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Building a stronger and fairer New Jersey.

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  1. 17 hours ago

    Climate change is a serious threat to our state. Record storms and heat waves endanger our economy and public health. New Jersey will lead in the fight for the future of our planet, investing in clean energy, new technologies, and green jobs. Our future depends on it.

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  2. Aug 8

    Shocked by last night's shooting of two detectives on , and grateful none of their injuries are life-threatening. We remain committed to being part of Camden's turnaround and to building a safer community by getting guns off our streets.

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  3. Aug 7

    Thank you for sharing Sgt. Carter's story.

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  4. Aug 7

    Happy ! New Jersey has 10 lighthouses that have alerted mariners sailing the Atlantic Ocean & inter-coastal waterways for over a century. To learn more about NJ lighthouses, go to:

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  5. Aug 7

    New Jersey is grateful to all who have sacrificed for our freedom.

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  6. Aug 7

    Bill Schluter stood for the right kind of politics–a tireless advocate for ethics and good governance. Tammy and I send our condolences to Nancy, their family and friends.

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  7. Aug 7

    Raising the minimum wage to $15/hour would help to level the playing field – giving workers the opportunity to grow, prosper, and contribute to our economy.

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  8. Aug 6

    Very excited that and were honored as 2018 Ripple of Hope Laureates! Your public service has created greater opportunity for all in this country and I am proud to serve by your side 🇺🇸

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  9. Aug 6

    Honored to receive the 2018 Ripple of Hope Award alongside President , President David Zaslav, and CEO . RFK is one of my personal heroes whose legacy is a model for public service.

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  10. Aug 6

    The innovation economy is in New Jersey’s DNA: - Global market access - Key infrastructure - A diverse, skilled, highly-educated workforce - World-class universities - Strategic location

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  11. Aug 6

    New Jersey, the beautiful. 😍

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  12. Aug 3

    Check out the Warren County Farmers’ Fair in Phillipsburg – just one of the many fairs in the Garden State!

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  13. Aug 3

    I am proud to join other states in opposing Trump’s plan to weaken fuel efficiency standards for cars and trucks. This proposal costs consumers money, pollutes our air, and worsens the threat of climate change.

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  14. Aug 3
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  15. Aug 2

    Congratulations to Englishtown’s Abhimanyu Mishra — who, at 9 years 2 months and 17 days old, became the youngest chess master in the nation at a recent tournament in Marlton. Checkmate!

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  16. Aug 2

    NJ TRANSIT is the largest statewide public transit system in the US: 🚶‍ Nearly 1M riders each day 🛤️ 3.4B passenger miles 🚌 Over 3K buses 🚃 Over 1K rail cars 🗺️ Over 5K sq miles of coverage After years of neglect, we are making bold reinvestments in mass transit.

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  17. Aug 1

    Excited that and have taken a historic step forward by requiring a $15/hr minimum wage for construction workers on public contracts worth over $2M. This will help PR rebuild while providing a living wage. New Jersey continues to stand with Puerto Rico.

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  18. Aug 1

    We are working every day to ensure that New Jersey finally has a medical marijuana program that is compassionate, progressive, and meets the needs of patients—for the thousands of New Jerseyans whose relief from pain has been blocked by years of bureaucratic obstacles.

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  19. Aug 1

    After years of inaction, New Jersey's environmental enforcement is back in business. Proud to join with and to announce our intention to seek damages from companies that have polluted our communities.

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  20. Aug 1

    Thrilled to have on board for our Community College Innovation Challenge!

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  21. Aug 1

    For New Jersey's economy to grow, we need: 🛣️ Infrastructure investments 📚 Accessible higher ed & career training 🚀 Innovation & entrepreneurship 😷 Paid sick leave 📈 A minimum wage increase We don’t get the Garden State right unless we get our economy right.

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  22. Aug 1

    Very excited to lead NJ's new international trade and investment office, strengthening the state's global competitiveness and international outreach efforts under Governor Murphy's leadership!

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  23. Jul 31

    : Cody Wilson backs down. After NJ takes him to court, Wilson agrees not to post any new dangerous 3D printable guns until our September hearing. Court orders him to keep his word. The fight for public safety continues.

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  24. Jul 31

    All patients deserve access to quality medical care, including reproductive health care. I am proud to stand with , , , , and others to demand the federal government rescind President Trump’s harmful gag rule.

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  25. Jul 31

    We are excited to launch the Community College Innovation Challenge! Financial barriers should not separate talented students from educational opportunities.

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  26. Jul 31

    New Jersey public schools were ranked the 2nd in the nation. 📚 Highest reading scores: 2nd 📊 Highest math test scores: 3rd ✏️ Lowest dropout rate: 2nd ☑️ Overall quality: 3rd Another reason why the Garden State is an incredible place to live.

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  27. Jul 31

    New Jersey public schools were recently ranked second best in the nation by . This is why the Garden State is a great place to live, work, and raise a family!

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  28. Jul 31

    So excited that and are moving forward to make higher education more accessible and affordable for New Jersey families. Having the opportunity to obtain a college degree was an instrumental part of my life.

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  29. Jul 31

    The American people deserve an economy that works for everyone, but wants to give the wealthy a $100 billion tax cut. What a disgrace.

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  30. Jul 30

    On Correction Officer Day, we honor members of our family who have made the ultimate sacrifice and recognize all officers for their dedication.

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  31. Jul 28

    Look up! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No, it's the in Readington!

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  32. Jul 28

    It's unconscionable that the Trump Admin would fight to make it easier for terrorists and gunmen to attain undetectable guns. With the support of , & we will fight to ensure children and families are protected.

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  33. Jul 27
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  34. Jul 27

    Countless New Jerseyans are caught up in low-level possession charges that torment them for the rest of their lives—hindering job, housing and other opportunities. The time is now to legalize marijuana and repair communities disrupted by the misguided war on drugs.

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  35. Jul 27

    . has made reclaiming NJ’s leading role in the Innovation Economy a centerpiece of his vision for a Stronger and Fairer NJ. ’s new Innovation Challenge will help cities & towns advance unique local strategies.

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  36. Jul 26
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  37. Jul 26

    New Jerseyans invented: ✔️ Teflon ✔️ Motion pictures ✔️ Submarines ✔️ Streptomycin ✔️ Electron magnification ✔️ Barcodes ✔️ Lightbulbs And much more. With the right approach, the Garden State will reclaim its place as a center of the innovation economy.

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  38. Jul 25
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    Gurbir is a man that will look you in the eye, shake your head and then ask about your family. He remembers everybody's name and the name of your children. New Jersey is very lucky to have him as our attorney general. Any disparaging remarks about him or ignorant.

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  39. Jul 25

    I'm truly appalled by the derogatory & hateful comments made today on the “Dennis and Judi Show” about NJ Attorney General Gurbir Grewal. Our residents shouldn't have to hear these types of crude remarks made over the airwaves regarding a person’s religious beliefs and practices.

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  40. Jul 25

    Such hateful rhetoric doesn’t reduce Gurbir, such hateful rhetoric reduces and disgraces the one who uses it. We are New Jersey; bigotry has no place, religious intolerance no harbor. We all should denounce this ignorant and outrageous attack.

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  41. Jul 26

    This is not the first indignity I’ve faced and it probably won’t be the last. Sometimes, I endure it alone. Yesterday, all of New Jersey heard it. It’s time to end small-minded intolerance. It’s an issue I addressed at conference this May:

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  42. Jul 26

    .: My name, for the record, is Gurbir Grewal. I’m the 61st Attorney General of NJ. I’m a Sikh American. I have 3 daughters. And yesterday, I told them to turn off the radio.

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  43. Jul 25

    Outraged by the abhorrent and xenophobic comments mocking on The @DennisandJudi Show on . Hate speech has no place in NJ, and does not belong on our airwaves. Station management must hold the hosts accountable for these intolerant and racist comments.

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  44. Jul 25

    The time is now for New Jersey to address this problem - we cannot expect our workers to live in poverty. We need to help lift them into the social and economic mainstream by implementing a $15 minimum wage.

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  45. Jul 25

    New Jersey must again benefit from the good-paying jobs of the innovation economy. The Incubator & Collaborative Workspace Rent Initiative and R&D tax credit will help ensure that the next great leaps in science & tech will be made in the Garden State.

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  46. Jul 25

    announces new incubator/workspace rent initiative & RD tax credit modernization (increasing research categories)

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  47. Jul 25

    “We are poised to grow,” says of the state’s efforts to develop more business incubators like .

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  48. Jul 25

    Join me as we unveil new tools to help grow New Jersey’s innovation economy:

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  49. Jul 25

    A full-time, minimum wage worker in New Jersey earns: ✖️ $8.60/hour ✖️ $344/week ✖️ $17,888/year It's unacceptable that someone working 40 hours/wk can live in poverty. It's time to protect and uplift our workers - and raise our minimum wage to $15/hour.

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  50. Jul 24

    Grateful for the hard work of our first responders.

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  51. Jul 24
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  52. Jul 24

    Proud of our outstanding Secretary of Higher Education and the work she's doing to make higher education more affordable and accessible for New Jersey students.

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  53. Jul 24

    Investing in clean energy is the right move for our environment, our economy, and our future. By putting New Jersey on a path to 100% clean energy by 2050, we can set an example for the nation and the world.

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  54. Jul 24

    A big step towards ensuring fair funding of our public schools! Bergen County will see $43 million of additional school funding as we work to provide better for our children. Thank you for recognizing that and that !

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  55. Jul 24

    After underfunded public education by $9 billion, we are making a long overdue reinvestment in our schools. Today, we’re taking the first step to ensure that school aid is distributed fairly – here in Cliffside Park and across New Jersey.

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  56. Jul 24

    Join me in Cliffside Park as we usher in a new era of fair and equitable school funding for New Jersey.

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  57. Jul 23

    1/3 The State continues to closely monitor the situation in and is availing all appropriate resources and experts to the investigation who will work to identify the cause of the house collapse.

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  58. Jul 23

    A stronger New Jersey means breaking the back of high property taxes by fully and fairly funding our schools, raising the state property tax deduction to 15K and promoting shared services between communities. We need to make living in the Garden State as affordable as possible.

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  59. Jul 23

    Rep. is right: It’s time for lawmakers do the right thing and raise the minimum wage to $15/hour. Grateful for his continued leadership on this issue, both here in New Jersey and nationally in Congress.

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  60. Jul 22

    It's illogical that American workers are more productive than ever, but profits are all going to CEO bonuses & offshore accounts instead of actual paychecks. Let’s in NJ, like prioritized, & do the same in Congress.

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  61. Jul 20

    Today is an incredible day for the State of New Jersey. We were honored to join in Long Branch to sign into law a bill banning smoking on our pristine beaches. Beachgoers deserve a clean and safe day at the shore. Thank you to everyone who made this day possible!

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  62. Jul 20
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  63. Jul 20

    signed a bill into law today banning smoking on NJ’s beaches, a win for public health and the environment! This law will protect wildlife, including vulnerable shorebirds, by ensuring a cleaner habitat

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  64. Jul 20

    I was proud to join at the Long Branch Boardwalk where he signed into law legislation I have sponsored banning smoking on our beautiful beaches. This is an incredible victory for NJ, our environment & the millions of beachgoers who can now enjoy our shore smoke-free.

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  65. Jul 20

    Today I signed legislation to ban smoking on New Jersey beaches. I am committed to protecting our environment and public health while preserving the quality of our public beaches & parks.

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  66. Jul 20

    Join me live in Long Branch where I am signing a bill banning smoking on New Jersey beaches:

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  67. Jul 19

    Incredible night celebrating New Jersey’s + community at . The love filled every corner of every room!

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  68. Jul 18

    Our hearts are broken by the death of Jennifer Trejo, a nine-year-old killed by a stray bullet in Bridgeton. Phil and I are sending love to all those affected by this senseless tragedy.

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  69. Jul 17

    Phil and I are so grateful to have welcomed the + community to tonight to honor , Babs Siperstein, and Freeholder Rebecca Williams. Every month is in New Jersey, and we'll always fight to make our state inclusive.

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  70. Jul 17

    It was a beautiful day this morning at Breakwater Beach as , and Colonel Patrick Callahan spoke at Survivors Day, which honors the families of NJ LE officers killed in the line of duty. For more,

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  71. Jul 17

    Thanks for the call today ! What an awesome surprise. I’m honored that you took an interest into my genealogy work across NJ!

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  72. Jul 17

    Tammy and I were honored to spend time with law enforcement families whose loved ones made the ultimate sacrifice to protect us all. Thank you for having me at the 11th Annual Law Enforcement Survivors Day at Breakwater Beach Waterpark in Seaside Heights.

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  73. Jul 17

    Last year, the federal gov’t passed a law capping deductions for state & local taxes. The “SALT cap” wasn’t just a back-door tax increase on NJ residents. It was also unconstitutional. Today, we’re fighting back. Lawsuit below:

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  74. Jul 17
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  75. Jul 16

    Congrats on working to make NJ more tolerant and fair over the last 6 months. I look forward to continuing to work with the Governor on numerous issues including stopping Trump from allowing drilling off NJ’s coast.

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  76. Jul 16

    Six months into his term, and my friend has helped make lives better for New Jerseyans. He's repeatedly stood up to Donald Trump and protected our coast from offshore drilling. I look forward to the next six months!

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  77. Jul 16

    . has had a strong start in first six months in Trenton. Appreciate partnering to combat the harmful and protect New Jerseyans’ pocketbooks.

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  78. Jul 16

    After electing a Democratic governor, New Jersey is once again making progress

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  79. Jul 16

    Tammy and I are thinking of all those injured by the school bus crash in Medford. Grateful to our first responders in Burlington County.

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  80. Jul 16

    At least is going in the right direction! We won't stop fighting for our country but it's also ok to take a minute and celebrate the local wins too! Thanks ! And thanks to awesome groups like for fighting for what's right!

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  81. Jul 16

    Thank you for your leadership on working to build stronger economies in NJ. We were excited to join you today to discuss .

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  82. Jul 16

    Despite Trump continually attacking by raising our property tax burden, jacking up healthcare premiums, and trying to drill off our shores, I'm proud that for the past 6 months I've been able to work with to resist.

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  83. Jul 16

    TUNE IN: New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy answers your questions on . Listen and call in with your questions at (844)-677-9283.

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  84. Jul 16

    Through policies like Opportunity Zones, affordable higher education, apprenticeships, & worker protections, NJ companies can lead in the innovation economy. I stand with , , and all who are working to make NJ even better for business.

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  85. Jul 16

    The President’s behavior this past week has been jaw-dropping. These are attacks on bedrock institutions and on democracy itself.

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  86. Jul 16

    Congratulations to Red Bank-based for winning the first Founders & Funders All-Stars pitch competition - one of the many companies helping NJ reclaim its place as the capital of invention and innovation.

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  87. Jul 16

    Join me and live at the Investors Symposium in Newark!

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  88. Jul 16

    Patients on need access to affordable strains that work for them, closer to home. That's why is asking for more dispensaries to open in NJ. Today we announce an opportunity for 6 new dispensaries- learn more below!

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  89. Jul 16

    There's so much more to do. But, working together, I know we'll create the stronger and fairer New Jersey that every family deserves.

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  90. Jul 16

    ✔️ Moved the Gateway Project forward through Portal Bridge funding ✔️ Announced NJ as the new U.S. headquarters for ✔️ Increased the state property tax cap deduction to $15,000 and opposed the disastrous GOP tax bill ✔️ Invested $242 million to fix

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  91. Jul 16

    ✔️ Provided in-state financial aid for NJ DREAMers and sued the Trump Administration over DACA ✔️ Opposed President Trump's forced separation of migrant children at the border ✔️ Supported wage increases for thousands of workers at Newark Airport

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  92. Jul 16

    ✔️ Expanded voting rights through Automatic Voter Registration ✔️ Legalized sports betting ✔️ Banned child marriage ✔️ Convened a Criminal Sentencing Commission to examine disparities in our criminal justice system ✔️ Stood up for

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  93. Jul 16

    ✔️ Enacted universal paid sick leave ✔️ Protected NJ from unfair out-of-network health care costs ✔️ Expanded protections for our transgender community ✔️ Launched workforce dev. & apprenticeships ✔️ Expanded EITC, created State's Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit

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  94. Jul 16

    ✔️ Created States for Gun Safety, a multi-state coalition to tackle the epidemic of gun violence ✔️ Signed sweeping gun safety measures into law ✔️ Divested all state investments in automatic and semi-automatic gun manufacturers

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  95. Jul 16

    ✔️ Started to fully and fairly fund our public schools ✔️ Invested $83 million in pre-K ✔️ Begun the transition away from PARCC ✔️ Expanded college affordability for community college students ✔️ Supported "Computer Science for All" and STEM career opportunities

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  96. Jul 16

    ✔️ Supported a fracking ban in the Delaware River Basin ✔️ Announced NJ will rejoin RGGI to combat climate change ✔️ Jumpstarted the development of offshore wind energy ✔️ Banned offshore drilling in state waters ✔️ Signed sweeping clean energy legislation

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  97. Jul 16

    ✔️ Restored funding for Planned Parenthood and women’s health care ✔️ Expanded access to medical marijuana ✔️ Promoted ACA enrollment ✔️ Pledged $100 million to tackle the opioid crisis

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  98. Jul 16

    Six months ago today, I became governor of New Jersey. Since then, we've worked hard to build a stronger, fairer state for all. We've: ✔️ Signed the nation's toughest equal pay law ✔️ Passed a millionaire’s tax ✔️ Assembled the most diverse cabinet in NJ history

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  99. Jul 14

    No one should lose a day’s pay because they’ve fallen sick. We passed strong paid sick leave protections to support workers like Dean and Ryan in Asbury Park.

