JERSEY CITY, N.J. - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) announced that the Federal Railroad Administration has awarded $286.4 million in grant funding to Amtrak for critical rail infrastructure upgrades throughout the Northeast Corridor and New Jersey’s Eighth Congressional District. “Since coming to Congress, I’ve tirelessly advocated for funding to improve our region’s public transportation and critical infrastructure,” said Congressman Menendez. “We know that the challenges we face in … Continue Reading
Today, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) released the following statement on the one year anniversary of the October 7th attacks: "One year ago today, Israel was attacked and our world forever changed. Innocent lives lost, hostages taken, communities shattered. Since then, despite rising antisemitism around the globe, Israeli and Jewish people have remained steadfast in their faith and in the fight for their future. "As we reflect on the last year, let us remember the resiliency of the … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, the House Committee on Homeland Security unanimously passed Congressman Rob Menendez’s (NJ-08) bill, H.R. 9762, the DHS International Cyber Partnership Act. The bill enhances the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) ability to engage with U.S. allies to advance shared cybersecurity goals. “International cybersecurity threats are on the rise, threatening our infrastructure and our … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, amidst the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives designating the week of September 23rd, 2024 as ‘National Latino Gastronomic Cuisine Week.’ “I’m proud to represent New Jersey’s 8th District, one of the most diverse regions of our state and an area rich with Hispanic culinary traditions,” said Congressman Rob Menendez. “This resolution celebrates these traditions and … Continue Reading
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez issued the following statement on Hispanic Heritage Month: “I am proud to join the nation in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. This month is the time to acknowledge the profound contributions the Hispanic community has made to our country's history, culture, and progress for future generations. “In New Jersey’s Eighth Congressional District, our Hispanic and Latino neighbors embody dedication, resilience, and creativity. Their … Continue Reading
WEEHAWKEN, N.J. - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded a $6.32 million grant to NJ Transit to install new equipment at the NY Waterway Weehawken Ferry Maintenance Facility. The grant, funded under the FY 2024 Passenger Ferry Grant Program, will be used to install a wave attenuator at the facility, preventing waves, high tides, and floods from harming vessels and impacting service for customers. “This grant will … Continue Reading
JERSEY CITY, N.J. - Yesterday, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) hosted a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Workshop in Jersey City to address the pervasive issue of helicopter noise on local communities. Attendees of the workshop included representatives from the FAA Eastern Region, Hudson County elected officials, and representatives from Stop The Chop NY/NJ, a helicopter noise advocacy group. “Since I took office, one of the most common issues I've heard about from constituents … Continue Reading
JERSEY CITY, N.J. - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) applauded $6.78 million in security grant funding provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to organizations and communities throughout New Jersey’s 8th District. The funding is provided by the Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP), the Intercity Bus Security Grant Program (IBSGP), and the Port Security Grant Program (PSGP). These programs focus on facility hardening, physical security enhancements, and … Continue Reading
WEEHAWKEN, N.J. - On Monday, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) and Congressman Andy Kim (NJ-03) met with Gateway Development Commission officials and toured project sites throughout New Jersey’s 8th District in Weehawken and North Bergen. The Gateway Project, funded in part by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, represents the largest investment in mass transit infrastructure in the nation’s history. The tour included stops at staging areas, fan plants, and haul routes around the … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez (D-NJ) led a letter with Reps. Mikie Sherrill (D-NJ) and Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) to Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg seeking answers on the continued delays and equipment failures impacting Amtrak and NJ TRANSIT customers. This letter follows an initial letter sent to the Secretary on June 25th, in which Congressman Menendez and the delegation demanded a thorough investigation into persistent breakdowns along the Northeast … Continue Reading
President Biden has had one of the most successful presidencies of our lifetime. Under his leadership, we have made historic investments in working families, strengthened our economy, and made tremendous progress in the fight for equality. He has served our country with dignity, shown resilience through heartbreaking personal tragedy, and always put the American people first. I join the people of New Jersey’s 8th District in thanking him for his decades of leadership and commitment to … Continue Reading
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez proudly joined Senators Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Cory Booker (D-NJ), and other leaders from across New Jersey and New York to announce a major milestone for the Hudson Tunnel Project. The Gateway Development Commission (GDC) has finalized a Full-Funding Grant Agreement (FFGA) with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), securing $6.88 billion in federal funding for the critical infrastructure project. “This is a historic moment and a … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez condemned House Republicans’ refusal to consider his amendment to H.R. 8725, the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2025, that would prevent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from entering into or renewing contracts for private prison facilities, such as the Elizabeth Detention Center (EDC), in New Jersey. “House Republicans’ refusal to consider our amendment to prevent private immigration detention in New Jersey … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Congressman Rob Menendez secured key wins for New Jersey’s Eighth Congressional District in the Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (“WRDA”). The inclusion of these provisions ensures that New Jersey will receive the support it needs from the federal government allowing the United States Army Corps of Engineers ( the “Corps”) to improve key water infrastructure issues, including flood risk management, navigation improvements, and ecosystem restoration. “I … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez attended the 12th Anniversary of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program at the White House and released the following statement on President Biden’s announcement of the Executive Orders that provide affirmative relief to undocumented immigrants: “I applaud President Biden for making the changes necessary to protect undocumented immigrants who are integral members of our communities. These executive orders reflect our … Continue Reading
Jersey City, NJ - Last week, Reps. Rob Menendez (NJ-08), Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12), and Andy Kim (NJ-03) sent a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland encouraging the Department of Justice (DOJ) to refrain from supporting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) contracts for private detention centers in New Jersey, including a potential new operation, Delaney Hall. This effort follows up on a letter sent August of 2023 that expressed serious concern over DOJ’s support for the … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, the United States House of Representatives passed Congressman Menendez’s bill, H.R. 7702, as part of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2024. Congressman Menendez introduced this bill in response to the tragic vessel fire that occurred in Newark in July 2023, which claimed the lives of two Newark firefighters, Augusto “Augie” Acabou and Wayne “Bear” Brooks Jr. The bill calls for a study on vessel fires within three nautical miles of the shoreline to reduce … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded $49,995,966 to nine housing authorities in New Jersey’s Eighth District. The grants are provided through HUD’s Capital Fund Program, which offers funding to build, renovate, and modernize public housing. “I am thrilled to see these much-needed funds awarded to the Housing Authorities in New Jersey’s Eighth Congressional District,” said Congressman … Continue Reading
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Congressman Rob Menendez today released the following statement after the passing of Congressman Donald Payne, Jr. “It is with deep sadness that I learned earlier today of the passing of my friend and fierce advocate for New Jersey, Congressman Donald Payne, Jr. His sudden loss leaves a profound void in our delegation and in the hearts of all of those who had the privilege of knowing him. “Congressman Payne was a dedicated public servant who fought tirelessly for the … Continue Reading
"Today, I was proud to vote for a bipartisan package of bills that provides long-overdue assistance for our allies Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, as well as life-saving humanitarian aid for communities around the world, including in Gaza. In light of the complex global situation, it's both a moral imperative and essential to our national security that the United States provide vital support to counter ever-increasing threats posed by foreign adversaries. Now, more than ever, we must stand … Continue Reading
