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Van Drew Slams Big Oil for Profiting While Americans Pay More at the Pump

May 4, 2026 — Congressman Van Drew criticized major oil companies as gas prices remain high and continue to strain American families. “These companies are taking advantage of the situation, plain and simple,” said Congressman Van Drew. “What is happening in the Middle East is being used as an excuse to maximize profits while hardworking […]

Van Drew Responds to Spirit Airlines Shutdown, Applauds Relief Efforts, Highlights Atlantic City Airport Readiness

May 2, 2026 — Congressman Van Drew issued the following statement after the sudden shutdown of Spirit Airlines and the announcement of federal relief measures to assist impacted passengers and employees. “The Department of Transportation is working with major airlines to cap fares and help stranded passengers get where they need to go, while also […]

Van Drew: $400 Million Coast Guard Contract Officially Awarded, Project Moves into Design-Build Phase

May 1, 2026 — Congressman Van Drew announced that the United States Coast Guard has officially awarded the $400 million contract to design and construct the new barracks and training facilities at Coast Guard Training Center Cape May. The contract moves the project into the design-build phase, bringing it one step closer to construction and […]

Van Drew Issues Statement on End of DHS Shutdown, Renews Push to Protect Federal Workers’ Pay During Shutdown

April 30, 2026 — Congressman Van Drew released the following statement after Congress passed legislation to end the partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security and restore funding for critical agencies, including the Coast Guard, TSA, FEMA, Secret Service, and CISA. “This shutdown should have never happened in the first place,” said Congressman Van […]

Van Drew Provides Atlantic City Housing Authority Update, Announces Elevator Replacements

April 29, 2026 — Congressman Van Drew provided an update on conditions at the Atlantic City Housing Authority (ACHA), including immediate relief for residents and a long-term fix to ongoing elevator failures. “Elevators breaking down in these buildings has been a problem across multiple ACHA properties for years, especially Shore Park Hi Rise on Virginia […]

Van Drew Announces Over $1.4 Million for South Jersey Airports

April 21, 2026 — Congressman Van Drew announced over $1.4 million in federal funding for airport improvement projects across South Jersey through the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Airport Infrastructure Grant program. “These are the kinds of investments that keep South Jersey going,” said Congressman Van Drew. “Our local airports are used every day, and they […]

Van Drew Introduces Bill to Let Families Deduct Taxes and Fees Driving Up Utility Bills

April 20, 2026 — Congressman Jeff Van Drew (R-NJ), along with Congressman Josh Riley (D-NY), introduced H.R. 8350, the No Taxes on Utility Bills Act, which would let taxpayers deduct all taxes and state-mandated surcharges included on their gas and electric bills from their federal taxable income, giving New Jersey families a much-needed tax break. “People […]

Van Drew Announces $12.4 Million for the Atlantic City Housing Authority

April 17, 2026 — Congressman Van Drew announced that the Atlantic City Housing Authority (ACHA) will receive $12.4 million in federal funding through the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Operating Shortfall program. “The people living in these buildings have been through a lot, and they deserve stability,” said Congressman Van Drew. “This funding […]

Van Drew Announces Unprecedented $99 Million Army Corps Investment for South Jersey Beach Replenishment

This is the LARGEST INVESTMENT SINCE HURRICANE SANDY and the LARGEST EVER without a severe coastal storm! April 6, 2026 — Congressman Van Drew announced that South Jersey will receive $99 million in federal funding from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to replenish and protect key beaches in the region. This is the biggest investment […]

Van Drew Calls on Governor Sherrill to Act on Soaring Utility Bills Immediately

March 23, 2026 — Congressman Van Drew renewed his call for immediate action from Governor Sherrill as utility bills across South Jersey continue to skyrocket, with many families now paying delivery fees that are double or even triple their actual energy usage. “People in South Jersey are opening their bills and seeing something that just does […]