Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew, along with Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL), honored Veterans Day by introducing the Veterans Bill of Rights Act, which would require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide every veteran with a clear, straightforward Veterans Bill of Rights outlining the benefits and services they are entitled to. "Our veterans fought for this... Read More »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew released the following statement calling on both parties to immediately end the government shutdown, reopen the country, and put the American people first. "There are no winners here," said Congressman Van Drew. "Democrats should have already passed this routine continuing resolution. It is Joe Biden's own bill, for God's sake. And Republicans—you cannot... Read More »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew sent a follow-up letter to Speaker Johnson urging House leadership to act responsibly as the expanded Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits approach expiration. "The Affordable Care Act has failed to make healthcare affordable, but that does not mean we turn our backs on families who are stuck in the system," said Congressman Van Drew. "We cannot allow t... Read More »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew released the following statement after Atlantic City Electric (ACE) stated it will work with Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill to reduce energy costs for New Jersey residents. "I hope ACE and Governor-elect Sherrill are serious about lowering energy costs because families in South Jersey are hitting their breaking point," said Congressman Van Drew. "People c... Read More »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew, Chairman of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Oversight, asked that the Department of Justice (DOJ) immediately investigate the bomb threats made against seven polling locations across New Jersey. "For seven separate polling places to receive bomb threats on Election Day is not a coincidence—it looks organized, intentional, and meant to scare voters,"... Read More »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew released the following statement calling on the Senate to end the filibuster that continues to keep the government shut down. "The filibuster is stopping us from helping the American people," said Congressman Van Drew. "I spoke with President Trump this morning, and he agrees that the filibuster needs to go. The House has already passed the bill to reope... Read More »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew introduced the Improving Police Critical Aid for Responding to Emergencies (CARE) Act, which would strengthen trauma kit standards for law enforcement by ensuring every kit purchased with federal funds meets consistent, life-saving national standards. "Our law enforcement officers risk their lives every single day to keep our communities safe, and they d... Read More »
Washington, DC -Today, Reps. Van Drew and Jen Kiggans (VA-02) led a letter to Speaker Mike Johnson, signed by 11 other lawmakers, regarding the expiration of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits. "The first thing we need to do right now is get the government open. That has to be our focus," said Representative Van Drew. "But once that's done, Congress needs to work on the ACA tax credits righ... Read More »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew released the following statement on the safe return of the remaining hostages following President Trump's historic deal that secured their freedom. "The release of these hostages is incredible news and something we can all come together to celebrate," said Congressman Van Drew. "These innocent people have lived through the unimaginable—years of fear, iso... Read More »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew sent a letter to Mayor Parker of the city of Philadelphia demanding accountability for the city's decision to raise the flag of the People's Republic of China during an official ceremony on September 30th. "The CCP is not a government to be celebrated," said Congressman Van Drew. "It is a regime of repression and intimidation that censors its people, ste... Read More »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew released the following statement after Democrats forced a government shutdown. "Let's be clear: House Republicans did our job," said Congressman Van Drew. "We passed a clean bill to responsibly keep the government open, protect our veterans and seniors, and give Congress time to finish full-year funding bills. Democrats refused. They demanded $1.5 trilli... Read More »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew hosted local leaders for the grand opening of the newly rebuilt Lake Lenape Dam in Mays Landing, South Jersey. The project was made possible after Congressman Van Drew secured $4.6 million in federal funding through a Community Project Funding Congressional earmark to replace the aging, high-hazard dam. "Today was a proud day for South Jersey," said Cong... Read More »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew announced that the FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which just passed through the House, authorizes $61 million for a new maintenance hangar at the 177th Air National Guard Fighter Wing in Egg Harbor Township, South Jersey. "The 177th Fighter Wing is one of the most important assets we have in South Jersey and across the nation, and thi... Read More »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew announced that he held a productive meeting with mayors from Cape May, Atlantic, and Ocean Counties, along with leaders from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), to discuss both immediate and long-term solutions to protect South Jersey's beaches. "Yesterday, we had a very important meeting focu... Read More »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew issued the following statement regarding Hurricane Erin and any potential impact on the South Jersey coast. "My office is keeping a close eye on Hurricane Erin as it moves up the East Coast," said Congressman Van Drew. "Right now, the storm is expected to stay offshore, but we all know how quickly conditions can change, so we are making sure South Jersey... Read More »
