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Comment Period for Police Licensing Rules Closing Soon

The comment period for rules proposed by the New Jersey Police Training Commission to implement the new statewide police licensing program ends on June 16. The League intends to submit comments and is interested in hearing feedback from our members. Read on...
Inland Flood Protection Rules to Take Effect in July

Governor Murphy announced this week that the NJDEP is set to adopt Inland Flood Protection Rules. After much comment and public debate, the rules will be published in the New Jersey Register in July and become effective upon their publication. Read on...
“Give It Back” Property Tax Relief Plan

Senators O’Scanlon & Testa have introduced the “Give It Back” property tax relief plan appropriating $3 billion to municipalities. Read on...
Speaker Coughlin Testifies on Stay NJ Bill Package

On June 8, Assembly Speaker Coughlin testified before the Assembly Aging and Senior Services Committee about the "Stay NJ" property tax relief plan. The initiative focuses on senior property taxes, healthcare insurance, and prescription drugs. Read on...
Christmas Tree Bonfire Bill Advances

On Thursday, the Assembly State and Local Government Committee advanced A-4560, legislation that would allow municipalities to conduct an annual event for the open burning of Christmas trees. Read on...
Bill Limiting Review of Wireless Facilities Approved by Committee

On Monday, the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee amended and favorably reported A-4376, a bill that would further weaken already sparse local oversight of the collocation of wireless equipment in the local right of way. Read on...
Ask Your Legislator to Join Energy Tax Receipt Budget Resolutions

Senator Greenstein and Assemblyman DeAngelo are sponsoring budget resolutions to fully restore the over $330 million in Energy Tax Receipts Property Tax Relief Fund. Read on...
Human Services Department Hosts Opioid Settlement Funds Webinar

Opioid settlement funds are being distributed to municipalities. With these funds come opportunities for unique and innovative programs and spending methods to help curb the impact of opioid addiction on our families and in our communities. Read on...
Assembly Speaker Coughlin announces Stay NJ Bill Package

On May 25, Assembly Speaker Coughlin unveiled the "Stay NJ" property tax relief plan, a comprehensive initiative designed to alleviate property taxes for seniors while also addressing the affordability of healthcare insurance and prescription drugs. Read on...
Ask Your Legislator to Join Energy Tax Receipt Budget Resolutions

Senator Greenstein and Assemblyman DeAngelo are sponsoring budget resolutions to fully restore the over $330 million in Energy Tax Receipts Property Tax Relief Fund. Read on...

Legislative Guide: Your Voice in Trenton (PDF)

A guide to the legislative process, the League's priorities and plans for the year, the League's role in the process and how to become more involved. Published by New Jersey State League of Municipalities.

League Legislative Committee

View the members and representatives of League Legislative Committee.

Legislative Bulletin

Bulletins published by the League outlining the League's position on bills important to municipalities.

Conference Resolutions

Take a look at Annual Conference Resolutions.

Legislative Backgrounder: The Town Crier

A legislative blog providing detailed background information on legislation affecting New Jersey's municipalities.

Legislative & Municipal Officials Testimony

Through the years the League of Municipalities has stood up for New Jersey Municipalities by testifying before legislative committees on important bills under consideration by the legislature.