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         <title>Joint Letter From Governors Christie, Cuomo and Malloy to Members of Congress</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121228c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and Connecticut Governor Dannel P. Malloy released the following joint letter to all members of Congress, urging them to take swift action to pass the comprehensive federal aid package to assist the states impacted by Hurricane Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Statement From Governors Christie and Cuomo on Senate Passage of Disaster Assistance Package</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121228b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today released the following statement on the Senate&#39;s passage of Hurricane Sandy disaster assistance legislation and the need for swift, bipartisan action on the aid package by the House of Representatives:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of General Norman Schwarzkopf</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121228a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Legendary Commander and Military Hero Born and Raised in New Jersey&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Takes Action on Pending Legislation</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121221f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today, Governor Chris Christie took action on the following legislation...&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: You&#39;re Not Going To Have Urban Renewal Without Quality Education</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121221e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Joyce&#39;s Story Is The Reason I Believe No Life Is Disposable</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121221d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Reclaiming Lives [pdf 60kB]</title>
         <link>http://nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20121221c.pdf </link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie Believes That No Life Is Disposable And Is Committed To Protecting And Caring For The Most Vulnerable Among Us&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Congress Needs To Get Their Act Together</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121221b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Pardons Piscataway Woman Who Lifted Herself Out of Life of Addiction and Crime</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121221a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Joyce Holman Turns Her Life Around to be a Role Model of Perseverance in Overcoming Substance Abuse&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Congress Can Return To Their Bickering After They Step Up And Help New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121220g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: The Spirit Of This State Is In Our Families</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121220f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Honors Victims of Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting with Moment of Silence Across New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121220e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie today signed Executive Order No. 122 for a statewide moment of silence at 9:30 a.m. tomorrow, Friday, December 21st.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>A Commitment To Recovery</title>
         <link>http://nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20121220c.pdf</link>
         <description>&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: left;&quot;&gt;Rebuilding New Jersey In The Wake Of Super Storm Sandy&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Visits Paterson-Based Oasis – A Haven for Women and Children During Season of Service</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121220c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;An Estimated 600 Women Receive Hot Meals and a Gift for Their Children&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Fallen Military Serviceman</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121220b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Missing Army Staff Sergeant&amp;rsquo;s Remains Found and Returned to Family in Ocean County for Burial&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
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         <title>Christie Administration Earmarks 1,000 Housing Vouchers for Residents Displaced by Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121220a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Almost $10 Million Will Be Made Available to Transition Families Into Permanent Housing&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Updated Christie Administration Officials Continue ‘Season of Service’</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121219d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;***PLEASE NOTE Addition of Thursday and Friday Events***&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 17 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Hosts 99th Town Hall in Belmar</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121219c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Christie Administration Officials Will Join Governor to Discuss Hurricane Sandy Recovery and Rebuilding Efforts&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Makes Historic Appointment of Martín Perez to Rutgers Board of Governors</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121219b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Lawyer, Education Advocate, and President of Latino Leadership Alliance Will Be Second Hispanic Seated on Rutgers Governing Board&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Today Is A Moment Where We Can Right A Wrong</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121219a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Christie Administration Announces Over $5 Million in FEMA Reimbursement to Brick and Freehold for Sandy-Related Emergency Costs</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121218b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie today announced that FEMA has approved over $5 million in reimbursements to the New Jersey towns of Brick and Freehold for costs related to work performed in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Christie Administration Announces Extension for New Jerseyans Affected by Hurricane Sandy to Register for Disaster Assistance</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121218a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Christie Administration today announced that New Jersey residents affected by Hurricane Sandy now have until January 30, 2013 to register for disaster assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title> Governor Chris Christie Files Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121217b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today, Governor Christie filed the following direct appointment with the Secretary of State&amp;rsquo;s Office.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 17 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title></title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121217a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;More Than 260 Families with High Uncovered Medical Expenses for Their Children Received Nearly $3.6 Million in Grants for First Half of 2013 Fiscal Year&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 17 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Healthcare</category>   
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         <title>Christie Administration Officials Continue ‘Season of Service’</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121216a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;This week, Christie Administration officials will continue to volunteer their time and highlight service opportunities as part of the second annual &amp;ldquo;Season of Service,&amp;rdquo; which began on Thanksgiving Eve . . .&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 17 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>First Lady Mary Pat Christie Continues Season of Service at Newark Family Resource Network</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121215a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Distributes Clothing and Toys to Families in Need&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 17 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Announces Partnership to Help Assess Small Business Needs and Deliver Impactful Relief </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121214c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Business Impact Review Conducted in Partnership with Industry will Assist Small Business Recovery&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff In Mourning of Victims of Connecticut School Shooting</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121214b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today, Governor Chris Christie signed the &lt;a href=&quot;http://nj.gov/infobank/circular/eocc119.pdf&quot;&gt;Executive Order No. 119&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Announces Federal Approval of Request for Reimbursement to Local Governments for Debris Removal Efforts on Private Property</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121213b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Acting to speed New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s recovery process and securing additional resources for local governments&amp;rsquo; debris removal efforts, the Christie Administration today announced that the federal government has approved its request for local governments to be reimbursed for debris removal conducted on private properties. . .&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>In Case You Missed It: &quot;This Is Not The Time For Partisanship Or Regional Isolationism&quot; </title>
         <link>http://www.nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20121213a.pdf</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&quot;As Congress works to put our nation&amp;rsquo;s fiscal house in order, its leaders and members should not leave Washington until they have fulfilled another of their critical obligations: to provide aid to the Northeast, a region facing unprecedented damage and devastation.  &amp;hellip;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Short-Term Memory [pdf 35kB]</title>
         <link>http://nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20121212b.pdf</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;One Year To The Day After Praising Robert Hanna&amp;rsquo;s Legal Credentials And The Judiciary Committee Unanimously Approving His Nomination, Chairman Nicholas Scutari Has Suddenly Never Heard Of Him&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Updated Christie Administration Officials Continue ‘Season of Service’</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121212a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Please Note: Addition of Tuesday and Friday Events&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Sitting On The Sidelines Is Not An Option</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121211a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Christie Administration Announces Comprehensive Temporary Housing Assistance for Storm-Displaced Residents</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121210e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Additional Fort Monmouth Housing Units and Mobile Homes Will Help Address Disaster Housing Needs&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>UPDATED Christie Administration Officials Continue ‘Season of Service’</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121210d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Please Note: Addition of Tuesday and Friday Events&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: I Am Willing To Be The One Who Reaches A Hand Out In Compromise First </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121210c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Supremely Qualified [pdf 45kB]</title>
         <link>http://nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20121210b.pdf </link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Exceptional Experience And Qualifications Of David Bauman And Robert Hanna Have Already Earned Them Unanimous Support From The New Jersey Senate&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Selects Well-Qualified Candidates for Supreme Court with Nomination of Robert Hanna and Judge David Bauman</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121210a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie today announced his selection of Robert Hanna, President of the Board of Public Utilities, and Judge David Bauman of the Superior Court of New Jersey, Monmouth County, two exceptionally qualified, accomplished individuals, for nomination to the positions of Associate Justice of the New Jersey Supreme Court.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Christie Administration Officials Continue ‘Season of Service’</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121209a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;This week, Christie Administration officials will continue to volunteer their time and highlight service opportunities as part of the second annual &quot;Season of Service,&quot; which began on Thanksgiving Eve with Governor Chris Christie, First Lady Mary Pat Christie, Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno and 21 Cabinet officials distributing Thanksgiving dinners to Hurricane Sandy victims at 19 Lowe&#39;s locations around the state.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Takes Action on Pending Legislation</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121207i.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie took action on the following legislation: ...&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Acts to Ensure School Districts Are Provided Comprehensive Information on Enrollment Eligibility Standards and Protections for Students</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121207g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Conditional Veto Goes Even Further to Ensure Better Compliance with the Law on Student Eligibility&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Great Teachers Matter</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121207f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Joint Statement of Governors Christie and Cuomo</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121207e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&amp;ldquo;During the past days and weeks, we have been working very closely with the President, administration officials and our respective congressional delegations to craft a supplemental appropriations request that meets the critical needs facing our states in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. &quot;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2012</pubDate>
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Assembles Gift Packages at Holiday Express in Tinton Falls During Season of Service</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121207d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Organization Provides Service, Support and Friendship to People in Need&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie On The Daily Show</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121207c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Christie Administration Announces Implementation of STEP Pilot Program to Provide Emergency Residential Repairs</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121207b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;FEMA Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power (STEP) Pilot Program to Provide Expedited Repairs to Allow Return to Homes and Prevent Additional Damage&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Statement From Governor Chris Christie on Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121207a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie issued the following statement today in honor of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2012</pubDate>
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         <title>Gobernador Christie somete veto condicional  al proyecto de ley de compensaci&amp;oacute;n de victimas de crimen para asegurar que los  fondos est&amp;eacute;n disponibles para las mismas v&amp;iacute;ctimas</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121206d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;El gobernador Chris Christie vet&amp;oacute; hoy en forma condicional la legislaci&amp;oacute;n que podr&amp;iacute;a haber redirigido la orden judicial de restituci&amp;oacute;n para las &amp;nbsp;personas que son v&amp;iacute;ctimas de delitos que no se presenten dentro de dos a&amp;ntilde;os para reclamar los fondos, declarando este proyecto de ley loable y bien intencionado, sin embargo err&amp;oacute;neo en su actual procedimiento.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Conditionally Vetoes Crime Compensation Bill to Ensure Funds Remain Available for Intended Crime Victims</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121206c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Chris Christie today conditionally vetoed legislation in order to re-enforce crime victim&amp;rsquo;s rights by ensuring that court-ordered restitution remains permanently available to be claimed by a victim or victim&amp;rsquo;s family without limitation and funded through the budget process.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Dec 2012</pubDate>
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         <title>Governor Christie Continues Prudent Approach to Federal Health Care Implementation with Veto of State-Run Exchange Legislation</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121206b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Veto Avoids Saddling State Taxpayers with Huge, Open-Ended Exchange Costs Without Comparative Details of Alternatives from the Federal Government&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Statement from Governor Chris Christie on Federal Approval of $10 Million in New Emergency Transportation Funds</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121206a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie today issued a statement welcoming $10 million in additional quick release emergency relief funds for New Jersey approved today by US Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Dec 2012</pubDate>
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         <title>Governor Kim Guadagno Announces $285,000 Grant to Support Salvation Army’s Perth Amboy Transitional Residence and Homeless Shelter</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121205a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Expansion and Safety Improvements Will Improve Living Conditions for Shelter&amp;rsquo;s Residents&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Christie Administration Officials Continue &#39;Season of Service&#39; </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121204b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;This week, Christie Administration officials will continue to volunteer their time and highlight service opportunities as part of the second annual &amp;ldquo;Season of Service,&amp;rdquo; which began on Thanksgiving Eve . . .&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Fallen Military Serviceman</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121204a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today, Governor Chris Christie signed the &lt;a href=&quot;http://nj.gov/infobank/circular/eocc118.pdf&quot;&gt;Executive Order No. 118&lt;/a&gt; [pdf 15kB]&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Requests 100% Federal Reimbursement for Costs of Emergency Protective Measures and Ongoing Debris Removal in Hard-Hit Communities</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121203c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie today announced that he has formally requested federal approval of 100% reimbursement for state and local government costs associated with debris removal and emergency protective measures that continue in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Statement From Governors Christie and Cuomo on Joint Commitment to Secure Disaster Assistance Without Delay</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121203b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today released the following statement on their continued commitment to work quickly to secure disaster assistance from the federal government for Hurricane Sandy relief and rebuilding:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Joins Toys for Tots Foundation to Bring the Holidays to Children and Families Displaced by Hurricane Sandy </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121203a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Helps Blue Angels&amp;rsquo; Unload C-130 Cargo Plane Filled With Toys for Children in Need&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 Dec 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Nearly $13 Million in FEMA Reimbursement to 6 Municipalities for Debris Removal</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121130c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie today announced that FEMA has approved $12,979,000 in reimbursements to six New Jersey towns for costs related to work performed in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy to clear disaster-generated debris.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Three New Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Hudson, Middlesex and Union Counties</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121130b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Anyone affected by Hurricane Sandy can now visit newly opened Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) in Hudson, Middlesex, and Union counties if they have questions about recovery programs.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Continues Department of Banking and Insurance Mobile Office Monday in Monmouth County</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121130a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;To continue assisting New Jerseyans who have suffered property loss as a result of Hurricane Sandy, the Christie Administration will host an additional mobile office in Monmouth County Monday, December 3, between 9 am and 5 pm&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Releases Total Hurricane Sandy Damage Assessment of $36.9 Billion</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121128e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie today announced a total assessment of the damage sustained from Hurricane Sandy to the State of New Jersey, which places the total cost at $36.9 billion.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Names Marc Ferzan To Manage Hurricane Sandy Storm Recovery</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121128d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Joint Statement of Governors Christie and Cuomo on Commitment to Work Together on Hurricane Sandy Rebuilding Funding</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121128c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today released the following statement affirming their commitment in working together on Hurricane Sandy relief funding.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Three Public Assistance Grants Awarded to State of New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121128b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Federal Emergency Management Agency today announced federal grants to State of New Jersey for emergency response efforts after Hurricane Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Names Former Executive Assistant Attorney General Marc Ferzan to Manage Hurricane Sandy Storm Recovery </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121128a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Ferzan to Oversee Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Vision for New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s Long-Term Rebuilding Efforts&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Calls Hurricane Sandy Recovery Jobs a “Second Call to Duty” for New Jersey’s Unemployed Veterans</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121127a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&amp;ldquo;Hiring Our Heroes&amp;rdquo; Employment Fair Helps Out-of-Work Vets Find Jobs&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: I Will Not Forget You</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121126a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 26 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Camden And Hunterdon Disaster Recovery Centers To Close</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121124e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) in Camden and Hunterdon counties will close at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 28. Survivors of Hurricane Sandy can continue to visit the other 33 DRCs serving individuals in New Jersey. Anyone can visit any DRC in any county or even another state.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo Announce Reopening of World Trade Center and Exchange Place PATH Service on Monday, November 26</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121124d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that weekday PATH service will resume to Lower Manhattan along the World Trade Center line beginning Monday, November 26 at 5 a.m.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Nine Western New Jersey Disaster Recovery Centers to Go to Rotating Schedule</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121124c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;To continue serving Hurricane Sandy disaster survivors in the Garden State, the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management and FEMA will change the hours of nine western Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs).&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Encourages Insured Residents Affected by Hurricane Sandy to Apply for Assistance </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121124b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Insured Applicants May Be Eligible for Assistance for Unmet Needs&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Two Additional Disaster Recovery Centers Open in Ocean County</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121124a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Anyone affected by Hurricane Sandy can now visit two newly opened Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) in Ocean County if they have questions about recovery programs. There are now 33 DRCs open daily.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Releases Hurricane Sandy Preliminary Damage Assessment</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121123b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Figure Accounts for Cleanup Costs to Date Plus Rebuilding and Improvements to Infrastructure&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie and Lt. Governor Guadagno Encourage New Jerseyans to Shop Locally on November 24, 2012, &#39;Small Business Saturday&#39;</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121123a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;P style=&quot;TEXT-ALIGN: left&quot;&gt;Administration Promotes Ongoing Efforts to Support Small Businesses During Rebuilding and Recovery Period&lt;/P&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Activates Telephone Hotline to Collect and Distribute Donated Items to Aid Hurricane Sandy Recovery Effort</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121121c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Call 1-855-NJDONATE to Donate Relief Items to Help New Jersey Residents Affected by Hurricane Sandy&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: &#39;Season of Service&#39; Is Particularly Important This Year</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121121b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie, First Lady Mary Pat Christie and Cabinet Members Kick-Off Second Annual Season of Service with Distribution of Thanksgiving Dinners to Communities Impacted by Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121121a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Partnership with Lowe&#39;s and Boston Market Enables New Jersey Families to Maintain Holiday Traditions During Recovery and Rebuilding Period&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>New Jersey Disaster Recovery Centers Will Be Closed On Thanksgiving Day</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121120d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Centers Will Resume Operations on Friday, November 23&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Kicks Off Second Annual “Season of Service” By Distributing Thanksgiving Dinners to New Jersey Residents Affected by Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121120c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie, First Lady Mary Pat Christie, Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno and Cabinet Officials Will Volunteer Wednesday at 20 Lowe&amp;rsquo;s Store Locations to Distribute Dinners&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie&#39;s Remarks To New Jersey Congressional Delegation On Hurricane Sandy Recovery</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121120b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>In Case You Missed It: Business Confidence Highest In Five Years</title>
