Murphy Will Retain Pandemic Powers As Controversial Bill Advances

Controversial legislation allowing Governor Murphy to retain certain executive powers even after the Public Health Emergency ends will be signed into law today. Despite public protests outside the Statehouse and strong opposition from GOP legislators, the bill was rammed through both Houses yesterday in a way that by-passed the usual Committee Hearing process, eliminating the public’s ability to weigh in on the bill. New Jersey Globe has the details: https://newjerseyglobe.com/governor/pandemic-powers-bill-goes-to-murphy-desk/