February 3, 2023

State Issues

State Health Benefits Increase Continues to Remain Unresolved

There continues to be no progress in efforts to mitigate the impact of the unprecedented health care contribution increase for State Health Benefits Program (SHBP) participants and employers.

League Seeking Information on LIHWAP Participation

The League is asking members with a municipal water or wastewater utility or authority to please respond to a brief survey that will impact League legislative advocacy efforts.

Senate State Government Committee Favorably Reports S-3519

The Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism, and Historic Preservation Committee favorably reported S-3519, which makes various changes to primary election, vacancy, municipal referendum, and mail-in ballot mailing deadlines.

NJPDES Permit Fees Stakeholder Meeting

This week, League staff participated in a stakeholder meeting hosted by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) regarding the New Jersey Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NJPDES) permit fees.

Federal Issues

Upcoming USDOT Webinar for Discretionary Grant Opportunities

On February 8, at 3:00 p.m., the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) will host a webinar to highlight several resources created to help potential grant applicants navigate different funding opportunities.

Safe Streets for All Grant Program “Call to Action"

This week, the USDOT announced $800 million in grant awards for 510 local road safety projects through the new Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Program, a record amount of funding to improve roads and address traffic fatalities.

Also of Interest

Cinelease Studio Tour – Limited Space

As more filming is occurring in New Jersey, take this opportunity to tour Cinelease Studios in Jersey City on Wednesday, February 15 at 10 a.m. Do not miss your opportunity to see firsthand the impact of the filming industry. Please register if you are interested in taking the tour. Space is limited.

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