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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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WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Nellie Pou (D-NJ-09) today expressed her support for articles of impeachment introduced against U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
PATERSON, NJ – Today Congresswoman Nellie Pou (D-NJ-09) announced $934,758 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Justice to enhance the identification, response, and existing systems for victims of human trafficking in Paterson and Passaic County.
WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Nellie Pou (D-NJ-09) today expressed strong support for the appointment of Shirley Emehelu to be the Garden State’s Lieutenant Governor.