Press Releases

Today, Congressman Van Drew voted in support of additional funding for programs designed to only be utilized by small businesses and those on the frontlines of healthcare in their time of need during the COVID-19 pandemic. This legislation is an additional influx of funds into programs designed to keep small businesses and their employees with much-needed resources during this difficult… Read more »

Congressman Jeff Van Drew announced his support for the ability of Destination Marketing Organizations (DMOs) to access funds made available during the COVID-19 emergency funding legislation. South Jersey is home to numerous DMOs, whose goal it is to promote and increase tourism and travel to certain areas. “DMOs help our economy thrive in South Jersey,” said Congressman Van… Read more »

Congressman Jeff Van Drew has announced his support for an additional wave of funding to galvanize the existing programs passed last month in the CARES Act and prior. Congressman Van Drew will oppose any additions not pertaining to the public health crisis at hand. Negotiations are currently pending regarding the dollar amounts and allocation of resources, but included in the talks, and… Read more »

MAYS LANDING—Tonight, Congressman Van Drew offered his office’s assistance to help keep out-of-area homeowners away during the COVID-19 pandemic and the severe weather that South Jersey recently has experienced. “I am offering the assistance of my office in taking external photographs of potential property damage after today’s storms; we can help, but please stay… Read more »

MAYS LANDING,--Today, Congressman Van Drew requested a state of emergency declaration in response to severe weather in South Jersey. Storms and winds battered down areas already struggling with resource allocation during the COVID-19 crisis. A state of emergency must be declared for the areas impacted to have access to funds. “Over the last few hours, storms and powerful winds have… Read more »

Today, Congressman Jeff Van Drew offered his support of, and ideas for the next round of stimulus funding being discussed. The enactment of the third round of stimulus is up and running, however we are still waiting on the total rollout to be fully enacted. We still need to receive on guidance from certain agencies regarding process and application (e.g.-SSI recipients process for the IRS… Read more »

South Jersey now has several Coronavirus testing sites. These locations are for residents of the counties, by appointment and having met certain criteria for testing. We will keep you posted as additional sites open. Atlantic County: Hamilton Mall parking lot https://www.atlantic-county.org/news/details.asp?ID=4600 Cape May County: By… Read more »

Friends, This is Congressman Jeff Van Drew with an update for you with some important information about what resources are available to you currently. Over the last several weeks, my colleagues and I have passed significant legislation to address the Coronavirus pandemic. Here are some of the resources that are available to you right now, ALL ELIGIBLE SALEM COUNTY RESIDENTS WILL RECEIVE… Read more »

Dear Friend, This is Congressman Jeff Van Drew. The Coronavirus crisis is causing fear, anxiety and financial hardship for families across our community, our state and our nation. Congress has passed unprecedented legislation to help Americans during this difficult time. My staff and I are ready to help you in any way that we can. Together we can overcome this crisis and be stronger… Read more »

Today, the Federal Transit Authority (FTA) announced grants from monies allocated to them in the COVID-19 relief package(CARES Act) that was passed and signed into law last Friday(3/27). South Jersey is expected to receive more than $130 million dollars in funds. “I am pleased to see South Jersey included with some much-needed funding for projects during these difficult… Read more »