         <link>http://nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20121120a.pdf</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&amp;ldquo;Business is picking up, business confidence is rising, and growing numbers of businesses believe New Jersey is on the right track.&amp;rdquo;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>New Jersey Adds a Disaster Recovery Center in Long Branch, Monmouth County </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121119c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Anyone affected by Hurricane Sandy can now visit a newly opened Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Monmouth County if they have questions about recovery programs.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Letter From FEMA Is The Starting Point</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121119b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;After registering with FEMA, disaster survivors receive a letter from FEMA concerning the status of their application.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Continues Department of Banking and Insurance Mobile Offices Tuesday in Ocean and Bergen Counties</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121119a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;To continue assisting New Jerseyans who have suffered property loss as a result of Hurricane Sandy, the Christie Administration will host additional mobile offices in Ocean and Bergen counties Tuesday, November 20, between 9 am. and 5 p.m., to handle consumers&#39; questions, take complaints, and assist them in filing insurance claims related to damages caused by the storm.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>FEMA Housing Portal Provides Resource To Help Survivors Find Rentals</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121118b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Families and individuals in New Jersey who are registered for federal disaster assistance and need a place to live can search through hundreds of rental listings on the &lt;a href=&quot;redir.aspx?C=f9f347d8d840487797334eeb3869a884&amp;amp;URL=http%3a%2f%2fasd.fema.gov%2finter%2fhportal%2fhome.htm&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;FEMA Housing Portal&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>New Jersey Adds Additional Disaster Recovery Centers In Cape May, Ocean And Union Counties</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121118a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Anyone affected by Hurricane Sandy can now visit newly opened Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) in Cape May, Ocean, and Union counties if they have questions about recovery programs&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Telephone Hotline For New Jersey Disaster Legal Services</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121117a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;A toll-free hotline, &lt;strong&gt;1-888-541-1900&lt;/strong&gt;, is now available for New Jersey survivors facing legal issues because of Hurricane Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 17 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Reinstates Bergen County Blue Laws </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121116k.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie today signed &lt;a href=&quot;http://nj.gov/infobank/circular/eocc117.pdf&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Executive Order 117&lt;/a&gt;, rescinding the suspension of the Blue Laws in Bergen County&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces All But One NJ TRANSIT Rail Lines Fully or Partially Restored, Effective Monday, November 19 </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121116j.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Recovery Milestone Reached with Restoration of North Jersey Coast Line Service Main, Bergen County, Pascack Valley and Port Jervis Line Trains to Resume Secaucus Junction Service Customers Encouraged to Visit NJtransit.com For Latest, Line-By-Line Scheduling Information&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Thanks Kidde for Donation of Carbon Monoxide Detectors for New Jersey Residents Still Without Power</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121116i.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Donated Detectors Will Help Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Communities Where Gas Generator Use is Prevalent&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Federal Fishery Resource Disaster Declaration for New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121116h.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Department of Environmental Protection to Assess Economic Impacts of Storm on Industry&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>First Lady Mary Pat Christie on Today Show: We Will Be Here For The Long Term</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121116g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Corps Teams With Volunteer Agencies To Help Bring Stability To New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121116f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;FEMA, the State of New Jersey, volunteer agencies and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, working out of the State-FEMA Joint Field Office in Lincroft, NJ, began a Shelter In Place Assistance Program Nov. 14 to help New Jersey residents recover following Hurricane Sandy. The program provides training, mentoring, and materials by Army engineers to Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) members, such as the Southern Baptist Convention, Mennonite and Methodist Men.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Announces Additional Extension of Tax-Filing Deadlines for Storm Victims</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121116e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie has approved additional relief from tax filing deadlines for businesses struggling to recover from Superstorm Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: This Is By Far The Most Gratifying Day Of My Governorship</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121116d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie &amp; AFT President Weingarten: Everybody Has A Stake In Newark Teachers Contract</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121116c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Reopening of Portions of Liberty State Park by Thanksgiving</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121116b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Liberty State Park, New Jersey&#39;s most popular state park that draws more than five million visitors a year, will partially re-open by Thanksgiving Day after being shut down and seriously damaged by Hurricane Sandy, the Christie Administration announced at a news conference at the park today.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Bringing Performance Pay For Newark Teachers Marks Yet Another Milestone In Governor Christie’s Effort To Deliver On The Promise Of A High-Quality Education For Every New Jersey Student</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121116a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;For the first time in New Jersey history, teachers in Newark will earn raises and be eligible for additional bonuses based on annual performance evaluations that include measuring the progress being made by their students. This new contract will enable Newark to retain and reward the best teachers and improve the quality of education for their students:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Free NJ TRANSIT Trans-Hudson Bus/Ferry Service for Gladstone Branch Customers</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121115a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Transportation plan offered to Gladstone Branch customers affected by Hurricane Sandy damage Seven shuttle bus/ferry services discontinued under adjusted plan&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Reopens Atlantic Coast Shellfish Beds From Little Egg Inlet to Cape May Point</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121114c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Oyster Harvest Season for Delaware Bay is Extended Until November 30&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 14 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Thanks Home Depot for Generous Donation of Clean-Up Supplies for Toms River Residents Impacted by Hurricane Sandy </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121114b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Helps Deliver Donation to Residents to Continue New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s Recovery from Storm.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 14 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces That Department of Banking and Insurance Will Staff Mobile Offices Thursday to Provide Information and Take Consumers’ Complaints</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121114a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;To assist consumers who have suffered property loss as a result of Hurricane Sandy, the Christie Administration announced today the Department of Banking and Insurance will have staff members available at locations in Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean counties Thursday, November 15, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to handle consumers&#39; questions, take complaints, and assist them in filing insurance claims related to damages caused by the storm.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 14 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Requests Declaration of Federal Fishery Resource Disaster Due to Hurricane Sandy Impacts</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121113f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Christie Administration today requested a federal disaster declaration for New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s fishing industry, which sustained significant revenue losses and damages to its fleet and infrastructure as a result of Hurricane Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: This Was Not A Republican Or Democrat Storm</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121113e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Department of Education Launches Hotline for Families Displaced by Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121113d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Hotline Number 609-292-2070 Provides Families with Personal Guidance About Available Schooling Options&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Extends Initiatives to Boost Retailer Access to Supplies of Gasoline and Diesel Fuel</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121113c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Christie Administration extended two initiatives aimed at increasing access to fuel supplies by New Jerseys fuel retailers. Governor Christie signed Executive Order 115.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Limited Restoration of Montclair-Boonton Lines</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121113b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Rail Capacity into New York Penn Station Remains Limited Customers Strongly Encouraged to Continue Utilizing Emergency Bus/Ferry Services for Trans-Hudson Access into Manhattan Scheduled to Be Posted After 6:00 PM This Evening on NJTransit.com&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Thanks Home Depot for Generous Donation of Clean-Up Supplies for Middletown and Jersey City Residents Impacted by Hurricane Sandy </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121113a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Helps Deliver Donation to Residents to Continue New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s Recovery from Storm&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo Announce Reopening of 9th Street PATH Station</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121112d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie and New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that PATH rail service will resume at the 9th Street station in Manhattan beginning Tuesday, November 13 at 5 a.m. The station will open to ease overcrowding at the 14th Street station during the morning peak hours.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Reinstatement of Pre-Sandy Fueling Practices at 6:00 A.M. Tuesday</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121112c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Odd-Even Rationing, Exclusive Fueling for Medical Personnel to Conclude&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Recalls Nine-Year Old Ginger: I Won&#39;t Ever Forget Her</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121112b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Major Progress Made in Containing and Cleaning Up Arthur Kill Fuel Spill Caused by Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121112a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Bob Martin today praised the well-coordinated response by a dedicated team of public and private groups to a major diesel fuel spill in the Arthur Kill caused by Hurricane Sandy&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Some Restoration of Morris &amp; Essex Lines Effective Monday</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121111c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Rail capacity into New York Penn Station remains limited Customers strongly encouraged to continue utilizing emergency bus/ferry services for trans-Hudson access into Manhattan&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title> New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo Announce Resumption of PATH Service From Newark to 33rd Street Beginning Monday, November 12, 2012</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121111b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Work Still Proceeding to Restore Badly Flooded World Trade Center and Hoboken Lines; New Ferry Service Will Transport Passengers From Hoboken Ferry Terminal to 39th Street Pier in Manhattan&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title> Statement From Governor Chris Christie on Veterans Day</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121111a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&quot;As we pause to pay honor and respect to our nation&#39;s veterans, we recognize the tremendous contributions our men and women in uniform have made for our country. Through periods of conflict and peace, our veterans have given selflessly to our country, represented our values, and stood as a symbol of the best parts of America. . .&quot;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>NJ TRANSIT Announces Restoration of Bergen, Pascack Valley Lines Effective Monday</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121110b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;FEMA Approves 5 Additional Days of Full Reimbursement for Emergency Power Restoration and Transportation Assistance in Hard Hit New Jersey Communities&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Announces Extension of 100% Cost Share for State Recovery and Restoration Efforts</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121110a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;FEMA Approves 5 Additional Days of Full Reimbursement for Emergency Power Restoration and Transportation Assistance in Hard Hit New Jersey Communities&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Helps College Students, Families Affected by Hurricane</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121109i.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Financial Aid Deadlines Extended, TAG and EOF Grant Deadlines Eased&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Food Assistance for Storm-Impacted Families Enrolled in SNAP</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121109h.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Christie Administration today announced the approval of federal waivers that will make food assistance available to recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Takes Action to Extend Grace Period for Payment of Fourth-Quarter Property Taxes </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121109g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Extension Will Mitigate Additional Hardship for New Jersey Storm Victims as They Rebuild and Recover from Hurricane Sandy&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Hurricane Sandy Recovery Press Briefing In Seaside Park</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121109f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>MVC Facility Update as of 11/9/2012 4:00 PM</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121109e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Customer advisory&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Agrees to Local Plan to Allow Return to Barrier Island Communities</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121109d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;Residents, Business Owners Will Begin Return to Long Beach Island Towns Starting Tomorrow Morning Under Mayors&#39; Plan&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title> Christie Administration Working With Storm-Affected Counties and Municipalities to Ensure Safe and Environmentally Responsible Debris Removal</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121109c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Christie Administration and the Department of Environmental Protection are taking a series of actions to ensure that the massive volume of debris and trash resulting from Hurricane Sandy is removed from storm-affected areas&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Thanks Home Depot for Generous $120,000 Donation of Clean-Up Supplies for Residents Impacted by Hurricane Sandy </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121109b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie and the U. S. Department of Homeland Security&amp;rsquo;s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced today that New Jersey residents in all 21 counties will have until February 4, 2013 to apply for coverage under the federal Disaster Unemployment Assistance program&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Disaster Unemployment Assistance Application Deadline Extended to February</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121109a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie and the U. S. Department of Homeland Security&amp;rsquo;s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced today that New Jersey residents in all 21 counties will have until February 4, 2013 to apply for coverage under the federal Disaster Unemployment Assistance program&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>MVC Facility Update as of 11/8/2012 4:30 PM</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121108k.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) customers are advised that the following facilities will be closed tomorrow, November 9. . .&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Administraci&amp;oacute;n Christie extiende servicio gratis Autobuses Trans-Hudson Bus/Servicios de Ferry</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121108j.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Se amplia Plan de Transporte para Morris y Essex, Montclair Booton, y para los clientes de North Jersey Coast  afectados por el hurac&amp;aacute;n Sandy y da&amp;ntilde;os en el noreste La amplicaci&amp;oacute;n del  plan tambi&amp;eacute;n sirve en el Corredor Noreste&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Disaster Unemployment Assistance Expanded to All New Jersey Counties Due to Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121108i.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The U. S. Department of Homeland Security&amp;rsquo;s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced it approved Governor Chris Christie&amp;rsquo;s request to extend Disaster Unemployment Assistance to cover all New Jersey counties as a result of Hurricane Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Announces Additional Tax Filing Extension to Provide Relief for Businesses Affected by Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121108h.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie has approved further relief from tax filing deadlines for businesses still reeling from the impact of Superstorm Sandy on their operations.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Hurricane Sandy Recovery Efforts &amp; Nor&#39;easter Response Press Briefing In Somerset</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121108g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Additional Free Trans-Hudson Bus/Ferry Service</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121108f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;As NJ TRANSIT continues recovery operations from Hurricane Sandy and a significant nor&amp;rsquo;easter storm, the Christie Administration has announced plans to provide more free shuttle bus/ferry service for the Trans-Hudson commute&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Actualizaci&amp;oacute;n de las Facilidades de MVC</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121108e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;La Comisi&amp;oacute;n de Veh&amp;iacute;culos Motorizados (MVC) informa&amp;nbsp; a los clientes  de New Jersey que las siguientes agencias y estaciones de inspecci&amp;oacute;n estar&amp;aacute;n  cerradas hoy dia jueves 8 de noviembre&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Administraci&amp;oacute;n Christie extiende a todos los condados de New Jersey  asistencia de desempleo por desastre debido al Hurac&amp;aacute;n Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121108d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;l Departamento de Seguridad  Nacional de los Estados Unidos a&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp; traes de la Agencia Federal&amp;nbsp;  del Manejo de Emergencias (FEMA) anuncio el aprobaci&amp;oacute;n del solicitud del  gobernador de New Jersey Chris Christie, para ampliar la asistencia de desempleo  por desastre para cubrir a todos los condados de New Jersey, como consecuencia  del Hurac&amp;aacute;n Sandy&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>MVC Facility Update as of 11/8/2012 11:15 AM</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121108c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Customer Advisory&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Takes Further Actions to Bolster New Jersey’s Supply of Gasoline and Diesel Fuel</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121108b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie authorized the use of dyed diesel fuel on state roads until November 20 and extended an emergency waiver that allows unlicensed fuel merchants to buy fuel from out-of-state suppliers to November 14. Both measures are designed to hasten the end of gasoline and diesel fuel shortages in New Jersey after Superstorm Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Customers of PVSC Strongly Advised to Reduce Water Use to Limit Partially Treated Effluent into New York Harbor</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121108a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Residents and businesses in the 48 North Jersey cities and towns served by the Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission wastewater treatment system are strongly encouraged to minimize water use to reduce stress on the storm-damaged sewage treatment system and help limit partially treated effluent flowing into Newark and New York Harbor.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Offers Assistance to Public, Communities During Hurricane Recovery</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121107k.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The New Jersey Departments&amp;nbsp;of Health and Human Services have made a variety of resources available to aid both the public and communities during the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Boil-Water Advisory Lifted By Middlesex Water Company For Customers in Eight Municipalities</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121107j.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The boil-water advisory for 233,000 customers of the Middlesex Water Company in eight municipalities in Middlesex and Union counties has been lifted this afternoon after the system&amp;rsquo;s power was fully restored,&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Fallen Military Serviceman</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121107i.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie signed the &lt;a href=&quot;http://nj.gov/infobank/circular/eocc112.pdf&quot;&gt;Executive Order No. 112&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Administración Christie anuncia  servicios de asistencia a empresas impactadas por el huracán Sandy en New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121107h.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Para apuntalar la recuperaci&amp;oacute;n de las empresas y negocios&amp;nbsp; de New Jersey y proteger los intereses econ&amp;oacute;micos como consecuencia de los da&amp;ntilde;os causados por el hurac&amp;aacute;n Sandy, el gobernador Chris Christie y la vicegobernadora Kim Guadagno anunciaron hoy una serie de servicios para asistir a los negocios&amp;nbsp; afectados por la tormenta.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Another Free Bus/Ferry Option for the Trans-Hudson Commute</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121107g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Meadowlands-Weehawken-Midtown Manhattan Service Offers More Relief&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Hurricane Sandy And Nor&#39;easter Preparation Press Briefing In Harvey Cedars</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121107f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Another Free Bus/Ferry Option for the Trans-Hudson Commute</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121107e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Meadowlands-Weehawken-Midtown Manhattan Service Offers More Relief&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Urges Driver Safety and Precautions During Severe Weather</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121107d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Colonel Rick Fuentes, Superintendent of the New Jersey State Police and Director of the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management, is reminding the public about driving safety as more severe weather approaches the state.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>MVC Facility Update</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121107c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Vehicle Commission (MVC) customers are advised that the Eatontown Agency will close at 2 p.m. today due to weather conditions and evacuation requirements.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Recovery Assistance Services for New Jersey Businesses Impacted by Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121107b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;To support the recovery of New Jersey&#39;s businesses and protect the overall economic interests of our state in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, Governor Chris Christie and Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno have announced a series of business assistance services for those affected by the storm&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Port Authority Advises Air Travelers to Check with Their Carriers Before Going to the Airport Today</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121107a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Impending Storm Prompts Significant Cancellations Today and Tomorrow Morning&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo Announce Holland Tunnel to Open to Commuters for Morning Rush on Wednesday, November 7</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121106i.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and New York&lt;strong&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced this evening that the Holland Tunnel will reopen to all commuter traffic tomorrow, November 7, at 5 a.m. This will be the first day the Tunnel will be fully operational since Hurricane Sandy hit the region last Monday night. On an average weekday, an estimated 91,000 vehicles use the Holland Tunnel to commute between New York and New Jersey.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Restoration of Additional NJ Transit Rail, Light Rail Services</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121106h.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Newark Light Rail, &quot;Dinky&quot; to Operate on Limited Schedules&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Port Authority Continues Limited PATH Service</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121106g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey will continue to operate limited Port Authority Trans Hudson (PATH) service tomorrow, November 7, in both directions between Journal Square in Jersey City and 33rd Street in Manhattan, with the exception of Christopher and 9th streets in Manhattan.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Encourages NJ Transit Customers to Avoid Delays, Take Free Service from HBLR Liberty State Park Station to Lower Manhattan</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121106f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Free Parking, Shuttle Buses, Ferries to Battery Park&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Hurricane Sandy Briefing In Westwood</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121106e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Urges Customers of Middlesex County Utility Authority to Further Reduce Water Use </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121106d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Effort will Prevent Polluting Runoff Into Raritan River and Raritan Bay While Pumps are Brought Back Online&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Administraci&amp;oacute;n Christie pide tomar precauciones en uso de aparatos de calefacci&amp;oacute;n durante los cortes de energ&amp;iacute;a prolongados</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121106c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Divisi&amp;oacute;n de Seguridad contra Incendios advierte que pueden ser peligrosos si no se utiliza correctamente&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Announces FEMA Individual Assistance Extended to All 21 New Jersey Counties </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121106b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie today announced that the federal government has extended disaster assistance for New Jerseyans impacted by Hurricane Sandy to all 21 counties, providing direct assistance to individuals and households in the aftermath of the historic hurricane Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Issues Emergency Order Easing Infrastructure Repair Permit Requirements Following Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121106a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Bob Martin has signed an Administrative Order allowing approvals of DEP permit requirements for in-kind repairs or replacement of critical public infrastructure such as roads, bridges, bulkheads and culverts.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Emergency Trans-Hudson Access Plan Gets 150,000 New Jerseyans to Work Monday Morning</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121105i.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;On Monday, NJ TRANSIT&amp;rsquo;s emergency trans-Hudson transportation plan -- utilizing federal, regional and statewide resources to assist New Jerseyans navigate around the state -- has helped more than 150,000 people get back to work on a system that had 80 percent of its infrastructure wiped out by the storm.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Expands Recreational Fishing and Boating Advisory to Northern Barnegat Bay</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121105h.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;As a public health and safety precaution, the Department of Environmental Protection is advising recreational boaters, anglers and crabbers to temporarily avoid the waters of northern Barnegat Bay, from Barnegat Light to Point Pleasant, and is advising residents not to eat any fish, crustaceans or shellfish from these waters due to potential contamination from pathogens.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>New Jersey Attorney General Jeffrey S. Chiesa Swears in More Than 200 Law Enforcement Officers to Support Security and Recovery Efforts</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121105g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Photos&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Hurricane Sandy Briefing In Keansburg</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121105f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Port Authority Announces Commencement of Limited Trans-Hudson Service on PATH Beginning Tuesday, November 6, 2012</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121105e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;PATH will resume limited rail service on Tuesday, November 6&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;, beginning at 5 a.m. Trains will run from Journal Square in Jersey City to 33&lt;sup&gt;rd&lt;/sup&gt; Street in Manhattan and in the return direction until 10 p.m.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>CUSTOMER ADVISORY : MVC Facility Updates for November 7</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121105d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) customers are advised that the following agencies &lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;will reopen&lt;/span&gt; on Wednesday, November 7: Jersey City, Toms River&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Urges Precautions on Use of Alternative Heating Devices During Extended Power Outages </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121105c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: center;&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;em&gt;Division of Fire Safety Warns Heating Alternatives Can Be Dangerous If Not Used Correctly &lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces All Twelve Atlantic City Casinos Back in Operation </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121105b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;With the re-opening of the Atlantic Club Casino Hotel this morning, Governor Chris Christie and Division of Gaming Enforcement Director David Rebuck announced that all hotel operations and gaming activity at the twelve Atlantic City casinos are back in operation.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Reminds Consumers, Municipalities to be On Alert for Post-Sandy Home Repair Scams</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121105a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie, Attorney General Jeffrey S. Chiesa, and the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs today reminded consumers and municipalities to be on high alert for fly-by-night, unregistered, and dishonest home improvement contractors in the wake of Hurricane Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Announces FEMA Public Assistance Approved for All 21 New Jersey Counties</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121104n.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.sandynjrelieffund.org/&quot;&gt;www.SandyNJReliefFund.org&lt;/a&gt; Now Online to Accept Donations for Hurricane Relief efforts&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie and First Lady Mary Pat Christie Announce Launch of Hurricane Sandy New Jersey Relief Fund Website </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121104m.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.sandynjrelieffund.org/&quot;&gt;www.SandyNJReliefFund.org&lt;/a&gt; Now Online to Accept Donations for Hurricane Relief efforts&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie And Secretary Napolitano Hurricane Sandy Briefing In Hoboken</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121104l.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>MVC Facility Updates for November 5</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121104k.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) customers are advised that the following agencies and inspection stations will reopen tomorrow, Monday November 5:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: Governor Christie: This State Is A Family </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121104j.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Implements Emergency Trans-Hudson Access Plan Starting Monday Morning</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121104i.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Christie Administration today announced an emergency bus plan designed to transport New Jersey residents back to their jobs starting Monday morning&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>New Jersey National Guard Working with FEMA to Provide Fuel to First Responders and Utility Crews </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121104h.