Porzio Governmental Affairs proudly announces its representation of the New Jersey Library Association (NJLA) in a significant legislative victory aimed at protecting intellectual freedom and enhancing librarian rights across New Jersey. The proposed legislation, S-3907, responds to the growing trend of book challenges and censorship attempts both within the state and nationwide. The bill mandates that libraries adhere to the …
Porzio Governmental Affairs Joins Theory Wellness and Local Officials to Celebrate Grand Opening of Trenton Cannabis Dispensary
Porzio Governmental Affairs client Theory Wellness, joined by local officials, marked a significant milestone with the grand opening of their Trenton cannabis dispensary, the first in the State’s capital city. On Thursday, April 25, Theory Founder and Chief Strategy Officer Nick Friedman along with PGA Representatives Lynn Nowak and Beau Huch, were joined by esteemed guests including Mayor Reed Gusciora, …
Lynn Nowak and Barbara DeMarco Named to Assemblywoman Shavonda Sumter’s Inaugural NJ Women’s Power List
Assemblywoman Shavonda Sumter recently introduced her first NJ Women’s Power List, showcasing the trailblazing women in New Jersey breaking barriers. The 2023 list featured strong representation from the Porzio Governmental Affairs team, including Lynn M. Nowak, Executive Vice President, and Barbara DeMarco, Vice President. The inaugural list follows in the footsteps of Former State Senator Loretta Weinberg who produced a …
Porzio Governmental Affairs and Hawk Strategies Strategic Partnership – In the News
Porzio Governmental Affairs’ strategic partnership with Hawk Strategies has been covered by various media outlets. Below is a list of news articles highlighting this significant partnership announcement:
Porzio Governmental Affairs and Hawk Strategies Announce Strategic Partnership
Leading Government Affairs Firms in New Jersey Combine Strengths in Burgeoning Infrastructure Sector and Beyond With New Jersey poised to receive a massive influx of federal investment in infrastructure in the coming years, two of the state’s leading government affairs consultancies—Porzio Governmental Affairs and Hawk Strategies—have formed a strategic partnership aimed at assisting companies with large transportation- and infrastructure-related needs. …
Government Relations Veteran Dennis Marco Rejoins Porzio Governmental Affairs
Porzio Governmental Affairs proudly welcomes back Dennis Marco as Senior Director, marking his return to the firm where he previously served as Vice President from 2006 to 2011. With over 30 years of government relations experience, Marco is a seasoned advocate in healthcare, economic development, nonprofits, and associations. Marco’s career journey includes pivotal roles such as Director of Marketing at …
2023 Senate and Assembly Elections Summary and Analysis (Updated)
New Jersey’s 2023 legislative elections results proved, once again, that New Jersey is a blue state. The Democrats will maintain a 25-15 majority in the State Senate. And while at first it appeared that they would pick up five seats in the Assembly, that turned out to be six so they will hold a 52-28 majority in that chamber in the …
Lynn Nowak and Barbara DeMarco Named to Senator Weinberg’s 2023 Women’s Power List
January 30, 2023 – Senate Majority Leader Weinberg has released her annual list of the most powerful and influential women in New Jersey civic affairs. Porzio Governmental Affairs is proud to announce that Lynn Nowak and Barbara DeMarco have been named to this prestigious list.
Legislative and Budget Activity
August 23, 2022 In the Statehouse, our team was working to ensure that the State’s $50.6 billion FY 2023 budget included key provisions that would increase access to higher education at county colleges, expand services for people with disabilities, fund services for students with disabilities, and increase access to cancer screenings and research. Our team worked alongside and on behalf …
Lynn Nowak Named to InsiderNJ’s Cannabis Power List 2021
July 14, 2021 – InsiderNJ’s released its second tribute to influential voices in New Jersey’s path to ending cannabis prohibition. This year’s list emphasized the people who advocated for the legalization of adult-use cannabis in New Jersey.