State Issues

Highlights of the DCA FY2026 Proposed Budget  

The League’s recent blog post outlines the highlights of DCA’s FY2026 proposed budget 

Read more: Highlights of the DCA FY2026 Proposed Budget  

Contact: Erin Knoedler, Legislative Analyst, eknoedler@njlm.org, x116.

A.B.C. Issues Guidance on Inactive Licenses

The Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control (A.B.C.) issued an Advisory Notice, AN 2025-01, regarding the implementation of the recent liquor license reform of inactive licenses.

Read more: A.B.C. Issues Guidance on Inactive Licenses

Contact: Lori Buckelew, Deputy Executive Director, lbuckelew@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x112.

SAFER Grant Program Funding Available 

The SAFER Grant Program opportunity for municipal fire departments provides financial support for staffing needs.  

Read more: SAFER Grant Program Funding Available 

Contact: Ciara Bradley, Research Associate, cbradley@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x128.

Federal Issues

“Big, Beautiful Bill” Clears House, Increases SALT Cap Deduction 

Last week, the House of Representatives passed the “Big, Beautiful Bill,” which includes a SALT cap deduction increase to $40,000 for taxpayers earning up to $500,000 per year.  

Read more: “Big, Beautiful Bill” Clears House, Increases SALT Cap Deduction 

Contact: Paul Penna, Director of Government Affairs, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

Lend Your Support for Full Funding of Community Development Block Grants  

The League’s federal partner, NLC, along with the National Association of Counties and the US Conference of Mayors, are working together on a sign-on letter for local elected officials to urge full funding for CDBG and HOME in FY2026. 

Read more: Lend Your Support for Full Funding of Community Development Block Grants  

Contact: Paul Penna, Director of Government Affairs, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

Also of Interest

NJ DCA Hosts Virtual Shared Services Symposium  

The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs is hosting a virtual Shared Services Symposium on Tuesday, June 3

Read more: NJ DCA Hosts Virtual Shared Services Symposium  

Contact: Erin Knoedler, Legislative Analyst, eknoedler@njlm.org, x116.

E-Micromobility Conference 

Keep Middlesex Moving is hosting an E-Micromobility Conference on June 25 in New Brunswick. Attendance is free with advanced registration.  

Read more: E-Micromobility Conference 

Contact: Paul Penna, Director of Government Affairs, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

NJ DEP Recycling Awards Nominations Open  

NJ Department of Environmental Protection is accepting nominations for its annual award for leaders in recycling and sustainability.

Read more: NJ DEP Recycling Awards Nominations Open