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Executive Order Suspends Restrictions, Permitting Fuel Retailers to Sell Fuel Shared by Other Retailers&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Continues Action to Broaden Access to Fuel for New Jerseyans </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121104g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Executive Order Suspends Restrictions, Permitting Fuel Retailers to Sell Fuel Shared by Other Retailers&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Signs Executive Order Suspending Sunday Blue Laws in Bergen County</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121104f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Easing of Sunday Sales Restrictions to Help Storm Recovery Process, Allow Access to Essentials for Impacted Residents&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Port Newark Container Terminal and Global Terminal to Open for Business on Monday</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121104e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Contact: Port Authority of New York and New Jersey 201-595-4530 or 201-595-4531&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Hotlines, Resources Available To Help Manage Stress, Stay Healthy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121104d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Christie Administration today announced state and federal hotlines available to help New Jersey residents, health care workers and first responders manage emotional stress and stay healthy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Port Authority Update on Conditions at Transportation Facilities</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121104c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Contact: Port Authority of New York and New Jersey 201-595-4530 or 201-595-4531&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Troopers From Eight States Travel to New Jersey  to Assist Law Enforcement</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121104b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Christie Administration today announced the deployment of 280 troopers from various states throughout the country to assist New Jersey law enforcement with the ongoing security and recovery operations in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Autoridad Portuaria iniciará operaciones mañana en el Terminal Portuario Elizabeth Marítimo tras las secuelas del huracán Sandy Auto forwarded by a Rule</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121104a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Contacto: Autoridad Portuaria de Nueva York y New Jersey201-595-4530 o 201-595-4531&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>El Gobernador Christie y la Primera Dama Mary Pat Christie anuncian cruzada para recaudar fondos de ayuda por estragos del Hurac&amp;aacute;n Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121103i.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Christie Gobernador y la Primera Dama Mary Pat Christie informaron la creaci&amp;oacute;n del Fondo de Alivio por los Estragos del Hurac&amp;aacute;n Sandy&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces NJ Transit to Resume Service on Four Rail Lines Sunday Morning</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121103h.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Marking key milestones in NJ TRANSIT&amp;rsquo;s continued recovery, the Christie Administration announced this evening that four additional rail lines would resume service effective Sunday morning.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Launches Hotline for Gas Stations to Report Service Delivery Problems</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121103g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Station Owners and Operators Can Report Problems by Calling 609-858-6900 or Emailing SandyGas@njeda.com&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Saturday Afternoon Hurricane Sandy Briefing In Little Ferry</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121103f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Port Elizabeth to Open For Business</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121103e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Port Authority to Begin Operations Tomorrow at the Elizabeth Port Authority Marine Terminal Following the Aftermath of Hurricane Sandy&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces E-Mail and Fax Voting Available to New Jerseyans Displaced by Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121103d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Already Available to Military and Overseas Voters, State Opens Electronic Voting System to Make Voting More Accessible to Citizens Displaced by Hurricane Sandy and First Responders Assisting in Recovery Efforts&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie and First Lady Mary Pat Christie Announce Launch of Hurricane Sandy New Jersey Relief Fund Website </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121103c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.SandyNJReliefFund.org&quot;&gt;www.SandyNJReliefFund.org&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;Now Online to Accept Donations for Hurricane Relief efforts&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Gobernador Christie  informa de los planes revisados de las compa&amp;ntilde;&amp;iacute;as de servicios energ&amp;eacute;ticos para  aplicarlos en la restauraci&amp;oacute;n de las &amp;aacute;reas afectadas</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121103b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Called for Plans Yesterday to Give Affected Families Certainty and Accountability for Getting Their Power Back On&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Releases Power Utility Companies’ Revised Plans for Service Restoration</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121103a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Called for Plans Yesterday to Give Affected Families Certainty and Accountability for Getting Their Power Back On&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Takes Action to Ease Gas Station Waits with Move to Odd-Even Rationing for Gasoline Purchases in 12 New Jersey Counties</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121102n.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie took action to prevent a fuel shortage and ease the problem of extended wait times and lines at gas stations by signing Executive Order 108, declaring a limited state of energy emergency with regard to the supply of motor fuel and implementing odd-even rationing for gasoline purchases in 12 New Jersey counties.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Gobernador Christie  anuncia plan de ayuda para condados de New Jersey que sufren impacto por el  huracán Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121102m.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;El Departamento de Trabajo de los Estados Unidos aprob&amp;oacute; un subsidio de $ 15.6 millones de d&amp;oacute;lares de Fondos de Emergencia Nacional&amp;nbsp; para&amp;nbsp; ayudar al plan de&amp;nbsp; gobernador Chris Christie en la contrataci&amp;oacute;n de personas desempleadas residentes en New Jersey que puedan trabajar en los esfuerzos de limpieza y reconstrucci&amp;oacute;n del Estado Jard&amp;iacute;n.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>New Jersey Registered Voters Encouraged To Vote Early At Their County Elections Office</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121102l.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Christie Administration is encouraging New Jersey voters to take advantage of the extended weekend hours at New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s county elections offices to cast their vote before Election Day.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Customer Advisory: MVC Facility and Services Update for November 3</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121102k.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) customers are advised that the following additional agencies and inspection stations will resume service as of November 3:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Friday Afternoon Briefing On Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121102j.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Announces Recovery Assistance Plan for New Jersey Counties Impacted by Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121102i.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The U.S. Department of Labor approved a $15.6 million National Emergency Grant to fund Governor Chris Christie&amp;rsquo;s plan to hire unemployed New Jersey residents to assist with Hurricane Sandy clean-up and recovery efforts in the Garden State.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Subpoenas 65 Businesses in Investigations Into Post-Hurricane Price Gouging</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121102h.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie, Attorney General Jeffrey S. Chiesa, and the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs today announced that the Division has issued subpoenas to 65 businesses across the State, intensifying its investigation into more than 500 consumer complaints about alleged price gouging.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Disaster Unemployment Assistance Expanded to Ten New Jersey Counties Impacted by Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121102g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The U. S. Department of Homeland Security&#39;s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced it approved Governor Chris Christie&#39;s request to add two New Jersey counties to the list of eight counties that already have qualified for federal Disaster Unemployment Assistance as a result of Hurricane Sandy.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Pet Rescue Hotline for Residents Affected by Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121102f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Christie Administration today announced the establishment of a hotline for residents affected by Hurricane Sandy who left their pets behind when evacuating their homes in advance of the storm.&amp;nbsp; The phone number to call is 1-855-407-4787 (1-855-407-HSUS).&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Takes Action to Protect Storm-Impacted New Jersey Homeowners from Higher Insurance Deductibles</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121102e.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>La Autoridad Portuaria de Nueva York y New Jersey, informa de la siguiente actualización en sus instalaciones de transporte a partir de las 7:30 am de hoy.</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121102d.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Lifts Boil-Water Advisory for Atlantic City</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121102c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The boil-water advisory in place in Atlantic City as a result of Hurricane Sandy has been lifted, Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Bob Martin announced today.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Announces Reopening of Atlantic City Casinos</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121102b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;This morning, Governor Christie announced that he is rescinding an order that closed Atlantic City casinos in preparation for Hurricane Sandy, while also lifting the mandatory evacuation order for Atlantic City residents.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Port Authority Update on Conditions at Transportation Facilities</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121102a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey reports the following update on conditions at its transportation facilities as of 7:30 a.m. today.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Department of Health Hotline to Answer Questions About Food/Water Safety, Cleaning and Mold Removal</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121101r.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;To help New Jersey residents as they cleanup their homes and businesses after Hurricane Sandy, the Department of Health today is making public health experts available through the state&#39;s 2-1-1 system&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Announces Federal Approval of 10-Day Period of 100% Cost Share for State Recovery and Restoration Efforts</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121101p.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Additional Federal Assistance Accelerates Relief for Emergency Power Restoration and Transportation Assistance in Hard Hit New Jersey Communities&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Issues Directive to County Election Officials to Make Voting Easier in the Aftermath of Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121101o.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The New Jersey Department of State, committed to holding a fair, open, and transparent election on Tuesday, November 6, 2012, today announced that the deadline for when county clerks may accept mail-in ballot applications has been extended to the close of business tomorrow, Friday, November 2, 2012.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Customer Advisory - MVC Facility and Services Update for November 2</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121101n.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) customers are advised that additional agencies and inspection stations will resume service tomorrow, Friday, November 2.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: I&#39;m Here And I Want To Hear Their Stories</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121101m.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Extends Open Enrollment Deadline for 2013 Health Plans for State and Local Government Workers Due to Service Disruption From Storm</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121101l.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Christie administration has extended the open enrollment deadline for both State and local government participants in the State Health Benefits Program (SHBP) and School Employees&amp;rsquo; Health Benefits Program (SEHBP) until November 16, 2012.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Thursday Afternoon Briefing On Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121101k.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Restoration of Limited Rail Service to Newark on Friday</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121101j.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Christie Administration Announces Restoration of Limited Rail Service to Newark on Friday Northeast Corridor Service to Operation on a Special Schedule Between Trenton and Newark Penn Station North Jersey Coast Line Service to Operate Between Woodbridge and Newark Penn Station Raritan Valley Line Service to Operate Between Raritan and Newark&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Signs Executive Order to Secure Water Supplies Across New Jersey in Wake of Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121101i.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Declares State of Water Emergency, Authorizes DEP to Take Steps to Prevent Water Shortage&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Approves Cape May County Request to Lift Travel Ban in Select Barrier Island Communities</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121101h.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie today announced that he has granted the Cape May County government&amp;rsquo;s request to rescind the mandatory evacuation order for the barrier island communities of Wildwood, Wildwood Crest, North Wildwood, West Wildwood, Avalon, Stone Harbor, Sea Isle City, and Ocean City.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Warns Consumers to Beware of Home Repair Scams, Charity Scams While Recovering From Storm Damage</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121101g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie, Attorney General Jeffrey S. Chiesa, and the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs today warned consumers to beware of home improvement scams and charity scams perpetrated by offenders who prey on the desperation of those working to recover from disasters.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Port Authority Update on Conditions at Transportation Facilities</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121101f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Contact: Port Authority of New York and New Jersey 201-595-4530 or 201-595-4531&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>New Jersey State Troopers Deployed at Shore to Provide Enhanced Security in the Wake of Storm</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121101e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Christie Administration today announced that the New Jersey State Police will be deploying troopers to the barrier islands that were hardest hit by Hurricane Sandy to work with local and county agencies to ensure safety and security for those Shore communities.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Approves Atlantic County Request to Lift Travel Ban in Select Barrier Island Communities</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121101d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie today announced that he has granted the Atlantic County government&amp;rsquo;s request to rescind the mandatory evacuation order for the barrier island communities of Brigantine Beach, Margate City and Longport Borough.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Damaged Route 71 Bridge Over Shark River Closed to Vehicular Traffic for Approximately 60 Days</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121101c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Extensive Electrical Repairs Needed to Repair Damage from Storm&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Disaster Unemployment Assistance Available in Eight New Jersey Counties Impacted by Storm</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121101b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;MVC Resumes Services at Select Facilities&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Customer Advisory</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121101a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;MVC Resumes Services at Select Facilities&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Extends Tax Deadline for Businesses Disrupted by Storm</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031t.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie has extended certain tax filing and payment deadlines for businesses whose operations were disrupted by Hurricane Sandy. Taxpayers who qualify will include businesses located in New Jersey, out-of-state businesses with operations in the State, and those whose tax records are located here.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Video: Governor ChristieWednesday Evening Briefing On Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031s.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Port Authority Update on Conditions at Transportation Facilities</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031r.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Contact: Port Authority of New York and New Jersey 212-435-7777&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Remarks by President Barack Obama and Governor Chris Christie After Surveying Damage from Hurricane Sandy in Brigantine, New Jersey </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031q.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;As Provided By The White House&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>New Jersey National Guard Dispatched to Assist Residents in Aftermath of Storm</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031p.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The New Jersey National Guard has helped more than 1,500 displaced residents around the state in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Acts to Boost Gasoline, Diesel Supplies </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031o.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Waiver of Licensing Requirement Makes It Easier to Meet New Jersey Fuel Needs&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Majority of NJ Transit Bus Service to Resume Thursday</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031n.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;80% of New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s Statewide Bus System Restored, Including Service to New York&amp;rsquo;s Port Authority Bus Terminal&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Advises Residents to Be Alert for Local Boil Water Advisories</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031m.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Several New Jersey municipalities have issued boil water advisories to ensure the public health and safety of state residents as a result of the effects of Hurricane Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Offers Guidance to Consumers on Filing Insurance Claims after Storm</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031l.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;In the aftermath of storm Sandy, one of the most devastating storms to ever strike New Jersey, the Christie Administration and Department of Banking and Acting Insurance Commissioner Ken Kobylowski today offered guidance to New Jersey consumers on filing insurance claims to restore damaged homes and repair or replace property.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Investigates Complaints of Alleged Storm-Related Price Gouging</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031k.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Violators Face Stiff Fines&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Eases Fuel Requirements for Certain Emergency Generators in Storm Aftermath</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031j.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Department of Environmental Protection today advised facilities that operate in the public interest that it is acceptable to use home heating oil in emergency generators instead of diesel fuel as the state recovers from Hurricane Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Administración Christie pide prudencia a los automovilistas que hacen filas en las áreas de servicio de combustible en las autopistas</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031i.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;La Autoridad de New Jersey Turnpike solicita&amp;nbsp; a los automovilistas utilizar precauciones especiales cuando viajan en las autopistas del Turnpike y el Garden State Parkway, debido a que las filas largas&amp;nbsp; de los automovilistas en las &amp;aacute;reas de servicio de combustibles (gasolineras) se extiende hacia las carreteras.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>El gobernador Chris Christie  posterga celebraciones de “Halloween” para garantizar la seguridad pública después del paso del Huracán Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031h.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Al indicar la necesidad de garantizar la seguridad p&amp;uacute;blica en medio de la continuidad del estado de emergencia en New Jersey, el gobernador Chris Christie firm&amp;oacute; hoy la Orden Ejecutiva 105, postergando las celebraciones de &quot;Halloween&quot; en todo el estado de New Jersey&amp;nbsp; hasta el lunes, 5 de noviembre de 2012, debido a las condiciones inseguras como consecuencias del hurac&amp;aacute;n Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Urges Caution at Service Areas as Motorists Line Up for Fuel</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The New Jersey Turnpike Authority is asking motorists to use extra caution as they travel on the Turnpike and Garden State Parkway because long lines for fuel are stretching from the service area lots onto the roadways.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Restablecen energía  en Planta de Energía Nuclear en Oyster Creek Finaliza estado de alerta de Comisión Reguladora Nuclear (NRC)</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;El estado de &quot;alerta&#39;&#39; formal de la planta de energ&amp;iacute;a nuclear Oyster Creek en Lacey Township se termin&amp;oacute; a las 3:52 de la madrugada de hoy despu&amp;eacute;s que los niveles de agua en el sistema de admisi&amp;oacute;n de la planta se redujeron a niveles normales, confirm&amp;oacute; esta ma&amp;ntilde;ana la Comisi&amp;oacute;n Reguladora Nuclear(NCR).&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Emergency Contract with Lowe’s for Local and State Government Supplies and Equipment in Hurricane Sandy’s Aftermath</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Christie Administration reached an immediate emergency agreement with Lowe&#39;s Companies Inc. that will give State and local governments access to discounted prices on construction supplies and equipment in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Reopening of River Line Light Rail Service Today at 3:00 PM</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: left;&quot;&gt;&lt;em&gt;New Updates on NJ Transit Storm Damage&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Power Restored at Oyster Creek Nuclear Power Plant</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: left;&quot;&gt;&lt;em&gt;Alert Status Terminated by the NRC&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Postpones Halloween Celebrations to Ensure Public Safety in the Aftermath of October Storm</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Citing the need to ensure the safety of the public amid the continued state of emergency in New Jersey, Governor Chris Christie today signed Executive Order 105, postponing Halloween celebrations across New Jersey until Monday, November 5, 2012 as a result of continued unsafe conditions in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title> Governor Christie on FOX Report: We Will Rebuild</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121031a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Announces Wednesday Closure of State Offices in the Aftermath of October Storm   </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030z.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie today authorized the closure of all State Offices for Wednesday, October 31, 2012 due to the continued danger posed by and ongoing cleanup efforts associated with the power outages, coastal flooding, and evacuations resultant of this week&amp;rsquo;s storm.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Announces Wednesday Closure of State Offices in the Aftermath of October Storm</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030t.html</link>
         <description>&lt;P&gt;Governor Chris Christie today&amp;nbsp;authorized the closure of all State Offices for Wednesday, October 31, 2012 due to the continued danger posed by and ongoing cleanup efforts associated with the power outages, coastal flooding, and evacuations resultant of this week&#39;s storm.&lt;/P&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Reopening of Garden State Parkway</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030s.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Downed trees, wires and flooding snarl roadways statewide&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Working with NRC to Monitor Oyster Creek Nuclear Plant During Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030r.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Department of Environmental Protection and the federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission are carefully monitoring the impacts Hurricane Sandy on operations at the Oyster Creek nuclear power plant in Lacey Township.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Autoridad de Puertos informa de las condiciones de las facilidades de transporte</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030q.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Tuesday Evening Briefing On Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030p.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Port Authority Update on Conditions at Transportation Facilities</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030o.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;El gobernador Chris Christie autoriz&amp;oacute; hoy el cierre de todas las oficinas del Estado de New Jersey para el mi&amp;eacute;rcoles 31 de octubre de 2012,debido al continuo peligro que representan los trabajos de limpieza en curso asociado a los cortes de energ&amp;iacute;a, inundaciones costeras, y las evacuaciones resultantes de la tormenta de esta semana. Los empleados no esenciales no deben presentarse para el d&amp;iacute;a normal del turno de la ma&amp;ntilde;ana.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Gobernador Chris Christie anuncia cierre de las oficinas estatales para mañana miércoles por efectos del huracán</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030n.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;El gobernador Chris Christie autoriz&amp;oacute; hoy el cierre de todas las oficinas del Estado de New Jersey para el mi&amp;eacute;rcoles 31 de octubre de 2012,debido al continuo peligro que representan los trabajos de limpieza en curso asociado a los cortes de energ&amp;iacute;a, inundaciones costeras, y las evacuaciones resultantes de la tormenta de esta semana. Los empleados no esenciales no deben presentarse para el d&amp;iacute;a normal del turno de la ma&amp;ntilde;ana.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>  Port Authority To Reopen Ferry Terminal</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030m.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Hudson River ferry service will restart tomorrow at 7 a.m. from New Jersey to the World Financial Center, offering commuters an alternative means of travel into and out of Lower Manhattan.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>DEP Advises Residents Statewide To Conserve Water In Aftermath Of Storm</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030l.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Department of Environmental Protection is strongly advising residents statewide to conserve water in the wake of Hurricane Sandy because widespread power outages have forced many public and private water utilities to use emergency generators to treat and pump water.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>  Christie Administration Delivers Update On NJ Transit Storm Damage</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030k.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Limited Camden Bus Service To Resume Wednesday&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Administración Christie  establece línea de llamadas para recibir quejas del Alza de precios durante el estado de emergencia</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030j.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Consumidores deben llama al 862-209-0130 o 973-220-3474.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Activates Temporary Hotlines to Report Price Gouging During Declared State of Emergency</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030i.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;(862) 209-0130 or (973) 220-3474 Are Available Despite Power Outages&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Administración Christie responde a destrozos en  infraestructura de tránsito en NJ causados por Huracán Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030h.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;El hurac&amp;aacute;n Sandy caus&amp;oacute; enormes da&amp;ntilde;os la infraestructura de NJ TRANSIT de todo el estado e New Jersey.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Autoridad Portuaria reabre los puentes de Outerbridge Crossing, George Washington, Goethals y Bayonne </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;La Autoridad Portuaria de Nueva York y New Jersey, ha reabierto los puentes Outerbridge Crossing, George Washington Goethals y Bayonne. Sin embargo, se recomienda a todos los conductores evitar conducir a menos que sea absolutamente necesario.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Port Authority Reopens Outerbridge Crossing, George Washington, Goethals and Bayonne Bridges</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has reopened Outerbridge Crossing, George Washington, Goethals and Bayonne bridges. However, all motorists are urged to avoid driving unless absolutely necessary.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Responds to NJ Transit Infrastructure Damage Following Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Sandy Devastates NJ Transit Bus, Rail, Light Rail and Access Link; No Estimate for Service Restoration&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Administración Christie anuncia la reapertura de autopista Garden State Parkway</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;La Autoridad del New Jersey Turnpike inform&amp;oacute; que ha reabierto el transito a todo lo largo del Garden State Parkway en ambas direcciones. Los conductores pueden utilizar la carretera inmediatamente y deben esperar la reanudaci&amp;oacute;n de los peajes a las 2 pm.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Tuesday 10 AM Briefing On Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Christie Administration Urges Residents to Be Aware of Food Safety Issues Following Storm</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Christie Administration and Health Commissioner Mary O&amp;rsquo;Dowd urge all residents to throw away any food that may have come in contact with flood or storm waters and individuals that have suffered power outages should keep their refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible to maintain the cold temperature.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie on FOX &amp; Friends Provides Update on Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121030a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Announces Tuesday Closure of State Offices as a Result of Hurricane Sandy’s Weather Conditions</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121029s.