executive orders

On June 15, 2026, Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed an Executive Order directing state agencies to identify hidden charges across industries.
Jun 15, 2026

New Jersey launches crackdown on junk fees

The state is targeting hidden and deceptive charges across industries under a new consumer protection push that includes housing, travel, financial services and ticketing.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill executive orders
Apr 20, 2026

Sherrill makes early moves to cut energy costs, add supply

Gov. Mikie Sherrill signs orders to cut NJ energy costs, freeze rate hikes and expand power supply with solar, storage and gas upgrades.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill | NJ Transit Executive Order No. 16
Mar 25, 2026

Sherrill signs executive order to improve NJ Transit service

The 45-day improvement plan aims to boost safety, cleanliness, accessibility and reliability at the beleaguered agency.

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill's Save You Time and Money Agenda
Feb 18, 2026

Sherrill moves to cut red tape for NJ businesses

Gov. Mikie Sherrill announced progress on her agenda to reduce red tape and speed up business permitting in New Jersey by modernizing state government and improving regulatory processes.

Health care consultation
Feb 17, 2026

Sherrill extends NJ waiver for APNs, PAs 45 days (updated)

The move from Gov. Mikie Sherrill delays new supervisory requirements for advanced practice nurses and physicians assistants for another 45 days, as COVID waivers are set to expire.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill signs Executive Order No. 12
Feb 12, 2026

Sherrill bars ICE from NJ state property, launches portal

Gov. Mikie Sherrill signs an executive order barring ICE from nonpublic NJ state property without a warrant and launches a new reporting portal.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed an executive order Jan. 22, 2026, instituting a 90-day pause on the proposal and adoption of new rules and regulations.
Jan 26, 2026

Sherrill orders 90-day pause on new NJ rules, regulations (updated)

Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed an executive order creating a 90-day pause on new rules and regulations, drawing praise from New Jersey business groups.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill was officially sworn in as New Jersey's 57th governor Jan. 20, 2026.
Jan 26, 2026

Sherrill moves quickly on campaign promises

Mikie Sherrill is sworn in as New Jersey’s 57th governor, pledging to lower costs, freeze utility hikes and push back against Washington.

On Jan. 20, 2026 – her inauguration day – Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed six executive orders.
Jan 21, 2026

Sherrill signs executive orders on ethics rules, permits (updated)

Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed four more executive orders on her first day, addressing government ethics, permitting reform and kids’ online safety.

Mikie Sherrill utility announcement
Jan 20, 2026

Sherrill takes immediate action on rising NJ energy prices

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed executive orders declaring a utility cost emergency to curb rate hikes and expand in-state power.

Firefighter
Apr 23, 2025

Wildfire scorches 12,000 acres in Ocean County

The Jones Road blaze forced the closure of both the parkway and Route 9, as well as a loss of power for 25,000 people. And it could end up being one of the state's largest outbreaks in two decades, according to the commissioner of environmental protection.

New Jersey Chamber of Commerce President Tom Bracken welcomes Gov. Phil Murphy to the ReNew Jersey Business Summit & Expo at Harrah’s Atlantic City.
Oct 30, 2024

New NJ Economic Council sets collaborative forum for business, government

The new initiative will focus on finding solutions to issues important to the public and private sectors while stimulating economic growth and prosperity.