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1. Unfunded N.J. mandates blamed for property tax hikes
(N.J./State)

... immediate relief to taxpayers. But they added that to be of any benefit in 2011, the Legislature needs to address unfunded mandates quickly. "This was a great first step," Assemblyman John McKeon (D-Essex), ...

2. Assembly hearings to examine effect of state mandates on property taxes
(Money/Economy)

... we can bring real savings to property taxpayers without spending a dime, simply by easing mandates that may no longer be serving their purpose or are simply too burdensome," Assemblyman John McKeon (D-Essex), ...

3. Barnegat Bay environmental protection bills advance
(Sci/Tech/Science updates)

... to preserve this national treasure for future New Jerseyans." Assemblyman John F. McKeon (D-Essex), chairman of the lower house‘s Environmental and Solid Waste Committee, said, "Today, we are turning ...

4. Assembly to review state-imposed mandates that may play roles in N.J. property tax hikes
(N.J./State)

John McKeon named to lead effort Assemblyman John F. McKeon (D-Essex) will head an effort to examine state mandates on local governments that are considered an issue behind property tax increases. Assembly ...

5. N.J. property tax cap passed by Assembly, Christie prepared to sign compromise bill
(N.J./State)

... to work within the cap." Assemblyman John McKeon (D-Essex) said, "This plan is far removed from what the governor first sought, and is a victory for those favoring a flexible cap that could both control ...

6. Democrats want to take their time on 2.5 percent property tax proposals that Christie wants decided quickly
(N.J./State)

... need to thoroughly vet all of this is unavailable," Assemblyman John McKeon (D-Essex) said. "We have to be thoughtful going forward to ensure we do this right. For instance, we know that providing public ...

7. Christie orders special session to address N.J. property taxes
(N.J./State)

... do this right, without the showboating and sound bites others apparently prefer." Assemblyman John F. McKeon (D-Essex) sponsored the measure to property tax increases at 2.9 percent annually. "I look ...

8. Assembly Democrats kiss Christie's government change bills good-bye for the summer
(N.J./State)

... from Civil Service status and include them within each institution's personnel system. *Allow separate workers compensation program management for college and universities. Assemblyman John McKeon ...

9. N.J. Legislature ready to approve compromise $29.3 billion state budget Monday
(N.J./State)

... McKeon (D-Essex), a sponsor, said. "I am hopeful the Christie administration will work with us on this bill and not insist upon legislation that would cripple the ability of local governments to provide ...

10. ‘Raise the Roof’ concert at Asbury’s Convention Hall a cancer benefit for Mary’s Place
(Entertainment/Movies)

... are $65.00 through LiveNation or info@marysplacebythesea.org Mary's Place by the Sea was founded by Michele Gannon and Maria McKeon. It was their vision to give women with cancer a place to rest and ...

11. Anheuser-Busch installs solar panels at Newark brewery
(Sci/Tech/Science updates)

... everything is automated," he said. He joked that by using solar energy Anheuser-Busch was "making Bud Light even lighter." State Assemblyman John McKeon went one step further, recycling a joke he used ...

12. N.J. students protest budget cuts; McKeon calls exodus a referendum on Christie’s plan
(N.J./State)

Assembly Deputy Speaker John F. McKeon called the exodus of thousands of students from classrooms Tuesday a referendum on Gov. Christie's indiscriminate cuts to schools and his relentless attacks on teachers. ...

13. McKeon to Christie: Stop the political theater, focus on economic recovery
(N.J./State)

Assemblyman wants Governor to stop including public in ‘personal vendetta' with NJEA Assembly Deputy Speaker John F. McKeon Thursday called on Gov. Christie to stop the political theater and focus on ...

14. Clean cars were always a ray of hope in New Jersey
(Opinion/Commentary)

BY DOUG O'MALLEY AND JOHN McKEON COMMENTARY America's dependence on oil is our nation's Achilles heel. Whether you care about high gas prices, global warming, air pollution or national security, if ...

15. White House follows New Jersey’s lead on ‘Clean Cars’
(Sci/Tech/Science updates)

... air quality nationwide," said Asm. John McKeon (D-West Orange). "The new federal standards will save Americans money at the pump, improve the quality of the air we breathe, reduce our dependence on foreign ...

16. Concerns over Christie’s environmental actions on the N.J. legislative agenda
(N.J./State)

... should not be mortgaged for a quick fix," said Assemblyman John McKeon (D-Essex), the panel's chairman. The Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee will consider legislation to ensure free recreational ...

17. N.J. Highlands region development bill approved by Assembly
(Sci/Tech/Science updates)

... million gallons of water daily for more than five million people." The bill (A-602), has the support of Assemblyman John McKeon (D-Essex), chairman of the lower house's environment committee. — TOM ...

18. John F. McKeon: Christie plan would lower bond ratings of schools, drive up New Jersey’s property taxes
(Opinion/Commentary)

BY JOHN F. McKEON COMMENTARY I appreciate the challenges we have to face together considering the budgetary situation in New Jersey. However, we need to be careful that planned cuts do not hurt the ...

19. RE: Courage To Connect New Jersey
(Comments/Unsorted comments)

... a dangerous precedent. Truly the only way NJ can achieve any real tax reform is to step up and make hard choices for the greater good. Assemblyman/West Orange Mayor John McKeon and other county leaders, ...

20. New Jersey delegation honors India, Indian-Americans; Gandhi: ‘We must become the change we wish to see’
(N.J./State)

... Jersey and New York. Oliver and Chivukula were joined by Senate Minority Leader Thomas H. Kean and Assembly Deputy Speakers John F. McKeon and Linda R. Greenstein. N.J. Secretary of Agriculture Douglas ...