Pallone Leads NJ Delegation Members in Urging Trump to Approve Federal Disaster Assistance Following Devastating September Nor’easter

Led letter urging Trump to approve federal disaster assistance for New Jersey nor'easter damage.

“We are writing to express our support for Governor Sherrill’s request to declare a Major Disaster for the State of New Jersey for the impacts sustained from this severe weather event”

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Pallone Unveils Lifesaving Defibrillator at Perth Amboy Youth Sports Complex

Unveiled automated external defibrillator at Perth Amboy youth sports complex.

“When a young athlete suffers cardiac arrest on the field or court, every second matters, and having an AED nearby can mean the difference between life and death”

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Pallone, Booker Push to Protect Critical Fish That Sustain New Jersey’s Marine Wildlife and Fishing Industry

Called for stronger protections for Atlantic menhaden fish to sustain marine ecosystem.

“This level of reduction is insufficient to address the ecological consequences of declining menhaden abundance. Reduced menhaden availability has been identified as the primary driver of low reproduction in ospreys throughout the Chesapeake Bay.”

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Pallone Urges FERC to Protect PJM Customers with Stronger Data Center Rules

Urged FERC to strengthen data center rules to protect PJM customers from rising energy bills.

“Americans are deeply frustrated and concerned that the rapid and unceasing development of data centers is driving up their monthly energy bills. At the end of the day, protecting Americans’ power bills is FERC’s responsibility”

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Pallone Calls for NJ, Federal Officials to Survey Damage After Storm, Anticipating Federal Disaster Declaration

Called on federal agencies to survey storm damage and anticipate federal disaster declaration.

“In some parts of my district 6 to 7 feet of tidal flooding inundated businesses and homes, municipal infrastructure such as piers and bulkheads are severely damaged, and cars on the street are submerged in flood water”

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Pallone’s Bipartisan AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act Passes House

House passed AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act requiring automakers to include AM radio in new cars.

“Today, the House acted to protect a service that millions of Americans rely on every day and that can become a lifeline when disaster strikes”

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Providing for Congressional Disapproval of the Rule Issued by the Environmental Protection Agency Relating to the "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial HARBOR...

Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong opposition to H.J. Res. 213. Republican leadership is sending us home 2 weeks early for a 2-month recess before we return after the election, and instead of using the little time we have left to address the worsening affordability crisis that the Trump administration…

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Ratepayer Protection Act

I rise in support of H.R. 9340, the Ratepayer Protection Act. Everyone knows that data centers are helping drive electricity prices to record highs this year. Just in the mid-Atlantic over the past few years, data centers have increased electric bills by over $30 billion. By and large, it has not…

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Application of Leave Provisions for Members of the Armed Forces to Members of the Public Health Service

I rise in support of H.R. 2846, legislation that would extend expanded leave benefits to members of the U.S. Public Health Service Corps. The U.S. Public Health Service Corps is one of eight uniformed services in the United States. There are more than 6,000 officers who serve as physicians, nurses,…

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Pallone: Trump Stiffs New Jersey Again on Disaster Aid

Criticized President Trump for denying New Jersey $84.4 million in federal disaster aid after February blizzard.

“Donald Trump is stiffing New Jersey taxpayers out of $84 million in disaster aid that his own government determined we qualified for. Twelve people died. New Jersey communities were buried under record snowfall. But apparently if you live in a state Trump doesn’t like, you’re on your own”

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Liberty and Justice for All

Mr. Speaker, I want to take this opportunity to thank Congresswoman Norma Torres for leading this important Special Order here tonight. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to condemn a dangerous and unaccountable immigration enforcement system that is harming the very communities our government is supposed…

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Celebrating Teresa Stranieri Scicchitano's 100th Birthday

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mrs. Teresa Stranieri Scicchitano as she celebrates her 100th birthday this year. It is my pleasure to join her friends and family in marking this incredible milestone and honoring the wonderful life she has led. On August 29, 1926, Teresa Stranieri was born…

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Pallone Celebrates Next Steps on Beach Replenishment Projects in Monmouth County

Announced $38.3 million Army Corps contract for beach replenishment in Monmouth County.

