Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew announced that he will be holding a field hearing in the district to address the escalating electricity costs impacting New Jersey families. In addition, he will be introducing a package of five critical bills designed to enhance transparency from utility companies and protect consumers from these unfair hikes in the future. "We need to ensure big compan... Read More »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew issued the following statement on Atlantic City Electric's (ACE) inadequate response to his request for a halt to all shut-off notices as well as a public forum amid the surge in electric bills affecting South Jersey residents. "This response from Atlantic City Electric is absolutely unacceptable," said Congressman Van Drew. "Their weak excuses do not ma... Read More »
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew introduced H.R. 9382, which would designate alpha-gal as a major food allergen. Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS) is a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction to red meat or other products containing alpha-gal, impacting hundreds of thousands of Americans across the nation. "Designating alpha-gal as a major allergen is a big step in the right direction fo... Read More »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew sent a letter to Atlantic City Electric telling them to stop all shut-off notices for customers who are struggling to pay their bills due to unexpected increases after the installation of smart meters. Many people who have always paid their bills on time are now facing huge jumps in their utility costs without a clear answer as to why. "People are having... Read More »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew introduced H.R. 9359, The Social Security Tax Freedom Act, which would remove federal income taxes on Social Security payments, protect Social Security funding, and provide much-needed relief to retirees. "People who rely on Social Security have already more than contributed their fair share through years of payroll taxes and hard work," said Congressman... Read More »
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew sent a letter to the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) demanding a public hearing to allow South Jersey residents to voice their concerns over the outrageous spikes in their electricity bills. "I have heard from thousands of constituents across the district who have seen their energy bills skyrocket compared to last year with no explanation a... Read More »
Brigantine, NJ - Today, Congressman Van Drew hosted a hearing entitled, "An Examination into Offshore Wind Industrialization: Part Three" and was joined by Rep. Scott Perry (R-PA) and Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ). This hearing follows previous sessions in Brigantine, New Jersey and Ocean City, Maryland. "The deeper we dig into the impacts of offshore wind, the more troubling the findings become," said ... Read More »
Mays Landing, NJ - Today, Congressman Van Drew attended the commencement of the reconstruction of the Lake Lenape Dam in Mays Landing, South Jersey. The dam, currently classified as a Class One High Hazard Dam, poses a severe risk to the surrounding area, as its potential failure could lead to loss of life and significant property damage. The comprehensive reconstruction of this dam will mitigate ... Read More »
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew introduced a resolution to honor the dedication, bravery, and sacrifice of our correctional officers across the United States, particularly those who have lost their lives while on duty. On July 30th, we proudly celebrated Corrections Officers Day in New Jersey, a day established into law by Congressman Van Drew during his tenure in the State Senate. Th... Read More »
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew introduced a resolution to designate July 22nd as a day to honor the countless Americans who have played crucial roles during wartime by remaining home and working tirelessly to support those fighting on the frontlines. This day will provide an opportunity to reflect on the collective effort required to maintain our freedom and to express our gratitude ... Read More »
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew released the following statement in response to the environmental disaster unfolding off the coast of Nantucket, where a wind turbine blade fell into the water, shattered, and scattered debris along their beaches. "The Nantucket environmental disaster should serve as a wake-up call to anyone still considering offshore wind as a viable option for our sho... Read More »
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew released the following statement in response to the assassination attempt on President Trump's life. "Our prayers are with President Trump and the families of those killed and injured in today's senseless act of violence," said Congressman Van Drew. "President Trump has always shown unwavering resilience and leadership in the face of adversity—from impe... Read More »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew celebrated the passage of two of his bills through the House of Representatives with the bipartisan approval of all 12 members of the New Jersey delegation. These bills would rename United States Postal Service facilities in South Jersey, with the post office on Route 47 South in Rio Grande to be renamed the "Carlton H. Hand Post Office Building" and the... Read More »
Washington, DC - This Memorial Day, we commemorate the bravery, courage, and unwavering dedication of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for the United States of America. Since our country was founded, over 1.3 million Americans have lost their lives defending our country and ensuring our freedom. On this day, we honor the memory of these brave men and women by upholding the values they fo... Read More »
Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew issued the following statement in response to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's (BOEM) release of its Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for the Atlantic Shores Project 1 and 2 offshore wind projects. The completion of these projects would result in up to 200 wind turbines covering over 100,000 acres of the Jersey coast. "Once again, BOEM... Read More »
