U.S. Rep. Chris Smith from New Jersey's 4th Congressional District
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Recent News About U.S. Rep. Chris Smith from New Jersey's 4th Congressional District
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Congressman Chris Smith comments on FY25 budget resolution passage
Congressman Chris Smith has expressed his views following the approval of the Fiscal Year 2025 House Budget Resolution.
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Middletown veteran receives long-awaited Bronze Star after more than five decades
On February 21, Congressman Chris Smith presented the Bronze Star to Mike Vaccaro, a 79-year-old Vietnam War veteran from Middletown.
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New Jersey Vietnam veterans receive long-awaited medals after more than five decades
Two Vietnam War veterans from New Jersey, Pete Celentano and Michael Vaccaro, were finally awarded the military medals they earned over five decades ago. U.S. Representative Chris Smith presented the medals to them during separate ceremonies held...
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Vietnam veteran finally receives Bronze Star after five decades
Flying into the jungles of South Vietnam and engaging with local leaders in remote villages was a dangerous task.
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Vietnam vet receives Purple Heart 58 years after battle
On November 10, 1967, Pete Celentano, then a 20-year-old soldier, wrote to his parents about surviving the Battle of Dak To in Vietnam.
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General calls for more tech to counter drone threats at military sites
U.S. Air Force Gen.
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Congress extends Autism CARES Act with nearly $2 billion funding
Congress has extended the Autism Collaboration, Accountability, Research, Education, and Support (Autism CARES) Act for another five years.
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NORTHCOM Commander raises alarm over mysterious drone activity
During a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing, concerns were raised about swarms of drones reported across the United States, including over military facilities and power infrastructure in New Jersey. U.S. Air Force Gen.
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Ocean County begins beach replenishment funded by federal infrastructure bill
Beaches in Ocean County are undergoing a significant replenishment project starting Monday, with an estimated total cost of $73.5 million.
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Ocean County beach replenishment project begins; federally funded effort spans multiple towns
Beaches in Ocean County are undergoing a replenishment project starting Monday, with a total cost of $73.5 million.
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Jersey Shore beach replenishment project starts after securing federal funds
A significant beach replenishment project along the Jersey Shore is set to commence on Monday, as announced by Congressman Chris Smith.
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Federal funds enable critical NJ coastline protection projects
Critical beach protection efforts along New Jersey's coastline are set to commence on February 10, following the allocation of federal funding. U.S. Representative Chris Smith (R-Manchester) played a key role in securing $30.2 million from the...
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Rep. Smith criticizes South Africa's stance on Taiwan amid diplomatic tensions
Rep. Chris Smith, a Republican from New Jersey and chair of the House Foreign Affairs Africa subcommittee, has expressed concerns over South Africa's recent decision affecting Taiwan.
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Offshore wind project meetings canceled after Congressman raises concerns
A series of meetings related to an offshore wind project were canceled following U.S. Rep. Chris Smith's intervention.
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Trump administration cancels public hearings on Vineyard Mid-Atlantic project
The White House has informed Congressman Chris Smith (R-NJ) that the Trump Administration, through the Department of Interior, has canceled three public hearings for the Vineyard Mid-Atlantic project off New Jersey's coast.
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New Jersey cancels fourth offshore wind solicitation amid economic viability concerns
The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) has announced the cancellation of its fourth offshore wind solicitation.
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Shell exits major NJ offshore wind farm amid regulatory challenges
Oil and gas company Shell has decided to withdraw from a significant offshore wind project located off the coast of New Jersey.
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Shell exits Atlantic Shores wind project citing financial concerns
Rep. Chris Smith of New Jersey has expressed approval following Shell Energy's decision to withdraw from the Atlantic Shores wind project off the coast of New Jersey.
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Rep. Smith calls for action amid escalating violence in DRC
U.S. Representative Chris Smith, a senior member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee and Chair of its Africa Subcommittee, issued a statement regarding the recent violence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
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Smith questions BOEM's actions amid Trump's offshore wind moratorium
In a recent development, Representative Chris Smith from New Jersey has raised concerns regarding the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's (BOEM) actions related to offshore wind projects.