Bonnie Watson Coleman
U.S. Representative · NJ-12 · Democrat
Statements and posts
196 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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All 196 statements
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Reps. Tlaib, Watson Coleman introduce Monitor Microplastics Now Act
Introduced bill directing EPA to monitor microplastics and nanoplastics in drinking water.
“Microplastics are poisoning our water, our earth, and our bodies”
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Rep. Watson Coleman Secures $715,000 in Federal Funding for Delaware River Basin Commission
Announced $715,000 in federal funding for Delaware River Basin Commission water protection work.
“As New Jersey’s sole Appropriator, I have been committed to securing federal funding for the Delaware River Basin Commission because millions of people depend on this resource every day”
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Rep. Watson Coleman Announces Update on Case of Amro Sehaim
Announced release of South River resident from ICE detention after repeated inquiries and demands.
“This weekend, I received the news that after repeated inquiries, letters, and demands for humanitarian release from me and others, Amro Sehaim, a resident and small business owner in South River, was released from ICE detention at Delaney Hall. Before his detention, Mr. Sehaim was undergoing serious medical treatment.”
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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.”
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Recognizing the Success of the America250 National Birthday Cake
Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize and congratulate Cake Artist Grace ``Grey'' Pak and her team for their success in creating the America250 National Birthday Cake this past July. Inspired by the longstanding tradition of marking milestone birthdays with cake, in January 2026, Grace ``Grey'' Pak,…
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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.
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Sent follow-up letter to DHS demanding answers on ICE detainee death and sick constituent.
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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”
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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 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?”
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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.
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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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Sent letter demanding answers about death and medical neglect at ICE detention center.
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Led letter demanding DHS accountability for deaths at Delaney Hall detention facility.
“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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Announced $675,000 in federal funding for New Jersey State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.
“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
Criticized ICE detention conditions at Delaney Hall following detainee death.
“Edwin had lived in the United States since he was a child. By all accounts, he was an upstanding member of his community. His detention alone was an act of cruelty, and if he indeed was denied his medication as his family reports, the operators at Delaney Hall should be charged with homicide.”
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Rep. Watson Coleman and Tatyana Ali Discuss Traumatic Births and Black Maternal Health
Hosted livestream discussion on traumatic births and Black maternal mental health.
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Rep. Watson Coleman Introduces Resolution Condemning All Forms of Hate
Introduced resolution condemning all forms of hate and discrimination against vulnerable populations.
“This resolution comes at a critical time when incidents of violence and harmful behavior have been on the rise”
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Introduced resolution marking July 21st as Black Women's Equal Pay Day.
“The wage gap has widened for two years in a row - the first time we've seen such an increase since the 1960s”
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Watson Coleman Votes to Reject Sham Stock Trading Bill
Voted against Stop Insider Trading Act, saying it fails to end congressional stock ownership.
“This piece of legislation does nothing to assure Americans that members of Congress are putting the interests of their constituents above their own financial self-interests”
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Watson Coleman Votes to Reject Partisan National Defense Authorization Act
Voted against FY 2027 NDAA, citing partisan politics and wasteful defense spending.
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Rep. Watson Coleman Votes Against Wasteful Budget Reconciliation Resolution
Voted against budget reconciliation resolution funding Iran war and voter suppression policies.
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Watson Coleman Statement on Massie Amendment
Voted to strip $3.3 billion in military aid to Israel from spending bill.
“The United States is not merely an observer in this tragedy - we are an active participant. We have supplied the weapons that have flattened neighborhoods, wiped out entire generations of families, and enabled Netanyahu’s relentless assault.”
Sources: members’ press releases from their official websites (since the 119th Congress began (Jan 3, 2025)), the Congressional Record (since Aug 2026), and Bluesky posts. Quotes are shown only when they match the archived source text word for word; topics are AI-read and mentions are matched from the text.