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Congresswoman Nellie Pou made history as the first Latina from New Jersey elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, representing the Ninth District. With decades of legislative service at the state and federal levels, she is a steadfast advocate for equity, opportunity, and the communities she serves.
In Congress, she holds key roles on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and the House Homeland Security Committee. Her career is defined by leadership, public service, and a commitment to advancing policies that promote fairness, justice, and economic opportunity for all.
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PATERSON, NJ – Congresswoman Nellie Pou (D-NJ-09) today announced that the Town of Kearny has been awarded $125,000 to support the Kearny Prevention Coalition and its work to prevent substance use.
WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Nellie Pou (D-NJ-09) voted against a Republican attempt to enact a heavily restrictive voter ID law masquerading as a good government measure.
This is Congresswoman Nellie Pou writing to you about the issue I hear about more than any other: the high cost of living.