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  100. Jul 14

    Union City and Mayor Brian Stack are offering support for victims of yesterday’s deadly fire through the Union City Fire Victims’ Fund. Learn more here:

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  101. Jul 13

    On behalf of and I we offer congratulations to the 158th New Jersey State Police graduating class. There are few among us who could have persevered the challenges you have been presented. Never forget that you are special.

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  102. Jul 13

    Congratulations to the 158th Graduating Class on your remarkable accomplishment! You are well prepared to serve the citizens of New Jersey. Thank you for your dedication and for your service and please be safe!

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  103. Jul 12

    Treasurer Muoio unveiled several initial state cost-saving measures underway by the Administration that are projected to yield significant annual savings for taxpayers, while upholding the state’s commitment to public employees.

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  104. Jul 10

    Common sense changes to high stakes standardized testing are underway by to help education professionals do their jobs and set students up for success

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  105. Jul 10

    New Jersey is on a path away from the high-stakes PARCC exam that’s been a detriment to our students and educators and toward a more sensible approach to statewide assessment. It’s time we put the emphasis back where it belongs – on classroom instruction.

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  106. Jul 9

    Today marks 150 years of the ! legislature rescinded ratification of the amendment in 1868 (to no avail). Check out digital versions of the state's original 1866 ratification (below) & related docs

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  107. Jul 8

    Enjoyed touring and along the boardwalk today. These new casinos are prime examples of the economic revitalization of Atlantic City.

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  108. Jul 8

    Tammy and I are devastated by the tragic car crash that killed five members of the Trinidad family. New Jersey mourns with their loved ones and the Teaneck community during this difficult time.

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  110. Jul 5

    Thrilled that has chosen New Jersey for its U.S. headquarters. The Garden State is the place to be for the world’s most competitive life sciences companies.

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  111. Jul 4

    Nothing better than fireworks at the Jersey Shore!

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  112. Jul 4
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  113. Jul 4

    Happy Fourth of July from Long Branch. Have a great night, all!

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  114. Jul 4

    Happy 4th of July, from our family to yours!

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  115. Jul 4

    Independence. Patriotism. Democracy. Freedom. Happy 4th of July, everyone!

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  116. Jul 4

    HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY! Today, as we celebrate the birth of American Independence, we thank all of our brave men and women in uniform who selflessly help protect our freedom, liberty and justice.

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  117. Jul 3

    Thank you for your leadership & commitment to growth. This production incentive program will help attract major film & TV projects to , generating thousands of jobs and benefiting your creative and local economy for years to come.

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  118. Jul 3

    Today, signed the signature "Birth Certificate Bill" now known as the "Babs Siperstein Law" and a bill that establishes a Transgender Task Force, which will advance equality in NJ and address issues that impact transgender people throughout our society!

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  119. Jul 3

    ICYMI: New Jersey will likely soon be home to more film & TV productions (& economic growth) thanks to new legislation signed today!

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  120. Jul 3

    Babs Siperstein is a lifelong New Jerseyan, a veteran, a businesswoman, an activist, and the first openly transgender member of the DNC. The Babs Siperstein Law, which allows gender on birth certificates to be amended, is dedicated to her activism.

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  121. Jul 3

    Today, I signed three bills into law to protect the dignity of LGBTQ people in NJ. ☑️ Gender on birth certificates can now be amended to reflect gender identity. ☑️ Death certificates can now reflect gender identity. ☑️ NJ will create a Transgender Equality Task force.

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  122. Jul 3

    Our police and firefighters deserve to retire with dignity. That’s why today I signed a bill that lets police and firefighters oversee their own retirement savings, with safeguards for taxpayers. NJ will always support those who keep us safe.

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  123. Jul 3

    Proud to sign into law the Garden State Film and Digital Media Jobs Act. The film and digital media industries are poised to become a dynamic part of New Jersey’s economy - creating good-paying union jobs and countless other benefits.

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  124. Jul 2

    New Jersey has a budget. The era of fiscal gimmicks is ending, and the era of a stronger and fairer New Jersey that works for every family is just beginning.

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  125. Jul 1

    A year ago, government shut down and beaches were closed (for most of us, anyway...) A year later, we passed a budget with huge investments in public schools, property tax relief, and and gave the middle class a break by ensuring the wealthy pay their fair share.

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  126. Jun 30

    I want to thank Gov. Murphy and Senate President Sweeney for agreeing to meet in the middle and putting forth a final budget that we can all put our names to. After much work, we have reached an agreement that meets our common priorities.

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  127. Jun 30

    Today, the era of budget gimmicks is ending – the era of a stronger and fairer New Jersey that works for every family is just beginning. New Jersey will have a budget which invests in our communities and shared values, and is backed by sustainable revenues.

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  128. Jun 30

    There is so much that we agree upon. Strong and fairly funded public schools. Modern and reliable mass transit. Fairness for working families and our middle class. Stronger communities. A growing and vibrant economy. And we've only just started.

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  129. Jun 30

    New Jersey faces real challenges. They weren't created overnight and they won't be solved overnight. But this is a strong first step. I won't stop fighting to make our tax system fairer. I won't stop fighting for the investments our future demands.

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  130. Jun 30

    New Jersey will be able to end the upcoming fiscal year with a surplus of approximately $765 million.

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  131. Jun 30

    New Jersey will adopt a combined reporting standard, which ensures that companies cannot park profits in other states.

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  132. Jun 30

    We will implement a corporate business tax surcharge that will provide for this budget and ensure we remain competitive as we work to grow our economy.

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  133. Jun 30

    We will have a millionaires tax.   We agree that we must ask the wealthiest New Jerseyans to pay their fair share to allow us to ramp up our investments in school funding and property tax relief.

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  134. Jun 30

    Join , , and I in Trenton to discuss our budget agreement:

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  135. Jun 29

    I challenge my colleagues to look at the median incomes in their districts and then walk the streets and hear what people who voted for them think about obstructing a budget over an issue of taxing wealthy people in this state

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  136. Jun 29

    As I have said over the past couple days, we must find the strength and courage to choose the hard right over the easy wrong. Our state will be better for it, and our people will think better of us for doing it.

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  137. Jun 29

    This is more than just getting to an agreement about dollars and cents. We have to get to an agreement that the state’s future is more important than political power games and trying to chalk up “wins” and “losses.” Once we can agree on that, we’ll agree on a budget.

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  138. Jun 29

    New Jersey’s millionaires are making out just fine. They were protected by Chris Christie, and they are receiving a significant tax break from President Trump.

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  139. Jun 29

    Legislators have a choice: build the state’s future on sound policy & investments or bet it on gimmicks. I’m not going to bargain away principle for a bad deal. I’m here to restore fiscal commonsense to this state. Asking millionaires to pay their fair share is central to this.

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  140. Jun 29

    Asking millionaires and billionaires to pay their fair share is central to restoring fiscal common sense to this state. Sadly, the Legislature and I have yet to reach a compromise to avert a shutdown.

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  141. Jun 29

    Join me live in Trenton for a budget update. We must tax millionaires to make the investments we need in New Jersey public schools, , and property tax relief.

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  142. Jun 29

    A big step forward for New Jersey’s medical marijuana program. Finally, we have a program that is compassionate, progressive, and patient-friendly.

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  143. Jun 29

    Journalism is key to our democracy. An attack on journalists is an attack on all of us. Horrified by the shooting at the .

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  144. Jun 28

    The best way to fund our public schools is by asking the very wealthiest – the millionaires who did just fine under Chris Christie and who are doing even better under – to pay a little more in income taxes so we can invest in public education.

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  145. Jun 28

    The Legislature’s budget is not backed by the revenues necessary to ensure long-term school funding to help our kids succeed. I’m not going to make a one-time-only investment in the kids here in Trenton, or anywhere in New Jersey. We must invest long-term in our public schools.

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  146. Jun 28

    Join me at Gregory Elementary School in Trenton as I discuss how my budget will provide long-term, sustainable funding for our public schools. Our students and educators need a budget that believes and invests in them.

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  147. Jun 28

    Under the strong leadership of , New Jersey is primed to become one of America's biggest turnaround stories. All of NJ's elected officials must stand with him & finally deliver on the promises they’ve made, including asking millionaires to pay their fair share.

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  148. Jun 28

    This morning, I met with my cabinet and senior staff to brief them on the budget and plan for all outcomes. We are prepared to do what is necessary to give New Jerseyans the long-term investments they deserve in our public schools, , and property tax relief.

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  149. Jun 27

    Justice Kennedy's successor on the U.S. Supreme Court could cement 's legacy for decades, shredding our rights and harming our nation. Democrats and moderate Republicans must unite to reject anyone on 's extreme short list.

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  150. Jun 27

    We stand firm with our labor unions and labor organizations to advocate and protect members’ rights as we did with the Workplace Democracy Enhancement Act I signed in May. Supporting strong unions is a critical part of making New Jersey’s economy work for everyone.

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  151. Jun 27

    This disappointing decision does not in any way diminish our administration’s commitment to protecting the right of public sector employees to organize.

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  152. Jun 27

    With the Legislature's budget, critical funding for the Newark community is at risk. Today, Mayor and I stood together to say enough with the games and gimmicks. The people of Newark, and the people of New Jersey, deserve honest investments.

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  153. Jun 27

    Join me and Mayor to discuss the impact of the Legislature’s budget on our communities. We cannot play the same old games and jeopardize investments in our public schools, hospitals, and mass transit.

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  154. Jun 26

    Honored to swear in Marlene Caride as the Commissioner of the Department of Banking and Insurance today.

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  155. Jun 26

    The Supreme Court’s decision on ’s travel ban is deeply troubling. Make no mistake, this is a ban targeting Muslims, as stated by the President himself. New Jersey will not stand for this xenophobic and discriminatory agenda.

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  156. Jun 26

    The Legislature’s budget is nearly $1 billion short of revenue and only provides temporary relief for . We cannot be afraid to put the long-term needs of riders before the short-term wants of Trenton’s insider politics.

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  157. Jun 26

    Today’s lesson: We may not always win, but we’ll always stand up for what’s right. I’m proud of the lawyers who pushed back and fought on. No matter what folks in D.C. say, our country is a welcoming one, and we’ll keep fighting for the values we cherish.

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  158. Jun 26

    : Federal judge in Brownsville, Texas grants New Jersey’s motion to intervene in lawsuit. DOJ won’t defend DACA, so we will. The lives of 17,000+ Dreamers in New Jersey are at stake.

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  159. Jun 26

    The budget the Legislature sent me is not balanced and not sustainable. Here’s why.

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  160. Jun 25

    We have time to close a nearly $1 billion gap, but only if we are willing to put politics and the old Chris Christie way of doing business aside and work together. We can, and must, get this done. We have an historic opportunity to change direction after the past eight years.

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  161. Jun 25

    We must have a budget built on sustainable, reliable, and real revenues. No short-term gimmicks, no games, no phantom savings from audits we haven’t even done yet.

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  162. Jun 25

    The Legislature’s budget has a nearly $1 billion shortfall, relies on short-term revenues, and puts core investments in our public schools, NJ TRANSIT, and property tax relief at risk. New Jersey’s taxpayers cannot continue paying the price for these gimmicks and one-shots.

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  163. Jun 25

    I cannot sign a budget that falls nearly $1 billion short and risks every investment we need to make in our public schools, hospitals, trains, and in property tax relief. The Legislature’s budget will ultimately hurt the very people it needs to lift up.

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  164. Jun 24

    The people of New Jersey have, on issue after issue, seen promises quickly broken. What needs to be broken is this cycle of making promises Trenton has no intention to keep.

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  165. Jun 22

    Thank you , & everyone who worked so hard to help New Jersey become the 2nd state to !

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  166. Jun 22

    Productive meeting today with Commissioner on fully funding our public schools and distributing aid fairly. The Legislature’s budget won’t sustain these investments. We need to pass a budget that will.

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  167. Jun 22

    No child should be forced or coerced into marriage. Today, I signed legislation making New Jersey the second state in the nation to ban child marriage. New Jersey will be a national leader in protecting the welfare of children.

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  169. Jun 22

    Discussing the need for sustainable, long-term investments in , public schools, and property tax relief with Treasurer Liz Muoio. We can't get New Jersey back on track using the same failed Christie playbook.

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  170. Jun 22

    We are one New Jersey – North, CENTRAL, and South. Thanks , Jon Stewart, and for giving Central Jersey the recognition it deserves!

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  171. Jun 21

    The people of New Jersey elected me to end business as usual. The Legislature seems intent on keeping the legacy of Chris Christie alive and well in Trenton, with a budget to match. I will not put forward gimmicks and games that I know are ticking time bombs and call it a day.

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  172. Jun 21

    Join me live as I provide an update on budget negotiations and the need for long-term, recurring revenues to build a stronger and fairer New Jersey:

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  173. Jun 21

    New Jersey will be filing a lawsuit to challenge the federal government’s family separation policy. As a father, I find it incomprehensible that children have yet to be reunited with their families, even after the President’s executive order.

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  175. Jun 20

    Today I had the honor of swearing in two committed public servants into the cabinet: - Commissioner Diane Gutierrez-Scaccetti - Commissioner

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  176. Jun 20

    My budget is based on long-term, recurring revenues to fully fund our public schools. Short-term revenues will shortchange our students.

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  177. Jun 20

    We all agree that fully funding our schools is crucial for giving our children the education they deserve. However, one-shots and gimmicks won’t get us there. We need sustainable, recurring revenues to make the investments we need for truly world-class public education.

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  178. Jun 20

    Our complaint and letter is joined by labor, civil rights, immigration, faith and progressive groups. Will you add your name to the letter before I go to the UN this morning?

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  179. Jun 20

    On World Refugee Day, we reaffirm our commitment to keeping New Jersey a beacon of hope to the world.

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  180. Jun 19

    Today I signed an Executive Order declaring that no state resources will be used to assist in the Trump administration’s cruel policy of separating children from their parents. This policy is an affront to our values as New Jerseyans and as Americans.

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  181. Jun 19

    Today I had the honor of swearing in three incredible cabinet members: - Commissioner - Commissioner - Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo

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  182. Jun 19

    My proposed budget invests in because our state needs smart and strong infrastructure, not more delays and breakdowns.

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  183. Jun 19

    My proposed budget would provide for new employees, long-term investments in maintenance and new software to keep the systems running on-time. It would expand services. In contrast, the Legislature’s budget is a temporary infusion that would disappear after two years.

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  184. Jun 19

    Years of budget cuts have hurt the lives and livelihoods of hundreds of thousands of folks who rely on . We need a budget that is fiscally sound and based on permanent, sustainable solutions. We can’t ignore the long-term issues confronting NJ for the sake of politics.

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  185. Jun 19

    The policy of separating families of immigrants is inhumane and cruel. Today I will sign an executive order to prevent any state resources from being used to help federal authorities separate families. New Jersey will not be a party to this inhumane policy.

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  186. Jun 19

    Join me at the Trenton Transit Center to discuss how my proposed budget will help improve with sustainable, recurring revenue. It’s time to stop playing politics and it’s time to fix our great state.

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  187. Jun 18

    Join me in supporting 's efforts to bring 's to , NJ. He's helping to create a more peaceful, just, sustainable and healthier world! cc:

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  188. Jun 18

    It’s a great day for New Jersey – legendary concert venue and bowling alley has a brand new home. Thanks to all who worked to bring back this local landmark and create a place that represents the spirit and attitude of Asbury Park.

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  189. Jun 18

    Join me tonight at 7:00 p.m in Asbury Park with as I take your questions! Tune in. Use the hashtag .

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  190. Jun 18

    Let’s be perfectly clear – the choice to implement this appalling policy is a choice President Trump, and no one else, made. It has no basis in law or Scripture. The ability to do the right thing rests on his shoulders, and his alone.

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  191. Jun 18

    I add my voice to the chorus rightfully condemning the President’s decision to allow such inhumane treatment of children and families. That these detainment practices are being conducted in New Jersey, within mere miles of the Statue of Liberty, is beyond abhorrent.

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  192. Jun 18

    The Trump policy of separating families, housing children in cages, and preventing members of Congress from even seeing the conditions in which migrant families are housed defies any sense of logic and human decency.

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  193. Jun 18

    For centuries, America has been a refuge for those seeking freedom and yearning for a better life. President Trump has turned this promise on its head.

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  194. Jun 18

    Happy to announce that New Jersey’s official state reptile is now the bog turtle. Thanks to a dedicated group of elementary school students, teachers and lawmakers, we can help shine a light on bog turtles – once a thriving species in New Jersey, now on the verge of extinction.

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  195. Jun 18

    Today officially kicked off a year-long planning process for the 2019 Energy Master Plan with staff from across the executive branch. Together, we are going to put the state on a path to 100% clean energy by 2050 and build New Jersey’s clean energy economy.

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  196. Jun 18

    New Jersey has a new state reptile!

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  197. Jun 18

    The people of New Jersey did not send us here to keep practicing Chris Christie’s broken politics. The past eight years hollowed out our middle class and led to 11 credit downgrades. If I need to veto the Legislature’s budget for us to reach that goal, I am prepared to do so.

