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03/3/2021
Governor Also Announces Overnight Camps Can Resume for Summer Season03/3/2021
Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation (S2545) to establish specific rights and protections for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, undesignated/non-binary, questioning, queer, and intersex (LGBTQI+) older adults and HIV-positive residents of long-term care facilities.03/2/2021
Governor Phil Murphy today joined New Jersey’s Age-Friendly Statewide Leadership Summit to highlight key investments that benefit New Jersey’s senior citizens in his Fiscal Year 2022 (FY2022) budget proposal.03/1/2021
03/1/2021
03/1/2021
The Advisory Group’s objective is to advise the Health Care Affordability Interagency Workgroup, Chaired by the Director of the Office of Health Care Affordability and Transparency, Shabnam Salih, on the development and implementation of health care cost growth benchmarks.03/1/2021
Expansion Includes Educators, Childcare Workers, Transportation Workers, and Other Frontline Essential Workers and High-Risk Groups02/26/2021
02/26/2021
02/26/2021
Press Pool Coverage02/26/2021
Ten Community-Based Vaccination Sites Will Vaccinate Over 34,000. ResidentsNew Sites Located in Camden, Jersey City, Newark, Orange, and Pleasantville02/26/2021
Fulfilling his promise to make tuition-free community college a reality, Governor Phil Murphy today signed A4410, permanently establishing the Community College Opportunity Grant Program (CCOG), which will allow qualified students to attend any New Jersey community college without tuition or educational fees.02/25/2021
02/25/2021
Maria Del Cid, William Wallace, and Sam Delgado to be Appointed to the CRC, Joining Commission Chair Dianna Houenou and Krista Nash02/25/2021
FY2022 budget would invest $18.1 billion in New Jersey’s public schools. Budget would increase K-12 education aid by $578 million and increase pre-K funding by $50 million02/24/2021
02/24/2021
Press Pool Coverage02/24/2021
Second Round of Governor’s Emergency Education Relief (GEER II) Funds to Address Challenges Exacerbated by Pandemic02/24/2021
The Council, which was established under Executive Order No. 221, will be overseen by the Office of Climate Action and the Green Economy, and serve to develop a blueprint for expanding the green economy and building a diverse workforce to support the Administration’s clean energy and climate goals.02/23/2021
02/23/2021
Press Pool Coverage02/23/2021
Proposal Includes First Full Pension Payment in More than 25 Years, Highest Level of School Funding Ever, Robust Tax Relief, and a $200 Million Small Business Relief Initiative02/23/2021
Remarks as Prepared for Delivery02/23/2021
Peter Barnes III proudly continued his family’s legacy of service – a legacy which began with his father, the legendary FBI agent and longtime Assemblyman for whom we was named.02/22/2021
02/22/2021
“This law will allow for more hospitals to provide angioplasty services and ensure that those living in lesser populated areas of state are still able to take advantage of these preventative measures.”02/22/2021
Additionally, limited spectators will be allowed at collegiate sporting events, mirroring last week’s announcement on youth sporting events.02/22/2021
“The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory, Enforcement Assistance, and Marketplace Modernization Act”) and decriminalizing marijuana and hashish possession (A1897). The Governor also signed S3454, clarifying marijuana and cannabis use and possession penalties for individuals younger than 21 years old.02/21/2021
“Tammy and I were extremely saddened to learn of the passing of Senator Gerry Cardinale, a true public servant,” - Governor Murphy.02/20/2021
02/19/2021
“I’m incredibly proud that the Senate has unanimously confirmed Dr. Brian Bridges as the next Secretary of Higher Education.02/19/2021
02/19/2021
02/19/2021
Governor Phil Murphy clarified the procedure for conducting school and fire district elections in municipalities where they will occur simultaneously on April 20th. Through this executive order, these municipalities will be able reconcile the differences with regard to ballot, location, and hours for each respective election.02/19/2021
Governor Phil Murphy and New Jersey Department of Education (DOE) Acting Commissioner Dr. Angelica Allen-McMillan today announced “The Road Forward,” a series of coordinated policy initiatives that dramatically expand the Administration’s efforts to identify and address the academic and mental health impacts of COVID-19 on New Jersey students and educators.02/18/2021
02/18/2021
Governor Phil Murphy’s Fiscal Year 2022 Budget Address will stream online and via social media at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 23, 2021, reaffirming the Governor’s vision for a stronger, fairer, and more resilient economy as we emerge from the pandemic.02/17/2021
02/17/2021
“Extending the public health emergency allows the Department of Health to continue its vaccination efforts, including prioritizing high-risk individuals, promoting adequate staffing at vaccination sites, and overseeing second dose administration,” - Governor Phil Murphy.02/17/2021
