Almost a year and a half after lawmakers rejected a gay marriage bill in the New Jersey, Assemblyman Reed Gusciora is introducing the measure again. "I think it's important especially when you look at what's going on in New York, that they're having a ... (Read More)
Assemblyman Reed Gusciora (D-Mercer), a sponsor of the medical marijuana law, said he wasn't aware the governor had put a halt to rolling out the medical marijuana law. "I thought the program was moving forward. It was the whole reason we compromised," ... (Read More)
Assemblyman Reed Gusciora (D-Mercer) said he and others will introduce new legislation to strike the provision entirely. "You shouldn't have the haves and the have nots," he said. Gusciora likened the state panel, which will be devising the health care... (Read More)
Perhaps even more important, according to Gusciora, the bill would save precious public resources at a time when every taxpayer dollar is critical. Read More...
For release June 27, 2011 (TRENTON) – A resolution sponsored by Assembly Democrats Reed Gusciora, Bonnie Watson Coleman and Daniel R. Benson to preserve the Princeton Battlefield and honor those who fought and died there has been approved by the full Assembly. The resolution (AR-135) supports preserving the Princeton Battlefield, a key battleground in the early years of the Revolutionary War, when George Washington led American forces to an important victory over the Hessian and British garrisons at Trenton and Princeton. The site of the Princeton Battlefield has been designated a National Landmark by the U.S. Department of the Interior and the adjacent area may contain important clues of the battle fought at Princeton. But like many Revolutionary War battlefields located in New Jersey, the Princeton Battlefield is threatened by ongoing development. "Preserving the Princeton Battlefield honors those who fought there, and recognizes the importance of the Trenton-Princeton campaign in turning the tide of the Revolution as well as the critical role New Jersey played in America's victory," said Gusciora (D-Mercer). "In a time when reality shows seem to dictate impressions of our great state, saving the battlefield would serve as a reminder for the rest of the country about New Jersey's distinguished place in history." "It was in New Jersey where hopes for an independent America were reenergized with the victories in Trenton and Princeton," said Watson Coleman (D-Mercer). "We owe it to those who bravely fought and died on that battlefield, and future generations of New Jerseyans to preserve this remarkable piece of not just New Jersey, but American history." "It was Thomas Jefferson who said, 'A morsel of genuine history is a thing so rare as to be always valuable,'" said Benson (D-Mercer/Middlesex). "The surrender of British soldiers at the Battle of Princeton improved the morale of Revolutionary troops and was crucial in turning the tide of the war. Let's not surrender our historic heritage. Let's preserve the Princeton Battlefield." The resolution urges all political entities in the state and owners of the lands where the battle was fought to do all in their power to preserve the hallowed ground of the battlefield and to stop further loss of New Jersey's historic heritage. The resolution was approved by a 77-0 vote.
(TRENTON) - Deputy Majority Leader Reed Gusciora (D-Princeton) commended the Governor on Tuesday for agreeing to make the state's required $506 million payment to the pension fund by Fiscal Year 2012. "I am very glad to hear that Governor Christie intends to honor the law by making the required pension payment," said Gusciora. "As part of the terms and conditions of public employment, public employees have been paying into the pension fund, and it's about time the state meets its legal obligation to pay." Read More...
Earlier this year, Assemblyman Gusciora commended the Governor for his proposal to increase financial support for the Technology Business Tax Certificate Transfer Program. Now, as the FY2012 Budget proceedings begin, Assemblyman Gusciora is enthusiastic that New Jersey will reinstate funds for programs that will foster an environment for biotech and independent pharmaceutical companies to expand and grow. "This is no-brained," stated Gusciora, "it's a win-win for our state, our college grads, and our economy." Read More...
In a statement released on April 4th, the Sierra Club of New Jersey endorsed the candidacy of Assemblyman Gusciora. "Reed Gusciora has been an environmental champion for the people… He has been a leader and a fighter on major environmental issues that have shaped New Jersey," the statement read. "The Sierra Club looks forward to continuing to work with him on issues that matter to the people of New Jersey." Read More...
Legislation sponsored by Assemblyman Gusciora permitting motorcycle dealers to sell motorcycles on Sundays has been signed into law. "This will help put New Jersey dealers on the same footing as the competition in New York and Pennsylvania" stated Gusciora. "In these tough economic times it is important that New Jersey remains competitive and this law benefits both consumers and businesses through the state." Click here...
Assemblyman Gusciora remains optimistic that New Jersey's medical marijuana program will continue as planned. As stipulated by legislation sponsored by Assemblyman Gusciora and signed into law in 2009, the regulations of alternative treatment centers (ATCs) fall under the purview of the Department of Health and Senior Services. Through a compromise with the Governor, Assemblyman Gusciora reached an agreement regarding the DHSS revised regulations and hopes that the program will be implemented as soon as possible. Click here...
As Vice-chairman of the Environment and Solid Waste Committee, Assemblyman Gusciora was pleased to oversee legislation to help save the Barnegat Bay. Gusciora attended a joint Assembly and Senate hearing in Tom's River to discuss a package of four bills aimed at protecting New Jersey's shores. All four bills were approved, and will now move on to the General Assembly. Read More...
Assemblyman Reed Gusciora is always looking for more people to join his groups on Facebook. Recently, Assemblyman Gusciora started the group "New Jersey LGBT for Obama" (click here to join) and also has another group "Students for Reed Gusciora" (click here to join). If you have a facebook, don't hesitate to join the groups and show support for one of the most progressive legislators in the state of New Jersey!
Catch Assemblyman Gusciora appearance on MSNBC's morning show with Alex Witt. As primary sponsor of the "New Jersey Compassionate Use Medical Marijuana Act," Gusciora was invited onto the program to discuss Governor Christie's proposal to allow Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, to grow medicinal marijuana. Click here to watch the interview.
Assemblyman Gusciora made headlines for his Op-ed piece on "Proposition NJ", a bill sponsored by Gusciora to alleviate the burden of property taxes for New Jersey homeowners. Throughout New Jersey, newspapers applauded Gusciora for the proposal and insisted that the Legislature finally take action in solving New Jersey's over-reliance on property taxes. To read Assemblyman Gusciora's Op-ed, click here.
Assemblyman Gusciora is urging all citizens to donate their unneeded cell phones to Cell Phones for Soldiers. The Assemblyman's district office at 226 West State Street in Trenton will be a drop-off site for any person looking to donate their old equipment. Every cell phone donated and recycled will give a soldier one hour of talk time with their family and friends. To find out more, visit the Cell Phones for Soldiers website here.