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  198. Jun 18

    The Legislature is proposing almost $1 billion in unsustainable revenues. They are proposing $450m in new spending – including savings and efficiencies that are largely not real. Under their proposal, we would close the next fiscal year with a $164 million deficit.

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  199. Jun 18

    We need a responsible budget based on real, sustainable revenue that makes an historic investment in the middle class.

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  200. Jun 17

    Happy Father’s Day, New Jersey!

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  201. Jun 17

    Late last night, tragedy struck Trenton, with over 20 people injured in a shooting at an arts festival. We are grateful to our first responders and all those who sprung to action to help. Because of faith, because of community, we will rise above this senseless violence.

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  202. Jun 17

    We awoke to news of a mass shooting right here in Trenton. Art All Night is a time when we all come together. We cannot let gun violence tear us apart. These are not inappropriate times to talk about gun policy. These are the most important times to talk about gun policy.

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  203. Jun 17

    Heartbroken by the shootings in Trenton. Mercer County Prosecutor Onofri is leading the investigation and is providing essential support. If you have info, call tip line at (609) 989-4000.

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  204. Jun 17

    Devastating news after the Trenton shooting this AM. Spoke with leadership at Hospital and Hospital in Trenton. Counseling and mental health services are available to victims + families in their emergency rooms. closely monitoring.

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  205. Jun 17

    On my way to Galilee Baptist Church in Trenton. Devastated by last night’s shooting at Art All Night Trenton. We must eradicate the scourge of gun violence from our communities.

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  206. Jun 16

    Another great run through one of my favorite towns with at the Red Bank Classic 5K to benefit the and .

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  207. Jun 15

    Num ambiente extraordinário, foi emocionante assistir com a comunidade portuguesa, em Newark, ao jogo da e, mais uma vez, a um super capitão que é o . Temos uma equipa de fibra, que não desiste e luta até ao fim. Parabéns a todos. Força !

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  208. Jun 15

    Today I joined Prime Minister of Portugal to honor the brave men and women from our armed services at the Portuguese-American Veterans Monument in Newark.

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  209. Jun 15

    I have a simple approach: Fix what’s broken and make sure that everyone is paying their fair share. New Jersey didn’t elect me to paper over problems with the same failed policies of the past.

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  210. Jun 15

    I refuse to do that. When it came to making the hard choices to fix our problems my predecessor kicked the can down the road – I won’t. New Jersey deserves a real budget that offers real solutions.

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  211. Jun 15

    For the past eight years, Gov Christie cut irresponsible budget deals that weakened our economy and hurt our middle class, resulting in 11 credit downgrades. These budgets shortchanged priorities like and our public schools by resorting to short-term gimmicks.

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  212. Jun 15

    Undoing the costly gimmicks of the past and resetting the sales tax at 7 percent is the right thing to do to make the investments we need in , property tax relief, and our public schools.

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  213. Jun 15

    Will your income taxes increase under the proposed state budget? We’re keeping income taxes steady for middle-class families and asking those at the top to pay their fair share.

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  214. Jun 15

    Here are my picks for the .

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  215. Jun 15

    Today marks the end of Ramadan. To our New Jersey Muslim community, Eid Mubarak!

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  216. Jun 14

    New Jersey’s doing an incredible job moving forward. I’m excited to see others follow this great example. 50 laws in 25 states have been passed since the tragedy at our school. Many others can be prevented by taking steps to improve our laws.

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  217. Jun 14

    New Jersey always wins!

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  218. Jun 14

    New Jersey and Atlantic Coast states do not want our coasts open to offshore drilling. Thanks and friends for leading on this issue. The New Jersey delegation is behind you!

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  219. Jun 14

    Happy Flag Day, New Jersey! Today we commemorate the 241st anniversary of the American flag.

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  220. Jun 14

    I’m putting $20 on the tonight and $20 on to win the 2019 500!

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  221. Jun 14

    Legal sports betting means our casinos in and our racetracks can attract new business and new fans, creating jobs and strengthening the economy. Today at , I saw the future of New Jersey gaming, and it is bright.

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  222. Jun 13

    ABSOLUTELY ABSURD to penalize states who do not want drilling off our shores. Have my colleagues not heard of "States Rights" in deciding their own policies?? Will vigorously fight this & similar idiotic proposals. New Jersey & in particular DOES NOT WANT DRILLING!

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  223. Jun 14

    History has been made! Governor Phil Murphy has made the first legal sports bet in New Jersey. The Monmouth Park Sports Book by William Hill is now officially open 7 days a week! Come be a part of the excitement.

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  224. Jun 14

    Thrilled to place the first legal sports bets in New Jersey at earlier today. A great step forward for New Jersey’s economy and sports fans.

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  225. Jun 14

    I’ll be live at 9:45 on CBS 880 to discuss first day of sports betting!

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  226. Jun 13

    Today’s sweeping gun safety measures send a strong and clear message to President Trump, Congress, and the gun lobby. New Jersey is going to be a leader in the fight for common sense gun safety laws whether or not the federal government takes action.

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  227. Jun 13

    We are so grateful to and the state legislature for enacting six new common sense gun laws! – at Hughes Justice Complex

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  228. Jun 13

    Now is the time for the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of New Jersey to shine! As we launch the Innovation Challenge, we want specific plans that will support inclusive economic development and enhance the local business ecosystem.

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  229. Jun 13

    Responsible gun ownership may be a right. But so are driving, taking drugs when prescribed, and smoking. will now also target risks of with . A historic bill signing today with and student !

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  230. Jun 13

    Common sense gun safety laws keep our communities safe. Today I signed landmark legislation that: - Establishes background checks on private gun sales - Reduces magazine capacity - Bans armor-piercing bullets - Keeps guns out of the wrong hands

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  231. Jun 13
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    Thank you for your leadership in this issue. I am a NJ school nurse and I appreciate the sense of urgency you have shown through the action steps taken to begin to address the public health crisis of gun violence. I am also the aunt and daughter of survivors of 2 mass shootings.

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  232. Jun 13

    New Jersey’s kids deserve better than to live in fear of gun violence. Join me in Trenton as I sign landmark gun safety legislation:

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  233. Jun 13

    . and the Meadowlands region are an ideal site for the World Cup. New Jersey has hosted World Cup matches before and we are more than ready to do so again.

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  234. Jun 13

    Thrilled that the United Bid - a joint effort by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico - has been selected to host the 2026 !

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  235. Jun 12

    LISTEN: Talking to , explains how the rollout of sports betting in New Jersey will work. First bets to be placed Thursday.

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  236. Jun 12

    On the two-year anniversary of the shooting, our hearts are heavy thinking of the 49 lives tragically lost that day. Tomorrow, I will sign into law some of the toughest gun laws in the nation in honor of all those lost to senseless gun violence.

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  237. Jun 12

    Too many New Jerseyans have been impacted by the opioid epidemic. My proposed budget will make sure we help those who need it the most with a $100 million investment to combat the crisis.

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  238. Jun 11

    Today, we’re finally making the dream of legalized sports betting a reality for New Jersey. This is the right move for our state and will strengthen our economy.

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  239. Jun 11

    My proposed budget invests in public schools to ensure that New Jersey can lead in the innovation economy. Universal pre-K, computer science in every high school, and tuition-free community college make our state smarter and stronger.

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  240. Jun 10

    Happy to be in Paramus as we celebrate Israel’s 70th birthday with the

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  241. Jun 10

    Had an incredible time at the North Jersey Pride Festival in Maplewood today! 🏳️‍🌈

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  242. Jun 9

    Whether it’s delivering a baby or taking criminals off the streets, the interactions cops have with people across America make a difference and affect the lives of those they serve every day. Sometimes it doesn’t matter how old they are! 😉

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  243. Jun 8

    Congrats Center for Advanced Infrastructure & Transportation—their $2.57M award will build on CAITs record of breakthrough innovations. Advancing transportation takes fresh minds and new ideas to enhance mobility for all in NJ!

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  244. Jun 8

    The DOJ letter about the ACA sent to lawmakers last night is ridiculous and has destructive implications on public health. ACA Pre-existing condition protections have saved lives. , @NewJerseyAG, and will fight for the 700K+ New Jerseyans covered by ACA.

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  245. Jun 8

    The New Jersey Apprenticeship Network will match New Jerseyans with opportunities in effective apprenticeship programs, including in high-growth sectors, to spur educational attainment and economic development Apply now at

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  246. Jun 8

    Leonia’s Anthony Bourdain traveled the world, but came home to “show people that Jersey is still awesome." Tammy and I were great fans. Condolences to his family, friends, and everyone who loved to explore parts unknown with him, with no reservations.

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  247. Jun 8

    Join me in New Brunswick as I announce efforts to expand apprenticeships in New Jersey:

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  248. Jun 8

    Add me on Snapchat for a behind the scenes look at our state government.

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  249. Jun 7

    Dev Patel just got a call from to congratulate him for being elected Governor of JSA for mid-Atlantic States. Dev is at his prom tonight and he was so thrilled to speak with Governor Phil Murphy. – at Liberty House

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  250. Jun 7

    By refusing to defend large portions of the ACA, the Trump Administration is trying to override multiple votes of Congress, multiple Supreme Court decisions, and—apparently—the advice of career attorneys at the Department of Justice.

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  251. Jun 7

    New Jersey intervened to defend the Affordable Care Act because we feared that the Trump Administration could not be trusted to carry out its constitutional duty to defend the law. We now know that we were right to be worried.

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  252. Jun 7

    Proud to see six more of our incredible cabinet members get confirmed today: Commissioner Marlene Caride Commissioner Norbut Beyer Commissioner Commissioner Secretary

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  253. Jun 7

    Congratulations and thank you for your leadership with regards to gun safety. Because of your leadership, NJ will now have some of the toughest gun laws in the country.

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  254. Jun 7

    Today, New Jersey passed sweeping gun safety legislation, including measures to expand background checks, reduce magazine capacity, and keep firearms out of the wrong hands. On Wednesday, I'll sign these bills into law, establishing some of the toughest gun laws in the nation.

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  255. Jun 6

    On this day 74 years ago, Allied Forces stormed the beaches in Normandy, risking everything in the fight for freedom and democracy. We remember their sacrifice and honor their legacy.

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  256. Jun 5

    This is what Bobby Kennedy means to me.

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  257. Jun 5

    “Elections remind us not only of the rights but the responsibilities of citizenship in a democracy.” -RFK

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  258. Jun 4

    I support the growth of offshore wind in a way that creates jobs and reduces dependence on fossil fuels. We can’t allow for stagnation in this growing sector of our energy economy, and we can’t lose sight of the tremendous opportunity for offshore wind off the Jersey Shore.

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  259. Jun 4

    Treasurer Muoio: "A reporter recently asked me if I would vote for 's proposed revenue raisers if I were still a legislator. Without hesitation, I answered 'yes.'"

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  260. Jun 3

    Proud to march in the Parade to celebrate the strength and resilience of the community. New Jersey will remain a national leader in the fight for LGBTQ equality.

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  261. Jun 1

    Jersey swag. Jersey proud. Jersey accent. Jersey strong! Inspired by these NJ women athletes & supporters! @APSuperREP

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  263. Jun 1

    A beautiful night celebrating New Jersey's diverse community at the .

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  264. Jun 1

    Climate change is real and it is impacting the future of every state, especially NJ. Proud to stand with the Alliance in support of the . We will continue to invest in clean energy to benefit all our residents & our economy.

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  265. Jun 1

    On Day, we recommit to enacting some of the strongest common sense gun safety laws in the nation. We know New Jersey can lead the way.

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  266. Jun 1

    Many families live in fear that hefty surprise medical bills could destroy them financially—that needs to change. Today, I signed a bill that fights high out-of-network medical expenses because a health emergency shouldn’t bring financial ruin.

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  267. Jun 1

    In Woodbridge today for Governor Murphy’s signing of “Out of Network” (A2039) sponsored by , & into law

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  268. Jun 1

    Join me in Woodbridge as I sign a bill to protect New Jerseyans from high out-of-network medical expenses.

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  269. May 31

    . started racing in speedways in Wall and New Egypt— now he’s the 2017 Cup Series Champion. Off the track, his philanthropy in the fight against cancer makes him an even greater standout. Honored to meet with him today. 🏁

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  270. May 30

    From to to , New Jersey is home to trailblazing women athletes. Tonight at , we recognized the power and influence of women in sports, and how sports inspires us to knock down barriers in society.

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  271. May 30

    Honored to help open New Jersey’s newest medical school – the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine at . Training new doctors in New Jersey will lead to more physicians practicing here, boosting access to high-quality, affordable health care for our residents.

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  272. May 29

    Honored to host an Iftar at for Ramadan. Bringing together both Muslim and non-Muslim New Jerseyans for a night of faith and community. This is what makes our state great.

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  273. May 29

    Turning New Jersey around starts with: ✔️ Fixing our economy ✔️ Creating jobs and opportunities in innovation and infrastructure ✔️ Treating workers fairly ✔️ Making investments that underpin and foster long-term growth

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  274. May 29

    Announcing a new loan forgiveness program for students who work and stay in we work together to reinvigorate our . – at Stevens Institute of Technology

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  275. May 29

    If we are to grow New Jersey’s innovation economy, we cannot lose STEM students to other states after graduation. To keep the New Jerseyans training for these jobs here, we will begin a STEM loan forgiveness program and a paid STEM internship program.

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  276. May 29

    Join me in Hoboken as I announce a STEM loan forgiveness plan and a paid STEM internship program:

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  277. May 28

    We can never truly repay the debt we owe our fallen heroes. But we can remember them, honor their sacrifice, and affirm in our own lives those enduring ideals of justice, equality, and opportunity for which generations of Americans have given that last full measure of devotion.

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  278. May 28

    Today we commemorate the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country, fighting for our freedom and defending our democracy. They have our eternal gratitude. To those currently serving in our armed forces – we thank you.

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  279. May 28

    We observe to ensure that the memories of the brave servicemen and women of New Jersey, and of our nation, are never forgotten.

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  280. May 28

    Honored to march in the Union Township Parade. Together we honor the sacrifice of men and women who have died in service to this country, and reflect on the loved ones who lost.

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  282. May 27

    Thanks you, , for welcoming and me. We love Belmar!

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  283. May 27

    A bit rainy, but still lots of fun on the Jersey Shore!

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  285. May 26

    This weekend, take time to remember why we observe .

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  286. May 26

    Amazing work as always, the young people will win.

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  287. May 26

    Today, at Brigadier General William C. Doyle Memorial Cemetery in Wrightstown, we honored the hallowed memories of all our state’s sons and daughters who gave their lives for the most American of ideals – service to country and furthering the cause of liberty.

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  288. May 25

    Within 5 months, and signed 53 NJ hospitals (over 50%) onto NJ Health Information Network! A secure, statewide network of health info will fuel an innovation economy that supports- creating both jobs and modern health solutions.

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  289. May 25

    Proud to announce the completion of construction on the Mathis Bridge – just in time for summer. This critical infrastructure project will help over 13,000 drivers reach Seaside Park and surrounding communities every day.

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  290. May 25

    Loved spending time with Tinton Falls Mayor and World War II veteran Vito Perillo and hearing about his time in the service. At the age of 93, he is the second oldest mayor in the country!

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  291. May 25

    Today, we are announcing the completion of construction and the reopening of the Mathis Bridge in Seaside Park – just in time for summer.

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  292. May 25

    Tune in to 95.5 PLJ to hear us kick off the summer live at Jenkinsons in Point Pleasant Beach!

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  293. May 24

    Inspired by student activists from Maplewood and South Orange who led school walkouts against gun violence. Thanks , for bringing them to visit. New Jersey is on the verge of passing sweeping gun safety legislation. These students are on the right side of history.

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  294. May 24

    Honored to meet 99-year-old WWII Army veteran Sidney Walton on his “No Regrets Tour” – visiting every state and meeting every governor in the U.S. Thank you for visiting us, and we are grateful for your service.

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  295. May 24

    New Jersey is climbing out of the deep hole that we have been stuck in for too long. We will not solve our deep challenges with more of the short-term gimmicks that have held us back.

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  296. May 23

    “We needed someone clearly who could help us punch our weight on the stuff that mattered to our residents, on the stuff that was happening on the national agenda.”

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  297. May 23

    Today was a proud day for New Jersey as signed our legislation to improve and expand the state's renewable energy programs!

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  299. May 23

    Moving New Jersey to the head of the pack in the fight against climate change and to protect public health— thank you

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  300. May 23

    New Jersey’s clean energy future is within reach if we start taking big, bold steps now.

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  301. May 23

    The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that solar installer and wind turbine service technician jobs will have the highest rate of growth of any occupation between 2016-2026: 104.9% and 96.3%, respectively. We want this growth to take place in NJ.

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  302. May 23

    . will work to implement a community solar energy program, so more residents can take advantage of the opportunities solar energy provides – especially those in underserved communities who have not had the ability to access solar energy.

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  303. May 23

    New Jersey will also support a diverse portfolio of clean energy initiatives and clear and attainable benchmarks: 21 percent of the energy sold in NJ will be derived from renewable or sustainable technologies by 2020, 35 percent by 2025, and 50 percent by 2030.

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  304. May 23

    New Jersey will establish a program to support the Salem and Hope Creek nuclear energy plants – which produce 40 percent of our power and over 90 percent of our clean energy while supporting over 5,800 workers.

