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Official portrait of Christopher H. Smith, 119th Congress

Christopher H. Smith

  • Representative (R) · New Jersey's 4th District

    NJ-04

  • Chair, Africa

In office since 1981 (23rd term) · Born March 4, 1953 (age 71 at start of Congress) · 119th Congress

Sponsored bills

62

Enacted 1

Cosponsored bills

230

 

Committees

1 full, 2 sub

 

Voting record

Not voting 6

  1. S. 2403 — Retire through Ownership ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · PassedYea
  2. H.R. 9497 — Water Resources Development ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · PassedYea
  3. H.R. 9340 — Ratepayer Protection ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · PassedYea
  4. H.J.Res. 213 — Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision”On Passage · PassedYea
  5. H.R. 10326 — PROOF ActOn Passage · PassedYea
  6. H.R. 9576 — National Fraud Enforcement Division ActOn Passage · PassedYea
  7. H.R. 5334 — An Act to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow early childhood educators to take the educator expense deduction, and for other purposesOn Motion to Concur in the Senate Amendments · PassedYea

  1. H.Con.Res. 93 — Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with IranOn Agreeing to the Resolution · PassedNay
  2. H.J.Res. 210 — Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to “California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision”On Passage · PassedYea
  3. H.R. 9500 — Tax Relief for Fraud Victims ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · PassedYea
  4. H.R. 2140 — Diesel Emissions Reduction ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · PassedYea
  5. H.R. 4646 — Whistleblower Protection ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · PassedYea
  6. H.R. 8278 — Fostering the Use of Technology to Uphold Regulatory Effectiveness in Supervision ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · PassedYea
  7. H.R. 2978 — GUARD ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · PassedYea
  8. H.Res. 1530 — Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 9576 and H.R. 10326, providing for consideration of the joint resolutions H.J. Res. 210 and H.J. Res. 213, and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to H.R. 5334On Agreeing to the Resolution · PassedYea
  9. H.Res. 1530 — Providing for consideration of the bills H.R. 9576 and H.R. 10326, providing for consideration of the joint resolutions H.J. Res. 210 and H.J. Res. 213, and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to H.R. 5334On Ordering the Previous Question · PassedYea
  10. H.Res. 1486 — Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanorsOn Motion to Table · PassedYea

  1. H.R. 3276 — Local Communities & Bird Habitat Stewardship ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · PassedYea
  2. H.R. 4219 — National Wildlife Refuge System Invasive Species Strike Team ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended · PassedYea

  1. H.R. 4795 — Protect Economic and Academic Freedom ActOn Passage · PassedYea

  1. H.R. 1501 — Protecting Domestic Mining ActOn Passage · PassedYea
  2. H.J.Res. 1 — Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that the Supreme Court of the United States be composed of nine justicesOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · FailedYea

  1. H.Res. 1498 — In the matter of allegations relating to Representative Chuck EdwardsOn Agreeing to the Resolution · PassedYea
  2. H.R. 9436 — To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effectiveOn Passage · PassedYea
  3. H.R. 9436 — To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 to extend the time period for which certain regulations concerning the North Atlantic right whale are effectiveOn Motion to Recommit · FailedNay
  4. H.Res. 1490 — Providing for the condemnation and denouncement of socialism in all its forms, and for other purposesOn Agreeing to the Resolution · PassedYea
  5. H.Res. 1499 — Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R. 4795); providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1490); and relating to consideration of motions to suspend the rulesOn Agreeing to the Resolution · PassedYea
  6. H.Res. 1499 — Providing for consideration of the bills (H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, and H.R. 4795); providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1490); and relating to consideration of motions to suspend the rulesOn Ordering the Previous Question · PassedYea
  7. H.R. 6500 — AGOA Extension ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Concur in the Senate Amendments · PassedYea

  1. S. 32 — Local Access to Courts ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · PassedYea
  2. S. 307 — Prison Staff Safety Enhancement ActOn Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass · PassedYea

  1. H.R. 8884 — Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans ActOn Passage · PassedYea
  2. H.Con.Res. 89 — Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with IranOn Agreeing to the Resolution · PassedNay

