Governor Sherrill Acts Swiftly, Signs Six Executive Orders on First Day in Office

New Jersey’s 57th governor, Mikie Sherrill, launched her administration with a flurry of activity, signing six executive orders on January 20, 2026. The actions taken at both the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) in Newark and later in Trenton address pressing issues ranging from soaring utility costs to children’s online safety and governmental transparency. The swift action signals a commitment to enacting change from day one.