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Trenton, NJ&lt;/strong&gt; &amp;ndash; Governor Chris Christie today&amp;nbsp;authorized the closure of all State Offices for Tuesday, October 30, 2012 as a result of the dangerous and deteriorating weather conditions across the state associated with the impact of Hurricane Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Non-essential employees should not report for their normal day shift tomorrow. Essential employees should report to work on schedule. All notifications&amp;nbsp;are currently being&amp;nbsp;made and coordinated by the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management in an expeditious manner.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The New Jersey Office of Emergency Management in coordination with the New Jersey Department of Transportation and the Board of Public Utilities as well as various State agencies will continue to monitor the storm and continue statewide cleanup efforts until the event concludes. New Jerseyans are encouraged to comply with orders and guidance from their local emergency management and government officials in preparing for the storm and to avoid any unnecessary risks when the storm makes landfall.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Drivers are advised to stay off of the roads whenever possible and otherwise drive with caution, follow the rules of the road, stay alert and respect the weather elements and the guidance and orders of emergency management and government officials. &amp;nbsp;Unnecessary travel is not recommended. &lt;br /&gt;Motorists are encouraged to check for current road conditions and closures at the New Jersey Department of Transportation website: &lt;a href=&quot;https://portal01.state.nj.us/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.state.nj.us/transportation/commuter/511/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.NJ511.info&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;br /&gt;For more storm&amp;nbsp;preparedness information please log on to: &lt;a href=&quot;https://portal01.state.nj.us/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.ready.nj.gov/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.ready.nj.gov&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Administración Christie insta a los  propietarios de mascotas estén preparados frente al Huracán Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121029r.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;El Departamento de Agricultura de New Jersey ha recibido un mensaje de la Fundaci&amp;oacute;n Americana de Medicina Veterinaria, en el cual recomienda a los propietarios de mascotas tomar medidas concretas para salvaguardar a sus mascotas durante las evacuaciones como consecuencia del Hurac&amp;aacute;n Sandy&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Monday 5:30 Press Briefing On Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121029q.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>New Jersey Turnpike Authority Closes Newark Bay-Hudson County Extension</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121029p.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The New Jersey Turnpike is closed from Interchange 14 in Newark through Interchange 14C in Jersey City because of high winds, the Turnpike Authority announced.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Autoridad de New Jersey Turnpike ordena cierre de extensión  Newark By-Hudson County</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121029o.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;La Autoridad de&amp;nbsp; la autopista New Jersey Turnpike&amp;nbsp; orden&amp;oacute; el cierre de la salida 14 en Newark a trav&amp;eacute;s de 14C en Jersey City, debido a los fuertes vientos informaron&amp;nbsp; las Autoridades del Turnpike.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>  Christie Administration Encourages Tuesday Closure of New Jersey Colleges and Universities in Anticipation of Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121029n.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Jersey Secretary of Higher Education Rochelle Hendricks released the following statement today, encouraging closure of universities and colleges across the state in anticipation of Hurricane Sandy:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>  Christie Administration Urges Preparedness for New Jersey Pet Owners in Hurricane Sandy’s Path</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121029m.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The New Jersey Department of Agriculture is passing along this message from the American Veterinary Medical Foundation, with specific steps to take in safeguarding pets during evacuations as a result of Hurricane Sandy:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Administración Christie alienta cierre de las escuelas el día martes para garantizar la seguridad de los estudiantes de New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121029l.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;El Comisionado de Educaci&amp;oacute;n de New Jersey Chris Cerf emiti&amp;oacute; la siguiente declaraci&amp;oacute;n el d&amp;iacute;a de hoy alentando el cierre de las escuelas el d&amp;iacute;a martes para garantizar la seguridad de los estudiantes en previsi&amp;oacute;n de los peligros del hurac&amp;aacute;n Sandy:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>  Christie Administration Encourages Tuesday Closure of Schools to Ensure Student Safety</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121029k.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Jersey Education Commissioner Chris Cerf released the following statement today, encouraging closure of schools to ensure student safety in anticipation of Hurricane Sandy:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Administraci&amp;oacute;n  Christie activa l&amp;iacute;nea directa y prepara a voluntarios que puedan responder y  llevar ayuda en sus vecindarios</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121029j.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Los habitantes de New Jersey pueden prepararse como voluntarios para ayudar a sus propios vecinos a recuperarse de los da&amp;ntilde;os causados por el hurac&amp;aacute;n Sandy en sus comunidades.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Cierran otras 66 millas&amp;nbsp; de la autopista&amp;nbsp; Garden State  Parkway,&amp;nbsp; en previsi&amp;oacute;n del impacto del hurac&amp;aacute;</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121029i.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;La Autoridad Portuaria de New Jersey dispondr&amp;aacute; el cierre de la autopista Garden State Parkway en ambas direcciones al sur de la ruta 129 de intercambio en Woodbridge Tonwsnhip a partir del 4 de la tarde de hoy lunes.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Additional 66 Miles of Garden State Parkway to Close in Anticipation of Hurricane Sandy Impact</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121029g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The New Jersey Turnpike Authority will close the Garden State Parkway in both directions south of Interchange 129 in Woodbridge Township as of 4 p.m. Monday&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Port Authority to Close Holland Tunnel at 2:00 P.M.</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121029f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey will close the Holland Tunnel at 2 p.m. today. Travelers are urged to seek an alternate crossing beginning around noon as workers begin the shutdown.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>  Christie Administration Issues Storm Fire Safety Precautions</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121029e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) Commissioner Richard E. Constable, III today issued a warning to residents regarding potential dangers as a result of the effects of Hurricane Sandy. New Jerseyans should be prepared for the possibility of the loss of electric power, in some cases for extended periods of time.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Gobernador Chris Christie anuncia la declaración de emergencia federal para EL Estado de New Jersey - Es elegible para reembolso de Pre-Emergencia (Pre-Landfall Emergency)</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121029d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;El gobernador Christie anunci&amp;oacute; hoy que ayuda federal para el Estado de New Jersey esta disponible para complementar los esfuerzos estatales y locales  en respuesta a la situaci&amp;oacute;n de  emergencia provocada por el Hurac&amp;aacute;n Sandy.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Garden State Parkway Closed From Exit 38 at Atlantic City Expressway to Southern Terminus in Cape May County - Motorists Should Anticipate Significant Closures on Turnpike and Parkway as Conditions Continue to Deteriorate</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121029c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The New Jersey Turnpike Authority announced that it has closed the Garden State Parkway to traffic in both directions from Exit 38 at the Atlantic City Expressway to the toll road&amp;rsquo;s southern terminus in Cape May County.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Activates Volunteer Emergency Response Hotline - Volunteers Asked to Call 1-800-JERSEY-7</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121029b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Jersey residents can help their neighbors recover from storm damage Hurricane Sandy may cause by volunteering in their communities. Depending on the severity of the approaching storm, volunteers may be needed to help with a variety of clean-up activities.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Announces Federal Emergency Declaration for New Jersey - Pre-Landfall Emergency Costs Eligible for Reimbursement</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121029a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie announced today that federal aid has been made available to the State of New Jersey to supplement the state and local emergency response efforts resulting from Hurricane Sandy. On Sunday, Governor Chris Christie formally requested that President Barack Obama declare a pre-landfall emergency for New Jersey. This declaration allows the State to request funding and other assistance for actions taken in advance of Hurricane Sandy, which is expected to make landfall in New Jersey late Monday evening.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Gobernador Chris  Christie anuncia cierre de las oficinas estatales ma&amp;ntilde;ana lunes&amp;nbsp; por  efectos del hurac&amp;aacute;n</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121028m.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;El gobernador  Chris Christie autoriz&amp;oacute; hoy el cierre de todas las oficinas del Estado de New  Jersey para&amp;nbsp; el lunes, 29 de octubre 2012, debido al impacto inminente del  hurac&amp;aacute;n Sandy y las peligrosas condiciones meteorol&amp;oacute;gicas.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Sunday Evening Press Briefing On Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121028l.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Port Authority Bus Terminal Expects Service Suspensions By Bus Carriers Due to Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121028k.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Contact: Port Authority of New York and New Jersey&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>La Administraci&amp;oacute;n  Christie&amp;nbsp; anuncia la suspensi&amp;oacute;n total de los servicios de NJ Transit&amp;nbsp;  a partir de esta tarde</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121028j.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Los servicios a&amp;nbsp;  Atlantic City cierran a las 4:00 pm debido a la evacuaci&amp;oacute;n y todas las dem&amp;aacute;s  l&amp;iacute;neas deber&amp;aacute;n suspender esta noche Autobuses Trenes Ligeros, acceso a otras  l&amp;iacute;neas se suspender&amp;aacute;n a las 2:00 am&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>Gobernador Chris  Christie solicita que New Jersey sea declarada en&amp;nbsp; Pre-Emergencia en  previsi&amp;oacute;n al Hurac&amp;aacute;n Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121028i.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton,  NJ -  El gobernador Chris Christie solicit&amp;oacute; esta ma&amp;ntilde;ana formalmente que el presidente  Barack Obama declare a New Jersey en pre-emergencia (pre-lanfall emrgency).&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: Don&#39;t Be Stupid, Get Out</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121028h.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Press Briefing In Pompton Lakes On Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121028g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Requests Pre-Landfall Emergency Declaration for New Jersey in Anticipation of Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121028f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Governor Chris Christie this morning formally requested that President Barack Obama declare a pre-landfall emergency for New Jersey.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>MVC Prepares for Service Interruptions</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121028e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) customers are advised that all agencies, inspection stations and driver testing centers will be closed on Monday, October 29 due to Hurricane Sandy&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>PATH Service to Be Suspended Beginning Midnight Sunday</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121028d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Airlines Expected to Cease Flight Activity Tonight, and Tunnel and Bridge Closures Are Being Evaluated&amp;nbsp;CONTACT: Port Authority of New York and New Jersey 212-435-7777&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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         <title>New Jersey National Guard, Airmen Prepare to Support New Jerseyans During Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121028c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; The 108th Wing activated today approximately 150 Airmen to conduct defense support to civil authorities in anticipation of Hurricane Sandy&amp;rsquo;s landfall&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Full Suspension of NJ Transit Service, Beginning this Afternoon</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121028b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Atlantic City Line to Close by 4:00 pm Due to Evacuation of Atlantic City; All Other Lines to Begin Shutdowns Later This Evening Bus, Light Rail, Access Link to Suspend Operations at 2:00 am Customers Encouraged to Visit NJTransit.com for Service Updates&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Announces Monday Closure of State Offices Ahead of Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121028a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Governor Chris Christie today authorized the closure of all State Offices for Monday, October 29, 2012 due to the impending impact of Hurricane Sandy and dangerous weather conditions.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Toll Suspension On Garden State Parkway Northbound And Atlantic City Expressway Westbound</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121027j.html</link>
         <description>&lt;P&gt;The Christie Administration announced that tolls will be suspended on the northbound Garden State Parkway and westbound Atlantic City Expressway starting at 6 a.m. Sunday&lt;/P&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces Suspension Of Gaming Activity Due To Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121027i.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Christie Administration  has announced the suspension of gaming activity as of 3:00 p.m. Sunday October 28, 2012 with the properties closing at 4:00 p.m.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Begins Preparations For Possible NJ TRANSIT System Shutdown</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121027h.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;This evening, the Christie Administration  announced that preparations have officially begun for the potential shutdown of  NJ TRANSIT bus, rail, light rail and Access Link service, effective Monday,  October 29.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Urges Most Vulnerable New Jerseyans To Be Prepared Ahead Of Hurricane Sandy </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121027g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Department of Human Services Commissioner Jennifer Velez today advised aging residents and individuals with disabilities and their families to finalize their emergency preparedness plans in advance of Hurricane Sandy&amp;rsquo;s expected landfall on Monday.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Urges Most Vulnerable New Jerseyans To Be Prepared Ahead Of Hurricane Sandy </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121027f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Department of Human Services Commissioner Jennifer Velez today advised aging residents and individuals with disabilities and their families to finalize their emergency preparedness plans in advance of Hurricane Sandy&amp;rsquo;s expected landfall on Monday.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: If It Looks Stupid, It Is Stupid</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121027e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Press Briefing In Monmouth County On Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121027d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Warns Merchants Against Price Gouging During Declared State of Emergency</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121027c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Upon declaring a state of emergency today, Governor Chris Christie issued a forceful reminder to merchants: Price gouging during a state of emergency is illegal; will be investigated by the Attorney General and Division of Consumer Affairs; and will result in significant penalties.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Announces System-Wide Cross Honoring in Advance of Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121027b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Customers Advised to Monitor Forecasts, Plan Accordingly&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Hurricane Sandy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Declares Statewide Weather State of Emergency Ahead of Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121027a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Anticipating severe weather conditions including high winds, rain, coastal, stream and river flooding, and the storm&amp;rsquo;s potential to threaten the public&amp;rsquo;s health and safety, Governor Chris Christie today declared a state of emergency throughout the state...&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>El  Gobernador Chris Christie Declara New Jersey en Estado de Emergencia Ante la  Llegada del Hurac&amp;aacute;n Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121027.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Previniendo las condiciones clim&amp;aacute;ticas severas, vientos fuertes, lluvia, una fuerte corriente costera, las inundaciones de los r&amp;iacute;os, y el potencial de la tormenta que amenaza la salud p&amp;uacute;blica y la seguridad, el gobernador Chris Christie declar&amp;oacute;&amp;nbsp; en estado de emergencia en todo el Estado de New Jersey&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Issues Generator Safety Advisory Ahead of Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121026c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;State Fire Officials Warn of Electrocution Risk from &amp;ldquo;Backfeeding&amp;rdquo; of Power Lines&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Takes Action to Mitigate Potential Impact From Hurricane Sandy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121026b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Approves Lowering of North Jersey Reservoirs&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121026a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Yesterday, Governor Christie filed the following nominations and direct appointment with the State Senate and Secretary of State&amp;rsquo;s Office.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: This Is A Tribute To Those Who Have Sacrificed So Much For This Country </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121025c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie To High School Student: I Don&#39;t Want To Be The First Generation To Fail You</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121025b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Signs Legislation to Name Route 31 as &quot;Tri-County Purple Heart Memorial Highway&quot;</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121025a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Designation Pays Tribute to All Military Heroes&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Helping Homeowners [pdf 70kB]</title>
         <link>http://nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20121024a.pdf</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie Is Committed To Helping Struggling New Jersey Families Stay In Their Homes&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno, Brigadier General Michael Cunniff and Congressman Jon Runyan Recognize 46 Brave New Jersey Veterans With Medals for their Service</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121023c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Heroes from Ocean, Atlantic, Middlesex and Bergen Counties Honored for Service to America&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie On HIV/AIDS Funding: Every Life Is Precious</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121023b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Healthcare</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Announces $19.5 Million in State Funding to 54 Organizations Statewide for Vital Care, Treatment and Prevention of HIV/AIDS</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121023a.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Healthcare</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Spotlights Manufacturing Sector Support of Local Businesses in Visit to Tinton Falls’ Ranger Industries</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121017a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Firm&amp;rsquo;s Purchase of Local Goods and Services Boosts Local Economy and Job Creation&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 17 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Christie: You Can&#39;t Win The Fight Unless You&#39;re In The Fight</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121016d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Christie: I&#39;m Trying To Make The Lives Easier For People Like My Mom And Dad</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121016c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Fighting For Taxpayers [pdf 75kB]</title>
         <link>http://nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20121016b.pdf </link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Since Taking Office, One Of Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Highest Priorities Has Been To Protect Taxpayers And Rein In The Cost Of Government&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Announces $116 Million in New Local Property Tax Relief for New Jersey Families </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121016a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Historic Pension and Tool Kit Reforms Bring Even Greater Savings to Property Taxpayers&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie On Growing Jobs: Lower Taxes, Increase Incentives And Reduce Regulation</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121012c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title> Governor Christie: What If They Aren&#39;t A Good Samaritan?</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121012b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: You Need A Trenton-To-English Dictionary To Understand Democrats</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121012a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno and New Jersey Devils Celebrate Albany Devils Hockey Coming Back To Atlantic City</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121011a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Four Sunday Games Against Top Eastern Conference Rivals to Be Played at Boardwalk Hall&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>First Lady Mary Pat Christie Recognizes Gian Paul Gonzalez for His Work to Inspire At-Risk Youth</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121010a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Union City Teacher is Named October&amp;rsquo;s New Jersey Hero&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: Increased Funding For More Family Success Centers Is Changing Lives</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121009b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Protects Funding and Expands Access to Services for New Jersey’s Most Vulnerable Families and Children</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121009a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Christie Administration Secures $12 Million in Funding for Family Success Centers, While Adding Seven New Centers Throughout the State&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 09 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Takes Action on Pending Legislation</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121005b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Governor Chris Christie has taken action on the following legislation:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Salutes Selfless Service of 1.5 Million New Jersey Volunteers at Governor’s Volunteerism Conference</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121005a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Six Hundred Volunteers From Across the State Attend &amp;ldquo;The Power of Volunteering: Compassion in Action&amp;rdquo; Conference&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Fallen Military Serviceman</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121004e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Kim Guadagno signed the Executive Order No. 103&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
      </item>

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         <title> Governor Chris Christie Files Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121004d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie filed the following nomination, direct appointments and departmental appointments subject to the Governor&amp;rsquo;s approval with the State Senate and Secretary of State&amp;rsquo;s Office.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>First Lady Mary Pat Christie Announces Artist Dan Fenelon and Morristown High School Arts Mentoring Program to Design New Jersey’s 2012 National Christmas Tree Ornament</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121004c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;First Lady Mary Pat Christie announced today she has selected Madison-based artist Dan Fenelon, in collaboration with the Morristown High School Arts Mentoring Program, to design and create this year&amp;rsquo;s official New Jersey state ornament for the 2012 National Christmas Tree display in Washington, DC.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie On Unions: I Am Not In Favor Of Anyone Getting A Free Ride </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121004b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Union Carpenter To Governor Christie: I Offer You My Hand </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121004a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Kicks-Off Month-Long Tour of the Garden State’s Manufacturing Sector at Metem Corporation in Parsippany</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121003a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Precision Machining Leader Demonstrates How New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s Highly Educated and Skilled Workforce is Key Factor in Company&amp;rsquo;s Success&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: Early Cancer Detection Really Hits Home For Me</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121002c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Healthcare</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: We’re Committed To Funding Early Cancer Detection</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121002b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Healthcare</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Continues to Protect Most Vulnerable with $12 Million in Funding for Life Saving Early Cancer Detection Program</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121002a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Visits with Former and Current Patients at Hunterdon Regional Cancer Center&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Healthcare</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: We Are Doubling Down On Health Clinics For Women In New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121001d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title> Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Announces Destination Marketing Organization Grants For Regional Tourism Promotion </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121001c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Fourteen Organizations Receive $1.3 Million To Attract Visitors And Expand New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s Travel and Tourism Industry&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Announces Ratification of American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Contract</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121001b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;AFSCME Financial Terms Consistent with All Other Negotiated Public Employee Contract Agreements&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Announces $50 Million in Funding For New Jersey&#39;s Community Health Centers</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20121001a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Highest-Ever Funding Commitment in Fiscal Year 2013 Budget to Care for State&amp;rsquo;s Most Vulnerable Announced at Zufall Health Center in Dover&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Honors Parents of Fallen Military Sons And Daughters</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120930a.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Presents Summit First Aid Squad with Steel From The World Trade Center </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120928a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Steel to Be Part of 9/11 Memorial Tribute to Fallen Squad Member&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Christie To Legislative Democrats: I&#39;ve Been Nice Up To This Point </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120927c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: Democrats Are Saying Even The Dead Cost Us Money</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120927b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Sick Of Waiting [pdf 85kB]</title>
         <link>http://nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20120927a.pdf</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Jersey Taxpayers Are Footing The Bill For 659 Days Of Legislative Inaction On Ending Sick Leave Payouts&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Failure To Check The Boxes [pdf 35kB]</title>
         <link>http://nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20120926a.pdf</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;After Two Years Of Delay and Inaction, It Is Time For The Legislature To Check The Boxes On Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Middle-Class Agenda Reforms&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Christie Administration Announces New Statewide Program To Expand Export Opportunities and Create Jobs for New Jersey Small Businesses</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120925a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Jersey State Trade and Export Promotion (STEP) Program to Provide Training and Export Assistance to New Jersey Exporters&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Travels to Cumberland and Salem Counties in Support of Grants for Important Local Infrastructure Projects</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120924d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Upper Deerfield Township And Lower Alloways Creek Township To Receive Grants For Upgrades To Local Roads&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Where Are They Now? [pdf90kB]</title>
