Vinnie Prieto

Democrats will put the issue to a vote as a Constitutional amendment question on the ballot next year.

Road work in New Jersey remains at a standstill until a funding plan is approved.

Senators are still trying to line up votes for the Transportation Trust Fund's gas tax hike. Without them, a deadline for a pension funding amendment may pass.

The deal, to raise the gas tax and lower the sales tax, has been roundly criticized by New Jersey 101.5 audience members and hosts alike.

"The fact is that we need to spend this money in order to continue to modernize our roads, our bridges and, importantly, our mass transit system," Christie said.

Gov. Chris Christie and state Sen. President Stephen Sweeney both offered their takes on the overnight deal reached between Christie and the Assembly to raise New Jersey's gas tax, while rolling out a gradual reduction in the state sales tax.

Gov. Chris Christie signs the bills that help Atlantic City avoid bankruptcy but give the city five months to fix its finances. If it can't, the state takes over.

Gov. Chris Christie says the Democrats' claim that "only rich people care about the estate tax" isn't true.

It will be challenging for city officials to identify the cuts needed within five months to balance their budget. Refinancing its debt would be a big help.

The group devoted to promoting Atlantic City to the conference and meeting market claims the current situation is having an impact on the industry that's bordering on disastrous.