State Rep. John Dimaio
Recent News About State Rep. John Dimaio
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DePhillips criticizes proposal altering appellate judge appointments
Assemblyman Christopher P. DePhillips has voiced his opposition to a proposal by Senators Nick Scutari and Raj Mukherji that seeks to shift the power of appointing appellate court judges from the Judiciary to the governor and senate.
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Assemblyman Inganamort votes against Open Public Records Act reform bill
TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblyman Michael Inganamort cast a no-vote against the Open Public Records Act bill passed by both the Senate and General Assembly on Monday, despite supporting some of its reforms.
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Trump cites Kanitra's report at New Jersey rally
In a recent campaign rally in Wildwood, New Jersey, former President Donald Trump cited a report by Assemblyman Paul Kanitra on the financial impact of illegal immigration on New Jersey residents. The rally drew an audience of approximately 100,000 people.
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New Jersey assemblywoman opposes changes to open public records act
Assemblywoman Nancy Munoz of New Jersey has voiced her opposition to the proposed changes to the state's open public records act. The controversial legislation, introduced by Democrats in March and subsequently withdrawn for revision following significant public backlash, is now up for a vote on Monday.
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New Jersey lawmakers demand accountability from Rutgers University
TRENTON, N.J. – Senator Parker Space, Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia and Assemblyman Michael Inganamort, representing the 24th Legislative District, have voiced their concerns about Rutgers University's handling of recent protests. They assert that the university should prioritize state taxpayers over protestors. In light of ongoing negotiations with these protestors, the lawmakers have outlined a list of demands.
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Rutgers president agrees to participate in legislative hearings
Assemblywoman Aura Dunn has received affirmation from Rutgers University President Jonathan Holloway that he is prepared to participate in legislative hearings concerning campus protests and student safety. This confirmation was made during the Assembly budget hearing on Thursday.
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Lack of accountability at Rutgers University
Assemblywoman Aura Dunn has joined the call for legislative hearings concerning Rutgers University's negotiations with pro-Palestine protestors. Dunn expressed her concerns regarding the use of public funds in these negotiations and emphasized the importance of accountability for the administrators involved. She highlighted the need to protect the integrity of the public institution and the rights of all students.
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Sauckie seeks to shift ‘wasteful’ French art museum funding to schools
TRENTON, N.J. – As Gov. Phil Murphy’s administration threatens to pull millions in funding for the proposed French art museum in Jersey City, Assemblyman Alex Sauickie is renewing his calls to reallocate that aid to schools.
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Illegal Immigration Report Reveals New Jersey's Crisis and Policy Recommendations
TRENTON, N.J. – Following his research trip to the U.S.-Mexico border, Assemblyman Paul Kanitra released a new video and report today detailing the size, scope, and cost of New Jersey’s illegal immigration crisis.
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Assembly Republicans’ top viral video captures NJ resident sentiments and disapproving Dems
A New Jersey resident named Michael Archon recently made waves during a testimony to the Assembly Appropriations Committee, where he criticized the rising gas prices in the state and highlighted the exorbitant cost of maintaining roads. In a video that has since gone viral, Archon stated, "Just a few years ago, the gas in this state was $1.98. I have a picture of it. Then, all of a sudden, it skyrocketed and it has never come down." He also pointed out that New Jersey is considered the unhappiest state in the nation.Assemblywoman Pamela Lampitt challenged Archon's...
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Bergen blasts NJBIA for sales tax increase advocacy
"TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblyman Brian Bergen has strongly criticized the New Jersey Business & Industry Association (NJBIA) for its advocacy of a sales tax increase as a solution to NJ Transit's budget deficit. This criticism came after Michele Siekerka, the president of NJBIA, suggested during a press conference the possibility of raising the state sales tax rate to 7% to provide a dedicated revenue source for NJ Transit, opposing Governor Phil Murphy's proposed corporate transit fee.Siekerka stated, “There is the opportunity to go back to that seven [percent sales tax]...
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DiMaio says sales tax hike just as bad for business as transit fee
TRENTON, N.J. – Assembly Republican Leader John DiMaio strongly opposes the proposal to raise the sales tax in New Jersey to address NJ Transit's budget deficit. DiMaio expressed concerns about the impact of such a tax increase on businesses, the economy, and residents facing financial challenges.DiMaio stated, "The last thing New Jersey needs is another tax increase. It’s bad for businesses, the economy, and residents who are struggling to make ends meet in the face of rising costs." He highlighted the potential consequences of increased costs, noting that people may cut...
