On Friday, June 26, 2020, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) debated his bipartisan bill on the House floor — H.R. 5332, the Protecting Your Credit Score Act — to create a new one-stop shop online portal to protect Americans' financial futures. A vote is set for the bill on Monday, June 29, 2020. Watch Gottheimer’s remarks on the House floor HERE. This bipartisan bill brings together all three credit bureaus to create a private sector-driven online credit portal to provide Americans with fr...
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On Thursday, June 25, 2020, the House of Representatives passed the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act, cosponsored by U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5). The bill will increase accountability, address racial discrimination, ensure structural reforms, and help save lives. Gottheimer spoke on the House floor today in support of the bill. Watch Gottheimer’s remarks on the House floor HERE. “This need for serious structural reform could not be clearer as our country mourns the murder of Geor...
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“I strongly support our ally Israel and its non-negotiable right to defend itself. I believe it is in America’s national interest to maintain our ironclad commitment to Israel’s security by providing American security assistance under the 2016 U.S.-Israel Memorandum of Understanding negotiated during the Obama Administration. I remain committed to a viable two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and I urge Israel to refrain from the proposed unilateral annexation of territory in ...
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GLEN ROCK, NJ - This weekend, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) joined a video conference call with the North New Jersey Baptist Association and provided updates on efforts to help the Fifth District community combat the coronavirus, discussed racial justice, and outlined New Jersey’s Phase 2 reopening plan. “Everyone across the Fifth District and our nation is being affected by this outbreak, and it is imperative that we continue to provide updated information on the federal and state res...
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Above: Gottheimer hosting virtual Service Academy reception GLEN ROCK, NJ - On Saturday, June 20, 2020, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) congratulated over zoom the Fifth District high school students he nominated to one of the four U.S. service academies this cycle, including the U.S. Military Academy, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. Gottheimer selected the students through the counsel of a community advisory board comprised of l...
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GLEN ROCK, NJ - On June 17, 2020, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) announced that $243 million in CARES Act investment from the bipartisan bill’s Provider Relief Fund is going to Fifth District hospital facilities operated by Hackensack University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Medical Center, Valley Health System, New Bridge Medical Center, and Holy Name Medical Center. “One of my top priorities throughout this crisis has been working to ensure our frontline medical workers, health cent...
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Above: Gottheimer with CEO and President Tom Polen. FRANKLIN LAKES, NJ - On June 16, 2020, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) visited Becton, Dickinson and Company, commonly known as BD, to thank workers, discuss the development of COVID19 assays, view injection and testing devices, and talk about supply chain disruptions. “I want to thank everyone at BD for having me here today and commend them on the critical role they play during this pandemic by providing vital resources to our hospita...
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Above: Gottheimer visits the new Mahwah Post Office. MAHWAH, NJ - On June 15, 2020, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) visited the new Mahwah Post Office to greet constituents, thank employees, drop off letters, and celebrate the crucial role that the United States Postal Service (USPS) plays in the Fifth District. “The USPS plays such a vital role in the Fifth District and our nation, especially during this pandemic,” said Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5).“I’m pleased that this new Post...
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On June 11, 2020, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) led a bipartisan request from 11 Members of Congress to urge the U.S. Treasury to amend guidelines to allow state and local governments to utilize CARES Act relief to fill their revenue gaps and to ensure states distribute relief to smaller municipalities. The bipartisan Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act was signed into law on March 27, 2020, and it created a $150 billion Coronavirus Relief Fund for state and loca...
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Above: Gottheimer takes part in Ridgewood solidarity event. RIDGEWOOD, NJ - On Wednesday, June 10, 2020, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) stood in solidarity against racial injustice, along with members of the North Jersey community in Ridgewood. Gottheimer was joined by New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal, Ridgewood Mayor Ramon Hache, Mt. Bethel Baptist Church Reverend Lem Brown, and Ridgewood YMCA President Ernest Lamour. Ex-NFL wide receiver and football commentator Nate Burelso...
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