Each generation is trusted with protecting our open spaces and natural resources to pass them on to future Americans to enjoy.
The Great American Outdoors Act is a significant opportunity to invest in our public lands, including treasures in the 11th District like the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge and Morristown National Historical Park.
We've seen the benefits of expanded telehealth services during the COVID-19 pandemic and the importance of making sure access to care is available if patients have to stay at home. That value won't go away when the pandemic ends.
We have an obligation to ensure our service members are protected, our national defense is resilient, and our forces are well-equipped.
Picatinny Arsenal is the center of cutting-edge research and development for our Armed Forces, and I'm proud to fight to protect its mission and to bring new, innovative projects to the Arsenal.
New Jerseyans know the importance of clean air, clean drinking water, and protecting our natural resources.
New Jersey has faced its own history of citizens demanding change and federal engagement in programs to address the needs of our community. We have also seen the success of law enforcement in our state when members work to listen to our communities and build a brighter future alongside our residents.
We need to restore the faith and trust between law enforcement and communities across the country.
I do not support the idea of defunding police departments. I believe that it does nothing to solve the root problems we must address and it makes our communities less safe.
At the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Jersey, I worked as an Outreach and Re-entry Coordinator and an Assistant U.S. Attorney. I have seen the best of our law enforcement community and the commitment that they have made to the public's safety. But I've also seen too many examples of where our system falls desperately short.
A key part of our democracy is having a marketplace of ideas, open forums where people with diverse viewpoints can be heard and treated with respect.
Federal research is vital to the innovation that drives our local economy and global competitiveness.
I served as a Russian policy officer in the U.S. Navy and worked to implement our nuclear agreements with the Russian Federation.
As a working mom, I know all too well how important it is to know that your children have a safe and healthy environment while away from home.
Long-standing bipartisan support for Israel in Congress is grounded in our common values and shared security interests.
Our leaders must hold themselves to a higher standard and ensure their words and actions do not promote hate or hurtful anti-Semitic stereotypes.
The Constitution protects freedom of speech, but we must expect more from our elected officials to heal divisions in our country and unequivocally condemn anti-Semitism.
As a former officer in the U.S. Navy, I understand the importance of a strong national defense and our enduring obligations to all the women and men who serve in uniform to secure our freedom.
I intend to be an advocate for Picatinny Arsenal which plays a vital role in both our national defense and our local economy, and to address emerging national security threats such as climate change and cybersecurity.
I constantly hear from residents throughout my community about the need for common sense action in Congress to reduce gun violence.
I began serving my country when I was 18 years old and entered the U.S. Naval Academy.
We should not be playing politics with the security and safety of our commuters.
There are few things that define us as a country more distinctly than the idea of the American Dream. The idea that anyone can make it here through hard work and dedication. And that dream rests on giving people here a fair shot.
I served in the Navy in Europe and know firsthand the importance of our NATO partners.
Picatinny Arsenal is essential to the safety of our women and men in the field and to delivering a qualitative edge for our military.
New Jerseyans knew that the SALT deduction cap would hurt.
With the incredible rate of growth of autism diagnoses in New Jersey, it is critical that we support the research, education, and access to services that individuals on the autism spectrum and their families need.
Families in the autism community have shared with me their fears as their children transition to adulthood. Many people lose access to crucial services and face tremendous uncertainty if their parents can no longer care for them.
I told New Jerseyans that I would find ways to work for commonsense, bipartisan solutions to some of our greatest challenges.
I want my kids to grow up in a world where everybody gets a fair shot.
The broken VA disability claims process has failed to adequately aid veterans with toxic exposure during their military service.
We must stand up to anti-Semitism at home and abroad.
The people of New Jersey sent me to Congress because they are tired of partisan gridlock. They want to see our Congress get to work on legislation that will make people's lives better.
Letting the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund close is not an option.
The Hudson River Tunnel is a chokepoint for the financial center - and most productive region - of the United States. It is the most heavily trafficked piece of rail in the entire country and even a partial closure will suffocate our nation's economy.
Caring for our nation's veterans and investing in Picatinny are some of my top priorities in Congress.
The security and integrity of our election system remains paramount.
There are serious and legitimate concerns about academic espionage at our universities.
My grandfather served as a pilot with the Army Air Corps, and he was shot down over Normandy in August 1944.
Iron Dome is a proven defense system that will provide increased protection for our troops in the field.
Nothing affects people's lives who go in and out of New York more than their commute. It is unavoidable, and it must be done every day.
New Jerseyans and their loved ones who live with a pre-existing condition should not have to worry whether or not their health insurance plan will cover them.
Imposing a $10,000 cap on SALT deductions has nothing to do with thoughtful tax policy. It's simply an attack on New Jersey residents, businesses, and homeowners, and unfairly limits married couples to the same $10,000 cap as individuals.
When sick, the ability to afford a prescription - or whether your plan offers the coverage you need - should be the last thing on your mind.
Navigating the healthcare system for children with special health needs can be daunting for families.
We need to work together to strengthen protections for pre-existing conditions and improve upon the gains made under the ACA, not tear it down.
The burden of student loan debt weighs heavily on both students and families across New Jersey.
Families in my community have seen their taxes go up because of the SALT deduction cap and as a result are questioning whether or not they can afford to live in New Jersey. The loss of the full SALT deduction puts an undue hardship on them.
Americans shouldn't have to hold down two or three jobs to make ends meet.