Gov. Phil Murphy's first term saw the most laws in a four-year span since 1982-85. But plenty of bills you may have heard of didn't make the final cut.
Many transactions can be done online, though some people lack access or find that challenging. Eventually, the tech shift could lead to job reductions.
Frequent topics at a Senate hearing on the Department of Education budget included school reopenings, spending of federal aid and the delayed assessments.
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.
Citing COVID-19 disruptions, a bill moving through the Legislature would let students compete in fall sports before getting physicals and cardiac screenings.
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.