MVC considering putting kiosks in municipal buildings
Many transactions can be done online, though some people lack access or find that challenging. Eventually, the tech shift could lead to job reductions.
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Lawmakers to NJ’s education chief: Get schools reopened faster
Frequent topics at a Senate hearing on the Department of Education budget included school reopenings, spending of federal aid and the delayed assessments.
With lots of changes, anti-bullying bill advances in NJ
"Mallory's Law," the bill's now-unofficial name, would increase the potential fines levied on families that blow off required anti-bullying classes.
To fill poll worker shortage, could NJ look to teenagers?
Legislation would allow 16- and 17-year-olds to serve as poll workers, even before they're allowed to vote.
Required video would outline rights, responsibilities in traffic stop
A bill requiring an educational video on a driver's rights and responsibilities in a traffic stop was vetoed by Gov. Phil Murphy in January but is now back.
Bill seeks to delay deadline for fall physicals for NJ student-athletes
Citing COVID-19 disruptions, a bill moving through the Legislature would let students compete in fall sports before getting physicals and cardiac screenings.
NJ courts asked to remove judge who said girl, 12, didn’t suffer in rape
Five state senators have called for the investigation and removal of two Family Court judges who were criticized for downplaying the actions by accused teen rapists.
Lawmakers consider new concussion, heat rules for H.S. sports
A three-bill package aimed at improving safety for high school athletes awaits action in the Assembly after unanimously passing the Senate.