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January 22, 2022

New Jersey Politics

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Feds clear the way for Gateway Tunnel project to get billions in funding

Federal Transit Administration officials raised the Gateway Tunnel project's rating, making it eligible for federal funds to build two new Hudson River rail tunnels and rehabilitate the existing 11-year old tunnels.

By Larry Higgs | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Amtrak is reducing service, including on Northeast Corridor serving N.J. Here’s why.

Service cuts will remain in effect through March 27.

By Jonathan D. Salant | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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N.J. announces $1 billion plan to upgrade water infrastructure

The issue gained traction in recent years because of elevated lead levels in Newark's water.

By Brent Johnson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Anti-abortion N.J. congressman tells rally he has ‘fresh hope’ as Supreme Court prepares to rule

Rep. Chris Smith spoke at the 49th annual March for Life in Washington.

By Jonathan D. Salant | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Early release of prisoners will continue under Murphy’s latest public health emergency

More than 5,000 prisoners were released under the law enacted in the early months of the pandemic.

By Joe Atmonavage | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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N.J. environmentalists go to court to force Murphy administration to adopt climate change standards

Gov. Phil Murphy signed an order in November to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 50% by 2030.

By Brent Johnson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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