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Important Updates to Employee Rights under New Jersey WARN Law

April 17, 2023

Employers with at least 100 employees have obligations under the State’s Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) law. As of April 10th, 2023, several new changes to the law are in effect. Among the most significant changes: 

  • Employees impacted by layoffs, closures, or relocations must now have 90 days advance notice.
  • Employees must be notified whenever a mass layoff impacts at least 50 workers at a given worksite.
  • Part-time employees now have the same protections under the law as full-time employees. They should be counted as employees when determining an employer’s WARN obligations.
  • Employers must provide discharged employees with one week of severance pay for each year of service.

Employers subject to WARN requirements are strongly encouraged to familiarize themselves with the complete changes to the law.

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Certify Your LGBTQ+-Owned Business

April 17, 2023

Businesses with a majority owner who identifies as LGBTQ+ can now apply for certification as a LGBTQ+-owned business. Certification can make a business eligible to participate in select set-aside or goal-based contracting initiatives offered by State agencies. Certification can also provide a competitive advantage when bidding for contracts elsewhere. Other eligibility criteria apply.

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Get Funds to Hire and Train Dislocated Workers with Identifiable Skills Gaps

April 17, 2023

Employers willing to hire and train dislocated workers with identifiable skills gaps can receive up to $20,000 in wage reimbursement per worker. Through the Return and Earn program, employers are reimbursed for 50% of the wages paid for regular hours worked during their training period.

Training periods can last up to six months, and wage reimbursement is capped at $20,000 per Return and Earn employee. Prospective employers must receive NJDOL approval for their training plan in order to be eligible for the wage reimbursement.

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New Jersey S Corporation Elections Have Been Eliminated

April 6, 2023

A recently enacted law eliminates the requirement for recognized federal S corporations to make a separate S corporation election with New Jersey. Federal S corporations will be automatically recognized as S corporations by New Jersey unless the corporation opts out. To opt out, 100% of the shareholders must consent. The entity may opt out at any time during the tax year or at any time on or before the due date or extended due date of the S corporation return.

The Division of Taxation has published a technical bulletin and FAQ document to assist companies with the resulting procedural changes.

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Child Care Businesses: Apply for Grants to Expand Infant/Toddler Services

March 31, 2023

Licensed child care centers and Head Start/Early Head Start programs can now apply online for the Thriving by Three Infant and Toddler Child Care Grant. This grant helps providers expand their capacity for infants and toddlers, and increase high-quality child care services available to families. Eligible providers will receive an initial minimum grant of $3,000 per new infant or toddler child care slot created; $1,000 from each slot must be directed for teacher-related expenses (i.e., bonus or incentive).

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Technology Startups: Apply for up to $500,000 in Matching Investments

March 19, 2023

Early-stage, product-based technology companies in certain industries may be eligible to have up to $500,000 in direct investments matched by the Angel Match program from the New Jersey Economic Development Authority. The funding can be used for product development, marketing, research and development, and other working capital needs.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Eligible companies must be located in physical office, co-working or incubator space in New Jersey. Additional eligibility requirements apply.

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Loan Guarantees for Small Businesses and Their Investors

March 19, 2023

Business owners and their investors can receive guarantees on their loans from the NJ Entrepreneur Support Program. The program provides guarantees totaling a maximum of $200,000 on investor loans advanced for working capital to businesses.

Completed applications from investors for guarantees will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis, including the ability to consider multiple guarantees per company towards the $200,000 company exposure cap.

Please schedule a consultation with an Innovation Officer by sending an email to njesp@njeda.com to determine your eligibility for the program.

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Determine Your Eligibility for the Cannabis Equity Grant Program

March 13, 2023

The first phase of the Cannabis Equity Grant Program will award grants of $250,000 to 24 entities that have a conditional or annual license. The program is not yet accepting applications.

A new tool allows interested cannabis businesses to determine whether they are eligible to apply for one of these grants. Eligible applicants must have formed their cannabis business after March 9th, 2020 and employ 50 or fewer full-time employees. Other eligibility requirements apply.

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Restaurants, Retail, Personal Care Businesses: Get Free E-Commerce and Digital Marketing Services

March 3, 2023

New Jersey restaurants, retail stores, and personal care businesses (for example, salons and spas) that operate from a commercial location can get free consulting services from the Small Business E-commerce Support Program.

Businesses that operate from a physical commercial location in New Jersey can receive assistance in the following areas:

  • Website Development
  • Website Optimization
  • E-commerce Platform
  • Online Ordering Platform
  • Online Appointment Booking Platform
  • Digital Marketing Plan

Other eligibility criteria apply.

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Major Changes Announced to Cannabis Business Rules

February 21, 2023

There are several new changes to the rules that govern the cannabis industry in New Jersey:

  • Three new license types will soon be available: Class 3, wholesalers; Class 4, distributors; and Class 6, delivery licenses.
  • The criteria for priority applications have been reordered with all Social Equity, Diversity-owned Businesses, and Impact Zone applications – including those for annual and conversion licenses – receiving review before all other applications.
  • There won't be statewide restrictions  on cultivation licenses as of February 22nd, 2023 (your municipality may still have restrictions).
  • After February 22nd, 2023, cannabis license holders will be able to hold a cultivator license, a manufacturer license, a retailer license, and a delivery service license at the same time. License holders will be able to have only one of each and in any combination. Additionally, wholesale license holders can also hold a distributor license. Expanded alternative treatment centers may cultivate, manufacture, retail, and deliver. 
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