Congressman Van Drew Delivers Additional Major Investments for South Jersey

Today, Congressman Van Drew announced that, through the latest federal appropriations packages, South Jersey is set to receive more than $48 million in federal funding for local infrastructure, workforce development, emergency preparedness, and aviation investment.

“I am proud to keep bringing historic funding back to South Jersey to make our communities better and stronger,” said Congressman Van Drew. “We are fixing infrastructure that has been neglected for too long and making sure we are preparing people for the next generation of jobs, particularly in healthcare and aviation. The FAA Tech Center especially is a major driver of jobs and innovation here in South Jersey, as well as a key part of our national aviation system, which is why I have made it a priority to keep it strong and competitive. When we invest the right way, we keep New Jersey at the forefront of what matters.”

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Town Hall Meeting February 5

Your Government. Your Neighborhood. Your Voice.

The Camden County Board of Commissioners is hosting a series of town hall meetings across Camden County, creating another level of access and opportunity. The next Town Hall will be Thursday, February 5th at 6 PM in Haddon Heights at the Atlantic Avenue Elementary School. Congressman Donald Norcross, Commissioner Director Louis Cappelli, Jr., Assemblyman Bill Spearman, and Mayor Zachary Houck will be in attendance. To learn more, Click Here.

Please note, no person at a meeting shall engage in disorderly or boisterous conduct, including the utterance of loud, physically threatening or abusive language, or other acts which disturb, disrupt or otherwise impede the orderly conduct of any meeting and the ability of the public to hear or participate.

Speaker Coughlin Thanks Governor Murphy for Eight Years of Steady Service to New Jersey

“As we close the final chapter of Governor Phil Murphy’s administration, I want to offer my sincere thanks and appreciation for his eight years of dedicated service to the people of New Jersey and for being a tremendous partner to the Legislature. Through moments of progress and times of uncertainty, Governor Murphy kept a steady hand and an open mind, always guided by a deep responsibility to the people he was elected to serve.

“Working side by side, we delivered historic property tax relief, strengthened our best-in-class public schools, expanded access to health care, and of course, worked to make New Jersey more affordable. We supported the small businesses that create jobs and sustain our communities, strengthened protections for families, workers and voters and moved New Jersey closer to his vision of a stronger and fairer economy. Within state government, we rebuilt New Jersey Transit, earned nine consecutive credit rating upgrades and met our retirement security promises to our public sector workers.

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Quijano Applauds Governor Sherrill’s Plan to Launch ICE Activity Reporting Portal

Assemblywoman Reaffirms Commitment to Immigrant Protections

(TRENTON) – Assemblywoman Annette Quijano (D-Union) today thanked Governor Mikie Sherrill for her plan to establish a statewide portal that allows residents to report Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity, calling the initiative an important step toward transparency, accountability, and community safety.

“The creation of this reporting portal will send a clear message that New Jersey is committed to protecting the dignity and rights of all residents, regardless of immigration status,” said Assemblywoman Quijano. “I commend Governor Sherrill for taking action to ensure our communities have a clear, accessible way to report ICE activity and raise concerns without fear.”

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Get Connected with Your Government

At Town Halls, Public Meetings, Our App, or Social Media

Camden County provides several ways for residents to stay informed and connected with local government, including this weekly newsletter, social media, and live meetings. Camden County Board of Commissioners and Congressman Donald Norcross will be hosting the next Town Hall meeting, with all levels of government, in Haddon Heights on Thursday, February 5th. Click Here to submit questions.

The Camden County Board of Commissioners holds public Monthly Meetings at 520 Market St, 6th Floor, in Camden. The next Caucus Meeting will be on Tuesday, February 17th, and the next Monthly Commissioner Meeting will be on Thursday, February 19th. These meetings help the community stay up-to-date on county proceedings. Click Here to watch meetings online.

Take Camden County with you wherever you go! The Camden County App is our free mobile resource that serves as a one stop source for all of Camden County’s services, events, concerts, programs, weather alerts, and more. Stay connected on the go, available for both iPhone and Android. Click Here to download the app.

