Congressman Donald Norcross

Representing the 1st District of New Jersey
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Oct 28 2020

Norcross Joins Governor Murphy for Signing of Executive Order to Protect New Jersey’s Workforce During the COVID-19 Pandemic

“These workers are keeping our economy going, and they need the proper protocols and protections to address COVID-19 in the workplace. Today’s executive order lays out the enforceable standards we need, ensuring the safety of our workers, employers and customers."
Issues:
America's Workers
Oct 27 2020

Norcross Announces More Than $625K in Grants for Research and Treatment into Substance Use Disorder

“As America faces the health and economic crises brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, this federal funding will help our neighbors who are also struggling with addiction, as well as those impacted by sexual assault.”
Issues:
Disease of Addiction, Health Care
Oct 21 2020

Norcross, Gov. Murphy Announce New Workforce Development Programs from Coronavirus Relief Fund

“Using federal CARES Act funding, New Jersey is helping workers and businesses get back on their feet. These workforce programs will help employers provide skill-building opportunities and on the job training, connecting New Jerseyans with the services they need to get the job they deserve.”
Issues:
America's Workers
Oct 14 2020

Norcross Announces More Than $1.8M in Funding for Family Services in South Jersey

“From providing emergency housing to strengthening father-child relationships, these grants will help the Center for Family Services provide local families with the resources they need to remain healthy and safe, especially during the current public health crisis."
Issues:
Health Care
Oct 13 2020

Norcross Joins NJ Dems in Call for Equitable and Coordinated COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution

“As the nation continues to battle the coronavirus of 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and prepares for the distribution of a safe and effective vaccine, we write to encourage cooperation between the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the State of New Jersey, and local health departments within the state."
Issues:
Health Care, National Security
Oct 9 2020

Norcross, Kim & Gov. Murphy Announce $60 Million in Coronavirus Emergency Relief Funds for Counties and Local Governments

“The CARES Act has delivered critical federal resources to our state, and distributing this CRF funding to those county and local governments who have yet to receive relief will have a profound impact."
Issues:
National Security
Oct 8 2020

Norcross, Sherrill Attend Briefing, Meet Workers & Tour Munitions Projects at Picatinny Arsenal

“Picatinny is not only a vital component of the local economy and workforce, it is uniquely critical to our nation’s defense."
Issues:
National Security
Sep 24 2020

Norcross Applauds Passage of Clean Economy Jobs and Innovation Act

“As we continue to face both an economic crisis and a climate crisis, we must modernize our energy infrastructure to grow jobs and protect our environment."
Issues:
Environment
Sep 24 2020

Norcross Leads Effort to Expand Apprenticeship Training

“This bill provides students and workers all over the country the ability to pursue apprenticeship opportunities by strengthening the proven and successful models developed by the Registered Apprenticeship Program. Expanding access to apprenticeship opportunities will connect workers with stable, good-paying jobs and accelerate our economic recovery.”
Sep 18 2020

Norcross Statement on Passing of Trailblazing Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

“America has lost perhaps the most revered, principled and visionary jurist in the history of our Supreme Court, Ruth Bader Ginsburg."

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In The News

‘Buy American’ reforms strike the right balance

Sep 30, 2020 In The News
‘Buy American’ reforms strike the right balance

Buy American Opinion Editorial.

By: Rep. Donald Norcross, Rep. John Garamendi, Rep. Jackie Speier, Bob Martinez, and George Williams

Issues:
America's Workers, National Security

Statements on the Impeachment of President Donald Trump

Jan 31, 2020 In The News
Statements on the Impeachment of President Donald Trump

New Jersey Globe. By David Wildstein

Rep. Donald Norcross (D-Camden)

"Today’s events are a solemn reminder of our duty as Americans to protect the great democracy that our founders built.

New Jersey Congressman Pushing For Better Security At Religious Sites Amid Increase In Anti-Semitism In US

Jan 23, 2020 In The News
New Jersey Congressman Pushing For Better Security At Religious Sites Amid Increase In Anti-Semitism In US

CBS Philly. By Cleve Bryan

New Jersey Congressman Donald Norcross is among those pushing for better security at religious sites like churches and synagogues. When Joan Kaplon takes her granddaughter to preschool at the Katz Jewish Community Center in Cherry Hill, she can’t help but worry for her safety.

NJ Lawmakers Offer Support for Troops After Iran Missile Attack

Jan 8, 2020 In The News
NJ Lawmakers Offer Support for Troops After Iran Missile Attack

WPG Talk Radio. By Dan Alexander

Most in New Jersey's congressional delegation temporarily tempered their criticism of President Donald Trump and offered support for U.S. troops apparently targeted by Iran in a missile attack by Iran on Tuesday night.

Norcross Opposes NJ Bid to Postpone Minimum Wage Increase

Nov 12, 2019 In The News
Norcross Opposes NJ Bid to Postpone Minimum Wage Increase

New Jersey Globe. By David Wildstein

Rep. Donald Norcross (D-Camden) told the New Jersey Legislature that he opposed a bill to delay planned minimum wage increases, calling the premise of the proposal “illogical.”

Norcross, Kim to Introduce Bill Linking Veterans With Trade Apprenticeships

Nov 7, 2019 In The News
Norcross, Kim to Introduce Bill Linking Veterans With Trade Apprenticeships

Courier-Post. By Phaedra Trethan

...The BRAVE Act — Bringing Registered Apprenticeships to Veterans Education — will be introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives next week, said Norcross, a former electrician and vocal proponent of skilled trades training.

North Camden Infrastructure Improvements Target Streets, Sewers, Water

Nov 4, 2019 In The News
North Camden Infrastructure Improvements Target Streets, Sewers, Water

Courier Post. By Phaedra Trethan

"Cobblestones are the original speed bumps," joked U.S. Rep. Donald Norcross, "brought over from the Old Country."

Norcross Amendment Would Increase Access to On-Campus Child Care

Oct 31, 2019 In The News
Norcross Amendment Would Increase Access to On-Campus Child Care

NJBiz. By NJBiz Staff

On Wednesday, an amendment by U.S. Rep. Donald Norcross, D-1st District, to the College Affordability Act to expand child care services for parents enrolled in college was approved by the House Education and Labor Committee.

Norcross Among Congressional Group Proposing Major Move on College Debt, Affordability

Oct 21, 2019 In The News
Norcross Among Congressional Group Proposing Major Move on College Debt, Affordability

NJ Spotlight. By John Reitmeyer

Undertaking a major rewrite of the Higher Education Act is one way to address concerns about college affordability and student debt, according to a group of federal lawmakers that includes a congressman from South Jersey.

Reps. Norcross, Kim Assigned to Negotiate National Defense Bill

Sep 18, 2019 In The News
Reps. Norcross, Kim Assigned to Negotiate National Defense Bill

Burlington County Times. By David Levinsky

New Jersey Democrats Donald Norcross and Andy Kim were tapped to join a conference of lawmakers from the U.S. House and Senate that will seek to negotiate a new defense policy bill.

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