NJ Connections: 5/7/2025

Your resource for current news, policies and helpful updates impacting New Jersey businesses

May is Small Business Month and we want to honor all the small businesses in New Jersey who contribute to our state’s prosperity day in and day out! Follow along with us on social media for an inside look as we share small business highlights and success stories, testimonials, and how we help NJ entrepreneurs. At NJBAC, we’re proud to shine a spotlight on the local leaders and visionaries who are shaping stronger, smarter business communities across New Jersey!

Webinar on Ways to Combat Rising Energy Costs

On May 7, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., NJBAC will moderate a panel of experts on how businesses can tap into state funding programs to upgrade their outdated facilities and equipment to drastically reduce their energy costs.

How Public Resources Can Help Fund and Grow Your Business

NJBAC will participate in a May 9 roundtable event in Willingboro, hosted by Senator Troy Singleton, focused on how to connect with government agencies, gain access to resources, and apply on-site for business assistance programs.

A New Export Webinar Series Focuses on South Jersey  

The South Jersey Export Webinar Series, which begins in Cape May County on May 9, will share information with attendees about the benefits of exporting and how to get started with existing local resources. Both product-based and service-based businesses are invited to learn how to conduct international market research, start an export plan, and assess their company’s export readiness.

Pay Transparency Law to Go into Effect June 1, 2025 

The new law requires employers with at least 10 employees to disclose the hourly wage or salary range for the advertised position. They must also provide a general description of all benefits and other compensation programs the applicant would be eligible for within the first 12 months of employment.

Creating a Disability Inclusive Business Environment

The NJ Department of Human Services Business Relations Unit can assist businesses in recruiting, hiring and retaining qualified employees who are blind, deaf-blind and visually impaired, all at no-cost.

Courtesy Copy of Single Use Plastics Regulations Now Available

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has posted a courtesy copy of the adopted rule on Single-Use Paper and Plastic Carryout Bags and Polystyrene Foam Food Service Products (N.J.A.C. 7:26L). 

Cannabis Corner: New Jersey CTA at MJ Unpacked

The Cannabis Training Academy took part in this year’s MJ Unpacked in Atlantic City. The conference brought operators, tailor-made service providers who work across the supply chain, entrepreneurs, and educators together for an immersive experience over panel sessions and exhibit floor events. Check out where we go next, and other pertinent cannabis events happening in New Jersey, by logging into the CTA portal and checking the events calendar. 

To learn more about worker classification, wage and hour compliance, leave benefits, and more, visit the link below. 

NJBAC Small Business Support

Choosing the proper business structure is critical to your success! Whether you're a sole proprietor, LLC, or forming a corporation, each business structure impacts taxes, liability, and legal requirements. Need help determining where you fall? The NJBAC is here to help. The NJBAC is here to support your journey. Download and explore the NJ Small Business Manual in English or Spanish, or submit a request for a print copy in English or Spanish. 

Contact Us For Assistance

Visit business.nj.gov for a "live chat" with our NJBAC business experts,

from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET, Monday-Friday.

You can also call us at 1-800-JERSEY-7.

The New Jersey Business Action Center is a division of the Department of State. 

P.O. Box 820
Trenton, NJ 08625-0820
nj.gov/state/bac/

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