A4971 prohibits DEP and other State agencies from adopting certain rules and regulations without Legislative approval.

For my family, citizenship was earned through sacrifice, perseverance, and respect for the law. After New Jersey mistakenly registered thousands of noncitizens to vote, we must ask whether our state is doing enough to protect the right so many worked tirelessly to earn.

Bill would prevent eligible veterans from being turned away from county mental health programs while awaiting federal services

The bill would also allow individuals and organizations to make donations to help establish the license plate program. Any remaining donations, along with plate fees collected after administrative expenses, would be deposited into the United States Coast Guard License Plate Fund and appropriated annually to the Coast Guard.

Ahead of Fall Sports Season, Simonsen Renews Call for "Michael Fisher's Law" to Protect Young Athletes. Legislation Would Require Lifesaving AEDs at Youth Sporting Events and Large Public Venues

Another Fortune 500 company is leaving New Jersey. Assemblyman Antwan McClellan explains why the state's business climate, record budget, and economic priorities should concern every New Jerseyan.

Assemblymen Erik Simonsen and Antwan McClellan explain why they voted against New Jersey's FY2027 State Budget, citing affordability, fiscal responsibility, and accountability to taxpayers.

McClellan Introduces Legislation Inspired by Michael Kidd-Gilchrist’s Advocacy, Visits Wildwood Schools to Discuss Perseverance and Public Service

Assemblyman Erik Simonsen calls for continued search efforts and community support for Matthew Oliver, a South Jersey fisherman missing in the Delaware Bay near Gandy’s Beach.

The assemblymen noted they have consistently opposed state budgets during their time in office, arguing that they have relied on unsustainable spending increases without delivering meaningful relief for taxpayers. They warned that if the same pattern continues during this year’s negotiations, the final budget could grow even larger before it is adopted.

Senator Michael Testa Jr., Assemblymen Erik Simonsen and Antwan McClellan proudly recognize Women in Construction Week, honoring the skilled tradeswomen who are strengthening New Jersey’s workforce, building critical infrastructure, and serving as leaders within the construction industry.

Ahead of the New Jersey’s March 10 budget address, lawmakers call on Governor Sherrill and Statehouse Democrats to match calls for restraint with fiscally responsible action.

“I recently had the opportunity to tour Millville’s Star Academy firsthand, and what I saw was truly impressive. The program is delivering real results - students are actively engaged in STEM learning, gaining hands-on experience in science and technology, and building skills that will carry them into high school and beyond,” Simonsen added.

“The closest hospital providing comprehensive maternity care for women is nearly 50 miles away for some Cape May County residents. This limited access to health care plays a significant role in the health outcomes of South Jersey moms and babies,” McClellan said.

“A telehealth program for pregnant patients on Medicaid who are living in medically underserved communities like the southern shore region would give more moms the ability to receive critical prenatal care.”