Corrado Bill Honoring Women Veterans Earns Support
Women who served in the armed forces may soon be able to purchase custom “Woman Veteran” license plates thanks to legislation sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado and endorsed today by the Senate Transportation Committee.
Women who served in the armed forces may soon be able to purchase custom license plates thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado and endorsed today by the Senate Transportation Committee. (Flickr)
“These plates are a respectful way of honoring the brave women who volunteered to protect and serve our nation,” said Corrado (R-40). “The freedoms we all enjoy as Americans depend on the contributions of these courageous individuals who answer the call when trouble breaks out around the globe. The special plates will serve as public reminders that many of our nation’s heroes reside in our hometowns here in New Jersey.”
Corrado Bill Improving Road Safety for Individuals with Disabilities Clears Senate
Legislation sponsored by Senator Kristin M. Corrado that would allow individuals diagnosed with a communication disability, or an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), to indicate that status on their driver’s license was approved today by the New Jersey Senate.
The New Jersey Senate approved legislation today sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado that would allow individuals diagnosed with a communication disability to indicate that status on their driver’s license. (NJMVC)
“Over the last year and a half, I have been contacted by constituents with communication disabilities that say they have difficulty explaining their condition to law enforcement during vehicle traffic stops,” said Corrado (R-40). “This legislation will help alleviate that issue by allowing people with special needs to have that designation printed directly onto their license. This important information will assist law enforcement officials in identifying, and effectively communicating with, individuals with ASD during vehicle stops.”
Governor Signs Corrado Bill Improving Safety of Roads and Public Transit for People with Disabilities
Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities may soon be able to enjoy safer, more mobility friendly streets thanks to legislation sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado and signed into law today by Governor Murphy.
Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities may soon be able to enjoy safer, more mobility friendly streets thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado and signed into law today by Gov. Murphy. (SenateNJ.com)
“I am extremely pleased that this bill was signed into law. These new requirements for the Department of Transportation have the potential to change the lives of people with disabilities who have difficulty navigating our public road and transit infrastructure,” said Corrado (R-40). “My legislation will make sure that anytime new infrastructure improvements are proposed, we will put the mobility needs of disabled New Jerseyans front and center. All New Jersey residents, especially those with disabilities, should feel safe and confident when using the roads and public transit systems in our state.”
Committee Approves Corrado Bill Honoring Deceased Veterans
Legislation sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado that would require funeral directors to report possession of unclaimed veteran cremains was advanced today by the Senate Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee.
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado that would require funeral directors to report possession of unclaimed veteran cremains was advanced today by the Senate Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee. (SenateNJ.com)
“I am proud that this legislation was approved by committee today. All veterans deserve to be laid to rest with dignity,” said Corrado (R-40). “Knowing that there are unclaimed remains of deceased veterans is heartbreaking. This bill will help ensure that the remains are properly logged and tracked so that these veterans can be laid to rest in a more timely manner with the honor and respect that they deserve.”
Tired of MVC’s Failings, Corrado Calls for Full Service Statewide and AAA Help
As the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission continues to drag out the return to full-service locations and drivers complain about long rides to get the services they need, Senator Kristin Corrado said it may be time to call AAA for help.
As the NJ Motor Vehicle Commission continues to drag out the return to full-service locations and drivers complain about long rides to get the services they need, Sen. Kristin Corrado said it may be time to call AAA for help. (SenateNJ.com)
“It is inexcusable,” said Corrado (R-40). “Drivers in our communities are being forced to travel 45 minutes to an hour each way to locations outside of their home county to complete some transactions while MVC slow rolls the full reinstatement of services at local agencies.”
Corrado Bill that Would Cut Government Red Tape for Military Service Members Signed into Law
Legislation sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado that would allow service members, who are not state residents, to legally operate motor vehicles in New Jersey without needing to obtain a state driver’s license was signed into law by Acting Governor Sheila Oliver.
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado that would allow service members, who are not state residents, to legally operate motor vehicles in New Jersey without a state driver’s license was signed into law. (©iStock)
“I am extremely pleased that this bill was signed into law. When members of the Armed Forces receive their Permanent Change of Station orders every two or three years, service members and their families are tasked with moving to one of several military installations across the country,” said Corrado (R-40). “When arriving to a new base, military families often question whether or not a new driver’s license must be obtained for the state they are in. Some states, such as Florida and Maryland, allow service members to drive with a valid out-of-state license. Unfortunately, New Jersey did not permit this. This new law will rectify that, and make it much easier for our service members and their spouses to legally drive a vehicle in this state without worrying about excessive government red tape.”
Corrado Blasts Murphy Administration for Continuing to Cover Up the Extent of Learning Loss During the Pandemic
The State Board of Education and Murphy’s Department of Education continue to obscure crucial data about the impact of learning loss connected to New Jersey’s school COVID policies, and Senator Kristin Corrado today called the stall tactics “embarrassing, politically motivated, and an insult to the parents of children who may never fully recover from the educational failings.”
Sen. Kristin Corrado criticized the Murphy Administration for continuing to obscure crucial data about the impact of learning loss connected to New Jersey’s school COVID policies. (Pixabay)
During the State board’s lengthy December meeting on Wednesday, the agenda skirted the troubling academic repercussions, concentrating instead on amending the verbiage and definitions to enhance educational equality and equity.
Committee Approves Corrado Bill that Would Increase Safeguards for Rideshare Customers
Ridesharing companies may soon be required to share information about sexual misconduct investigations of drivers thanks to legislation sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado and advanced today the Senate Transportation Committee.
Ridesharing companies may soon be required to share information about sexual misconduct investigations of drivers thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado and approved today the Senate Transportation Committee. (Flickr)
“Ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft provide a valuable service for millions of Americans, but sexual misconduct reports still number in the thousands, and additional safeguards must be implemented,” said Corrado (R-40). “My legislation will help provide additional protections for passengers, as well as more transparency for the public, so that we can help prevent these crimes from occurring in the future.”
Corrado: Murphy Can’t Avoid Accountability for Pandemic Failures
Senator Kristin Corrado (R-40) responded to Governor Phil Murphy’s announcement that he has hired a law firm and a consulting firm to conduct a “postmortem” review of his administration’s COVID-19 pandemic response:
Sen, Kristin Corrado said Gov. Phil Murphy’s long-delayed announcement of a ‘postmortem’ review of his administration’s COVID-19 response shows he can’t avoid some measure of accountability for his pandemic failures. (SenateNJ.com)
“It’s sad that it took nearly three years, scathing reports of continued mismanagement at our veterans homes, and the loss of federal funds for Governor Murphy to finally realize he can’t avoid some measure of accountability for his pandemic failures.
Corrado Measure that Would Create ‘First Responders Appreciation Month’ Signed into Law
Governor Murphy has signed a bipartisan resolution sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado that would honor first responders throughout the state by designating October of each year as First Responders Appreciation Month.
Bipartisan legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado designating October of each year as First Responders Appreciation Month was signed into law by Gov. Murphy. (SenateNJ.com)
“Each day, police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and EMTs put their own lives in jeopardy to respond to dangerous situations throughout the Garden State,” said Corrado (R-40). “To salute these heroes for their bravery, and the contributions they have made to the well-being of our state, it is only fitting that New Jersey officially recognize October of each year as First Responders Appreciation Month.”
