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
WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Rob Menendez announces a $1,750,000 Strengthening Community Colleges Training Grant from the Department of Labor to Hudson County Community College (HCCC) to enhance training programs in the financial services and technology sectors and create career pathways for students. "This grant is an investment in Hudson County’s next generation,” said Congressman Menendez. “I am proud to see that Hudson County Community College students will receive the tools and … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week, Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) co-sponsored the Housing Crisis Response Act and the Ending Homelessness Act, both led by Ranking Member, Maxine Waters (CA-13) of the Committee on Financial Services. These bills would significantly reduce housing insecurity and poverty in America by investing $150 billion in federal funding to address the housing crisis, turning the Housing Choice Voucher program into a federal entitlement, and banning housing discrimination … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Rob Menendez (NJ-08) has co-sponsored the Reinforcing Essential Health Systems for Communities Act, introduced by Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) and Congressman David Valadao (CA-22). The bill establishes an "essential health system" designation within federal law, creating a pathway to streamline access to crucial funding, grants, and federal support for hospitals operating in underserved communities. “At the heart of our communities, essential healthcare … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressmen Rob Menendez (NJ-08) and Jerry Nadler (NY-12), introduced the Protecting Communities from Helicopter Noise Act. This bill directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to study helicopter noise within a 15-mile radius of the Statue of Liberty National Monument and examine potential solutions in diverting helicopters away from residential and recreational areas. "We cannot ignore the detrimental effects excessive helicopter noise has on our community and … Continue Reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee passed Congressman Rob Menendez’s (NJ-08) H.R. 7702 out of Committee 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 … Continue Reading
Transcript: President Biden just concluded his 2024 State of the Union Address - a visionary speech that highlighted the progress he has made with House Democrats for working families across America while outlining the work that remains. The President spoke about the story of our country, a story of progress, possibilities, and resilience. And he showed a clear contrast between his and the Democrats forward-thinking vision for our country and Trump and the Republicans’ plans … Continue Reading
