New Jersey Policy Perspective
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New Jersey Policy Perspective (NJPP) is a nonpartisan think tank that drives policy change to advance economic, social, and racial justice.
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Blueprint for a Strong and Resilient New Jersey - New Jersey Policy Perspective
The Blueprint is a bold vision for the our collective future through progressive policy — one that centers the needs of hard-working New Jerseyans.
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Every four years, NJPP takes the time to reflect, revise, and map out the policies needed to build a stronger, more equitable Garden State.
The Blueprint isn’t just another report — it’s a bold vision for our collective future.
Read more:
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The Blueprint isn’t just another report — it’s a bold vision for our collective future.
Read more:
www.njpp.org/publications...
🚨 NEW REPORT 🚨
More than 727,000 New Jerseyans currently lack health insurance, and that number will grow dramatically as Congress eliminates $500 million in marketplace subsidies and imposes new Medicaid work requirements.
Read more from @bholom11.bsky.social: www.njpp.org/publications...
More than 727,000 New Jerseyans currently lack health insurance, and that number will grow dramatically as Congress eliminates $500 million in marketplace subsidies and imposes new Medicaid work requirements.
Read more from @bholom11.bsky.social: www.njpp.org/publications...
Mind the Gap: Keeping New Jerseyans Covered in the Face of Federal Cuts - New Jersey Policy Perspective
Without immediate state action to counter federal cuts, hundreds of thousands of New Jerseyans will lose health care coverage.
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February 6, 2026 at 4:35 PM
🚨 NEW REPORT 🚨
More than 727,000 New Jerseyans currently lack health insurance, and that number will grow dramatically as Congress eliminates $500 million in marketplace subsidies and imposes new Medicaid work requirements.
Read more from @bholom11.bsky.social: www.njpp.org/publications...
More than 727,000 New Jerseyans currently lack health insurance, and that number will grow dramatically as Congress eliminates $500 million in marketplace subsidies and imposes new Medicaid work requirements.
Read more from @bholom11.bsky.social: www.njpp.org/publications...
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A small glimmer of hope: the recently signed federal budget bills include full funding for LIHEAP!
LIHEAP helps over 240,000 New Jersey households pay their energy bills, including seniors, people with disabilities, and low income families.
www.utilitydive.com/news/federal...
LIHEAP helps over 240,000 New Jersey households pay their energy bills, including seniors, people with disabilities, and low income families.
www.utilitydive.com/news/federal...
Federal energy assistance programs survive budget gauntlet
Budget bills passed by Congress this year maintain funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program and the Weatherization Assistance Program at levels similar to previous years.
www.utilitydive.com
February 4, 2026 at 9:39 PM
A small glimmer of hope: the recently signed federal budget bills include full funding for LIHEAP!
LIHEAP helps over 240,000 New Jersey households pay their energy bills, including seniors, people with disabilities, and low income families.
www.utilitydive.com/news/federal...
LIHEAP helps over 240,000 New Jersey households pay their energy bills, including seniors, people with disabilities, and low income families.
www.utilitydive.com/news/federal...
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It’s transit equity week, so of course the Trump administration is blocking one of the most important transit projects in the country.
“It’s madness here to see the federal government attack jobs, attack the economy, attack affordability.” -Gov Sherrill
“It’s madness here to see the federal government attack jobs, attack the economy, attack affordability.” -Gov Sherrill
February 3, 2026 at 7:46 PM
It’s transit equity week, so of course the Trump administration is blocking one of the most important transit projects in the country.
“It’s madness here to see the federal government attack jobs, attack the economy, attack affordability.” -Gov Sherrill
“It’s madness here to see the federal government attack jobs, attack the economy, attack affordability.” -Gov Sherrill
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As state policymakers convene for leg season, they'll face cutting funding for vital public services or preserving & raising revenue to meet constituents’ needs. @wesleytharpe.bsky.social highlights states that have raised revenues & how they can be a roadmap for others: www.cbpp.org/research/sta...
States That Raised Revenue Offer Brighter Roadmap for Others
To build forward and invest in a brighter future, states should avoid cutting taxes and follow the example of these revenue-raising states to fund public services that support affordability for famili...
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February 2, 2026 at 6:00 PM
As state policymakers convene for leg season, they'll face cutting funding for vital public services or preserving & raising revenue to meet constituents’ needs. @wesleytharpe.bsky.social highlights states that have raised revenues & how they can be a roadmap for others: www.cbpp.org/research/sta...