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  305. May 23

    Today’s executive order directs the development of a comprehensive Energy Master Plan for NJ that will put us on a path to 100% clean energy by 2050. This plan, due by next June, will tie our current efforts together and underpin the efforts yet to come.

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  306. May 23

    We are moving NJ on a path towards being a global leader in clean and renewable energy. As a state already experiencing the brunt of climate change, it is a matter of survival. That is why today I took multiple actions to get us further toward these goals.

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  307. May 23

    A Jersey kid who never forgot his roots. One of the greatest novelists of all time. Rest In Peace, Philip Roth.

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  308. May 22

    Investing in our future. Driving economic growth. Reclaiming the innovation and infrastructure economies. Ensuring all New Jerseyans benefit. This is what a stronger New Jersey looks like.

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  309. May 21

    New Jersey has incredible workers, infrastructure, schools, location and diversity – everything that makes us a world-class place for business. My budget will help us regain our standing as a center of the innovation economy.

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  310. May 21

    . and I are deeply saddened by the death of Trooper Brian McNally, who was killed in an off duty car crash yesterday evening while returning from weekend military service in PA. Our thoughts and prayers are with the McNally family and the at this difficult time.

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  311. May 21

    Exit 14A used to be synonymous with high accident rates, congestion, and diminished air quality. Today, 14A has wider lanes and ramps, increased vehicle capacity, and reengineered roads.

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  312. May 21

    Proud to announce the new and improved Exit 14A off the Turnpike. This critical infrastructure project will benefit local residents and the approximately 50,000 motorists who take this exit off the Turnpike every day.

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  313. May 21

    Join us as we mark the end of construction for the vastly improved interchange at Exit 14A on the New Jersey Turnpike:

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  314. May 20

    As we help grow New Jersey’s innovation economy, I have tasked the Jobs and Economic Opportunity Council with developing a strategic plan to ensure that we welcome & support cutting-edge research, risk-taking entrepreneurs, & forward-thinking businesses.

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  315. May 19

    A happy and healthy - from our family to yours.

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  316. May 19

    We are forever grateful for your service and sacrifice to this country.

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  317. May 19

    Thank you, . We will continue to stand by Puerto Rico. We will continue to support our fellow Americans.

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  318. May 19

    Mayors are on the front lines of our communities - balancing budgets and delivering critical services. Today in Chesilhurst, I met with a bipartisan group of small town mayors from municipalities of 5,000 or less. Since taking office, I’ve proudly met with over 300 NJ mayors.

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  319. May 19

    Honored to run with the brave men and women of the in the 37th Annual NJ State Police 5K Chase in Trenton with @NewJerseyAG and Colonel Callahan.

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  320. May 18

    So proud of this cabinet. Terrific retreat today at .

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  322. May 18

    An unconscionable attack on from the Trump-Pence Administration. Title X has given women access to contraception and control over their health and well-being. This decision puts the health of thousands of women in jeopardy.

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  323. May 18

    . and I are heartbroken by today's school shooting in Santa Fe. Thoughts and prayers are not enough. What happened today is not an anomaly. This is now tragically common – and it can be stopped. The federal government must take action now to end this epidemic.

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  324. May 17

    At a local hospital this evening, and I visited privately with families and injured students involved in today’s school bus crash on Route 80. Our thoughts and prayers are with all families and school officials affected by today’s tragedy.

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  325. May 17

    Just arrived on scene at East Brook Middle School in Paramus - the local command center for the school bus crash earlier today on Route 80. Our hearts are broken by today’s tragedy.

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  326. May 17

    Our health disaster team has joined and is on scene at the school bus crash on I-80 in Mount Olive Township assisting with family reunification and counseling. If you or a loved one are affected, please look out for them. – at Trenton, NJ

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  327. May 17

    . has been briefed on the school bus crash on Route 80 westbound near exit 25 in Mount Olive Township. are on the scene at this time. All lanes have been shut down.

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  328. May 17

    investigating serious MVA westbound on I-80 @ MP 25 in Mount Olive Twp, Morris County involving a school bus and dump truck. All lanes shut down. No further information available at this time.

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  329. May 16

    Are you prepared? If it has been raining hard for several hours, or steadily raining for several days, be alert to the possibility of a flood, especially if you live in a low lying or flood prone area. Get tips at

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  330. May 16

    Over 45,000 outages statewide from yesterday’s thunderstorms. . is holding all utilities accountable and working to get all residents back on the grid as soon as possible.

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  331. May 16

    There are still approximately 50,000 New Jersey homes and businesses without power following last night's thunderstorms. We are monitoring the outages and working with utilities to get the lights back on. For more information, visit or call 211.

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  332. May 16

    The BPU is monitoring the storm outages closely & we have been in constant contact with the utilities throughout the night. We are doing everything we can to ensure power is restored as quickly as possible. If you are without power, please notify your utility company ASAP.

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  333. May 16

    Utility crews have been working throughout the night & will continue to work until power is restored to all those affected by last night’s storms. Learn what to do during a here

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  334. May 15

    We are closely monitoring today’s thunderstorms and power outages. A flash flood watch remains in effect for counties including and south of Middlesex, Somerset, and Hunterdon. A severe thunderstorm watch remains in effect until 11:00 p.m. statewide.

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  335. May 15

    It’s the first night of Ramadan! I wish all of our Muslim brothers and sisters in New Jersey a blessed Ramadan, from our family to yours.

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  336. May 15

    When we formed States for Gun Safety, we recognized the critical need for data-driven research on gun violence. Working together with our partner states, we’ve formed a Gun Violence Research Consortium to fill the void left by federal inaction.

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  337. May 15

    Who said that education should be a right for everyone between the ages of 5 to 18, but not before 5, or after 18? At , I discussed my vision for NJ to become the first state to lock-in access to a free education for everyone from pre-K through to an associate’s degree.

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  338. May 15

    Join me live at the Conference today:

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  339. May 14

    Honored to sign a resolution this morning recognizing the 70th anniversary of the establishment of the State of Israel. I look forward to working with to deepen the economic, social, and cultural ties between our people.

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  340. May 14

    Today the Supreme Court sided with New Jersey in striking down the arbitrary federal ban on sports betting. Today’s ruling will finally allow authorized New Jersey facilities to take the same bets that are legal in other states.

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  341. May 13

    My budget starts NJ down a 4-year path to expanding pre-K statewide. Pre-K builds a strong foundation for a child’s educational future and has profound effects on closing the achievement gap. Every dollar we put into pre-K pays us back many times over throughout a child’s life.

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  342. May 12

    Best. State. Ever.

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  344. May 13

    Forever grateful to my mother and the mother of our children. My guiding lights. Happy all!

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  345. May 11

    "Your generation is not letting anyone tell you to sit and wait your turn. I look forward to watching you change our world,“ said to the graduates who filled today.

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  346. May 11

    NJ EDA’s board today advanced several key elements of ’s innovation agenda, investing in early stage companies and continuing to make progress on the Innovation Hub in New Brunswick

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  347. May 11

    We must recommit to opening the doors to economic opportunity for thousands of residents jailed for non-violent drug-related offenses. Our current system has failed and put a mark on too many people, preventing them from furthering their educations or getting jobs.

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  348. May 11

    Rise and shine, New Jersey ☀️

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  349. May 10

    Nice work ! Getting AK-47s , AR-15s and high capacity magazines off our streets. In the first quarter of 2018, 77 percent of crime guns came into NJ from other states. Visit for more info.

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  350. May 10

    I support the legalization, regulation, and taxation of marijuana sales to adults. Legalization will allow us to reinvest directly in our communities. These investments will pay dividends far greater than the cost of mass incarceration.

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  351. May 9

    Today, representatives from States for Gun Safety convened in New Jersey to collaborate on tracking and intercepting illegal guns, sharing information, and addressing the scourge of gun violence in our region.

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  352. May 9

    Exciting news from New Jersey which today became most recent state to ensure DREAMers are eligible for state financial aid to pursue higher education! Grateful for leadership of & hopeful more states - & Congress - will follow his example.

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  353. May 9

    Our DREAMers are as much New Jerseyans as my kids. They grew up and were educated here and want to be part of our future economic success. That’s why today I signed a bill to allow our DREAMers to be eligible to receive state tuition assistance to help pay for their educations.

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  354. May 9

    BREAKING: signs state financial aid bill into law, opening the doors to higher education for NJ Dreamers! When we fight, we win.

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  355. May 9

    Join us live at the most diverse college in our nation, as we sign a bill to allow New Jersey DREAMers to be eligible to receive state tuition assistance to help pay for their educations:

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  356. May 9

    For 8 years, property taxes rose nearly 19% as public schools were underfunded by $9 billion. Fares for commuters went up 36% and customer service deteriorated. My budget is focused on reversing those trends and taking our state in a new direction on education & mass transit.

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  357. May 9

    We have just launched – a place for Garden State resources, multimedia and agency news. Stay tuned!

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  358. May 9

    Good morning! Welcome to another gorgeous spring day in New Jersey!

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  359. May 8

    Great time tonight at with our Asian American and Pacific Islander community to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. New Jersey’s strength comes from our diversity.

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  360. May 8

    A special thank you to , whose daughter was one of 17 killed in Parkland. Fred has channeled his grief into a campaign for gun safety. He faced unspeakable tragedy, and he fights every day to make sure no other father has to live through this ever again.

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  361. May 8

    While and Congressional Republicans continue to block commonsense gun safety laws and pledge their allegiance to the gun lobby, we will continue to challenge this status quo. NJ will continue to make it harder for those with ill-intent to get access to a gun.

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  362. May 8

    Today our administration released our first quarterly report on NJ gun crimes, and the findings are staggering: - 268 crime guns recovered - Over 77% of guns come from out of state - 93 people shot, 17 fatally This is an epidemic.

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  363. May 8

    One month ago, I signed an executive order requiring @NewJerseyAG to regularly publish the numbers of gun crimes by municipality, type of gun used, type of crime committed, and where the gun originated. Today, we are releasing our first report:

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  364. May 8

    I’m here at Fanny Meyers Hillers School in Hackensack to surprise teacher Norma Hernandez and her elementary school class.

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  365. May 7

    We are excited to partner with and Bill Castner to make sure New Jersey continues to be a national leader on gun safety. This is a model that will show others how we can take the fight against gun violence to the next level.

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  366. May 7

    I am honored to announce that Bill Castner will join our administration as Senior Advisor on Firearms. We hope that in having a single point of contact for our gun safety efforts we will be a model for the nation on smart policy and meaningful progress.

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  367. May 7

    Gun violence takes more than an emotional toll on our communities – it costs our state’s economy roughly $1.2 billion annually. Today we joined with and to renew our promise to keep New Jerseyans safe from gun violence. We must do better.

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  368. May 7

    Honored to join today with and to further our commitment to commonsense gun safety laws:

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  369. May 7

    In New Jersey, we will work to increase funding to the Educational Opportunity Fund, and we will create 3,500 new Tuition Aid Grant awards for students at our four-year colleges and universities. Tomorrow’s economy requires lifelong learning.

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  370. May 6

    A millionaire’s tax is the right thing to do – and now is the time to do it. We are standing for fairness and fiscal responsibility by asking those with taxable incomes in excess of $1 million to pay a little more.

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  371. May 5

    We had a terrific time at the Festival!

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  372. May 4

    It is hardworking mothers like Reynalda that remind us why a worker should not have to choose between getting a day’s wages or caring for a sick family member. That’s why this week we signed into law some of the nation’s strongest sick leave protections.

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  373. May 5

    Commonsense gun safety laws. A 100% clean energy future. Women’s health care. The rights of our LGBTQ brothers, sisters, & gender non-conforming individuals. Immigration policies that allow diverse & safe cities to flourish. We will continue to support New Jersey values.

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  374. May 4

    I remain committed to working with county and local officials in the search for long-term property tax relief. That effort starts with the effective promotion and implementation of commonsense shared services among communities.

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  375. May 4

    New Jersey will join 33 other states that allow taxpayers to make charitable contributions toward governmental goals in exchange for a reduction in taxes. Our mayors will now have this tool to provide relief for our property taxpayers.

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  376. May 4

    The bill I signed today will allow residents to preserve deductibility by enabling municipalities to create charitable funds through which taxpayers can donate in exchange for a tax credit of up to 90 percent of their donation against their property tax bill.

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  377. May 4

    The federal SALT deduction cap is a de facto tax hike on countless New Jersey households. and his Congressional enablers created this cap and designed their tax bill to benefit the wealthiest individuals and the biggest corporations. It is divisive and wrong.

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  378. May 4

    The Trump Administration and Republican Congressional leadership targeted homeowners in states like New Jersey when they wrote a law capping the SALT deduction. Join me as I sign legislation to help alleviate the unfair property tax burden.

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  379. May 3

    Good-paying jobs. Great schools. Safer communities. A cleaner environment. Reliable mass transit. Fairer taxes. Opportunity. Optimism. New Jersey is leading the way for our nation. That’s what a stronger and fairer New Jersey looks like.

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  380. May 3

    We're following through on our commitment to protect NJ's environment & fight against @EPAScottPruitt's rollbacks on vehicle emissions. This week, NJ joined 17 states suing the over fuel economy standards & today I officially signed the Zero-Emission Vehicle MOU pledge.

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  381. May 3

    The Task Force on Employee Misclassification will crack down on employers who commit 1099 fraud and cheat honest, hardworking people out of their rightfully earned and legally protected wages and benefits.

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  382. May 3

    There is only one reason why an employer will purposely misclassify an employee as an independent contractor – and that is to exploit that worker and rob them of wages, worker’s compensation, family and medical leave, unemployment insurance, or safe workplace protections.

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  383. May 3

    There are 24,000 marijuana-related arrests each year in NJ, with black residents arrested at three times the rate of white residents. NJ has the largest black-white incarceration gap in the nation - that's shameful, and legalizing marijuana is critical to reducing that disparity.

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  384. May 3

    Here’s the deal: I’ve tried marijuana literally once or twice many years ago, and I don’t have any desire to partake again. But this effort isn’t about me - this is about social justice.

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  385. May 3

    Misclassification is an unfair business practice – and it is illegal. With our new Task Force on Employee Misclassification, New Jersey will be able to ensure the laws are enforced.

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  386. May 2

    New Jersey is once again on the forefront of progress! Commending on this huge victory for the American worker. I am proud to cosponsor the Healthy Families Act in Congress because is way overdue nationwide. Hope this adds momentum to our fight.

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  387. May 2

    Yesterday was working the halls of the with , meeting with staff and thanking them for their service. 👟

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  388. May 2

    Paid sick leave is a victory for NJ workers and NJ families. Congress should follow ’s lead.

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  389. May 2

    Join me in thanking & Assemblywoman for their leadership in expanding in . Workers should never have to choose between good health or good jobs.

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  390. May 2

    For the 1.2 million New Jerseyans who don't have paid sick leave, today we say loud and clear: No one should sacrifice a day’s pay due to illness or because a loved one has fallen sick. Today, New Jersey joins nine states in guaranteeing paid sick leave.

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  391. May 2

    Today I am proud to sign a long overdue law to give workers and working families throughout New Jersey the peace of mind of paid sick leave:

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  392. May 1

    Thank you for signing this important piece of legislation into law and your commitment to the working people of New Jersey!

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  393. May 1

    Today at the Survivors of the Triangle memorial service, we were reminded of the sacrifices our first responders make every day to keep us safe.

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  394. May 1

    NJ Attorney General Grewal and attend the memorial service for the Survivors of the Triangle at the State Police Museum and Memorial Garden in West Trenton today. More photos:

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  395. May 1

    A worker shouldn't have to choose between getting a day’s wages or going to work with the flu. Tomorrow, I'm signing into law some of the strongest paid sick leave protections in the nation.

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  396. May 1

    expansion continues to race forward in - 20,000 patient milestone reached - 1500 patients added in the past month alone (rate still increasing) - 4,200 have joined since admin began and called for a program audit

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  397. Apr 30

    The federal tax bill slammed taxpayers by limiting the SALT deduction. We’re fighting back. On Friday, I’m signing legislation to give municipalities the ability to allow taxpayers to preserve their deductions.

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  398. Apr 30

    Raising the minimum wage to $15/hour is not only good for workers - it's good for businesses and our entire state economy.

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  399. Apr 30

    The rock star that is has arrived on Twitter. Looking forward to continuing this journey toward a stronger, fairer New Jersey together.

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  400. Apr 29

    A marginal increase in taxes for millionaires will generate $765 million a year that will be invested in our schools, tuition-free community college, NJ TRANSIT, and so much more.

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  401. Apr 28

    It’s Always Sunny in Asbury Park!

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  402. Apr 27

    If you haven't been able to keep up with the great work is doing to protect the environment, check out this list & our tracker. NJ is back on the leaderboard of Greenest States in USA, I'm fastening my seatbelt for the remainder of the year-even more to do!

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  403. Apr 27

    My budget puts New Jersey on a path to become the first state in the nation to provide every student with an education from pre-K through an associate's degree.

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  406. Apr 26

    We’ve had a very productive and this is just the beginning. Looking forward to getting more Democratic priorities enacted to move NJ forward.

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  408. Apr 26

    Paid sick leave is a boost for all of New Jersey. No one should lose a day's pay due to sickness or because a loved one has fallen ill. On Wednesday, I'll sign expansive paid sick leave protections into law to support working families and strengthen our economy.

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  409. Apr 25

    Today I wore my track shoes for a reason.

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  410. Apr 25

    In 100 days, we have sought to lift up our communities and reset our conversation from what government refuses to do, to what we can do together. We will not stop moving New Jersey forward.

