Senator Jon Bramnick said it’s sad the New Jersey Supreme Court granted parole to Sundiata Acoli, the convicted murderer of State Trooper Werner Foerster:

Sen. Jon Bramnick said it’s sad the New Jersey Supreme Court granted parole to the convicted murderer of State Trooper Werner Foerster. (©iStock)

“The decision by the Supreme Court to allow a murderer of a State Trooper to have any freedom at all is very sad. Society needs to hold cop killers totally responsible for their horrific acts.”

Senator Jon Bramnick (R-21) responded to concerns raised by Westfield parents after new lesson plans were recently revealed:

Sen. Jon Bramnick responded to concerns raised by Westfield parents after new lesson plans were recently revealed. (SenateNJ.com)

“First- and second-grade students should not have a course on gender identity. It is a complicated subject that would be confusing to very young children.”

Senator Jon Bramnick and Senator Anthony M. Bucco want to know if New Jerseyans can get anyone to pick up the phone when they call government agencies for help.

Sen. Jon Bramnick and Sen. Anthony M. Bucco want to know if New Jerseyans can get anyone to pick up the phone when they call government agencies for help. (©iStock)

“It’s time that we have a Consumer Czar to call government entities at the State, county, and local levels to determine whether they respond,” said Bramnick (R-21). “The job of the czar is to let the Legislature know if you can get anyone to pick up the phone when you call for help.”

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Sen. Jon Bramnick and Assemblywomen Nancy Munoz and Michele Matsikioudis, whose district includes parts of Union, Morris and Somerset counties, are happy with increased funding announced Thursday for each school district they represent.

Sen. Jon Bramnick and Assemblywomen Nancy Munoz and Michele Matsikioudis, whose district includes parts of Union, Morris and Somerset counties, are happy with increased funding announced Thursday for each school district they represent. (Pixabay)

“This is an important moment for schools and property taxpayers in our district,” the three lawmakers said in a statement. “For years we were underfunded and property taxpayers had to make up the difference. The funding provided to our schools today will make sure our students receive a world-class education while preventing future hikes in property taxes.”

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Senator Jon Bramnick joined a bipartisan group of elected officials and law enforcement at an event in Paterson today to support new legislation to keep potentially dangerous criminals off the streets.

Sen. Jon Bramnick joined a bipartisan group of elected officials and law enforcement at an event in Paterson today to support new legislation to keep potentially dangerous criminals off the streets. (Click for full size)

“Republicans, Democrats, and law enforcement came together to support legislation that would keep ‘bad guys with guns’ off the streets,” said Bramnick (R-21). “The bill would keep our streets safe by preventing dangerous criminals from getting out on bail.”

Bramnick announced last week that he would support the legislation, S-513.

Senator Jon Bramnick is supporting bipartisan legislation that would help keep potentially dangerous criminals off the streets prior to trial.

Senator Jon Bramnick is supporting bipartisan legislation that would help keep potentially dangerous criminals off the streets prior to trial. (Flickr)

“People charged with gun crimes should not be out on bail,” said Bramnick (R-21). “This will change the law so those charged with gun possession aren’t immediately released to the streets. Keeping criminals with guns detained will make New Jersey neighborhoods safer.”

Under the legislation, S-513, defendants charged with a firearm-related crime would be held while awaiting trial.

Senator Jon Bramnick (R-21) issued the following statement in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day:

On MLK Day, Sen. Jon Bramnick honored the life and contributions of Martin Luther King Jr. (Wikimedia Commons)

“Martin Luther King Jr. demonstrated how to be a true leader. His words from decades ago continue to be just as meaningful today. We honor his life and his immeasurable contribution to our country.”

Assembly Republican Leader Jon Bramnick is now a State Senator after taking the oath of office today.

Assembly Republican Leader Jon Bramnick is now a State Senator after taking the oath of office today. Click for full size. (SenateNJ.com)

“I may have a different title, but I’ll return your call just as fast,” said Senator Bramnick (R-21).