Getting the Gateway Program done is of critical importance to our economic future and to the lives of the thousands of commuters who deserve safe and modern infrastructure.02/17/2021
Project Would Ultimately Replace the Existing Facility with an Expanded Multi-Purpose Transit Center02/16/2021
Governor Murphy Establishes Office of Climate Action and the Green Economy, Creates New Jersey Council on the Green Economy02/12/2021
02/12/2021
02/12/2021
15,000 Residents to be Vaccinated in March in Houses of Worship and Community Sites02/12/2021
Executive Order No. 220, enables indoor and outdoor youth sporting events to allow parents or guardians to attend practices or competitions.02/11/2021
02/10/2021
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02/9/2021
For 2020 Tax Season, PPP Loans Will Be Tax Exempt and Expenses Will Be Tax Deductible02/9/2021
02/8/2021
Governor Phil Murphy today announced that health insurance signups through New Jersey’s new state-based marketplace surpassed the Open Enrollment Period for the previous two years in New Jersey02/8/2021
02/8/2021
Governor Phil Murphy today highlighted two programs that will support the transformation of contaminated brownfields into vibrant community assets.02/5/2021
02/5/2021
02/5/2021
Governor Phil Murphy today signed legislation that will expand opportunities for outdoor dining in New Jersey.02/4/2021
02/4/2021
I am grateful to Attorney General Grewal for taking swift action and filing criminal charges in the wake of the horrifying incident at Edna Mahan on January 11, which resulted in severe injury to several inmates. - Governor Murphy02/4/2021
Governor Phil Murphy, Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver, First Lady Tammy Murphy, and New Jersey Department of Children and Families Commissioner Christine Norbut Beyer today launched New Jersey’s first Adverse Childhood Experiences Action Plan, a comprehensive statewide strategy to prevent and reduce childhood trauma and adversity.02/3/2021
02/3/2021
Executive Order Also Ends Statewide 10 p.m. Curfew for In-Person Indoor Restaurant Service, and Adjusts Gathering Limits for Religious and Political Activities, Wedding Ceremonies, Funerals, and Memorial Services02/2/2021
Medicaid Now Covers Doula Care & has Increased Payments to Certified Nurse Midwives Medicaid Will No Longer Pay for Non-Medically Necessary Early Elective Deliveries02/2/2021
The program, which has already allocated $10 million to roughly 1,000 businesses, assists small business owners impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.02/1/2021
New Jersey will remain under a state of emergency in response to the winter storm.02/1/2021
01/31/2021
All NJ TRANSIT buses, rail (except Atlantic City Rail Line), light rail and Access Link service will be temporarily suspended systemwide for the entire service day on Monday, February 1st due to the significant expected impacts of the snow storm. Service is suspended out of an abundance of caution for the safety of NJ TRANSIT customers and employees.01/31/2021
State Offices Closed on Monday, February 1st for Non-Weather Essential Personnel All Six Vaccine Mega-Sites Closed Monday Due To Winter Storm NJ TRANSIT Will Temporarily Suspend All Service on Monday Except Atlantic City Rail Line Which Will Operate On A Regular Weekday Schedule01/29/2021
01/29/2021
“It is essential that we shine a light on the devastation of human trafficking and I am proud to enact legislation that will strengthen our mission to raise public awareness surrounding this pervasive issue,” - Governor Murphy.01/29/2021
The states previously announced a regional suspension through at least January 31, 2021 due to coronavirus outbreaks associated with the conduct of interstate youth hockey activities.01/29/2021
Today, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, Maine Governor Janet Mills, Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo, New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu, Vermont Governor Phil Scott, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, and Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker announced an extension of the suspension of interstate youth hockey competitions for public and private schools and youth hockey leagues through at least March 31, 2021.01/29/2021
01/28/2021
Following the Biden Administration’s health care action today, Governor Phil Murphy announced the State is extending the health insurance enrollment period for uninsured residents to sign up for coverage through Get Covered New Jersey, the state’s official health insurance marketplace, in response to the coronavirus pandemic.01/28/2021
Order Directs Department of Banking and Insurance to Develop Plans for Health Care Cost Growth Benchmarks and Health Insurance Affordability Standards and Establishes Health Care Affordability Groups01/28/2021
Project Marks Major Milestone in Environmental Justice by Expanding Access to Renewable Energy As Part of the Governor’s Commitment to 100 Percent Clean Energy by 205001/27/2021
01/27/2021
“I am sickened by the horrific reports of what happened at Edna Mahan on January 11. Let me be clear: every individual in state custody deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, and we must always remember that female inmates have long been uniquely vulnerable to abuse.”01/26/2021
