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New Jersey's 57-member Assembly Democratic Majority Caucus. Advocating for progress, equality, and justice. #NewJersey #Democrats #NJ

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A little #DollyParton magic could be arriving in New Jersey. A bill sponsored by Asm. @BillMoen advanced out of committee to bring Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to NJ, providing a free book every month to enrolled children under five. Now that's a story worth sharing! 📖
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Aiming to Expand Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to New Jersey, Moen Bill Advances in Committee

The Imagination Library, first established by Dolly Parton in 1995, is dedicated to inspiring a love of reading by providing free books to children from birth to age five(TRENTON) - “Every book

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Legislation sponsored by Assemblyman Gary Schaer advanced in committee recently that would expand a program statewide connecting public defender clients with support for mental health, addiction, housing, and employment challenges. @opd_nj
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By helping people address these issues, the program works to reduce repeat offenses and break the cycle of involvement in the criminal justice system.
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NJ Assembly Democrats retweeted
NJHumanServices@NJDHSOct 20
💳Remember to activate your card right away to keep using your #SNAP/WFNJ benefits. 🔗Activate your card on NJFamiliesFirst.gov or on the ConnectEBT app.
An EBT card which shows tomatoes on a vine

ALT An EBT card which shows tomatoes on a vine

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NJ Assembly Democrats retweeted
NJ Dept of Treasury@NJTreasuryOct 20
Seniors: need assistance filing for property tax relief? Our Division of Taxation may be hosting in-person filing events near you! Check out this week's events and future sessions nj.gov/treasury/taxation/pro…
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One application, three property tax relief programs and help from the experts! Assemblymen Stanley and Karabinchak hosted residents at the Edison Municipal Complex for a PAS-1 filing event, where @nj_taxation helped residents apply for ANCHOR, Senior Freeze and Stay NJ.
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These events make it easier for residents to get answers, complete their applications, and access property tax relief. Don't forget: The deadline to apply is November 2. nj.gov/treasury/taxation/rel…
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Ever stood at the airport check-in counter and wondered whether your suitcase really weighs as much as the scale says? Legislation advanced out of committee would require annual inspections of baggage scales at certain New Jersey airports, with the results made public.
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To learn more about this legislation, visit assemblydems.com/m/newsflash…

Calabrese Bill Advances to Protect Air Travelers from Inaccurate Baggage Scales

(TRENTON) – An inaccurate baggage scale at the airport can mean unexpected fees and unnecessary frustration for travelers. Reports of inaccurate baggage scales at Newark Liberty International Air

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NJ needs more nurses & preparing the next gen starts with investing in their education. Asw. Park, Asw. Swain & Asm. Tully joined @RamapoCollegeNJ for the opening of its nursing lab made possible in part by State funding they helped secure to expand the college’s nursing program.
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The impact of this investment will reach far beyond the classroom, into the hospitals and communities where these future nurses will serve.
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Today, @AsmMacurdy testified before the Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee on a package of bills addressing AI transparency, accountability, and public safety.
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His proposals would require disclosure of certain AI-generated images, establish penalties for harmful activity by generative AI platforms, including the exploitation of children, and require certain AI developers to share information with the Attorney General.
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Workers who earn tips should know how their tips are handled and shared. Legislation advanced in committee today to require employers to explain how tips are divided, show credit card and other electronic tips on pay statements, and provide information about workers' rights.
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When you have a conversation with an AI chatbot, what happens to the info you share? Legislation sponsored by @Cody_D_Miller, Marisa Sweeney & @JoeDanielsen17 advanced out of committee this morning to strengthen privacy protections and hold AI chatbot companies accountable.
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Under A5607, chatbot providers would be prohibited from selling your conversations, using your chat history to target you with ads, or using your conversations to train AI without your explicit consent.
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NJ Assembly Democrats retweeted
Assemblywoman Heather Simmons@AswSimmonsOct 19
A day in Trenton is about more than voting on bills. The real work starts long before any vote, and includes research and conversations with fellow legislators, the Governor’s and stakeholders. #LD3 #SouthJersey #CommunityFirst #PublicService #PeopleOverPolitics
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Asw. Donlon recently hosted a PAS-1 filing event in her hometown of Ocean Township, bringing representatives from @nj_taxation directly into the community to help residents apply for ANCHOR, Senior Freeze & Stay NJ. Remember, the deadline to apply is two weeks away: November 2.
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Today, 10/19, you can listen to Assembly Committee live proceedings at njleg.state.nj.us/live-proce…
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