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Earth Day is the perfect chance to honor our beautiful planet! Here are some fun and easy ways to celebrate Earth Day with your family. Many thanks to all of the bloggers who contributed to this fabulous round-up!
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Wednesday, April 19, 2017
Let's Visit The Raptor Trust in Millington, NJ
Are you looking for a fun outdoor day trip in New Jersey? We love, love LOVE taking mini day trips around here, especially ones that don't cost us much (or anything at all). One of our favorite places to visit (which is often overlooked, in my opinion) is The Raptor Trust in Millington, NJ. It is no secret that I am a certified 'bird nerd.' I can tell you what kind of bird is nearby just from hearing its song (who knew, right?). I keep binoculars on my kitchen table in case a bird watching moment appears. I have a hummingbird feeder and I actually cook the nectar myself (well, it's just sugar and water, but I cook it with love!). I could go on and on, but I don't want you to start getting frightened about how weird I am. Anyway...
Tuesday, April 18, 2017
Enter to Win a Tropical Vacation from SOUR PATCH Kids! Ends 5/31
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Ah, Summer! There's nothin' finer! Are you dreaming of a tropical getaway in the sun? Well, guess what? SOUR PATCH Kids is offering you a chance to win a trip for four to Hawaii! YEAH!! Read on for details, and hear all about their new tropical flavors!
Saturday, April 15, 2017
The New York International Auto Show Rocks! (and here's why)
You don't need to be a car enthusiast to enjoy The New York International Auto Show. Contrary to what people believe, you don't have to be a car lover and it's not just for men (or 'dudes,' as I like to say). I used to visit the auto show every year as a little girl, and it became a special tradition for our family. I like cars but I don't love them. I drive an old SUV from 2007 (but I do love her and I even named her Kea Lani). You won't find posters of cars all over my room and I don't read every issue of Car and Driver (nothing against them, though, it's a great magazine). I don't know the difference between engines and models and torque. But I do know that the New York International Auto Show is just plain cool. If you've attended in the past, then you already know this, too. But if you're contemplating visiting or wondering if you should take the family, let me explain to you what makes this show so special.
Monday, April 10, 2017
The Great Big List of Spring Break DayTrips (in New Jersey and Beyond!)
Planning a staycation for Spring Break this year? Wondering where to visit in the wonderful state of New Jersey (and its surrounding areas)? Well, here's a list of over 50 of the best New Jersey day trips, as well as an interactive map to help you find them.
Friday, April 7, 2017
Chocolate Chip Pan Cookie Recipe : Spring Peeps Bunny Cookie
Peeps are so cute that I tend to enjoy them even after Easter. I bought an adorable Peeps bunny cookie pan from Candyland Crafts in Somerville (if you live in Jersey, you must go visit them!) but then I got sick right around Easter time and I never had the chance to use it. Never one to let a good, adorable cookie pan go to waste, I made a Spring bunny cookie for
myself The Jersey Momma's Boy after the holiday.
Wednesday, April 5, 2017
Awesome Non-Candy Easter Basket Ideas
Are you on the hunt for Easter basket items? Looking for some new ideas instead of candy this year? I have some fun finds for you, and they won't cause cavities!
Friday, March 31, 2017
Everyone Matters: 3 Ways to Share Acts of Kindness
Every March I pay tribute to some very special people who touched my life. I hope you'll read this quick post about how you can help spread kindness in the world, as well honor the people who meant so much to you.
Monday, March 27, 2017
Let's Visit Diggerland USA in West Berlin, New Jersey: A Jersey Momma Review
Thursday, March 23, 2017
Easter Egg Hunts and Activities in New Jersey (PA and MD, too!) with Interactive Map
Easter is almost here! If you're wondering where the best Easter egg hunts and Easter activities are in New Jersey, look no further! I've teamed up with Been There Done That With Kids again to bring you an interactive map of the best Easter activities in New Jersey (as well as Pennsylvania and Maryland, too!). Check out our interactive map, complete with website links and zoom in/out features!
I See Me! Book Review and Giveaway: Win a Personalized Book of Your Own!
It's always tough to think of birthday gift ideas, especially as kids get older. There are only so many toys you can buy! That's why I was excited when I See Me! reached out and asked if I would like to review one of their products. They sell a variety of personalized items, from books to lunch totes, puzzles, growth charts and more! Wait till you see the beautiful, personalized book they sent me. And guess what? They offered to give a book of choice to one of my readers, too! So be sure to enter my contest at the end of this post to win your very own personalized book from I See Me! Books.
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
Is a Legoland Theme Park Coming to New York?
There's been a lot of buzz lately about a proposed Legoland theme park opening in New York state. If that's true, New Jersey residents would have a real, live Legoland about an hour away! So, what are the details? The Jersey Momma has the low-down for you!
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Fun with Peeps: Peeps Jousting!
I love when Spring rolls around and all of those colorful Peeps start hitting the market. They're just so bright and cute- I'm always looking for fun things to do with them. I was so excited to hear about Peeps Jousting, and so was The Jersey Momma's Boy. This is a fun activity that doesn't require much time or mess. Give it a try, you're sure to wind up laughing!
How to Make Peeps Popcorn: More Fun with Peeps
Spring is here, so what to do with all of those Peeps? If you've read my last two posts about Peeps Jousting and Make Your Own Peeps Houses, then you know I love playing with Peeps! I mostly like decorating with them and using them for projects, but this recipe for Peeps Popcorn is actually pretty yummy. And if you need any Peeps supplies, you can check out my handy affiliate link at the bottom of this post.
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Monday, March 20, 2017
Win a Prize Pack from the Movie, 'Gifted' in Theaters 4/7!
I'm proud to help promote the new movie, Gifted, which debuts in theaters on April 7th! As a former educator, I love movies that focus on children and the talents they possess. Gifted is all about an amazing little girl and the lives she touches. Read on to learn more about the movie, and see how you can win a Gifted prize pack!
