Congratulations, Governor Sherrill! This is a truly historic and joyous day for New Jersey. Mikie has done it all. Like a true Naval aviator, she has navigated the chaos of Congress with grit and grace. She has devoted her life to serving our country.

It has been an extraordinary run. As I leave the State House for the last time as Governor, I am proud to say we are leaving our children a state that is better than we found it. A New Jersey that is stronger, fairer, and more responsible.

Today, we honor the immeasurable impact of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s lifelong commitment to equality and economic justice.

To my incredible wife, Tammy, and our wonderful children, Josh, Emma, Charlie, and Sam, your support means the world to me. From the bottom of my heart: thank you.

As heavy snowfall continues across the state, we urge you to avoid driving if possible. If you must drive, please do so slowly and safely.

Eight years ago today, I stood on stage and took the oath as the 56th Governor of New Jersey. During our final days in office, I’m proud to say that we’ve kept our promise to build a New Jersey that is stronger and fairer than ever before.

Today, I signed legislation creating new oversight and establishing new transparency requirements for charter schools. Together, we are setting a higher standard for charter schools and giving the NJ Dept. of Education greater authority to hold them accountable to taxpayers and communities.

32 years since our first date and happier than ever. To my amazing wife and best friend: I couldn’t have done this without you. I love you, Tammy!

Today, I signed legislation modernizing the process for filling vacant U.S. House of Representatives seats — preventing delays, reducing voter confusion, and ensuring we don't have long periods without representation. www.nj.gov/governor/new...

As his term comes to an end, @govmurphy.bsky.social tells @deanobeidallah.bsky.social that Democrats can be progressive capitalists, and still deliver for their constituents

Today, I proudly signed the First Responders Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Protection Act into law, providing employment protections for paid first responders diagnosed with PTSD.

It has been the highest honor of my life to serve as Governor to the nine-and-a-half million New Jerseyans who call our great state home.

As our state’s commuters will be quick to tell you: NJ TRANSIT is not yet where it needs to be. But it is also lightyears ahead of where it was.

Before I entered office, the last time New Jersey received a credit rating upgrade was in 2005. In the past three years, we have secured NINE credit rating upgrades. By contrast, the prior administration had 11 credit rating downgrades.

At a time when New Jersey is ascendant, there is only one thing that can stand in our way – and that is ourselves. We cannot repeat the mistakes of the past. That is why, when I entered office in 2018, I promised to turn things around as Governor.

New Jersey is quickly becoming THE global destination for film and television production. @netflix.com. @lionsgate.com. @paramountpics.bsky.social: some of the biggest names in the business. And they are all putting down roots in the Garden State.

We have set New Jersey on course to a cleaner, more sustainable future. A future where we meet our responsibility to combat climate change while also creating new sources of affordable, reliable energy that lower costs in the long-term.

When the Supreme Court launched an unprecedented assault on reproductive rights, we — in New Jersey — fought back. Months before the Court issued its dreadful Dobbs decision, we took action and codified the right to abortion.

Thanks to the leadership of Lt. Governor Way, New Jersey’s democracy is stronger, and more secure, than ever before. We have set the national standard for protecting the integrity of our democratic process.

We restored funding for long-neglected priorities — pensions, public education, public transit, women’s health care — AND secured NINE consecutive credit rating upgrades in just three years, after a generation of downgrades.

Together, we have proudly delivered more property tax relief to the people of New Jersey than any Administration in history. Nearly twice as much, in fact, as the last Administration.

We were told that reforming a broken criminal justice system would jeopardize public safety, and what did we do? We reduced New Jersey’s prison population to its lowest levels in decades — AND brought homicides and shootings down to record lows at the same time.

We were told raising the minimum wage would kill jobs and crash the economy, and what did we do? We passed a law nearly doubling the minimum wage — AND built the fastest-growing economy in the entire Northeast. All at the same time.

Back in January 2018, New Jersey was a state in dire need of a turnaround. When I entered office, the needs of the people were being pushed aside.

Today at 3:00 p.m., I will deliver my final State of the State Address. Over the past eight years, we have built a New Jersey that is stronger AND fairer than ever before. We were who we said we’d be — and we did what we said we’d do. Let us reflect on the progress we have made together.

The official closing of Netflix on Fort Monmouth affirms that the birthplace of film is where its future is being built once again. Fort Monmouth is no longer a dormant site — it will be a place where our production workforce can grow and a symbol of New Jersey’s vibrant economic future.

Linda Callahan worked tirelessly to make the world more compassionate and just. She will be missed by everyone whose life she touched. We are sending our heartfelt condolences and prayers to Pat, their four beloved children, and their grandchildren during this difficult time.

