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July 2, 2022

New Jersey Politics

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N.J. enacts protections for out-of-state residents seeking abortions as it becomes a ‘safe haven’

Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation that will prevent extradition of people who assist someone getting an abortion in N.J. because it is illegal in their home state.

By Susan K. Livio | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com and Matt Arco | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Murphy signs laws expanding N.J. child care options, creating new child tax credit

The governor also signed several bills that would reduce the number of people who regularly experience hunger

By Susan K. Livio | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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N.J. panel will soon release weed rules to determine if workers are high on the job

The state Cannabis Regulatory Commission said workplace impairment rules are "imminent."

By Suzette Parmley | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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N.J. lawmakers OK less testing, more money for schools as they finish their session

After considering almost 200 bills before its summer break, the state Legislature on Wednesday passed a number of education-related measures, many addressing needs caused by the pandemic.

By Tina Kelley | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Murphy blasts ‘tragic’ Supreme Court ruling on EPA and vows N.J. action to combat climate crisis

Gov. Phil Murphy said Thursday's decision “threatens to exacerbate climate change while severely impacting the health of Americans across the country.”

By Matt Arco | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com and Brent Johnson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Bill to legalize ‘magic mushrooms’ in N.J. rolled out by Senate president

State Senate President Nicholas Scutari unveiled a 50-page psilocybin bill that would make the psychedelic drug legal for adults to treat mental health disorders.

By Suzette Parmley | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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