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
How to Make Rainbow Rice Sensory Bins
Sensory bins are one of the best things about childhood. What better way than to promote creative play and independent discovery? There are some amazing ideas for sensory tables/bins all over Pinterest, and when The Jersey Momma's Boy was about 2 or 3, I would change up the sensory bins every few weeks for him. He's a little too old for them now, but he still enjoys playing with the rainbow rice. Because, well, let's face it, it's cool. Rainbow rice is perfect for St. Patrick's Day or any old time of year. And don't worry, it's not as hard to make as you think!
Tuesday, March 14, 2017
Build a Better Easter Basket: Egg Filling Ideas, Gifts and More!
Coming up with ideas for your child's Easter basket can be challenging. Sounds silly, but it's true. The Easter Bunny needs to step up his game year after year! So I thought I'd search around for some fun finds to help you build a better Easter basket this year. Take a look at what I've come up with!
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Friday, March 10, 2017
Make Your Own Peeps Houses: More Fun with Peeps
Thursday, March 9, 2017
St. Patrick's Day Crafts: Simple Shamrock Angels
Here's a quick and easy St. Patrick's Day craft that anyone can do. I used to make these paper shamrock angels (also called Leprechaun Angels!) in my classroom and they looked so cute 'flying' around the windows. They don't take much time and you don't need many supplies.
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
Make Your Own Smurfs Village Recipe - Plus, Smurfs: The Lost Village Movie Giveaway Fun!
I grew up watching The Smurfs in the 1980's, so I'm excited about the new Smurfs movie by Sony Pictures opening April 7th nationwide. Smurfs: The Lost Village promises to be a smurfin' good time for the whole family! Read on to hear more about the film, and see my recipe for your very own edible Smurfs village. But wait, there's more! Enter to win your very own SMURFS SWAG! Cool, right? Your Smurfs Swag will include lots of cool goodies from the movie, including a t-shirt, bookmark, planter, activity pages, and tattoos. Read on and don't miss the fun!
Monday, March 6, 2017
How to Make Rainbow Cupcakes: A DIY Tutorial
If you're wondering how to make rainbow cupcakes, you've come to the right place! I've been experimenting with this for a while now and I think I've finally come up with the best combinations of colors and methods. It's not as hard as you think!
Saturday, March 4, 2017
10 Fun Spring Day Trips in New Jersey (Pennsylvania and New York, too!)
What are the best Spring Day Trips to take in New Jersey? Some of them might be right around the corner from where you live! Check out this list of the best places to visit in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York during the Spring season, and get outdoors!
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
RAK Rabbit: A Random Acts of Kindness Review and Giveaway!
If you're looking for ways to spread Random Acts of Kindness, look no further! While visiting Toy Fair New York last month, I came across this adorable little bunny named RAK Rabbit. Isn't he cute? He has such a wonderful message to share, and he can help your children spread Random Acts of Kindness! Read on to learn more about him, and see how you can win a RAK Rabbit of your very own!
Tuesday, February 28, 2017
Easy Dr. Seuss Inspired Cupcakes for Read Across America Day
If you need easy, quick cupcakes for Read Across America Day or a Dr. Seuss inspired theme party, I've got just the recipe for you! Do they remind you of Thing 1 and Thing 2? I hope so!
Duck Donuts is Now Open in Green Brook, NJ!
I can't even begin to tell you how excited I am that Duck Donuts is finally here in Central New Jersey! You might have heard of them before (there are two other locations in New Jersey, including Avalon and Middletown), but this Duck Donuts is a first for Green Brook. Duck Donuts promises to deliver fresh, hot donuts in a family friendly atmosphere.
Monday, February 27, 2017
Dr. Seuss Day Games for Read Across America: Yertle the Turtle Stacking Game
Looking for a fun Dr. Seuss game to play for your Read Across America celebration? This one involves the book, Yertle the Turtle, one of our favorite Dr. Seuss stories. It's a fun stacking game for any age! If you're not too keen on making the game yourself, then scroll to the end of the post for a short cut!
Saturday, February 25, 2017
DIY Upcycled Starry Night Luminaries
Being a member of the Chick-fil-A Moms Panel has been quite an adventure! Last month they asked us to create a cell phone coop to encourage family dinner time. This month, they asked us to try their delicious chicken tortilla soup, then upcycle the container into something useful. I love these little containers and I usually save ones like it for Lego construction (you need a place to put those pieces as you build, after all). But I wanted to make something really unique with this one. Thanks to an unusually warm February evening full of stars here in New Jersey, this idea popped into my head.
Thursday, February 23, 2017
Dr. Seuss Party Games for Read Across America: Easy Ring Toss
Each year I search for fun games to play during our Dr. Seuss Read Across America party. You might have read about my Yertle the Turtle Stacking Game, remember? This year I threw together a character ring toss. Draw or print out your images and then stick them on colored cones (I used clear packing tape). A few rings and you're good to go!
Monday, February 20, 2017
15 Fun Finds from Toy Fair 2017
Toy Fair New York was everything I dreamed of and more. I walked through oceans of adorable stuffed animals and hugged life-sized versions of my favorite characters. I saw stickers, toys, electronics, educational games, collectibles and prototypes. I learned so much about the world of toys! So what should I do with all of this new and wonderful information? Share it with you, of course!! Here are 15 of the coolest, most awesome finds from Toy Fair 2017.
Friday, February 17, 2017
Make Your Own Spin Art T-Shirts (Great for Field Day!)
You might have seen my post about creating your own Spin Art, and just how easy it really is. One of the other things I like about the whole project is that it's portable, so you can literally do your spin art anywhere! That came in super handy when I decided to make our own Spin Art t-shirts for an upcoming event at my son's school.
