In this episode of New Jersey Politics with Laura Jones, host Laura Jones breaks down Governor Mikie Sherrill’s historic $60.7 billion FY2027 state budget, the largest in New Jersey history. Labeled an “affordability budget,” the plan increases property tax relief, boosts school funding, and strengthens pensions without raising taxes on individuals. Laura is joined by leading voices for reaction and analysis including Peter Chen, Senior Policy Analyst at New Jersey Policy Perspective,
Rosemary Becchi, Founder and President of Jersey First, and Ross Connolly, Northeast Regional State Director at Americans for Prosperity.
About the Author
Gerald D’Ambra is co-founder of On New Jersey.
Throughout his career in TV, Gerald has led projects developing shows for Cox Broadcasting, Sinclair, Fox, and Discovery Scripps. He is a former marketing and communications executive with a global technology company and a former TV News Anchor, Reporter, and Executive Producer.
Gerald led communications and marketing projects for global brands and secured national and local media placement. He has been nominated for Emmy Awards and won multiple AP awards for journalism.