Jefferson Van Drew
Recent News About Jefferson Van Drew
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Congressman Van Drew opposes New Jersey think tank's proposed tax hikes
Today, Congressman Van Drew expressed his disapproval of the tax increases suggested by New Jersey Policy Perspective.
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Exelon postpones meeting; Congressman Van Drew expresses disappointment
Congressman Van Drew has announced that Exelon has postponed a scheduled meeting, originally set for this week, to the first week of December.
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Van Drew seeks end to federal funding for colleges allowing anti-semitic events
Today, Congressman Van Drew expressed his intention to collaborate with a sponsor to reintroduce legislation aimed at withdrawing federal funding from colleges and universities that permit anti-semitic events on their campuses.
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Van Drew seeks concrete action from Atlantic City Electric over high utility costs
Congressman Van Drew has announced an upcoming meeting with Atlantic City Electric (ACE) and Exelon in Washington, D.C. to discuss the high utility costs impacting South Jersey residents.
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Van Drew seeks action plan from ACE on high electricity bills
Today, Congressman Van Drew announced that he has sent a letter to Atlantic City Electric (ACE) prior to their upcoming meeting.
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Van Drew urges NJBPU to review Atlantic City Electric's rate hikes
Congressman Van Drew has addressed the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) with a request to examine Atlantic City Electric's (ACE) recent rate increases.
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Van Drew criticizes Atlantic City Electric over transparency issues
Today, Congressman Van Drew criticized Atlantic City Electric (ACE) for what he describes as a lack of transparency.
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Van Drew requests federal probe into Atlantic City Electric billing issues
Congressman Van Drew has called for a federal investigation into Atlantic City Electric's billing practices. He urged the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) to conduct an audit following numerous complaints from South Jersey residents about significant increases in their electricity bills.
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Van Drew urges swift FEMA funding for Hurricane Helene victims
Today, Congressman Van Drew issued a statement urging the administration to expedite Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funding for individuals impacted by Hurricane Helene.
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Field hearing set in South Jersey on surging power bills
Congressman Jeff Van Drew will host a field hearing in South Jersey on October 8, 2024, at 3:30 PM ET. The event, titled "An Examination into Surging Power Bills in South Jersey," aims to address the reported increases of up to 400% in electricity bills faced by some residents. The hearing will bring together community leaders and energy policy experts to explore the causes behind these rising costs.
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Van Drew announces hearing on rising electricity costs in South Jersey
Congressman Van Drew has announced plans to hold a field hearing in South Jersey to address the rising electricity costs affecting New Jersey families. Additionally, he will introduce a package of five bills aimed at increasing transparency from utility companies and protecting consumers from future rate hikes.
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Van Drew criticizes Atlantic City Electric's response on high electric bills
Today, Congressman Van Drew issued a statement criticizing Atlantic City Electric's (ACE) response to his request for a halt to all shut-off notices and a public forum. This comes amid rising electric bills affecting South Jersey residents.
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Congressman Van Drew introduces bill to designate alpha-gal as major allergen
Congressman Van Drew introduced H.R. 9382 today, a bill aimed at designating alpha-gal as a major food allergen. Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS) is a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction to red meat or other products containing alpha-gal, affecting hundreds of thousands of Americans.
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Congressman Van Drew urges Atlantic City Electric to halt utility shut-offs amid billing issues
Congressman Van Drew has called on Atlantic City Electric to halt all shut-off notices for customers facing difficulties paying their bills due to unexpected increases following the installation of smart meters. Many long-time, timely bill payers are now experiencing significant spikes in their utility costs without clear explanations.
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Van Drew introduces bill to eliminate income tax on social security benefits
Congressman Van Drew introduced H.R. 9359, known as The Social Security Tax Freedom Act, today in Washington, D.C. The proposed legislation aims to eliminate federal income taxes on Social Security payments, safeguard Social Security funding, and provide relief to retirees.
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Congressman Van Drew calls for NJBPU probe into rising electricity bills
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew sent a letter to the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) demanding a public hearing to allow South Jersey residents to voice their concerns over significant increases in their electricity bills.
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Congressman Van Drew holds third hearing on offshore wind industrialization
Brigantine, NJ - Today, Congressman Van Drew hosted a hearing titled "An Examination into Offshore Wind Industrialization: Part Three," joined by Rep. Scott Perry (R-PA) and Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ). This hearing follows previous sessions in Brigantine, New Jersey and Ocean City, Maryland.
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Congressman Van Drew attends Lake Lenape Dam reconstruction launch
Mays Landing, NJ - Today, Congressman Van Drew attended the commencement of the reconstruction of the Lake Lenape Dam in Mays Landing, South Jersey. The dam, currently classified as a Class One High Hazard Dam, poses a severe risk to the surrounding area, as its potential failure could lead to loss of life and significant property damage. The comprehensive reconstruction of this dam will mitigate these risks, ensuring the safety and security of the community. Congressman Van Drew secured $4.6 million in funding for this project as part of the Federal Emergency Management...
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Van Drew introduces resolution honoring fallen correctional officers
Congressman Van Drew introduced a resolution today to honor the dedication, bravery, and sacrifice of correctional officers across the United States, particularly those who have lost their lives while on duty. On July 30th, New Jersey celebrated Corrections Officers Day, a day established into law by Congressman Van Drew during his tenure in the State Senate. This day honors the memory of Fred Baker, a corrections officer who was killed by an inmate while on duty and pays tribute to all corrections officers who have lost their lives in service.
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Congressman Van Drew introduces resolution honoring wartime support workers
Congressman Van Drew introduced a resolution today to designate July 22nd as a day to honor Americans who have played crucial roles during wartime by remaining home and supporting those on the frontlines. This day aims to provide an opportunity to reflect on the collective effort required to maintain freedom and express gratitude to those whose efforts often go unnoticed.