Greetings,

We hope you had a great week! From introducing new legislation to informative visits across our New Jersey communities, this week had it all. Before running through some of the conversations and updates from the week, we wanted to highlight a fellowship opportunity that just opened up in our New Jersey offices. Learn all about it on our website and be sure to apply before August 21st at 5 PM!

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

Congressman Kim Introduces Bill to Keep Military-Grade Weapons off our Streets

Congressman Kim, joined by Representatives Jamie Raskin and Robert Garcia, as well as Senators Elizabeth Warren and Dick Durbin, in introducing the Stop Militarizing Our Streets Act. This legislation would prohibit Department of Defense owned manufacturing plants and contractors from selling military-grade assault weapons and ammunition to civilians.

The Supreme Court has undermined New Jersey’s protections against military-grade weapons. The Congressman shares local families’ worry about these kinds of guns getting into the wrong hands and is proud to introduce this bill to help give them security, peace of mind, and keep weapons of war out of our communities.

Learn more about the legislation here!

Checking-in on Gateway Project Progress!

Early this week, Congressman Kim joined Congressman Menendez at a couple Gateway Project sites to see its progress up close. The Gateway Project, is one of the most critical infrastructure projects in the nation, and funded in part by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the largest investment in mass transit infrastructure in the nation’s history.

Since helping pass the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law in 2021, Congressman Kim has prioritized seeing that its funding is allocated to critical infrastructure needs in New Jersey. With the support of this federal funding, the Gateway Project will help us secure reliable transit and economic security for tens of millions of people and countless businesses throughout the East Coast.

A Conversation with our State Colleges and Universities

Families should be able to look at New Jersey’s options for college and see a safe, secure, and responsible decision. Congressman Kim spoke with the New Jersey Association of State Colleges and Universities and presidents from New Jersey higher education institutions this week about how we can make sure the path to pursue a degree is open and affordable to anyone who wants it.

Getting People their Healthcare Needs

Boyd's is an independent pharmacy delivering vital medicine to people across our New Jersey communities. Congressman Kim had the chance to tour their pharmacy in Mansfield this week to talk through how we can support local pharmacies' service and continue to lower the cost of prescription drugs.

National Purple Heart Day

This wednesday, we helped recognize Purple Heart Day to remember and honor our brave servicemembers who were wounded or killed while serving our country. We are indebted to them for their selfless and courageous service to defend our freedoms.

Congressman Kim Meets with Local Organization, JAR of Hope

This week, Congressman Kim also met with JAR of Hope Founder and CEO, Jim Raffone. Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy impacts hundreds of thousands of children around the world, including Jim's son. It was humbling to hear about their lives and the organization’s fight to find new therapies to save these kids' childhoods and chance at full lives.

UPCOMING WEBINAR: Know Your Rights - A Webinar for Older Adults, Caregivers, and Individuals with Disabilities

Don’t forget, our next webinar is coming up on August 27th at 1 PM! Join our office, Disability Rights New Jersey, and others for a webinar covering voting rights, nonpartisan voting resources, and understanding ADA regulations. We will cover:

Voting Methods: Ways to vote and overcoming voting barriers
Voting Rights and Options: For those in long-term care facilities, group homes, and for individuals with cognitive issues
Caregiver Assistance in Voting: Allowable assistance in voting booths and mail-in voting support
Understanding the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): What are the ADA requirements and actions to take if a building is not following necessary ADA regulations

Register here! *You must register to attend*

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