WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: November 29, 2023, during a U.S. House of Representatives Financial Services Committee hearing, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer questioned Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) Director Rohit Chopra, a New Jersey native, about New York's $23-a-day Congestion Tax "making money off of gouging middle class Americans with exorbitant tolls." Director Rohit Chopra agreed to "look into" the Congestion  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Chris Smith, R-New Jersey, issued the following news release: At a congressional hearing chaired by Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) today, members of the House Foreign Affairs Committee and exiled prisoners of conscience and their relatives made an urgent appeal for the immediate and unconditional release of imprisoned Catholic Bishop Rolando Alvarez--the only known cleric to remain incarcerated by Nicaraguan dictator Daniel Ortega and his brutal regime.   more

NEWARK, New Jersey, Nov. 29 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) announced $13 million in grants through the Federal Transit Administration's (FTA) Passenger Ferry Grant Program for New Jersey commuter ferry operations. The grants will enable NY Waterway to improve operations and lower emissions, and the City of South Amboy to add operational capacity. "Passenger ferries play a critical role connecting New Jerseyans to jo  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, U.S. Senator Cory Booker applauded the vote to advance through the Senate Judiciary Committee the nomination of Judge Edward Kiel to serve on the U.S. District Court of New Jersey. Booker is a member of the committee. "Judge Kiel is a highly qualified jurist who has dedicated his career to justice, fairness, and the law," said Senator Booker. "His nomination is the full-circle r  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 29 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, praised the bipartisan Senate confirmation of Jamel Semper to serve on the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey. "I'm thrilled that the Senate has confirmed Jamel Semper, an outstanding public servant who has served New Jersey for over 15 years, to the federal bench," said Senator Booker. "  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 29 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-N.J.), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, joined senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Chair of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, and Border Safety, Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Shel  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: NEWARK, N.J. -- U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) issued the following statement about the start of construction in New Jersey on the Hudson Tunnel Project, as work begins on the Tonnelle Avenue Bridge and Utility Relocation Project. "This is a day to rejoice for every New Jerseyan and every American as we enter a new era for the most critical infrastructure project in our country. Beginning active construc  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), co-founders of the U.S. Senate Lead Task Force and the Senate Environmental Justice Caucus, today applauded the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposed strengthening of the Lead and Copper Rule (LCR), including lowering the lead action level to better protect human health and requiring water systems to replace old  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 28 -- Rep. Chris Smith, R-New Jersey, issued the following news release: The following are excerpts of remarks by Rep. Chris Smith (R-Manchester), Co-Chair of the Israel Allies Caucus and senior member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, during today's debate on the House Floor in support of H.Res. 888--Reaffirming the State of Israel's right to exist: "Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of H. Res. 888, reaffirming the State of Israel's right to   more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 2 -- Rep. Thomas Kean Jr., R-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Representative Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) cosponsored H.R. 2365, the National Plan to End Parkinson's Act, legislation to unite the federal government in a mission to cure and prevent Parkinson's disease, alleviate financial and health burdens on American families, and reduce government spending over time. Parkinson's disease is the second most common - and fastest growing - neurological disease globally wi  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-New York, issued the following news release: (STATEN ISLAND, BROOKLYN, NY) - Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) today released the following statement after the New York City's Traffic Mobility Review Board recommended a $15 congestion toll for commuters who enter Manhattan south of 60th Street, with no exemptions for Staten Islanders: "It is unconscionable that New York Governor Hochul, Mayor Adams and their political appointees would gi  more