Wednesday, February 15, 2017
Minecraft Projects for Kids: DIY Minecraft Shrinky Dinks
The Jersey Momma's Boy could play Minecraft for hours if I let him. I'm a gamer, too, and I really like Minecraft, but I have my limits! I recently lured him away from the screen with a hands-on Minecraft activity. Do it Yourself Minecraft Shrinky Dinks! What's more enticing than that??
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Saturday, February 11, 2017
Easy Oreo Penguin Cookies for Valentine's Day!
I didn't plan my Valentine's Day dessert menu very well this year. Valentine's Day is only a few days away and I don't have the energy to whip up a cool cake or cupcakes at the last minute. But these simple Oreo penguin cookies were easy enough, and they sure do look cute on a plate!
Thursday, February 2, 2017
DIY Valentine Milk Jug Card Carrier: Valentine's Day Crafts for Kids
One of my favorite holidays to celebrate as a teacher was Valentine's Day. I used to have my students make adorable teddy bear card holders so that they had a place to put their cards and an easy way to bring them home. Plus, this was a project they could easily do in school (or even at home) without much mess or hassle. They look adorable all lined up and can hold a large number of valentines and trinkets. Here's an easy tutorial on how to make them. And scroll below for free pdf printables of the bear and heart patterns!
Tuesday, January 31, 2017
Easy Three Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip Recipe
If you're looking for a quick and easy dip for Super Bowl or any time of year, check out this yummy three ingredient chili cheese dip! It is one of the best dip recipes around, and SO SIMPLE to make. You need three (yes, three!) key ingredients, and some Tostitos. That's IT!! I try to always keep these ingredients on hand in case I need a dip for guests or parties. So here it is...behold! The Chili Cheese Dip Recipe!
Monday, January 30, 2017
A Review of The Other Tales: Adventure Escape Rooms in New Jersey
Have you ever heard of Escape Rooms? Although it sounds like something to be frightened of, they've been all the rage in Europe for years, and are gaining popularity in our country at a rapid pace. So, what is an Escape Room? Do you really get locked in? Is it scary? Is it difficult? What if you don't escape? Relax, people, I've got you covered! Come with me as I visit The Other Tales Escape Rooms in Hawthorne, New Jersey, a family-friendly adventure room that is sure to leave you smiling. I'll do my best to explain the concept of escape rooms and The Other Tales without giving too much away (no spoilers, I swear!).
Friday, January 27, 2017
Free Home Depot Workshops for Kids!
A few weeks ago I posted a link on my Facebook page to the latest Home Depot Workshop for kids. Home Depot's workshops are completely free. I mean, really, I've said it before and I will say it again- ya can't beat free!!! *Note, Lowe's Home Improvement Stores also offered these workshops for kids but ceased offering them in December of 2016. Boo, Lowe's! Read on for links to Home Depot's fabulous workshops and what you'll experience there.
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Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Minecraft Books for Kids : Inspiring Reluctant Readers
Minecraft has truly taken the world by storm, and there's no better way to inspire young readers than with subjects they love. But if you search any book site for Minecraft fiction, your choices are a bit overwhelming! So I've narrowed down some of the best Minecraft series we've read so far (and believe me, we've read many over here). I've also included Amazon affiliate links throughout, in case you'd like to purchase some of them yourself (you can read about my affiliate connection on my disclosure page). If you like this post, you can also read my other reviews, More Minecraft Books for Kids: Diary of a Minecraft Zombie and Minecraft Comics for Kids.
Saturday, January 21, 2017
Empowering Girls Through Reading: Penny Powers and the Work of Charles C. Dowd
It's a little disheartening to see how many princess and fairy books there are in the world. Don't get me wrong, I like princesses and fairies, but sometimes a girl just needs a change- something bigger, something inspiring. As a former teacher and current momma, I know how important it is to empower girls these days (and boys, too- check out my post on inspiring boys to read). That's why I was so happy to come across the work of Charles C. Dowd.
Friday, January 20, 2017
New Jersey's Best Birthday Party Locations and Interactive Party Map
If you're looking for a kid's birthday party venue and you don't know where to start, relax, The Jersey Momma is here to help! I've joined forces with a fabulous Pennsylvania blog called Been There Done That With Kids to bring you a map of the best locations for birthday parties in the tri-state area. I've also chatted with oodles of local parents to get some advice and suggestions about these venues, so toss some confetti and rest easy, this party is going to be a piece of cake!
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
Valentine's Day Party Ideas for Kids: Games, Food and Fun!
Looking for some fun Valentine's Day games and food? What do you think about throwing an impromptu Valentine's Day party? I'm sure the thought is causing collective gripes and sighs from moms everywhere, but hear me out. What if the games were quick and easy? What if the food was simple? Let's give it a try! And if you don't want to throw a party, these games and snacks are great on their own, too. They're perfect for the classroom or just plain indoor fun.
Monday, January 16, 2017
Let's Visit Rizzo's Wildlife World in Flanders, NJ
Rizzo's Reptiles is a well-known name in the parenting community. So many families have enjoyed seeing Rizzo's reptile show at birthday parties, libraries and scouting events. But now Rizzo's has expanded their passion and opened a brand new education center in Flanders, New Jersey! Rizzo's Wildlife World is sure to please the nature-lover in your home. Check out what they have to offer!
Sunday, January 15, 2017
DIY Cell Phone Coop : The No Cell Phone Challenge!
Have you heard of the cell phone family challenge? It originated at a Chick-fil-A restaurant in Georgia, where franchise owner Brad Williams noticed how many of his customers were talking or playing on their cell phones instead of engaging with one another during meals. So he created the 'cell phone coop,' where guests could store their cell phones while they enjoyed their food (and each other). It's a great way to get families to interact again, and an encouraging way to disconnect from smart phones and tablets, at least for a little while. Check out the cell phone coop we created for our devices here at home!
