Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin Mary Coogan President/CEO Many continue to analyze the potential impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that President Trump signed on July 4 (hereinafter referred to as HR1). HR1 provisions impacting New Jersey’s Medicaid population were shared at the NJ Medicaid Assistance Advisory Council (MAAC) meeting on July 17. Materials […]
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Unpacking the NJ State FY26 Budget on New Jersey’s Kids and Families
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin Highlights of FY26 State Budget Spending on Children and Families The State Fiscal Year 2026 Budget was approved by the Legislature and signed into law by Governor Murphy before the June 30th deadline, with total appropriations of $58.8 billion and a projected surplus of $6.7 billion. The budget allocates resources, programs, and services […]
Midwifery Saves Lives: Why New Jersey Must Expand Access to Midwifery Care
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin Winifred Smith-Jenkins Director of Early Childhood Policy and Advocacy Too many mothers and babies in New Jersey are dying, and it doesn’t have to be this way. Midwifery care is a proven, life-saving solution. But outdated laws, systemic barriers, and a lack of awareness are limiting access to this vital care. […]
U.S. House of Representatives Moved the Federal Budget Process Forward
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin Mary Coogan President/CEO, ACNJ Click here to stay informed on our state and federal budget advocacy. Last Thursday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” along party lines 215 (R)/214 (D). The bill now moves to the U.S. Senate for their consideration. If H.R. 1 becomes […]
NJ Ranks 7th in 2025 National KIDS COUNT Data Book
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin Visit ACNJ’s Kids Count page to find other New Jersey county and city data reports. NJ Ranks 7th in 2025 KIDS COUNT Data Book as Advocates for Children of NJ Urges Focus on Supporting Thriving Kids and Families Data shows that NJ leads nation in education but economic instability persists & […]