         <link>http://nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20120924c.pdf</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;While The Legislature Has Failed To Act On Bipartisan Tax Relief For 85 Days, It Seems Like Just A Few Months Ago Democrats Were Eager To Bring Tax Relief To New Jersey Families&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Everybody Wins When We Do Things The Responsible Way</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120924b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Groundbreaking of Catrambone Elementary School Continues New Era of Efficient and Cost-Effective School Construction Under Governor Christie</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120924a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Announces $500 Million in SDA Construction Projects Statewide to Commence Within the Next 6 Months&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Takes Action on Legislation to Advance Workplace Gender Equality</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120921g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Workplace Anti-Discrimination Notice Requirement to Take Effect&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Signs Legislation to Help Young New Jerseyans Avoid Drug Use</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120921e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&amp;ldquo;Hooked on Fishing-Not on Drugs&amp;rdquo; Program Will Provide School Children with Access to Fishing and Outdoor Activities&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2012</pubDate>
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Honors National POW/MIA Recognition Day in New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120921d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie issued the following statement on National POW/MIA Recognition Day to remember and honor Americans taken as Prisoners of War or Missing in Action&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2012</pubDate>
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Signs Ban on Slaughter and Sale of Horsemeat for Human Consumption in New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120921c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie signed A-2023, legislation banning the in-state slaughter of horses, the transport of horses to slaughter, and the sale of horsemeat, for human consumption.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Signs Lifesaving Janet’s Law</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120921b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Law Makes Automated External Defibrillators (AED) and Cardiac Emergency Action Plans a Requirement in All New Jersey Schools&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Takes Action on Pending Legislation</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120921a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Governor Chris Christie has taken action on the following legislation:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Highlighting The Arts As An Engine for Economic Growth, Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Visits Mayo Performing Arts Center In Morristown</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120920c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;MPAC Bolsters Tourism, Supports Jobs And Generates Revenue For Historic Downtown And Beyond&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120920b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Today, Governor Christie filed the following nominations with the State Senate.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>A Taxing Delay [pdf 55kB]</title>
         <link>http://http://www.nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20120920a.pdf </link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Legislature Has Been Blocking Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Bipartisan Middle-Class Tax Relief Proposal For 81 Days Now&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo Release Joint Statement Regarding Phase II Interim Report on Port Authority</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120919c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and New Jersey Governor Chris Christie released the following statement regarding the Phase II Interim Consultant&amp;rsquo;s Report on the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Assembly Cares More About Politics Than They Care About Progress</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120919b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>What Will $775 Buy You? [pdf 450kB]</title>
         <link>http://www.nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20120919a.pdf </link>
         <description>The Legislature Has Failed To Act On Governor Christie’s Bipartisan Compromise Tax Relief Proposal. What Could A Family Buy With The Average $775 This Legislative Inaction Is Costing You?</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Highlights Importance of Revitalization Efforts to Renaissance of New Jersey’s Downtowns During Hammonton Visit  </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120918d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Community Vision And Determination Create Vibrant And Exciting Downtown District Generating Jobs And New Future For Hammonton&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: I Ain&#39;t Doing This To Put On A Show</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120918c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: The Spending Happens And The Tax Cutting Never Comes</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120918b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>By The Numbers: The Christie Middle-Class Reform Agenda [pdf 95kB]</title>
         <link>http://nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20120918a.pdf </link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;A Look At What Legislative Inaction On Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Common-Sense, Middle-Class Reforms Means For New Jersey Taxpayers&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie To Firefighters: That&#39;s The Deal We Made And That&#39;s The Deal I&#39;m Going To Keep</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120917e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 17 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie To Firefighters: If We Keep Listening To Each Other, Than There Is Hope</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120917d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 17 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Where Are They Now?  [pdf 130kB]</title>
         <link>http://nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20120917b.pdf</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;As The Legislature&amp;rsquo;s Delay In Taking Up Ethics Reform Reaches 741 Days, We Get A Little Nostalgic For An Earlier Time, A Simpler Time, When Democrats Seemed Willing To Take Up The Cause&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 17 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Statement on Rosh Hashanah </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120917a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&quot;As Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of the High Holy Days for Jewish families in New Jersey and around the world, I would like to extend my warmest greetings for a happy and healthy new year. . .&quot;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 17 Sep 2012</pubDate>
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         <title>Statement from Governor Chris Christie in Honor of Hispanic Heritage Month</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120915a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie released the following statement today in recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, which begins today and runs through October 15.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 17 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
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         <title>What They Were Saying: &quot;Governor Christie Is Right On The Money With His Insistence On Ethics Reforms&quot; [pdf 71kb]</title>
         <link>http://www.nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20120914a_Governor Christie Is Right On The Money With His Insistence On Ethics Reforms.pdf</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Rome Wasn&#39;t Built In A Day [pdf 104kb]</title>
         <link>http://www.nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20120913a.pdf</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2012</pubDate>
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         <title>Governor Christie: New Jersey Has Earned The Right To Be Proud Of Itself Again</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120912d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Casting the Spotlight on the Arts, Economic Development and Jobs, Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Tours Millburn’s Paper Mill Playhouse</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120912c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;73-Year-Old Theater Creates Jobs And Enthusiasm to Millburn&amp;rsquo;s Downtown&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Unethical Delay [pdf 51kb]</title>
         <link>http://www.nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/2012.09.12 Unethical Delay.pdf</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>The Christie Middle-Class Reform Agenda [pdf 67kb]</title>
         <link>http://www.nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/The Christie Middle-Class Reform Agenda.pdf</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;After Two Years Of Delay And Inaction, It Is Time For The Legislature To Move Forward On Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Common-Sense Reforms To Improve The Lives Of Middle-Class New Jerseyans&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Statement From Governor Chris Christie on the Eleventh Anniversary of September 11th</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120911a.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
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         <title>Statement from Governor Chris Christie Regarding Agreement on Construction of the 9/11 Museum</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120910c.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: I Can&#39;t Explain Their Numbers</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120910b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Putting Children First</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120910a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Through Historically High Resources For Our Schools Combined With Revolutionary, Bipartisan Reforms, Governor Christie Is Working To Ensure Every Child Has Access To A Quality Education&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie On Emergency Preparedness: Mistakes Will Not Be Tolerated</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120905e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Highlights Significance of New Jersey’s Arts Programs to State Economy in Visit to the Long Beach Island Foundation for the Arts and Sciences</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120905d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Non-Profit Arts Center Wins National &amp;ldquo;Our Town&amp;rdquo; Planning Grant to Support Community Economic Growth through the Arts&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie To Goya: We Are Proud To Be Partners With You</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120905b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie &amp; Jimmy Fallon Duet: &quot;Thunder Road&quot;</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120905a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Opens Allergan’s New Research and Development Center </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120904a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Bridgewater Facility Holds Potential for Nearly 400 New, High Paying Jobs&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Sep 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Announces $300,000 Training Grant to Employ Local Newark Residents at New Construction Projects</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120830a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Funding Will Help Women and Minorities Acquire Skills and Increase Employment Opportunities&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Concludes Agribusiness Tour at Tomasello Winery and Vegetable Processors Seabrook Brothers &amp; Sons</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120829a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Family-Owned Companies Create South Jersey Jobs and Supply Products to International Markets&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Acting Governor Kimberly M. Guadagno Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Fallen Military Serviceman</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120828a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ - Acting Governor Kimberly M. Guadagno signed Executive Order 101&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Why The Hell Would I Want To Leave?</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120824b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Energy and the Environment</category>   
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         <title>What They&#39;re Saying II: &quot;A Legacy Day For The State Of New Jersey&quot;</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120824a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Voices Across The State Continue To Praise The &amp;ldquo;Transformative&amp;rdquo; Higher Education Reorganization That &amp;ldquo;Joins A Growing List Of Bipartisan Achievements&amp;rdquo;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Visit to Chia Sin Farm Focuses on Diversity of New Jersey’s Agribusinesses</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120823c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Visit to Chia Sin Farm Focuses on Diversity of New Jersey&#39;s Agribusinesses&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Reaffirms Commitment to New Jersey’s Healthy Shore and Tourism Economy with Visit to Sea Isle City Boardwalk</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120823b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: I Will Continue To Change People&#39;s Image Of This State</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120823A.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Today Brings A New Era Of Higher Education For This State </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120822f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: I Am Who I Am </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120822e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Letter To Governor Christie: God Bless You, Now I Don’t Have To Move Out Of New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120822d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>What They&#39;re Saying: A “Promising New Era” For Higher Education</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120822c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Signing Of The &amp;ldquo;Landmark&amp;rdquo; Higher Education Reorganization Bill &amp;ldquo;Will Create A World-Class Network Of Institutions&amp;rdquo; And &amp;ldquo;Transform Higher Education In New Jersey&amp;rdquo;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>First Lady Mary Pat Christie Announces Ten Recipients of New Jersey Heroes Heart of a Hero Scholarship</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120822b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Partnership with Walmart Provides Military Service Members with $100,000 in Educational Scholarships&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 22 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Signs Historic Legislation to Reorganize and Secure Future of New Jersey’s Higher Education System </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120822a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Bipartisan Higher Education Achievements Create Three Centers of Excellence, Strengthen State&amp;rsquo;s Economic Future and Competitiveness and Move Forward $750 Million Capital Investment&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 22 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Nominations</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120820c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today, Governor Christie filed the following nominations with the State Senate.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Stop Rooting For Failure</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120820b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Energy and the Environment</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Promotes New Jersey’s Clean Beaches and Shore Economy in Visit to Asbury Park Boardwalk</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120820a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Christie Administration Actions Are Preserving Future of State&amp;rsquo;s Beaches and Shore Communities&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Energy and the Environment</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Visit to Readington River Buffalo Company Focuses on Impact of Locally-Grown Business Support for Local Economies </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120815a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Bison Farm Buys and Sells Locally, Supporting Jobs and Business within Readington Community&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 15 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Direct Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120813a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today,&lt;strong&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;Governor Christie filed the following direct appointments with the Secretary of State&#39;s Office.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 14 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Continues Agribusiness Tour at Griggstown Quail Farm and Market</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120810a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Poultry Farm Sells Products to Competitive Retail Outlets Across Tri-State Area&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Acting Governor Guadagno: This Administration Is A Huge Advocate For Veterans</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120808f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Takes Action on Pending Legislation</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120808e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Yesterday, Governor Chris Christie took action on the following legislation:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Signs Bill Designating Part of Route 42 as Purple Heart Memorial Highway</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120808d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Honors Military Servicemembers of the Past, Present and Future for Acts of Bravery&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Continues Month-Long Agribusiness Tour at Comarco Products in Camden</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120808c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Business Features Jersey Fresh Produce for Schools and Restaurants&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Rome Wasn&#39;t Built In A Day [pdf 105kB]</title>
         <link>http://nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20120808b_Rome.pdf</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>What They&#39;re Saying: &quot;Monumental&quot; </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120808a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Education Leaders Across New Jersey Praise Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Signing Of Tenure Reform As &amp;ldquo;An Essential Fiber In The Fabric Of Promoting Our Schools&amp;rdquo; And &amp;ldquo;A Blueprint For Effective Public Policy&amp;rdquo;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: This Is An Opportunity To Honor Alex</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120807d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Signs Bipartisan Legislation to Increase the Rights of Crime Victims in New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120807c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Alex DeCroce&amp;rsquo;s Law Honors Late Assembly Leader&amp;rsquo;s Commitment to the Victims&amp;rsquo; Rights Movement&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie On Sick Pay Reform: This Is A Matter Of Principle For Me </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120807b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Healthcare</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Kicks Off Month-Long Agribusiness Tour at Artisan Ketchup Maker First Field</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120807a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Small Business Showcases Home-Grown Jersey Fresh Tomatoes&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: This Is A Great Day For Good Teachers</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120806e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title> What They Are Saying: “A Change That’s Long Overdue” [pdf 100kB]</title>
         <link>http://nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20120806d_Teacher_Tenure.pdf</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Signing Of Teacher Tenure Reform Bill Is &amp;ldquo;Another Landmark Achievement&amp;rdquo; Representing &amp;ldquo;A Dramatic And Positive Step&amp;rdquo; For New Jersey Students&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Signs Revolutionary Bipartisan Tenure Reform Legislation Into Law </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120806c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Sweeping Reform of Nation&amp;rsquo;s Oldest Tenure Law Puts Best Teachers in Every Classroom and Demands Accountability for New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s Children&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie on K-12 Education: We Cannot Accept Failure</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120806b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video Flashback&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: I Believe It Is Obscene To Be Satisfied</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120806a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video Flashback&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>&quot;Fiscal Responsibility&quot;</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120803b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton Dictionary Corzine Democrats&#39; Edition&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>&quot;Fiscally Irresponsible&quot;</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120803a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton Dictionary Corzine Democrats&#39; Edition&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Trenton Dictionary Corzine Democrats&#39; Edition: &quot;Cut Taxes&quot; </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120802a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Only Corzine Democrats Would Consider A Tax Hike To Be A Tax Cut&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie’s Remarks at Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest New Jersey Launch</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120801c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;In Case You Missed It&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Corzine Democrats’ Edition: “Comeback”</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120801b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton Dictionary&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: New Jersey Will Continue To Stand With Israel </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120801a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Aug 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: New Jersey Is One Of The Leaders In Solar Energy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120731d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Energy and the Environment</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Takes Action on Pending Legislation</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120731c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie signed into law S-1304, legislation denying state and local public contracts to any person or entity engaged in investment activity in the energy or finance sectors of Iran.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Energizing New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120731b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Commitment To Renewable Energy Is Helping Protect New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s Environment And Promote Economic Growth&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Energy and the Environment</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120731a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Trenton, NJ - &lt;/strong&gt;Today,&lt;strong&gt; &lt;/strong&gt;Governor Christie filed the following nominations and direct appointments with the State Senate and Secretary of State&#39;s Office.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Statement from Governor Chris Christie Regarding Bipartisan Constitutional Amendment on Judicial Pensions</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120730a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie released the following statement regarding today&amp;rsquo;s bipartisan, decisive and overwhelming passage of a constitutional amendment to restore common sense to judicial pensions&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Visits Genewiz in South Plainfield and Burpee Materials Technology in Eatontown</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120727b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Emphasizes New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s Life Sciences Sector During Fastest Growing Business Tour&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Morphing Right Before Your Eyes Into Corzine Democrats</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120727a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Takes Action on Pending Legislation</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120726c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Today, Governor Chris Christie took action on the following legislation: Bills Vetoed: S-1761/A-1011; S-1322/A-1998&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Continues Fastest Growing Business Tour at Telesto Group</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120726b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Woman-Owned IT Company Named One of New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s 50 Fastest Growing Businesses&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>This Summer: Governor Chris Christie Brings Corzine Democrats, Back To The Future</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120726a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;While Governor Christie Continues His Endless Summer Tax Relief Tour, Let&#39;s Take A Look Back To A Time Corzine Democrats Seem Desperate To Return To&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Corzine Democrats Were For It Before They Were Against It</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120725b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Essential Beach Supplies</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120725a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;What You&amp;rsquo;ll Need To Track Down The Corzine Democrats And Get Them The Hell Off The Beach And Back To Work On Middle-Class Tax Relief&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Margaritaville Will Help Transform Atlantic City</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120724c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Camden Revitalization Makes New Jersey An Even Better Place</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120724b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Energy and the Environment</category>   
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         <title>&amp;ldquo;A Model  For Policymakers Across The Country&amp;rdquo;</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120724a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Solar Energy Legislation Signed By Governor Christie &amp;ldquo;Will Grow Our Economy&amp;rdquo;, &amp;ldquo;Create Jobs&amp;rdquo; And Keep New Jersey As &amp;ldquo;The Nation&amp;rsquo;s Solar Leader&amp;rdquo;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Energy and the Environment</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff to Honor Victims of Colorado Shooting Tragedy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120723d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Two Native New Jerseyans Among Victims&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie On Renewable Energy: This Is Not A Republican Or Democratic Issue</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120723c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Energy and the Environment</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: The New Jersey Comeback Has Begun, It Is Not Finished</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120723b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Energy and the Environment</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Builds on Record of Growing Renewable Energy Sources with Action to Strengthen Solar Market</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120723a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Bipartisan Legislation Advances Administration&amp;rsquo;s Commitment to Development of Renewable Energy Resources in New Jersey&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Energy and the Environment</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Direct Appointment</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120720b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie filed the following direct appointment with the Secretary of State&#39;s Office&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Continues New Jersey’s Fastest Growing Business Tour at AASKI Technology in Ocean/Eatontown </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120720a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Innovative Technology Firm&amp;rsquo;s Fast Growth Contributing to New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s Comeback&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>After Governor Christie Calls for Fast-Tracking Construction of Bayonne Bridge, Obama Administration Expedites “Raise the Roadway” Project</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120719h.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Transportation</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Announces Federal Disaster Aid Approved for 3 New Jersey Counties for Storm Damage Incurred from June 30, 2012 Storm</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120719g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Federal Government Approves Public Assistance for Atlantic, Cumberland, and Salem Counties; Individual Assistance Remains Under Review&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>&quot;A Unique Opportunity To Save Lives&quot;</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120719f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s &amp;ldquo;Revolutionary,&amp;rdquo; Bipartisan Expansion Of Mandatory Drug Court &amp;ldquo;Expands Access To The Life-Saving, Cost-Saving And Crime-Preventing Opportunities&amp;rdquo;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Saving Lives Is What This Is Really About For Me</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120719e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Cassandra Dock Is Proof That Citizens Can Help Get Things Done</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120719d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Follows Through on Commitment to Reclaim Lives with Landmark, Bipartisan Mandatory Drug Court Law</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120719c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Phased-In Program will Provide Mandatory Treatment in All 21 Counties&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Providing For Those In Need</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120719b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie Is Committed To Protecting New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s Most Vulnerable Citizens&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: No Life Is Disposable</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120719a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video Flashback&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Video: Acting Governor Guadagno: If You Won’t Drink And Drive, Don’t Text And Drive</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120718e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Signs Legislation to Assist in Criminal Prosecution of Hands-Free Cell Phone Law Violators</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120718d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Violators Causing Serious Crashes Face Prosecution Under Criminal Homicide or Assault-By-Vehicle Laws&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: Cutting Taxes Is What We Need To Do This Summer</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120718c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Visits DIVERSANT in Red Bank</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120718b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Latest Stop in New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s Fastest Growing Business Tour&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Then Vs. Now: The Corzine Era [pdf 140kB]</title>
