Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Parsippany-based lawmaker sponsored two measures designed to prevent Sandy-like gas shortages in the future.
A pair of bills sponsored by District 26 Asw. BettyLou DeCroce in an effort to prevent gas shortages during situations like Superstorm Sandy was approved Monday by the General Assembly Homeland Security and State Preparedness Committee. The first bill, A-3911, temporarily waives the requirement that fuel merchants obtain a distributor’s license to import or deliver motor fuel from another state into New Jersey when the governor declares a state of energy emergency. The second measure, A-3912, allows a retailer to sell a supply of higher grade motor fuel at the same price as the lowest grade during an emergency. Both bills, the lawmaker said, have bipartisan support in Trenton. “These bills are necessary to ensure there are adequate …
Monday, May 6, 2013
DeCroce and Bucco introduce a bill allowing crime victims to face those who hurt them.
As the New Jersey Supreme Court decides whether a convicted killer must attend his own sentencing, District 26 Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce of Parsippany has joined with Assembly colleague Anthony Bucco of the 25th District to introduce legislation that would give crime victims and their families the right to face their assailants at sentencing. Guiseppe Tedesco, convicted of killing Alyssa Ruggieri in her Hopatcong home in 2010, wants to waive his right to appear at his sentencing. The state Supreme Court heard arguments last week and is expected to decide the matter in the fall. “Crime victims and their families will always feel the pain, loss and suffering caused by crime," DeCroce said. "They deserve the opportunity to confront …
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Assemblywoman DeCroce announces funding for five projects.
Municipalities in Morris County will share just under $1 million in state grants for road improvement projects, according to District 26 Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce. The projects receiving state funding range from a $250,000 Interpace Parkway improvment project in Parsippany to $140,000 road resurfacing project for Carey Avenue in Butler. “I am extremely pleased that we were able to secure this funding through the state Department of Transportation to upgrade the infrastructure in [these] district communities,” said DeCroce. “The state funding is critical to help offset the costs of road and bridge improvements for local taxpayers.” MORRIS COUNTY DISBURSEMENTS Municipality Project Type Amount Total Butler Borough Carey Ave …
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
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Mug shots taken by law enforcement agencies in New Jersey would be considered public records, under legislation recently introduced before the state General Assembly by Asm. Ronald S. Dancer. “Releasing pictures of defendants puts a face with a name,” said Dancer, a Republican who represents Ocean, Burlington, Middlesex and Monmouth counties. “These pictures serve important public purposes including protecting the transparency and integrity of our legal process for victims and offenders, helping to identify criminals on the run, and keeping law-abiding citizens informed about the crimes and potential criminals in their communities.” New Jersey law does not prohibit the release of mug shots, giving discretion to each agency. The Asbury Park…
Thursday, February 28, 2013
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A 7-year-old boy and his 52-year-old stepfather died tragically in a house fire on the morning of Monday, Feb. 18 on Flanders' Main Street. The boy’s mother and nine year old sister survived the fire but with injuries. Authorities suspect an improperly altered space heater to be the cause of the fire and investigators reported that the home did not have working fire alarms. The winter months tend to be the most deadly for residential fires with the increased use of fireplaces and home heating systems. I urge families to take the proper precautions to prevent potentially dangerous fire situations. Currently, there is pending legislation in New Jersey, bill A1570 in the Assembly and Senate bill S2273, which would make it mandatory for all …
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Parsippany's BettyLou DeCroce said the governor shows it's possible to be a strong and compassionate leader.
District 26 Asw. and Parsippany resident BettyLou DeCroce says Gov. Christie's Tuesday budget statement was a display of strength that will bode for a positive future for New Jersey. “Gov. Christie demonstrated what can be accomplished for taxpayers when you have leadership that tackles problems head on instead of deflecting them into the future," said the lawmaker who, like Christie, is a Republican. "He articulated well his plan that has rescued New Jersey from a decade of tax hikes and irresponsible spending." DeCroce congratulated the governor for his ability to make hard choices to improve the state's financial health. "As a result of his tough decision making, he was able to present a gimmick-free, responsible budget that for the …
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Parsippany's Joseph Raich has stated his intention to run for Assembly.
The state legislators representing the 26th Legislative District — Sen. Joe Pennacchio of Pine Brook, Assemblyman Jay Webber of Morris Plains and Parsippany resident Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce — announced their plan to run for re-election as a ticket Thursday. “I look forward to running with our team and serving the constituents of the 26th Legislative District," said Pennacchio. "It has been an honor to represent our constituents but more importantly to advocate and fight for what is in the best interests of the people we serve.” “I serve, and hope to continue to serve, so that our Garden State keeps moving toward an affordable and prosperous future as great as our state’s citizens," Webber stated. "I am committed to pursuing policies…
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Statement urges the General Assembly to override governor's veto of measure allowing treatment rather than punishment for drug overdose victims and those who help them.
By unanimous vote, the Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council approved a resolution at its Tuesday night business meeting at Town Hall urging the New Jersey legislature to once again take up the Good Samaritan Emergency Response Act. The measure would offer limited immunity from prosecution to those who suffer a drug overdose and to those who call 911 while trying to assist someone experiencing a drug overdose. The legislation, with bipartisan support, was passed by both the General Assembly and the state Senate last year. But in October, Gov. Christie vetoed the bill and instead called for an 18-month period to research the issue further. The council's act makes Parsippany the 11th New Jersey town officially to pass a resolution asking …
Monday, January 7, 2013
BettyLou DeCroce said she will focus on a fiscally conservative agenda involving cutting taxes, reforming government and boosting business.
District 26 Asw. BettyLou DeCroce, fresh from her Nov. 6 election victory, says she has an ambitious legislative agenda for the new year that features pro-business tax legislation, civil service reform and energy protection for electric utility customers. DeCroce served her first year in the General Assembly in 2012 after she was chosen to fill the seat vacated by her late husband, former GOP Assembly leader Alex DeCroce. Voters then elected her to the Assembly in a special election in November. “My first year in the State Assembly was very rewarding and productive," DeCroce said. "In 2013, I want to put my energy into addressing issues that are important to homeowners and business.” The assemblywoman said one her highest priorities …
Parsippany may join a growing number of New Jersey municipalities defending law that, if passed, would make saving lives a higher priority than punishing people.
In response to the issue of drug abuse in Parsippany-Troy Hills, the township may join other New Jersey towns in urging state lawmakers to override Gov. Christie's October veto of the Good Samaritan Emergency Response Act bill. After the Township Council's reorganization meeting at Town Hall Thursday night, the body took up the task of finalizing the agenda for its Jan. 15 regular business meeting. Among the items to be discussed is a proposed resolution that calls on the General Assembly and state Senate to take up again the Good Samaritan Act, which would offer limited immunity from prosecution to those who call 911 while trying to assist someone experiencing a drug overdose. The original bill was passed through both legislative …
The All Seeing Eye
7:14 pm on Tuesday, May 14, 2013
How can they pump gas if the power is out ? would it be better to have one line of pumps on generators ? If this was required the lines if any would be short. more ›