New Jersey state lawmakers on Monday sent a trio of pro-immigrant bills to Gov. Phil Murphy’s desk, a move that has already drawn criticism from the White House and raised tensions between Garden State leaders and the Trump administration.

Richard Codey, who served as acting governor of New Jersey and was the state’s longest-serving lawmaker, died yesterday after a brief illlness at the age of 79. His family announced his death on his Facebook page.

He was the longest serving legislator in New Jersey, while also running an insurance company and funeral home and coaching youth basketball.

He was a colorful fixture of New Jersey politics who coached youth basketball in his free time and was a leading advocate for mental health awareness.

Richard Codey, the former governor of New Jersey and the state's longest-serving lawmaker, has died, his family announced.

Former Gov. Richard J. Codey died Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026 after a brief illness, his family posted on Facebook. Codey served as NJ governor 2004-2006.

Richard J. Codey, New Jersey's longest-serving lawmaker, dead at 79, leaving a legacy of mental health advocacy and political impact from his 50 years in service.

TRENTON, N.J. -- Richard “Dick” Codey, a former acting governor of New Jersey and the longest serving legislator in the state's history, died Sunday. He was 79. Codey’s wife, Mary Jo Codey, confirmed her husband’s death to The Associated Press.