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Keeping New Jersey Informed. NJ SEED's weekly curated digest, received by members of the NJ Legislature, the NJ Congressional Delegation and key members of the Administration.

June 16, 2026 · njspotlightnews.org

Who Wields the Power as Budget Comes Together in Trenton?

NJ SEED: The article describes the balance of powers granted to the executive and legislative branches in crafting a budget – not unlike the making...

June 16, 2026 · binje.com

Faster and Smarter: Four Sherrill Administration Leaders Lay Out Ways to Fix Permitting, Increase Efficiency

NJ SEED: It’s that déjà vu all over again feeling. Every incoming administration has, with good intentions, sought to address permitting and other...

June 9, 2026 · njspotlightnews.org

State Delays Flood Rules That Split Homeowners, Environmentalists

NJ SEED: DEP’s anticipated decision to delay implementation of controversial new flood rules is an opportunity for homeowners, municipalities, and...

June 9, 2026 · nj.com

Army Corps Signs $35M Deal to Rebuild Battered Jersey Shore Beaches

June 9, 2026 · nj.gov

Governor Sherrill Nominates Ben Hertz-Shargel as Commissioner of the Board of Public Utilities, Will Name as President Upon Confirmation

NJ SEED: The governor’s nomination of Ben Hertz-Shargel to eventually become BPU President appears to be well-grounded. He is an energy-systems...

June 9, 2026 · njspotlightnews.org

GOP to Democrats: Reclaim Cash, Skip Pork to Shrink NJ Budget Gap

NJ SEED: Governor Sherrill is leading the way in proposing cuts to reduce the structural deficit. The Legislature would be well advised to follow her...

June 4, 2026 · patch.com

Sherrill Targets AI Data Centers in Four Point Plan

NJ SEED: Guardrails are a wise move and are helpful, indeed essential. Unfortunately, as reported, the establishment of guardrails is done in a...

June 4, 2026 · njspotlightnews.org

Sea-Level Rise, Sunny-Day Flooding — and Shore Building Boom

NJ SEED: Whatever the multiple causes of sea level rise, the fact is that sea levels are currently rising at an annual measurable rate. Allowing...

June 4, 2026 · nj.com

Oil Giants Could Owe N.J. $50B for Pollution — But the Industry Says it’s a Crazy Cash Grab

NJ SEED: Extorting funds from businesses is, unfortunately, a too well-established NJ practice, and in the long run may not be the best approach for...

June 4, 2026 · roi-nj.com

Sherrill Administration Pauses Review of Climate Rules Finalized During Last Days of Murphy Administration

May 26, 2026 · nj.gov

Governor Sherrill and Treasurer Binder Announce April Revenue Increase, Reduced Structural Deficit & Increased Surplus in Proposed FY 2027 State Budget

May 26, 2026 · nj.gov

Governor Sherrill Declares a State of Emergency Following Sweeping Agricultural Losses

NJ SEED: Agriculture is New Jersey’s third-largest industry, generating approximately $1.5 billion in annual revenue and representing 1.2 percent of...

May 26, 2026 · njbiz.com

Fort Monmouth Redevelopment Enters Transformative Phase

NJ SEED: The Fort Monmouth Redevelopment project is fast becoming a star in the galaxy of the state’s growing economy.

May 26, 2026 · njspotlightnews.org

NJ at Risk of Returning $90 Million in Flagged COVID-19 Spending

NJ SEED: The Trump Administration is pursuing a serious effort to uncover issues of fraud and abuse, including misdirection of Coronavirus Relief...

May 26, 2026 · njbiz.com

$75M Approved for Newark Airport Terminal B Upgrades

NJ SEED: NJ’s Historic Newark Airport is a major link in the region’s transportation infrastructure. It is important to the bi-state economy that the...

May 19, 2026 · njbiz.com

NJ Business Leaders Examine Tariffs, Global Trade Shifts

NJ SEED: The article reports on an informative discussion. There continues to be uncertainty in the economy, especially during the blockage of oil...

May 19, 2026 · nj.com

Overtaxed N.J. Homebuyers Are Fleeing to This Unlikely State

NJ SEED: Tennessee may seem an unlikely destination for those fleeing NJ, and the reason is not likely to be driven by the lovely scenery. Or because...

May 19, 2026 · newjerseymonitor.com

NJ Housing Supply is Lagging Behind Population Growth

NJ SEED: Notwithstanding legislation and court rulings, NJ falls behind the rest of the nation when it comes to providing adequate, affordable...