Friday, January 13, 2017
Why Your Classroom Needs a Magic Sticker Box
If you've read the About Me section of this site, then you know I used to be an elementary school teacher. And I loved my classroom. It was like my second home and I filled it with as many fun things as I could, for my students and for myself (I am still a kid at heart, you know). A friend of mine recently mentioned how much her 8 year old boys love stickers as incentives, and it made me remember my Magic Sticker Box. Do you have a Magic Sticker Box at home or in your classroom? If you don't, let me show you how easy it is to make one, and why you need to have one!
Monday, January 9, 2017
Fun Educational Apps for Kids
People are always asking me for app recommendations. In fact, I often ask friends for app recommendations, too! I think you get the best info from the people you know and trust, after all. Anyway, here are some fun educational apps that we enjoy. I have other app recommendations, too, but I'll start with the educational ones so that this blog entry doesn't become a novel (The Jersey Momma is a gamer, too, don'tcha know!). Oh, and just a disclaimer, this is NOT a sponsored post! These are just apps I love that I'm sharing with you because I care.
Monday, January 2, 2017
Winter Boredom Busters for Kids
Winter can be so much fun for kids, but it can also get boring pretty quickly, especially on sub-zero days when you literally can't go outside. So I've compiled some ideas for indoor winter fun (that don't take too much planning or effort). Think Spring!
Sunday, January 1, 2017
Easy Overnight Stuffed French Toast
If you're looking for an easy stuffed french toast recipe, look no further! This is a recipe that I make every Christmas Eve to enjoy Christmas morning, but it's good any time of year and tastes amazing. Plus it's easy, easy, easy! You know I'm all about the ease.
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The art of storytelling is extremely close to being a lost art in the Hip Hop realm. You probably can count on one hand how many rappers past and present that mastered that part of the craft. (Slick Rick, Eminem, Black Rob, Kendrick Lamar, Andre 3000). It's a part of the craft that if you can either become good at it, or master it, you will gain the respect of your peers and fans. It's also another weapon in your arsenal. It's a win/win situation no matter how you look at it. TyShawn Dion shows that he is pretty damn good at it with his new release "Humble Pie". It's a story that is well woven over a xylophone and harp heavy produced track. The great part of this record is TyShawn's attention to detail as he talks about his final fuck up in the relationship. "And if my Mama was to tell it, oh that ghost fine, but this gonna haunt you TyShawn. Why? Because can't a damn thing change a battered woman scorn. She was good, but now she's gone. Might fuck your friend to this song", he rhymes on the last bars of the song. The former DI Football star may have found another world to be great it.
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Collection - The Robot Restaurant, Tokyo
Probably the most incredible robot-cabaret-skin show on the planet - tokyo style!
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From serious business to campy classics, a look at the long-spanning film career of Kinji Fukasaku--in trailer form.
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Visit to Grand Bassin in Mauritius
This is another series of photos covering some activities in Mauritius on the recent trip in November. This the swami's visit to the sacred Grand Bassin area in center of the island to research Innersearch 2013 pilgrimage.
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Path to Siva, Lesson 22(April 27,2017)
"The essence of the soul is Pure Consciousness and Absolute Reality." There are three bodies, shariras, five sheaths, koshas, an inner and an outer aura. The chakras are windows of consciousness. We can find That which has never changed, then we're deep within the soul. That's a good place to look for Parasiva.
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The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
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For transfers, guests must contact the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
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Deposit: AUD 100 per night
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Onsite credit card charges are subject to an extra charge
Valet parking costs AUD 58 per night with in/out privileges
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 95 per night
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of AUD 42 per person (approximately)
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of AUD 120 per vehicle (one way)
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Really not up to standard there are better hotels in the area this is my last time there unless there is a refurb as it's well overdue. The food is also well below par good views but thats really were it starts and ends should be angry but just dissapointed to be honest so much potential wasted.
Bad service and downgraded my room due to no room available.and service very bad compaire to last time staying thete 2 months ago
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Listed in The Michelin Guide and The Good Food Guide 2016, the rustic Market Bistro in King's Lynn showcases the best of Norfolk's local produce. From Cromer crabs and Brancaster mussels to its own freshly baked bread, Market Bistro offers regional and seasonal specialities, as well as a high-quality children's menu and exquisite wine.
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We both had an exceptional evening.My partner had the Chicken parfait followed by the beef,and I had the crab for starter and also the beef.We also recieved some accompaniments which were excellent along with the service..We couldn't fault anything
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President Obama has been under fire for the oil spill that occurred on his watch, some claims more legitimate than others. While people can debate endlessly about the proper tone Obama should be taking with BP and the American People, criticisms that span the broad range of human emotions: "he needs to get angry," "he's too paternal," "I need a father figure," there are some important points that get lost in the mix.
The first is that Obama, as he said, "cannot swim down there and plug the hole." There is little reason to believe that further nationalizing the problem would expedite attempts to stop the leak. Firstly, BP has ever incentive to plug the hole; claims that they are kicking the can down the road are ridicules. The longer the oil spews the more BP's stock and public's opinion of the company plummets. Secondly, what would lead anyone to believe the government knows anything about drilling oil a mile under water.
If the government cannot stop the leak, the next best thing Obama can do is help clean it up. Here the Administration faltered. What if I told you that foreign ships, adept at cleaning up spilled oil, were offering to help in the US efforts off the Gulf, but the President wouldn't let them. According to an early 20th century law, the Merchant Marine Act of 1920 (the Jones Act), "all goods shipped between U.S. ports must be transported in U.S.-built, U.S. owned and U.S. manned ships."
This strangle law has worked against US interests before, most recently during Hurricane Katrina, which led Bush to temporarily waive the act. Obama's refusal to waive the Jones Act has needlessly caused more oil to leak into the Gulf.
Stephen Horowitz offers his opinion about why Obama won't budge from the Jones Act.
