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NJ commission proposes compassionate release expansion
The New Jersey Criminal Sentencing and Disposition Commission urges lawmakers to expand compassionate release for terminally ill inmates from six months to 18 months.
Reaction pours in after Sherrill signs $60.7B NJ budget
Business groups, lawmakers and advocates react after Gov. Mikie Sherrill signs New Jersey's $60.7 billion FY2027 budget.
Sherrill signs New Jersey’s $60.75B state budget (updated)
Gov. Mikie Sherrill signs New Jersey's $60.75B state budget, funding property tax relief, schools and affordability initiatives.
NJ lawmakers advance $60.75B budget after rare Sunday session
New Jersey lawmakers advanced the $60.75 billion FY2027 budget following a rare Sunday session and setting up final votes before the June 30 deadline.
NJ leaders reach deal on $60.7B budget plan
With the June 30 deadline approaching, Gov. Sherrill and legislative leaders have reached a deal on a $60.7 billion New Jersey state budget, restoring some Stay NJ funding and tax relief.
NJ lobbying spending tops $110M for 1st time
Totals hit $110.6 million in 2025, driven by battles over the state budget, healthcare and tax policy.
NJ FY27 budget hearing highlights business tax concerns
Lawmakers heard testimony this week on Gov. Mikie Sherrill's proposed $60.7 billion spending plan for fiscal year 2027. Business groups raised concerns over tax proposals, employers costs and fiscal growth.
Sherrill $60.7B budget: key quotes and legislative reactions
Democratic and Republican lawmakers respond to Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s first state budget, debating taxes, spending and reforms.
Sherrill warns of $3B structural deficit ahead of NJ budget
Gov. Mikie Sherrill warns of a looming $3 billion structural deficit despite a $7.2 billion surplus, urging cost savings over tax hikes.
Sherrill faces tough decisions in first NJ budget
Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill will inherit a $58.8 billion spending plan, a structural deficit and looming federal funding cuts. NJBIZ spoke with the incoming leader, experts and lawmakers for more insight.
NJ lawmakers advance single-use utensil, synthetic dye bills
During the lame duck session, legislators are targeting bills on single-use utensils and synthetic food dyes, alongside a craft beverage promotion measure.
Lawmakers push $25M lifeline to keep Heights University Hospital open
The move aims to prevent layoffs, service cuts and preserve critical care options in Jersey City.
