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Rep. Sherrill: Senate Must Act with Urgency on Expiring Unemployment Benefits
Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) today released a statement slamming Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell for his failure to act with any sense of urgency on the expanded unemployment benefits that expire today:
Written by Sussex County Democratic Committee
August 05, 2020 -
Sherrill, Pascrell, Beyer, Schakowsky, and Waters Demand FEMA Response to Reports of Faulty PPE Sent to Nursing Homes
Representatives Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11), Bill Pascrell (NJ-09), Don Beyer (VA-08), Jan Schakowsky (IL-09), and Maxine Waters (CA-43) today led 32 of their colleagues in calling on FEMA to respond to recent reports that faulty masks, gowns, and gloves were sent to nursing homes. Currently, more than 40% of all COVID-19 deaths have been tied to nursing homes. The Members demanded answers as to how, and the level at which, faulty equipment was sent to nursing homes, how it has impacted staff and patients, and how FEMA plans to prevent such errors in the future.
Written by Sussex County Democratic Committee
August 05, 2020 -
Congresswoman Sherrill Endorses Candidates Across NJ-11
Congresswoman Sherrill today announced her support for state and local candidates across New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District, leaders who will work for the people of our community during this critical time.“Local government has never been more essential,” said Congresswoman Sherrill. “I believe that these women and men understand New Jersey values and will fight every day for our communities. Our campaign is committed to supporting candidates up and down the ballot in November who will help build a strong future for families across North Jersey, and I’m proud to endorse them today.”
Written by Sussex County Democratic Committee
August 05, 2020 -
Menendez Introduces Bill to Promote Diversity and Inclusion in the Federal Workforce
U.S. Senator Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), the highest-ranking Latino in Congress today introduced the Federal Jobs Act that would require the development and implementation of a government-wide initiative to promote, expand, and retain diverse talent across the federal workforce. The bill is cosponsored by Sens. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) and Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.). Congressman Alcee Hastings (D-Fla.-20) introduced a similar bill in the House of Representatives.
Written by Sussex County Democratic Committee
August 04, 2020 -
Barack Obama Announcements First Wave of 2020 Endorsements
NJ-11 Rep. Mikie Sherrill and NJ-05 Rep. Josh Gottheimer are among those endorsed by Barack Obama.
Written by Sussex County Democratic Committee
August 03, 2020 -
House passes Gottheimer-sponsored bipartisan $50 billion child care stabilization fund, gives dollars back for New Jersey
The House passed bipartisan legislation cosponsored by U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) — H.R. 7027, the Child Care is Essential Act — on Wednesday to create a $50 billion Child Care Stabilization fund and invest in child care so that providers across the Fifth District have the resources they need to safely reopen. Without adequate investments in the child care industry, families across the country will be unable to return to work.
Written by Sussex County Democratic Committee
August 02, 2020