New Jersey Statehouse Watch

New Jersey School Funding Chaos: Inside the Broken Formula with Assemblywoman Vicky Flynn

Episode 4 of New Jersey State House Watch, Assemblywoman Vicky Flynn breaks down New Jersey’s broken school funding formula. We expose how the current system drives massive property tax increases, staff layoffs, and program cuts in suburban and rural districts while pouring billions into urban systems with little accountability. From S2 formula failures to expiring federal aid, this episode reveals the unfairness and lack of transparency hurting families and taxpayers statewide. Must-listen for anyone fighting for fair funding and real reform.

Dawn Fantasia Drops Bombshells on NJ's Sanctuary State Disaster & School Funding Chaos | State House Watch

New Jersey State House Watch – April 28, 2026 Guest: Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia (LD 24) Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia — lifelong educator, former Teacher of the Year, and straight-talking legislator — joins Jack Brangan and Constance Ditzel for a hard-hitting look at New Jersey’s crises. In this episode:• The dangerous fallout from sanctuary state policies• The broken school funding formula driving teacher layoffs, program cuts, and exploding property taxes• Governor Sherrill’s first 100 days and Trenton’s budget chaos Dawn brings real-world experience from the classroom to Trenton and doesn’t hold back on solutions. A must-listen for every NJ taxpayer and parent. 🎧 Watch/listen now on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify & more🌐 njstatehousewatch.com Follow: @DawnFantasia_NJ & @jxbran99 #NJPolitics #DawnFantasia #SanctuaryState #SchoolFunding #NJBudget #PropertyTaxes

Who Controls the Needle? The Fight Over NJ’s Vaccine Schedule

Recent developments in New Jersey are raising important questions about who determines the childhood vaccine schedule. This episode of Dramatic Changes in NJ analyzes legislative efforts, policy shifts, and the broader implications for families and public health in the state.

How Four New Laws Are Changing Abortion Policy in New Jersey

New Jersey is moving toward becoming a national center for abortion services. In this episode, we examine four new laws driving that shift—what they say, how they work, and what they mean for the state going forward.

Four Immigration Bills Head to the Governor — What They Could Mean for New Jersey

In this episode of New Jersey Statehouse Watch, hosts Jack Brangan and Constance Ditzel examine four immigration-related bills recently passed by the New Jersey Legislature and now heading to Governor Mikie Sherrill’s desk for consideration. These bills were introduced and advanced by Democratic lawmakers and could significantly affect how immigration policies are handled in New Jersey. Important point: these measures are not law yet. They are awaiting the governor’s decision — whether to sign them, veto them, or allow them to become law. In this episode, we break down: • What each of the four bills proposes • How they moved through the Legislature • What supporters say the bills will accomplish • Concerns raised by critics • What happens next before any of these measures could take effect New Jersey Statehouse Watch focuses on explaining legislation before it becomes law, helping residents understand what is happening inside the State House in Trenton. Watch live and learn more at NJStatehouseWatch.com