September 14, 2023

Top Stories This Week:

Right to Repair: Write to Your Legislator Today!

You should have received an action alert from us this week directing you to write to your member of Congress on Right to Repair. We’ve been in touch with the national groups leading the fight in Congress and they believe they are making good headway on the bill. Therefore, now is a good time to ask your member of Congress to become a cosponsor of the bill. The more legislators that commit to publicly supporting the bill, the more likely it is to pass. In fact, two New Jersey Congressmen, Josh Gottheimer (D) and Chris Smith (R), are already cosponsors. If you live in either of their districts, Voter Voice will automatically send them a thank you message. If you live in one of the other 10 districts, the action alert will ask them to sponsor the bill. Click HERE to log in and send your message.

Educational Events to Benefit Your Business

We came across two events coming up in the next few weeks that we thought to bring to your attention. The first is a free webinar next Thursday, September 21, at 12 PM hosted by the New Jersey Business Action Center titled “Small Business, Big Threats: Together for a Cyber Resilient Tomorrow.” The webinar will cover cyber threats businesses come across on a daily basis, such as phishing/smishing, ransomware, and business email compromise. Even the smallest businesses can be affected by these devastating scams. You can sign up to join the webinar HERE.

If you are a business owner that operates a UST, this event is for you!  On October 12th NJDEP together with NJ Weights & Measures and the Department of Community Affairs Division of Fire Safety will cohost an in-person event in Hamilton on overall compliance requirements for underground storage tank systems, including the fuel dispensing systems, and other requirements for permitting, equipment, testing and site inspections. Additional topics will cover commonly found violations and how to avoid them. This seminar will be an ideal opportunity for facility owners, operators, and compliance managers to learn (or review) the NJ requirements and ask questions to any, or all of the three regulatory groups. Someone from NJGCA will be there too if you have any questions, or feel free to ask the departments any questions directly. For more event information and to register, click HERE.

NJGCA/World Health Care Program: Its Never Too Late to Get a Quote and Save!

Just another reminder that its never too late to look into or switch your health insurance! With household expenses increasing, including healthcare, it certainly doesn’t hurt to make sure you are getting the most coverage you need for the least amount of money, and you can change your plan anytime throughout the year!

We recently received a glowing review from a member that made the switch over to the NJGCA/World Health Care Plan that we thought to share with you:

We changed over to the new plan with acuity group and Joe Amato-saved me $340 month effective 9/1/2023

This is just one of many positive testimonials we have received about the program. Don’t wait! Filling out the information required for a personalized quote only takes a few minutes and can save you hundreds! Contact Joe@njgca.org for more details.

Gov. Murphy Appoints Tahesha Way as New Lieutenant Governor

Governor Murphy announced last week that he would appoint Tahesha Way, who has served as Secretary of State for the Murphy administration since 2018, will now take the place of Shelia Oliver as the state’s new Lieutenant Governor. Way is the third person to hold the office of Lt. Governor. The position does not require Senate confirmation or a special election. She will serve through the end of the term, January 2026. Should Gov. Murphy leave office early for any reason, she would become Governor. You can read more about her HERE. 

Member Benefit Partner Spotlight: Energy Marketing Partners

Energy Marketing Partners (EMP) is an established branded motor fuels distributor supplying products and services to retail service stations and convenience stores since 2012. EMP supplies branded Exxon, Mobil, BP, and Amoco products to retail outlets throughout NJ. EMP is expanding its services to offer additional major brands, unbranded supply contracts and other related services along the east coast. Our team offers more than 50 years’ experience in wholesale and retail petroleum marketing, convenience retailing and petroleum transportation. The company has grown from 27 locations to servicing 56 today. EMP is committed to building a strong customer network through its outstanding relationship with customers and by executing more efficiently than its competition. And for members with convenience stores, their sister company Quick & Fresh services 49 locations throughout the state.

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