Legislature moves to OK $58M to buy bodycams for policeTwo-thirds of New Jersey police officers don't have body-worn cameras. Gov. Phil Murphy vetoed a mandate last month because it didn't provide funding.Michael Symons
Plan advances for $500 fines for not wearing masks in NJ storesAssembly committee endorses bill allowing fines of $50 to $500 if a person in a New Jersey retail store doesn't wear a mask over their nose and mouth.Michael Symons
Lawmakers say MVC leaving NJ towns holding bill for reopening chaosLegislation is being introduced to force the Murphy administration to reimburse towns for their extra law enforcement costs.David Matthau
Hotels push back on bill imposing new cleaning, staffing rulesThe lodging industry says it has its own plans centered around keyless entry and no-contact check-ins.Michael Symons
NJ lawmaker wants a license plate to honor horses, raise moneyIsn’t it about time to recognize this wonderful animal on the back of your car?David Matthau
N.J. considers ban on leasing dogs and catsPet leasing, a recent trend critics call deceptive to consumers, would be prohibited in New Jersey under a bill endorsed by an Assembly committee.Michael Symons