Simonsen’s Bill Honoring the Vital Role of Coaches and Mentors in Student Success Awaits Governor’s Approval
Brittany O'Neill Brittany O'Neill

Simonsen’s Bill Honoring the Vital Role of Coaches and Mentors in Student Success Awaits Governor’s Approval

Assemblyman Erik Simonsen, prime sponsor of A3323, is proud to advocate for legislation that honors the essential role of coaches and extracurricular leaders in our schools. The bill will ensure that pay for extracurricular duties such as coaching sports, leading afterschool clubs, such as music and fine arts, is included in pension calculations under the Teachers’ Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF), recognizing this work as a vital part of an educator’s contribution.

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Assemblymen Simonsen and McClellan: Trenton Keeps Taking: It’s Time for a Change
Brittany O'Neill Brittany O'Neill

Assemblymen Simonsen and McClellan: Trenton Keeps Taking: It’s Time for a Change

Assemblymen Erik Simonsen and Antwan McClellan have once again voted NO on the state budget, standing firm against an unsustainable financial path that is crushing New Jersey families. Since their arrival in Trenton, the state budget has surged by over 67%, ballooning to more than $58 billion, while the needs of South Jersey continue to be ignored.

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New Jersey Moves to Unclog Development Bottlenecks and Fight Flooding
Brittany O'Neill Brittany O'Neill

New Jersey Moves to Unclog Development Bottlenecks and Fight Flooding

Aiming to break through development bottlenecks and address regional flooding, the New Jersey General Assembly passed a bill (A5545) that allows soil conservation districts to expand beyond their current five-member cap. Sponsored by Assemblymen Donald Guardian and Antwan McClellan, the legislation empowers conservation districts to collaborate regionally on shared environmental challenges like watershed protection and erosion control.

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Legislation Creating New Database in DMAVA Passes Committee
Brittany O'Neill Brittany O'Neill

Legislation Creating New Database in DMAVA Passes Committee

Assemblymen Antwan McClellan and Erik Simonsen are simplifying access to veterans’ benefits with a new bill (A3055) that directs the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs to create a secure database of discharge papers. The legislation aims to reduce the burden on veterans applying for support by centralizing proof-of-service documents like the DD-214. With over half of New Jersey’s veterans aged 65 and older, the bill is a step toward more streamlined and accessible benefits.

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Assembly Committee Advances Bill Co-Sponsored by Simonsen and McClellan to Improve Seizure Care in Schools
Brittany O'Neill Brittany O'Neill

Assembly Committee Advances Bill Co-Sponsored by Simonsen and McClellan to Improve Seizure Care in Schools

Assemblymen Erik Simonsen and Antwan McClellan have co-sponsored Assembly Bill A2255, a bipartisan measure that ensures all New Jersey school staff are trained every two years in how to care for students with epilepsy and seizure disorders. The bill has successfully advanced out of the Assembly Education Committee, where Assemblyman Erik Simonsen proudly serves as a member. 

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