Congressional App Challenge

We are excited to announce that our office will be participating in the Congressional App Challenge, a nationwide competition aimed at encouraging students to learn how to code and inspiring them to pursue careers in computer science. By participating, students can showcase their creativity and technical skills by creating and submitting their software application, or “app,” for mobile, tablet, or computer devices on a platform of their choice. We accept any programming language, such as C, C++, Java, JavaScript, Python, Ruby, or "block code." The Challenge is designed to promote innovation and engagement in computer science.

The Challenge is open to middle and high school students residing or attending school in New Jersey’s Eighth Congressional District. Students can participate individually or as part of a team of up to four members. All entries must be original in concept, design, and execution using any platform of their choosing.

The deadline to submit your app online is October 30, 2025.

The rules for the 2025 Congressional App Challenge can be found here.

For more information and to register, please visit the Congressional App Challenge website.

Winner Notification

The app of the winning student or team in the 8th Congressional District will be announced in December and will be featured on the U.S. House of Representatives' website, the Congressional App Challenge website, and displayed in a U.S. Capitol exhibit. Winning students are invited to attend the #HouseofCode Capitol Hill Reception in Washington, D.C.

If you have any questions, you can call the office at (201) 309-0301 or email Patrick.Mosquera@mail.house.gov