"Who is benefiting from this law's enforcement? One major beneficiary is organized labor. Ships that meet the requirements of the Jones Act are crewed by unionized labor and granting waivers to it would bring lower-wage labor into competition with those nice union jobs, potentially threatening them. One theory is that President Obama does not want to risk alienating the labor vote by waiving the Jones Act even for a short period of time. President Bush had no such concerns as labor wasn't going to vote for him anyway."
Good to know that instead of actually helping the people of the Gulf Obama is using this tragedy to appease a frustrated interest group and advocate for an energy tax.
Wading through all the mud slung at Obama can be difficult. Adherence to the Jones Act is a criticism that sticks.
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Norquist: Trump Plan Will Turbocharge the Economy
Posted by ATR on Wednesday, April 26th, 2017, 3:17 PM PERMALINK
Today ATR President Grover Norquist issued the following statement in praise of President Trump's tax reform announcement:
"President Trump has re-energized the drive for fundamental tax reform that creates growth and jobs. The plan cuts taxes for businesses and individuals and simplifies the code so Americans can file on a postcard. Reducing taxes on all businesses down to 15% will turbocharge the economy.
The Trump administration has made it clear that spending on infrastructure will be kept separate from tax reform. This will allow tax reform to lower tax rates, abolish the Death Tax, and move to a territorial tax system that will allow us to compete internationally."
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ATR Supports USA Act of 2017 to Stop Unauthorized Spending
Posted by Natalie De Vincenzi on Wednesday, April 26th, 2017, 3:00 PM PERMALINK Follow @natalievod
Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Wash.) today introduced the Unauthorized Spending Account (USA) Act of 2017, legislation designed to restore Congressional authority over the power of the purse by ensuring all federal programs are properly authorized.
As it stands, unauthorized spending programs make up nearly 30 percent of the government's discretionary budget. The USA Act will put a stop to this trend by subjecting all unauthorized programs to be subject to a sunset schedule. Additionally, this bill would establish a commission to conduct oversight and create the reauthorization schedule.
The USA Act would restore Congressional authority and ensure that Congress conducts oversight on programs that may no longer be necessary, but still come at a cost to taxpayers. ATR supports this important legislation and encourages all members of Congress to support and co-sponsor the USA Act. Please read the letter here or below.
April 26, 2017
The Honorable Cathy McMorris Rodgers
United States House of Representatives
1314 Longworth House Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20515
Dear Congresswoman McMorris Rodgers,
I write in support of the "Unauthorized Spending Accountability" (USA) Act, legislation that implements several reforms designed to restore Congressional authority over the power of the purse by ensuring all programs are properly authorized.
At present, unauthorized federal programs make up $310 billion, or nearly 30 percent of the government's discretionary budget. This includes important programs at the State Department, the Department of Justice, and the Department of Veterans Affairs. For years, Congress has ceded its authority to fund these programs and they are rolled over each year with little scrutiny or oversight.
The USA Act fixes this problem by implementing several reforms.
First, this legislation subjects all existing unauthorized programs to a three-year sunset schedule. In year one, programs receive just 90 percent of funding and in years two and three, programs receive 85 percent before sun setting after year three. This gives lawmakers a chance to reauthorize important programs before they sunset.
Second, the USA Act establishes the "Spending Accountability Commission" (SAC), to establish authorization schedules for all discretionary programs, conduct rigorous oversight over discretionary spending, and suggest areas to cut. To ensure Congress does not resume bad habits, the commission is required to establish a three year reauthorization schedule for federal programs funded by discretionary spending.
For too long, Congress has shied away from exerting its power of the purse when it comes to many spending programs. By overhauling Congressional authority over the power of the purse, this legislation will ensure lawmakers exert appropriate scrutiny over hundreds of billions in unauthorized spending.
ATR supports this important legislation and encourages all members of Congress to support and co-sponsor the USA Act.
Grover G. Norquist
President, Americans for Tax Reform
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Norquist Statement in Praise of Trump Tax Reform Announcement
Posted by Americans for Tax Reform on Wednesday, April 26th, 2017, 12:31 PM PERMALINK
Today ATR President Grover Norquist issued the following statement in praise of President Trump's tax reform announcement:
"President Trump has re-energized the drive for fundamental tax reform that creates growth and jobs. The plan cuts taxes for businesses and individuals and simplifies the code so Americans can file on a postcard. Reducing taxes on all businesses down to 15% will turbocharge the economy.
The Trump administration has made it clear that spending on infrastructure will be kept separate from tax reform. This will allow tax reform to lower tax rates, abolish the Death Tax, and move to a territorial tax system that will allow us to compete internationally."
Senate Should Confirm Alexander Acosta as Secretary of Labor
Posted by Justin Sykes on Tuesday, April 25th, 2017, 3:40 PM PERMALINK Follow @JustinDSykes
This week the Senate will vote on the confirmation of President Trump's nominee R. Alexander Acosta as Secretary of Labor. Mr. Acosta is a dedicated public servant who has spent his career handling complex legal issues and has a record of proven management and federal agency experience. Lawmakers in the upper chamber this week should vote to confirm Mr. Acosta as the next Secretary of the Department of Labor (DOL).
During President Obama's tenure the DOL issued a number of burdensome rules that threatened the U.S. economy and the livelihoods of millions of Americans. Since taking office President Trump has worked to reverse the DOL's heavy-handed approach under Obama by issuing a number of Executive Orders to give relief to the business community, as well as by nominating Mr. Acosta to lead DOL.
Mr. Acosta has committed to supporting Executive Orders put forth by President Trump, primarily Trump's order directing the DOL to review the Fiduciary Rule.
During a recent confirmation hearing before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, Acosta stated in regard to the fiduciary rule, "There is an executive action that directs how the Department of Labor will approach this rule. If I am confirmed as secretary of labor, I believe and support my following executive orders of the president."
Acosta's commitment to carry out Trump's Executive actions on the Fiduciary Rule would be a welcome relief for American's saving for retirement. As a result of the Rule, 7 million IRA holders could be disqualified from receiving investment advice, and the number of IRA's opened annually would be reduced by up to 400,000.
