( RAHWAY ) – Assemblyman  Wayne DeAngelo  recently spoke about the critical need to tackle energy affordability in New Jersey through realistic planning and full system investment. He stressed the holistic nature of energy policy, citing that decisions made today will directly affect every household, business, and community across the Garden State. Assemblyman DeAngelo delivered his remarks during a meeting with PSE&G Corporate Citizenship leadership at the Union County Perfo

(WEST WINDSOR TOWNSHIP)  — Assemblyman  Wayne P. DeAngelo , Chairman of the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee, will co-host a Utility Job Fair on  November 10  to connect job seekers with leading employers across the state’s utility sector. The event is also being hosted by the New Jersey Utilities Association (NJUA). “As someone who came up through the trades, I know firsthand the value of a hard day’s work and the pride that comes with building a career th

( HAMILTON, NJ ) – Assemblyman  Wayne DeAngelo , in partnership with the Hamilton Township Public Library, will host a “Sole to Soul: Community Sock Drive” to help residents in need stay warm this season. The drive will collect new socks from November 3 through November 17, with donations supporting local shelters and community organizations.   “With the weather cooling and the holiday season just weeks away, we’re reminded that even small acts of kindness can make a big dif

Greenstein, DeAngelo, and McCoy to partner with the Red Cross, YMCA, and Hamilton Township for the event on October 24 ( HAMILTON, NJ )  — Assembly members  Wayne DeAngelo  and  Tennille McCoy  will be joined by Senator Linda Greenstein  (all D-Mercer, Middlesex) , the YMCA, and Hamilton Township to host a community blood drive on Friday, October 24, 2025, at the Hamilton Area YMCA - Children’s Gym. This drive is dedicated to serving those in need of blood, including trauma s

(EAST WINDSOR, NJ)  – Assembly members  Wayne P. DeAngelo  and  Tennille R. McCoy  and State Senator Linda Greenstein   (all D-Mercer, Middlesex)   joined local and county officials to cut the ribbon last week on the Wiltshire Park Pedestrian Bridge in East Windsor. Funding for the bridge was part of the $1.25 million secured in the Fiscal Year 2026 State budget appropriated for the township to make municipal and police facility upgrades.  The new bridge replaces an old, dila

(TRENTON)  — Legislation sponsored by Assemblymen  Anthony Verrelli  and  Wayne P. DeAngelo  was signed into law today by Governor Phil Murphy. Bill  A4429 , commonly referred to as the “Captive Audience Bill,” will expand protections for workers by prohibiting employers from requiring employees to attend meetings or communications related to political matters, including union organizing.  “This bill is about protecting workers' rights and making sure every person is treated

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(TRENTON) - Assemblyman  Wayne P. DeAngelo   (D-Mercer, Middlesex)  issued the following statement regarding the federal government's termination of the Solar for All program:   “One thing that has been abundantly clear as we work to address energy affordability is that we need more sources of energy generation in New Jersey, not fewer. The federal government’s termination of the Solar for All program creates an unwanted and unnecessary impediment to achieving that goal. This

(TRENTON) –  Assembly members Wayne DeAngelo and Tennille McCoy , along with Senator Linda Greenstein, presented the Hamilton Fire Department with a $1 million check that will go towards the purchase of a new fire engine. This funding, which was part of the FY2026 budget, is crucial, as it will help replace aging equipment and maintain public safety standards. “I extend my sincere congratulations to the Hamilton Fire Department,”  said Assemblyman DeAngelo (D-Mercer, Middles

(TRENTON)  — Assemblyman  Wayne P. DeAngelo  (D-Mercer, Middlesex), Chair of the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee, issued the following statement after energy grid operator PJM Interconnection announced the results of its recent Base Residual Auction, a competitive capacity auction for the 2026/2027 delivery year:   “To say I’m disappointed with the results of PJM Interconnection’s latest capacity auction is an understatement. As the organization tasked wit