  1. H.Con.Res. 113 — Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2027 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2028 through 2036On Agreeing to the Resolution · PassedYea
  2. H.R. 7008 — Stop Insider Trading ActOn Passage · PassedYea
  3. H.R. 7008 — Stop Insider Trading ActOn Motion to Recommit · FailedNay
  4. H.R. 8800 — National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Passage · PassedYea
  5. H.R. 8800 — National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027On Motion to Recommit · FailedNay
  6. H.Amdt. 266On Agreeing to the Amendment · FailedNay
  7. H.Amdt. 261On Agreeing to the Amendment · Agreed toYea
  8. H.Amdt. 259On Agreeing to the Amendment · FailedYea
  9. H.Amdt. 258On Agreeing to the Amendment · Agreed toYea

  1. H.R. 9770 — Making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2027, and for other purposesOn Passage · PassedYea
  2. H.R. 6955 — Main Street ActOn Passage · PassedYea
  3. H.R. 6955 — Main Street ActOn Motion to Recommit · FailedNay
  4. H.Amdt. 257On Agreeing to the Amendment · FailedYea
  5. H.Amdt. 256On Agreeing to the Amendment · Agreed toYea
  6. H.Amdt. 255On Agreeing to the Amendment · Agreed toYea
  7. H.Amdt. 254On Agreeing to the Amendment · FailedYea
  8. H.Amdt. 253On Agreeing to the Amendment · Agreed toYea

Committee assignments

  1. Foreign AffairsMember
  2. AfricaSubcommittee of Foreign AffairsChairFrom March 13, 2025
  3. Western HemisphereSubcommittee of Foreign AffairsMemberFrom March 13, 2025

