Statements and posts
14 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Led letter requesting GAO review of EPA's microplastics monitoring and research efforts.
“Even as the EPA's FY2023-FY2026 research plan approaches its conclusion, Congress lacks a clear assessment of what the EPA has accomplished in its work on microplastics and what work remains necessary to support reliable monitoring, risk assessment and potential regulatory action.”
Environmental ProtectionAI-read
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Rep. Watson Coleman Condemns Trump Administration Attempts to Hijack N.I.H. Research Grants
Condemned Trump administration attempts to cut NIH research grants based on political agenda.
Government SpendingAI-read
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Sent follow-up letter to DHS demanding answers on ICE detainee death and sick constituent.
Immigration EnforcementAI-read
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Reps. Thanedar, Watson Coleman Introduce Legislation to Strengthen ICE Reporting Standards
Introduced legislation requiring ICE to report deaths in custody.
“ICE has had free reign to attack people in front of cameras, so it’s imperative we demand to see what is going on behind closed doors.”
Immigration EnforcementAI-read
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Rep. Watson Coleman Statement on Lt. Gov. Investigation
Issued statement expressing confidence in investigation into state lieutenant governor.
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Rep. Watson Coleman Celebrates Grand Opening of Revitalized Reading Center for Trenton Community
Attended ribbon cutting for renovated senior center in Trenton.
“What has been the most rewarding part of your time in Congress?”
Constituent ServicesAI-read
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Rep. Watson Coleman Addresses Housing Affordability and Equity at Panel Event in Trenton
Spoke about housing affordability and the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act at a chamber event.
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Rep. Watson Coleman Statement on Recent Violence in Trenton
Responded to recent violence in Trenton, calling for improved police presence and community safety measures.
Crime and Law EnforcementAI-read
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Sent letter to HUD demanding protection of Fair Housing Initiatives Program funding.
“From day one, the Trump administration has tried to reshape HUD from an agency that makes housing fairer and more accessible into one that benefits wealthy developers and landlords.”
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Rep. Watson Coleman Statement on Passage of Continuing Resolution
Voted for continuing resolution to fund government through December 11, 2026.
“Continuing resolutions are not a long-term solution and deny the people their due representation. I hope that we can return to the negotiating table and produce real funding bills that meet the needs of the American people and rein in the abuses of the Trump Administration.”
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Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12), along with four of her Democratic colleagues from New Jersey, sent a letter to the Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin and ICE Acting Director David Venturella demanding…
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All nine Democratic members of the New Jersey House delegation — Reps. Analilia Mejia (NJ-11), Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12), LaMonica McIver (NJ-10), Robert Menendez (NJ-08), Frank Pallone (NJ-06), Nellie Pou (NJ-09), Donald Norcross…
“Three deaths, repeated allegations of medical neglect, restricted oversight, and less public transparency are a terrible track record of care for individuals in your custody.”
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The $675,000 earmarked by Watson Coleman will fund the purchase of new hardware and digital forensic licensing software to combat trafficking and exploitation.
“Keeping our children safe is one of the most important responsibilities we have in Federal, State, and Local Government.”
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Watson Coleman Statement on Death of Detainee at Delaney Hall
Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) released a statement following news of the passing of Edwin Lopez Cornejo at Delaney Hall on Saturday.