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 -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 released the following statement on the Medal of Honor Act being signed into law by President Trump. The new law significantly increases the annual special pension for Medal of Honor recipients.
"Our Medal of Honor recipients put everything on the line for this country," said Congressman Van Drew. "They went far beyond the call of… Read more »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew, along with Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL), honored Veterans Day by introducing the Veterans Bill of Rights Act, which would require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide every veteran with a clear, straightforward Veterans Bill of Rights outlining the benefits and services they are entitled to.
"Our veterans… Read more »
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew announced that the FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which just passed through the House, authorizes $61 million for a new maintenance hangar at the 177th Air National Guard Fighter Wing in Egg Harbor Township, South Jersey.
"The 177th Fighter Wing is one of the most important assets we have in South Jersey and across the… Read more »
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… Read more »
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… Read more »
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… 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… 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… Read more »