Cosponsored legislation

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230 measures

  1. H.Res. 1622 — Expressing support for the preservation, protection, and maintenance of statues and monuments honoring Christopher Columbus as an enduring testament to the Nation's history, heritage, and identity.Referred to committeeIntroduced October 9, 2026 · Original cosponsor · October 9, 2026
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  2. H.Res. 1552 — Supporting the designation of the week of September 20 through September 26, 2026, as "Gold Star Families Remembrance Week".Referred to committeeIntroduced September 16, 2026 · Original cosponsor · September 16, 2026
  3. H.Res. 1515 — Recognizing New Jersey's first responders, including its law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel, who responded to the September 11, 2001, attacks at the World Trade Center and who carried out the rescue, recovery, and medical relief efforts in the days and months that followed.Referred to committeeIntroduced September 8, 2026 · Original cosponsor · September 8, 2026
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  4. H.Res. 1511 — Recognizing the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, honoring the memory of the victims, recognizing the courage and sacrifice of the heroes who answered the call to serve, acknowledging the charitable organizations that continue to support survivors and victims' families, and reaffirming the enduring commitment of the United States to never forget.Referred to committeeIntroduced September 3, 2026 · Original cosponsor · September 3, 2026
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  5. H.R. 10166 — Foreign Propaganda Disclosure ActReferred to committeeIntroduced August 27, 2026 · Original cosponsor · August 27, 2026
  6. H.Res. 1497 — Commemorating the 13 United States servicemembers killed at Abbey Gate during and as a result of President Biden's disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal.Referred to committeeIntroduced August 27, 2026 · Original cosponsor · August 27, 2026
  7. H.R. 10119 — Protecting Local Control of Data Centers ActReferred to committeeIntroduced August 20, 2026 · Joined later · September 3, 2026
  8. H.Res. 1451 — Recognizing Charleston as the appropriate host city for the 2027 annual meeting of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Parliamentary Assembly.Referred to committeeIntroduced July 23, 2026 · Original cosponsor · July 23, 2026
  9. H.R. 9845 — Public Safety Officers’ Benefits Enhancement Act of 2026Referred to committeeIntroduced July 22, 2026 · Joined later · September 4, 2026
  10. H.R. 9868 — Preventing Forced Abortions Act of 2026Referred to committeeIntroduced July 22, 2026 · Joined later · August 20, 2026
  11. H.R. 9795 — Never Forget the Victims of Terrorism: Joseph D. Mistrulli and Alan Kleinberg USVSST Fund Solvency ActReferred to committeeIntroduced July 21, 2026 · Joined later · August 31, 2026
  12. H.R. 9680 — Replace UNRWA with Real Humanitarian Assistance ActReferred to committeeIntroduced July 14, 2026 · Original cosponsor · July 14, 2026
  13. H.Res. 1402 — Supporting the goals and ideals of Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month.Referred to committeeIntroduced June 30, 2026 · Original cosponsor · June 30, 2026
  14. H.R. 9443 — Saving FACE Act of 2026Referred to committeeIntroduced June 24, 2026 · Original cosponsor · June 24, 2026
  15. H.R. 9340 — Ratepayer Protection ActFailed cloture in SenateIntroduced June 18, 2026 · Joined later · September 2, 2026
  16. H.R. 9357 — Paraquat Prevention ActReferred to committeeIntroduced June 18, 2026 · Joined later · September 16, 2026
  17. H.R. 9236 — HAILEY Act of 2026Referred to committeeIntroduced June 10, 2026 · Joined later · September 16, 2026
  18. H.R. 9039 — PANA Act of 2026Referred to committeeIntroduced May 26, 2026 · Original cosponsor · May 26, 2026
  19. H.R. 9043 — Sex Trafficking Demand Reduction ActReferred to committeeIntroduced May 26, 2026 · Joined later · August 27, 2026
  20. H.R. 8781 — Title IX Clarification Act of 2026ReportedIntroduced May 13, 2026 · Original cosponsor · May 13, 2026
  21. H.R. 8793 — Veterans Suicide Prevention and Care Enhancement Act of 2026Referred to committeeIntroduced May 13, 2026 · Original cosponsor · May 13, 2026