Thankfully Mr. Acosta could soon be in a position to stop the rush to implementation of the Fiduciary Rule, among other onerous DOL rules put forth under Obama.
The U.S. Senate has previously confirmed Mr. Acosta on three occasions with bipartisan support – once for the National Labor Relations Board, once as an Assistant Attorney General, and also as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Florida.
Lawmakers in the Senate this week should vote to confirm Mr. Acosta as the next Secretary of Labor. Acosta's credentials show he not only has the necessary experience but the ability to lead the DOL in a way that serves the Department's mission but does so in a way that foster's economic growth, instead of deterring growth through regulatory hurdles and bureaucratic red tape.
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Infrastructure Bill Provides Golden Opportunity for Ohio Legislature
Posted by Marc Dupont on Tuesday, April 25th, 2017, 2:05 PM PERMALINK
Today, the Ohio House's Committee on State and Local Government will hold a hearing on HB 121, legislation that would yield significant taxpayer savings by opening up competition for water infrastructure.
HB 121, if enacted, would save the state's taxpayers millions of dollars per year by lifting local laws that restrict which piping materials can be used for water infrastructure projects. As is the case in other states, a number of cities and counties throughout Ohio dictate what materials can be used, which results in higher costs for taxpayers across the Buckeye state.
According to the American Chemistry Council, the average cost to replace water pipes in a "closed competition" jurisdiction is $51.83 per foot. In a city like Columbus that utilizes such a system, these costs can amount to almost $300,000 per mile. Compare that with nearby Delaware County, which does not impose such restrictions and has a competitive market for pipe materials. Their capital costs are a modest $33.33 per foot, which saves taxpayers a whopping $97,680 per mile when stacked up against cities like Columbus. It is estimated that by ensuring open competition across the country through the lifting of local restrictions, the cost savings could add up to more than $317 billion nationally.
ATR sent the following letter to Ohio lawmakers urging them to support open competition and reduced costs by voting Yes on HB 121:
Dear Representative,
On behalf of Americans for Tax Reform and our supporters across Ohio, I urge you to support House Bill 121, legislation that would enable Ohio to rebuild its aging water infrastructure while reducing costs to taxpayers through open competition.
Arcane laws and procurement codes in many localities across the country, including Ohio, restrict the piping materials that can be used in water infrastructure projects, without consideration for project specifics. These restrictions prohibit the use of other materials that are longer lasting, better performing, and less costly to taxpayers. Such restrictions on piping materials represent classic protectionism, and another example of public policy that picks industry winners and losers.
In this case, the big losers from local closed competition statutes for water infrastructure are taxpayers, who are forced to pay the heightened costs of lower-performing piping materials whose use is mandated. Enactment of HB 121 would fix this problem by opening competition to all piping materials, which would yield significant taxpayer savings.
Take Franklin County, which has a closed competition policy on water infrastructure, compared to Delaware County. Delaware County, unlike Franklin, allows for open competition. As a result, the average per mile cost of water infrastructure piping in open competition Delaware County is $97,680 less than closed competition Franklin County. Those are real taxpayer savings.
HB 121 is a free market, pro-taxpayer reform that deserves your support. ATR will be educating your constituents and all Ohio taxpayers as to how lawmakers in Columbus vote on HB 121, and other important fiscal and economic matters throughout the legislative session. Please look to ATR to as a resource on tax, budget, and other policy matters pending before you.
Grover G. Norquist
Americans for Tax Reform
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IRS Data Breach Allows Hackers to Steal $30 Million from Taxpayers
Posted by Elizabeth McKee on Tuesday, April 25th, 2017, 1:23 PM PERMALINK
IRS Commissioner Josh Koskinen testified before the Senate Finance Committee that a breach in the IRS Data Retrieval Tool (DRT) has allowed hackers to gain access to the personal information of 100,000 students, who use the tool to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Identity thieves used this information to fill out fraudulent tax returns and steal an estimated $30 million from the U.S. government.
The tool works by importing students' and families' tax information - such as Adjusted Gross Income - directly from the IRS to their FAFSA application. The Data Retrieval Tool was popular among students, who used it to save time in applying for financial aid and student loans. It turns out that hackers were also fans of the online service; they could use fairly basic personal information to begin FAFSA applications in the guise of students. The DRT would then provide hackers with confidential tax information, which they could use to file fraudulent tax returns and steal money from American taxpayers.
Senator Orrin Hatch questioned Koskinen on why the IRS waited so long to take down the compromised Data Retrieval Tool. According to Koskinen, the IRS realized that the DRT may jeopardize taxpayer information, and therefore disabled the tool in order to address security concerns. However, most of the fraudulent tax returns in question were filed in January - months after the IRS realized the tool posed a security risk. Koskinen says he was alerted to the problem in September, but students continued to use the tool until it was taken down in March.
In 2015, as many as 17 million students had the option of using the Data Retrieval Tool to fill out their financial aid applications. This year, the IRS flagged 100,000 tax return applications that may have come from hackers who made of the DRT, although Koskinen says "that number may grow." Of the 100,000 students whose information may have been stolen, the IRS has notified 35,000.
The exploitation of the Data Retrieval Tool is far from the only security breach that taxpayers need to worry about. Under Koskinen, the IRS has repeatedly failed to protect taxpayer information; in one breach in 2016, as many as 600,000 taxpayer accounts were jeopardized. The Government Accountability Office released a report accusing the agency of "significant deficiency" when it comes to protecting taxpayer data.
Koskinen, though, does not seem to be concerned about the IRS's systematic failure to protect taxpayer information. "Fortunately, we were at the front end of this problem," he testified. "We've been monitoring it. We have other areas we're monitoring. We're trying to anticipate where the criminals will attack next."
