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As the holy month of Ramadan comes to an end, I would like to extend my warmest wishes to the Muslim community on Eid Al Fitr. Let us continue to embody the spirit of Ramadan throughout the year, by showing compassion, generosity, and unity towards our fellow human beings.
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Reminder that mail-in ballots for the upcoming June Primary Election will be mailed out very soon! If you haven't requested your mail-in ballot yet, there's still time to do so. Voting by mail is a convenient and secure option for those who may not be able to make it to the polls in person, so be sure to take advantage and make your voice heard. Request your vote by mail ballot here. [[link removed]]
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In honor of Earth Week 2023 this week, Governor Murphy announced a proposed investment of nearly $100 million for projects to develop or update parks and preserve open space, including a new initiative to fund construction of inclusive playgrounds for differently abled children.
“The projects recommended for funding to the independent Garden State Preservation Trust will help build and update New Jersey’s outstanding parks, recreation, and open space inventories while providing for construction of inclusive playgrounds,” said Governor Murphy. [[link removed]] “These grants and loans will benefit numerous communities across the state by providing opportunities to engage in healthy activities, enjoy the outdoors, and spend quality family time together.”
Throughout his tenure in office, Governor Murphy has proven his commitment to building a clean and green economy that not only creates jobs but also protects our future. This new investment is just the latest in a string of efforts to reduce our state’s carbon footprint, provide a significant boost to the job market by creating new opportunities in emerging industries, and stimulate green economic growth. The Murphy administration has also:
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Reentered
the
Regional
Greenhouse
Gas
Initiative
and
rejoined
a
comprehensive
and
collaborative
multi-state
partnership
to
curb
the
carbon
emissions
that
contribute
to
climate
change.


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Set
a
goal
of
achieving
a
100%
clean
energy
economy
by
2035.


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Invested
heavily
in
electric
vehicle
infrastructure
and
getting
more
EVs
on
the
road
through
incentive
programs.


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Made
New
Jersey
the
first
state
to
put
climate
education
into
our
K-12
teaching
curriculum
to
prepare
our
kids
for
the
green
jobs
of
the
future.


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Put
in
place
new
policies
to
expand
solar,
making
the
leap
to
solar
power
more
accessible
for
lower-to-middle-class
families.
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Tickets are officially on sale for our 2023 NJDSC Conference! Join us for one or more events as we road trip across the state on June 8-10! We will network, meet other Democrats, and prepare for the 2023 election season.
Tickets for the convention are $50 and include access to all events. After you purchase your ticket, you MUST RSVP for every event you wish to attend. Some events have limited capacity.
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Note: Ticket prices will rise to $75.00 after May 15th so be sure to get your ticket early!
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This week President Biden signed an executive order that includes more than 50 directives to nearly every cabinet-level agency to expand access to affordable, high-quality care, and provide support for care workers and family caregivers. His Executive Order includes actions that will:
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Make
child
care
and
long-term
care
more
accessible
and
affordable
for
families,
including
military
families.


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Improve
access
to
home-based
care
for
veterans
who
require
support
with
activities
of
daily
living,
like
bathing
and
getting
dressed,
by
giving
them
more
decision-making
power
over
who
delivers
that
care
and
when.


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Take
steps
to
enhance
job
quality
and
boost
pay
for
long-term
care
workers
and
early
educators.


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Advance
domestic
workers
rights
by
publishing
a
sample
employment
agreement
so
domestic
child
care
and
long-term
care
workers
and
their
employers
can
ensure
both
parties
better
understand
their
rights
and
responsibilities.


President Biden and the Biden administration have remained committed to promoting fair wages, safe working conditions, and affordable healthcare, which are essential for the well-being of millions of the Americans who work tirelessly to care for others. By recognizing the value and dignity of this essential workforce, we will not only helping to improve their lives but also strengthens our nation's social fabric.
— Chairman LeRoy J. Jones, Jr.
P.S. FINAL CALL FOR COMMENTS! NJDSC’s proposed 2024 Delegate Selection Plan for the 2024 DNC Convention is up on our website for comments until April 28, 2023. Take a look at the plan here [[link removed]] and send your comments to [email protected] [[email protected]] before the deadline.
P.S.S. Join NJDSC’s Progressive Caucus for an Earth Day Panel on environmental justice that will be held on Thursday, April 27 from 6:00-8:30 pm at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Monmouth County. Find more information and RSVP here! [[link removed]]
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