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March is #WomensHistoryMonth. Although we have made progress in women's representation, there is still a long way to go. Here are the historic turning points for #WomensRepresentation. #WomenInPolitics #Feminism
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$1 billion - with a B - in additional school aid funding in 2024.
Today @AsmRoyFreiman & @sadafjaffer joined @GovMurphy in announcing historic levels of school aid in our next budget.
Because creating a strong educational foundation for our children is critically important.
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REMINDER: Voter intimidation is against the law and has no place in our democracy.
If you experience any issues while trying to cast your ballot today, please contact @866OURVOTE.
ALT Every voter has the right to cast their ballot free from any threat or intimidation.
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🏡Affordable Housing Production Fund
🏡ANCHOR Property Tax Relief Program
🏡Down Payment Assistance
🏡Affordable Housing Trust Fund
Our 2023 budget sets forth a truly historic investment for housing in our state.
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Research shows that formal training and mentorship programs are important for women to get involved. @sadafjaffer @WPCNJ
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From her pioneering work at @RutgersLaw to decades on our nation’s highest court, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a warrior for equality and justice. On her birthday, let us honor her memory by keeping up the fight for equality for all!
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Today is #EqualPayDay and while the data *looks* like the wage gap closed for some women, that's not the whole story.
We know that millions of jobs were lost and many people left the workforce altogether in 2020. But still, the wage gap persists.
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Women are brilliant.
Women are boundless.
Women are resilient.
Let us celebrate #WomensHistoryMonth by honoring the contributions of all women throughout New Jersey and across the world.
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Happy #BlackHistoryMonth!
There are so many influential black figures that have shaped our history and continue to make an impact in our region, state, and nation. This month we are highlighting a few of South Jersey's prominent black officials and leaders.
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Today’s historic legislation affirms the dignity and bodily autonomy of EVERY New Jerseyan. Residents will remain in control of their reproductive choices. Period. Full stop.
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For the first time ever, the US quarter features a Black woman.
Maya Angelou, legendary American poet and civil rights activist, is being honored on the "tails" side of the coin, as part of the American Women Quarters Program.
ALT Maya Angelou on US quarter as part of the American Women Quarters Program.
ALT Maya Angelou, November 3, 1971, with her autobiography "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings."
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Assembly Advances Three Bills Aimed to Improve Mental Health Services in K-12 Schools: bit.ly/3peEsCI
Sponsored by @LouGreenwald, @pamlampitt1, @RajMukherji, @asmverrelli & @SSpeight4NJ
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We've seen far too many school shooting tragedies in this nation & the sad reality is we must prepare our students for the worst.
By utilizing trauma-informed approaches in safety drills & by providing clear messaging following a drill, we can prevent undue trauma on students.
Assembly Panel Advances @Lampitt, @LouGreenwald & @AsmRalphCaputo Bill to Ensure Student Well-Being During School Security Drills: bit.ly/31U1KVx
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Yesterday, I was proud to see that my bill was voted on, and passed through the legislature that will give 80,000 families who make under $150,000 a tax credit for child care.
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As we celebrate #RosaParksDay today, we commemorate the quiet strength of Rosa Parks who integrated the Montgomery Bus system. We thank you for your sacrifices and your dedication to the Civil Rights Movement.
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Small business means BIG IMPACT for our US Economy. Support local businesses, today and all throughout the year.
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Happy Veterans Day!
To all of our military women and men who have served this nation, thank you for your service. It is your selfless sacrifice that safeguards the many freedoms afforded to us as Americans!
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It is critical that those experiencing mental health crisis are connected with the support they need as quickly as possible. This law will ensure that students have that support right at their fingertips. Knowing that help is available can prevent a tragedy.
Now Law: @pamlampitt1, @herbconaway & @valerie_huttle Bill to Require Certain Student ID Cards to Include Suicide Prevention Hotline: bit.ly/3F0HcJ4