  22. H.Res. 1273 — Honoring mothers, and recognizing the significance of motherhood and the impact mothers have on raising the next generation, on the occasion of Mother's Day.Referred to committeeIntroduced May 11, 2026 · Original cosponsor · May 11, 2026
  23. H.Con.Res. 96 — Expressing support for law enforcement officers.Agreed toIntroduced May 7, 2026 · Joined later · May 12, 2026
  24. H.R. 8603 — Dismemberment Abortion Ban Act of 2026Referred to committeeIntroduced April 30, 2026 · Original cosponsor · April 30, 2026
  25. H.R. 8476 — No Antisemitism in Education Act of 2026ReportedIntroduced April 23, 2026 · Joined later · June 9, 2026
  26. H.R. 8481 — Kayleigh’s Law Act of 2026Passed HouseIntroduced April 23, 2026 · Joined later · April 27, 2026
  27. H.R. 8326 — To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 16 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Drive in Willingboro, New Jersey, as the "James A. Cotten Post Office".Referred to committeeIntroduced April 16, 2026 · Joined later · July 14, 2026
  28. H.R. 8170 — MATCH ActReferred to committeeIntroduced April 2, 2026 · Joined later · April 15, 2026
  29. H.R. 7902 — Safeguarding Women from Chemical Abortion ActReferred to committeeIntroduced March 12, 2026 · Joined later · April 22, 2026
  30. H.R. 7718 — Officer John Barnes and Chief Michael Ansbro Public Safety Officers’ Benefits Program Expansion Act of 2026Referred to committeeIntroduced February 25, 2026 · Joined later · May 11, 2026
  31. H.Res. 1082 — Recognizing 250 years of Polish-American friendship and reaffirming the interest of the United States of America in the democracy, sovereignty, prosperity, and security of Poland.Referred to committeeIntroduced February 25, 2026 · Original cosponsor · February 25, 2026
  32. H.R. 7651 — Chloe Cole Act of 2026Referred to committeeIntroduced February 23, 2026 · Joined later · March 25, 2026
  33. H.R. 7622 — Iran Human Rights, Internet Freedom, and Accountability Act of 2026Referred to committeeIntroduced February 20, 2026 · Joined later · February 24, 2026
  34. H.R. 7540 — United States-Israel FUTURES Act of 2026Referred to committeeIntroduced February 12, 2026 · Joined later · February 25, 2026
  35. H.R. 7552 — CBW Fentanyl ActReferred to committeeIntroduced February 12, 2026 · Original cosponsor · February 12, 2026
  36. H.R. 7459 — Coastal Trust Fund ActReferred to committeeIntroduced February 10, 2026 · Joined later · February 11, 2026
  37. H.R. 7417 — Women’s Heart Health Expansion Act of 2026Referred to committeeIntroduced February 9, 2026 · Original cosponsor · February 9, 2026
  38. H.R. 7418 — STEADFAST ActReferred to committeeIntroduced February 9, 2026 · Original cosponsor · February 9, 2026
  39. H.R. 7438 — PETSAFE Act of 2026Referred to committeeIntroduced February 9, 2026 · Joined later · February 11, 2026
  40. H.Res. 1043 — Expressing support for the designation of February 2026 as "American Heart Month".Referred to committeeIntroduced February 9, 2026 · Original cosponsor · February 9, 2026
  41. H.R. 7352 — PASTEUR Act of 2026Referred to committeeIntroduced February 4, 2026 · Joined later · February 9, 2026
  42. H.R. 7361 — No Tax on Restored Benefits ActReferred to committeeIntroduced February 4, 2026 · Joined later · September 10, 2026
  43. H.R. 7368 — Riley Gaines ActReferred to committeeIntroduced February 4, 2026 · Joined later · February 9, 2026
  44. H.R. 7371 — No Flight, No Fight Act of 2026Referred to committeeIntroduced February 4, 2026 · Original cosponsor · February 4, 2026
  45. H.R. 7286 — To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to revoke the tax-exempt status of organizations that provide, or provide funding for, abortion.Referred to committeeIntroduced January 30, 2026 · Joined later · February 4, 2026
  46. H.Res. 1022 — Supporting the contributions of Catholic schools in the United States and celebrating the 52nd annual National Catholic Schools Week.Referred to committeeIntroduced January 27, 2026 · Original cosponsor · January 27, 2026
  47. H.R. 7169 — UBER ActReferred to committeeIntroduced January 21, 2026 · Original cosponsor · January 21, 2026
  48. H.R. 7175 — Frank Siller Congressional Gold Medal ActReferred to committeeIntroduced January 21, 2026 · Joined later · February 10, 2026
  49. H.R. 7184 — PRESS ActReferred to committeeIntroduced January 21, 2026 · Joined later · March 18, 2026
  50. H.R. 7153 — Agriculture and National Security Act of 2026Referred to committeeIntroduced January 20, 2026 · Original cosponsor · January 20, 2026