(TRENTON) – Senator Linda R. Greenstein, Assemblyman Wayne DeAngelo, and Assemblywoman Tennille R. McCoy (all D-Mercer, Middlesex) issued the following statement regarding the passing of Brian M. Hughes, who died today at the age of 68.    “We are heartbroken by the news of the passing of Brian M. Hughes, a devoted public servant and a cherished member of one of New Jersey’s most distinguished political families.   “As Mercer County Executive for 20 years, Brian led with int

A5733 is part of the Democrats' efforts to assist families struggling to pay bills (TRENTON)  - Bill  A5733 , sponsored by Assemblyman  Wayne DeAngelo , recently passed the General Assembly. This bill would require State agencies that administer utility bill payment assistance programs or energy efficiency programs to complete a review of the program and increase the income threshold for residential customers if appropriate.   A5733 would instruct the Department of Community

The legislation would expand eligibility for utility assistance and make it easier to access cost-saving programs (TRENTON)  — As summer approaches and air conditioners begin to hum across New Jersey, utilities are a top of mind for residents throughout the Garden State. Today, the General Assembly responded to these concerns by advancing a series of bills aimed at ensuring that New Jerseyans receive the help they need to pay their bills. The legislation includes measures to

More residents would be able to apply for assistance and the application process would be easier under the legislation   (TRENTON)  – More New Jersey residents would be eligible to receive assistance to pay their utility bills   under legislation advanced by the Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee today.   The committee also moved forward with bills that would streamline the application process for assistance programs and protect residents from utility shutoffs during

The bills aim to help New Jersey residents by addressing the root causes of spiking utility costs (TRENTON) – As part of their efforts to combat rising utility costs, Assembly Democrats advanced a series of bills today during the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee meeting. Chaired by Assemblyman Wayne DeAngelo , the committee focused on bills aimed at providing relief for New Jersey ratepayers.  “What we are hearing loud and clear from our constituents is th

Joint Legislative Committee Holds Second Hearing on Energy Affordability (TRENTON) – Representatives from four utility companies operating in New Jersey faced tough questions on energy affordability from Democratic lawmakers today during a joint hearing of the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee and the Senate Select Committee. This was the second joint meeting held to examine the reasons why energy prices are set to rise in June.   “We’re committed to explor

TRENTON – The special legislative committee investigating the exorbitant increase in utility costs wants more answers and explanations from PJM Interconnection, the regional energy market that manages the distribution of electricity to New Jersey and other states.    Senator Paul Sarlo and Assemblyman Wayne DeAngelo, the co-chairs of the Joint Committee, followed-up on the panel’s first hearing by sending the attached correspondence to PJM asking for explanations of the prac

(TRENTON)  — Assemblyman  Wayne P. DeAngelo   (D-Mercer, Middlesex) , Chair of the Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee, offered the following statement in response to the announced resignation of Manu Asthana, CEO of PJM Interconnection: “While leadership transitions always bring a degree of uncertainty, they also present an opportunity for reflection and meaningful change. As we heard during recent legislative hearings, there are deep concerns about how PJM’s

Hearing comes as Assembly Democrats unveil legislative package to provide immediate relief and create long-term solutions for fair energy pricing and better access to assistance programs (TRENTON)  — PJM’s failure to bring new energy supply online has led to higher utility costs for New Jersey residents, according to testimony today during a joint meeting of the Senate Select Committee and Assembly Telecommunications and Utilities Committee. The hearing was held as Assembly D

(TRENTON) – Senator Linda R. Greenstein, Assemblyman Wayne DeAngelo, and Assemblywoman Tennille R. McCoy (all D-Mercer, Middlesex) issued the following statements regarding the recent deaths of two men killed in a car crash on I-95.    “I’m heartbroken to hear of the passing of two members of our community, Aaron and Joshua Davis,” said Senator Greenstein.  “The brothers, who were just 23 and 22, were upstanding young men who were said to be 'true gentlemen' and who were ado