         <link>http://nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20120718a..pdf</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;While Governor Christie Continues His Endless Summer Tax Relief Tour, Let&amp;rsquo;s Take A Look Back To A Time Corzine Democrats Seem Desperate To Return To&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: I Need Your Help To Deliver Tax Relief This Summer</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120716d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Video&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Fallen Military Serviceman</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120716c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ - Today, Governor Chris Christie signed Executive Order No. 99&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Stalling The Comeback</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120716b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Experts Agree That The Corzine Democrats&amp;rsquo; Plan To Raise Taxes Will &amp;ldquo;Be Damaging To Long Run Growth In New Jersey&amp;rdquo;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Time For Tax Relief</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120716a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;As Governor Christie Kicks Off The Endless Summer Of Tax Relief, Business Leaders, Economists And Garden State Residents Agree That The New Jersey Comeback Has Begun&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Sends a Letter to President Obama Requesting a Federal Declaration of Disaster for Atlantic, Cumberland and Salem Counties</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120713a.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Acting Governor Guadagno Signs Safety Law To Protect Individuals with Disabilities</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120712b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Signs Legislation Increasing Transportation Safety for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120712a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Law Protects Persons with Disabilities as They Travel on School Buses&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Transportation</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Fallen Police Officer </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120711c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today, Acting Governor Kim Guadagno signed the following Executive Order:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>New Jersey Climbs National Rankings for Economic Development</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120711b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;State Ranks Second in the Nation for Biotechnology Strength&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie By The Numbers</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120711a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;A Look Back At Everything Across Three Balanced Budgets&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: Every Life Is Precious</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120710a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: We Need Leaders Who Are Willing To Take Risks</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120709d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 09 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: Beware The Person Who Will Do Anything To Get Re-Elected</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120709c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 09 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: Please Don&#39;t Send Me Any More Money To Hire More Public Employees</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120709b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 09 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Announces New Office of International Business Development and Protocol During Visit to Evonik Degussa Corporation </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120709a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Office Will Focus on Increasing Global Investment in New Jersey as Part of Christie Administration&amp;rsquo;s Comprehensive Approach to Spur Job Growth&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 09 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Kicks Off New Jersey’s Fastest Growing Businesses Tour With Visit to Edison&#39;s SunDurance Energy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120705b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Administration&#39;s Improved State Business Climate Supporting Business Expansion, Job Growth and New Jersey&#39;s Comeback&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie YouTube Rewind</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120705a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Video&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Statement by Governor Chris Christie in Celebration of Independence Day</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120704a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today, Governor Chris Christie issued the following statement in commemoration of Independence Day:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Direct Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120703c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie filed direct appointments with the Secretary of State&amp;rsquo;s Office.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Christie On Varney &amp; Co: People Spend Their Money Better Than The Government Does </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120703b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Video&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Calls On State Legislature To Act On Tax Relief At Special Session</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120703a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Video&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Christie: What Are We Waiting For?</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120702d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Video&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Calls on Legislature to Join Him and Immediately Act to Deliver Middle-Class Tax Relief</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120702c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Vetoes $800 Million Tax Hike While Providing Middle-Class Tax Relief Proposal In Line With Bipartisan Tax Plans&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>New Jersey’s Bipartisan Comeback</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120702b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Governor Christie Calls On The Legislature To Pass Tax Relief, Building On Two And A Half Years Of Bold, Bipartisan Reform&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Calls On State Legislature To Act On Tax Relief At Special Session</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120702a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Remarks As Prepared For Delivery&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jul 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Calls Special Session To Make Case for Middle-Class Tax Cut</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120630a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Determined to reverse the path chosen by Democrats in the legislature to impose an $800 million tax hike on New Jersey residents, while holding middle-class tax relief hostage, Governor Chris Christie today called for a special session of the state legislature Monday.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Takes Action on Reorganization to Make Government Work Smarter and Better</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120629b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p style=&quot;text-align: left;&quot;&gt;&lt;em&gt;Bold Reorganization Centers on Principles of Simplicity, Accessibility and Comprehensiveness to Better Serve the Most Vulnerable&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>A Third Balanced Budget Without Raising Taxes</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120629aa.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Governor Christie Takes Action On A Fiscal Year 2013 Budget That Delivers Important Bipartisan Victories And Protects Priorities For The People Of New Jersey&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p align=&quot;center&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Christie Delivers Third Balanced Budget Without Raising Taxes, Protects Key Priorities for New Jerseyans</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120629a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Amends Budget to Restrict Spending to Lower Levels than FY2008 and FY2009 Budgets, Provides Sound $600 Million Surplus&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p align=&quot;center&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Concludes Statewide Life Sciences Tour with Visit to Enterprise Development Center at NJIT</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120628b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Newark Center Provides Important Resources, Services and Networking Opportunities for Businesses&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Statement from Governor Chris Christie Regarding Supreme Court Decision on Affordable Care Act</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120628a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Governor Chris Christie released the following statement regarding today&amp;rsquo;s decision. &amp;nbsp;...&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Continues Life Sciences Tour in Middlesex County with Stops at VaxInnate and PTC Therapeutics</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120627c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Pioneering Companies Highlight New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s Cutting-Edge Life Science and Biotechnology Industries&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: It Wasn&#39;t So I Win, It Was So You Win</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120627b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: I Am Giving No Advice On How To Run For President</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120627a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Christie: Tell Corzine Democrats To Get The Hell Off The Beach</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120626a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 26 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Statement from Governor Chris Christie on Passage of Budget Legislation</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120625b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie released the following statement: &quot;With today&amp;rsquo;s budget, Corzine Democrats reversed course and sent a loud and clear signal that they want to go back to the eight years prior to my administration when taxes and fees were raised every 25 days.&amp;nbsp;...&quot;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 22 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Nominations</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120625a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today, Governor Christie filed the following nominations with the State Senate. The Governor&amp;rsquo;s nominations are subject to the advice and consent of the State Senate.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 22 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>First Lady Mary Pat Christie and New Jersey Heroes Launch Heart of a Hero Continuing Education Scholarship for New Jersey Veterans</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120622b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Walmart Donates $100,000 to Scholarship Program&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 22 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Nominations</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120621c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ - Yesterday, Governor Christie filed the following nominations with the State Senate.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Statement from Governor Chris Christie Regarding Democratic Budget Proposal</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120621b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie released the following statement regarding today.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Continues Life Sciences Tour at Cetylite Industries </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120621a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Pennsauken Company Has Manufactured Medical Equipment in Garden State for 35 Years&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Christie Administration Welcomes Burlington Coat Factory’s Decision to Stay in New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120619d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Decision Keeps 626 Jobs in New Jersey, Company Plans to Add 120 More at New 180,000-Square-Foot Facility&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: I Fear, Corzine Democrats Are Back</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120619c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Video&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie’s Statement on The Celebration of Juneteenth </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120619b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Governor Chris Christie today issued the following statement recognizing Juneteenth, the oldest, nationally-celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Welcomes Juniper Networks to New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120619a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;New Facility Spurs Innovation, Helps Software Entrepreneurs Bring Their Product to Market Faster&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120618b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Today, Governor Christie filed the following nominations and direct appointments with the State Senate and Secretary of State&amp;rsquo;s Office. The Governor&amp;rsquo;s nominations are subject to the advice and consent of the State Senate.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
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         <title>Statement from Governor Chris Christie on Halfway House Oversight and Accountability</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120618a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Governor Chris Christie today issued the following statement concerning oversight and accountability in New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s halfway houses&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno’s Life Sciences Tour Stops at Amneal Pharmaceuticals</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120615a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Generic Drug Company Visit Highlights State&amp;rsquo;s Advantages to Life Sciences Companies&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 15 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Nominations</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120614e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Governor Christie filed the following nominations with the State Senate&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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      <item>
         <title> Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Visits Commercialization Center for Innovative Technologies as Part of Statewide Life Sciences Tour</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120614d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Center Provides Important Resources, Services and Networking Opportunities for Businesses&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie’s Statement on the Celebration of Flag Day</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120614c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Chris Christie issued the statement marking the 96th anniversary of Flag Day.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie: Best Month Of New Jersey Job Creation In 7 Years</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120614b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Video&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>The New Jersey Comeback </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120614a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Despite Some Assembly Democrats Rooting For Failure, Today&amp;rsquo;s Strong Jobs Report Is Further Evidence That The New Jersey Comeback Has Begun&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Being Governor Is Like Going To School</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120613e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Video&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Ready To Fight The Next 18 Days </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120613d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Video&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>&amp;ldquo;Sticking To Their Guns&amp;rdquo;</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120613c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Assembly Democrats &amp;ldquo;Holding Firm&amp;rdquo; On Their Obsession With Raising Taxes&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>A Commitment To Those Who Serve</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120613b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Governor Christie Is Committed To Providing Every Possible Support For New Jersey&#39;s Veterans And Their Families&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie: Help Me, Help You!</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120613a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Video&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim  Guadagno Begins Month Long Tour of New Jersey’s Life Sciences Sector</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120612a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Visit to MicroDose Therapeutx Highlights Sector&amp;rsquo;s Role in State&amp;rsquo;s Economic Development, Jobs&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Ben Bernanke, Bill Clinton and Larry Summers Agree With Me</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120608a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Nominations</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120607b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today, Governor Christie filed the following nominations with the State Senate.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie On His Mother: I Do This As My Tribute To Her </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120607a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Fallen Military Serviceman</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120606f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie signed Executive Order No. 96&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: It&#39;s Going To Be A Rough And Tumble 25 Days</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120606e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: You Are A Great Example Of Being Reasonable</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120606d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>They Said It!</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120606c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Former President Bill Clinton Agrees: Assembly Democrats Giving Up On Raising Taxes &amp;ldquo;Probably The Best Thing To Do Right Now&quot; To &amp;ldquo;Avoid The Fiscal Cliff&amp;rdquo;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Reduce, Reuse, Recycle</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120606b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;It&amp;rsquo;s Time For Assembly Democrats To Break Their Wasteful Cycle By Passing Sick Pay Reform And Joining Governor Christie And Senate Democrats To Pass Real Tax Relief&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie’s Statement on 68&lt;sup&gt;th&lt;/sup&gt;  Anniversary of D-Day</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120606a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie today released the following statement in recognition of the 68th Anniversary of D-Day, when Allied forces landed at Normandy during World War II:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>WWADD?</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120605a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;What Would Assembly Democrats Do If Governor Christie Wasn&amp;rsquo;t Blocking Their Obsession With Raising Taxes? The Last 868 Days Offer Some Hints&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: To Hell With The Consequences</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120604b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Governor Christie: To Hell With The Consequences&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>School’s Not Out Yet</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120604a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;With Just 27 Days Remaining Before The Budget Deadline, Summer Break Isn&amp;rsquo;t Here Just Yet For Legislators Who Still Have Work To Do&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Nominations</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120601b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Yesterday, Governor Christie filed the following nominations with the State Senate. The Governor&amp;rsquo;s nominations are subject to the advice and consent of the State Senate.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: These Last 30 Days Of The Legislative Session Are Insane</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120601a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Video&lt;/em&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Jun 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>First Lady Mary Pat Christie Delivers 500 Book Donation to The Children’s Institute in Verona to Promote National Summer Reading Initiative</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120531g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Association for Schools and Agencies for the Handicapped (ASAH) Honors First Lady with Humanitarian of the Year Award&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie On Bipartisanship After Democrats Reject Harris Nomination</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120531f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Governor Christie On Bipartisanship After Democrats Reject Harris Nomination&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Bruce Harris Was Never Given A Chance</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120531e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Governor Christie: Bruce Harris Was Never Given A Chance&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Rooting Against New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120531d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Assembly Democrats Wish For Failure To Feed Their Obsession With Raising Taxes While the Rest of the Garden State Joins the Jersey Comeback&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie On Bruce Harris Recusal: Democrats Just Make Stuff Up</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120531c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Video&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>&quot;Intellect, Demeanor And Experience&quot;</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120531b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Voices From Across New Jersey Agree, Bruce Harris Is Supremely Qualified To Sit On The New Jersey Supreme Court&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie On Bruce Harris: He Merits Their Vote </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120531a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Video&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Welcomes Amazon To New Jersey </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120530e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Video&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Making Newark The Best City It Can Be Makes New Jersey Better </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120530d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Video&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Energy and the Environment</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Announces Long-Term Partnership with Amazon.com to Open Two New Jersey Distribution Facilities </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120530c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Amazon Making Plans to Open Two New Jersey Facilities, Expected to Create Thousands of Jobs, Including 1,500 Permanent Jobs&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Amazon and Beyond [pdf 70kB]</title>
         <link>http://nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20120530_amazon.pdf</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Today&amp;rsquo;s Announcement With Amazon.com Highlights Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Commitment To Making New Jersey A Home For Job Creation and Economic Growth&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Obama Endorses Bruce Harris [pdf 35kB]</title>
         <link>http://nj.gov/governor/news/news/552012/pdf/20120530_Obama_Harris.pdf</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;&amp;hellip; Okay, Not Really. But He Sure Seems To Respect Bruce Harris&amp;rsquo; Resume More Than Nicholas Scutari And Senate Democrats&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Supremely Qualified: New Jerseyans Continue To Support Bruce Harris&#39; Nomination</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120529c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&amp;ldquo;I have known Bruce Harris since 1994, when I joined Riker Danzig&amp;rsquo;s commercial litigation group. His intelligence, integrity, judgment and work ethic are first rate. ...&quot;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Supremely Qualified: New Jerseyans Continue To Support Bruce Harris&#39; Nomination</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120529b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&quot;I have known Bruce for almost 18 years as a colleague, a client, and a friend. ...&quot;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>In Case You Missed It: Gloucester County Times: &quot;Approve Bruce Harris For N.J. Supreme Court&quot; </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120529a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;From &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.nj.com/gloucester/voices/index.ssf/2012/05/editorial_approve_bruce_harris.html&quot;&gt;The Gloucester County Times&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Invites Everyone To Come And &quot;Do AC&quot; </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120525d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Video&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>No One Agrees, Except … </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120525c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Senator Sarlo Suggests No One Agrees With Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Criticism Of OLS &amp;hellip; Former Governor Kean Would Beg To Differ&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: If They Give Bruce Harris A Fair Chance, He Will Be Confirmed</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120525b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Video&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>What They&#39;re Saying: Harris Supremely Qualified</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120525a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;While Democrats Malign Bruce Harris&amp;rsquo; Understanding of the Law, Voices Across New Jersey Praise Him As A &amp;ldquo;Brilliant Mind&amp;rdquo; Who Will &amp;ldquo;Serve The Court And Our State Well&amp;rdquo;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title> Governor Christie Launches Memorial Day Weekend Activities in Atlantic City</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120524e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Announces New Proposed Sports Betting Regulations&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Nominations</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120524d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today, Governor Christie filed the following notice of intent to nominate, nominations and withdrawal with the State Senate.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Rooting Against New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120524c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Assembly Democrats Wish For Failure To Feed Their Obsession With Raising Taxes While the Rest of the Garden State Joins the Jersey Comeback&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>In Case You Missed It: Bruce Harris Deserves &quot;Fair Hearing&quot; </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120524b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;From &lt;em&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.northjersey.com/news/opinions/editorials/153445205_Fair_hearing.html&quot;&gt;The Record&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Harris Supremely Qualified</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120524a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Democrats Questioning Bruce Harris&amp;rsquo; Understanding of the Law Is Outrageous Considering NJ Bar Endorsement, Backgrounds of Current SC Justices.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: They Had To Call The Dr. Kevorkian Of The Numbers</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120523c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Transportation</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: We Don&#39;t Want Washington DC Politics Here</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120523b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Feeling The Jersey Comeback</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120523a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;While Democrats Root For Failure Based On Moody&amp;rsquo;s Uninformed Claims, Business Leaders Across The Garden State Agree That The New Jersey Comeback Has Begun&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Supremely Political</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120522a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Nicholas Scutari&amp;rsquo;s Comments On Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Supreme Court Nominee Bruce Harris Prove That Democrats Are Just Playing Politics&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 22 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Christie Administration Announces Removal of Great Egg Harbor Bridge Fence</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120518a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Christie Administration today announced that the New Jersey Turnpike Authority has re-engineered the security fencing which will permit the removal of one-half mile of the fencing installed between the Great Egg Harbor and Drag Channel Bridges.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Transportation</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Marks a New Day for Fort Monmouth</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120517c.html</link>
         <description>Agreement with Army Paves the Way for State to Reclaim and Revitalize Region.</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Task Forces</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120517b.html</link>
         <description>Governor Christie filed the following nominations and direct appointments with the State Senate and Secretary of State’s Office. </description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Fallen Military Serviceman</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120517a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today, Governor Chris Christie signed the Executive Order No. 95&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie On Bipartisanship In New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120516b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;P&gt;&lt;EM&gt;Video&lt;/EM&gt;&lt;/P&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie &amp; Mayor Booker: Don’t Worry, We’ve Got This! </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120516a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 15 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Operation Shoebox Recipient Delivers New Jersey Heroes Banner to First Lady Mary Pat Christie</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120515a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Jersey Marine Returns Banner with Photos of Military Members Stationed in Afghanistan&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 15 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Nominations </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120514a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Today, Governor Chris Christie filed the following nominations with the State Senate. . .&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 14 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Takes Action on Pending Legislation </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120511b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Yesterday, Governor Chris Christie took action on the following legislation...&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Christie Administration Announces Ratification of Contract Agreement with State’s Largest Law Enforcement Unit </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120511a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Trenton, NJ - &lt;/strong&gt;Governor Chris Christie announced today that the membership of the Police Benevolent Association Local 105 have ratified a four-year contract ...&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 11 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Healthcare</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: No Chance That&#39;s Going To Happen </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120510c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Direct Appointment </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120510b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie filed the following direct appointment with the Secretary of State&amp;rsquo;s Office.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Prudently Vetoes Health Care Exchange Legislation While Fundamental Issues Still Unresolved by U.S. Supreme Court</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120510a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Calls It Premature to Enact Legislation While the Future of the Affordable Care Act Remains Uncertain&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