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  411. Apr 25

    We are protecting the right of all New Jerseyans to access a free and open Internet by establishing our own net neutrality protections.

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  412. Apr 25

    We are working toward the legalization of marijuana to to combat the trend of mass incarceration, predominantly of young people of color. We are restarting the process of reviewing our criminal sentencing guidelines and moving to a more fair and balanced justice system in NJ.

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  413. Apr 25

    We are expanding our medical marijuana program so more New Jersey residents can get the treatment they need and avoid the dangers of opioid addiction.

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  414. Apr 25

    We will show the nation how a responsible society responds to its most pressing crises. Our administration stands for the health and reproductive rights of every woman, restoring funding for Planned Parenthood, and expanding access to family planning services under Medicaid.

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  415. Apr 25

    With our federal government and Congress threatening the pocketbooks of New Jersey families, it falls on states to act. On issues that Washington fails to work for the betterment of our people and our communities, New Jersey will lead.

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  416. Apr 25

    NJ has passed legislation to stop Trump's plan to drill for fossil fuels off the Jersey Shore. We have announced our intent to join our neighboring states in permanently banning fracking within the Del. River Watershed, are rejoining RGGI, and joining the U.S. Climate Alliance.

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  417. Apr 25

    Our goal of being a world leader in offshore wind production and component manufacturing is alive again. has already announced their intention to create a 1,000-megawatt windfarm off our coast to power more than 600,000 homes and businesses.

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  418. Apr 25

    We are opening up the flow of info so communities can see the local impacts of gun violence, including types of weapons & origin. Roughy 80% of guns used to commit crimes in NJ come from out-of-state. We will name & shame those states whose lax laws are hurting our communities.

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  419. Apr 25

    Gun safety legislation is moving toward my desk: ✔️Tightening our background check system ✔️Lowering magazine capacity ✔️Outlawing “cop killer” bullets ✔️Keeping guns out of the hands of those who pose threats to themselves or others I will sign these bills into law.

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  420. Apr 25

    We forged a new partnership – States for Gun Safety – with New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Delaware, Massachusetts and Puerto Rico. Together we will undertake the comprehensive regional approaches we need to combat gun violence in the absence of federal action.

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  421. Apr 25

    Automatic Voter Registration is now the law in New Jersey. We are the 12th state to ensure every citizen is registered to vote, and the 4th state to allow government agencies other than Motor Vehicle Commission to assist in this effort.

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  422. Apr 25

    Yesterday, we signed equal pay for equal work into law - the strongest equal pay protections in America.

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  423. Apr 25

    We are working to make a national model of efficient, reliable mass transit once again by investing in new leadership, infrastructure and jobs.

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  424. Apr 25

    New Jersey has made history with the most diverse cabinet in state history - with the most women ever appointed, the first Muslim commissioner, the first African American adjutant general, and the nation’s first Sikh attorney general.

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  425. Apr 25

    We are dedicated to a simple, obvious truth: Economic progress can’t be made without social progress and social progress can’t be achieved without economic progress. Upon this foundation – and together – we will build a stronger, fairer, and more just New Jersey.

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  426. Apr 25

    In January, we inherited a state where incomes were declining, job growth was stagnant, schools were underfunded, and mass transit was failing. In 100 days, we have started to reverse these trends by creating a bold, new future for New Jersey.

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  427. Apr 25

    Today marks 100 days since we started our journey of building a stronger, fairer New Jersey for all. Join us at in New Brunswick to mark our first 100 days in office and learn more about what’s to come.

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  428. Apr 25

    I have no one named John in my cabinet. But we do have Marlene, Christine, Deirdre, Sheila, Catherine, Zakiya, Carole, Sue, Tahesha, Liz, and Diane. The first majority-female appointee cabinet in NJ history.

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  429. Apr 24

    From the beginning, we committed to fighting for what’s right for millions of women across New Jersey. Today, we signed the nation’s strongest equal pay legislation into law to close the gender pay gap.

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  430. Apr 24

    Today we are sending a message far and wide to women across New Jersey and the nation – the only factors determining a worker’s wages should be her intelligence, experience and capacity to do the job.

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  431. Apr 23

    Growing up, I watched my mother work hard to provide a better life for me and my siblings. Tomorrow, I will honor her, and millions of hardworking women like her, when I sign into law the most sweeping equal pay legislation in America.

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  432. Apr 23

    Great to see buses, critical connective fabric for the state, getting love from . No fare increase, increasing drivers, reducing overcrowding, and keeping roads clear for buses to arrive on time. Bravo!

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  433. Apr 23

    Over half a million daily bus riders have far too often experienced overcrowding and unreliable service. That's why our proposed budget makes critical investments to help minimize delays, alleviate overcrowding, and invest in our workforce.

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  434. Apr 23

    For too long, bus customers have dealt with harsh challenges in their daily commutes. Join me as I announce my plan to improve bus service at the NJ TRANSIT Bus Central Maintenance Facility in Newark:

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  435. Apr 22

    So far, we have: ✔️Banned offshore oil & gas exploration ✔️Begun implementing the Offshore Wind Econ. Dev. Act ✔️Started process to rejoin RGGI ✔️Joined U.S. Climate Alliance ✔️Supported ban on fracking in the Del. River Basin ✔️Promoted environmental justice

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  436. Apr 22

    After 8 yrs of ignoring the threat of climate change in NJ, we have a federal administration that is openly working to undermine existing environmental regulations. For the health and prosperity of New Jersey and our world, let's lead the way to a clean energy future.

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  437. Apr 22

    We can't change the past, but we can change the future. We envision a 100% clean energy New Jersey by the year 2050. We want the world to join us.

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  438. Apr 22

    I believe we have a right to know what is in the water we drink, the food we eat, and the air we breathe. On this , we must resolve to do all that we can to leave this planet we call Earth a little cleaner and a little greener for generations yet unborn.

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  439. Apr 21

    Thanks for participating in the Jersey Shore 5K today!

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  440. Apr 21

    Beautiful run with Tammy Murphy at RunAPalooza in today.

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  441. Apr 20

    This morning, I spoke at the signing of the STOP Offshore Oil and Gas Act by Gov. Murphy, in Point Pleasant Beach:

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  442. Apr 20

    I will continue to seek solutions to the high property tax burden in New Jersey. Today, in response to the federal tax law limiting maximum state and local property tax deductions to $10K, I signed a bill clarifying that those who prepaid their taxes were authorized to do so.

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  443. Apr 20

    Low-income communities and communities of color often bear the brunt of pollution. Today, I signed an E.O. that ensures state agencies take into account environmental justice in their work. We all deserve to live free from the effects of climate change.

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  444. Apr 20

    We do this for the millions of people who live near and love our beaches, billions of dollars in economic activity, tens of thousands of jobs, and the thousands of businesses that rely on a safe and clean shoreline. We do this for today and for future generations.

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  445. Apr 20

    Today, I signed into law a bill to protect the Jersey shore from the potential devastation of offshore drilling. New Jersey will not stand by silently and allow and to open the ocean floor off our coast to oil and gas exploration.

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  446. Apr 20

    Join us as we sign into law a tough and sweeping measure to protect our coastline from the dangers of offshore drilling:

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  447. Apr 19

    Terrific town hall tonight in Newark. A lot of good questions. We’ll be following up with folks in the coming days. Looking forward to working with you all to build a stronger New Jersey.

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  448. Apr 19

    Join me for a town hall at Newark Technical High School:

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  449. Apr 19

    Join me and for a town hall today at 6:00 PM at Newark Technical High School to talk about how his proposed budget will affect New Jersey.

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  450. Apr 19

    Let's talk! We have a great town hall lined up tonight at Newark Technical High School. See you there.

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  451. Apr 19

    Offshore drilling would be a disaster for our environment, economy, and coastal communities. We must fight President Trump’s misguided plan. That's why, tomorrow in Point Pleasant, I’m signing into law bipartisan legislation to block oil companies from drilling in state waters.

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  452. Apr 18

    Education is the “great equalizer." We need to keep the cost of a college degree within reach for working families. Today at I spoke with students about how our budget investments in college affordability are vital for New Jersey to compete in the new economy.

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  453. Apr 18

    The people of Puerto Rico continue to suffer while the Trump Administration turns a blind eye. Stay strong, Puerto Rico. New Jersey continues to stand with you.

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  454. Apr 18

    Join me live from as I talk with students about how our budget investments would level the playing field by making college more affordable:

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  455. Apr 18

    Earlier this month, we commemorated the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Today, it falls on all our shoulders to carry on his work. I’m pleased to help open the 2018 Convention this morning to continue our important work on civil rights.

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  456. Apr 18

    Automatic voter registration expands access to the ballot, boosts participation, and combats the disturbing trend of voter suppression we’ve witnessed around the country. I’m proud to make expanding voting rights an early priority of my administration.

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  457. Apr 17

    America's matriarch, Barbara Bush set an example for the nation with her warmth and love of family, while championing the cause of literacy. Together with our four children, we extend our deepest condolences to President Bush and the Bush family during this difficult time.

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  458. Apr 17

    It's official: My bill, A-2014, to require automatic voter registration at State MVC agencies & permit registration with other agencies is now law. Thank you to my legislative colleagues for your support and for promptly enacting.

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  459. Apr 17

    Jared Maples may have been sworn in as the Director of today, but his son Jack was the Director of Ceremonies.

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  460. Apr 17

    Big day today in Trenton! I'm proud to officially welcome Civil Service Chair Deirdre Webster Cobb, Director of Jared Maples, Commissioner Sue Fulton, and Liz Mouio to our team!

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  461. Apr 17

    The more eligible people who are registered to vote, the stronger our democracy will be. Registering to vote should be simple and seamless. New Jersey will lead the nation in a whole-of-government approach in ensuring that voting rights are protected.

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  462. Apr 17

    Today, New Jersey enacted one of the most sweeping automatic voter registration policies in the nation to strengthen our democracy and expand voting rights. New Jersey’s efforts contrast with President Trump & others who seek to suppress voters’ voices.

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  463. Apr 17

    Today we will sign into law automatic voter registration legislation to expand and protect the rights of all eligible voters:

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  464. Apr 17

    They sacrifice their lives to keep us safe. We honor them today, and every day. We are forever grateful to the men and women of New Jersey law enforcement for their service and sacrifice.

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  465. Apr 17

    Big news for voting rights: New Jersey will become 13th state to adopt automatic voter registration today. Could register 600,000 new voters. “Opening democracy up has never been more important” tells me

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  466. Apr 17

    Every great journey begins with opportunity.

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  467. Apr 16

    Congratulations to on its new contract establishing living wages and protections for hotel workers. This is how we build a stronger and fairer New Jersey: by lifting up working families and creating a path to the middle class.

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  468. Apr 16

    In the age of President Trump and voter suppression, states must expand, not just protect, voting rights. That’s why tomorrow I will sign into law among the most expansive Automatic Voter Registration policies in the nation to empower New Jerseyans to make their voices heard.

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  469. Apr 15

    I’d like to invite you to join us for a town hall in Newark this Thursday to talk about what we can do to get New Jersey on track to a stronger future.

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  470. Apr 13

    When and his 3D Bitmoji feel the same way you do about this weather

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  471. Apr 14

    Happy to the Sikh community! Sikhism embodies the ideals of service, equality, and dignity—values that greatly strengthen our state. This is why I was honored to designate April as Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month in New Jersey.

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  472. Apr 14

    NJ DOH Commissioner Dr. Shereef Elnahal speaking at the March For Science! “And so in case anybody is left wondering: you now have a Governor that knows that data matters. That science matters. That facts matter!”

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  473. Apr 14

    WHEREAS, five musicians from New Jersey communities believed in their dream and used their talents to form Bon Jovi, one of the most famous, enduring rock bands of all time, and one that today is inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, we salute NJ’s finest on Bon Jovi Day!!!

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  474. Apr 14

    Today, New Jersey’s own Bon Jovi will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. In recognition of one of our most iconic artists, we’re proud to make April 14th “Bon Jovi Day” in New Jersey.

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  475. Apr 13

    Great to see and New Jersey take a big step toward renewable energy - Washington cannot stop us from meeting under the Paris Agreement.

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  476. Apr 12

    Black infants in America are now more than twice as likely to die as white infants. Black mothers are more than three times as likely to die from pregnancy-related causes as white mothers. This is unacceptable.

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  477. Apr 12

    Join me next Thursday in Newark for a town hall to talk about our plans to create a stronger and fairer New Jersey. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. at Newark Technical High School. Be sure to arrive early.

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  478. Apr 12

    Our administration is ready to partner with community leaders to build an economy that lifts all families and residents. Our budget will restore funding to Main Street New Jersey and the Neighborhood Preservation Program to create opportunity and renew neighborhoods.

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  479. Apr 12

    Join us in Montclair to discuss critical neighborhood investments in our budget:

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  480. Apr 12

    Watch the live stream of the roundtable discussion with and local leaders today in at 1 PM. Discussion is on Main Street NJ and neighborhood preservation and is part of his statewide roundtable discussions with leaders.

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  481. Apr 11

    On Holocaust Remembrance Day, we honor the memory of millions of innocent lives lost. Never again.

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  482. Apr 10

    Closing the wage gap is a critical issue for all women, future generations included, who aim to be the best they can be at their jobs. Women deserve to be paid fairly and equally for the work they do.

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  483. Apr 10

    Today on I am thankful for all my childhood memories with Dot, Jan, and Wal.

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  484. Apr 10

    Together we will expand pre-K throughout New Jersey and put our kids on an early path to success.

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  485. Apr 10

    There is no reason a woman in New Jersey should earn just 82 cents to the dollar made by a male for the same work. That’s why, two weeks from now on April 24th, I will sign into law the most sweeping equal pay legislation in America to close the gender wage gap.

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  486. Apr 9

    Honored to designate April as Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month in New Jersey.

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  487. Apr 9

    We will challenge a status quo that says universal public education should only extend from kindergarten through high school. Visiting a pre-K class at JFK Elementary School in Jamesburg reminds me how critical pre-K is to the success of our children.

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  488. Apr 8

    "Any death due to gun violence, is one death too many." -Gov. Murphy Good job New Jersey lets keep working hard to prevent gun violence 😘

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  489. Apr 9

    WATCH LIVE: discusses investment in statewide pre-K expansion

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  490. Apr 7

    Hearing Jaione’s story reminds me why I fight for gun reform.

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  491. Apr 7

    Another Saturday, another 5K. Thanks to for having me at the 12th Annual Run with Eagles 5K.

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  492. Apr 6

    Today I signed an exec order illustrating the effects of gun violence in a clear and simple way. NJ will now publish the numbers of gun crimes by municipality on its website, as well as quarterly state-by-state data on where guns used in NJ crimes were purchased.

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  493. Apr 6

    Join me live in Asbury Park as I sign an executive order to make information on gun crimes accessible to the public:

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  495. Apr 5

    Today, April 5, 2018, is Gold Star Spouses Day. Gold Star husbands and wives are the legacies of their spouses’ service. Each year on April 5th, we recognize Gold Star Spouses, and we honor their sacrifices for our country.

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  496. Apr 5

    . has attacked American companies regularly and indiscriminately. But these outbursts do not mask the fact that the President pushed through a massive, unnecessary tax cut for the wealthy – help that could have gone to the middle class.

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  497. Apr 5

    We will begin with a proposed investment of $50 million to help 15,000 New Jersey students of all ages attend community college tuition-free.

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  498. Apr 5

    Everyone deserves equal access to education, no matter where you are from, your background, your economic status or your abilities. Today, I spoke with students about my plans to make community college tuition-free for New Jersey students, young and old.

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  499. Apr 5

    Join me for a roundtable discussion at as we dig deeper into our proposed $50 million investment that would begin our path to making community college tuition-free for all:

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  500. Apr 4

    Thanks to everyone for coming out to our town hall meeting in Willingboro tonight. Town halls make me a better governor and public servant. Together, we will make our communities stronger and fairer.

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  501. Apr 4

    Surprised the folks at Barberz Inc. in Willingboro and ran into getting a cut before our town hall!

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  502. Apr 4

    Join me live as I hold a town hall in Willingboro:

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  503. Apr 4

    For all the advancements we have made today, we have not come nearly far enough. Now it is our time to finish the long march to equality and reach the mountaintop together.

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  504. Apr 4

    It now falls on our shoulders to carry on his work: - to raise the minimum wage - to combat gun violence - to ensure equal educational opportunities for all - to ensure a fair and balanced criminal justice system

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  505. Apr 4

    Let us also not forget that the very reason Dr. King traveled to Memphis on this day 50 years ago was to support the sanitation workers striking for better wages and safer working conditions.

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  506. Apr 4

    A week before his death, Dr. King visited New Jersey - a barnstorming day that took him to Newark, Jersey City, Orange, and Paterson - as part of his Poor People's Campaign for economic justice.

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  507. Apr 4

    Today, we commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and recommit to his fight for justice for all. It is on us to uphold Dr. King's legacy and fulfill his life work and mission.

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  508. Apr 4

    Join me live in Trenton, as we commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on the 50th anniversary of his death:

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  509. Apr 4

    Climate change is a real and imminent threat to New Jersey. The last administration turned a blind eye. We cannot.

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  510. Apr 4

    I'm also pleased that will be openings its first office in Atlantic City next month. The opening of this office is just the beginning, and I am particularly excited for to deepen its presence in New Jersey.

