In this forum, Matt Peterson will share his journey as an attorney and bill drafter for the New Jersey State Legislature, focusing on the creation of the state’s groundbreaking 2020 environmental justice law.  The discussion will feature a case study on the state’s first major environmental justice review: a proposed backup natural gas power plant in Newark’s Ironbound community.  The session will provide insight into the lawmaking process and highlight the challenges and triumphs of advancing environmental justice through legislative and regulatory efforts.   

MPP Forum is a weekly event normally scheduled on Fridays with *lunch during the academic year. It allows each MPP student to showcase their career journey and expertise on a policy issue of their choice with the SPIA community. This formal presentation lasts about 50 minutes, followed by a 20-minute Q&A.

*RSVP required. We will try our best, but we cannot guarantee accommodation for all dietary restrictions.