video technology will be deployed at the grand opening of Black Fire Innovation, a new research and technology hub created to drive innovation in the hospitalit  more

NEW YORK, Jan. 25 -- The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey issued the following news release: * * * - In-lane cashless tolling system to be activated February 2 at the George Washington Bridge's Palisades Interstate Parkway toll plaza - Lane closings planned at the Bayonne Bridge, Outerbridge Crossing, George Washington Bridge and Holland Tunnel * * * Beginning on February 2, an in-lane cashless tolling system will be activated at the George Washington Bridge-Palisades Interstate Pa  more

PRINCETON, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- Princeton University issued the following news release: Barry L. Jacobs, an emeritus professor of psychology and neuroscience who became internationally known for his research on serotonin, sleep and depression, died Friday, Jan. 10, in Princeton. He was 77 years old. Jacobs joined the Princeton faculty in 1972 and transferred to emeritus status in 2017. Among his roles at the University, he served as director of the neuroscience graduate program from 1988 to   more

PRINCETON, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- Princeton University issued the following news release: Beatriz Colomina, the Howard Crosby Butler Professor of the History of Architecture and co-director of the Program in Media and Modernity, has been awarded the 2020 Ada Louise Huxtable Prize for Contribution to Architecture from the W Awards. Formerly known as Women in Architecture, the W Awards, given in association with The Architectural Review and Architects' Journal, recognize women's contributions to  more

PRINCETON, New Jersey, Jan. 13 -- Princeton University's Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs issued the following news release: On Sunday, Jan. 12, Princeton University's Michael Oppenheimer appeared on CBS's "60 Minutes," speaking about Venice with John Dickerson. "Venice is facing an existential threat to the city as it has been," said Oppenheimer, Princeton's Albert G. Milbank Professor of Geosciences and International Affairs and the Princeton Environmental Institute.  more

PRINCETON, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- Princeton University issued the following news release on Jan. 21: The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments Tuesday on cases challenging the federal government's termination of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, including a complaint filed by Princeton University, Microsoft and Princeton graduate Maria Perales Sanchez. The November 2017 complaint -- one of the first challenges to the government's decision to end DACA -- alleged that   more

PARSIPPANY, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- Wyndham Hotels and Resorts issued the following news release: Ramada(R) by Wyndham - one of the most recognised hotel brands in the world with around 870 hotels in over 60 countries - continues widening its European presence of more than 100 hotels with the opening of Ramada by Wyndham Madrid Getafe, the brand's first hotel in Spain, through collaboration with hotel management company Hotel Collection International. Ramada, one of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts' la  more

MAHWAH, New Jersey, Jan. 21 -- Ramapo College issued the following news release: More than 70 New Jersey educators attended the iSTEAM 2020 Conference: Full STEAM Ahead at Ramapo College on January 14. Comprised of K-12 teachers and administrators from across the state, the all-day conference included breakout sessions that addressed topics such as "Laying the Foundations of STEM Instruction," "Well-Rounded Education: Leveraging Creative Assets," "Teaching Environmental Science & Civics with Mu  more

POMONA, New Jersey, Jan. 13 -- Richard Stockton College/Stockton University issued the following news: Students at Stockton University will have the opportunity to study in Taiwan under two new agreements with National Chiayi University (NCYU) and National Taichung University of Education (NTCU) in Taiwan. The agreement with NCYU provides for up to three Stockton Master of Business Administration students to attend NCYU and three graduate business students from NCYU to attend Stockton each yea  more

POMONA, New Jersey, Jan. 19 [TNSsociologyresearch] -- Richard Stockton College/Stockton University issued the following news: Have you ever had an experience where your politics doesn't align with a close family member, friend or even colleague somewhere, and anxiety starts to seep in, building momentum as they continue to talk? What you felt is an actual "thing," according to research by Joy Jones-Carmack, assistant professor of Business Studies-Management at Stockton University. Political co  more

