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Keeping New Jersey Informed. NJ SEED's weekly curated digest, received by members of the NJ Legislature, the NJ Congressional Delegation and key members of the Administration.

August 23, 2023 · pressofatlanticcity.com

With Signs of Democratic Skepticism on Wind Power, Local Mayors Renew Push

NJ SEED: Senate President Scutari and Assembly Speaker Coughlin are calling on BPU to disclose economic impact information related to the...

August 23, 2023 · njspotlightnews.org

NJ Transit Engineer Strike Still Looms as Judge Declines Request for Injunction

NJ SEED: Interesting to note in light of the recently announced "Outstanding Transportation System" award that the system is faced with a crippling...

August 23, 2023 · njspotlightnews.org

Toms River Group Rejects Ciba-Geigy Cleanup Settlement

NJ SEED: This has been one of the longest continuing battles between the community and a major chemical company responsible for the leakage of toxic...

August 23, 2023 · nj.gov

Governor Murphy Signs Legislation to Safeguard New Jersey Consumers Against Unfair Credit Card Surcharges

NJ SEED: Perhaps the legislature and administration should take a closer look at the transaction fee issue. It may not be the merchants who are...

August 16, 2023 · nj.gov

Governor Murphy Speaks at Memorial Service for Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver

August 16, 2023 · washingtonpost.com

The Future of East Coast Wind Power Could Ride on This Jersey Beach Town

NJ SEED: The battle to deter the construction of some 31 Wind Farms containing nearly 100 skyscraper-sized wind turbines on each “farm” is a fight...

August 16, 2023 · njspotlightnews.org

NJ Joins Legal Battle Over Interstate Pipeline

NJ SEED: NJ opponents opposed to a reasonable balance of energy sources claim the state has sufficient natural gas (aka clean energy) to last until...

August 16, 2023 · patch.com

Worst States To Drive In America: See NJ's Place On The List

NJ SEED: Those who have driven in other states might suggest some alternative candidates for the distinguished honor of “Worst State in Which to...

August 16, 2023 · njspotlightnews.org

White Township Warehouse Developer Wins a Few More Weeks to File Amended Plan

August 16, 2023 · njspotlightnews.org

Who Will Control New Jersey’s Ports Now That The State Has withdrawn From Waterfront Commission?

NJ SEED: With over 80% of all cargo moving through the New York Harbor passing through terminals located in New Jersey, it would seem obvious who...

August 8, 2023 · nj.gov

Governor Murphy and Oliver Family Announce Official New Jersey State Funeral for the Honorable Lieutenant Governor Sheila Y. Oliver

August 8, 2023 · usnews.com

4 New Offshore Wind Power Projects Proposed for New Jersey Shore; 2 Would Be Far Out to Sea

NJ SEED: Should multiple wind “ranches” appear off the coast of NJ, even for those not visible from shore, they will have an impact on commercial...

August 8, 2023 · insidernj.com

It’s National New Jersey Day – What Do You Want from Me?

NJ SEED: The day of recognition was started by Marlo Anderson, founder of The National Day Calendar, in 2009. The state has many glorious moments to...

August 8, 2023 · northjersey.com

When Phil Murphy Is Out of State, Here Is the Line of Succession for Acting Governor

NJ SEED: The office of Lt. Governor was recently added in New Jersey when voters approved amending the state constitution in 2006. Rather than create...

August 8, 2023 · usnews.com

Power at the Gas Pump: Oregon Lets Drivers Fuel Their Own Cars, Lifting Decades-Old Self-Serve Ban

NJ SEED: NJ remains the only one of 50 states where individuals are prohibited by law from pumping their own gas. Could it have something to do with...

August 2, 2023 · nj.gov

Governor Murphy to Lead Choose New Jersey Economic Mission Trip to East Asia

August 2, 2023 · njspotlightnews.org

New Jersey Grapples With Soaring Temperatures

NJ SEED: Cautious, thoughtful deliberation needs to accompany any action that purports to address climate change. Every summer there are...

August 2, 2023 · njspotlightnews.org

NJ Moves to Cut Fossil Fuels From Homes, Businesses