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2019 New Jersey State of the State

Governor Murphy delivered his first State of the State message to the Legislature and the people of New Jersey. His central message was focused on progress made and prospect to create more opportunities for economic improvement and for social progress. Read on...
Spread the Word: Feb. SNAP Benefits to be Distributed Early

The NJ Department of Human Services will be distributing, to qualifying recipients, February Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits (commonly known as Food Stamps) on January 17. These credits must carry recipients through February. Read on...
Governor to Deliver State of the State

On January 15, Governor Phil Murphy will deliver his first State of the State address to a joint session of the New Jersey State Legislature. Read on...

Court Makes Eminent Domain Ruling

The Appellate Division ruled in Borough of Glassboro v. Grossman, et al. that the Local Redevelopment and Housing Law requires the condemning authority to articulate a definitive need for the property when the condemnation is challenged by an owner. Read on...
Comptroller Report on State-Level Tax Incentives Released

The Office of the State Comptroller released a report on the New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s administration of programs meant to increase employment opportunities that gave certain business entities state tax breaks. Read on...
Federal Shutdown Update

As the partial shutdown of Federal agencies and services continues, the impacts on the NJ's citizens and municipalities were felt when over 5,000 NJ-based Federal employees didn't receive a paycheck Jan. 11. Read on...