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Governor Murphy and Superintendent Callahan Announce Administrative Order Clarifying Entertainment Centers Can Host Outdoor Performances at Same Capacity Permitted in Indoor Spaces
Governor Phil Murphy and Superintendent of the State Police Colonel Patrick Callahan today announced an Administrative Order clarifying that indoor entertainment centers where a...
Governor Murphy Signs Executive Order Pausing Indoor Practices and Competitions for Youth and Adult Sports and Lowering Limits on Outdoor Gatherings
Governor Phil Murphy last night signed Executive Order No. 204, which pauses indoor practices and competitions for youth and adult sports from Saturday, December 5 at 6:00 a.m....
Guidelines Outline Requirements for the Use of Outdoor Space During the Winter Months
The Department of Community Affairs (DCA) issued guidance for restaurants and similar establishments on the utilization of outdoor space during the winter months. In June, the...
Free pop-up COVID-19 testing sites available in Atlantic County
State and local leaders are collaborating to stand up multiple sites in several hotspot areas. Testing is free. Insurance is requested but not required. Do not eat or drink 30...
New Jersey Business Coalition Pens Letter to State Congressional Delegation: “COVID-19 SUPPORT FOR BUSINESSES REMAINS CRUCIAL”
The Greater Atlantic City Chamber is a pround member of the New Jersey Business Coalition. The coalition, led by the New Jersey Business & Industry Association,is comprised...
Governor Murphy Signs Executive Order Lowering Limits on Indoor and Outdoor Gatherings
Governor Phil Murphy today signed Executive Order No. 196, which lowers indoor and outdoor gathering limits. Effective Tuesday, November 17 at 6:00 a.m., the indoor gathering...
Governor Murphy Signs Executive Order Permitting Municipalities and Counties to Impose Additional Restrictions on the Hours of Operation of Non-Essential Businesses after 8:00 p.m.
Governor Phil Murphy today signed Executive Order No. 195, which permits municipalities and counties to impose additional restrictions on the hours of operation of non-essential...
Governor Murphy Announces New COVID-19 Mitigation Measures
Governor Phil Murphy today signed Executive Order No. 194, which includes new COVID-19 mitigation measures. The measures include restrictions on seating and hours for...
Manufacturers from seven counties announce formation of Manufacturing Alliance of South Jersey
On February 25, 2020, prior to the state shutdown, 20 South Jersey based manufacturers met with public officials and agencies representing the state, region, county, and local...
Atlantic City Joins South Jersey STEM & Innovation Partnership
The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) today announced that Atlantic City has joined the South Jersey STEM & Innovation Partnership (SJSIP), which is a...
GREENWALD, MAZZEO & VERRELLI BILL TO REDUCE OR DELAY EMPLOYER UNEMPLOYMENT TAXES DURING PANDEMIC APPROVED BY ASSEMBLY
In an effort to ease the burden on businesses grappling with the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the full Assembly on Thursday voted 72-0 to approve legislation...
Governor Murphy and Department of Health Commissioner Judy Persichilli Announce New Jersey’s COVID -19 Vaccination Plan
Governor Phil Murphy and New Jersey Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli announced the state’s COVID-19 vaccination plan, designed to provide equitable access to approved...
NJEDA Warns that Underfunded Grant Program Will Be Oversubscribed, Leaving Many Applicants with Nothing
With warnings from the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (EDA) that Phase 3 of its emergency business grant program will be oversubscribed, Senator Anthony M. Bucco urged...
Murphy Signs Executive Order to Protect New Jersey’s Workforce During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Building on ongoing efforts to safeguard New Jersey’s frontline workforce, Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order No. 192, providing mandatory health and safety standards to...
GREENWALD, MAZZEO & VERRELLI BILL TO REDUCE OR DELAY EMPLOYER UNEMPLOYMENT TAXES DURING PANDEMIC CLEARS ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE
In an effort to ease the burden on businesses grappling with the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Assembly Appropriations Committee this past Monday advanced...
NJEDA Announces $70 Million Phase 3 COVID-19 Grant Program
Phase 3 expands eligibility and increases size of grants with focus on restaurants and micro-businesses The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) today announced...
Governor Murphy, Lieutenant Governor Oliver, Legislative Leadership, and Congressional Representatives Announce Additional $100 Million for COVID-19 Economic Recovery
Funding Will Support Grants for Restaurants and Micro-Businesses, Reduced-Price PPE for Small Companies, Rent Relief for Tenants, and Food Insecurity Governor Phil Murphy,...
Governor Murphy Signs Executive Order Allowing the Resumption of Contact Practices and Competitions for Certain Organized Sports in Indoor Settings
Governor Phil Murphy today signed Executive Order No. 187, allowing the resumption of contact practices and competitions in indoor settings for organized sports defined as...
SBA and Treasury Announce Simpler PPP Forgiveness for Loans of $50,000 or Less
The U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the Treasury Department, today released a simpler loan forgiveness application for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)...
NJ HUMAN SERVICES OPENS GRANT APPLICATIONS TO HELP CHILD CARE PROVIDERS MEET INCREASED COSTS AMID COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Licensed Centers and Registered Family Child Care Providers Open by Oct. 1 Can Apply; Funding Can Be Used for COVID-related expenses such as PPE, Cleaning, Classroom...
Governor Murphy, Lt. Governor Oliver, Senate President Sweeney, Assembly Speaker Coughlin, Assembly Budget Chair Pintor Marin, and Senate Budget Chair Sarlo Announce Agreement to Include Millionaire’s Tax in Revised FY2021 Budget
Governor Phil Murphy, Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver, Senate President Steve Sweeney, Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin, Senate Budget Chair Paul Sarlo, and Assembly Budget...
Assembly committee moves one Atlantic City casino relief bill, pulls another
Two pieces of legislation aimed at providing some measure of financial relief for a struggling Atlantic City casino industry hit hard by the coronavirus went in different...
Boost Your Bottom Line by Switching to Natural Gas
From social distancing to increased safety practices, 2020 has shifted the way we all do business. It’s more important than ever to make the best decisions to save money and...
Governor Murphy Signs Executive Order Allowing the Resumption of Indoor Dining Effective Friday, September 4
Governor Phil Murphy today signed Executive Order No. 183, which establishes rules for the resumption of indoor dining on Friday, September 4 at 6:00 a.m., provided businesses...