“With strong coastlines, our residents, businesses, and communities are better equipped to face extreme weather events. I’m glad I was able to secure the federal funding necessary to support this project, which will make these Jersey Shore communities more resilient in the years to come.”

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Pallone Leads 87 House Democrats Demanding Answers on 50+ Deaths in ICE Custody, Medical Care at Private Detention Centers

Led 87 House Democrats demanding DHS and ICE account for 50+ deaths in immigration detention custody.

“If they cannot be operated in compliance with federal law and the Constitution, GEO Group, CoreCivic, and any other private contractors should not continue to profit from taxpayer dollars, and the detention centers must be closed.”

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Pallone Announces $9.6 Million for Carteret Ferry Service Expansion

Announced $9.6 million federal grant for Carteret Ferry Service expansion project.

“People in Central Jersey should not have to spend hours of their lives sitting in traffic just to get to and from work. We need to give commuters more reliable ways to get where they need to go, and that means actually investing in public transportation”

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Pallone: Congressional Republicans Must Probe Trump’s Denial of NJ Disaster Aid

Demanded congressional investigation into Trump's denial of $84.4 million in New Jersey disaster aid.

“If the federal government is paying for regular operations like snow removal, what next? Garbage removal? The federal government’s role is not to fund routine functions.”

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Pallone Presses U.S. Airlines for Answers on Surveillance Pricing

Requested information from eight major airlines on surveillance pricing practices.

“I am very concerned about companies potentially using Americans’ personal data to determine what prices they see and pay, and I am continuing an inquiry into just how widespread this practice is”

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Pallone, NJ Delegation Urge Approval of New Jersey’s Appeal for Federal Disaster Assistance After Initial Request Was Denied

Urged approval of New Jersey's appeal for federal disaster assistance after denial.

“A careful review of the State of New Jersey’s appeal demonstrates that this request far exceeds all Stafford Act statutory and regulatory thresholds.”

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Pallone Calls on EPA to Conduct Additional Testing in Keyport Residential Areas As Concerns Mount

Called on EPA to conduct additional environmental testing in Keyport residential areas.

“The reports coming from Keyport continue to be concerning enough for my constituents to repeatedly and urgently share their concerns with me.”

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New Jersey Congressional Democrats Lead Letter to DHS Demanding Accountability for Medical Neglect, Deaths Connected to Delaney Hall

Sent letter to DHS demanding accountability for medical neglect and 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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Pallone Announces Beach Replenishment Projects in Monmouth County

Announced Army Corps of Engineers sand replenishment project in Monmouth County.

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After Second Detainee Death at Delaney Hall, Pallone Holds Trump Administration Responsible for Lethal Medical Neglect and Demands Immediate Investigation

Criticized Trump administration for medical neglect at Delaney Hall ICE detention facility.

“When I demanded Trump’s DHS immediately improve conditions at Delaney Hall, I received radio silence. Now, another one of our neighbors has died at Delaney Hall because of President Trump and Secretary Mullin’s negligence and disregard for human suffering”

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Recognizing Recardina "Dina" Boccippio's 100th Birthday

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mrs. Recardina Boccippio, also known as Dina, as she celebrates her 100th birthday this year. It is my pleasure to join Dina's family and friends in honoring the wonderful life she has led. On September 16, 1925, Recardina DePalma was born to Dominick and…

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Pallone Convenes Local Immigration Leaders as NJ Ranks Eighth in Nation for Arrests by Trump’s ICE

Convened local leaders to discuss ICE enforcement surge and detention conditions.

“The dramatic increase in immigration arrests of hardworking people under President Trump is tearing apart families and communities across New Jersey. Every American deserves to know their rights, and Congress must hold this administration accountable”

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Pallone Demands Answers from SpaceXAI About Its Data Center Threats to Tennessee & Mississippi Communities

Demanded answers from SpaceXAI about data center threats to Tennessee and Mississippi communities.

“Communities across the nation are frustrated and angry about the pace of giant data centers being constructed in their back yards”

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