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Rooney Introduces E-ZPass Bills To Protect New Jersey Drivers

TRENTON, NJ. – Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney has introduced a package of pro-commuter bills protecting New Jersey’s E-ZPass customers who use New York’s bridges and tunnels from being overcharged. The legislation is in response to a recent AAA study that found drivers who purchased E-ZPass tags from out of state agencies are being charged the cash […]

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Rooney Seeks To Strengthen Laws To Protect Consumers From Telemarketing Fraud

Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney,  (R-Bergen) announced that he is working to stop the harassment and victimization of state residents from unwanted telemarketers whose actions range from annoying to significant fraudulent theft. Rooney, a member of the Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee, says current state and federal laws are inadequate to prevent unsuspecting people – especially the […]

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Assemblyman Rooney Honors Wyckoff Girls Basketball Team

Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney issued the following statement: “Last night, it was my privilege to present citations to the players and coaches of the Wyckoff Third Grade Girls Travel Basketball Team honoring their North/West Bergen/Passaic League Championship victory and their undefeated 2017 season. These young women have shown incredible sportsmanship and dedication, and their enthusiasm […]

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Rooney Bill Helps Veterans Seeking Civil Service Employment

TRENTON, NJ – Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney has introduced legislation making it easier for veterans to access civil service employment. The bill (A5081) expands veterans’ preference for civil service candidates. “Most members of our military serve honorably. They have demonstrated their commitment, many paying the ultimate sacrifice,” said Rooney (R-Bergen). “Yet currently, some veterans cannot qualify for […]

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Gov. Signs Rooney’s Mental Health Awareness Resolution

TRENTON, NJ– Gov. Christie today signed a joint resolution (SJR62/AJR96) sponsored by Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney designating the month of May as Mental Health Awareness Month. “Treatment for mental illness can be effective and achieving victory over this condition is possible, yet a significant percentage of people do not receive help,” said Rooney (R-Bergen). “This […]

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Rooney Disappointed Politics Gets in the Way of Budget

Trenton, N.J. – Assemblyman Kevin J. Rooney (R-Bergen) expressed his great disappointment of the legislature’s failure to pass a fiscal year 2018 budget because of Democratic infighting. He gave the following statement: “The failure of the Democratic majority in the legislature to provide the leadership needed to prevent a government shutdown is frustrating to me […]

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