Greetings,

We hope you have had a great week! Congressman Kim enjoyed a busy week across the district visiting with a variety of local gems, including childcare services, farms, healthcare providers, and others. It is a privilege to be able to see the great work out in the community to support one another.

Our hearts are with the families and communities devastated by wildfires in Maui, Hawaii. We are heartbroken as the tragic updates continue today of the number of lives lost and forever changed.

As always, we hope you find these updates and resources helpful.

UPCOMING: Town Hall on Monday

Congressman Kim’s 66th town hall is this Monday, August 14th in Manalapan. He will be joined by Manalapan Township Mayor, Susan Cohen, and looks forward to speaking with neighbors about issues they care about!

Please join us to ask questions and hear updates on his work in Congress for our New Jersey communities.

When: August 14 at 6 PM
Where: Monmouth County Library-Headquarters at 125 Symmes Dr, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726

UPCOMING: Extreme Weather Webinar on Friday, August 18th

Congressman Kim with Representatives Bonnie Watson Coleman and Frank Pallone is hosting a Heat and Hurricanes Webinar on August 18th at 10 AM. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will share information on what to expect with hurricane season and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) with the New Jersey Board of Utilities will talk through resources and relevant programs to support the community through hurricanes and extreme weather situations.

You must register in advance here!

PACT ACT FILING DEADLINE TO RECEIVE FULL BENEFITS EXTENDED TO MONDAY

This week we celebrated one year of the Honoring our PACT Act! Congressman Kim proudly helped pass this historic expansion of veterans' healthcare into law to uphold our promise to have their backs. He is committed to closing gaps in veterans’ healthcare and benefits to deliver them the support they deserve.

The PACT Act expanded 3.5 million veterans' healthcare who were exposed to burn pits or other toxic substances. While there is no deadline to file a claim, veterans and survivors must file or submit an intent to file by this Monday, August 14 to be eligible for benefits backdated to August 10, 2022.

Find more information and file on the VA’s website here.

Honoring Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver’s Life and Service

This week New Jersey continued to mourn the passing of our Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver, as she lay in state at the capitol. We were so lucky to have her as a voice and tireless leader for our New Jersey communities. She will forever be remembered for her inspiring service to New Jersey.

Congressman Kim Reintroduces Military Family Protection from Debt Act

Today, Congressman Kim reintroduced his Military Family Protection from Debt Act that would ease financial burdens for servicemembers and their families.

The Military Protection from Debt Act would help reduce interest rates on pre-service loans for the families of reserve and guard servicemembers serving on active duty and ease financial burdens while their servicemember is deployed. Interest rates are already capped at six percent for servicemembers during their deployment, and this legislation would expand the same protections to military family members. Military families sacrifice alongside our servicemembers when on deployment and Congress should provide them with any protections they need to be able to keep food on the table and a roof over their head.

Congressman Kim Secures Essential Funding to Expand Mental Healthcare Services in Burlington County

At the start of the week, Congressman Kim joined Virtua Health and Senator Bob Menendez to celebrate the critical funding he and the Senator secured for a new mental health facility in Willingboro. The Congressman successfully requested $1,000,000 in Community Project Funding for Virtua’s Children Achieving Success through Therapeutic Life Experiences (CASTLE) program.

The new facility’s comprehensive mental healthcare will allow Virtua to serve an unmet need in the Burlington County region for children and their families.

Congressman Kim Visits Lightbridge Academy

Congressman Kim visited the Lightbridge Academy in Delran this week, enjoying time with some of the kids there and staff! As a dad, Congressman Kim knows how important it is that childcare is an option for every family. We continue to support federal funding for facilities, their workforce needs, and to bring down the everyday costs of childcare for New Jersey families.

Out on the Farm, Congressman Kim Talks Federal Support for Local Farm Owners

On Wednesday, Congressman Kim spoke with Sherry and Jim at their Chesterfield Organic Orchards and Nursery about their experiences as farm owners.

We appreciated the conversation on what they look for in federal support and how Congress can support them. From access to grants, supporting a “buy local” economy, addressing workforce issues, and more, Congressman Kim is committed to looking out for the needs of our local farms.

Congressman Kim Helps Secure $473,331 in Grant Funding for Mount Laurel Fire Department

This week, Congressman Kim announced that the Mount Laurel Fire Department was awarded $473,331 from the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) through FEMA to replace safety equipment and address concerns for the safety of their firefighters and the community.

Congressman Kim on MLFD’s Grant Funding:

“For all they put on the line to keep our communities safe, I am proud to help look out for the safety of our Mount Laurel firefighters. With this grant, Mount Laurel will have up-to-date equipment that is essential for their safety and the ability to keep those they are helping safe. I am grateful that my office was able to connect another of our local fire departments to the right federal grant to address their needs and honor their service to our community.”

Congressman Kim Visits Children’s Home Society of New Jersey and Hamilton Head Start

The Children's Home Society of New Jersey and Hamilton Head Start are continuing to build off of their long-history of uplifting local children and families. After a tour of some of their services, Congressman Kim spoke with them and local women about how critical these programs are for their families.

Congressman Kim continues to work to protect essential federal programs like SNAP, WIC, and Head Start so everyone has access to childcare and nutritional food. The Children's Home Society of New Jersey’s WIC van is helping deliver nutritional food directly to Mercer County families.

Congressman Kim Visits Moonshot Farm in East Windsor

Congressman Kim enjoyed a visit to Moonshot Farm in East Windsor to learn more about their sustainability practices.

With a USDA grant, they built a geothermal greenhouse to grow flowers year-round. They now also benefit from Inflation Reduction Act geothermal tax credits too!

Congressman Andy Kim Fellowship Application Deadline Extended!

The application for this fall's Congressman Andy Kim Fellowship is still open! This unique opportunity offers full-time legislative and public policy experience on Capitol Hill. Learn more here and apply by the new deadline, August 18th.

Now Open: Congressional App Challenge for Middle and High Schoolers

Do you know a young, aspiring computer scientist? Registration for the 2023 Congressional App Challenge is open! The challenge is an incredible annual opportunity for local middle and high school students to show off their STEM skills.

Check out more information on our website!

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