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Jan. 25 -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * - President's task force outlines key first steps toward carbon neutrality, climate resilience * * * Rutgers University has taken an important step to develop a Climate Action Plan that will reduce the university's carbon footprint and its vulnerability to the impacts of climate change. The President's Task Force on Carbon Neutrality and Climate Resilience presented a 43-page report to President Robert  more

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- Rutgers University issued the following news on Jan. 21: * * * - Holloway to begin presidency on July 1 after successful tenures at Northwestern, Yale * * * Jonathan Holloway, provost of Northwestern University and an eminent historian, has been appointed the 21st president of Rutgers, The State University. The Rutgers Board of Governors, with the advice and consent of the Rutgers Board of Trustees, today approved Holloway's appointment at a joint meeti  more

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Jan. 22 [TNSmedicalresearch] -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * - Texas strategy reduces prescriptions without compromising care, Rutgers study finds * * * Children in foster care are at risk of being given antipsychotic medications for non-psychotic conditions like behavioral issues. Rutgers researchers have found that a Texas strategy to reduce anti-psychotic medication for children can serve as a model for other state Medicaid programs. Th  more

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * - A Rutgers expert discusses what is known about the new infectious disease and who is most at risk * * * Since December, a new coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, China, has killed at least 17 people and sickened close to 600. Cases continue to spread globally, with one identified in Washington state. In response to the evolving outbreak, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is routing U.S  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- New Jersey State Assembly Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Assemblymen Erik Simonsen and Antwan McClellan: With tens of thousands of people planning to travel to Wildwood Tuesday, Assemblymen Erik Simonsen and Antwan McClellan have called on Gov. Phil Murphy's top appointee at the Department of Transportation to reopen Rt. 47 to traffic ahead of President Donald Trump's rally at the Wildwoods Convention Center next week. The assemblymen  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 25 -- New Jersey State Assembly Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Assemblymen Parker Space and Hal Wirths: A bill (S1683/A4267), sponsored Assemblymen Parker Space and Hal Wirths, preventing the illegal dumping of contaminated dirt was signed into law this week. It expands New Jersey's solid waste licensing law to include soil and fill recycling businesses. The bill reflects recommendations stemming from a state investigation that found unscru  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: With the number of all-terrain vehicle (ATV) injuries and fatalities on the rise, the Governor signed legislation (A-5511) into law on Tuesday to enhance penalties for illegally operating a snowmobile, ATV or dirt bike on public streets, highways, and rights-of-way. Under this law, a first offense for illegal operation will result in vehicle impoundment for a minimum of seven days, with subsequent oppo  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: The number of successful claims for compensation made by crime victims has dramatically fallen over the past six years. This decline has brought with it growing concern about the fairness of practices and treatment of individuals by the Victims of Crime Compensation Office (VCCO) and in police departments. Hoping to shine greater light on problem areas and increase the sensitivity of officials dealing   more

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Jan. 23 [TNSsociologyresearch] -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news release: * * * - Consumption of media plays significant role in how different generations think about nuclear weapon detonation on U.S. soil * * * It has been 30 years since the end of the Cold War, yet, on average, Americans still perceive that the odds of a nuclear weapon detonating on U.S. soil is as likely as a coin toss, according to new research from Stevens Institute of Tec  more

CHERRY HILL, New Jersey, Jan. 25 -- TD Bank, a financial services company, issued the following news release: * * * - Top score driven by Convenience, Branch Service and Online Banking * * * TD Bank, America's Most Convenient Bank(R), ranks highest in customer satisfaction among national banks, according to the J.D. Power 2019 U.S. National Banking Satisfaction Study SM. This is the first time TD was evaluated in the study and the bank's first-ever national banking trophy win. "Being recogn  more