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  511. Apr 4

    Nearly a decade ago, NJ was poised to be a global leader in offshore wind generation. Then, because of politics, all progress stopped. Our offshore future was halted before it could begin. We need to reclaim our clean energy future through the power of offshore wind.

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  512. Apr 4

    Honored to speak at the International Offshore Wind Partnering Forum in Princeton, a gathering of hundreds of stakeholders committed to harnessing the power of wind energy and creating good-paying, 21st-century jobs.

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  513. Apr 4

    In commemoration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., I have directed all state flags to fly at half-mast today.

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  514. Apr 3

    I am proud to support ’s public health plan to fight , which includes providing funding to help eliminate barriers to treatment and expanding treatment options to our most vulnerable residents.

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  515. Apr 3

    The story of Passover is powered by hope, freedom, and resilience. Thanks to all for joining us for an uplifting interfaith Seder at Drumthwacket. Chag Sameach!

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  516. Apr 3

    Let the words that Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. spoke 50 years ago – the day before his tragic death – still guide us today.

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  517. Apr 3

    Assemblyman & Verlina Reynolds-Jackson joined Tuesday to tour the Rescue Mission of Trenton and discuss fighting the in New Jersey

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  518. Apr 3

    We will expand our medical marijuana program to reduce the potential for patients to turn to opioids, and provide the compassionate care that patients need. It will take deep leadership and commitment across government & communities to address this epidemic. We won't back down.

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  519. Apr 3

    We will also invest $13 million to build the modern, data-driven infrastructure we need to fight the opioid crisis. We need to invest in our state’s addictions system. Addiction providers need infrastructure support for data and technology and workforce development and training.

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  520. Apr 3

    We must address the social supports individuals need whether on their path to recovery or working hard to maintain their sobriety like supportive housing and employment training and support. Our budget would provide $31 million in funding for supportive housing & job training.

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  521. Apr 3

    A key component of our fight is focused on prevention, treatment and recovery, including access to community-based, outpatient care and coordinated access to Medication Assisted Treatment and peer-based recovery coaching.

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  522. Apr 3

    The fight against opioid abuse and addiction requires deep health and community investments. Our proposed budget puts us on the offensive in this battle, with a $100 million multi-pronged effort against the opioid epidemic.

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  523. Apr 3

    NJ will make investments in fighting addiction and helping people get back into their families, communities and the economy. This includes ensuring access to treatment, providing workforce training and affordable housing opportunities, and expanding access to medical marijuana.

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  524. Apr 3

    At least 765 people have died of an opioid overdose in New Jersey so far this year. The epidemic continues to devastate families and communities across our state. Addiction must be addressed without stigma, like the disease that it is.

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  525. Apr 3

    Join me live at - one of the many treatment facilities in New Jersey operating on the front lines of the opioid epidemic:

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  526. Apr 2

    Today I had the honor of swearing in three incredible cabinet members: ☑️ Adjutant General, Brigadier General Jemal Beale ☑️ Commissioner Dr. Shereef Elnahal ☑️ Commissioner Carole Johnson Together we will support a stronger, fairer NJ.

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  527. Apr 2

    Symbols of hate know no bounds and have no place in our communities. If you have any information about this bias crime against Councilman Quitana and - please contact local authorities.

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  528. Apr 2

    We will keep our promises. For Asbury Park. For Parkland. For all of us.

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  529. Apr 2

    On Day, we think of those living with autism, their caregivers & educators. Phil & I are committed to supporting these families. That’s why the proposed budget designates $17M in state & fed funds to expand screenings & treatment to young people on the spectrum.

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  530. Apr 2

    Please travel safely this morning, New Jersey.

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  531. Apr 1

    Eight days before the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. was killed in Memphis, the slain civil rights leader came to Newark. Those who were there offer their recollections.

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  532. Apr 1

    Happy Easter, New Jersey!

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  534. Mar 31

    Today we recognize transgender New Jerseyans and their contributions to our communities. We are reminded of New Jersey’s commitment to stand proudly with all who wear our nation’s military uniforms, and we will fight to protect their right to serve openly.

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  535. Mar 31

    I am humbled and awed by the women from the past and today who have overcome the odds. We will continue to fight for equality.

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  536. Mar 31

    An act of hate or intolerance against one community is an act of hate or intolerance against all communities. Thank you @NewJerseyAG for sharing your story and wisdom. I’m honored to serve with you.

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  537. Mar 31

    . and I had a great time in Toms River running the Race to Cure Blood Cancers 5K to benefit We won’t stop fighting to find a cure.

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  538. Mar 30

    It's always a good day to stop in at in East Newark - especially on a holiday weekend.

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  539. Mar 30

    Chag Sameach, New Jersey!

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  540. Mar 30

    May peace and love surround you all on this Good Friday.

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  541. Mar 29

    Proud to designate March as “Professional Social Work Month” in New Jersey in honor of over 1,000 social workers across our state. My big sister, Dot, is a retired clinical social worker who dedicated her life to helping others.

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  542. Mar 29

    Elections matter. endorsed , invested in his campaign, knocked doors for him. And now that he’s in office, he’s keeping his gun safety promises.

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  543. Mar 29

    Approximately 147,000 NJ veterans served in Vietnam. More than 1,500 never came back. It took our society too long to give them the recognition they deserve. Today, we recommit ourselves to ensuring they receive the care and respect they deserve.

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  544. Mar 29

    On I had the honor of visiting vets at Menlo Park Veterans Memorial Home in Edison. I thanked them for dedicating their lives to serving our country in Vietnam. They gave their full effort to protect our nation, and we must never forget that.

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  545. Mar 29

    We are also proud to announce the creation of the NJ Apprenticeship Network – a path for New Jerseyans to enter high-skilled careers through paid apprenticeships. We must create a workforce that is ready and trained to succeed in today’s economy.

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  546. Mar 29

    A big congratulations to the @NRCCarpenters – which today opened a state-of-the-art apprentice training center in Edison. The new center will help educate and train thousands of carpenter apprentices for good-paying union jobs.

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  547. Mar 29

    Proud to announce that New Jersey has sold its holding of all investments in manufacturers of automatic and semi-automatic weapons for civilian use. Military-grade weapons do not belong in the hands of civilians.

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  548. Mar 29

    As we celebrate the unveiling the 96th NJSP Class exhibit, which was the 1st all-female state police class in the nation, we reflect on the past, but look forward to the future.

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  549. Mar 29

    . is excited to work w on a new Apprenticeship Network for residents to enter high-skilled careers via apprenticeships in the most in-demand industries in NJ.

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  550. Mar 28

    Honored to address the this afternoon. Building a stronger and fairer New Jersey means ensuring all businesses benefit from a growing economy and equitable contracting opportunities.

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    Glad to see leading the charge to stand up to Trump’s politicization of the . This issue is critical for NJ and our nation.

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  553. Mar 28

    Thank you, Fred. We will fight for gun safety in honor of Jaime and all the innocent souls lost to senseless gun violence.

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  554. Mar 27

    Tonight we honored three incredible women from New Jersey: Esder Chong, and Elaine Helms. Fittingly, our celebration was called “Nevertheless, She Persisted: Celebrating Extraordinary Women.” These women certainly are extraordinary!

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  555. Mar 27

    If New Jersey residents are afraid to be counted, it will have an impact on our ability to be properly represented in Congress and adequately funded when it comes to vital federal programs. The Census should never be a partisan plaything.

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  556. Mar 27

    The Trump administration is seeking to sow fear and uncertainty by injecting a citizenship question into the Census. That’s why @NewJerseyAG and I will join a multi-state coalition to sue the fed govt to block the inclusion of a citizenship question in the 2020 decennial Census.

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  557. Mar 27

    A big thank you to the and Commissioner Dr. Shereef Elnahal. Our administration will be guided by facts and science, not politics. It has taken eight years, and a change of administrations, for that simple principle to be restored.

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  558. Mar 27

    We will support legislation that allows patients to register at more than one treatment center. We will also support amending the law to allow the use of edibles for adults living with dexterity or other issues.

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  559. Mar 27

    We are committed to increasing the monthly limit on the amount of product that can be purchased from two ounces to four ounces. Patients in hospice care will have no limit.

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  560. Mar 27

    We will begin the elimination of the requirement that doctors prescribing medical marijuana appear on a public registry, and transition to an optional listing for prescribing physicians.

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  561. Mar 27

    We will seek to expedite the application process for future alternative treatment centers, which will provide easier access for patients throughout the state.

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  562. Mar 27

    We will begin accepting applications for waivers from alternative treatment centers so they can open satellite locations. We will seek to allow for direct cultivation, manufacturing and dispensing of medical-grade marijuana to ensure a steady, long-term supply.

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  563. Mar 27

    We will also cut the cost of registration to the medical marijuana program in half - from $200 to $100. Veterans, senior citizens and those on federal assistance or disability will be eligible for a $20 fee.

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  564. Mar 27

    New Jersey patients with the following medical conditions can now receive access to medical marijuana: 1. Anxiety 2. Migraines 3. Tourette syndrome 4. Chronic pain related to musculoskeletal disorders 5. Chronic pain of visceral origin

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  565. Mar 27

    Beginning today, New Jersey will finally have a medical marijuana program that is compassionate, progressive, and patient-friendly.

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  566. Mar 27

    Saddened to hear of the passing of Linda Brown, the central figure in Brown v. Board of Education. Her family’s courage to stand up to the injustice of segregated schools forever changed the course of history.

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  567. Mar 27

    Two months ago, I signed an Executive Order committing our administration to a review of our current medical marijuana program. Today, I announce the findings and our plan to improve access for patients, doctors and caregivers throughout New Jersey:

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  568. Mar 26

    Congrats to the for winning the NWHL championship! You make NJ proud. 🏒⛸🥅

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  569. Mar 26

    We will expand access to medical marijuana for the doctors who have been unable to provide their patients with access to the care they need. And we will do this for caregivers and dispensaries who believe deeply in creating a patient-friendly culture.

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  570. Mar 26

    Tomorrow, I will announce major reforms to expand access to medical marijuana in New Jersey. We do this for the thousands of New Jerseyans whose relief from pain and suffering has been blocked by years of bureaucratic obstacles.

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  571. Mar 26

    A grand old time at The Office tavern and restaurant, a staple of for over 30 years.

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  572. Mar 26

    I applaud the General Assembly for passing commonsense gun measures to protect our communities. I look forward to the State Senate taking these bills up and sending them to my desk for my signature. The people of NJ have demanded we act, and we must.

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  573. Mar 26

    The marches are over, but the movement continues. After volunteers endorsed and canvassed for New Jersey’s , we watched today as six strong gun bills we fought for passed with bipartisan support:

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  574. Mar 26

    Hatred and bigotry, including displays of antisemitism, must be confronted and stamped out in all its forms. If you have any information about what happened in Lakewood, please contact local authorities.

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  575. Mar 24

    President Trump’s ban against transgender individuals from military service is wrong, bigoted and un-American. New Jersey stands proudly with all who wear our nation’s military uniforms, and will continue to fight to protect their right to serve openly.

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  576. Mar 24

    I am proud of every one of you marching in Newark and across the country. You could be anywhere else – but you’re here. This is why I’m hopeful for the future of our nation. I know, working together, we can accomplish anything.

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  577. Mar 24

    Newark. Paterson. Jersey City. Trenton. Camden. Atlantic City. We march today to stop gun violence in every city & town. For every student in every school. For every family in every community. We march because we know New Jersey can lead the way.

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  578. Mar 23

    Happy - Meet Toby from Montclair.

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  579. Mar 23

    I will march for Parkland. I will march for every city and town where any innocent life has been cut short by gun violence. On Saturday, March 24th, I will join @OurLivesMarchNJ in Newark to demand

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  580. Mar 23

    This story is sadly all too familiar for over 1.2 million New Jerseyans. Expanding earned sick leave is not only the right thing to do for workers – it’s the right thing to do for our economy and businesses.

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  582. Mar 22

    Tune in tonight at 7 when takes your questions. We're going to talk about legal weed -- got questions? Tweet us at or go to to send your question from there. Or call!

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  583. Mar 22

    Thank you Sam Friday and all the thousands of workers who drove salt trucks and plows to keep our roads clear during Winter Storm Toby.

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  584. Mar 22

    We still have a lot of people without power and lots of clean up to do in the aftermath of Winter Storm Toby. I am grateful to everyone who worked throughout the storm – and to everyone who stayed off the roads yesterday.

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  585. Mar 22

    Join me live at the Statewide Traffic Management Center in Woodbridge as we discuss the aftermath of Winter Storm Toby:

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  586. Mar 22

    Airport workers on both sides of the Hudson deserve fair treatment and equal wages. For too long, an untenable two-tiered wage scale unfairly penalized workers at Newark Airport. Today, we are standing with thousands of men & women in their fight for fairness and pay equity.

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  587. Mar 21

    Colonel Patrick Callahan announces commercial vehicle travel ban to be lifted tonight at midnight. For full release, go to

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  588. Mar 21

    Monitoring power outages at the Central Division staging area in Somerset. A big thanks to all the linemen and women working to keep the power on.

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  589. Mar 21

    We’re grateful to and local first responders working 24/7 to keep us safe throughout the storm.

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  590. Mar 21

    Visited Northern Division Headquarters off the earlier today to meet with officials dealing with the storm. I urge you to stay off the roads as snow increases throughout the afternoon into the evening.

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  591. Mar 21

    It may not look that bad right now where you are, but all the forecasts point to heavy snow this afternoon and high winds. Don't go out unless you absolutely have to go out.

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  592. Mar 21

    All NJ TRANSIT bus service statewide, including to and from PABT, will be suspended at 3 p.m. due to weather conditions.

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  593. Mar 21

    Remember, NJ is under a State of Emergency: has activated the 24/7 State Emergency Operations Center. is clearing roadways. is prepared to respond to requests for assistance from Report power outages, downed trees or power lines.

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  594. Mar 21

    is currently reporting 845 cancellations, nearly ¾ of its daily flight operations. Limited flight activity is expected throughout the day. Anyone planning to come to the airport should check with their airline before doing so.

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  595. Mar 21

    NJSP issued a commercial travel ban throughout the State as of Tuesday, March 20, at 8:00PM. The commercial vehicle travel ban effects the following roadways: I-78, I-80, I-280, I-287. See how this effects you, log onto ’easter

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  596. Mar 21

    Reduced speed limit is in effect on full length of roadway - 50 mph south of exit 6, 45 mph north of exit 6

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  597. Mar 21

    If you need to drive, drive safely and slowly.

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  598. Mar 21

    It's the calm before the storm. Don't get lulled into a false sense of security. When the snow starts later this morning it's going to come fast. The safest place to be today is at home. PLEASE STAY OFF THE ROADS & let crews do their job

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  599. Mar 20

    Colonel Patrick Callahan issues commercial vehicle travel ban due to the anticipated severity of the impending nor’easter. For press release, go to

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  600. Mar 20

    Ahead of tomorrow's anticipated nor'easter, I have declared a State of Emergency effective 7:00 p.m. tonight.

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  601. Mar 20

    It's Time! Activate the French Toast Alert System!!! A wintry mix is already affecting the area. Use caution during your evening commute. Obey posted speed limits & leave road crews room to work! Follow us for updates about the storm!

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  602. Mar 20

    The entire state is now under a Winter Weather Warning. We continue to work with and to prepare. We’ll keep you updated right here and on Facebook and Instagram. Stay tuned!

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  603. Mar 20

    We have another powerful snowstorm coming in past midnight into tomorrow morning. Practice common sense and use caution. Stay tuned for emergency updates. Information will be available at

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  604. Mar 20

    Getting back on track is one of our top priorities. The problems caused by years of neglect are not going to be turned around overnight or in one budget. This is just the beginning of our efforts to fix the agency.

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  605. Mar 20

    Good morning from Madison Train Station, where today I’ll outline how we’re getting back on track:

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  606. Mar 20

    Happy 🌷Let's talk about snow☃Plan ahead! Prepare for possible power outages🔦& flooding🌊 Use caution on the roads 🚗 Follow us for updates!

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  607. Mar 19

    The Hub is a place to bolster New Jersey's life sciences and health care industries. The Hub is a place to collaborate with our universities and create new uses for cutting-edge technologies The Hub is a place for start-up incubation and growth that leads to tomorrow's jobs.

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  608. Mar 19

    I am proud to announce “The Hub," a new technology and innovation center in the heart of New Brunswick.

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  609. Mar 19

    Today is about restoring New Jersey’s place in the global innovation economy. I am announcing the creation of a new innovation center in New Brunswick to produce transformative new research, incubate startups, and spur job growth:

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  610. Mar 17

    I am inspired by young men and women across our nation who are speaking out against gun violence. On Saturday March 24th, I will march with them at @OurLivesMarchNJ in Newark to say enough is enough. @momsdemandaction

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    Thank you to everyone who came out for tonight’s town hall in Paramus. I’m more optimistic than ever we can build a together.

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  613. Mar 14

    Join me live at Paramus High School for our first town hall:

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  614. Mar 14

    Just because you may not be old enough to vote doesn’t mean you’re not old enough to change our world. I stand with all New Jersey students demanding a future free of gun violence and coming together to say “Enough is Enough.”

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  615. Mar 14

    Now, NJ's first visit to the show as governor on his new budget. NJ listeners: Tweet or call with your questions about the budget 212-433-9692.

