Senator Madden introduced legislation on Thursday, July 26 that would require landlords of senior housing projects to provide written notice to tenants that rent increases are not unreasonably excessive. Many people struggle to make ends meet, but seniors, many of whom live on a fixed-income, are hit especially hard with any increase in the cost of living. There are programs to help seniors with some cost of living increases including the Property… Read More

  I’m a sponsor on A-401 which prohibits depository institutions that make mortgage loans in this state from discriminating against any person in making available a mortgage loan, or in the terms or conditions of a mortgage loan, because of the person’s familial status. It also would allow anyone discriminated against in violation of the bill to bring action in New Jersey in a court of competent jurisdiction. Upon finding that a… Read More

The Assembly and Senate voted to pass Assemblyman Moriarty’s bill to establish the Civic Information Consortium, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting local journalism. Local news in New Jersey has dwindled due to closing newsrooms, reporter layoffs, and media consolidation. Today, many South Jerseyans rely on Philadelphia media companies for their news leading to a large deficit in coverage of local issues. This lack of coverage leaves residents in the dark on decisions… Read More

Bill A-2187 will make playgrounds in New Jersey inclusive and capable of catering to children and parents with different types of disabilities was approved Thursday by the Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism, and Historic Preservation Committee. These parks provide a fun and safe place for children with special needs to play and engage socially. Building more of these parks not only provides these children with this wonderful opportunity, but can also help… Read More