BERGENFIELD, New Jersey, Nov. 29 -- Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: November 28, 2023, on Giving Tuesday, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) joined food pantry workers, anti-hunger advocates, and local elected officials to announce new bipartisan legislation he is leading to boost access and affordability of nutritious foods. Gottheimer also highlighted his efforts to combat the efforts of far-right extremists in Congress to cut critical, lifesaving f  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 28 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: MONMOUTH BEACH, NJ--Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) today announced the next phase of beach replenishment and dredging projects in Monmouth County. Pallone secured $26 million for maintenance dredging of the federal channels along the Shrewsbury and Navesink Rivers in a federal spending bill for Fiscal Year 2023 that President Biden signed into law late last year. The U.S. Army Corps of Engin  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 28 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Long Branch, NJ - Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) today issued a statement following reports of oil and tar balls off the coast of Long Branch and Monmouth Beach: "I am concerned about reports of oil and tar balls off the coast of Long Branch and Monmouth Beach. I've been in touch with the United States Environmental Protection Agency, New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection, and  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 29 -- Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr., D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ-09), flanked by 10 members of New Jersey's congressional delegation, led a moment of silence to remember Herb Klein, a fomer congressman and longtime public servant from Passaic, New Jersey. "I rise today to mark the passing of my predecessor and my friend, Congressman Herb Klein. Herb only served one term in this institution, but he was a giant for New Jersey,"   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Bill Pascrell Jr., D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Congressmen Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ-09) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01) have reintroduced the Renewable Chemicals Act, legislation that will help combat climate change while fostering job growth for American workers. Specifically, the bill would create a tax credit for the production of or investment in qualifying renewable chemicals from biomass. The legislation aims to accelerate commercialization  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 1 -- Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11), Navy veteran and member of the House Armed Services Committee, continued her advocacy as an appointee to the bicameral National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) conference committee. "I've worked throughout the year and on the conference committee to ensure the National Defense Authorization Act supports our service members and military families,   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Tonight, November 28, 2023, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) helped pass two pieces of bipartisan legislation to condemn the Hamas terrorist attack on Israel, reaffirm Israel's right to exist, and call for Hamas to immediately surrender and safely release all hostages. On October 7, Hamas terrorists brutally murdered, raped, burned alive, decapitated, and kidnapped more than a thousand innocent  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 1 -- Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-New Jersey, issued the following statement: * * * November 29, 2023, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) released the following statement: "As advertised, New York is officially sticking it to Jersey families with their commuter-crushing Congestion Tax. "On top of the existing tolls, it'll be 15 bucks every day to go into the city with no discounts at the GW Bridge -- thousands of dollars a year just to drive to work. "If it wasn't costly   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 28 -- Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-New Jersey, issued the following statement on Nov. 27, 2023: * * * November 24, 2023, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) released the following statement on the passing of former New Jersey Congressman Herb Klein: "Today, North Jersey lost one of our best. Former Congressman Herb Klein served our state and nation in the Air Force, in Congress, and in the New Jersey General Assembly. "I am also grateful for his strong voice on behalf of Jer  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 1 -- Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Parsippany, NJ -- Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) is launching the third annual "2023 Heroes" recognition program today. Residents of NJ-11 are encouraged to nominate everyday heroes in their lives -- teachers, healthcare providers, first responders, family members, volunteers. Twenty-five 2023 Heroes will be selected. Residents can nominate someone by filling out the form linked below. Nominees   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 29 -- Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) today announced $13 million in grants through the Federal Transit Administration's (FTA) Passenger Ferry Grant Program to improve ferry operations for New Jersey commuters. This grant will reduce emissions, improve New York Waterway operations and increase the operational capacity for the City of South Amboy. "I'm proud to have secured this $13 million grant to provi  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 29 -- Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) today applauded the official groundbreaking of the Port Street Corridor Improvement (PSCI) Project by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, which received $44 million in federal transportation funding through the Department of Transportation's Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) program. Senator Menendez was the key federal advocate for the grant fu  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 29 -- Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) today delivered remarks on the Senate floor encouraging bipartisan support for the confirmation of Jamel Semper to serve as a judge on the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey. Senator Menendez personally recommended Mr. Semper, a dedicated public servant who has devoted his career to keeping New Jerseyans safe as a prosecutor, for this position. Through  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 29 -- Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) today delivered remarks on the Senate floor on his opposition to ongoing efforts to attach harmful immigration proposals to the national security supplemental package currently being negotiated in the Senate. [CLICK HERE FOR THE SENATOR'S FULL REMARKS] "It is the height of absurdity to claim that the price for assisting our international allies is  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 1 -- Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, yesterday asked the Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Rohit Chopra, about what the CFPB can do to rein in excessive overdraft fees. "While some banks have either decreased or eliminated overdraft fees altogether, in large part due to incr  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 29 -- Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) joined Sens. Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) in issuing the following joint statement in response to reports of potentially harmful changes to the  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Parsippany, NJ-- Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) released the following statement as Deputy Secretary of Transportation Polly Ellen Trottenberg visited New Jersey today to kick off construction on the Tonnelle Avenue Bridge and Utility Relocation Project, a key part of the Gateway Tunnel Project. "Our nation's most critical infrastructure project--the Gateway Tunnel--is the result of key federal f  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) met with U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo. Sherrill, a member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, discussed efforts to support New Jersey businesses on the global stage, crack down on unfair trade practices by the CCP, and deliver critical CHIPS and Science Act   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 30 -- Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Parsippany, NJ -- Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) released the following statement after a new reporthighlighted that the New York-only Traffic Mobility Review Board will provide credits of just one-third of the new Congestion Pricing cost for the Holland and Lincoln Tunnels and no credit at all for the George Washington Bridge: "I am greatly disappointed, but not surprised, that New York's Traffi  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 28 -- Rep. Chris Smith, R-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Reps. Chris Smith (R-NJ) and Doug Lamborn (R-CO), who both serve as Co-Chairs on the Congressional Israel Allies Caucus, issued the following statement on the recent vote at the United Nations to authorize and fund the Special Committee to Investigate Israeli Human Rights Practices: "As Co-Chairmen of the Bipartisan Congressional Israel Allies Caucus, we were dismayed to learn that  more

WASHINGTON, Dec. 1 -- Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Washington, DC -- Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) questioned technology experts at the latest hearing held by the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The hearing entitled "Discourse Power: The CCP's Strategy to Shape the Global Information Space" focused on the CCP's efforts to influence American public opinion and alter discourse thr  more