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  617. Mar 14

    This is our first step in rebuilding an agency that has been hallowed out. We must restore the value for money our commuters deserve when riding

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  618. Mar 14

    We are also asking to hire new engineers, skilled workers needed for track maintenance, electricians, bus operators, and human resource experts to make sure we are on point and hiring the best talent.

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  619. Mar 14

    Over the years, our residents have witnessed the quality of service erode, even as they were asked to pay more in exchange for less. There will be no fare hike in Fiscal Year 2019.

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  620. Mar 14

    Today, I am meeting with the board to discuss my budget investment of an additional $242 million to fix the nation’s third largest transit system. We are nearly tripling funding to give our commuters the relief they deserve.

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  621. Mar 13

    Proud of for announcing important steps toward increasing transportation funding, improving affordability of higher education, and expanding the EITC

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  622. Mar 13

    Learn more about my new budget and plans for building a – join us tomorrow for a town hall at Paramus High School.

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  623. Mar 13

    A means putting New Jersey families ahead of the wealthy and special interests. And recognizing that we cannot build a brighter future by acting timidly and thinking small.

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  625. Mar 13

    Good jobs. Great schools. Safer communities. A cleaner environment. Reliable mass transit. Fairer taxes. More justice. Less division. A future filled with opportunity and optimism. That’s what a looks like. This budget is the way to get us there.

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  626. Mar 13

    We will stand for commonsense gun safety laws, a 100-percent clean energy future, women’s health care, the rights of our LGBTQ brothers and sisters, and immigration policies that allow diverse and safe cities to flourish. These values are New Jersey values.

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  627. Mar 13

    We must invest in our state - in a growing and thriving middle class, new businesses working at the cutting edges of innovation, and modern infrastructure – or else we risk letting these advantages slip away.

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  628. Mar 13

    I am as optimistic as ever about our economic future. New Jersey is blessed with tremendous economic advantages – among the most educated workforces in the world, and top-tier public schools, colleges and universities, just to name a few.

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  629. Mar 13

    I advocate for legalization, regulation and taxation of marijuana sales to adults. This will allow us to reinvest directly in our communities, and these investments will pay dividends - in contrast to the cost of mass incarceration.

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  630. Mar 13

    This budget also provides $2 million to establish a new Gun Violence Research Center. Congress has refused to fund such necessary research for over two decades. It is now up to the states to lead.

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  631. Mar 13

    We will provide $7.5 million for women’s health care, and we will invest in both preventative and treatment programs that will combat an opioid epidemic that has ravaged communities across our state.

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  632. Mar 13

    We will create a new Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit for middle-class and working families.

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  633. Mar 13

    We must encourage more municipalities to pursue shared services. To do that, I will soon be appointing a Shared Services “Czar” to lead this effort.

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  634. Mar 13

    This budget proposes resetting the state sales tax to 7 percent. The impact of the three-eighths of one percent sales tax decrease has been imperceptible to the average family, but has directly impacted our ability to provide better services to that family.

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  635. Mar 13

    I am committed to continuing to ramp up our pension payments until we get there – in this budget, a total of $3.2 billion – an all-time high. We will make this payment honestly and in good faith.

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  636. Mar 13

    We will work to close the unfair carried-interest loophole that primarily benefits only wealthy hedge fund managers, generating an additional $100 million.

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  637. Mar 13

    This budget proposes a combined reporting requirement that will ensure fairness for our small businesses.

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  638. Mar 13

    We will only ask those with taxable incomes of more than $1 million to pay slightly more income tax. This will raise approximately $765 million for the investments we must make in all our residents.

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  639. Mar 13

    Increasing the property tax deduction and creating charitable funds to preserve deductibility are important steps to making New Jersey fairer.

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  640. Mar 13

    We are also proposing raising the state property tax deduction from its current limit of $10,000 to $15,000. Our communities must remain affordable for the middle class, small businesses, families, veterans and seniors.

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  641. Mar 13

    I am equally committed to working to enact paid sick leave protections for all New Jersey workers – something 1.2 million New Jerseyans lack.

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  642. Mar 13

    We will lead by example by preparing for a statewide increase in the minimum wage to $15 an hour, including an increase to $11 an hour in Fiscal 2019. We can no longer tolerate poverty-level wages here in New Jersey.

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  643. Mar 13

    We must raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour. Raising the minimum wage will lead to stronger families, greater economic freedom, increased revenues, and decreased costs in the administration of programs for those in poverty.

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  644. Mar 13

    This budget will invest in our working families by increasing, over three years, the state Earned Income Tax Credit from 35 percent to 40 percent of the federal benefit.

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  645. Mar 13

    Better value for the money is about investments in education, workforce development, and infrastructure – the things businesses need to succeed. We used to do that. We will again.

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  646. Mar 13

    We have been giving out corporate tax credits that amount to more than $160k per job created, with little to show for it. Massachusetts awards tax incentives at an average of $22k per job created. Yet they have grown jobs at a rate 7 times greater than we have.

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  647. Mar 13

    We will restore the funding that needs to once again be a reliable and respected service. We will nearly triple funding to NJ Transit – an additional $242 million investment to get the agency back on its feet.

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  648. Mar 13

    To help our state’s long-term unemployed, we will establish the New Jersey Career Network through the to provide them the tools they need to compete for jobs in the new economy.

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  649. Mar 13

    To grow the innovation economy, we will establish a student-loan-forgiveness program that rewards those who graduate in a STEM field, get a job in a STEM field, and stay in New Jersey.

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  650. Mar 13

    We will increase funding to the Educational Opportunity Fund, and we will create 3,500 new Tuition Aid Grant awards for students at our four-year colleges and universities.

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  651. Mar 13

    This budget invests in those willing to work towards a college degree by increasing investment in our community colleges by $50 million, the first step in making community college tuition-free for all over the course of the next three years.

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  652. Mar 13

    We will invest in a Computer Science for All initiative to ensure that every high school will have a computer science program. We will grow innovative, STEM-focused high school programs that will prepare students for the jobs of the future.

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  653. Mar 13

    We will begin a 4-year path to expanding pre-K. We will add an additional $57.6 million for a total investment of nearly $83 million. We know that Pre-K has positive benefits that continue into adulthood. Every dollar we put in pays us back many times over.

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  654. Mar 13

    This new budget increases our current investment in public school classrooms by $341 million and begins a four-year phase-up to fully funding our public schools. We can reach this goal of full, fair funding by the 2021-2022 school year.

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  655. Mar 13

    The 2019 budget totals $37.4 billion and includes a projected surplus of $743 million. It meets our responsibilities for this year and leaves us on a stronger footing for the next.

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  657. Mar 13

    We will make decisions based on what’s best for everyone, not just the powerful few. We will make decisions for the next generation, not the next election. We will make decisions based on evidence, not politics.

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  658. Mar 13

    This budget responsibly invests in our future to drive our economic growth and resurgence, while ensuring we meet our obligations fairly and honestly. And, it will protect our New Jersey values.

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  659. Mar 13

    Eight weeks ago today, I pledged to create a that measured success not by what we could do for the few, but by what we could accomplish for all 9 million of our residents. Today, I present to you my first budget – balanced both fiscally and morally.

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  660. Mar 13

    Watch live as I deliver my first budget address for a :

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  661. Mar 13

    Today, I will deliver my first budget address, outlining my vision for a . Watch live at at 2:00 p.m. on or

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  662. Mar 12

    Tomorrow at 2:00 p.m., I will deliver my first budget address, laying out our administration's plan to build a together. Tune in!

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  663. Mar 12

    As directed by the NJBPU has started its investigation into the response of the state's utilities to the recent winter storms For more info:

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  665. Mar 10

    Once all power has been restored to every New Jersey resident and business, our administration will begin an investigation into what went wrong and how utilities could have responded better.

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  666. Mar 10

    As of now, has committed to restoring power by this evening for all customers who lost power during the first storm. We will hold them accountable for this promise to the people of New Jersey.

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  667. Mar 10

    JCP&L’s lack of preparation and response to the storms has been embarrassing and unacceptable. Over 40,000 New Jersey customers remain without power.

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  668. Mar 9

    CEO Jones assured me that additional workers would be deployed to NJ to get customers back on the grid. I remain committed to pursuing a full assessment and investigation into the storm response to find out what went wrong and to avoid future significant, long-lasting outages.

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  669. Mar 9

    This morning, I spoke with Chuck Jones, CEO – parent company of – and expressed my strong concerns and frustrations over the slow response in restoring power to households affected by recent storms.

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  670. Mar 9

    We made it to Friday but it hasn't been easy! We still have & cleanup continues from the . If you need a warming center call Many LIVE wires remain down. PLEASE obey traffic barriers! The consequences could be deadly!

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  671. Mar 8

    . will conduct a full investigation into the preparation and response efforts of utility companies like JCP&L. Over 350,000 customers throughout New Jersey lost power at the height of the storm, and thousands are still without power. This is completely unacceptable.

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  672. Mar 8

    Need a warming center or other storm resources? Call NJ 2-1-1 or visit for more info!

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  673. Mar 8

    I am blessed to have had strong women in my life to guide and inspire me. Tammy, Emma, my mother, and countless others. On we must recommit ourselves to gender equity and fairness and policies that uplift all women, including the most marginalized.

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  674. Mar 8

    Today, my office had directed to conduct a full investigation into the preparation and response efforts of utility companies for the most recent storms. We will examine what went wrong and what we can do to make sure this does not happen again.

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  675. Mar 8

    Too many New Jersey households remain without power after the storm. Here’s what we’re doing to ensure the utility companies get everyone back on the grid as fast as possible:

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  676. Mar 8

    Met with utility workers at the Sussex County Fairgrounds this afternoon. Grateful to those working tirelessly to restore power. Customers who are still without power for days are rightfully frustrated – we will hold utility companies accountable to the people of New Jersey.

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  677. Mar 8

    We continue to monitor and assess the damage from yesterday’s storm. Report any outages, downed trees or power lines.

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  678. Mar 7

    Approximately 300,000 New Jersey households are cut off from power tonight. We will not stop working until everyone is back on the grid. For resources and information on what to do if you lose power, visit

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  679. Mar 7

    We’ve responded to 356 motor vehicle crashes and 462 motorist aids since midnight in patrolled areas. MV aids can be anything from mechanical breakdowns, spin outs, flat tires, etc.

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  680. Mar 7

    NJ is expected to receive 4''-18'' of starting today Shoveling snow can be strenuous work, and it can raise your heart rate & blood pressure dramatically. Dress warmly, work slowly and stay hydrated. As always, lift with your legs, not with your back!

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  681. Mar 7

    The ❄ is starting to pile up outside the State Emergency Operations Center☃ Use caution if you MUST drive🚗! Leave road crews plenty of space to work! Visit

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  682. Mar 7

    Stay off the roads. Stay safe. Stay in your home.

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  683. Mar 7

    . is working around the clock to get our roads cleared for emergency responders. Avoid driving and stay indoors if possible.

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  684. Mar 7

    A big thank you to the utility workers on the job today, especially those who’ve traveled from out of state. Lots more work to do in the days ahead to get power restored.

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  685. Mar 7

    En route to - a staging area for out-of-town linemen working to restore power to northern New Jersey.

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  686. Mar 7

    Here at the Statewide Traffic Management Center in Woodbridge, where we are constantly monitoring roughly 300 miles of roadway in real-time.

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  687. Mar 7

    At the in Holmdel as we monitor the storm. NJ residents are urged to stay indoors and keep the roads clear. If you need to go outside, use extreme caution. Visit for more info.

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  688. Mar 7

    NJDOT Traffic Operations monitoring road conditions and updating from the Statewide Traffic Management Center in Woodbridge, NJ. Follow for real time traffic information during the storm and every day

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  689. Mar 7

    Welcome to ...the Sequel☃️ has closed NJ State Offices today. There is NO travel ban. However, please stay off the roads🚗to allow to do their job. If you MUST drive, use caution & take it slow.

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  690. Mar 6

    Great night honoring the historic papacy of - who has given voice and hope to countless working men and women in every corner of the globe.

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  691. Mar 6

    State offices will be CLOSED on Wednesday, 3/7/18, due to inclement weather conditions. Non-essential personnel should NOT report to work for their normal shift. Essential employees should report on schedule.

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  692. Mar 6

    We want everyone in New Jersey to stay safe throughout tonight’s snow storm. Visit for more information and resources.

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  693. Mar 6

    Visit for a guide to make sure you and your family are storm ready. We are all in this together.

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  694. Mar 6

    . continues working with and other utilities to restore power to more than 50,000 customers affected by last weekend’s . We’re committed to making sure every household gets back to normal as soon as possible.

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  695. Mar 6

    . will ensure daily on-site coordination with statewide regional representatives and work with as it responds to requests for assistance.

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  696. Mar 6

    . has activated the State Emergency Operations Center for round-the-clock operations, pulling together multiple departments to ensure that we are constantly monitoring critical situations.

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  697. Mar 6

    . is ready to activate more than 207,000 tons of salt and 2,500 plows, spreaders, and loaders that can

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  698. Mar 6

    In preparation for tonight’s storm, I am declaring a state of emergency statewide beginning at 8 p.m. We are particularly concerned w/ Hunterdon, Morris, Sussex and Warren counties, which are still reeling from this past weekend’s . Here’s how our team is preparing:

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  699. Mar 6

    Another snow storm is expected to hit New Jersey tonight through tomorrow. Here’s how we’re preparing to protect our residents and businesses:

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  700. Mar 6

    Just convened cabinet officials at the Regional Operations Intelligence Center to discuss preparedness for tonight’s snow storm. We will use every resource at our disposal to assist all of our residents and businesses.

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  701. Mar 6

    Building a stronger New Jersey begins with supporting our educators, administrators, and local school boards. Let’s give them the tools and support they need to do their jobs.

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  702. Mar 5

    The town of Andover had an issue with power and their water system, so worked with the New Jersey Dept. of Environmental Protection to provide a new generator. That’s the type of communication and collaboration we need to help local communities with the recovery effort.

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  703. Mar 5

    Throughout the weekend, my administration has been in touch with local mayors, particularly in Sussex and Warren counties, to offer our support with recovery efforts.

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  704. Mar 5

    Four days after , it's unacceptable for tens of thousands of customers to be without power in their homes. Every step must be taken to expedite repairs.

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  705. Mar 5

    Our Recovery Bureau has also deployed personnel to the counties hardest hit by to conduct preliminary damage assessments.

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  706. Mar 5

    As of this morning, there are still over 70,000 electrical outages across the state. will continue working closely with utilities until every N.J. household gets back on the grid.

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  707. Mar 4

    Had a terrific afternoon at Gloucester City's 3rd Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade and 150th Anniversary Celebration.

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  708. Mar 4

    There are still over one hundred thousand households without power in NJ. Every relevant state agency is working with the utilities to assess all means necessary to restore power to all as quickly as possible.

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  709. Mar 4

    Utilities are out working 24/7 to restore power ASAP. Customers w/out elec. should report. Don’t assume utility knows. Those in need should seek assistance from local gov’t for shelter, cell phone charging stations,etc. Also, must stay away from fallen wires.

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  710. Mar 4

    in constant contact with all utilities. Some portions of state affected much more than others. All resources now being directed towards those parts of the state most impacted. Crews working around the clock to clear roads and facilitate full power restoration ASAP.

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  711. Mar 3

    An incredible turnout and a vibrant community here today in Nutley at the 40th Annual Parade! ☘️☘️

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  712. Mar 2

    As the continues, we are monitoring road and highway conditions at the Statewide Traffic Management Center. High winds and rain are causing downed trees and flooding throughout the state. Drive carefully.

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  713. Mar 2

    Meet Leslie Hall, who wouldn’t need to choose between paying for heating or food if the minimum wage were raised to $15/hour.

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  714. Mar 2

    I appreciate coming to Capitol Hill & meeting with the New Jersey congressional delegation.  Addressing our state priorities for the good of New Jersey & its residents require all of us working together at all levels of government and across party lines. – L.L.

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  715. Mar 2

    Very glad to read Dr. Seuss’s The Lorax to the students of James Monroe Elementary School in Edison today. A great story about our responsibility to protect the environment.

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    The is causing high winds & . Use caution⚠ during your morning commute🚗 Leave extra time to get to your destination. NEVER drive through flooded areas & obey traffic barriers🚧

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  718. Mar 1

    Heavy rains☔️ & strong winds from a can cause a Know what to do before, during & after the lights go out🔦 Be sure to report an outage to your utility company.

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  719. Mar 1

    Outlining my vision for a stronger New Jersey economy at tonight's dinner in DC. We must invest in a new vision for growth – a vision rooted in innovation, invested in small businesses, and of communities connected by modern infrastructure.

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  720. Mar 1

    Thanks for holding a bipartisan meeting for the NJ delegation! It was great to talk frankly about guns, wages, taxes, transit, DACA, opioids & more.

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  721. Mar 1

    Convened a bipartisan meeting with our state's congressional delegation this afternoon in DC. We must work together to fight for New Jersey priorities.

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  722. Mar 1

    On Minimum Wage Workers' Equal Pay Day, so many of our neighbors still struggle to make ends meet. Let’s recommit ourselves to raising the minimum wage in New Jersey to $15/hour

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  723. Mar 1

    Out last night with the family and rooting hard for the Pirates!!

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  724. Feb 28

    Congrats to for supporting our future doctors with the right training and education to address the opioid crisis devastating our communities.

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  725. Feb 28

    A safe and joyous to all celebrating tonight - Chag Sameach!

