Advocacy

NJBIA's Government Affairs Team

NJBIA Government Affairs experts advocate for policies that will grow and create jobs and fight to protect businesses from policies that could negatively impact them. This section provides in-depth information about pending legislation that may impact your business. Keep up-to-date on the latest legislative and regulatory news.

Chris Emigholz Chief Government Affairs Officer – GA, Manufacturing, Taxation & Economic Development

Ray Cantor Deputy Chief Government Affairs Officer – Energy & Environment

Althea Ford Vice President of Government Affairs – Health Affairs, Education & Workforce Development

Elissa Frank Vice President of Government Affairs – Employment & Labor

Jack Ramirez Research Analyst

Marcy DePula Manager, Government Affairs

Jaimie Freeman Government Affairs Associate – County ELCs

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Advocacy News

August 12

NJBIA Statement on on Resolution to Nullify NJDOL Independent Contractor Rule

August 12

District 13 Lawmakers to Propose Bill to Nullify NJDOL Independent Contractor Rule

August 11

NAIFA-NJ Urges NJDOL to Withdraw Independent Contractor Rule Proposal

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