Singer Bills to Battle Opioid Crisis Clears Senate
A pair of legislative initiatives sponsored by Senator Robert Singer to combat New Jersey’s fatal overdose epidemic has passed the State Senate.
The first bill, “Charlie’s Law,” is named in memory of Charlie Van Tassel, a beloved son and brother who struggled and succumbed to his addiction at the age of 33. Charlie’s Law would require pharmacists to educate patients on how to safely discard unused, unwanted, or expired drugs and needles.
Sen. Robert Singer’s legislative initiatives to combat NJ’s overdose epidemic have passed the Senate. (Wikimedia Commons)
“All too often addiction begins at home, stemming from abused prescriptions or unused medication falling into the wrong hands,” said Singer (R – Monmouth and Ocean). “To someone like Charlie, who fought to stay sober, a bottle left unattended can be life-threatening. We can avoid addiction through proper disposal of unused drugs. Ensuring pharmacists educate patients on how to best dispose of unused medication will save countless lives.”
Singer Bill Expanding Healthcare Access to New Mothers Passes Senate
Senator Robert Singer’s legislation to improve the health and well-being of mothers during and after pregnancy has passed the New Jersey Senate.
Sen. Robert Singer’s legislation to improve the health and well-being of mothers during and after pregnancy has passed the Senate. (Flickr)
“New mothers deserve the best healthcare our State has to offer,” said Singer (R-30). “Yet New Jersey’s maternal illness and death toll are frankly disturbing, especially for African American mothers. Prioritizing maternal health throughout the postpartum period will reduce preventable deaths and ensure more Garden State mothers and babies leave the hospital happy and healthy.”
Singer Measure Establishing Rules for Mold Removal in Schools and Apartments Advances
Senator Robert Singer sponsors legislation to establish statewide standards for mold remediation work that has been passed by the Senate.
Sen. Singer’s bill would establish statewide standards for mold work – from inspection to identification to abatement – to protect students in schools and apartment buildings. (Wikimedia)
Singer’s bill (S2897) would build on industry standards and guidelines from the U.S. Environmental Protections Agency to create consistent procedures for mold work – from inspection to identification to abatement – in schools and apartment buildings.
“Our children shouldn’t have to spend the school day in mold-infested classrooms or their nights in apartments where mold spores make the air unsafe to breathe,” said Singer (R-30). “The presence of mold in our schools and homes is a danger we cannot ignore, and to identify and eliminate it requires trained and knowledgeable experts and standardized practices.”
Singer Bill Protecting Civilian Jobs for NJ’s National Guard Members Is Now Law
Senator Bob Singer’s (R-30) legislation to ensure New Jersey National Guard members retain their civilian jobs throughout and after a State emergency has been signed into law.
Sen. Bob Singer’s legislation to ensure NJ National Guard members retain their civilian jobs throughout and after a State emergency has been signed into law. (Wikimedia Commons)
“New Jersey’s National Guard defends our state and our country, both at home and abroad,” Singer said. “Whether they are deployed overseas, or serving their own community during a domestic disaster, these brave people should never have to worry about losing their job when they return home. As a proud veteran, I will continue to fight to ensure no employer, especially the State of New Jersey, discriminates against an employee if they are called to serve during an emergency.”
Singer Bill to Ensure Healthcare for Mothers After Birth Advances
Legislation Expands Medicaid Access to Eligible Women
Senator Robert Singer’s legislation to ensure mothers in need have access to health care for six months after their pregnancy advanced in the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.
Sen. Robert Singer’s legislation to ensure mothers in need have access to health care for six months after their pregnancy advanced in the Senate Budget Committee. (Flickr)
“New Jersey’s high maternal illness and death toll are disturbing, particularly for African American mothers,” said Singer (R-30). “We must take action to fix this deadly crisis. Expanding access to proper medical care during and after pregnancy will reduce preventable deaths and ensure more New Jersey mothers and babies leave the hospital happy and healthy.”
