Bucco Bill Giving Municipalities More Options to Purchase Firefighting Equipment Advances
Legislation sponsored by Senator Anthony M. Bucco that enables municipalities to extend the time to permanently finance the purchase of new firefighting apparatus was approved by the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee.
Sen. Anthony Bucco’s bill that enables municipalities to extend the time to permanently finance the purchase of new firefighting apparatus was approved by the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee. (SenateNJ.com)
“Municipalities are facing greater financial pressures amid the challenges brought on by multiple years of high inflation,” said Bucco (R-25). “Rising costs coupled with financial constraints have made it difficult for municipalities to finance the purchase of expensive vehicles and equipment. This legislation extends the period of usefulness for firefighting vehicles and equipment from ten to twenty years so municipalities can extend the time those capital items can be permanently financed.”
Bucco & O’Scanlon: Let’s Help New Jersey to Stay Safe this Summer
Senator Anthony M. Bucco and Senator Declan O’Scanlon said it’s time to undo some mistakes that were made with juvenile criminal justice reforms to help New Jersey stay safe this summer.
Sen. Anthony M. Bucco and Sen. Declan O’Scanlon said it’s time to undo some mistakes that were made with juvenile criminal justice reforms to help New Jersey stay safe this summer. (Flickr)
“We warned two years ago that stripping police of their ability to hold law-breaking teens accountable would lead to chaos in our communities, especially those with beaches and boardwalks during the summer season,” said Bucco (R-25). “That proved to be the case in several of our shore towns over the Memorial Day weekend. The problem of drunk, rampaging teens is so bad that many towns are now imposing curfews on their beaches and boardwalks that will impact families and businesses as well. It’s also proving to be a problem in other towns across New Jersey that have parks and other recreational facilities where teens congregate. The Legislature has an obligation to fix its mistake and allow law enforcement officers to actually enforce the law.”
Pennacchio & Bucco Vote “NO” on Bill that Would Pack More High-Density Housing into Towns
Senator Joe Pennacchio and Senator Anthony M. Bucco voted against legislation today that they warned would lead to higher-density housing developments in many New Jersey towns.
Sen. Joe Pennacchio and Sen. Anthony M. Bucco voted against legislation today that they warned would lead to higher-density housing developments in many New Jersey towns. (Pixabay)
“We’ve heard from mayors that they’re getting crushed by new affordable housing mandates that are changing the nature of their towns for the worse,” said Pennacchio (R-26). “A bill just passed by the New Jersey Senate would add to the problem by allowing even higher densities of new housing to be built in places that are close to public transportation. That will only increase the strain on schools and other public services and the long-term costs to property taxpayers.”
Bucco Chides Trenton Democrats for Unbalanced Hearing on Whale & Dolphin Deaths
Senator Anthony M. Bucco criticized Trenton Democrats’ hearing on marine mammal deaths today as a one-sided conversation devoid of critical perspectives.
Sen. Tony Bucco criticized Trenton Democrats’ hearing on marine mammal deaths today as a one-sided conversation devoid of critical perspectives. (Pixabay)
“After listening to the panel of witnesses today, it was obvious that Democrats stacked the deck in favor of protecting wind farms over whales,” said Bucco (R-25). “There was not a single voice that was critical of any aspect of offshore wind development or its impact on marine mammals. It’s unfortunate that the opposing viewpoints were not even considered. What could have been an open, healthy debate turned into a one-sided conversation.”
Bucco Bill Supporting Victims of Domestic Violence Advances
Legislation sponsored by Senator Anthony M. Bucco that supports victims of domestic violence by allowing plaintiffs to obtain police evidence to support their case was approved by the Senate Law and Public Safety Committee.