Governor Dick Codey distinguished himself as the consummate public servant, working alongside New Jerseyans of all beliefs and backgrounds to chart a brighter path forward. Tammy and I are sending our love and deepest condolences to Dick's wife, their two sons, and the entire Codey family.

Somerset County is fortunate to be represented by so many outstanding leaders. Congratulations to the public servants sworn in today in Somerville: Commissioner Melonie Marano, Commissioner Elizabeth Graner, Surrogate Tina Jalloh, and Sheriff Darrin Russo.

On National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, we joined the Sicknick family in South River to remember U.S. Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick. Officer Sicknick lost his life after courageously defending the United States Capitol from insurrectionists on January 6, 2021.

The ICE shooting in Minnesota is horrifying. Nothing I’ve seen could remotely justify this poor woman losing her life. Our hearts go out to the victim’s family and the entire Minneapolis community. www.nj.com/news/2026/01...

Back in Piscataway tonight supporting Rutgers Women’s Basketball as they take on Maryland! 🏀 Go Scarlet Knights! #RURahRah

NEW: I just signed bipartisan legislation establishing a bell-to-bell ban on cell phones in K-12 schools. This policy is a no-brainer. It will help boost academic achievement, protect the mental well-being of our students, and restore focus in our classrooms. www.nj.gov/governor/new...

Great evening at Middlesex County’s reorganization meeting! Congratulations to all our elected officials – I know you will serve with unwavering dedication to the people you represent.

Just finished my final News 12 NJ “Ask Governor Murphy” with Eric Landskroner! Thank you for welcoming me to your studio once a month for the past eight years to connect with constituents on the issues that matter most.

NEW: New Jersey has recorded its fewest number of shootings on record for 2025 and reached an all-time low in gun homicides. Since we took office, shootings have declined by 59% statewide.

Five years ago, we saw one of the darkest days in our nation’s history unfold as insurrectionists violently attacked the U.S. Capitol. Today, we honor Officer Brian Sicknick, a New Jersey native who lost his life defending our country.

Thank you to the @njglobe.bsky.social for stopping by the State House to recap the past eight years and some of our Administration’s proudest accomplishments.

Great to sit down with Brent Johnson of NJ.com to discuss our Administration's achievements over the last eight years and thank him for his many years of dedicated service covering the State House.

Looking forward to delivering my final State of the State Address on Tuesday, January 13 at 3:00 p.m. It has been the highest honor of my life to serve as your governor. Together, have we have built a New Jersey that is stronger and fairer than ever before.

Honored to swear in Bordentown City’s newest public servants: Mayor Stepanie Lagos, Deputy Mayor Jennifer Sciortino, and Commissioner Grace Archer.

Proud to kick off 2026 by eliminating $86 million in medical debt for 53,000 New Jerseyans in partnership with @unduemeddebt.bsky.social. Across six rounds of relief, we have eliminated nearly $1.4 billion in medical debt for families across our state. www.nj.gov/governor/new...

Strong winds are headed our way beginning tomorrow morning, with the potential for freezing rain tonight in North Jersey. We urge you to be cautious of icy roads and drive safely.

If you are planning on traveling today, we urge you to hit the road early to avoid driving through the snowstorm. Snow is expected to begin in the early afternoon with the heaviest snowfall between 6:00 p.m. and 2 a.m.

Merry Christmas, New Jersey! 🎄 ❄️ With up to 8 inches of snow headed our way tomorrow evening, we urge you to plan ahead and avoid driving if possible. If you must travel, be cautious of icy roads.

More snow is headed our way, New Jersey! ❄️ We are anticipating snow statewide Friday night into Saturday morning, with up to 4 to 8 inches in North and Central Jersey. Plan your holiday travel accordingly and stay safe!

We have made it a priority to maximize the use of our opioid settlement funds. Today, we are proud to announce nearly $50 million for housing, treatment, and maternal health support for those battling addiction and in recovery. www.nj.gov/governor/new...

I strongly condemn the Islamophobic remarks made by U.S. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard about our Muslim community in the great city of Paterson This type of religious hate and bigotry has absolutely no place in our nation.

We are anticipating light snow tonight into Tuesday morning, primarily in North Jersey. Be mindful of slippery roads during the morning commute and stay safe, New Jersey!

The Newark Bay-Hudson County Extension Improvements Program is a critical investment in our regional infrastructure that expands access to our ports and airport while keeping up with the pace of residential and commercial development in Jersey City, Bayonne, and Newark.