Greetings,
We hope you had a great week! It was a full one at the Capitol between votes, introducing a constitutional amendment, and really great opportunities to speak with New Jerseyans meeting with the Congressman and our office. As we head toward the end of July, we hope you’re enjoying your summer! As always, we hope you find these updates and resources helpful.
Congressman Kim Hosts His 77th Town Hall, Highlighting Disability Pride Month and Infrastructure Improvements
On Tuesday, Congressman Kim hosted his 77th town hall, beginning the conversation by repeating his condemnation of the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump on July 13th and sharing his support of a bipartisan congressional task force to investigate the security failures at this event. He finished his introduction with a focus on the importance of grounding ourselves in empathy and humanity, even in times of great turmoil.
During the town hall, he was joined by the Director of Disability Rights New Jersey to recognize Disability Pride Month, the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and discuss how we can build off of the ADA’s success and promise and deliver direct support and resources to individuals living with disabilities.
As always, Congressman Kim was happy to speak on issues top of mind for New Jersey, including updates regarding NJ Transit and Amtrak delays, before covering the recent legislative action in Congress! If you’d like to join our next telephone town hall, register at kim.house.gov/live!
Congressman Kim Votes to Deliver New Jersey Critical Water Resource Infrastructure Improvements and Investments
This week, Congressman Kim voted to pass the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2024, to invest in New Jersey’s environmental infrastructure, protect local communities from flooding, coastal erosion, and extreme storms, address water resource infrastructure needs across the country, and boost U.S. economic competitiveness and supply chains. WRDA, which authorizes water projects conducted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), is passed by Congress every two years.
New Jerseyans know the cost of extreme flooding and storms all too well. Congressman Kim was proud to join this bipartisan effort and make sure this year’s bill did more to look after New Jersey shore towns and our inland communities with the infrastructure and investments they need to be protected from future threats.
Read more about his priorities in WRDA here!
Defending IVF for Families across the Nation
It is the right of every American to choose how and when they grow their family. As IVF continues to come under attack, Congressman Kim proudly signed a discharge petition this week to force a vote on the Right to IVF Act that would codify IVF access nationwide. We will always proudly defend Americans’ access to IVF.
Congressman Kim Cosponsors Constitutional Amendment to Prevent Immunity
This week, Congressman Kim cosponsored a constitutional amendment to reverse the Supreme Court’s recent decision to grant president's immunity from criminal prosecution. “No one is above the law” is a foundational principle of our democracy, but an ideal that is on us to defend. Congressman Kim is proud to support this initiative to make clear that everyone, even Presidents, are not immune to the law.
Direct Help Wherever we Can!
We are so grateful to the Lawrenceville Library, Mercer County Clerk's Office, and
Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman’s team for working with us at a passport clinic this week! Hundreds stopped by to get help renewing their passport, take a new passport photo, and more.
We're always working to deliver direct assistance. Reach out to us if you need help with a federal agency!
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