New Jersey has the power to protect immigrant communities.
"We fight for policies that protect immigrant communities and fix our broken criminal justice system because everyone deserves safety, dignity, and the chance to build a life here," said @nicolenjpp.bsky.social.
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"We fight for policies that protect immigrant communities and fix our broken criminal justice system because everyone deserves safety, dignity, and the chance to build a life here," said @nicolenjpp.bsky.social.
www.njpp.org/media/statem...
New Jersey Has the Power to Protect Immigrant Communities - New Jersey Policy Perspective
Concrete state policies can protect families when the federal government won't
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January 28, 2026 at 8:28 PM
New Jersey has the power to protect immigrant communities.
"We fight for policies that protect immigrant communities and fix our broken criminal justice system because everyone deserves safety, dignity, and the chance to build a life here," said @nicolenjpp.bsky.social.
www.njpp.org/media/statem...
"We fight for policies that protect immigrant communities and fix our broken criminal justice system because everyone deserves safety, dignity, and the chance to build a life here," said @nicolenjpp.bsky.social.
www.njpp.org/media/statem...
ICYMI: The outgoing governor's decision to pocket veto two bills leaves critical gaps in protections for New Jersey's immigrant communities.
"Fear of litigation should not prevent New Jersey from enacting the strongest possible safeguards,” said @nicolenjpp.bsky.social.
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"Fear of litigation should not prevent New Jersey from enacting the strongest possible safeguards,” said @nicolenjpp.bsky.social.
www.njpp.org/media/statem...
NJPP Statement on Governor Murphy's Action on Immigrant Protection Bills - New Jersey Policy Perspective
On his final day in office, Governor Phil Murphy signed the Safe Communities Act (A6308) into law but pocket vetoed two companion bills: the Privacy Protection Act (A6309) and a […]
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January 21, 2026 at 3:23 PM
ICYMI: The outgoing governor's decision to pocket veto two bills leaves critical gaps in protections for New Jersey's immigrant communities.
"Fear of litigation should not prevent New Jersey from enacting the strongest possible safeguards,” said @nicolenjpp.bsky.social.
www.njpp.org/media/statem...
"Fear of litigation should not prevent New Jersey from enacting the strongest possible safeguards,” said @nicolenjpp.bsky.social.
www.njpp.org/media/statem...
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🚨 BREAKING: Earlier this morning, @govmurphy.bsky.social signed the Safe Communities Act while allowing TWO OUT OF THREE crucial bills in the immigrant protections package to die on his desk.
Shame, shame, shame.
🔗 Read our full statement at bit.ly/statement12026
Shame, shame, shame.
🔗 Read our full statement at bit.ly/statement12026
January 20, 2026 at 2:54 PM
🚨 BREAKING: Earlier this morning, @govmurphy.bsky.social signed the Safe Communities Act while allowing TWO OUT OF THREE crucial bills in the immigrant protections package to die on his desk.
Shame, shame, shame.
🔗 Read our full statement at bit.ly/statement12026
Shame, shame, shame.
🔗 Read our full statement at bit.ly/statement12026
Governor-Elect @mikiesherrill.bsky.social is inheriting a budget that looks good on the surface, but is actually a fiscal minefield.
NJPP Senior Policy Analyst @ptrchn1.bsky.social sat down with @njspotlightnews.org to break down his latest report:
youtu.be/gf5RnmknDhU?...
NJPP Senior Policy Analyst @ptrchn1.bsky.social sat down with @njspotlightnews.org to break down his latest report:
youtu.be/gf5RnmknDhU?...
NJ Spotlight News: January 15, 2026
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January 16, 2026 at 3:25 PM
Governor-Elect @mikiesherrill.bsky.social is inheriting a budget that looks good on the surface, but is actually a fiscal minefield.
NJPP Senior Policy Analyst @ptrchn1.bsky.social sat down with @njspotlightnews.org to break down his latest report:
youtu.be/gf5RnmknDhU?...
NJPP Senior Policy Analyst @ptrchn1.bsky.social sat down with @njspotlightnews.org to break down his latest report:
youtu.be/gf5RnmknDhU?...
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Without sustainable and equitable revenue sources, incoming governor Mikie Sherrill is inheriting a state budget full of fiscal threats — to the tune of $3 billion.
Read the full report from @ptrchn1.bsky.social: www.njpp.org/publications...
