TRENTON – Senator Troy Singleton (D-Burlington), Chair of the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following statement:

“As the author of New Jersey’s landmark affordable housing law, I am encouraged that Judge Quraishi dismissed a few towns’ attempts to circumvent the opportunity presented by the Mount Laurel Decision.

“New Jersey is facing a serious affordable housing crisis that is pushing working families, seniors, and vulnerable members of our population out of the communities they rely on for jobs, schools, and support. That reality is exactly why the Legislature acted to modernize our affordable housing framework and ensure every municipality does its fair share.

“Since the passage of S-50, hundreds of municipalities have adopted compliant housing plans, disputes that once dragged on for years have been resolved through mediation, and real progress is being made toward building and preserving homes and communities that people can actually afford. The early success of this law proves that clear rules and a fair process can deliver results without endless litigation.

“I respect the court’s role in carefully reviewing issues and ensuring that the law is implemented constitutionally.”