governors

Gov. Phil Murphy delivers his final state of the state address in Trenton on Jan. 13, 2026.
Jan 13, 2026

Murphy reflects on legacy in final State of the State

Term-limited Gov. Phil Murphy looks back on eight years in office, touting economic gains and a stronger, fairer New Jersey.

Gov. Phil Murphy delivers the State of the State Address in the Assembly Chambers in Trenton on Jan. 14, 2025.
Jan 6, 2026

Murphy to deliver final State of the State Jan. 13

Gov. Phil Murphy will close out eight years in office ahead of Mikie Sherrill's inauguration Jan. 20. "As we approach the end of our journey, this much is clear: our state’s future has never been brighter."

On June 5, 2025, Gov. Phil Murphy was joined by other state officials to announce energy bill relief at the New Jersey Economic Development Authority's headquarters in Newark.
Jul 24, 2025

PJM region governors to hold energy reform conference

State leaders within the regional transmission organization's operating area will convene in Philadelphia in September to address grid reliability, electricity costs and governance updates.

From left, former governors James Florio, Donald DiFrancesco, James McGreevey and Richard Codey at the 2020 State of the State address in Trenton.
Jun 4, 2024

New FDU Poll examines Murphy approval, past NJ governor performances

This republican leader earned the highest marks, with 86% of respondents who were in New Jersey during his tenure saying he did a good job.