Without sustainable and equitable revenue sources, incoming governor Mikie Sherrill is inheriting a state budget full of fiscal threats — to the tune of $3 billion.
Read the full report from @ptrchn1.bsky.social: www.njpp.org/publications...
Five Budget Time Bombs Facing the Next Governor - New Jersey Policy Perspective
Without sustainable and equitable revenue sources, incoming governor Mikie Sherrill is inheriting a state budget full of fiscal threats.
www.njpp.org
January 15, 2026 at 7:36 PM
🚨 NEW 🚨
Without sustainable and equitable revenue sources, incoming governor Mikie Sherrill is inheriting a state budget full of fiscal threats — to the tune of $3 billion.
Read the full report from @ptrchn1.bsky.social: www.njpp.org/publications...
Without sustainable and equitable revenue sources, incoming governor Mikie Sherrill is inheriting a state budget full of fiscal threats — to the tune of $3 billion.
Read the full report from @ptrchn1.bsky.social: www.njpp.org/publications...
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The World Cup is a great opportunity to evaluate and improve our transit system, especially around MetLife.
As I told a reporter once, “It is considered a rite of passage in New Jersey to sit in traffic for two hours after an event at MetLife.”
Source: www.nytimes.com/2024/02/09/n... #NJSOTS
As I told a reporter once, “It is considered a rite of passage in New Jersey to sit in traffic for two hours after an event at MetLife.”
Source: www.nytimes.com/2024/02/09/n... #NJSOTS
‘New York New Jersey’ Got the World Cup Final. Now Comes the Hard Part. (Published 2024)
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January 13, 2026 at 9:23 PM
The World Cup is a great opportunity to evaluate and improve our transit system, especially around MetLife.
As I told a reporter once, “It is considered a rite of passage in New Jersey to sit in traffic for two hours after an event at MetLife.”
Source: www.nytimes.com/2024/02/09/n... #NJSOTS
As I told a reporter once, “It is considered a rite of passage in New Jersey to sit in traffic for two hours after an event at MetLife.”
Source: www.nytimes.com/2024/02/09/n... #NJSOTS
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I really hope the World Cup and the 250th anniversary celebrations both center around this message: IMMIGRANTS ARE WHAT MAKE OUR COUNTRY GREAT. #NJSOTS
January 13, 2026 at 9:19 PM
I really hope the World Cup and the 250th anniversary celebrations both center around this message: IMMIGRANTS ARE WHAT MAKE OUR COUNTRY GREAT. #NJSOTS
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Okay, good self-deprecating NJ Transit joke.
Gov Murphy was dealt a BAD hand, and we knew transit wasn’t going to be solved in just one or two terms. The Corporate Transit Fee prevented it from getting worse, but there’s no doubt CEO Kolluri has his work cut out for him. The work continues! #NJSOTS
Gov Murphy was dealt a BAD hand, and we knew transit wasn’t going to be solved in just one or two terms. The Corporate Transit Fee prevented it from getting worse, but there’s no doubt CEO Kolluri has his work cut out for him. The work continues! #NJSOTS
January 13, 2026 at 9:17 PM
Okay, good self-deprecating NJ Transit joke.
Gov Murphy was dealt a BAD hand, and we knew transit wasn’t going to be solved in just one or two terms. The Corporate Transit Fee prevented it from getting worse, but there’s no doubt CEO Kolluri has his work cut out for him. The work continues! #NJSOTS
Gov Murphy was dealt a BAD hand, and we knew transit wasn’t going to be solved in just one or two terms. The Corporate Transit Fee prevented it from getting worse, but there’s no doubt CEO Kolluri has his work cut out for him. The work continues! #NJSOTS
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Actually, I think people in New Jersey are rightly concerned about generative AI because AI data centers are raising our utility bills.
That’s why we need guardrails in place now to stop these companies from putting their costs on us. #NJSOTS
That’s why we need guardrails in place now to stop these companies from putting their costs on us. #NJSOTS
January 13, 2026 at 9:16 PM
Actually, I think people in New Jersey are rightly concerned about generative AI because AI data centers are raising our utility bills.
That’s why we need guardrails in place now to stop these companies from putting their costs on us. #NJSOTS
That’s why we need guardrails in place now to stop these companies from putting their costs on us. #NJSOTS
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I've also criticized the use of state tax credits to fund AI projects with dubious economic benefits and potentially substantial costs: www.njpp.org/publications...
The same data centers that drive AI are also driving utility bills through the roof.
