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Congressman Van Drew Holds Tele-town Hall

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Washington, DC - Today Congressman Van Drew released a tele-town hall, where he answered questions submitted from thousands of constituents across South Jersey. He addressed a wide variety of topics such as his vow to protect Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security, the impact of the Trump tariffs, cuts from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), key government…

Congressman Van Drew Urges Action on Delayed Atlantic County Veterans Clinic Relocation

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Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Van Drew sent a letter to the Veterans Affairs Wilmington Health Care District voicing his concerns about the ongoing delays in the relocation of the Atlantic County Veterans Clinic. "Veterans have sacrificed so much for our country, and it is time we repay that by ensuring they have access to the healthcare they need, without having to travel…

Congressman Van Drew Condemns the Trial of American Hero Daniel Penny

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Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew released the following statement regarding the trial of U.S. Marine Corps veteran Daniel Penny, who is facing charges for protecting subway passengers in New York City. "The only thing Daniel Penny is guilty of is stepping up to protect innocent people in a dangerous, unpredictable situation," said Congressman Van Drew. "He did what any…

Congressman Van Drew Introduces Resolution to Honor the Unsung Heroes of Wartime

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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…

Congressman Van Drew Passes Two Bills Through the House to Rename Post Offices in South Jersey

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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…

Congressman Van Drew Introduces Resolution to Celebrate Memorial Day

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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…

Congressman Van Drew Announces the Addition of a New Veterans Center in Vineland

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Washington, DC - Today, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced the addition of a veterans' facility in Vineland, South Jersey. This location will provide counseling for a wide range of social and psychological services, including no-cost professional counseling. "Veteran centers provide necessary care for veterans, servicemembers, and their families. I am…

Congressman Van Drew Announces the Opening of New Veterans Healthcare Clinic in Atlantic County

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Atlantic County, NJ - Today, Congressman Van Drew announced that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is planning to expand health care services in Atlantic County. The current Community Based Outpatient Clinic is based in Northfield, New Jersey and will be relocating two miles away to Linwood, New Jersey. The clinic is set to double in size to over 22,000 square feet, which will…

Congressman Van Drew Introduces Package of Bills to Support Our Nation's Veterans and Their Families

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Washington, DC - Congressman Van Drew introduced three pieces of legislation—the Andrew Thomas McCaffrey Green Star Veterans Service Act, the Green Star Families Act, and the Veterans' Telecommunications Protection Act—aimed to bring awareness of veteran suicide and to ease the burden of costs for veterans' organizations. "Andrew Thomas McCaffrey was a brave and fearless man…

Reps. Van Drew, Courtney Introduce the Agent Orange Veterans Service Medal Act

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Today, Congressman Van Drew (R-NJ) introduced the Agent Orange Veterans Service Medal Act alongside his colleague, Congressman Joe Courtney (D-CT), to honor our nation's veterans who have suffered from long-term side effects from Agent Orange during the Vietnam War.  "Exposure to Agent Orange has left thousands of brave veterans with lifelong health impacts. Honoring the…