115th Congress
LONG BRANCH, NJ – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) released the following statement after the Trump administration announced that it would decertify the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, known as the Iran Nuclear Agreement:
Washington, D.C. – Energy and Commerce Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) released the following statement today following President Trump’s decision to default on the Cost-Sharing Reduction (CSR) payments that help millions of Americans purchase health insurance:
Dear Neighbors,
Far too many times, we have seen the shocking images of gun violence and unspeakable tragedies in communities across the country. Elementary schools, high schools, movie theaters, universities, shopping malls and places of worship have all been scenes of horrific incidents where innocent lives were lost along with our sense of security. We were tragically reminded of this with the deadliest shooting spree in U.S history taking place in Las Vegas.
Long Branch, NJ- Today, Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) attended the school breakfast program at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School to highlight the importance of school breakfast programs throughout New Jersey. The program provides federal assistance to states to operate nonprofit breakfast programs in schools and residential childcare institutions. Congressman Pallone has been a strong advocate for funding for school nutrition programs throughout his time in Congress.
Long Branch, NJ- Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) released the following statement on his vote against H.Con.Res. 71 – the Fiscal Year 2018 Republican Budget Resolution.
Washington, D.C. –Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) delivered the following opening remarks today at a Full Committee markup of legislation to reauthorize the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), Community Health Centers (CHC), and other important public health programs.
Long Branch, NJ- Today at the Metuchen High School football field, Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) announced the introduction of the Cardiomyopathy Health, Education, Awareness, Research and Training in Schools (HEARTS) Act of 2017. The bill combats Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA), the leading cause of death at schools. In the U.S. there are 600,000 people with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy and there are nearly one million with other conditions that can cause SCA in young people. According to the CDC, one student athlete falls victim to SCA every three to four days.
Washington, DC – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) issued this statement after the horrific shooting in Las Vegas last night.
"I am devastated and horrified by the tragedy that took place in Las Vegas last night. This senseless act is abhorrent and contrary to the principles that we hold dear. I know that all Americans will stand with the victims, their families and the entire city of Las Vegas during this difficult time.
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-6) announced that his office will be participating in the Congressional App Challenge, an app competition for U.S. high school students. The Challenge submission period will run through November 1, 2017. The competition is open to all students who meet the eligibility requirements, regardless of coding experience.
Dear neighbors,
In recent weeks we have seen our fellow Americans face severe, record breaking storms causing billions of dollars in damage, destroying homes and tragically, taking lives. As New Jerseyans, we remember the pain and destruction that Sandy caused and know all too well the importance of preparing for the next storm. This is one of my top priorities in Congress.