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School Choice: The Civil Rights Issue of the 21st Century

This week was National School Choice Week — highlighting the civil rights issue of the 21st century.

There is no legislative victory I’m more proud of than authoring the most significant federal school choice legislation, which was signed into law by President Trump. Now, every taxpayer in America can contribute up to $1,700 a year to a scholarship-granting organization in the States, and people get a dollar-for-dollar credit on their federal taxes.

This bill will unlock tens of billions of dollars for scholarships, allowing millions of students across America to attend the school of their choice. Across America, far too many kids are trapped in failing schools, and this school choice victory will enable them to get an excellent education. READ: Ted Cruz Has a Brutal Plan to Corner Senate Democrats

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Acting Commissioner Potosnak Announces DEP Chief of Staff

Acting Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Ed Potosnak has announced the appointment of Henry Gajda as Chief of Staff to help guide the department in advancing Governor Mikie Sherrill’s environmental goals.

Gajda is a veteran of the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU), where he most recently served as Chief of External Affairs. In this position, he oversaw the Communications, Legislative Affairs and Ombudsperson divisions.

Gajda also served as the NJBPU’s Deputy Chief of Staff, helping to lead the NJBPU’s effort to apply for more than $650 million in federal clean energy grant funding and directly managing state policy and research initiatives.

“Henry brings a wealth of experience to DEP and will be a critical member of our team as we work to implement Governor Sherrill’s Mission to Deliver for the people of New Jersey,” Acting Commissioner Potosnak said. “In his new role, Henry will be supported by a dedicated and talented workforce at DEP that has worked tirelessly to advance New Jersey as a national leader in environmental protection.”

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Commissioner Director Louis Cappelli Jr. Issued the Following Statement

“It’s been one year since Trump has taken office and he has used his time in office to the sow the seeds of discontent and division throughout this country and one of his main tools for that has been Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Right now, as Gov. Sherrill has stated, Trump is using ICE as his own personal militia, and they have been terrorizing communities throughout the nation including here in Camden County. These agents have showed up in places like Camden City, Haddon Township, and Lindenwold Borough, and have indiscriminately worked to undermine the rule of law while simultaneously stopping individuals without cause and arbitrarily arresting them. We have watched videos of ICE officers with masks up, no body-worn cameras, wearing tactical gear roaming the streets in unmarked vehicles in search of their targets- our residents. This is why I am joining with our Congressman, Donald Norcross, and calling for the impeachment of the Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem.

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Statement by Speaker Craig J. Coughlin on the Gateway Tunnel Project

“The Gateway Tunnel remains the most important infrastructure project in the nation, and the news that construction may halt due to withheld federal funds is deeply troubling and should sound alarm bells for commuters, workers, and businesses. The growth of our region is not optional, and the infrastructure that supports it cannot be either – walking away now would strand investments already made and unnecessarily increase the long-term costs. Delaying progress at this stage will only prolong the strain on commuters and businesses who deserve a modern, reliable rail system.

“This bipartisan project has been years in the making and is already well underway with crews on site. Interrupting progress at this stage would not only jeopardize thousands of union jobs and billions in economic activity, but would be an extraordinarily irresponsible use of taxpayer dollars. New Jersey has done its part and welcomed this investment in our future with open arms. We will continue fighting to ensure the federal government honors its commitments, and I stand with Governor Sherrill in demanding that this essential project moves forward without further delay.”

Congressman Van Drew Issues Statement on Minnesota Shooting

Washington, DC – Congressman issued the following statement regarding recent events in Minnesota.

“We never want to see any loss of life,” said Congressman Van Drew. “What happened in Minnesota must be investigated fairly, openly, and objectively. There are still a lot of questions that need to be answered, and every possibility needs to be looked at. Americans have a right to protest peacefully, and that right must always be respected. Americans also have a fundamental Second Amendment right, and I will always stand by and defend that. At the same time, protests cannot impede law enforcement from doing their job. When law enforcement is blocked or interfered with, it puts everyone at greater risk.