The same data centers that drive AI are also driving utility bills through the roof.
Benefits to Allocating Tax Credits for Artificial Intelligence Are Risky and Unclear - New Jersey Policy Perspective
Testimony from NJPP Senior Policy Analyst Peter Chen in opposition to allocating unexpended Aspire and Emerge tax credits to AI.
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January 13, 2026 at 9:08 PM
I've also criticized the use of state tax credits to fund AI projects with dubious economic benefits and potentially substantial costs: www.njpp.org/publications...
The same data centers that drive AI are also driving utility bills through the roof.
The same data centers that drive AI are also driving utility bills through the roof.
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That goes double for the film tax credit program. I've written plenty about how these tax credits are a bad deal for states.
Hollywood studios and movie stars may be flashy additions, but their track record for helping state economies is shoddy.
www.njpp.org/publications...
Hollywood studios and movie stars may be flashy additions, but their track record for helping state economies is shoddy.
www.njpp.org/publications...
Reel Regret: The High Cost of Expanding Film Tax Credits in New Jersey - New Jersey Policy Perspective
A proposal to expand New Jersey’s film and TV tax credit program would cost the state $200 million annually and erode safeguards against abuse.
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January 13, 2026 at 9:06 PM
That goes double for the film tax credit program. I've written plenty about how these tax credits are a bad deal for states.
Hollywood studios and movie stars may be flashy additions, but their track record for helping state economies is shoddy.
www.njpp.org/publications...
Hollywood studios and movie stars may be flashy additions, but their track record for helping state economies is shoddy.
www.njpp.org/publications...
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Murphy highlighting the economic tax credit and corporate subsidy programs.
But it's not clear that these subsidies are what's driving New Jersey's economic success.
As Murphy notes, the jury's out on how effective these programs have been.
But it's not clear that these subsidies are what's driving New Jersey's economic success.
As Murphy notes, the jury's out on how effective these programs have been.
January 13, 2026 at 9:04 PM
Murphy highlighting the economic tax credit and corporate subsidy programs.
But it's not clear that these subsidies are what's driving New Jersey's economic success.
As Murphy notes, the jury's out on how effective these programs have been.
But it's not clear that these subsidies are what's driving New Jersey's economic success.
As Murphy notes, the jury's out on how effective these programs have been.
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Even with the beautiful wins, we can and need to do better about making NJ better for all communities, especially those left out of opportunities, and under attack from a regime hell bent on hurting humans. We need immigrant trust act bills signed ASAP at the very least. #immigrantsmakenj
January 13, 2026 at 9:05 PM
Even with the beautiful wins, we can and need to do better about making NJ better for all communities, especially those left out of opportunities, and under attack from a regime hell bent on hurting humans. We need immigrant trust act bills signed ASAP at the very least. #immigrantsmakenj
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Affordability crisis is real. And under @govmurphy.bsky.social, NJ is stronger. Under this admin, we raised the min wage, expanded paid fam leave, reduced incarceration, expanded EITC, created child tax credit, & enacted progressive taxes like millionaires, mansion, & corporate transit fee, & more!
January 13, 2026 at 8:46 PM
Affordability crisis is real. And under @govmurphy.bsky.social, NJ is stronger. Under this admin, we raised the min wage, expanded paid fam leave, reduced incarceration, expanded EITC, created child tax credit, & enacted progressive taxes like millionaires, mansion, & corporate transit fee, & more!
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States have real power to improve people’s lives in meaningful ways. Grateful to live in New Jersey and to see what’s possible when that power is used to advance opportunity and equity.
January 13, 2026 at 8:51 PM
States have real power to improve people’s lives in meaningful ways. Grateful to live in New Jersey and to see what’s possible when that power is used to advance opportunity and equity.
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Murphy on immigration: "New Jersey is your home. We have always supported you. And we always will."
Let's hope that includes signing the Safe Communities Act and codifying the Immigrant Trust Directive!
NJ is a state of immigrants, where immigrants drive Main St business
Let's hope that includes signing the Safe Communities Act and codifying the Immigrant Trust Directive!
NJ is a state of immigrants, where immigrants drive Main St business
January 13, 2026 at 8:53 PM
Murphy on immigration: "New Jersey is your home. We have always supported you. And we always will."
Let's hope that includes signing the Safe Communities Act and codifying the Immigrant Trust Directive!
NJ is a state of immigrants, where immigrants drive Main St business
Let's hope that includes signing the Safe Communities Act and codifying the Immigrant Trust Directive!
