Today, Representatives Rob Menendez (NJ-08), LaMonica McIver (NJ-10), and Nellie Pou (NJ-09) called on U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) Administrator Lee Zeldin and U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”) Attorney General Pam Bondi to immediately accelerate the cleanup of the Diamond Alkali Superfund Site, a toxic polluted area along the Passaic River. The letter comes amid a continued push to protect the health and well-being of communities living near the Superfund site. “Families in … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representatives Rob Menendez (NJ-08) and Dan Goldman (NY-10) introduced the Communities Before Air Tourism Act, legislation that would require the Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA”) and National Park Service (“NPS”) to consult with communities under air-tour routes before entering into Air Tour Management voluntary agreements with helicopter operators. “Residents in our community shouldn’t have to endure the relentless disruption of helicopter air tours, … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Last week, Representatives Rob Menendez (NJ-08) and Erin Houchin (IN-09) led 11 of their colleagues in introducing the Strategic Task Force on Scam Prevention Act, bipartisan legislation to protect Americans from the growing wave of fraud and financial deception costing families billions each year. In 2024 alone, New Jersey residents reported losing more than $430 million to cybercriminals, ranking sixth in the nation for scam-related losses. Across the country, more than 50 … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Congressional Hispanic Caucus Vice Chair of Policy Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) and Representative Dan Goldman (NY-10) led 52 colleagues in demanding the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) immediately enforce federal regulation requiring immigration enforcement officers to clearly identify themselves during arrests. The letter follows disturbing reports of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) agents across the country conducting arrests … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) sent two letters urging the Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) and Department of Transportation (“DOT”) Office of Inspector General (“OIG”) to take immediate action to protect New Jersey residents from the impacts of helicopter noise and safety risks. He also urged the DOT OIG to investigate the Federal Aviation Administration’s (“FAA”) oversight of the helicopter tourism industry. The letters come six months after the tragic … Continue Reading
Today, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) released the following statement on the announced peace agreement between Israel and Hamas:"The announcement of a peace agreement between Israel and Hamas is a promising and welcome development after two years of tragedy, loss, and unimaginable suffering."Since the start of this conflict, I have advocated to bring the hostages home, increase the flow of aid into Gaza, and move us closer to an enduring solution where both peoples can live with security … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) led all New Jersey Democratic Members of the House and Senate in responding to the Trump Administration's politically motivated decision to withhold funding for the Hudson Tunnel Project, the largest bipartisan investment in transportation infrastructure in United States history.In a letter to Trump Administration officials, the delegation highlighted the economic impacts of the project, creating 95,000 jobs and generating $19.6 … Continue Reading
“Christ Hospital - now known as Heights University Hospital - is a vital resource and lifeline for thousands of our friends and neighbors in Hudson County and beyond. That’s why it is critically important that we work together across government to ensure that this facility remains operational. Our community deserves a sustainable solution that ensures continued access to both essential and non-essential services.“Hudson Regional Health must be willing partners in this endeavor — and they must … Continue Reading
Today, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) released the following statement in response to the Trump Administration's announcement that they are withholding funding for the Hudson Tunnel Project:"Let’s be clear about the Trump Administration’s decision to withhold funding for the Hudson Tunnel Project: it’s blatantly political, and it’s going to harm our economy, our workers, and our constituents. "On day one of the Republican Shutdown, the Administration is trying to bend Democratic leaders into … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) led all Democratic Members of Congress and Senators from New Jersey in demanding that the Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) immediately reverse course on plans to undo the agency’s Endangerment Finding, which forms the bedrock of the EPA’s work to protect communities against the effects of climate change.In a letter to EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, the members demanded that the agency uphold the Endangerment Finding and continue … Continue Reading