01/26/2021
01/25/2021
Governor Murphy Signs Executive Order on Petition Requirements for Upcoming Elections, Including the June Primary Election01/25/2021
01/25/2021
This first-of-its-kind strategy will make New Jersey the safest and most equitable place in the nation to deliver and raise a baby.01/22/2021
01/22/2021
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01/21/2021
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01/20/2021
Governor Phil Murphy today announced that Paul R. Rodríguez, Director of the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, will be departing from his role and joining the Biden-Harris Administration.01/19/2021
01/19/2021
01/18/2021
The 103-year-old woman who last month became New Jersey’s first nursing home resident to receive a COVID-19 vaccine got her second and final shot Monday morning with Gov. Phil Murphy looking on.01/15/2021
01/15/2021
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01/15/2021
Press Pool Coverage: Governor Murphy Launches Middlesex County Megasite at the New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center in Edison01/14/2021
“President-elect Biden continues to show he understands that this moment calls us to bold leadership. Getting ourselves in front of this pandemic – and staying there – cannot be done piecemeal and it cannot be done through austerity. It requires bold and equitable investment in our people, in our states, and in our common future.01/14/2021
President & CEO Kevin Corbett Signs Full Funding Grant Agreement01/13/2021
01/13/2021
Remarks from Governor Murphy's Tribute to Senator Weinberg at Today's Press Briefing01/12/2021
LaTourette, currently the Department’s Deputy Commissioner, takes the helm from Catherine R. McCabe, who will retire from public service on January 15... .01/13/2021
Individuals Ages 16-64 with Certain Medical Conditions Also Eligible Beginning January 1401/12/2021
01/12/2021
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the address was pre-recorded without an audience at the Patriots Theater at the Trenton War Memorial and streamed on the Governor’s official social media channels01/11/2021
01/11/2021
“Today’s executive order will provide sensible adjustments to support our school districts during this unprecedented time.” - Governor Murphy.01/11/2021
01/11/2021
01/10/2021
Copy of Executive Order No. 21301/9/2021
01/8/2021
01/8/2021
“Tammy and I send our deepest condolences to Officer Sicknick’s family and friends, as well as to his United States Capitol Police colleagues and the Guardsmen and Guardswomen he served alongside. We thank him for his service to our nation. ..."01/8/2021
01/8/2021
Morris County Regional Vaccination Center Now Open to Frontline Health Care Workers, Police and Fire First Responders01/7/2021
01/7/2021
As New Jersey continues to scale up its statewide vaccination program, the Murphy Administration today reminded New Jerseyans that the COVID-19 vaccine will be available without cost sharing barriers.01/7/2021
Governor Phil Murphy today signed into law the landmark New Jersey Economic Recovery Act of 2020, which will provide economic support for small businesses, while propelling New Jersey’s economic recovery and growth for much of the next decade.01/7/2021
01/7/2021
01/6/2021
01/6/2021
This is the second school district to be withdrawn from state control under the Murphy Administration. The State Board of Education returned full local control to Newark Public Schools in July 2020.01/5/2021
01/5/2021
NJ TRANSIT Maintains Critical Training of Locomotive Engineers throughout Pandemic to Improve Safety and Reliability for Customers01/4/2021
To continue supporting our small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Phil Murphy today signed A-4853/S-3011 to reduce businesses' UI contribution rate for a period of time.01/4/2021
01/4/2021
01/4/2021
Press Pool CoverageCentral point of information on COVID-19 federal fund allocations, programs, awards, and expenditures by federal awarding agency, State Department, and State program.
Governor Phil Murphy announced his vision, “The Road Back: Restoring Economic Health Through Public Health,”to restart New Jersey and put the state on the road to recovery.
In New Jersey, it’s the law to have health insurance. Check out your options and enroll today! Visit GetCovered.NJ.gov to get started
Statewide awareness campaign that is committed to reducing infant and maternal mortality and morbidity for mothers and infants of all ethnic groups.
200+ acre transformative, hub-style marshalling and manufacturing port project that will serve offshore wind projects in New Jersey and the Mid-Atlantic.
Learn about the exciting initiatives and activities taking place in New Jersey to leverage one of the state's most valuable assets - it's diversity.
The Opportunity Zones program is designed to drive long-term capital investments into low-income rural and urban communities.
The State Health Benefits Plan (SHBP) and the School Employees’ Health Benefits Plan (SEHBP) together cover over 800,000 active and retired members in New Jersey.