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Kean opposes NY's revived congestion pricing; calls for permanent cancellation

Congressman Tom Kean Jr. has expressed strong opposition to New York Governor Kathy Hochul's decision to reintroduce congestion pricing, a program initially introduced in 2019 but postponed earlier this year.

By Somerset Times | Nov 14, 2024

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FEMA awards over $1 million in grants to New Jersey fire departments

(October 29, 2024) BERNARDSVILLE, NJ – Congressman Tom Kean Jr. announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has allocated over $1.1 million to fire departments in New Jersey's 7th Congressional District.

By Somerset Times | Oct 29, 2024

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Kean seeks $560K funding for Mount Arlington's Memorial Pond renovation

By Somerset Times | Oct 25, 2024

Yesterday, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) visited Memorial Pond in Mount Arlington to assess the need for renovations before the FY25 appropriations discussion.

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Kean seeks over $1.6 million funding for Bernards police communication upgrades

By Somerset Times | Oct 22, 2024

Yesterday, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) visited the Bernards Township Police Department to discuss local law enforcement needs and priorities ahead of the FY25 appropriations process. He is advocating for $1,626,100 in funding to improve communications capabilities for the Bernards Police Department and partner emergency response agencies.

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Kean advocates nearly $2M funding boost for Readington police

By Somerset Times | Oct 19, 2024

On October 19, 2024, Congressman Tom Kean Jr. visited the Readington Township Police Department to discuss local law enforcement needs before the FY25 appropriations process. Congressman Kean is pushing for $1.9 million in funding for Readington Township to improve the police department's operations and community engagement through upgrades and expansion.

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Congressman Kean honors local law enforcement at Hometown Heroes event

By Somerset Times | Oct 15, 2024

Last Friday, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. hosted his first Law Enforcement Hometown Heroes event at the Bernardsville Library to honor notable law enforcement officers in the community. The event was attended by Bernardsville Council President Al Ribeiro, Bernards Township Mayor Jennifer Asay, the honorees, their families, friends, and supervisors.

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Congressman Kean opens applications for Spring 2025 internships

By Somerset Times | Oct 10, 2024

Congressman Tom Kean Jr. has announced the opening of applications for his office's Spring 2025 Internship Program. This program offers college students a chance to gain practical experience in public service and legislative affairs.

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Congressman Tom Kean seeks nearly $1 million for Warren Community College project

By Somerset Times | Oct 9, 2024

Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) visited Warren Community College in Warren County, New Jersey, to discuss the need for funding aimed at enhancing the Agricultural Education and Training Center's facilities. The visit took place ahead of the FY25 appropriations discussion.

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Congressman Kean seeks funds for Mountainside security upgrades

By Somerset Times | Oct 4, 2024

On October 4, 2024, Congressman Tom Kean Jr. visited Mountainside, New Jersey, to discuss local law enforcement needs and priorities with Mayor Paul Mirabelli. The meeting took place ahead of the FY25 appropriations discussion.

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Kean announces return of over $10 million in aid to NJ-07 residents

By Somerset Times | Sep 26, 2024

Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) announced that his casework team has returned over $10,012,316 to constituents since the office opened in January 2023. The office has closed over 2,730 constituent cases within the 7th Congressional District.

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House passes bill aimed at expediting veterans' flight training

By Somerset Times | Sep 25, 2024

On September 25, 2024, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 7323, known as the Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserves Tuition Fairness Act of 2024. Included in this legislation is the Veterans Flight Training Responsibility Act of 2024, a bipartisan effort led by Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07). This act aims to expedite flight training for veterans by removing the one-year requirement for accessing their GI Bill benefits.

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House passes ASCEND Act to expand satellite data sharing

By Somerset Times | Sep 23, 2024

The House of Representatives has passed H.R. 6219, the Accessing Satellite Capabilities to Enable New Discoveries Act (ASCEND Act). This legislation aims to permanently authorize the Commercial SmallSat Data Acquisition program within NASA.

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Kean hosts second annual Seniors of Distinction event honoring local community members

By Somerset Times | Sep 13, 2024

On September 13, 2024, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) hosted the second annual Seniors of Distinction event at the Bridgewater Township Senior Center. The event aimed to honor outstanding seniors from New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District.

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Bill aiming to improve K-12 AI literacy passes committee

By Somerset Times | Sep 11, 2024

On September 11, 2024, the Science, Space and Technology Committee passed H.R. 9211, the Literacy in Future Technologies (LIFT) Artificial Intelligence Act. This bill aims to improve artificial intelligence literacy for K-12 students and was introduced by Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07), with Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) as a co-leader.

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Kean introduces bill extending care services eligibility for spouses of elderly veterans

By Somerset Times | Sep 3, 2024

(September 3, 2024) WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) has introduced the Home Health Aides for Veterans’ Spouses Act, a bill that would allow veterans over the age of 75 to defer their home health aide benefits to their spouses in extenuating circumstances.

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Kean's office returns over $8 million in aid to NJ-07 residents

By Somerset Times | Aug 30, 2024

(August 30, 2024) BERNARDSVILLE, NJ – Today, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) announced that his casework team has returned more than $8,652,279 to constituents.

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Bill introduced to ban Congress members from profiting off U.S. adversaries

By Somerset Times | Aug 27, 2024

On August 27, 2024, Representatives Tom Kean Jr. (NJ-07) and Hillary Scholten (MI-03) introduced the Foreign Adversary Investment Prohibition Act in Washington, DC. The bill aims to prohibit Members of Congress from engaging in financial transactions involving certain foreign adversaries of the United States.

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Kean hosts annual event honoring new eagle scouts

By Somerset Times | Aug 22, 2024

(August 22, 2024) BERNARDSVILLE, NJ – Last Friday, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) held his second annual Eagle Scout Award Event ceremony. Scouts from New Jersey's 7th Congressional District who have achieved or will achieve the rank of Eagle Scout between July 2023 and the end of 2024 were invited to attend. Additionally, parents, Scoutmasters, and other adult scout leaders from across the district were also welcomed to join the celebration with their Scouts.

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Kean expresses condolences on passing of Congressman Bill Pascrell

By Somerset Times | Aug 21, 2024

Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) released a statement on August 21, 2024, following the passing of Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr.

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Kean introduces bill addressing funding gaps in presidential security

By Somerset Times | Aug 19, 2024

Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) has introduced the Presidential Security Resources Reimbursement Act of 2024, a bill designed to authorize the Secret Service to reimburse state and local governments for services, personnel, equipment, and facilities used during security operations.