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May 30, 2023

New Jersey Politics

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N.J. senior tax relief bill fueling sudden drama and talk of state shutdown. Here’s what’s in it.

Gov. Phil Murphy said he was willing to shut down the state government over a property tax relief plan proposed by Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin, a fellow Democrat.

By Derek Hall | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com and Brent Johnson | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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An old, small bridge that’s a big problem for N.J. town got $800K toward its replacement

The small, outdated bridge is a critical link between two county roads.

By Larry Higgs | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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Liberty State Park: The good guys finally won | Editorial

Our greatest jewel shines anew, thanks to people power and an intrepid public servant

By Star-Ledger Editorial Board

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Friendly Fire: Christie’s pending launch and DeSantis’s face-plant.

Also: Who challenges Kean in the NJ-7th?

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Murphy’s temper tantrum, and the makings of a budget deal | Moran

Coughlin's plan to help seniors would help the rich first, and leave a budget hole. So would Murphy's plan for a corporate tax cut.

By Tom Moran | Star-Ledger Editorial Board

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Here’s what N.J. residents think about taxes, school spending and more in Murphy’s budget

New Jerseyans know little about Gov. Phil Murphy's state budget proposal, but, yes, they have opinions about what is and isn't in it.

By Derek Hall | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

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