Speeches

1.09.26 | Rep. Van Drew Congratulates Dr. Vytas Siliunas on His Retirement January 9, 2026

Rep. Van Drew congratulates Dr. Vytas Siliunason his well-earned retirement after many years of service. ABOUT CONGRESSMAN VAN DREW Dr. Jefferson Van Drew has served at almost every level of elected office in New Jersey government; from fire commissioner, council, mayor, county commissioner, State Assemblyman, and State Senate. As a practicing dentist of almost 30 years, he served as President of the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry. He has earned a reputation as a strong advocate for souther...

1.09.26 | Rep. Van Drew Thanks Daniel Alicea and the Work of His Company, Madison Resorts January 9, 2026

Rep. Van Drew recognizes Daniel Alicea and his company, Madison Resorts. ABOUT CONGRESSMAN VAN DREW Dr. Jefferson Van Drew has served at almost every level of elected office in New Jersey government; from fire commissioner, council, mayor, county commissioner, State Assemblyman, and State Senate. As a practicing dentist of almost 30 years, he served as President of the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry. He has earned a reputation as a strong advocate for southern New Jersey municipalities, but...

1.05.26 | Rep. Van Drew Recognizes Taylor Mulford and Her Impact on the South Jersey Community January 9, 2026

Rep. Van Drew rises to rise to recognize Taylor Mulford and her impact on the South Jersey community. ABOUT CONGRESSMAN VAN DREW Dr. Jefferson Van Drew has served at almost every level of elected office in New Jersey government; from fire commissioner, council, mayor, county commissioner, State Assemblyman, and State Senate. As a practicing dentist of almost 30 years, he served as President of the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry. He has earned a reputation as a strong advocate for southern N...

1.05.26 | Rep. Van Drew Honors Eagle Scout Robert Giuseppe Pessolano January 9, 2026

This past December, Rep. Van Drew had the honor of attending Robert Pessolano's Eagle Scout Court of Honor. ABOUT CONGRESSMAN VAN DREW Dr. Jefferson Van Drew has served at almost every level of elected office in New Jersey government; from fire commissioner, council, mayor, county commissioner, State Assemblyman, and State Senate. As a practicing dentist of almost 30 years, he served as President of the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry. He has earned a reputation as a strong advocate for sout...

1.09.26 | Rep. Van Drew Congratulates Christopher Ropiecki on His Eagle Scout Court of Honor January 9, 2026

Rep. Van Drew celebrates the accomplishments of Christopher Ropiecki and his recent achievement of the rank of Eagle Scout, following in the footsteps of his two older brothers. ABOUT CONGRESSMAN VAN DREW Dr. Jefferson Van Drew has served at almost every level of elected office in New Jersey government; from fire commissioner, council, mayor, county commissioner, State Assemblyman, and State Senate. As a practicing dentist of almost 30 years, he served as President of the New Jersey State Board ...

1.05.26 | Rep. Van Drew Honors South Jersey's Own, Steve Plevins January 5, 2026

Rep. Van Drew recognizes Steve Plevins, a man who has devoted his entire life to serving young people and strengthening our communities. ABOUT CONGRESSMAN VAN DREW Dr. Jefferson Van Drew has served at almost every level of elected office in New Jersey government; from fire commissioner, council, mayor, county commissioner, State Assemblyman, and State Senate. As a practicing dentist of almost 30 years, he served as President of the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry. He has earned a reputation ...

1.05.26 | Rep. Van Drew Honors the Life and Legacy of Congressman Donald Payne Jr. January 5, 2026

Rep. Van Drew remembers and honors his colleague and friend, Congressman Donald Payne Jr., on the one-year anniversary of his passing. ABOUT CONGRESSMAN VAN DREW Dr. Jefferson Van Drew has served at almost every level of elected office in New Jersey government; from fire commissioner, council, mayor, county commissioner, State Assemblyman, and State Senate. As a practicing dentist of almost 30 years, he served as President of the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry. He has earned a reputation as...

1.05.26 | Rep. Van Drew Honors New Eagle Scout Nathan Dinkels January 5, 2026

Rep. Van Drew honors Eagle Scout Nathan Dinkels. ABOUT CONGRESSMAN VAN DREW Dr. Jefferson Van Drew has served at almost every level of elected office in New Jersey government; from fire commissioner, council, mayor, county commissioner, State Assemblyman, and State Senate. As a practicing dentist of almost 30 years, he served as President of the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry. He has earned a reputation as a strong advocate for southern New Jersey municipalities, but especially for veterans...

1.05.26 | Rep. Van Drew Recognizes the Service of John Andreyko January 5, 2026

Rep. Van Drew recognizes John Andreyko, a proud United States Army veteran. ABOUT CONGRESSMAN VAN DREW Dr. Jefferson Van Drew has served at almost every level of elected office in New Jersey government; from fire commissioner, council, mayor, county commissioner, State Assemblyman, and State Senate. As a practicing dentist of almost 30 years, he served as President of the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry. He has earned a reputation as a strong advocate for southern New Jersey municipalities, ...

1.05.26 | Rep. Van Drew Honors Eagle Scout Joshua Jeffers January 5, 2026

Rep. Van Drew celebrates the accomplishments of Joshua Jeffers and his recent achievement of the rank of Eagle Scout. ABOUT CONGRESSMAN VAN DREW Dr. Jefferson Van Drew has served at almost every level of elected office in New Jersey government; from fire commissioner, council, mayor, county commissioner, State Assemblyman, and State Senate. As a practicing dentist of almost 30 years, he served as President of the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry. He has earned a reputation as a strong advocat...

1.05.26 | Rep. Van Drew Recognizes Hans Lampart and the 20th Anniversary of his business January 5, 2026

Rep. Van Drew recognizes Hans Lampart and the 20th Anniversary of his business, Eastern Pacific Development. ABOUT CONGRESSMAN VAN DREW Dr. Jefferson Van Drew has served at almost every level of elected office in New Jersey government; from fire commissioner, council, mayor, county commissioner, State Assemblyman, and State Senate. As a practicing dentist of almost 30 years, he served as President of the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry. He has earned a reputation as a strong advocate for sou...

1.05.26 | Rep. Van Drew Honors the Life of Easton Beisler January 5, 2026

Rep. Van Drew honors the life of Easton Beisler, whose passing is a heartbreaking loss for his family and our entire community. ABOUT CONGRESSMAN VAN DREW Dr. Jefferson Van Drew has served at almost every level of elected office in New Jersey government; from fire commissioner, council, mayor, county commissioner, State Assemblyman, and State Senate. As a practicing dentist of almost 30 years, he served as President of the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry. He has earned a reputation as a stro...

1.05.26 | Rep. Van Drew Thanks the American Public Works Association January 5, 2026

Rep. Van Drew thanks the American Public Works Association. ABOUT CONGRESSMAN VAN DREW Dr. Jefferson Van Drew has served at almost every level of elected office in New Jersey government; from fire commissioner, council, mayor, county commissioner, State Assemblyman, and State Senate. As a practicing dentist of almost 30 years, he served as President of the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry. He has earned a reputation as a strong advocate for southern New Jersey municipalities, but especially f...