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NJSPL Policy Fellow Linda Stamato published a new op-ed in NJ Spotlight News discussing the anniversary of 9/11 attacks and the importance of continuing to fund the World Trade Center Health Program.

NJSPL Research Affiliate Will Irving was quoted in a recent article from NJ Spotlight News discussing the state of the economy and job market in New Jersey.

Public Administration Gov. Murphy Signs New Law Establishing Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Military Affairs – On September 11th, Governor Phil Murphy signed a law creating a standalone, cabinet-level New Jersey Department of Veterans Affairs. Previously, veterans’ services, including housing, health care, and benefits, were handled under a combined department, Military & Veterans Affairs, which […]

NJSPL Research Affiliate Will Irving was interviewed by Barbara Flanagan during an NJ Spotlight News segment discussing current state of New Jersey’s weakening job market.

Education and Public Administration Gov. Murphy Signs Bills Strengthening Worker Protections and Labor Education in Public Schools – On September 3rd, Governor Phil Murphy signed two bills into law intended to strengthen workers’ rights and education within New Jersey. The first bill, A1682/S1054, adds new requirements to the state’s Student Learning Standards for Social Studies […]

NJSPL Research Affiliate Thomas Dallessio was interviewed alongside colleagues Michelle Byers and Greg Romano discussing open space preservation on the WBRNJ Local Impact program.

Environment Governor Murphy Signs Bill to Boost Renewable Energy Generation and Capacity – On August 22nd, Governor Phil Murphy signed two bills aimed at expanding renewable energy generation in the state. Bill S4530 directs the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to register an additional 3,000 megawatts of solar capacity, while Bill A5267 establishes a $1 […]

The most recent R/ECON economic forecast was cited in a new article from NJ Spotlight News examining the current state of the economy in New Jersey.

Economics Governor Murphy Signs Bill Creating $500 Million Manufacturing Tax Credit Program – On August 13th, Governor Phil Murphy signed Bill A5687 into law, establishing the “Next New Jersey Manufacturing Program,” a $500 million initiative designed to strengthen manufacturing in the state. The program will provide tax credits to eligible businesses in advanced manufacturing, defense, […]

Professor Will Irving spoke at the New Jersey State House on Monday, August 18th discussing the latest R/ECON economic forecast for the state of New Jersey and beyond. This event was hosted by the New Jersey State Policy Lab, the Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy, and Rutgers Government Relations as part of the […]

Last week, the New Jersey State Policy Lab’s most recent cohort of summer interns presented on their respective areas of public policy research on August 6th, and the recordings of these presentations are now available. At the beginning of the summer, each NJSPL intern selected a public policy topic in order to research and study […]

Health New Law Expands Access to Disability Benefits for 9/11 First Responders – On July 23rd, Governor Phil Murphy signed Bill A5381 (P.L.2025, c.117) into law, removing the filing deadline for accidental disability allowances for 9/11 first responders. Supporting lawmakers say the change eliminates barriers to compensation for those with long-term health complications linked to […]