Corrado Bill Improving Road Safety for Individuals with Disabilities Clears Committee
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 Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.
The Budget and Appropriations Committee approved legislation 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, 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.”
Corrado Bill Would Ban Murphy Administration from Forcing COVID Vaccines on School Children
Medical Decisions Should Rest with Parents, not Politicians
Anticipating a possible COVID vaccine mandate for school students from the Murphy Administration, Senator Kristin Corrado has introduced legislation that would prohibit the requirement for attending public schools.
Anticipating a possible COVID vaccine mandate for school students from the Murphy Administration, Sen. Kristin Corrado has introduced legislation that would prohibit the requirement for attending public schools. (©iStock)
“Parents across the state share my concerns about the Administration’s intentions,” said Corrado (R-40). “This bill makes it clear that we don’t want Trenton bureaucrats bullying New Jersey families with more medical demands.”
Panel Endorses Corrado Bill to Protect Rideshare Customers from Fraud
Senator Kristin Corrado’s legislation, approved today by the Senate Transportation Committee, would protect rideshare app users from scammers who are targeting the popular transportation alternatives.
Sen. Kristin Corrado’s legislation, approved by the Senate Transportation Committee, would protect rideshare app users from scammers who are targeting the popular transportation alternatives. (Flickr)
“The convenience of a ride across town on Uber or Lyft can take a wrong turn in a hurry if cyber criminals get access to the account,” said Corrado (R-40). “This bill is about protecting the identity, privacy and savings of unsuspecting users who could be targeted through the app.”
Corrado Bill to Boost Transportation Access for Residents with Developmental Disabilities Clears Panel
Senator Kristin Corrado’s legislation that would make is easier for residents living with autism spectrum disorder or developmental disabilities to travel independently was advanced by the Senate Transportation Committee.
Sen. Kristin Corrado’s legislation that would make is easier for residents living with autism spectrum disorder or developmental disabilities to travel independently was advanced by the Senate Transportation Committee. (SenateNJ.com)
“We need to reconsider the design and implementation of our transportation systems so all of our residents can benefit, especially those who are mobility challenged,” said Corrado (R-40). “The buses, trains, and roads most of us take for granted are not designed with vulnerable travelers in mind. This bill will help ensure that all commuters can share the same accessibility and opportunities.”
Committee Approves Corrado Bill that Would Assist Homeless Veterans
Nonprofit veterans’ organizations may soon be able to purchase abandoned homes for homeless veterans thanks to legislation sponsored by Senator Kristin M. Corrado and advanced today by the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee.
Nonprofit veterans’ organizations may soon be able to purchase abandoned homes for homeless veterans thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado and approved by the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee. (©iStock)
“It is completely unacceptable to allow our veterans to go from serving our country to living on the streets. They have sacrificed so much in service to our nation and we must do everything we can to ensure the safety and well-being of veterans who have fallen on hard times,” said Corrado (R-40). “By restoring abandoned properties and making them into livable homes, this legislation can provide these men and women with safe and secure housing.”
Corrado to Murphy: No More Vaccine Mandates on our Kids
Parents, Not Government, Should Make Medical Decisions for Their Children
Senator Kristin M. Corrado called on the Murphy Administration to halt vaccine mandates, particularly on school children, in the wake of new CDC loosely structured recommendations.
Sen. Kristin M. Corrado called on the Murphy Administration to halt vaccine mandates, particularly on school children, in the wake of new CDC loosely structured recommendations. (DoD via Flickr)
“Government should stay out of this and leave decision-making to parents,” said Corrado (R-40). “The last thing we need is yet another overreaching and unjustified mandate.
“Trenton should get out of the way and stop interfering with parents’ rights to make important decisions about their kids’ health.”
Corrado Bill that Would Overhaul MVC’s “Next-of-Kin Registry” Signed into Law
New Jersey drivers may soon be able to register in-person for the Motor Vehicle Commission’s Next-of-Kin Registry thanks to legislation sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado and signed into law today by Governor Murphy.
New Jersey drivers may soon be able to register in-person for the MVC’s Next-of-Kin Registry thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado and signed into law today by Gov. Murphy. (Wikimedia Commons)
“I am pleased that the Governor signed this bill into law. Although New Jersey residents have been able to sign-up for the Next-of-Kin Registry for several years, registration for the emergency contacts program is only possible via the MVC’s website or by mail—in-person registry is currently not an option,” said Corrado (R-40). “This bill, now law, will allow residents to add emergency contacts in person at MVC agencies and allow law enforcement to more easily reach family members for individuals involved in serious vehicle accidents.”
Corrado Calls for Resignation of Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia Valdes
Senator Kristin M. Corrado has called for the resignation of Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes following multiple reports of abusive behavior against staff and her failure to take action against corrupt police officers.
Sen. Kristin M. Corrado has called for the resignation of Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes. (SenateNJ.com)
“Given the many failures, abuses, and lapses of judgement demonstrated by Prosecutor Camelia Valdes, it’s increasingly clear she should not continue to serve as Passaic County’s top law enforcement official,” said Corrado (R-40). “The longer she serves as Prosecutor, the more damage she will do to people’s faith in our justice system. If she truly cares about the integrity of her office and the reputations of her colleagues in the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office, Ms. Valdes would resign immediately.”
Senate Approves Corrado Bill that Would Cut Government Red Tape for Military Service Members
The New Jersey Senate advanced legislation today sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado that would allow service members, along with their spouses, who are not state residents, to legally operate motor vehicles in New Jersey without needing to obtain a state driver’s license.
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 needing to obtain a state driver’s license was advanced today by the NJ Senate. (©iStock)
“When members of the Armed Forces receive their Permanent Change of Station (PCS) 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 does not currently permit this. My legislation will help 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 Bill Establishing “Disabled Veterans Transportation Task Force” Clears Senate
The New Jersey Senate advanced bipartisan legislation today sponsored by Senator Kristin Corrado that would create the Disabled Veterans Transportation Task Force to study, evaluate, and develop recommendations to address the transportation needs of disabled veterans.
The NJ Senate approved bipartisan legislation today sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado that would create the Disabled Veterans Transportation Task Force to study, evaluate, and develop recommendations to address the transportation needs of disabled veterans. (©iStock)
“New Jersey veterans with disabilities face a complex web of disconnected transportation services when trying to reach Veterans Affairs hospitals,” said Corrado (R-40). “Although New Jersey technically has a state-level program to address this issue, funding cuts mean former service members—especially those with disabilities—face a patchwork of spotty services that can force them to miss medical procedures or leave them waiting hours for a ride to or from a hospital. My legislation will create a task force specifically designed to fix this broken system so disabled veterans can receive the care they rightly deserve.”
