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New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announces a state of emergency due to widespread flooding from Ida's remnants. In New York City, a flash flood emergency warning is declared for the first time.
2021-09-1

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy announces that New Jersey will require teachers to receive a COVID-19 vaccine by October 18 or face mandatory COVID-19 testing.
2021-08-23

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy issues a vaccine mandate for healthcare workers. A deadline has been issued by September 7.
2021-08-2

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and his wife Tammy receive their first doses of the Pfizer vaccine. Murphy also signs legislation providing $35 million in federal aid to restaurants, bars, and other businesses.
2021-04-9

Enabling legislation for Public Question 1 is signed into law by Governor Phil Murphy, making New Jersey the 14th state to legalize recreational cannabis.
2021-02-22

Governor Phil Murphy announces new restrictions in the state amid rising cases. Restaurants and bars will be ordered to close indoor services by 10:00 p.m. local time, casinos will be closed, and high school and indoor youth sports will be suspended. The restrictions will take effect on Thursday.
2020-11-9

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy says that the state is preparing to announce new steps to combat the spread of COVID-19.
2020-11-5

Governor Phil Murphy goes into quarantine after two of his staffers tested positive for COVID-19.
2020-10-22

Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie also tests positive for COVID-19 and checks himself into the Morristown Medical Center.
2020-10-3

Governor Phil Murphy announces the New Jersey primary will primarily be conducted via vote-by-mail.
2020-05-15