NJ is a state of immigrants, where immigrants drive Main St business
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Lol, angry comment in the NJSpotlight Youtube chat about higher electric bills.
A reminder that our higher bills are due largely in part to 1. AI data center demand and 2. PJM dragging its feet on building more energy supply.
Learn more here: www.njpp.org/publications... #NJSOTS
A reminder that our higher bills are due largely in part to 1. AI data center demand and 2. PJM dragging its feet on building more energy supply.
Learn more here: www.njpp.org/publications... #NJSOTS
Millions of New Jerseyans at Risk from Hazardous Materials Transported by Rail - New Jersey Policy Perspective
New Jersey should update its hazmat freight rail policies to protect the millions of residents who live along freight lines.
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January 13, 2026 at 8:54 PM
Lol, angry comment in the NJSpotlight Youtube chat about higher electric bills.
A reminder that our higher bills are due largely in part to 1. AI data center demand and 2. PJM dragging its feet on building more energy supply.
Learn more here: www.njpp.org/publications... #NJSOTS
A reminder that our higher bills are due largely in part to 1. AI data center demand and 2. PJM dragging its feet on building more energy supply.
Learn more here: www.njpp.org/publications... #NJSOTS
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Truly one of the shining achievements of the Murphy Administration is his commitment to reproductive freedom. New Jersey is a safe haven for anyone who needs access to reproductive health and it must stay that way. #NJSOTS
January 13, 2026 at 8:49 PM
Truly one of the shining achievements of the Murphy Administration is his commitment to reproductive freedom. New Jersey is a safe haven for anyone who needs access to reproductive health and it must stay that way. #NJSOTS
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Gov Murphy has made important improvements in voting and elections, but there is still unfinished business.
The NJ Voting Rights Act couldn't get across the finish line in time, and more needs to be done to limit the role of money in politics.
The NJ Voting Rights Act couldn't get across the finish line in time, and more needs to be done to limit the role of money in politics.
January 13, 2026 at 8:48 PM
Gov Murphy has made important improvements in voting and elections, but there is still unfinished business.
The NJ Voting Rights Act couldn't get across the finish line in time, and more needs to be done to limit the role of money in politics.
The NJ Voting Rights Act couldn't get across the finish line in time, and more needs to be done to limit the role of money in politics.
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Yes, gun violence and homicides are down. But in 2024, more people died in vehicle collisions than by homicide.
That’s why it’s essential we see implementation of the Target Zero Law in the next administration.
The draft action plan is here! >> vtc.rutgers.edu/wp-content/u... #NJSOTS
That’s why it’s essential we see implementation of the Target Zero Law in the next administration.
The draft action plan is here! >> vtc.rutgers.edu/wp-content/u... #NJSOTS
vtc.rutgers.edu
January 13, 2026 at 8:45 PM
Yes, gun violence and homicides are down. But in 2024, more people died in vehicle collisions than by homicide.
That’s why it’s essential we see implementation of the Target Zero Law in the next administration.
The draft action plan is here! >> vtc.rutgers.edu/wp-content/u... #NJSOTS
That’s why it’s essential we see implementation of the Target Zero Law in the next administration.
The draft action plan is here! >> vtc.rutgers.edu/wp-content/u... #NJSOTS
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Gov mentions Stay NJ and the property tax credit programs. But these costs are increasing their fiscal burden on the state.
As NJPP has outlined, there are small tweaks that can help Stay NJ fit the "stronger and fairer" mindset by reducing benefits for the wealthy: www.njpp.org/publications...
As NJPP has outlined, there are small tweaks that can help Stay NJ fit the "stronger and fairer" mindset by reducing benefits for the wealthy: www.njpp.org/publications...
Course Correction: Preserving Senior Housing Affordability While Cutting Costs - New Jersey Policy Perspective
With changes to the current program, Stay NJ can become more fiscally sustainable while helping seniors in most need of housing assistance.
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January 13, 2026 at 8:35 PM
Gov mentions Stay NJ and the property tax credit programs. But these costs are increasing their fiscal burden on the state.
As NJPP has outlined, there are small tweaks that can help Stay NJ fit the "stronger and fairer" mindset by reducing benefits for the wealthy: www.njpp.org/publications...
As NJPP has outlined, there are small tweaks that can help Stay NJ fit the "stronger and fairer" mindset by reducing benefits for the wealthy: www.njpp.org/publications...