NJBIZ

Murphy looks back as final days as New Jersey governor near

Gov. Phil Murphy reflects on his final days in office as New Jersey prepares for Mikie Sherrill’s inauguration Jan. 20 in Newark.
Jewish Insider

Gov. Phil Murphy killed New Jersey antisemitism legislation, sources say

Murphy and other Democrats were reportedly concerned that support for the legislation would fuel primary campaigns against incumbents

'Come on, man.' Murphy says he regrets NJ watchdog appointment

Tiffany Williams Brewer was appointed chair of a state watchdog agency. In a published report, Gov. Murphy says he now regrets it.
NJBIZ

Murphy signs statewide phone-free schools law starting 2026-27

Gov. Phil Murphy signed a new law requiring New Jersey schools to restrict student cell phone use starting in 2026–27.

Murphy Signs Law Requiring Cell Phone Restrictions In NJ Schools

Say goodbye to scrolling in the hallways. New Jersey schools are officially going phone-free. On Thursday, Jan. 8, at Ramsey High School, Gov. Phil Murphy signed a new law requiring districts statewide to restrict student cell phone use during the school day.
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