Floor activity

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  1. RECOGNIZING OSTOMY AWARENESS DAYExtensions of RemarksOctober 1, 2026 · Congressional Record E1008
  2. HYDE AMENDMENT'S 50TH ANNIVERSARYHouse SectionSeptember 16, 2026 · Congressional Record H5969–H5974
  3. KAY HAGAN TICK REAUTHORIZATION ACTHouse SectionSeptember 15, 2026 · Congressional Record H5670–H5671 · S. 2398
  4. REMEMBERING SEPTEMBER 11THExtensions of RemarksSeptember 15, 2026 · Congressional Record E918
  5. NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027House SectionJuly 22, 2026 · Congressional Record H5029–H5127 · H.R. 8800
  6. REAUTHORIZING THE KAY HAGAN TICK ACTHouse SectionJuly 20, 2026 · Congressional Record H4640–H4642 · H.R. 4348
  7. STEM CELL THERAPEUTIC AND RESEARCH REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 2025House SectionJuly 20, 2026 · Congressional Record H4642–H4643 · H.R. 5160
  8. FOURTH ANNIVERSARY OF DOBBS DECISIONHouse SectionJune 24, 2026 · Congressional Record H4229–H4234
  9. UNITED STATES COMMISSION ON INTERNATIONAL RELIGIOUS FREEDOM REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 2026House SectionJune 8, 2026 · Congressional Record H3947–H3948 · H.R. 1744
  10. CELEBRATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE COLTS NECK COMMUNITY CHURCHExtensions of RemarksMay 14, 2026 · Congressional Record E451
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  1. EXPRESSING THE SENSE OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES THAT THE PRESIDENT SHOULD PRIORITIZE SECURING THE RELEASE OF PASTOR JIN MINGRI, PASTOR GAO QUANFU AND HIS WIFE PANG YU, DR. GULSHAN ABBAS, AND...House SectionMay 12, 2026 · Congressional Record H3372–H3375 · H.Res. 1259
  2. SWEARING IN OF THE HONORABLE ANALILIA MEJIA, OF NEW JERSEY, AS A MEMBER OF THE HOUSEHouse SectionApril 20, 2026 · Congressional Record H2979
  3. CELEBRATING THE 175TH ANNIVERSARY OF WALL TOWNSHIPExtensions of RemarksMarch 5, 2026 · Congressional Record E193–E194
  4. DIRECTING THE PRESIDENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 5(C) OF THE WAR POWERS RESOLUTION TO REMOVE UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES FROM UNAUTHORIZED HOSTILITIES IN THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRANHouse SectionMarch 4, 2026 · Congressional Record H2395–H2412 · H.Con.Res. 38
  5. CELEBRATING AND DEFENDING LIFEHouse SectionJanuary 22, 2026 · Congressional Record H1338–H1343
  6. SUPPORTING PREGNANT AND PARENTING WOMEN AND FAMILIES ACTHouse SectionJanuary 21, 2026 · Congressional Record H1139–H1147 · H.R. 6945
  7. BREAKING THE GRIDLOCK ACTHouse SectionJanuary 8, 2026 · Congressional Record H213–H227 · H.R. 1834
  8. COMMEMORATING REPRESENTATIVE DONALD PAYNE, JR.Extensions of RemarksDecember 17, 2025 · Congressional Record E1221
  9. WELCOMING HIS ALL-HOLINESS, ECUMENICAL PATRIARCH BARTHOLOMEWExtensions of RemarksSeptember 16, 2025 · Congressional Record E864
  10. STREAMLINING PROCUREMENT FOR EFFECTIVE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY AND NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026House SectionSeptember 9, 2025 · Congressional Record H3915–H4158 · H.R. 3838
  11. DESIGNATING NIGERIA A COUNTRY OF PARTICULAR CONCERNExtensions of RemarksJuly 25, 2025 · Congressional Record E728
  12. HONORING WORLD WAR II HERO BUD LOMELLExtensions of RemarksJuly 21, 2025 · Congressional Record E700–E701
  13. LEONARD G. "BUD" LOMELL VA CLINICHouse SectionJuly 21, 2025 · Congressional Record H3489–H3491 · H.R. 2170
  14. ADJOURNMENTHouse SectionJune 24, 2025 · Congressional Record H2919–H2920
  15. CELEBRATING ANNIVERSARY OF DOBBS DECISIONHouse SectionJune 24, 2025 · Congressional Record H2915–H2919
  16. CONDEMNING THE RISE IN IDEOLOGICALLY MOTIVATED ATTACKS ON JEWISH INDIVIDUALS IN THE UNITED STATES, INCLUDING THE RECENT VIOLENT ASSAULT IN BOULDER, COLORADO, AND REAFFIRMING THE HOUSE OF...House SectionJune 9, 2025 · Congressional Record H2539–H2542 · H.Res. 481
  17. DENOUNCING THE ANTISEMITIC TERRORIST ATTACK IN BOULDER, COLORADOHouse SectionJune 9, 2025 · Congressional Record H2542–H2546 · H.Res. 488
  18. RECOGNIZING REBEKAH FISCHOFFExtensions of RemarksMay 21, 2025 · Congressional Record E463–E464
  19. STOP FORCED ORGAN HARVESTING ACT OF 2025House SectionMay 5, 2025 · Congressional Record H1819–H1822 · H.R. 1503
  20. ADJOURNMENT FROM THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 2025, TO MONDAY, MARCH 31, 2025House SectionMarch 27, 2025 · Congressional Record H1316
  21. DEFUNDING PLANNED PARENTHOOD--CHILD ABUSE, INCORPORATEDExtensions of RemarksMarch 27, 2025 · Congressional Record E255
  22. CELEBRATING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF PINE BEACHExtensions of RemarksMarch 21, 2025 · Congressional Record E237–E238
  23. TIBET UPRISING DAYExtensions of RemarksMarch 10, 2025 · Congressional Record E195
  24. BORN-ALIVE ABORTION SURVIVORS PROTECTION ACTHouse SectionJanuary 23, 2025 · Congressional Record H335–H345 · H.R. 21
  25. SUPPORT FOR H.R. 33, UNITED STATES-TAIWAN EXPEDITED DOUBLE-TAX RELIEF ACTExtensions of RemarksJanuary 20, 2025 · Congressional Record E49
  26. ILLEGITIMATE COURT COUNTERACTION ACTHouse SectionJanuary 9, 2025 · Congressional Record H67–H74 · H.R. 23

Sponsored amendments

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  1. H.Amdt. 78 to H.R. 3838

    Amendment sought to require the Secretary of Defense to certify that offshore wind projects in the North Atlantic and Mid-Atlantic Planning Areas will not interfere with radar capabilities.

    Submitted September 9, 2025. Rejected. Failed 209–224. On agreeing to the Smith (NJ) amendment (A002) Failed by recorded vote: 209 - 224 (Roll no. 250).

Service history

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Serving continuously since 1981

House of Representatives
1981–present
  • Representative · NJ-04 · 2025–present

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  • Amendments this member is recorded as sponsoring. Submission or proposal dates are shown when Congress.gov recorded them. This is not a count of amendments physically offered on the floor.