New Jersey Citizen Action
@njcitizenaction
Since 1982, we've combined advocacy, organizing, & policy work while providing free direct services in our fight for social, racial, & economic justice in NJ.
This law finally closes one of the biggest gaps in our leave system and brings us closer to a NJ where every worker can care for themselves and their loved ones without risking economic devastation. Here is a flyer to easily explain the changes.
Congratulations, New Jersey workers! Expanded job-protected leave is officially here. Starting today, more workers can take the time they need without fear of losing their jobs. Read our press statement here for more information on the changes: https://ow.ly/LfnO50ZoV5m
Tomorrow is the day! More New Jersey workers will have stronger job protections as a new law gets implemented. Watch this space for more information!
Misclassified workers are denied the wages, benefits, and protections they’ve earned. Every worker deserves fair pay, workplace protections, and dignity on the job. Learn your rights and make sure they work for you at www.myworkrights.nj.gov
Our NJ for Health Care Coalition website has a brand new look! From sharing coalition related priorities, impacts, news and updates to our new Resources page, this website is better than ever! And if you have a healthcare related story to share, we're listening! Visit NJForHealthCare.org
Our brand-new website helps uninsured New Jerseyans instantly browse a statewide list of free and low-cost health clinics. Don't navigate lost coverage alone—find accessible care in your community today. Visit our new database here: https://njforhealthcare.org/NJHealthAccess.html
Want to make an impact in your community? Become a Fair Housing Tester and help protect equal access to housing in New Jersey. Earn $75 per completed rental test plus mileage reimbursement while supporting a more equitable future. Learn more at https://www.njcitizenaction.org/fair-housing
Ratepayers are not ATM machines and cannot afford the rate increases that this bill would permit the NJBPU to pass onto them. The Governor and the NJ Legislature should pursue financing models that protect consumers rather than relying on utility customers to bankroll more than they can afford.
Did you know the New Jersey Child Tax Credit provides up to a $1,000 cash benefit per child under 6? Even better: it is available to residents with low or no income—even if you have never filed taxes before! Learn more here: https://www.nj.gov/treasury/taxation/simplefile/
Congratulations Dena Mottola Jaborska, on being named one of the Insider NJ 100 Policy Makers for 2026! Dena continues to lead NJCA with vision, determination, and an unwavering focus on building a more just and equitable state for everyone. We are very proud of her! https://ow.ly/yNpw50Zm3kq
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The 'Child Care For All NJ' Campaign issued a statement on the FY2027 Budget today. To read the full press release, go to: https://ow.ly/MrO450Zlicn
You may qualify for unemployment insurance benefits while you search for your next opportunity. Eligible workers can receive up to 60% of their average weekly wages while actively seeking employment. Apply online today at www.myunemployment.nj.gov or apply by phone at (732) 761-2020.
Affordable homeownership is within your reach! Join NJCA and Chase Bank for a FREE First-Time Homebuyer Webinar on Tuesday, July 7th! Register today: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5C49FmZgTsqTSlAa74nzqg#/registration
Overall, the budget represents a positive step forward... we look forward to working with the Governor and the Legislature to continue that progress to build an even stronger and more equitable New Jersey. Read our full press statement here: https://www.njcitizenaction.org/fy2027_state_budget
The New Jersey Domestic Workers Bill of Rights provides workplace protections, no matter your immigration status or how you get paid. Learn more: nj.gov/labor/domesticworkers
Today, some staff and board members of NJCA had the privilege of visiting Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman office to personally present her with our Lifetime Achievement Award. Rep. Coleman had been unable to join us at our Annual Awards Cocktail Party earlier this month. We wish her the best!
Buying your first home can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Join NJCA and TD Bank for a free homebuyer webinar on Tuesday, June 30th at 12pm! Sign up today: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Zyqs4kvUQ2yk2Ul1jPnR_Q#/registration
To learn more about these changes and other changes coming to the student loan system, check out this latest blog post from the Student Debt Crisis Center. https://www.studentdebtcrisis.org/post/navigating-student-loan-changes-what-borrowers-need-to-know
The Jersey City Council voted unanimously last night to pass a resolution calling on Trenton to fully fund the Child Care Assistance Program. in the FY2027 state budget. Read our full press statement here: https://ow.ly/Mwtj50Zh9n3
We're excited to announce that we will be co-sponsoring the Annual Rahway Resource Fair at Ebenezer A.M.E. Church in Rahway on Saturday, July 11th from 11am - 2pm.
At the Institute for Social Justice’s Truth and Repair Symposium and Juneteenth Celebration, NJCA’s Beverly Brown Ruggia moderated a powerful panel, “Fighting for Truth and Repair: Reparations in NJ and Beyond.”
More than 50 community organizations today submitted a petition to the Citizens Bank Board of Directors calling on that financial institution to sever financial relationships with CoreCivic and The GEO Group. Our full press statement here: https://ow.ly/Kqew50ZerEQ
NJ families are already paying the price for soaring electric bills and we shouldn't be forced to bankroll multi-billion-dollar nuclear projects. We need your voice today. Call Governor Sherrill and urge her to not support A4881/S4296 that is moving quickly through the legislature!
We applaud Mikie Sherrill and Attorney General Jennifer Davenport for taking action to crack down on deceptive junk fees, strengthen consumer protections, and increase price transparency. NJ working families deserve to pay the price they were promised, not surprise charges at checkout.
Fair housing is a right, not a privilege. If you believe you're facing housing discrimination, contact us today. Call us at 908-546-0664 or visit njcitizenaction.org/fair-housing for more information.