Singer Encouraged New Jerseyans to Help Fight Addiction
Saturday, April 28th is National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
Senator Robert Singer (R-30) encouraged New Jersey families across the state to help fight drug abuse by participating in this National Prescription Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 28th.
Sen. Robert Singer encouraged NJ families to help fight drug abuse by participating in this National Prescription Take-Back Day. (SenateNJ.com)
“All too frequently prescription medication, that is thrown in the trash, can be recovered, abused, or sold illegally,” Singer said. “Properly disposing of your unused medication can be a lifesaving measure that protects our mothers, sons, or even a stranger.”
Sen. Singer & Duvi Honig, Founder of the Orthodox Jewish Chamber of Commerce, Call for ‘New Jersey Economic Development Day’
Senator Robert Singer has introduced a resolution that would name the second Monday of May as “New Jersey Economic Development Day.” The legislation is inspired by Duvi Honig, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Orthodox Jewish Chamber Of Commerce.
Sen. Robert Singer has introduced a resolution that would name the second Monday of May as “New Jersey Economic Development Day.” (Pixabay)
“We can do much more to make the Garden State a competitive place to grow or start a business,” Singer (R-30) said. “New Jersey is blessed with a well-educated workforce, an ideal location, easy-to-access public transportation, and the best schools in the nation. Boosting economic growth is critical to ensuring the vitality of our economy.”
Singer Bill to Protect NJ Wineries by Extending Special Event Pilot Program Passes Committee
Legislation sponsored by Senator Robert Singer to extend a pilot program that allows local wineries to hold special events on preserved farmland has passed the Senate Economic Growth Committee.
Sen. Bob Singer’s bipartisan bill would support NJ’s wineries by extending a pilot program that allows wineries to hold special events on preserved farmland, even on weekends and Federal holidays. (SenateNJ.com)
“New Jersey’s wineries have the potential to generate thousands of local jobs,” Senator Singer (R-30) said. “There is a proven economic benefit to encouraging these beautiful businesses to host special events, such as a wedding. This legislation will spur agriculture tourism and create a level of stability for this rapidly-growing industry.”
District 30 Bill to Create ‘Support Recovery’ License Plates Passes Committee
NJ Nonprofit Inspires “P.I.C.K. Awareness Act,” to Create New License Plate Design & Combat Addiction Crisis
Legislation sponsored by District 30 lawmakers, Senator Robert Singer and Assemblyman Sean Kean, to authorize the issuance of “Support Recovery” license plates was approved by the Senate Transportation Committee.
Sen. Robert Singer and Asm. Sean Kean’s bill would establish the “P.I.C.K. Awareness Act” which would create “Support Recovery” license plates. (©iStock)
“Addiction does not discriminate. This is a disease that has affected seemingly countless New Jerseyans, regardless of their age, race, religion, or economic status,” Singer (R-30) said. “Giving drivers the ability to purchase a ‘Support Recovery’ license plate will help us fund lifesaving sober living facilities. By raising awareness, the plates will also help us educate local families about the dangers of substance abuse.”
“We are another step closer to creating ‘Support Recovery’ license plates,” Kean (R-30) said. “These license plates will not only provide funding for sober living programs, but will also serve as a sign that New Jerseyans are committed to fighting the opioid crisis.”
Singer Bill Barring NJ Transit from Settling Discrimination Cases in Secret Passes Senate Committee
Legislation sponsored by Senator Bob Singer to prohibit NJ Transit from settling a discrimination or equal opportunity case, unless the settlement agreement has been approved by the NJ Transit Board of Directors, has passed the Senate Transportation Committee.
Sen. Bob Singer’s bill would prohibit NJ Transit from settling discrimination cases, unless the settlement is approved by the NJT Board of Directors. Between 2012 and 2017, NJT paid more than $12 million in settlement agreements. All but one were related to discrimination cases. (SenateNJ.com)
Between 2012 and 2017, NJ Transit paid more than $12 million in settlement agreements, according to records provided to the Legislature. All but one were related to discrimination cases.
