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Congressman Van Drew Announces FAA Technical Center to Permanently Remain in South Jersey
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew announced his support for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act of 2024, ensuring the FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center's permanent presence in South Jersey."I am thrilled to announce that our efforts to secure the FAA Technical Center as a permanent fixture in our South Jersey community have finally paid off," said Congressman Van Drew. "The inclusion of my provisions in the FAA Reauthorization will have a long-lasting impact on our local economy by creating new public and private sector jobs in...
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Congressman Van Drew Responds to ACHA Claims
Congressman Van Drew has addressed claims made by the Atlantic City Housing Authority (the Authority) regarding their attempts to schedule a meeting with his office. According to the Congressman, there has been no effort from the Authority to contact his office to discuss the ongoing health and safety crisis at Stanley Holmes Village. Speaking on the matter, Congressman Van Drew stated, "Last night's Authority meeting clearly showcased their eagerness to shift the blame and evade responsibility." He also mentioned, "The Chair's claim of seeking a meeting with us, yet...
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Congressman Van Drew Shares Resources for Healthcare Professionals Impacted by Cyberattack
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew shared resources for healthcare professionals affected by the recent cyberattack on Change Healthcare. The attack, which occurred on February 21st, targeted the subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group, causing disruptions in providers' access to medical billing and insurance claims systems.UnitedHealth Group took action by disconnecting Change Healthcare's system and launched funding relief programs to assist those affected. Over $5 billion has been provided to support providers in need.Among the resources shared by Congressman Van...
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Congressman Van Drew Emphasizes Unwavering Support for Israel Amid Missile Attacks
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew reiterated his strong stance in support of Israel in the face of recent missile attacks by Iran. In a statement released today, Van Drew emphasized the importance of the United States standing firmly behind Israel without conditions."Now more than ever the United States must stand in unwavering support with Israel and that support cannot be conditional," said Congressman Van Drew. "I will always stand with Israel and its people in their fight to protect their sovereignty."Van Drew's unwavering support for Israel comes at a...
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Congressman Van Drew Meets with HUD Inspector General to Address Health and Safety Crisis
Washington, DC - This week, Congressman Van Drew engaged in a significant meeting with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Inspector General Rae Oliver Davis to address the ongoing health and safety crisis at Stanley Holmes Village.In their meeting, Congressman Van Drew expressed his satisfaction with the seriousness IG Davis is placing on the issue, stating, "During my conversation with the IG, it was reassuring to hear just how serious she is taking this issue." He further emphasized that the concerns he raised about the lack of basic amenities...
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Congressman Van Drew Responds to Spirit Airlines Crew Base Leaving Atlantic City Airport
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew responded to the announcement by Spirit Airlines that they will be closing their crew base in Atlantic City International Airport (ACY) in South Jersey. While it is important to emphasize that daily operations at the airport will remain unaffected with no changes in the flight schedule, the crew base that houses 157 members of the airline's flight crew will be closing, resulting in the loss of those jobs here in South Jersey. In response, Congressman Van Drew sent a letter to the CEO of Spirit Airlines to request a meeting to...
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Congressman Van Drew Introduces Package of Bills to Strengthen Infrastructure
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew introduced two pieces of legislation — the Bridge Protection Act and the Francis Scott Key Bridge Disaster Taxpayer Reimbursement Resolution — aimed to strengthen America's infrastructure system and ensure that taxpayers do not bear the burden of disasters caused by private companies."The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge is a tragedy that will have a lasting impact on the future of America's infrastructure system," said Congressman Van Drew. "As we navigate the aftermath of this disaster, we must work to put safeguards...
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Congressman Van Drew Introduces the Protect American Widows Act
Washington, DC - Congressman Van Drew has introduced the Protect American Widows Act, a new legislative proposal aimed at easing the financial burden faced by grieving widows. The bill seeks to extend the period during which widows can file their taxes as a surviving spouse from two years to five years.In a statement regarding the bill, Congressman Van Drew emphasized the importance of providing extended financial relief to widows, stating, "This expansion of financial relief can make all the difference to those trying to navigate the loss of their loved one. Our fellow...
