Bramnick Drafting “Fair Fight” Legislation
Senator Jon Bramnick is drafting “fair fight” legislation to deter and more forcefully punish gang assaults by multiple people against an individual.
Sen. Jon Bramnick is drafting ‘fair fight’ legislation to deter and more forcefully punish gang assaults by multiple people against an individual. (Pixabay)
“We’ve seen an increasing number of group assaults where individuals have struggled to defend themselves against multiple attackers,” said Bramnick (R-21). “The violent cowards who are responsible for these gang assaults often walk away with a simple assault charge because the victim was lucky enough to avoid serious injury. Those weak charges ignore the fact that a victim is more likely to face serious injury when it’s not a fair fight and they’re being attacked from multiple directions. Our new legislation would impose a more serious third-degree aggravated assault charge any time two or more persons gang up to attack an individual.”
Senate Clears Senator Bramnick’s Bill to Teach Students How to Cope With Grief
The New Jersey Senate approved bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senators Jon Bramnick and Joseph Cryan that instructs school districts to teach students how to cope with grief and loss.
Sen. Bramnick with student Ava Quezada after the New Jersey Senate approved bipartisan legislation that instructs school districts to teach students how to cope with grief and loss. (SenateNJ.com)
“Grief is one of the hardest emotions to understand and manage as an adolescent,” said Bramnick (R-21). “Although grief and loss are difficult for any person to go through, we have the tools to teach kids healthy ways to cope and teachers who are eager to provide support. This legislation ensures that our high school students learn how to effectively manage the physical, emotional, and behavioral impacts of grief.”
Bramnick Bill Permitting Stalking Victims to Obtain Restraining Order Against Strangers Heads to Governor’s Desk
The New Jersey Senate gave final legislative approval to a bill sponsored by Senator Jon Bramnick that permits stalking victims to obtain restraining orders against strangers. The legislation now heads to the governor’s desk.
The New Jersey Senate gave final legislative approval to a bill sponsored by Sen. Jon Bramnick that permits stalking victims to obtain restraining orders against strangers. (©iStock)
Current state law does not permit victims of stalking and other forms of abuse to obtain a restraining order when the defendant is a stranger. In most cases, a victim must prove that they have a prior or existing spousal, household, or dating relationship with the offender, unless the defendant was already convicted of stalking.
Monday Preview: Senate to Consider Two Important Laws Proposed by Bramnick
The New Jersey Senate will consider two important laws proposed by Senator Jon Bramnick (R-21) during its session on Monday.
The New Jersey Senate will consider two important laws proposed by Sen. Jon Bramnick during its session on Monday. (SenateNJ.com)
The first bill, S-3330, requires public school districts to add instruction on grief for students in grades eight through twelve as part of the New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Comprehensive Health and Physical Education.
“Grief is one of the hardest emotions to understand and manage as an adolescent,” said Bramnick. “Although grief and loss are difficult for any person to go through, we have the tools to teach kids healthy ways to cope and teachers who are eager to provide their support. This legislation ensures that our high school students learn how to effectively manage the physical, emotional, and behavioral impacts of grief.”
Committee Clears Bramnick Bill that Would Stop Trespassers from Harming Animals at Zoos
Legislation sponsored by Senator Jon Bramnick that would establish penalties and liability for causing harm to wild animals was approved today by the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Jon Bramnick that would establish penalties and liability for causing harm to wild animals was approved today by the Senate Judiciary Committee. (Pixabay)
“How many times have we heard about a person jumping a barrier at a zoo to get closer to a wild animal, particularly a tiger or a bear? This type of behavior often results in the person being killed or injured by the animal or law enforcement having to kill the animal,” said Bramnick (R-21). “These people are trespassers, they have no right whatsoever to be in a restricted area with these wild animals, and should face legal and financial consequences for their reckless actions.”
Bramnick’s Gang Shoplifting Bill Needed More Than Ever
In response to the theft that occurred at the Dior store in Short Hills, Senator Jon Bramnick is calling on the New Jersey Legislature to pass his bill that would make gang shoplifting a crime.
In response to the theft that occurred at the Dior store in Short Hills, Sen. Jon Bramnick is calling on the New Jersey Legislature to pass his bill that would make gang shoplifting a crime. (Pixabay)
“The brazen theft that occurred in Short Hills is the latest example of gang shoplifting which has gotten completely out of control in the tri-state area. We’re seeing more and more instances where flash mobs of shoplifters run through high-end stores where they smash and grab anything that isn’t bolted down,” said Bramnick (R-21). “If people want to do these crimes, they need to get the message that their next flash mob will be in jail. Now is the time for the Legislature to approve my bill so that we can get this epidemic under control.”
Governor Signs Senator Bramnick’s Seinfeld Bill
Legislation sponsored by Senator Jon Bramnick that requires telemarketers to identify themselves and who they represent within the first 30 seconds of a sales call was signed into law.
Sen. Jon Bramnick’s bill that requires telemarketers to identify themselves and who they represent within the first 30 seconds of a sales call was signed into law. (Pixabay)
“I am pleased that the Governor signed this legislation today to protect New Jerseyans from telemarketing scams,” said Bramnick (R-21). “When you answer a telemarketer’s call, you should know right up front who they are and who they work for.”
Bramnick Bill Assisting Veterans Entering the Nursing Field Signed into Law
Senator Jon Bramnick’s legislation to help alleviate the nursing shortage in New Jersey has been signed into law.
Sen. Jon Bramnick’s legislation to help alleviate the nursing shortage in New Jersey has been signed into law. (©iStock)
“New Jersey desperately needs more nurses,” said Bramnick (R-21). “We can fill some of the void with trained, capable veterans who can quickly be educated, certified, and prepared to step in to help. This new law offers a perfect solution, fortifying the state’s health care industry that has been hard-hit by the exodus of crucial workers since the pandemic while providing an attractive career path for qualified veterans.”
Bramnick Says Fox News Reports Denying Events of January 6 Are Absurd
Senator Jon Bramnick issued the following statement in response to recent stories on Fox News downplaying the seriousness of the events that transpired at the United States Capitol on January 6, 2021:
Sen. Jon Bramnick said Fox News reports denying the events of January 6 at the United States Capitol are absurd. (Wikimedia Commons)
“The Fox News reports denying that January 6 was a violent riot are absurd,” said Bramnick (R-21). “We, as Republicans, must stand together and speak out against this nonsense. We shouldn’t fear extremists.”
Bramnick Calls for Consumer Insurance Advocate in Trenton to Fight for Patients
Senator Jon Bramnick said new legislation would ensure that patients and other insurance customers have someone fighting for them in Trenton.
Sen. Jon Bramnick said new legislation would ensure that patients and other insurance customers have someone fighting for them in Trenton. (©iStock.com)
“Patients need a friend in Trenton to advocate for them on health insurance payments, coverage, and other insurance issues,” said Bramnick (R-21).