“This bill is about protecting innocent people from unfair settlements and increasing transparency at a state agency – two issues that are of grave importance when it comes to protecting the public trust,” Senator Singer (R-30) said. “NJ Transit is on thin ice. We need to do everything we can to hold them accountable for how they treat employees and ratepayers, and how they spend taxpayer dollars. Bringing these settlements out of the shadows is a step in the right direction.”
Bucco and Singer Legislation Encouraging Shared Services Passes Committee
Legislation co-sponsored by Senators Anthony Bucco (R-25) and Robert Singer (R-30) encouraging shared services passed the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee. This bill eases the red tape local governments face when looking to consolidate or share services.
Legislation co-sponsored by Sen. Anthony Bucco (R-25) and Sen. Robert Singer (R-30) encouraging shared services passed the Senate Budget Committee.(SenateNJ.com)
“New Jerseyans suffer from the highest property tax burden in the nation,” said Bucco. “Sharing services cuts the cost of doing business for government, which translates into financial savings for New Jersey taxpayers. It’s a win-win for everybody.”
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Singer Bill Revamping, Expanding NJ STARS Scholarship Program Passes Senate
NJ STARS to Become NJ HonorScholars Program
Legislation sponsored by Senator Robert Singer to revamp and expand the New Jersey Student Tuition Assistance Reward Scholarship Program (NJ STARS) passed the New Jersey Senate. This bill allows more of New Jersey’s top-performing high school students to receive scholarships covering the full cost of community college and a portion of tuition at New Jersey’s four-year colleges and universities.
Sen. Robert Singer’s bill to revamp and expand the New Jersey Student Tuition Assistance Reward Scholarship Program (NJ STARS) passed the New Jersey Senate. (©iStock)
“College affordability is one of the greatest concerns for students and their families,” said Singer (R-Monmouth, Ocean). “Increasing the opportunity for our top high school students to qualify for State-funded scholarships will help them to focus more on their education and less on the financial burden of paying for college. By covering a significant portion of tuition bills through these scholarships, we’ll protect more students from student loan debt.”
Senate Passes Singer’s Bill to Help High School Students Understand Paying for College
Part of Package of Bills to Address College Affordability, Student Loan Debt Crisis
Legislation sponsored by Senator Robert Singer (R-30) to help high school students to better understand how they can pay for college and minimize debt has passed the New Jersey Senate unanimously. The measure is part of a bipartisan package of bills that advanced today to improve college affordability in New Jersey and address the student loan debt crisis.
Sen. Singer’s legislation helping high school students better understand how they can pay for college and minimize debt has passed the New Jersey Senate. (SenateNJ.com)
“Many students dive into college without knowing how long it will take or how much they’re going to owe when they graduate,” said Sen. Singer. “Six months after they get their diploma, they’re suddenly slammed with sky-high monthly loan payments that they can’t afford. We can stop this from happening by giving our high school students a better understanding of how student loans work, explaining the benefits of applying for grants and scholarships, and highlighting the importance of finishing a degree as quickly as possible. ”
Editorial: Decriminalize Marijuana, But Don’t Legalize It
The following editorial by Senator Robert Singer (R-30) on marijuana decriminalization was published in The Daily Record on January 26, 2018:
Efforts to legalize marijuana in New Jersey would have our state take too big a step, too quickly. Decriminalization may be a better and more sensible option in the short-term.
Sen. Bob Singer says that marijuana decriminalization may be a good alternative to full legalization for New Jersey in the short-term. (Pixabay)
Like many others, I have concerns with individuals being arrested for possession of small amounts of marijuana. That’s why I have sponsored legislation, S-472, that would decriminalize the possession of 15 grams of pot or less.
NOW LAW: Singer Bill Improving Access to Integrated Behavioral & Primary Healthcare
Senator Robert Singer’s legislation to improve coordination between primary and behavioral healthcare services has been signed into law.
Sen. Bob Singer’s new law allows for better coordinated and comprehensive primary and behavioral healthcare services. (Flickr)
“To provide quality, comprehensive healthcare for all New Jerseyans, we must ease the process of integrating behavioral health and primary care services,” Singer (R-Monmouth, Ocean) said. “Forcing facilities to obtain multiple licenses just so they can provide a full spectrum of health services is an unnecessary restriction that only serves in blocking patients from accessing the care they need.”
