Our office remains open to assist you during a government shutdown. Constituents of New Jersey’s 8th Congressional District who need assistance can submit their request here or call our office at (201) 309-0301. Please note that we will potentially have a reduced ability to assist constituents as many federal agencies will be closed due to the shutdown. If you have a comment or would like to share how a shutdown impacts you, please send us a message or reach out to our DC office at (202) 225-7919.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Government Shutdown?
Mail Services
Post offices will remain open during normal business hours, and mail delivery will continue.
Social Security
Medicaid and Medicare
Current Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries will continue to receive their regular benefits.
WIC benefits and Head Start
Food assistance programs
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) should cover benefits for October. But if the shutdown stretches on beyond that, benefits could be affected.
Immigration services
Veteran services
Travel
Student loans and payment
Federal student aid processing will not be impacted and payments will still be due for borrowers.
Small business loans
Federal employees and military personnel
Visiting National Parks, Monuments, and the Nation’s Capital
Tours of the United States Capitol and the Library of Congress are not offered during a government shutdown.
If you have booked a tour through our office and wish to reschedule, please contact us at (202)-225-7919.
The Department of Interior intends to keep some parks and open-air memorials open, though it's recommended to verify their status before visiting.
Contact any facilities you plan to visit before you arrive to ensure they are open.
Waste Collection
Waste collection is controlled through local government and will continue as normal.
