Somerset Times

Congressman Tom Kean, currently serving New Jersey’s 7th district in the U.S. Congress, shared updates about legislative activities in the House Commerce and Foreign Affairs Committees through a series of tweets. Congressman Kean's involvement includes introducing bills aimed at strengthening infrastructure and addressing national security concerns relating to undersea cables.

On April 9, 2025, Kean tweeted that it was a significant day in the House Commerce Committee as "20 bipartisan bills advanced out of committee!" He expressed his pride in having played a role in bringing forward the FACT Act and the WIPPES Act, both of which aim to enhance telecommunications and wastewater management infrastructure. More information can be found in his post here.

Shortly after, Congressman Kean provided a summary of the recent activities within the House Commerce Committee. Interested parties can access a full recap through the shared link in his post here.

Kean also highlighted an event on April 9, 2025, stating, ".@HouseForeignGOP is holding a markup today!" He discussed the agenda, which included examining his proposed legislation, the Undersea Cable Control Act. This initiative aims to curb potential threats posed by China and other foreign entities in the sector of undersea cables. Further details are available in his tweet here.