CHERRY HILL, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- TD Bank, a financial services company, issued the following news release on Jan. 23: TD's Retail Experience Index survey revealed millennials are likely to make a major purchase in the next six months. The death of retail has been greatly exaggerated as evidenced by TD Bank's Retail Experience Index - a biannual survey that tracks consumers' purchasing habits, focusing on big-ticket items of $500 or more. Spending is up and a surprising generation is drivin  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 15 -- Thomas Edison State University issued the following news release: Reacting to Gov. Phil Murphy's announcement of his talent-based economic development strategy, Jobs NJ: Developing Talent to Grow Business in the Garden State, TESU President Merodie A. Hancock, PhD, said she was pleased to see the Governor's focus on adult students, a core area of the university's expertise, making TESU uniquely qualified to drive success in key areas of the Jobs NJ plan. "Thomas  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: * * * - Measures Prompted by Allegations of Systemic Sexual Abuse & Civil Rights Violations at Edna Mahan Correctional Facility * * * Addressing systemic sexual abuse in New Jersey prisons, three measures sponsored by Assemblywomen Valerie Vainieri Huttle, Yvonne Lopez and Britnee N. Timberlake to set guidelines for in-service training of correctional police officers, establish reporting mechanisms a  more

JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- Verisk, a data analytics provider, issued the following news release: Verisk (Nasdaq:VRSK), a leading data analytics provider, has introduced TrueVIN, a new way for insurers to gain greater insight into detailed physical attributes of vehicles they cover. TrueVIN, the advanced vehicle identification number (VIN) decoder, provides insurers with precise details about how cars and trucks are equipped from the factory, using the complete 17-digit VIN. "A more co  more

BASKING RIDGE, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release on Jan. 23: Synchrony (NYSE: SYF) and Verizon (NYSE: VZ) announced a partnership in which Synchrony will become the exclusive provider of Verizon's co-branded consumer credit card. Together, the companies will launch the first credit card designed specifically for Verizon customers. "We are thrilled to be working with Verizon as they continue to bring innovation t  more

BASKING RIDGE, New Jersey, Jan. 24 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release on Jan. 23: Just 12 years ago, it was a 3G world: apps were in their infancy, mobile gaming was a single player experience, and HD video streaming wasn't a thing. So much about how we use our phones and consume content has changed, but one thing hasn't changed during this time: when it comes to network quality, Verizon is the best. This isn't according to us, but y  more

JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- Verisk, a data analytics provider, issued the following news release: Vexcel Imaging, a leader in aerial imagery data, large-format aerial cameras, and photogrammetry software, signed a definitive agreement to acquire the imagery sourcing group from Verisk's Geomni business. The acquisition will combine Geomni's imagery surveying and content-related teams and assets into Vexcel. Verisk (Nasdaq:VRSK), a leading data analytics provider, will be a minority owner  more

HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Jan. 25 -- John Wiley and Sons issued the following news release: John Wiley & Sons Inc. (NYSE: JW-A) (NYSE: JW-B), a global leader in research and education, will provide free access to all articles related to the coronavirus in support of the outbreak relief efforts in China. Wiley has identified 54 relevant articles. These important pieces of literature will remain free until April 2020 and the window of time will be extended as needed. As new articles are published, th  more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 25 -- New Jersey State Assembly Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Assemblyman Hal Wirths: Under a bill (A6115/S3765) signed into law this week and sponsored by Assemblyman Hal Wirths, limited purpose regional school districts must work with their constituent school districts to coordinate calendars and analyze curriculum in order to facilitate consistency. "This law will ensure schools work together to get students through their education succ  more

PARSIPPANY, New Jersey, Jan. 22 -- Wyndham Hotels and Resorts issued the following news release: Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) announced that it received a perfect score on the 2020 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), a national benchmarking survey and report on practices related to LGBTQ workplace equality, administrated by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRC). The honor marks Wyndham's second consecutive year earning a perfect score on the CEI, designating the company as a Best Place   more

PARSIPPANY, New Jersey, Jan. 23 -- Wyndham Hotels and Resorts issued the following news release on Jan. 22: Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH), the world's largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,200 hotels across 80 countries, reinforced its commitment to help combat human trafficking. At its first global Town Hall event of the year, Wyndham today affirmed its ongoing commitment to support human trafficking awareness and prevention efforts and announced its donation of 1 milli  more