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         <title>Video:  Obsession</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120509a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Christie On Tenure Reform: It&#39;s About Valuing Teachers</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120508d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie To Hardworking Teacher: I Honor You</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120508c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Christie: I&#39;ve Never Met A Teacher Who Wouldn&#39;t Help</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120508b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Raising Your Taxes Is Their Main Attraction</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120508a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;840 Days Have Passed Since Governor Christie Took Office And Blocked Assembly Democrats&amp;rsquo; From Raising Taxes. No Wonder They&amp;rsquo;re Obsessed With Trying Again And Again.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Fallen Military Servicewoman </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120507b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today, Governor Chris Christie signed the following Executive Order&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
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         <title>A Clear Contrast</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120507a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Assembly Democrats Are Obsessed With Raising Taxes, While Governor Christie Has Fought To Lower Them&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 07 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Statement From Governor Chris Christie On Reaching An Agreement With The CWA</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120504c.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Guadagno:  BASF’s New North American Headquarters Shows New Jersey Comeback Continues</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120504b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Florham Park Building Provides 1,400 Workers with Innovative New Work Space&lt;/p&gt;
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         <pubDate>Sun, 02 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
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         <title>New Jerseyans Demand Action</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120504a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;With Just &lt;span style=&quot;text-decoration: underline;&quot;&gt;58 Days&lt;/span&gt; For The Legislature To Act, Leaders Across The State Are Voicing Support For Governor Christie&#39;s &quot;Bold&quot; Reform Agenda&lt;/p&gt;
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         <pubDate>Sun, 02 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Appointments </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120503e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today, Governor Chris Christie filed the following nominations and direct appointments with the State Senate and Secretary of State&amp;rsquo;s Office.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Takes Action on Pending Legislation</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120503d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie toaok ction on the following legislation&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>ICYMI: Governor Christie Addresses The American Federation For Children Summit</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120503c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Announces Membership of Joint Employer-Employee Retirement System Pension Committees to Secure Long-Term Solvency of Pension Systems </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120503b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Appointments Include Members to the State Police Retirement System Pension Committee, Police and Firemen&amp;rsquo;s Retirement System Local Pension Committee, and Public Employees&amp;rsquo; Retirement System Local Pension Committee&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Healthcare</category>   
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         <title>59 Days: By The Numbers</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120503a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;With Just 59 Days For The Legislature To Act, The Numbers Tell The Story Of The Important Work Before Them&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Please Excuse Peter From School, He Was With Me</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120502d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;P&gt;Video&lt;/P&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Christie: This Is A Fight I Really Want</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120502c.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Presents the Governor’s Jefferson Awards to New Jersey’s Outstanding Volunteers</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120502b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Award Recognizes Volunteerism Efforts of Individuals, Groups and Businesses&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>State Of &amp;ldquo;The State Of The State&amp;rdquo;</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120502a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;With Just 60 Days Remaining Before The Budget Deadline, The Legislature Is On The Clock&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Commemorates Jewish-American Heritage Month in New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120501a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie released the following statement in recognition of Jewish-American Heritage Month, which is observed each May.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 May 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: I Have To Rearrange My Sock Drawer</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120430c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie On Education: It’s Time To Make A Change</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120430b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Endorses Task Force Recommendations to Ensure New Jersey’s Children Graduate Ready for College or a Career</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120430a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;College and Career Readiness Task Force Report and New Graduation Rate Methodology Next Steps to Giving Every Child a Quality Education&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>First Lady Mary Pat Christie Names Brick Stars Coach Alex DePalma a New Jersey Hero for Empowering Individuals with Developmental Disabilities with Important Life Skills</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120427a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;With 25 years coaching experience, Alex DePalma was searching to make a difference in a new arena. So in 2009, he began the Brick Stars Challenger Program to bring together children and adults with developmental disabilities.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Direct Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120426c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie filed the following direct appointments with the Secretary of State&amp;rsquo;s Office.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: The Answer Is No</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120426b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: Democrats Hope You Don&#39;t Read The Fine Print</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120426a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Travels to Springfield to Hold a Town Hall on the New Jersey Comeback</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120425a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Tomorrow, Governor Christie will travel to Springfield to hold his fifteenth town hall of the year and discuss his Fiscal Year 2013 Budget priorities and continuing the New Jersey Comeback.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Names Members to Anti-Bullying Task Force</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120424a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Task Force Part of Bipartisan Legislation Signed in March Aimed at Strengthening Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Statement from Governor Chris Christie on the Passing of Charles McFadden, Jr.</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120423d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie the statement on the passing of Charles McFadden, Jr., 79, the father of Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 24 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie To The New Jersey Nets: Goodbye </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120423c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: One Simple Act Can Save Many, Many Lives</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120423b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Select</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Christie Signs Legislation to Raise Awareness of the Importance of Lifesaving Organ Donation</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120423a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Legislation Designates April as Donate Life Month in New Jersey&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Statement from Governor Chris Christie on Holocaust Remembrance Day</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120420d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Files Direct Appointments to New Jersey Commission on Holocaust Education&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Direct Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120420c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Yesterday, Governor Christie filed the following direct appointments with the Secretary of State&amp;rsquo;s Office.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Signs Jessica Rogers’ Law</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120420b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Legislation Gives Law Enforcement Tools to Appropriately Prosecute Incidents of &amp;ldquo;Road Rage&amp;rdquo;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: Jessica Is A Perfect Example Of How Precious Life Is</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120420a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: I&#39;m Just Looking To Be Me</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120419c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie On Democrats&#39; Obsession With Raising Taxes</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120419b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Employment First Is A Change In Mindset</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120419a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Takes Action to Combat Homelessness in New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120418b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Signs Executive Order to Form Interagency Council on Homelessness and Develop Ten-Year Plan&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie On Homelessness: We Need To Do Better </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120418a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Addressing Autism </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120417a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Christie Administration Is Committed To Providing Critical Programs And Services To Individuals With Autism And Their Families&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 17 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: You Elected Me To Take On The Big Problems </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120413b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie’s Full Speech at the George W. Bush Institute Conference on Taxes and Economic Growth</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120413a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video &amp;amp; Transcript&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: If I’m Not Your Cup Of Tea, Vote For Somebody Else</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120411c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Recognizes April as National Autism Awareness Month</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120411b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;This month, the Christie Administration is recognizing National Autism Awareness Month to highlight and increase participation in the many programs, services and support offered by the State to individuals with autism and their families.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Jersey To Jerusalem: A Mission Fulfilled</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120411a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;From Strengthening Ties To Promoting Trade And Reflecting On Our Shared Heritage Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Trade Mission To Israel Was A Resounding Success&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Christie Administration’s Economic Development Initiative Receives National Award From Business Facilities Magazine</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120410c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Jersey Partnership For Action, New Jersey Economic Development Authority Singled Out&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Christie: I&#39;m Not Looking To Be Loved</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120410b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: If You Can Do This In New Jersey, You Can Do It Anywhere</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120410a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Mashup Video: Local TV Coverage of Governor Christie&#39;s Trip to Israel</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120405c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>A Commitment To Those Who Serve</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120405b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Christie Administration Is Committed To Providing Every Possible Support For New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s Veterans And Their Families&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Signs Legislation Creating Landmark VETeach Program To Help Veterans Become Teachers</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120405.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Law Furthers Administration&amp;rsquo;s Commitment to Veterans by Establishing a Teaching Pilot Program at Richard Stockton College&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Files Direct Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120404c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today, Acting Governor Guadagno filed the following direct appointments with the Secretary of State&amp;rsquo;s Office.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Makes Appointments To The New Jersey Education Funding Task Force</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120404b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Experts to Examine and Recommend Common Sense Reforms to End Abuse and Manipulation of School Funding Formula&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Meets With Israeli President Shimon Peres</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120404a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration Partners With Prudential Financial, Inc. to Expand Employment Opportunities for New Jersey’s Veterans</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120403b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;&amp;lsquo;Operation Hire a Jersey Hero&amp;rsquo; Symposium Focuses on Connecting Employers With Veterans&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Continues Presenting New Jersey Communities with Steel From The World Trade Center</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120403a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;P&gt;Trenton, NJ – Acting Governor Kim Guadagno and Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Deputy Executive Director Bill Baroni visited Woodland Park today to present a piece of original steel from the World Trade Center for&lt;/P&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie And Family Meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120402f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Fallen Military Serviceman</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120402e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Acting Governor Kim Guadagno signed the&amp;nbsp;Executive Order No. 91&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Acting Governor Kim Guadagno Announces Nearly $3 Million In Community Development Block Grants For Cumberland And Salem Counties</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120402d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Funding Will Benefit Community Renovations in Small Cities&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie’s “Sincere And Down-To-Earth” Speech To AIPAC “Articulated A Responsible View Of America’s Role In The World”</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120402c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;What They Are Saying &amp;hellip;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>A Deep And Abiding Friendship</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120402b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie Builds Upon New Jersey And Israel&amp;rsquo;s &amp;ldquo;Uniquely Important, Mutually Beneficial Friendship&amp;rdquo;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Visit To Jerusalem Puts Christie On World Stage</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120402a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;In Case You Missed It -&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;From &lt;em&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.nj.com/news/index.ssf/2012/04/visit_to_jerusalem_puts_christ.html&quot;&gt;The Star-Ledger&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie: We&#39;re Leading and Making the Tough Choices</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120330a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Apr 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>First Lady Mary Pat Christie Names Partners for Women and Justice Co-Founder Jane Hanson A New Jersey Hero For Efforts To Empower Domestic Abuse Victims</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120328a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today, First Lady Mary Pat Christie honored Jane Hanson as a New Jersey Hero for her leadership and commitment to improve and protect the lives of women and children in the state.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie to Bruce Springsteen: Meet Me In Atlantic City</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120327e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie: Atlantic City Has A Strong And Bright Future</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120327d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno On Hand To ‘Power Up’ Rutgers University Institute’s New IBM Supercomputer In Piscataway</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120327c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;State Officials Highlight How University-Industry Partnerships and the Important Role High-Performance Computing Play in Implementing State Strategic Growth Plan&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Completed Revel Atlantic City Resort Marks A Turning Point For Christie Administration’s Revitalization Of Atlantic City</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120327b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie Tours Completed Resort Employing Over 5,000 New Jerseyans&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Betting On Atlantic City: Governor Christie’s Commitment To Atlantic City Is Helping To Ensure The New Jersey Comeback</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120327a.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Takes Action on Legislation</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120326c.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Joins Cumberland Officials To Support County’s Economic Development Strategy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120326b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;County Targets Industries For Future Growth&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 27 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Building the Jersey Comeback</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120326a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s FY 2013 Budget Continues Administration&amp;rsquo;s Commitment To Making The Garden State Competitive Again&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 26 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie: This Was A Circus, Not A Judicial Hearing</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120322d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie: They Forgot Their Oath, I&#39;m Not Forgetting Mine</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120322c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Supremely Qualified</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120322b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Voices From Across New Jersey Agree, Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s &amp;ldquo;Groundbreaking Nominees&amp;rdquo; Are &amp;ldquo;Well-Qualified&amp;rdquo; And &amp;ldquo;Historic&amp;rdquo;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Select</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Rev. Reginald T. Jackson Endorses Nominations Of Bruce Harris And Phillip Kwon To The New Jersey Supreme Court</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120322a.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Garden State Equality&#39;s Steve Goldstein: Proud to Stand with Governor Christie on Bruce Harris </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120321e.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Christie Announces Partnership with Freedom House to Support Homeless Veterans</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120321d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Select</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Former Assistant United States Attorneys Endorse Nomination Of Phillip Kwon To The New Jersey Supreme Court</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120321c.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>A Commitment To Those Who Serve</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120321b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie Is Committed To Providing Every Possible Support For New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s Veterans And Their Families&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Select</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Announces Partnership with Freedom House to Support New Jersey’s Homeless Veterans</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120321a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Trenton, NJ &amp;ndash; Governor Chris Christie today detailed plans for the start-up of Veterans Haven North, including a partnership with Freedom House, as part of an initiative to increase access to transitional housing and provide comprehensive care for New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s veterans.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie: Teachers Deserve A Union As Good As They Are</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120320e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Christie on Transforming Higher Education: We Will Create 3 Centers of Excellence</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120320d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Christie&#39;s Urban Scholarship Program Extends Promise of Higher Education Opportunity</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120320c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>What They Are Saying … Governor Christie’s Increase To Higher Education Aid Is “Welcome Relief To Students And Parents Across The State”</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120320b.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Extends Promise of Higher Education Opportunity to Families with $1 Million Governor’s Urban Scholarship Program</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120320a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Funding to Provide Financial Assistance for the Brightest Students in New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s Inner Cities and Urban Communities&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: We’ve Got Some Room To Negotiate</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120319c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie in Kearny: I&#39;m Going to Fight For You</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120319b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie’s Fiscal Year 2013 Budget Makes Education a Key Priority</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120319a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Increased Funding for Education &amp;amp; Bold Reform Agenda Delivers the Promise of a Quality Education for Every Child&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120316a.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 20 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>New Jersey Comeback Continues with Increased Tourist Visits and Near Record Level of Visitor Expenditures for 2011</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120315c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Hanson Commission Tourism Report Details Reorganization of NJSEA to Strengthen and Maximize Tourism Promotion in the Garden State&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Talk Vs. Action</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120315b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Democrats Are Finally Talking About Lowering Income Taxes, Now It&amp;rsquo;s Time For Them To Join Governor Christie In Taking Action To Make It A Reality&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>“Education Reform Has Waited Long Enough”</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120315a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Legislature Must Take Action To Ensure That Every New Jersey Child Receives A High Quality Education&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Direct Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120313b.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie: C&#39;mon Get Happy</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120313a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Congressman Donald M. Payne</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120312d.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie in Bordentown: Miracles Happen Every Day </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120312c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Christie Calls on Legislature to Enact Critical Education Reforms</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120312b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor&amp;rsquo;s Fiscal Year 2013 Budget Strengthens State Commitment to Education with Highest Level of Funding in State History&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>What They Are Saying … Governor Christie’s Increase in School Aid Is “Good News” And “Greatly Appreciate[d]” By Education Leaders Across the State</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120312a.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>What They Are Saying… Governor Christie’s 10% Income Tax Cut &amp; Increase To Earned Income Tax Cut Will “Stimulate The Economy” And “Improve New Jersey&#39;s Business Environment”</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120309e.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie: I&#39;ll Never Complain... This Job&#39;s No Tougher Than Yours</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120309d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie: Democrats Want to Cut Taxes? Amen! I&#39;m All In!</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120309c.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno and Christie Cabinet Officials Partner with Employers to Help New Jersey Veterans Find Jobs</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120309b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Job Fair Attracts More Than 40 Employers Ready to Hire Veterans&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Trenton Two-Step</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120309a.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie&#39;s Tax Cut is Turning Trenton Upside Down (Senator Codey Edition)</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120308a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Announces Bipartisan Legislative Fix to New Jersey&#39;s Anti-Bullying Law</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120307c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie&#39;s Tax Cut is Turning Trenton Upside Down (Senator Paul Sarlo Edition)</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120307b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie’s Budget Reinforces Commitment to Protecting New Jersey’s Most Vulnerable</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120307a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Governor&amp;rsquo;s fiscal year 2013 budget represents and reinforces his commitment to protect and care for the most vulnerable among us, including seniors, women and children with developmental disabilities.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno and Brigadier General Michael Cunniff Award Medals To 32 New Jersey Veterans</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120306f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno, joined by Brigadier General Michael Cunniff, the Acting Adjutant General and members of the New Jersey veterans community, presented medals to 32 New Jersey veterans in recognition of their outstanding individual service and sacrifice to America.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: When We Make Promises, We Deliver</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120306e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: You&#39;re Gonna Get Tax Relief in 2012</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120306d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Direct Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120306c.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie on Senator Sweeney&#39;s Income Tax Credit</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120306b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Audio &amp;amp; Transcript&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie&#39;s Tax Cut is Turning Trenton Upside Down (Senator Loretta Weinberg Edition)</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120306a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 12 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>New Jersey Sees Big Jump In New And Expanded Corporate Facilities</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120305b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Projects Show New Jersey Comeback Is Underway&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Takes Action to Root Out Waste and Abuse to Make Every Education Dollar Count</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120305a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Education Funding Task Force will Recommend Common Sense Reforms to End Abuse and Manipulation of School Funding Formula&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120302c.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie on Morning Joe’s Education Town Hall</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120302b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video Playlist&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>What They Are Saying … Governor Christie’s Bipartisan-Supported Drug Court Initiative Is “An Outstanding Idea” That Has “Superlative Merit” And “Tremendous Efficacy”</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120302a.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Select</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Announces $21 Million in Mitigation Grants for Home Acquisitions and Elevations in Seven Flood-Ravaged Communities</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120301i.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Phase II of Governor&amp;rsquo;s Accelerated &amp;ldquo;Buy-Out or Elevate&amp;rdquo; Program to Deliver Relief to Families and Strengthen Flood Readiness and Prevention Efforts&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Announces Expanded Drug Court Program</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120301h.