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    Our own Lt. Gov. , from Newark, is an incredible leader and the first African American woman to be Speaker for the New Jersey State Assembly. I am honored to serve this great state beside her.

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  728. Feb 28

    Congrats to Sporting Goods for stepping up and doing the right thing. I hope all New Jersey gun stores follow suit.

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  729. Feb 28

    Deeply disturbed by the 32% rise in anti-Semitic incidents in New Jersey last year. We must all confront and stamp out these acts of intolerance

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  730. Feb 27

    A night of awards, poetry, music, and dance. Thanks to everyone for coming out to Drumthwacket tonight to celebrate

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  731. Feb 27

    Visited Teddy’s Luncheonette, the oldest single family-owned restaurant in Cranbury and a staple of the community. Make sure you try the split pea soup!

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  732. Feb 27

    Turning New Jersey around begins with fixing our economy. Today, I announced the creation of the Jobs and Economic Opportunity Council to foster new opportunities in innovation and infrastructure.

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  733. Feb 27

    Today, we created the Jobs and Economic Opportunity Council to ensure we’re investing in good-paying jobs, infrastructure, and innovation.

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  734. Feb 27

    New Jersey must once again make strategic investments that underpin long-term economic growth. Join us as we announce the creation of the Jobs and Economic Opportunity Council in Dayton.

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  735. Feb 27

    No one who is working full-time should choose between going to work sick or losing their job. A stronger and fairer New Jersey means providing paid sick leave for all.

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  736. Feb 27

    Welcoming my friend to - our partnership to combat the gun violence epidemic. Our coalition of seven jurisdictions now represents over 35 million Americans.

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  737. Feb 26

    Honoring Donald Payne, Sr. for his incredible work in the U.S. House of Representatives and for being a steward of his community in Newark. He is deeply missed.

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  738. Feb 26

    Proud to welcome three-year-old Fiona to our administration family. (Also, her mom, Tahesha Way, New Jersey’s new Secretary of State.)

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    States have formed coalitions around climate, so why not around guns?

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  741. Feb 26

    It is appalling that, today in New Jersey, a full-time worker earning minimum wage falls far below the poverty line. It’s time to raise the minimum wage to $15/hour, and I will not stop until our work is done.

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  742. Feb 25

    Atlantic City native Jacob Lawrence was one of the 20th century’s most well-known African American painters, bringing the black experience to the art world and giving back through education.

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  743. Feb 25

    Pleased to welcome Massachusetts as the newest member of States for Gun Safety. When the federal government fails to act, states must step up.

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  744. Feb 24

    A Grammy, an Emmy, an Academy, a Golden Globe and much more - is a native of Newark who has transformed the narrative of African American women in the hip-hop and the entertainment industry.

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  745. Feb 24

    New Jersey will once again stand for the right things. We are one state, one family, and we will stand in support of everyone’s access to family planning, prenatal care, and life-saving cancer screenings.

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  746. Feb 24

    Let’s support New Jersey farmers. Follow the link below to find fresh produce near you!

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  747. Feb 23

    NJDOH is still encouraging all New Jersey residents to take steps to fight the flu ! Flu season can last until May and flu vaccines are shown to decrease flu severity. Get a flu shot if you haven't already and stay home when/if you become ill.

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  748. Feb 22

    Jackie Robinson made history with the Brooklyn Dodgers, but New Jersey native Larry Doby was the first African American to break the color barrier in the American League and one of the first to win in the World Series.

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  749. Feb 22

    I am inspired by young men and women of Parkland and across the country who are speaking out, and by those whose own voices have been lost in the scourge of gun violence. Until Congress & the President produce action on gun violence, we must do our best to keep our states safe.

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  750. Feb 22

    We are going to combine our resources to create a regional research consortium to analyze data – on criminal justice, public health, public policy, and social welfare – and produce the informed reports we will need to enact policies that will reduce gun violence.

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  751. Feb 22

    We are also going to explore reciprocal agreements so we can each deploy law enforcement to assist at the scene of a mass shooting, if necessary.

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  752. Feb 22

    We will institute new and greater levels of information sharing to make sure that if an individual is barred from accessing a gun in one of our states, that information will be taken into account if that individual applies for a gun in any of the other states.

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  753. Feb 22

    In the face of federal inaction, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, and Rhode Island will create a regional task force, including our state law enforcement and intelligence officials, to track and intercept illegal guns being trafficked into and across our states.

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  754. Feb 22

    Today, I am honored to join and in creating States for Gun Safety – a multi-state coalition to take action against gun violences and make our communities our entire region safer. We welcome and encourage other governors to join us.

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  755. Feb 21

    Thank you Roslyn Rogers Collins, Triste Brooks, Assemblyman Vincent Mazzeo, and AMs Joann Downey and Eliana Pintor Marin! Our first bill funding women's health care has been signed.

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  756. Feb 21

    Today, I signed into law a bill restoring critical women’s health care funding that was stripped away by the Christie Administration. Building a stronger, fairer New Jersey means standing up for reproductive rights, access to family planning, prenatal care, & cancer screenings.

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  757. Feb 21

    Watch live from Trenton as I sign my first bill restoring critical funding for women’s health care:

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  758. Feb 20

    Edith Savage-Jennings dedicated her life to equality. She was a civil rights leader and a close friend to MLK, Jr. In 2011, she was inducted to the New Jersey Women’s Hall of Fame. Today we honor her for .

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  759. Feb 20
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  760. Feb 20

    Students from Parkland are raising their voices on gun violence and inspiring the nation to act. My generation has failed to get the job done. From the depths of tragedy, they have responded in their extraordinary grief and are showing us the way.

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  761. Feb 20

    No parent should fear for their child’s safety in school. There is no substitute for comprehensive gun safety legislation. We need reform at the federal level. New Jersey will work closely with local officials and law enforcement to strengthen school safety in our communities.

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  762. Feb 20

    Watch live as my cabinet and I announce new school safety measures:

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  763. Feb 20

    For the first time in NJ history, the majority of the Governor’s cabinet appointees are women. I am proud to announce Secretary of Higher Ed. Zakiya Smith Ellis, Chair and Chief Administrator of Sue Fulton, and Chair of the Civil Service Commission Deirdre Webster Cobb.

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  764. Feb 20

    Watch live from as I announce three members of our administration:

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  765. Feb 20

    There are legal resources available for DACA recipients. Visit or to find out more.

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  766. Feb 20

    DACA recipients - Apply for renewal of your DACA status now. We don't know how long this window will last.

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  767. Feb 20
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  768. Feb 19

    Enjoying a run along the Seaside Park Boardwalk this Presidents' Day with Tammy, Emma, and Sam. 🏃🏃‍♀️🏃🏃‍♀️ 🇺🇸

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  769. Feb 19

    This Presidents’ Day, I will share a quote from the foremost woman of American independence, Abigail Adams: “May we learn by defeat the power of becoming invincible.”

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  770. Feb 19

    This Wednesday, the first bill I sign into law will be to restore women’s health care funding. When my signature makes the bill law, the hands of so many women throughout New Jersey will be guiding mine. Thank you keeping this issue at the forefront.

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  771. Feb 19

    When the Christie Administration defunded and women’s health clinics, tens of thousands of women throughout New Jersey lost access to quality, affordable primary care. It’s time to right that wrong.

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  772. Feb 18

    New Jersey will think. New Jersey will pray. But I guarantee you, New Jersey will act.

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  773. Feb 18

    A great Sunday service with Rev. Derinzer Johnson at St. Stephen AME Zion Church in Asbury Park.

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  774. Feb 18

    Happy 87th Birthday to Toni Morrison, a national hero whose storytelling has empowered millions of women and girls. She has won a Pulitzer Prize, a Nobel Prize, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

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  775. Feb 17

    Congratulations Emily Ostermann of in Toms River - one of 3 people in the WORLD to achieve a perfect score on the Advanced Placement Chemistry exam. Way to make New Jersey proud! 👏🏼

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  776. Feb 17

    Weather Update❄ A storm system will move in to the area later this afternoon. Check👀 your local forecast & be prepared. Use caution on the roads🚗 Take it slow!

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  777. Feb 16

    Angered by this week's truck attack against a clinic in East Orange. At a time when women's health care is under siege, we must protect and defend safe and affordable health care access for all.

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  778. Feb 16

    Renowned tap dancer and choreographer grew up in Newark and has revolutionized tap dancing for modern audiences. We honor his dedication to his craft.

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  779. Feb 16

    Great conversations at the in Bloomfield

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  780. Feb 16

    I am still crying. Words cannot describe the pain we all feel, the agony of the Parkland families and communities. As a mother my heart breaks. We need change. Gun reform now.

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  781. Feb 16

    Happy Chinese New Year to all! 新年快乐!恭喜发财!

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  782. Feb 15

    Equipment failures, late trains and buses, and overcrowding are just some of the many problems faced by commuters. Change won’t happen overnight, but we’re committed to giving commuters the reliable service they deserve.

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  783. Feb 15

    Thoughts and prayers are not enough.

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  784. Feb 15

    . will be: - Returning twenty rail cars as passenger cars to provide additional seating capacity - Accelerating hiring for electricians and other skilled operations employees - Increasing replacement parts availability - Accelerating inspections by maintenance crews

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  785. Feb 15

    Turning around is one of our top priorities. Today we announced both short and long-term relief measures to ease rail car shortages and overcrowded conditions.

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  786. Feb 15

    Watch live from Trenton Transit Center as I announce new relief measures for commuters:

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  787. Feb 14

    EIGHTEEN school shootings in a month and a half is absolutely outrageous and appalling. We owe it to our children to fight the gun lobby and pass common sense gun safety legislation both in Congress and here in N.J. Inaction is not an option.

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  788. Feb 14

    Excited to join and look forward to working with governors across the U.S. to help workers connect to the skills and the jobs of our new economy.

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  789. Feb 14

    Wishing & the Olympians of NJ good luck in the 🇺🇸⛸🏂🛷🏒🇺🇸 , Brian Gionta, , Nolan Kasper, , , Hakeem Abdul-Saboor, Josh Pauls, Bobby Sanguinetti, Ilya Kovalchuk, and

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  790. Feb 14

    This Valentine’s Day, take time to appreciate those who have made you stronger and supported you on your journey. Today goes out to my family - Josh, Emma, Charlie, Sam, and

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  791. Feb 13
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  793. Feb 13

    I’ll be answering your questions live tonight at 7:00 p.m. on

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  794. Feb 13

    Solving our biggest problems requires bringing people together to talk about the solutions. Thank you, and , for holding this important conversation today.

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  795. Feb 13

    Congratulations - our new NJ Economic Development Authority CEO. Proud to work with you to builder a stronger, fairer and more dynamic economy.

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  796. Feb 13

    This is about our children and families. It’s about neighborhoods living free of fear. It’s about parents knowing that when their children go to school they will be safe and come home. It’s about keeping guns out of the hands of someone intent on harming themselves or others.

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  797. Feb 13

    Chris Christie put standing with the gun lobby before standing with the majority of New Jerseyans who support sensible gun safety reforms. I will be an entirely different type of governor. New Jersey can, and must, be a national role model in changing this critical debate.

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  798. Feb 13

    Proud to join , , at to push common-sense gun policies: - Strengthen handgun carry regulation - Reduce magazine capacity - Restrict body armor-piercing ammo - Adopt smart gun technologies

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  799. Feb 13

    Common sense says we should prevent the wrong people from buying and carrying guns and using military-caliber weaponry. Proud to join with to build a safer New Jersey through smart gun safety policies.

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  800. Feb 13

    Dreamers are our friends, neighbors, and fellow Americans.

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  801. Feb 13

    Watch live from Cherry Hill as we discuss making New Jersey safer through common-sense gun legislation:

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  802. Feb 13

    Joining at 8:00 a.m. today to discuss the creation of NJ's Puerto Rico Relief Commission, keeping our promise to our fellow Americans in PR that NJ will be with them as they rebuild.

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  803. Feb 12

    Proud to stand with the Puerto Rican people

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  804. Feb 12

    Today we honor Princeton native Paul Robeson, an actor, singer, athlete and leader in the civil rights movement. He is one of our New Jersey heroes.

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  805. Feb 12

    Watch live from Jersey City as I announce a commission to provide relief to Puerto Rico following the devastation of Hurricane Maria:

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  806. Feb 12

    Transmitido en vivo de Jersey City, hoy yo anuncio una comisión para ayudar a Puerto Rico recuperar de la devastación causado por el huracán Maria:

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  807. Feb 12

    Today at Passaic City Hall, we renewed our commitment to fight for $15/hour minimum wage and paid sick leave.

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  808. Feb 12

    Too many workers are unable to make ends meet and provide for their families, despite working full-time. Building a stronger and fairer state means raising the minimum wage to $15/hour and expanding paid sick leave.

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  809. Feb 12

    Watch live from Passaic City Hall as we talk about why New Jersey needs a $15/hour minimum wage and paid sick leave:

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  810. Feb 12

    Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of Paul Matos and Dennis Smalling. Thank you to the for your assistance in the search and recovery effort.

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  811. Feb 11

    Inspired and moved by today’s celebration with , and Reverend Clayton at St. Luke Baptist Church in Paterson. We do not succeed unless we all succeed.

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  812. Feb 11

    New Jersey has the nation’s worst disparity in the rates of incarceration between black and white offenders. We can, and must, do better. We need a fresh look at our sentencing guidelines – what works, what doesn’t, and how our guidelines have affected communities of color.

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  813. Feb 11

    Today at Messiah Baptist Church in East Orange, we announced the reconvening of the Criminal Sentence and Disposition Commission to restore fairness and balance to our criminal justice system.

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  814. Feb 11

    Watch live as we move our state towards fair and balanced criminal justice reform:

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  815. Feb 9

    Watch as I come together with a bipartisan group of New Jersey mayors to help NJ taxpayers hurt by the federal tax legislation:

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  816. Feb 9

    Our bipartisan plan allows taxpayers to make charitable contributions for up to a dollar-per-dollar reduction in their taxes. In return, this will allow them to preserve their federal tax deduction.

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  817. Feb 9

    Let’s protect the pocketbooks of our hardworking families. I’m proud to stand side by side with NJ mayors to fight back against Washington’s attempts to limit the SALT deduction.

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  818. Feb 9

    Watch live as I come together with a bipartisan group of New Jersey mayors to help NJ taxpayers hurt by the federal tax legislation:

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  819. Feb 8

    Just spoke to the governor of New Jersey on the phone. He just congratulated me on committing to staying home and playing for .There’s no way this week can get any better. Eagles win super bowl, my commitment to play college football and talking to the NJ Gov

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  820. Feb 8

    Exciting to have stop by and meet DOH staff today!

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  821. Feb 8

    Today at the NJ Conference of Mayors, we sought solutions to protect taxpayers from the harmful effects of the federal tax plan:

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  822. Feb 8

    The federal tax legislation is a gut punch to New Jersey taxpayers, who should be able to deduct their property taxes from their federal taxes. Today I called for mayors to be empowered to provide relief with a simple solution that would preserve this tax deduction.

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  823. Feb 8

    Let’s 👏 it up for from Rumson, who will be competing in the 2018 Winter Olympics in Snowboarding 🏂!! Congrats and best of luck!

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  824. Feb 7

    Thank you New Jersey for joining New York and Montana in preserving . I hope more states join us soon in protecting a free and open internet for all.

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  825. Feb 7

    Swung by two of Atlantic City's best spots today: and

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  826. Feb 7

    To our farming and agricultural community, thank you for your commitment to keeping New Jersey the Garden State.

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  827. Feb 7

    Drive carefully and stay safe today, New Jersey. Visit for weather and traffic links:

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  828. Feb 7

    Honored to speak at the conference this morning in Atlantic City. We are forever grateful to our brave first responders.

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  829. Feb 6

    Happy to talk with students from about their passions and career goals. Tuition-free community college will be a game-changer for the Garden State.

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  830. Feb 6

    Community colleges have propelled thousands to the middle class. Meeting these incredibly talented students from earlier today made me even more hopeful that we can build a stronger New Jersey if we invest in tuition-free community college for all!

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  831. Feb 6

    I believe in tuition-free community college for all New Jersey students.

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  832. Feb 6

    Watch live as I speak with students and officials at about the importance of tuition-free community college:

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  833. Feb 5

    Had a terrific time visiting seniors at Richard Rodda Community Center in Teaneck today!

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  834. Feb 5

    New Jersey will also join 21 states and the District of Columbia in legal action against the FCC

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  835. Feb 5

    Today in Newark, I signed an executive order to require that all internet service providers wanting to do business in NJ adhere to the principles of net neutrality. We will contract only with ISPs who support a free and open internet.

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  836. Feb 5

    We all deserve free, open, and equal access to the internet. The FCC’s repeal of net neutrality was arbitrary and dangerous and will give outsized power to a few big companies to control the free flow of information.

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  837. Feb 5

    Watch live as I sign an executive order to protect net neutrality:

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  838. Feb 4

    Tonight the proved they deserved to be champs. Congratulations to all of their diehard fans on an incredible game and an amazing season.

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  839. Feb 1

    . I'm glad that you're in this fight with us. Thank you for using your voice to highlight the many Black New Jerseyans who help make New Jersey the great state that it is.

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  841. Feb 1

    Fun time today hanging out at The Yard with students

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  842. Feb 1

    . is the first Black woman to ever represent New Jersey in Congress. She continues to fight for civil rights and economic equality and is our first hero.

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