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AARP New Jersey Applauds NJ Legislature for Passing S397/A681 to Protect Older Workers

AARP New Jersey Applauds NJ Legislature for Passing S397/A681 to Protect Older WorkersUrges Governor Murphy to Sign into LawStatement from AARP New Jersey Advocacy Associate State Director Crystal McDonald

Moratorium Extended on New Jersey Utility Shutoffs

By AARP Bulletin, JUN 1, 2021

The pandemic’s financial hit has made it hard for many people to pay their utility bills. After a strong advocacy campaign by AARP New Jersey, the Garden State has extended a moratorium on utility shutoffs for nonpayment.

Hear from Governor Murphy and Meet with Your Elected Leaders

Day at the State Capitol: Hear from Lawmakers and Take Action!

Vaccine Access for Homebound Individuals

AARP is fighting for equitable COVID-19 vaccine distribution and to ensure all Americans 50+ are prioritized.

AARP New Jersey Opposes NJ Board of Public Utilities' Decision to Extend the Nuclear Bailout Tax

AARP New Jersey Opposes NJ Board of Public Utilities Decision to Extend the Nuclear Bailout TaxStatement from Evelyn Liebman, AARP New Jersey Director of Advocacy

AARP New Jersey Praises Governor Murphy and NJ Legislature for Establishing In-Person Early Voting

We applaud Governor Murphy for enacting a bill today that expands voting access in New Jersey. The bill (A4830/S3203) establishes in-person early voting procedures that will allow voters to cast their ballots early in specially designated polling locations.

AARP New Jersey Applauds Governor Murphy for Enacting Bill to Protect LGBTQI and HIV Positive Residents in Long-Term Care Facilities

We applaud Governor Murphy for enacting a bill today that establishes certain requirements concerning the rights of LGBTQI and HIV positive residents of long-term care facilities.