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Coalition Urges Congress to Rein in FDA's Overreach as Part of FY17 Spending Package
Posted by Paul Blair on Monday, April 24th, 2017, 7:22 PM PERMALINK Follow @gopaulblair
Today, in a letter to GOP leadership in the House and Senate, as well as the Appropriations Chairman, Americans for Tax Reform and thirteen other free market groups urged Congress to rein in the Food and Drug Administration's May 2016 "Deeming Rule" as part of the FY17 appropriations package. Without immediate action, rules imposed by President Obama's FDA on an expanded list of "tobacco products" will force thousands of new businesses to close their doors by August of 2018.
As a result of the Rule, which redefined tobacco products subject to regulations imposed by the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act (TCA), every manufacturer of tobacco-free vapor products - large and small - will have to submit what is called a Pre-Market Tobacco Application (PMTA), retroactive and burdensome pre-approval process designed to prevent new products from hitting the market. This will harm public health, stifle innovation, and kill jobs.
Below is the letter, which can also be read here.
We, the undersigned organizations, urge you to provide regulatory relief from the Food and Drug Administration's May 2016 "Deeming Rule" as part of the final FY17 omnibus appropriations package. Without a modernization of a provision of the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act (TCA), the Deeming Rule will kill tens of thousands of jobs in an industry that is helping many American smokers transition to lower risk alternatives to combustible cigarettes.
Language and legislation sponsored by Congressmen Tom Cole (R-Okla.) and Sanford Bishop (D-Ga.) modernizes the "predicate date" for newly deemed products, providing urgent relief to small businesses from an onerous and retroactive pre-approval process imposed by last year's Rule. House Resolution 1136 and the Cole-Bishop Amendment to the current FY17 Agriculture Bill would provide additional substantive protections for adult consumers without preventing the FDA from imposing more appropriate regulations for the product category in the future.
Congressional action is necessary to prevent the loss of tens of thousands of jobs created in the last four years. Most of these jobs are the result of domestic manufacturing and new retailers that are providing smokers with potentially effective smoking cessation and/or harm reduction choices that were not available ten years ago.
The Deeming Rule requires new products that did not exist on or before February 15, 2007 – the predicate date – to undergo a burdensome pre-market review process that achieves little in the way of protecting public health at a very high cost. The FDA's own estimates found that the cost of completing and submitting the required Pre-Market Tobacco Application (PMTA) would exceed $300,000 per product and take at least 500 hours of time per application. At present, the deadline for the submission of PMTAs for each product manufactured in the United States is August 8, 2018.
There are tens of thousands of vapor products that would have to be processed by the FDA and the Center for Tobacco Products in the months following August of next year, a nightmare for the agencies and small businesses involved. That is, if businesses could even afford an attempt at compliance. Estimates from the startup industry suggest 99% of all businesses would be wiped out unless Congress moves soon to rein in the Deeming Rule's burdensome barriers to approval for new products.
This onerous process required of every single vapor product on the market today was one that every single manufacturer of cigarettes in the U.S. avoided when the TCA was signed into law. Even if businesses could afford this investment, however, the process is designed to end in failure. Many small businesses produce hundreds of these products and would be forced to close their doors as a result of this retroactive federal rule.
In his confirmation hearing as FDA Commissioner two weeks ago, Dr. Scott Gottlieb concluded, "There should be reduced harm products available to consumers to transition them off of combustible cigarettes." Dr. Gottlieb recognizes what numerous international health agencies and bodies have – that vapor products are substantially less harmful than cigarettes and should be embraced by the government as low-risk alternatives for smokers. Without a statutory change to TCA by Congress, however, these tens of thousands of smoking cessation products will be illegal in August of next year.
Time is of the essence for many of these businesses, which cannot afford to wait for an administrative delay in deadlines or delayed Congressional action on the 2016 Deeming Rule. The millions of consumers who currently rely on these products as less harmful alternatives to smoking need your help today.
The Cole-Bishop Amendment and House Resolution 1136 would not weaken the TCA or the ability of the FDA to impose additional product standards or regulations on new products in the future. That is precisely why the efforts are bipartisan, because there is recognition that while regulations that protect consumers are important, the Rule imposed burdens that neither protect consumers, nor acknowledge that the consequence will be the new industry's demise.
The inclusion of the Cole-Bishop Amendment, as it passed the House Appropriations Committee, will provide significant regulatory certainty to tens of thousands of small businesses in the United States. We encourage Congress to adopt the language into the final FY17 omnibus budget.
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ATR Joins Coalition Urging Congress to Hault DOL Fiduciary Rule
Posted by Justin Sykes on Monday, April 24th, 2017, 2:56 PM PERMALINK Follow @JustinDSykes
Americans for Tax Reform this week joined a coalition of free market organizations urging Congressional lawmakers to quickly act to stop the pending implementation of the Department of Labor's (DOL) Fiduciary Rule.
The Fiduciary Rule, put forth by the DOL under President Obama, would greatly reduce the ability of financial advisors to give advice to IRA and 401(k) holders, essentially putting the federal government between Americans and their retirement savings decisions. Estimates show the Rule could disqualify up to 7 million IRA holders from investment advice, and reduce the number of IRAs opened annually by up to 400,000.
The coalition letter outlines three affirmative steps Congress should take to stop the Fiduciary Rule from taking effect before a thorough examination, as ordered by President Trump this year, is completed.
First, the Senate should confirm President Trump's nominee to lead DOL, Alexander Acosta, who can stop the rush to implementation. Second, any omnibus spending package to fund the government for the next fiscal year should include a policy rider denying funding to DOL for implementation of the Rule. Third, Congress should work toward revising the Rule or overturning it entirely.
The full coalition letter can be found here.
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ATR Urges Texas Lawmakers to Support Paycheck Protection Legislation
Posted by Patrick Gleason on Monday, April 24th, 2017, 11:16 AM PERMALINK
Texas is widely seen as a bastion of conservative and free market policies and governance. However, while Texas is a Right to Work state, it does not have a Paycheck Protection law on the books. As a result, state agencies and municipalities across the Lone Star State relieve government worker union bosses of dues collection responsibilities and take care of that for them using taxpayer resources.
