Linwood, NJ - Today, Congressman Van Drew joined veterans, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) leadership—including Interim VISN 4 Deputy Director Robert Kling and Interim Wilmington VA Director Kim Butler—and local officials for a ribbon cutting ceremony marking the opening of the new Atlantic County VA Clinic in Linwood, a major expansion of health care services for South… Read more »
Washington, DC - As the new year begins, Congressman Van Drew is setting clear priorities for the work ahead in Congress, along with personal goals that keep him grounded and focused.
"A new year is a good time to refocus and push even harder on the issues that matter most," said Congressman Van Drew. "In Congress, one of my top priorities continues to be healthcare. I have been… Read more »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew expressed support for the administration's decision to pause offshore wind project construction across the country. The Department of the Interior paused several offshore wind projects following warnings from the Department of Defense that large offshore wind turbines could interfere with military radar systems and other critical national… Read more »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew announced that after direct negotiations with House leadership on the floor, he successfully secured an amendment addressing his serious concerns about offshore wind in the Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery (SPEED) Act, which would reform the federal permitting process.
"I support real permitting reform, and the… Read more »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew sent a follow-up letter to Governor Phil Murphy responding to recent statements from his office and again urging him to issue a state disaster declaration and declare a state of emergency for the Jersey Shore.
"This is not about politics right now," said Congressman Van Drew. "This is about the state of our beloved Jersey Shore. Since July, our… Read more »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew (R-NJ), Congressman Murphy (R-NC), and Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS) introduced companion legislation to formally codify President Trump's executive order reviving the Presidential Fitness Test and restoring a national focus on youth health.
"Our kids should have every chance to grow up strong and healthy, and that starts with building… Read more »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew sent a letter to Governor Murphy and Governor-elect Sherrill requesting that the State of New Jersey immediately declare a State of Emergency and issue a disaster declaration so that we can begin the formal process of securing federal assistance to stabilize and repair our beaches.
"Under federal law, New Jersey cannot even begin the… Read more »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew celebrated the passage of the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which delivers major national security wins while securing several key provisions he fought to include for South Jersey and the country.
"This is a strong defense bill, and it is good for our country," said Congressman Van Drew. "We are giving our troops a… Read more »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew joined a bipartisan coalition of House members calling for a short-term extension of the Affordable Care Act's (ACA) tax credits with targeted modifications of the system. The group also sent a letter to House and Senate leadership asking for a meeting to discuss a clear path forward for health insurance.
"Extending these credits… Read more »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew released the following statement regarding the state's outrageous gas tax hike to nearly 50 cents per gallon beginning January 1st.
"New Jersey families are getting hit from every direction," said Congressman Van Drew. "Thanks to state leadership, utility bills are up, delivery fees are up, and now they are raising the gas tax again. We… Read more »
