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    Kean Statement on Protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications

    In a recent development, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) has expressed his support for the Protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act. Kean emphasized the significance of this legislation in safeguarding Americans from potential threats posed by foreign adversaries, particularly highlighting concerns over the Chinese Communist Party's influence on applications like TikTok."It is Congress’ duty to safeguard the privacy and security of our citizens in the digital realm," stated Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. regarding his decision to vote YES on...

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    Kean Constituent Services Returned Over $4 Million to NJ-07 Residents

    BERNARDSVILLE, NJ – Today, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) announced that his casework team has returned more than $4,000,000 to constituents since taking office in January 2023. This total represents over a year of work on behalf on constituents who have contacted the office for prompt customer service when federal agencies were slow to deliver. "Too often, Americans struggle securing their rightfully deserved veteran benefits, IRS, or Social Security payments and much more," said Congressman Kean. "Delivering for New Jerseyans is a top priority for me in Congress, and...

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    Kean and McGarvey Introduce Bill to Expedite Flight Training for Veterans

    Representatives Tom Kean, Jr. and Morgan McGarvey have introduced the Veterans Flight Training Responsibility Act of 2024, a bipartisan bill aimed at streamlining the flight training process for veterans by eliminating the one-year requirement to access their GI Bill benefits."Student veterans are going through their GI bill too fast and end up having to pay out of pocket or wait a semester before they use their GI bill the next academic year for flight training," expressed Representative Kean.Representative McGarvey echoed the sentiment, stating, "We should be making...

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    Kean, Keating, Turner, Panetta, Wilson & Connolly Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Reaffirming U.S. Commitment to NATO

    WASHINGTON, DC - In a bipartisan effort, Chairman Tom Kean, Jr., Ranking Member Bill Keating, Chairman Mike Turner, Congressman Jimmy Panetta, Congressman Joe Wilson, and Vice Chair Gerry Connolly introduced a resolution reaffirming the United States' commitment to NATO and the Article 5 principle of Collective Defense.Chairman Kean expressed his pride in leading the resolution, emphasizing the importance of NATO's 75-year history and the alliance's strength with the inclusion of Finland and soon-to-be member Sweden. He highlighted the need for all NATO allies to meet the...

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    Congressman Kean Announces Francesca Mani as State of the Union Guest

    WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) has revealed Francesca Mani as his guest for President Biden’s 2024 State of the Union Address. Francesca, a high school sophomore, will be seated in the House Gallery during the speech.Last fall, students at Westfield High School engaged in the creation of deepfake images using artificial intelligence, which led to concerns about the lack of legal recourse for AI-generated content. Following this incident, Francesca Mani, a victim of the deepfake images, approached Congressman Kean to advocate for federal-level...

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    Kean Statement on President Biden’s Third State of the Union Address

    Washington, DC - Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. voiced his response after President Joe Biden's 2024 State of the Union Address. Kean expressed disappointment in Biden's speech, stating, "This evening, President Biden failed to deliver a message to help unite a divided nation and he failed to demonstrate the strength and leadership that this American moment demands."Highlighting the necessity for Congress to take action, Kean emphasized the importance of working towards solutions that benefit every family, promote safe communities, and address global security challenges. He...

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    Nearly $22 Million in Funding For NJ-07 Passes House

    Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. has expressed his satisfaction with the bipartisan passage of the Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY24, which will bring nearly $22 million in Community Project Funding to New Jersey's 7th Congressional District. Kean stated, "I am proud that the House came together today to approve the funding for New Jersey I have been fighting for. We are funding vital community projects that are going to make a very positive difference in people’s lives. I urge the US Senate to swiftly pass this legislation and get it on the President’s desk."The funding...

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    Congressman Kean Joins the Congressional Diabetes Caucus

    WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) has announced his membership in the Congressional Diabetes Caucus, a significant move aimed at supporting diabetes awareness and research efforts. The caucus, established in 1996, has become the largest caucus in Congress with over 300 members in the 118th Congress. Its primary objective is to educate Members of Congress and staff about diabetes while advocating for legislative actions to enhance diabetes research, education, and treatment.In a recent meeting with constituents from the Juvenile Diabetes Research...

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    Congressman Kean Accepting Applications for Summer Internships

    Washington, DC - Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) has announced that his office is now accepting applications for the Summer 2024 Internship Program. This program provides college students with a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the world of public service and legislative affairs.Interns will work closely with dedicated staff members and contribute to the development and implementation of legislative initiatives. Congressman Kean emphasized the importance of the internship program, stating, "We are excited to offer this internship program to students...

  • Local Government

    Kean Secures Permanent Housing for Double Amputee Army Veteran

    Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. recently facilitated the permanent housing for veteran U.S. Army Private Robert Shaw III, who suffered a life-altering accident resulting in the amputation of both his legs above the knee. The brave veteran expressed his gratitude, stating, "It's so great to be home. Thank you to all the people who made this happen. Thank you to my Congressman and his incredible staff. I know I will need a lifetime of help and support, please don't forget about me."In a statement, Congressman Kean highlighted the importance of providing support to veterans in...

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