regulatory reform

Laptop in office
Jul 20, 2026

NJDOT to make Major Access Permitting fully digital

The New Jersey Department of Transportation will make Major Access Permitting fully digital July 30, streamlining approvals through a new e-permitting system.

Shot overlooking NJ wetlands with blue skies, white clouds and an egret in the water
Jun 25, 2026

NJDEP: Operation FAST cuts wetlands backlog by 42%

NJDEP says Operation FAST has cut its freshwater wetlands backlog by 42%, speeding reviews and reducing project delays.

Electricity
May 12, 2026

NJBPU launches sweeping utility reform review

The process could reshape electric rates, operator profits and customer costs as the state seeks to offer stability for customers amid rising energy demand.

Permitting Dashboard pilot program
May 1, 2026

Sherrill launches NJ permitting dashboard pilot

The scalable tool aims to streamline approvals and boost transparency with a whole of government approach to speed housing, energy and business projects across the Garden State.

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherrill's Save You Time and Money Agenda
Apr 30, 2026

NJDEP launches Operation FAST to speed permitting

The Sherrill administration is making moves to break permitting bottlenecks, introducing an initiative that aims to streamline operations, cut delays and boost transparency in the process.

Snow prep
Mar 9, 2026

Business leaders praise Sherrill for early outreach efforts

Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s first weeks in office feature regulatory reform, energy action and outreach to New Jersey businesses.

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.