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Congressman Van Drew Applauds FAA Reorganization Elevating South Jersey's FAA Technical Center

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Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew released the following statement regarding the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) major agency reorganization. "This is a big deal, and it is something I have been pushing for a long time," said Congressman Van Drew. "For years, I have been working to make sure the FAA modernizes how it operates and fully uses the expertise at the…

Congressman Van Drew Issues Statement on Minnesota Shooting Involving an ICE Agent

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Washington, DC - Today, Congressman issued the following statement regarding recent events in Minnesota. "We never want to see any loss of life," said Congressman Van Drew. "What happened in Minnesota must be investigated fairly, openly, and objectively. There are still a lot of questions that need to be answered, and every possibility needs to be looked at. Americans have a right…

Congressman Van Drew Supports Effort to Protect Families From AI-Driven Energy Cost Increases

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Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew voiced his support for President Trump's plan aimed at preventing families from paying higher electricity bills due to the rapidly growing energy demands of large Artificial Intelligence data centers. The proposal urges grid operators to explore an emergency power auction that would make major technology companies and large data…

Congressman Van Drew Comments on the Strategic Importance of Greenland

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Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew shared his perspective on recent public discussions regarding Greenland and the United States. "Greenland is an important strategic partner, and a closer relationship could be beneficial for everyone involved," said Congressman Van Drew. "It could strengthen our national security, push back against foreign adversaries in the…

Congressman Van Drew Reflects on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Legacy

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Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew shared the following statement in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. "Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. envisioned a world where people are judged by the content of their character," said Congressman Van Drew. "That vision lives in the work we do every day to treat one another with respect and move our country forward together. We do not…

Congressman Van Drew Shares Update on HUD Takeover, Announces New Jobs at ACHA

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Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew shared an update on the forward progress of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's takeover of the Atlantic City Housing Authority (ACHA). In July of 2025, Congressman Van Drew announced the historic decision for HUD to step in and take control of the ACHA after years of mismanagement. Since then, HUD has completed a…

Congressman Van Drew Announces 2025 Congressional App Challenge Winner

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Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew announced Uchenna Uduma, a student at Egg Harbor Township High School, as the winner of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for New Jersey's Second Congressional District, recognizing his work developing an app designed to help veterans more easily access health screenings and support resources. "This year's winner is Uchenna Uduma, and…

Congressman Van Drew Secures Major Federal Funding for Critical South Jersey Projects

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Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew announced that he successfully secured significant federal funding for key South Jersey projects through H.R. 6938, the Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and the Interior and Environment Appropriations Act of 2026, delivering direct investments to improve the district.  "These projects will make a…

Congressman Van Drew Calls for Genuine Effort to Fix the ACA Tax Credits the Right Way

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Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew shared the following statement after voting against H.Res. 780, which would irresponsibly extend the Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits for three years without any effort to stop the waste, fraud, and abuse in the system. "I have been very clear where I stand from the start: I support extending the ACA tax credits on a…

Congressman Van Drew Celebrates the Opening of New Atlantic County VA Clinic in Linwood

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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…