Archive for Tag: Beth Sawyer

Resolution demanding Hamas surrender introduced in NJ Assembly

TRENTON, N.J. – In contrast to the progressives calling on Israel to commit to a permanent ceasefire in the Middle East, Assemblywoman Beth Sawyer introduces a resolution demanding Hamas to surrender to stop civilian bloodshed in Gaza. “Hamas terrorists must be held accountable for their actions that are responsible...

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Bill naming service dog recognition day passes Assembly

TRENTON, N.J. – Those suffering from catastrophic physical or mental traumas have benefitted from the assistance and companionship of service dogs. However, the cost to rescue, train and pair a dog with a veteran in need is cost prohibitive, leaving many without this life enhancing service. Assemblywoman Beth Sawyer...

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Bill that creates mosquito control pilot program clears committee

TRENTON, N.J. – The Assembly State and Local Government Committee on Thursday released a bill that will bring mosquito mitigation measures to some New Jersey towns. The bill (A5788), sponsored by Assemblywoman Beth Sawyer, would create a five-year pilot program open to municipalities with fewer than 10,000 residents, in...

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Sawyer condemns Hamas’ attack while recounting visit to Israel, demands border security for Americans

TRENTON, N.J. – As the conflict between the terrorist group Hamas and Israel stretches into its seventh day, Assemblywoman Beth Sawyer, a member of the New Jersey-Israel Commission, expresses her support for Israel while recalling her recent visit to the nation and demanding more secure borders to protect Americans....

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Sawyer celebrates state funding to upgrade Salem County’s 911 system

TRENTON, N.J. – An outspoken advocate for upgrading Salem County’s antiquated emergency call center, Assemblywoman Beth Sawyer is celebrating the $2.5 million in the state budget to modernize the 911 system. “I have been fighting for this funding since I took office in January 2022,” Sawyer (R-Gloucester) said, “I promised...

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Gloucester County lawmaker says toxic train derailments magnify Glassboro-Camden rail line concerns

WEST DEPTFORD, N.J. – A toxic chemical involved in the recent train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio was ultimately headed for South Jersey, where residents experienced a similar disaster in 2012 when a train derailed in Paulsboro and spilled 20,000 gallons of vinyl chloride into Mantua Creek. Residents here...

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Sawyer calls on Rutgers to end all Covid mandates

TRENTON, N.J. – Rutgers University should repeal its unrealistic Covid mandates as other higher education institutions drop them and the federal public health emergency sunsets May 11, Assemblywoman Beth Sawyer says. The university issued updated guidelines March 17 that still requires students, staff, contractors and others to provide proof...

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Sawyer connects mayors to state reps and resources at roundtable

SWEDESBORO, N.J. – As a skilled entrepreneur turned state lawmaker, Assemblywoman Beth Sawyer understands the importance of face-to-face connections, so she brought everyone to the table – literally – at a recent event with local leaders from Gloucester, Salem and Cumberland counties and state agency officials. Her goal was...

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VIDEO: Proposed GCL line a train wreck for South Jersey communities, Sawyer says

TRENTON, N.J. – The throwback idyllic charm of Gloucester County’s communities is under threat by a proposed urban transportation fixture that is outdated and unwanted by many residents there. Assemblywoman Beth Sawyer examines the environmental and social impacts of the Glassboro-Camden light-rail line in the Assembly Republican Office’s video,...

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Inspira steps in to save South Jersey hospital, Salem County lawmakers applaud

TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblywomen Beth Sawyer and Bethanne McCarthy Patrick, champions of Inspira Health’s takeover of Salem Medical Center, say the acquisition announced Friday will greatly benefit residents of Salem County and the hospital’s health care workers. Located in Mannington Township, Salem Medical Center will now be known as...

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