JERSEY CITY, N.J. - Today, on New Jersey singer-songwriter Bruce Springsteen’s birthday, Representatives Rob Menendez (NJ-08) and Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) led an effort to designate September 23, 2025, as “Bruce Springsteen Day.”This resolution honors Springsteen’s contributions to music, New Jersey, and the nation, through his representation of Americans’ hopes and dreams, as well as their struggles.“Through his storytelling and musical talent, Bruce Springsteen truly captures the … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, during National Diaper Need Awareness Week, Congressman Rob Menendez (D-NJ), joined by Representatives Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA), Jimmy Gomez (D-CA), and Brittany Pettersen (D-CO), introduced the bipartisan Family-Friendly Facilities Tax Credit Act, which incentivizes small businesses nationwide to install diaper changing stations in family restrooms. Too often, families with young children are unable to access diaper changing stations during family outings. While small … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Ayer, durante la Semana Nacional de Concientización sobre la Necesidad de Pañales, el Congresista Rob Menéndez (D-NJ), junto con los Representantes Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA), Jimmy Gomez (D-CA) y Brittany Pettersen (D-CO), presentaron la ley bipartidista de Crédito Fiscal para Instalaciones Familiares, que incentiva a las pequeñas empresas de todo el país a instalar estaciones para cambiar pañales en los baños familiares. Con demasiada frecuencia, las familias con niños … Continue Reading
HOBOKEN, N.J. - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) and Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), announced that they helped secure more than $3.6 million in federal funding awarded to the City of Hoboken for vital water infrastructure improvements.During the Fiscal Year 2024 appropriations process, Congressman Menendez and Senator Booker advocated for the federal investment through two Community Project Funding requests totaling $3,697,752. The City of Hoboken will leverage the funds to upgrade … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Hoy, al comienzo del Mes de la Herencia Hispana, el Congresista Rob Menéndez (NJ-08) presentó una resolución para designar la semana del 15 de septiembre de 2025 como la 'Semana Nacional de la Cocina Gastronómica Latina'. "Estoy orgulloso de representar a una de las regiones más diversas de nuestro estado y un área rica en tradiciones culinarias hispanas", dijo el Congresista Rob Menéndez. "Esta resolución celebra estas tradiciones y reconoce el papel que desempeñan en la … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, at the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) introduced a resolution to designate the week of September 15th, 2025, as ‘National Latino Gastronomic Cuisine Week’. “I’m proud to represent 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 recognizes the role they play in creating vibrant, inclusive, and diverse … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representatives Rob Menendez (D-NJ), Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY), Jerrold Nadler (D-NY), and Dan Goldman (D-NY) introduced the Protecting Communities from Helicopter Noise Act. The bipartisan bill, one of several pieces of legislation introduced in response to rampant helicopter noise in the New Jersey-New York Metropolitan Area, directs the Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA”) to study the impact of helicopters on the safety of the airspace and helicopter noise … Continue Reading
Hoy, el Vicepresidente de Política Rob Menéndez (NJ-08) y el Presidente Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) lideraron 21 a sus colegas del Caucus Hispano del Congreso ("CHC") para exigir que el Departamento de Seguridad Nacional ("DHS") ponga fin de inmediato a sus esfuerzos para impedir la autoridad de supervisión de los miembros relacionados con la inspección de los centros de detención del Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de los Estados Unidos ("ICE"). En una carta enviada a la … Continue Reading
Today, Vice Chair of Policy Rob Menendez (NJ-08) and Chair Adriano Espaillat (NY-13) led 21 of their Congressional Hispanic Caucus (“CHC”) colleagues in demanding the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) immediately end their efforts to impede Members’ oversight authority related to inspecting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) detention facilities. In a letter sent to DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, the Members made clear that DHS’s new processes and protocols, requiring seven … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) introduced the Community Parks Revitalization Act to enhance funding opportunities for local park construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance across New Jersey and the United States. The bill was previously introduced by former Representative Albio Sires (NJ-08). “Parks are the cornerstones of our communities, bringing neighborhoods together, improving public health, and protecting our environment,” said Congressman Rob Menendez. “In … Continue Reading