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie in Westwood: Give Him Extra Credit</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120301g.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Select</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie: Investing in Higher Education is an Economic Issue</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120301f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie in Westwood: Drug Addiction Can Be Treated</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120301e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>What They Are Saying … Governor Christie’s Drug Treatment Program for Non-Violent Offenders is “Revolutionary”, “Wise”, “Heartfelt” and “Long Overdue”</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120301d.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Select</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Sends the Message That No Life is Disposable and Announces Initiative to Help Reclaim Lives by Breaking Cycle of Crime and Addiction</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120301c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Expanded Drug Court Initiative to Provide Mandatory Treatment in 21 Counties&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie on Tax Relief: It&#39;s Not a Gimmick</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120301b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie: Getting Smart About Drug Treatment</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120301a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Visits Tropical Cheese to Highlight Governor’s Budget</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120229a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Perth Amboy-Based Ethnic Food Company Symbolizes American Dream&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Select</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Nominations</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120227a.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie on Face the Nation: WARNING: Tax Cut in New Jersey Might Cause Disorientation</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120226a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>What They Are Saying … Governor Christie’s FY 2013 Budget “Rightly Addresses” the Needs of All New Jerseyans Across the Board</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120224a.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 28 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Select</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>First Lady Mary Pat Christie Highlights New Jersey Resident E.B. Lewis’s Artwork During Black History Month Exhibition</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120223c.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category></category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie: Bask in the Glory of That Statement</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120223b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Announces Highest Level of State K-12 District Aid in New Jersey History</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120223a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Incorporates Common Sense Measures to Make Every Education Dollar Count&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie on Imus: You Know Me, I&#39;m Not A Wallflower</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120222d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category></category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie on CNN&#39;s Piers Morgan Tonight: Politics is the Art of Possible</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120222c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Select</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie on CNN&#39;s Piers Morgan Tonight: Only In America</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120222b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Select</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Continuing the New Jersey Comeback: Budget Address Clips</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120222a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video Playlist&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Select</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Statement From Governor Chris Christie Regarding Conditional Veto of S1</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120217c.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>First Lady Mary Pat Christie Names YouthBuild Newark Founder Robert Clark A New Jersey Hero for Work to Prepare At-Risk Youth for Future Self-Sufficiency</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120217b.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120217a.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Fallen Military Serviceman</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120216c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today, Governor Chris Christie signed the following Executive Order:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Recognition of New Jersey Native Whitney Houston</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120216b.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Home Field Advantage</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120216a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;With The Announcement That MetLife Stadium Will Host WWE&amp;rsquo;s WrestleMania XXIX In 2013, New Jersey Has Solidified Itself As The Premier Destination For Sports And Entertainment Events&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 21 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title> Governor Christie Continues Implementation of Critical Reforms and Responsible Management of School Construction Spending with 2012 SDA Capital Projects</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120215a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Twenty School Projects Cost-Effectively Address Priority Educational Needs and Deficiencies for Children&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>New Jersey Signs Agreement with China’s Ministry of Commerce to Increase Trade and Investment</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120214c.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Proposes Constitutional Amendment to Reform Bail in New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120214b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Acts to Keep Dangerous Offenders Off Street with Constitutional Amendment to Reform Bail in New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120214a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Common Sense Changes Protect Communities and Improve Criminal Justice System&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 14 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Supremely Qualified: Support Continues to Pour in for Bruce Harris and Phil Kwon</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120213b.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 14 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: Judge Them On Their Merits</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120213a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 14 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Cuts Ribbon On New Trinity Solar Facility In Monmouth County</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120210b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Company&amp;rsquo;s Growth Is Latest Sign that Christie Administration&amp;rsquo;s Pro-Business Policies are Continuing the New Jersey Comeback&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Energy and the Environment</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>NJEA&#39;s Achievement Gap &quot;Straw Man&quot; Between Rich And Poor Students Has “Grown Substantially”</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120210a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;In Case You Missed It&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120209e.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Sometimes The Facts Aren’t Fair</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120209d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The NJEA Repeatedly Proves They&amp;rsquo;d Rather Ignore The Reality Facing New Jersey Children Trapped In Failing Schools Than Fix The Problem.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Christie Administration’s Broad Support For Life Sciences Industry Evident as Chromocell Corporation Adds 100th Employee</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120209c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Company&amp;rsquo;s Success Reflects Ongoing Commitment from State&amp;rsquo;s Economic Development Authority&amp;rsquo;s Technology Centre&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>New Jersey Leads the Way with Call for Statewide Accountability System to Turn Around Failing Schools</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120209b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New Jersey Leads the Way with Call for Statewide Accountability System to Turn Around Failing Schools&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie Selects Edward Dickson as Next Director of Homeland Security and Preparedness</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120209a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Dickson Brings Accomplished Career in Security and Law Enforcement to New Role&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie Continues Commitment to Clean Air with Aggressive Deadline for Power Plants to Reduce Emissions</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120208c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;2015 Emissions Deadline Announcement Coincides with New LS Power Natural Gas-Fired Generating Facility Groundbreaking&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Energy and the Environment</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie on NJEA: I Cannot Express How Disgusted I Am</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120208b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Red Tape Review Commission Issues Report Detailing Strategies to Cut Red Tape for Businesses and Non-Profits Throughout New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120208a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Commission Announces 2012 Efforts to Include Examining Obsolete Permits and Outdated and Confusing Laws&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo Release Joint Statement Regarding Phase I Interim Report on Port Authority</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120207b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and New Jersey Governor Chris Christie today released the following statement regarding the Phase 1 Interim Consultant&amp;rsquo;s Report on the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Calls Pearson’s Commitment to Stay in New Jersey and Locate 900 Jobs to Hoboken Sign the Jersey Comeback Continues</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120207a.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie’s interview with WFAN’s Boomer &amp; Carton</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120206b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Audio &amp;amp; Transcript&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>The Right Remedy For New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120206a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The &amp;ldquo;Long-Overdue&amp;rdquo; Higher Education Reorganization Endorsed By Governor Christie Is A &amp;ldquo;Promising&amp;rdquo; Vision For New Jersey&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120203a.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie: When I Say I&#39;m Going To Do Something, I Do It!</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120202d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie: We&#39;ve Turned Trenton Upside Down</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120202c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>First Lady Mary Pat Christie Announces Drumthwacket to Go Red for National Wear Red Day</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120202b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Annual Observance Promotes Heart Health for Women&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Welcomes New Investments from United Airlines and Signature Flight Support at Newark Liberty International Airport</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120202a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today&amp;rsquo;s announcement from two airline companies that they are investing $36 million into new facilities at Newark Liberty International Airport shows corporate confidence in the strength of the New Jersey Comeback, said Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Issues Statement on CRDA Approval of Tourism District Master Plan to Guide Revitalization Efforts in Atlantic City</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120201e.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Commemorates African American History Month in New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120201d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie released the following statement today in recognition of National African American History Month, which is observed during February.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Greatest Noise I Could Hear is the Noise of Construction</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120201c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Supremely Qualified</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120201b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Bruce Harris And Phillip Kwon Will Bring Depth And Breadth Of Experience To Supreme Court And Deserve Senator Sweeney&amp;rsquo;s Promised &amp;ldquo;Expedited&amp;rdquo; Hearings&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Groundbreaking of Realogy Corporation’s New Headquarters Results from Governor Christie’s Commitment to Build a Robust Business Climate in New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120201a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Construction of 250,000 Square Foot New Facility a Leading Provider of Real Estate and Relocation Services Secures 950 Jobs for New Jerseyans&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120131d.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Welcomes Farmers Insurance Group to New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120131c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno today joined Department of Banking and Insurance Commissioner Tom Considine in Cherry Hill to mark the Farmers Insurance Group&amp;rsquo;s arrival to New Jersey.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Senator Sweeney: There Is A Commitment From Me To Move The Nominations Forward</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120131b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video Flashback&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Trenton To English Translation: “Timely” and “Expedited”</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120131a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Senate Judiciary Chairman Nicholas Scutari Says That Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Supreme Court Nominees Will Not Have Hearings &amp;ldquo;Any Time Soon,&amp;rdquo; Which Seems To Contradict Senator Sweeney&amp;rsquo;s Promise Of A &amp;ldquo;Timely&amp;rdquo; And &amp;ldquo;Expedited&amp;rdquo; Confirmation Process&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno Welcomes Watson Pharmaceuticals’ Global Research and Development Technology Center to New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120130d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today&amp;rsquo;s announcement by Watson Pharmaceuticals, Inc. that the company is establishing its global research and development center in North Brunswick shows that the New Jersey Comeback is in full swing, said Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie: Spend Less… That’s It!</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120130c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Names Acting Adjutant General Michael Cunniff and Ken Kobylowski as New Jersey’s Next Adjutant General and Commissioner of Banking and Insurance</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120130b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Commissioner Tom Considine Returns to Private Sector After Two Years of Successfully Leading DOBI&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie: No Better Investment Than People of New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120130a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Fallen Military Serviceman</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120126a.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie: Transforming Medical Education in New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120125e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 30 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>What They Are Saying… Governor Christie’s “Historic” Supreme Court Nominations Deserve “Timely Hearings”</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120125d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Democrats&amp;nbsp; &amp;ldquo;Have No Substantive Grounds For Delay&amp;rdquo;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Imagine a New Jersey Where Your Taxes Go Down</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120125c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Outlines Blueprint to Transform Medical Education in the State and Make New Jersey a National Leader</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120125b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Will Propel Medical Education and Biomedical Research in New Jersey Toward A Model of Innovation, Educational Excellence, and Economic Growth.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie: Pry Your Money Out of their Cold, Dead Hands</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120125a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie: I Need to be Governed by the Will of the People</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120124b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video &amp;amp; Transcript&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Christie on Same-Sex Marriage: Let the People of New Jersey Decide</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120124a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video &amp;amp; Transcript&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Appointments</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120123f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie today filed the following notices of intent to nominate, nominations, and direct appointments with the State Senate and Secretary of State&amp;rsquo;s Office.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: I’ll Be Rooting Hard for the NJ Giants</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120123e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Designates Week of January 22rd, 2012 School Choice Week in New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120123d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Continuing New Jersey&amp;rsquo;s leadership in a nationwide movement to provide high-quality education options for every child, Governor Chris Christie today signed a proclamation designating January 22 - 28, 2012 as School Choice Week in New Jersey for the second consecutive year.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Lt. Governor Guadagno Welcomes Vitech Systems Group to New Jersey</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120123c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today&amp;rsquo;s announcement by Vitech Systems Group that the company is moving to Woodbridge is yet another sign that the New Jersey Comeback is underway, said Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Historic Supreme Court Nominees Role Models for Future Generations</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120123b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Makes Historic New Jersey State Supreme Court Nominations with Bruce Harris and Phillip Kwon</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120123a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Nominees Bring Experience, Distinctive Career Paths and the Highest Integrity to New Jersey&#39;s State Supreme Court&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Christie Administration Announces Ratification of Contract Agreement with Third-Largest Public Employee Negotiations Unit</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120120b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Membership of Two Union Locals Accept Four-Year Deal&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie on Hannity: No Reason To Be Shy About Saying We&#39;re Right</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120120a.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie in Irvington: Giving Every Child the Opportunity to Succeed</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120119g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: I Know How To Make Things Happen</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120119f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: Uniting 95% of People in Irvington</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120119e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>First Lady Mary Pat Christie Honors 13-Year Old for His Commitment to Pediatric Cancer Awareness</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120119d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Florham Park Resident Malcolm Sutherland-Foggio Named a New Jersey Hero&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>What They Are Saying About Governor Christie’s “Bold, Courageous” Tax Relief Proposal</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120119c.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie on Tax Cut Proposal: The False Choice</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120119b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie: Don&#39;t Believe the Bologna</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120119a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Nominations</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120118h.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Qualified New Jerseyans&amp;rsquo; Not Confirmed During 214th Legislative Session By State Senate&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 23 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: The New Jersey Comeback Is Yours </title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120118g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Governor Christie: No Life Is Disposable</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120118f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: We Did It Together</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120118e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie To Cassandra Dock: Yes We Will Help You</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120118d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: Every New Jerseyan Will Get A Cut In Taxes</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120118c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Christie: Be Honest; Don&#39;t Mince Words</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120118b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>New Jersey&#39;s Fiscal Health: Then Vs. Now</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120118a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Bold, Bipartisan Action Has Led New Jersey Out Of The Mess It Was In Two Years Ago, And Set The Stage For The Jersey Comeback&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Budget and Spending</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Takes Action on Pending Legislation from the 214th Legislative Session</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120117g.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie took action on the following legislation from the 214th Legislative Session:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Signs Tool Kit Legislation to Allow School Board Elections to Be Moved to November</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120117f.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Bill Finally Provides Pathways for Local Government Savings and Increased Voter Participation in District Elections&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Flashback: Governor Christie: These Fights are Big Fights</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120117e.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Watch Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Full Answer to Cassandra Dock&amp;rsquo;s Question About Newark and Our Cities&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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      <item>
         <title>Tax Relief For All New Jerseyans</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120117d.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;After Two Years Of Bold, Bipartisan Action To Put The State&amp;rsquo;s Fiscal House In Order, Governor Christie Is Proposing Sweeping Tax Relief For All New Jersey Families&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Property Taxes</category>   
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         <title>“The New Jersey Comeback Has Begun”</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120117c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video and Transcript of Governor Chris Christie&amp;rsquo;s 2012 State of the State Address As Prepared for Delivery&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>The Christie Bipartisan Record On Doing The Big Things</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120117b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Bold Action On Sweeping Bipartisan Reforms Has Laid the Groundwork for the New Jersey Comeback&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

      <item>
         <title>Governor Chris Christie: The Jersey Comeback Has Begun</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120117a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
      </item>

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         <title>Statement From Governor Chris Christie on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120116a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Today, Governor Chris Christie issued the following statement in commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day:&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 16 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Honors and Memorializes Life of Assembly Republican Leader Alex DeCroce with Flag Lowering</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120113c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Ordering all State buildings to fly flags at half-staff on Tuesday, January 17, 2012&amp;nbsp;in recognition and mourning of the passing of Assemblyman Alex DeCroce.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 17 Jan 2012</pubDate>
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         <title>Governor Christie: We Need the Opportunity Scholarship Act</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120113b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Signs the Urban Hope Act: Meeting the Bottom Line</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120113a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Condemns Bias Attacks on Bergen County Synagogues</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120112c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie today condemned in the strongest terms possible the recent rash of bias attacks on Jewish synagogues in Bergen County.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
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         <title>Hope for the Future</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120112b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;The Urban Hope Act Is A Victory For Children Trapped In Failing Schools, But The Legislature Must Take Further Action To Ensure That Every New Jersey Child Receives A Quality Education&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie Signs Legislation to Expand Educational Opportunities in Failing School Districts in Urban Communities Around the State</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120112a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Urban Hope Act 1 of 4 Christie Administration Bills to Reform Education through Increased Choice, Accountability and Focus on Results for Students&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Education</category>   
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         <title>Statement from Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno on the Passing of Assemblyman Alex DeCroce</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120110b.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Jan 2012</pubDate>
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         <title>Statement Of Governor Chris Christie On The Passing Of Assemblyman Alex DeCroce</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120110a.html</link>
         <description></description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 10 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Statements</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Takes Action on Pending Legislation</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120109a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Christie has taken action on pending legislation, signing twenty-five bills and either conditionally or absolutely vetoing sixteen others. Among the legislation conditionally vetoed by the Governor is S-958/A-1088, a bill to permit pharmacy sales of syringes and needles without a prescription.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 09 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Bill Action</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Fallen Military Serviceman</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120106b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Ordering all State buildings to fly flags at half-staff on Thursday, January 12, 2012 to honor the service and sacrifice of United States Army Specialist Ronald H. Wildrick, Jr.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 09 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Executive Orders</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Takes Action to Create Jersey Jobs and Grow Economy with $200 Million GrowNJ Incentive Program</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120106a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Bipartisan Bill Implements Christie Administration Initiative to Build on the Success of Job Creating, Business Growth and Retention Incentives&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Jobs and the Economy</category>   
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         <title>Governor Chris Christie Files Nominations</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120105b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Governor Chris Christie today filed the following nominations with the State Senate. The Governor&amp;rsquo;s nominations are subject to the advice and consent of the State Senate.&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 06 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Appointments</category>   
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         <title>It&#39;s Time For Action</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120105a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;For 392 Days The Legislature Has Failed To Take Up Governor Christie&amp;rsquo;s Call For Real Sick LeaveReform, With Just Four Days Left In The Session It Is Time For Them To Protect Taxpayers&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 05 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Healthcare</category>   
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         <title>Governor Christie: The Whole System is Rigged Against the Taxpayer</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120104c.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;Video&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Healthcare</category>   
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         <title>ICYMI: “Sick time, days off payouts for retiring Elmwood Park police chief, six officers totals $1.2M”</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120104b.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;From &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.northjersey.com/news/010312_Police_chief_six_other_officers_abruptly_retire_from_Elmwood_Park_department.html?page=all&quot;&gt;The Bergen Record&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Other</category>   
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         <title>Time Running Out for the Legislature to Deliver Real Sick Pay Reform for New Jersey Taxpayers</title>
         <link>http://www.state.nj.us/governor/news/news/552012/approved/20120104a.html</link>
         <description>&lt;p&gt;With 5 Days Left in the Legislative Session, Governor Discusses New Brunswick&amp;rsquo;s Highest in the State $1330 Per Property Taxpayer Sick &amp;amp; Vacation Pay Liability with Deiner Family&lt;/p&gt;</description>
         <pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2012</pubDate>
	  <category>Healthcare</category>   
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