Governor Phil Murphy

The New Jersey Commission on the Effects of Social Media Usage on Adolescents has issued its report on approaches that communities may consider to address issues such as cyberbullying, addictive use, sleep disruption, and mental health decline that may be linked to excessive social media exposure among youth.

Governor Murphy today signed legislation that would establish a new cabinet-level Department of Veterans Affairs in New Jersey, reorganizing the existing Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMAVA).

Governor Phil Murphy today exercised his executive authority and announced a third round of clemency actions by pardoning 40 individuals. Today’s announcement brings the total number of grants of clemency during the Murphy Administration to 169 individuals.

Governor Murphy and 17 public sector unions representing State workers today announced an agreement designed to achieve approximately $75 million in recurring health benefit savings for the final six months of Fiscal Year 2026.

TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy and New Jersey Secretary of Higher Education Dr. Brian Bridges today announced the availability of $250 million in capital facilities grant funding through a joint solicitation of two state-backed, revolving bond programs for higher education. This funding will help New Jersey’s eligible public and private institutions of higher education pursue projects that promote the success and safety of students.

First Lady Tammy Murphy and Governor Phil Murphy joined representatives from the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) and the New Jersey Maternal and Infant Health Authority (MIHIA); state and local government officials; and health care, community, and faith leaders to break ground on the first-of-its-kind Maternal and Infant Health Innovation Center (MIHIC) in Trenton.

TRENTON – Governor Murphy today signed legislation that requires the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission to create digital driver’s licenses and digital non-driver identification cards. Digital driver’s licenses reinforce New Jersey’s status as a leader in technology and innovation while making day-to-day life easier and more convenient for New Jerseyans.

MAPLEWOOD – Governor Murphy signed A4765/S4146, legislation that strengthens requirements for driver education and testing on safely and responsibly sharing the roads with pedestrians and cyclists.

TRENTON – Governor Murphy sent a letter to Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Chairman Kevin O'Toole formally requesting monthly data on the continued impacts of New York's congestion pricing scheme on the Port Authority.

TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy today delivered his 2025 State of the State Address at the State House in Trenton, his seventh since taking office. In his speech, Governor Murphy highlighted the Murphy Administration’s progress over the past seven years in raising wages, creating jobs, and unleashing a new era of economic opportunity in the industries of tomorrow.