My statement on the passing of my friend and colleague, Donald Payne, Jr.

In passing the national security and foreign aid package with bipartisan majorities, Congress is sending a message: the United States stands with its allies and will help address growing humanitarian needs causing enormous suffering around the world.
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This historic investment in solar energy was made possible by Democrats passing groundbreaking climate legislation. The $156 million specifically for New Jersey will increase solar adoption in low-income communities, saving money and our planet.
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To mark Earth Day’s Planet vs. Plastics theme this year I reintroduced my Protecting Communities from Plastics Act, which will tackle the plastic production crisis that is fueling climate change and perpetuating environmental injustice.

To those in New Jersey celebrating Passover, wishing you a joyous Seder filled with meaningful traditions, blessings, and love. Chag Sameach!

On Earth Day, let’s renew our commitment to cherish and protect our beautiful yet fragile planet. While we’ve made progress, the urgent need for more robust climate action is vital to the health of our planet.

It’s our responsibility to safeguard this magnificent Pale Blue Dot.

The failed War on Drugs continues to be a war on people. We need to pass comprehensive cannabis reform that includes restorative justice.

In the 25 years since the mass shooting at Columbine, we as legislators have failed to keep our students and teachers safe from the gun violence epidemic this country faces. We must not stop fighting for gun safety reform until America’s classrooms are a safe haven for all.

The Oklahoma City Bombing is a terrifying example of the threat of domestic terrorism this country has faced and continues to face. We all must continue to support efforts to curb domestic terrorism and combat hatred in our society.

From asthma inhalers to cancer drug treatments, Democrats have successfully lowered costs despite intense opposition from the GOP and Big Pharma. We must build on our progress and deliver savings for Americans.

It was an honor to meet with Clare Byarugaba and hear about the work she and #RepealAHA23 are doing to defend the rights of LGBTQIA+ Ugandans.

I will continue to condemn the draconian Anti-Homosexuality Act that was passed in Uganda last year.

17 years ago a shooter walked on to Virginia Tech’s campus and committed a senseless act of gun violence, taking 32 innocent lives. Once again, we remember one of many school shootings that haunt this country, permitted by the failure of to pass meaningful gun safety legislation.

Today marks one year since war broke out in Sudan, causing unimaginable suffering and one of the fastest growing humanitarian crises in the world. After hearing directly from Sudanese refugees in the region, I reiterate my call for all parties to immediately lay down their arms.

My statement on Iran’s attack on Israel.

Continued fighting in El Fasher risks significant civilian harm and a worsening displacement crisis when people are already in desperate need of food, water, and medicine.  I call on the RSF to end the siege and call on them, the SAF and its aligned fighters to respect IHL and

Deeply concerned about reports of escalating conflict in El Fasher, Sudan, which risks significant harm to civilians and an exacerbation of the already dire humanitarian situation. I call on all armed parties to lay down their arms now.

.Sen. Cory Booker, Rep. Barbara Lee, Congresswoman Sara Jacobs, and I would like to thank Chadian officials for hosting us in Chad and facilitating our visit with Sudanese refugees near Adre.  Sudanese women and children shared soul-crushing stories of their flight from violence and starvation.

Our cannabis policy has lagged behind science and the states for too long, I am proud to move forward on introducing this bill to create just and modern cannabis policy.
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