Money the state automatically takes from worker paychecks and hands to union bosses is then used to support anti-business, anti-taxpayer policies and candidates. Today ATR president Grover Norquist sent the following letter to Texas state representatives, urging them to vote Yes on legislation already approved by the state senate that would put an end to this misuses of scarce taxpayer resources:
To: Members of the Texas House of Representatives
From: Americans for Tax Reform
Re: Paycheck Protection Legislation
Dear Representative,
On behalf of Americans for Tax Reform (ATR) and our supporters across Texas, I urge you to support and vote Yes on Senate Bill 13, legislation approved by the Senate, and House Bill 510, legislation introduced by Rep. Sarah Davis. This pro-worker legislation, if enacted, would end automatic government deduction of union dues from public employee paychecks.
It is a completely inappropriate use of taxpayer resources to have state agencies and municipalities serving as the money bagmen for unions, but that is the current practice in the Lone Star State, a fact whose revelation surprises many who otherwise view Texas as a bastion of pro-business policies. The question comes down to whether lawmakers think the state should be in the business of using taxpayer resources to collect political money for government unions. Lawmakers who think that is an improper function of government and use of taxpayer resources can put a stop to it by voting Yes on SB 13/HB 510.
Despite what opponents of this legislation have incorrectly alleged, SB 13/HB 510 would not affect the right to organize and join a union; the legislation would simply require union bosses to collect their dues from workers voluntarily, as opposed to the current practice of having state agencies and municipalities collect it for them. If unions are providing a valuable service to workers, then they will have no problem convincing workers that they should join and pay dues voluntarily without automatic state confiscation. However, research indicates that without proper safeguards, many workers are forced to give up hard earned wages against their will.
A study by the Heritage Foundation found states that passed paycheck protection laws like SB 13 & HB 510 saw union spending on political campaigns and activities fall by an average by 50% after such laws were enacted. In Washington State, the Washington Education Association saw the number of members donating to the political activity fund drop from 82% to 11% following the implementation of Washington's paycheck protection law in 1992. This underscores the fact that often the goals of the union leadership do not reflect the priorities of workers.
One of the more egregious aspects of automatic confiscation of union dues from government worker paychecks in Texas is fact that money the state collects for union bosses is in turn funneled to candidates and lobbyists who advance and advocate anti-business, anti-taxpayer policies. Enactment of SB 13 or HB 510 would put an end to this racket. As such, ATR urges you to vote Yes on SB 13 and HB 510. ATR will be educating your constituents and all Texas taxpayers as to how lawmakers in Austin vote on this and other important fiscal and economic matters throughout the legislative session.
Grover G. Norquist
Americans for Tax Reform
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ATR Supports H.J. Res. 73 and S.J. Res. 19 Repealing CFPB's Prepaid Card Rules
Posted by Daniel Uzi Frydman on Monday, April 24th, 2017, 9:50 AM PERMALINK
Americans for Tax Reform (ATR) President Grover Norquist this week sent a letter to Congressional lawmakers urging support for Representative Roger Williams' H.J. Res. 73 and Senator David Perdue's S.J. Res. 19.
Both resolutions would use the Congressional Review Act to block the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) rules on prepaid debit cards, put forth at the end of 2016 and set to go into effect April of 2018. The CFPB's prepaid card rule would deprive American financial consumers of access to banking services and perpetuate the regressive impacts of Dodd-Frank.
Below is the text of the letter to Congress, which can also be found here.
April 24, 2017
The Honorable Paul Ryan
U.S. House of Representatives
Washington, DC 20515
The Honorable Mitch McConnell
Majority Leader
U.S. Senate
Washington, DC 20510
Dear Speaker Ryan and Majority Leader McConnell:
On behalf of Americans for Tax Reform (ATR) I write to express ATR's strong support for using the Congressional Review Act to repeal the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) rule on prepaid debit cards.
Issued in the fall of 2016 and set to go into effect April of 2018, the CFPB's rule on prepaid debit cards would actually harm the same financial consumers the Bureau sought to protect in issuing the rule. Millions of American consumers use and rely on prepaid cards, yet if the CFPB's rule is allowed to proceed those millions of consumers will be deprived of access to needed banking services.
As a result of the Dodd-Frank Act, many banks no longer offer free checking accounts or have alternatively either increased fees or required higher minimum balances for maintaining free checking accounts. This has had the effect of pushing many financial consumers out of the traditional banking system and led to millions of Americans becoming "unbanked." The CFPB's rule would only increase this regressive trend, impacting primarily low-income consumers.
A report from the Pew Charitable Trusts found that of an estimated 23 million consumers using prepaid cards, a quarter of those were low-income Americans, with a third having annual income below $15,000. Prepaid cards have increased in popularity in recent years, with the amount placed on prepaid cards growing from $1 billion in 2003 to a projected $112 billion for 2018.
This is due in part to the fact that for consumers that can no longer afford traditional banking services, prepaid cards are a more affordable option than traditional debit cards linked to checking accounts. The CFPB's rule will in turn have a disparate impact on low-income financial consumers and as a result further increase the number of unbanked Americans.
Thankfully, Representative Roger Williams and Senator David Perdue have introduced joint resolutions of disapproval of the CFPB's rule under the Congressional Review Act. H.J. Res. 73 in the House and S.J. Res. 19 in the Senate would repeal the CFPB's costly and regressive prepaid debit card rule.
I urge you and your colleagues in Congress to support both H.J. Res. 73 and S.J. Res. 19 and use the authority granted under the Congressional Review Act to protect American consumers and preserve choice in financial products by repealing the CFPB's rule on prepaid debit cards.
Grover G. Norquist
Americans for Tax Reform
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