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Inganamort says don’t give up on recycling plastics
TRENTON, N.J. – At Monday’s joint hearing of the Senate and Assembly Environment Committee, expert witnesses shared insights on tackling plastics pollution, with a focus on recycling strategies.During the hearing, Judith Enck, president of Beyond Plastics and a former EPA regional administrator under President Obama, expressed her views on the effectiveness of plastics recycling. Enck bluntly stated, “We have tried plastics recycling for decades and it just doesn’t work.” When asked by Assemblyman Michael Inganamort if there is a possibility for successful plastic...
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Dunn to DCF: What are you doing to support NJ’s licensed child care centers?
Assemblywoman Aura Dunn of Morris County directly questioned Department of Children and Families Commissioner Christine Norbut Beyer during a recent Assembly budget hearing about the lack of support for New Jersey's licensed child care centers. When asked about the department's retention and recruitment plan for the child care workforce, Beyer responded, "Unfortunately, I can't. That's not the work of my department."Beyer acknowledged the decrease in the number of child care centers in the state since 2020, with only eight out of the 21 counties experiencing an increase....
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Superintendents and Education Officials Support Republican Plan to Fully Fund Schools and Cut Property Taxes
TRENTON, N.J. – Superintendents and school officials in New Jersey are rallying behind Assembly Republican Leader John DiMaio's plan to fully fund schools and reduce property taxes, in response to Governor Phil Murphy's budget proposal that includes significant state aid cuts.DiMaio emphasized the importance of fair funding for schools, stating, "Fairly funding schools means every school district in this state is able to meet its constitutional duty and provide the high-quality education that New Jersey prides itself on." He highlighted that his plan aims to avoid cuts to...
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Fantasia Defends Girls’ Sports and Safe Spaces for Females in Roxbury Schools
Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia passionately defended the importance of maintaining safe spaces for females and protecting hard-won advances in girls-only sports at a recent Roxbury Board of Education meeting. Fantasia, a respected educator and school administrator, expressed her concerns about the impact of policies on female athletes and the potential risks they face.According to Fantasia, the state's guidance on transgender students, specifically Policy 5756, has negative consequences for female athletes, stating, "It completely hurts our children. It targets female...
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Sauickie says some schools have nowhere left to cut
TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblyman Alex Sauickie delivered a stark message to the Assembly during its voting session on Monday, stating that some schools are facing severe financial challenges with no further room for budget cuts. Sauickie highlighted the dire situation in the Jackson Township School District, where even the state-appointed school monitor acknowledged the lack of options for cost reductions.Referring to a meeting with the state Department of Education, Sauickie expressed frustration, stating, “What tools do we have? You’re the DOE…What can you offer them?” He...
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Hawthorne Schools to Receive State Aid Restoration Following Assembly Bill Passage
TRENTON, N.J. – Districts that have had state aid cut under the school funding formula known as S2 may have some of that aid restored under a bill that passed the Assembly Monday. The legislation (A4161) appropriates $71.4 million to establish a stabilized school budget aid grant program.The Hawthorne School District, represented by Assemblymen Al Barlas and Christopher DePhillips, had lost 18% of its state funding—nearly $900,000, the largest cut in all Passaic County schools—this round. However, the district is one of 233 eligible for the grants created by this bill. It...
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Sauickie, Kanitra introduce bill to restore school state aid cuts
TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblymen Alex Sauickie and Paul Kanitra have introduced a bill aimed at restoring state aid cuts that have had devastating effects on school districts in New Jersey. The bill seeks to appropriate $210.1 million to disburse to schools that previously received supplemental stabilization aid for their 2023-24 budgets.According to Sauickie, who represents the 12th Legislative District, districts like Jackson schools have suffered significant losses in aid, resulting in cuts to positions, sports teams, AP classes, and electives. Sauickie stated, “Students in...
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Assembly passes Inganamort bill expanding NJ’s accessible transportation options
TRENTON, N.J. – A pilot program that allows popular rideshare companies to transport New Jersey residents with disabilities in place of NJ Transit’s Access Link van could become permanent through a bill sponsored by Assemblyman Michael Inganamort and passed by the Assembly on Monday.The bill (A2607) allows NJ Transit to contract with certain service providers that are otherwise disqualified under current law, including taxicabs, limousines, or transportation network companies. Assemblyman Inganamort expressed his support for the bill, stating, “This bill offers a...