Sen. Bucco’s bill that supports victims of domestic violence by allowing plaintiffs to obtain police evidence to support their case was approved by the Senate Law and Public Safety Committee. (Flickr)
“In cases of domestic violence, access to certain records provide crucial evidence that can corroborate a plaintiff’s claim,” said Bucco (R-25). “By allowing victims of domestic violence to obtain police records related to their case we are supporting their right to achieve safety and security from their abuser. This legislation would increase the likelihood that the perpetrators of these disgusting actions will be held accountable.”
REVISED: Bucco and “WITH Grace Initiative” to Host Childhood Cancer Advocacy Day on June 20
Senator Anthony M. Bucco and WITH Grace Initiative will host Childhood Cancer Advocacy Day to help advocate for the youngest cancer survivors, raise awareness for childhood cancer, and discuss ways to fund pediatric cancer research. The discussion will be held in Committee Room 10 in the New Jersey State House.
WHO: Senator Anthony M. Bucco and WITH Grace Initiative leaders.
WHAT: Discussion to raise awareness of childhood cancer, the number one death by disease for children in the United States.
WHEN: Tuesday, June 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: New Jersey State House, Committee Room 10.
Bucco Says Democrats Can “No Longer Ignore” Whale Deaths
Senator Anthony M. Bucco issued the following statement in response to Assembly Democrats announcing that they will be holding a hearing to discuss marine mammal deaths in New Jersey:
A slide from a presentation given during Senate Republican’s independent hearing on whale deaths. (Mike Dean)
“Senate Republicans have led the charge in questioning the impact of offshore wind development on marine mammals. We have forced a conversation that Governor Murphy and Trenton Democrats can no longer ignore as the number of whale deaths along our coast continue to rise,” said Bucco (R-25). “Prior to the Senate Republican independent hearing, we invited stakeholders from both sides of the issue to have an open and transparent discussion, but I’m questioning whether Democrats will be fair and unbiased in their investigations as well.”
Bucco & Schepisi Bill to Provide Career Pathways for Ex-Offenders Advances
Legislation sponsored by Senator Anthony M. Bucco and Senator Holly Schepisi that provides employment opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals was approved by the Senate Labor Committee.
Sen. Bucco and Sen. Schepisi’s bill that provides employment opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals was approved by the Senate Labor Committee. (Pixabay)
“It can be extremely difficult for people to find the jobs they need to become self-supporting after serving their time and being released from prison,” said Bucco (R-25). “We know that the combination of a criminal record and a lack of job training results in significant barriers to employment for former prisoners, which increases the likelihood that someone will become a repeat offender. The Second Chance Program will address this unfortunate reality by connecting formerly incarcerated individuals with employment opportunities to help them become contributing members to society.”
Bucco Bill Providing More Public Notice for Land Development Advances
Legislation sponsored by Senator Anthony M. Bucco that improves public notice for proposed land development has passed the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee.
Sen. Bucco’s bill that improves public notice for proposed land development has passed the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee. (Pixabay)
“People deserve sufficient opportunity to understand the scope of proposed developments that could alter their neighborhoods and communities,” said Bucco (R-25). “Unfortunately, the current 10-day notice isn’t enough time to review the often-complex proposals and respond effectively. This legislation would require developers to give the public more notice to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to make their voices heard.”
Bucco: Let Churches Apply for County Grants to Fix Historic Buildings
Senator Anthony M. Bucco is calling on the New Jersey Legislature to consider his resolution that would allow public funds to be used for the historic preservation of churches or other places of worship.
Sen. Tony Bucco is calling on the NJ Legislature to consider his resolution that would allow public funds to be used for the historic preservation of churches or other places of worship. (Pixabay)
“Some of the oldest churches in the nation are located right here in New Jersey, including some that were constructed years before our founding. These historic buildings offer a direct connection to our past, to a time when the mere existence of our country was not a sure thing,” said Bucco (R-25). “The fact that these institutions are not allowed to even apply for county grants is tragic and it undermines the value that these historic sites provide. My legislation would address this problem immediately by amending our State Constitution to allow public funds to be used for historic preservation of places of worship.”
