30th District lawmakers introduce bill to keep in-person voting for future elections
Senator Robert Singer and Assemblymen Sean Kean and Edward Thomson are sponsoring legislation that would guarantee in-person voting and prohibit automatically distributing mail-in ballots for future elections.
Senator Singer and Assemblymen Kean and Thomson introduced legislation that would guarantee in-person voting, and said voters were confused by changes this year, resulting in delays of election results. (©iStock)
The legislators said confusion surrounding the voting changes and the resulting delays of election results illustrate the need to prevent these changes from being imposed again in future elections.
Singer Update on Grant Program for Small Businesses
As an update to constituents and locally-owned businesses, Senator Robert Singer provided the following information regarding the new New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Small Business Authority’s grant program.
Sen. Robert Singer provided the following information regarding the new NJEDA grant program. (©iStock)
“Struggling small businesses on Main Streets across New Jersey have the opportunity to receive much needed funding to help them stay afloat during these tough times,” said Singer (R-30). “The window to apply is short, so I encourage those eligible to prepare and apply as soon as applications open. Do not miss out on this opportunity to receive assistance!”
Lawmakers Propose Amendment to Guarantee In-Person Voting
Senator Robert Singer and Assemblymen Sean Kean and Edward Thomson plan to introduce an amendment to the state constitution that prevents changes to future elections like those imposed this year.
Senator Singer and Assemblymen Kean and Thomson plan to introduce an amendment to the state constitution that prevents changes to future elections like those imposed this year. (©iStock)
The 30th District lawmakers said they wanted to head-off attempts to make permanent any changes to the voting process, such as restricting in-person voting, that were mandated for this year’s elections.
“The governor and the Democrat Legislature have used this pandemic to dramatically change our elections and restrict our ability to vote in-person,” said Singer. “This legislation is the only way to ensure politicians don’t try to implement these changes for future elections or even attempt to make them permanent.”
Singer Bill to Strengthen Quality of Care in Nursing Homes Advances
Legislation sponsored by Senator Robert Singer to help ensure the safety of nursing homes for residents cleared the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee today.
Legislation sponsored by Senator Singer to help ensure the safety of nursing home residents was approved by the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee. (©iStock)
Singer’s bill, S-2791, would require the Department of Human Services (DHS) to review and evaluate requirements for Medicaid managed care organizations (MCOs) to contract for the delivery of nursing home services.
Singer Bill to Bolster Support for Adult Day Care Advances
Senator Robert Singer’s measure to heighten support for facilities that provide daytime services to elderly New Jerseyans has advanced in the Senate Health, Human Services, and Senior Citizens Committee.
Sen. Robert Singer’s measure to heighten support for facilities that provide daytime services to elderly New Jerseyans has advanced. (©iStock)
“Adult day health services are crucial to the care and well-being of New Jersey seniors,” said Singer (R-30). “With more support, these facilities are able to offer more services and personalized care, which can include nursing, nutrition, medication management, and both physical and behavioral therapy. An increase in funding for these providers will help them better assist, protect, and support the elderly throughout our state.”
Singer Legislation Expanding Workers’ Comp for ‘Essential Workers’ Becomes Law
A bill authored by Senator Robert Singer, Senate President Steve Sweeney, and Senator Linda Greenstein expanding access to workers’ compensation and other benefits for front-line workers sickened by the coronavirus was signed into law by Governor Phil Murphy.
A bill authored by Sen. Robert Singer, Sen. Pres. Steve Sweeney, and Sen. Linda Greenstein expanding access to workers’ compensation and other benefits for front-line workers sickened by the coronavirus was signed into law. (SenateNJ.com)
“New Jersey’s essential employees continue to go to work each and every day, inevitably putting themselves in harms way as they serve their communities,” said Senator Singer (R-30). “Frontline workers who contract COVID-19 should have access to financial safeguards and quality medical care. This law will help our heroes receive the lifesaving healthcare they have provided for thousands of New Jerseyans.”
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Singer: Murphy’s Proposed Opioid Tax Would Make Raise Costs for Patients & Providers During Global Pandemic
Senator Bob Singer (R-30) said a proposed tax on commonly prescribed opioids would make health care more expensive for both patients and providers during the current public health emergency.
Sen. Bob Singer said a proposed tax on commonly prescribed opioids would make health care more expensive for both patients and providers during coronavirus pandemic. (©iStock)
“The opioid tax proposed by Governor Murphy wouldn’t improve access to care or make health insurance more affordable for families hit with rising premiums, nor would it fund treatment programs for those struggling with substance use disorders,” said Singer, the ranking Republican member on the Senate Health Committee. “What the governor has proposed is nothing more than a money grab that would funnel millions of dollars at the expense of patients into the black hole of the State budget to pay for spending completely unrelated to health care.”
The proposed $15 million opioid tax is one component of more than $1 billion of tax increases announced by Governor Phil Murphy this week in support of his newly proposed State Budget for 2021. In addition to the tax increases, the governor’s plan also relies on more than $4 billion of borrowing to support higher levels of spending next year.
Singer Bill Encouraging High School Students to Complete No-Cost FASFA Form Advances
Senator Robert Singer’s legislation to ensure high school students are properly educated regarding the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA) has advanced in the Senate Education Committee.
Sen. Robert Singer’s legislation to ensure high school students are properly educated regarding FASFA has advanced. (SenateNJ.com)
“New Jersey’s high school students are some of the best and brightest in the country,” said Singer (R-30). “We need to ensure each and every one of them can access this necessary tool to help them better afford higher education. Whether it be college, vocational, or trade school, completing this application is the first step towards ensuring more students know that continuing their education is within reach.”
Singer: No Rain Check for Restaurants in Inclement Weather
Calls on Governor to Safely Reopen Indoor Restaurants at 25% Capacity
In light of inclement weather expected this weekend due to Tropical Storm Fay, Senator Robert Singer today called for the opening of indoor restaurants at 25% capacity with social distancing and CDC compliant sanitization measures in place.
In light of inclement weather expected this weekend, Sen. Robert Singer called for the opening of indoor restaurants at 25% capacity with social distancing and CDC compliant sanitization measures in place. (Pixabay)
“Sunshine and clear skies currently determine the fate of restaurant owners and employees across New Jersey,” said Singer. “A downpour should not put a damper on a restaurant’s ability to open and stay in business. Today and tomorrow’s rain and thunder are the perfect examples of why restaurants should be able to safely open and operate at a limited capacity indoors.”
Singer Urges Governor to Ensure Woman Responsible for Trooper’s Death Is Not Set Free
State Trooper Marc Castellano died in the line of duty in 2010, and Senator Robert Singer is urging the Governor to ensure the woman responsible does not get out of prison on a medical furlough. (New Jersey State Police)
Senator Robert Singer today said the woman serving time for lying to police and contributing to the death of a New Jersey State Trooper in 2010 should remain behind bars.
“Out of respect for the Trooper’s family and all the men and women across the state who risk their lives to protect citizens and enforce our laws, I hope the Governor will think twice about releasing this reckless felon from prison,” said Singer (R-30). “The Administration should do the right thing and ensure she serves out the duration of her sentence.”
