TRENTON, N.J. – Gov. Phil Murphy signed a bill Thursday sponsored by Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney allowing prior work experience to be considered for out-of-state certified nurse aides who want to work in New Jersey. “The shortage of critical front-line caregivers is a major underlying factor for patient care throughout the state,” said Rooney (R-Bergen). “Now […]
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PRESS RELEASE: Republicans blast Democrats for soaking residents with ‘rain tax’
TRENTON, N.J. – New Jerseyans are inundated with taxes, some of which are among the highest in the country, and now they could be taxed based on how much it rains. Republicans blasted Democrats for considering the proposal at an Assembly session Thursday. Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips was strongly opposed to raising taxes on people based on […]
WATCH: Rooney laments Democrats negating minimum wage by raising taxes
PRESS RELEASE: New Jersey takes first step to continue Wyckoff soccer star’s legacy
TRENTON, N.J. – Benjamin Landel inspired everyone during his nine-month battle with NUT midline carcinoma, an extremely rare and aggressive cancer. In his honor today, the state Assembly passed a joint resolution (AJR103) designating January of each year as NUT Carcinoma Awareness Month. The resolution is sponsored by Assemblymen Kevin J. Rooney and Christopher P. DePhillips. […]
WATCH: Rooney: “Safeguards are missing from Dems minimum wage hike”
PRESS RELEASE: GOP opposes minimum wage as it passes Appropriations committee
TRENTON, N.J. – Assembly Republicans on the appropriations committee spoke against the minimum wage bill advancing through the legislature. Though they are not wholly opposed to a minimum wage increase, they say the Democrats’ plan is flawed and will be a net negative for the state economy. “I asked every single member representing tens of thousands […]
Panel approves Rooney bill protecting pet buyers from expensive leasing contracts
TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney’s legislation prohibiting the leasing of dogs and cats was approved today by the Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee. The bill (A4552/A4385) bans the leasing of pets as a violation of the consumer fraud law. Pet stores and breeders are pressed to sell puppies while they are young and most attractive […]
WATCH: AlticeUSA Interview with New Jersey State Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney
Assembly Approves Rooney Bill Expanding Pool of Certified Nurse Aides
By Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney - District 40 on December 17, 2018 in Consumer Tips, News, Press Releases
TRENTON, N.J. – A bill sponsored by Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney allowing prior work experience to be considered for out-of-state certified nurse aides who want to practice in New Jersey was approved today by the Assembly. The legislation (A2442) codifies state Health Department regulations providing reciprocity for CNAs while also considering work experience. “Programs from other […]
Rooney wants special horse license plates to support equine therapy for people with disabilities
TRENTON, N.J. – Sitting atop the state seal is the horse, which also happens to be the state animal. In fact, New Jersey holds the national title for having the most horses — more than 27,600. That’s one horse for every 323 people or nearly 4 horses for every square mile. The animals are used for […]