‘Support Recovery’ License Plate Bill Heads to Governor’s Desk
Senator Robert Singer and Assemblyman Sean Kean Sponsor the Measure
A bill 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 today and moves to the governor for consideration.
Sen. Singer’s legislation helps fight addiction with specialized license plates that will fund sober-living facilities. (SenateNJ.com)
“Allowing drivers to purchase a special license plate will help provide lifesaving sober-living facilities,” said Singer (R-30). “Addiction does not discriminate. This disease has affected countless families in every neighborhood across the state. These plates will increase awareness and help educate residents about the dangers of substance abuse.”
Singer Bill Urging FDA to Release CBD Daily Dose Guidelines Passes Senate
Senator Bob Singer’s legislation urging the federal government to establish a safe daily level of CBD consumption unanimously passed in the New Jersey Senate.
Sen. Bob Singer’s legislation urging the federal government to establish a safe daily level of CBD consumption unanimously passed in the Senate. (SenateNJ.com)
“CBD is on billboards, in our shopping malls, it’s on Amazon – it’s everywhere,” said Singer (R-30). “With the hemp business booming, we need to protect and educate consumers. For the safety and well-being of residents in New Jersey and across the country, I urge Washington to clear up confusion about how much CBD is too much.”
Singer’s ‘Charlie’s Law’ Requiring Patient Education on Safe Drug Disposal Advances
Bill in Memory of NJ Man Who Succumbed to Addiction
Senator Robert Singer’s legislation to combat drug addiction through requiring pharmacists to educate patients on how to safely discard unused, unwanted, or expired drugs and needles unanimously passed the Senate Health Committee.
Sen. Robert Singer’s legislation to combat drug addiction through requiring pharmacists to educate patients on how to safely discard unused drugs unanimously advanced. (WikiMedia)
This legislation, “Charlie’s Law,” is named in memory of Charlie Van Tassel, a beloved son and brother who struggled and succumbed to his addiction at the age of 33. Charlie’s family remembers him as an athlete and family prankster who enjoyed music and dancing. He battled addiction for many years before his passing.
“All too often addiction begins at home, stemming from abused prescriptions or unused medication falling into the wrong hands,” said Singer (R – Monmouth and Ocean). “To someone like Charlie, who fought to stay sober, a bottle left unattended can be life-threatening. We can avoid addiction through proper disposal of unused drugs. Ensuring pharmacists educate patients on how to best dispose of unused medication will save countless lives.”
Singer & Oroho Urge Murphy Admin to Take Up Legal Fight Against NYC’s Efforts to Ship Homeless to NJ
Say Outcome of Newark’s Lawsuit Against NYC Would Impact Every NJ Taxpayer
Senator Robert Singer (R-30) and Senator Steven Oroho (R-24) called on the Murphy Administration to take on a lawsuit filed by the City of Newark that seeks to end New York City’s program of shipping its homeless across the Hudson to New Jersey.
Sens. Bob Singer Steven Oroho called on the Murphy Administration to take on a lawsuit filed by Newark that seeks to end New York City’s program of shipping its homeless to New Jersey. (SenateNJ.com)
“Overtaxed communities across the Garden State are already struggling with the fiscal challenges of funding our schools and existing public services for current residents,” said Singer, the Deputy Republican Leader. “We cannot afford to let Mayor de Blasio shift the substantial financial burden of the homeless crisis created by his failed social policies to New Jersey taxpayers.”
Singer Bill Protecting Families from Toxic Mold Advances
Legislation sponsored by Senator Robert Singer that would establish consistent procedures for mold remediation in schools and apartments was approved today by the Senate Budget & Appropriations Committee.
Sen. Bob Singer’s measure to establish standards for mold remediation work will protect students from moldy classrooms. (Wikipedia)
Singer’s bill (S2897) would set statewide standards for mold remediation work – from inspection and identification to abatement. The measure would build on industry standards and guidelines from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