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Congressman Van Drew Introduces the Child Tax Credit Integrity Act
Washington, DC - Congressman Van Drew has put forth the Child Tax Credit Integrity Act in an effort to fortify the integrity of the federal tax system. The proposed legislation aims to compel individuals seeking the Child Tax Credit to furnish their Social Security Number (SSN) as proof of lawful residence in the U.S., thereby enhancing eligibility verification and curbing potential exploitation of the system.Highlighting the necessity of the bill, Congressman Van Drew pointed out, "Right now, there is an oversight in our tax system that is being taken advantage of by...
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Congressman Van Drew Unequivocally Stands Against Cuts to Social Security
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew made a strong statement regarding his stance on Social Security, ensuring that he will never support any cuts to the program. Van Drew emphasized the importance of protecting Social Security, stating, "Any proposed cuts to Social Security, no matter who they are coming from, are not only unjust but they are a betrayal of the countless hardworking Americans who have paid their way into this program."Furthermore, Van Drew expressed his concern for the impact of budgetary constraints on senior citizens, attributing the financial...
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Congressman Van Drew Requests a Criminal Investigation into the Atlantic City Housing Authority
Atlantic City, NJ - Congressman Van Drew visited Stanley Holmes Village to speak with residents and to view firsthand their inhumane and unsafe living conditions. Following this visit, Congressman Van Drew announced that he is requesting the Office of the Inspector General for the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to open an investigation into the Atlantic City Housing Authority to determine if any criminal violations have been committed in the past five years."The neglect and outright abandonment of Stanley Holmes Village residents by the Authority is...
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Congressman Van Drew Questions Special Counsel Robert Hur on Findings Regarding Joe Biden
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew engaged in a rigorous exchange with Special Counsel Robert Hur during a House Judiciary Committee hearing. The focus of the questioning centered on Hur's investigation into Joe Biden's handling of classified materials and his decision not to recommend charges against the President.Hur's findings revealed that President Biden "willfully retained and disclosed classified materials" after his vice presidency. Additionally, the report highlighted that Biden struggled to recall details from his time as Vice President, with Hur...
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Congressman Van Drew Previews President Biden's State of the Union Address
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew shared a preview of President Biden's upcoming State of the Union address in a statement released to the public.In his remarks, Congressman Van Drew criticized President Biden, stating, "Tonight, Joe Biden will attempt to convince the American people that the State of our Union is strong. However, given his 38% approval rating, ongoing record inflation, an open border, and wars raging around the world, we know that is far from the truth."Van Drew highlighted concerns about President Biden's handling of various issues,...
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Congressman Van Drew Responds to Governor Murphy's Disingenuous Remarks About Offshore Wind
Washington, DC - This week, Governor Murphy's comments on offshore wind during his budget address drew a response from Congressman Van Drew. In a statement, Congressman Van Drew criticized the Governor's remarks as he expressed ongoing concerns about offshore wind development."Despite Governor Murphy's insincere and ignorant remarks regarding offshore wind development off the coast of New Jersey, I can assure you that I, along with my constituents, remain extremely concerned with the continuation of these projects," said Congressman Van Drew. "For years, I have been...
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Congressman Van Drew Introduces the Public Safety Free Speech Act
Washington, DC - This week, Congressman Van Drew unveiled the Public Safety Free Speech Act, aimed at safeguarding the First Amendment rights of public safety officers. The proposed legislation seeks to ensure that individuals in the public safety sector, including firefighters, emergency medical services (EMS) personnel, and police officers, can freely express their concerns without fear of retribution."During the COVID-19 pandemic we saw so many first responders, healthcare workers, and law enforcement lose their jobs over opinions on vaccine and mask mandates while...