Skillman — Assemblyman Andrew Zwicker (LD-16) is currently seeking college students to serve as fall interns in his district office in Skillman, New Jersey.

Interns in Assemblyman Zwicker’s district office will participate in constituent service and local community outreach activities, while having the opportunity to earn college credits. They will also have the opportunity to witness the legislative process, tour the State Capital, and attend Assembly votes and hearings. The program will allow students to work closely with constituents, sharpen their research and writing skills, and learn a multitude of valuable office skills.

“Students have a unique opportunity to experience democracy in action as interns in a legislative office,” said Zwicker. “Interns gain valuable knowledge about both state and local issues and an understanding of the inner workings of a district office. I encourage all college students to consider applying for this rewarding experience.”

Assemblyman Zwicker currently serves as a member of the Regulated Professions, Judiciary, and Telecommunications and Utilities committees.

College students who are interested in interning in Zwicker’s district office, should submit a resume and cover letter by September 23, 2016, to:

Assemblyman Andrew Zwicker

Attn: Joe Forte

By email to: AsmZwicker@njleg.org

TRENTON, NJ – Legislation signed into law this week by Gov. Chris Christie, sponsored by eight lawmakers, including Assemblyman Andrew Zwicker, will enable the state to continue funding critical projects that provide clean drinking water throughout the state.

“The Environmental Infrastructure Trust has a long history of supporting projects that protect our water resources, help deliver clean, safe drinking water, and support sustainable economic development,” said Zwicker. whose 16th Assembly District includes towns in Somerset,Mercer, Middlesex and Hunterdon counties. 

His legislative colleague in the 16th District, Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli was a co=sponsor of the bill. 

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Assemblyman Andrew Zwicker, lead sponsor of a bill that would have allowed 17-year-olds to vote in a primary election provided they will turn 18 on or before the succeeding general election (A-3591), issued the following statement Friday after the governor vetoed the legislation:

"This year alone, more than 23,000 young people who will be eligible to vote in November were unable to participate in the June primary. This bill, which received bipartisan support in both the Assembly and the Senate, presented an opportunity to change that scenario and empower thousands of new voters in future elections. It simply was about making our democracy more fair by ensuring that everyone who can vote in a general election would have a say in nominating who appears on the ballot. 

"Our goal - regardless of party affiliation or lack thereof - should be to encourage more people to engage in the process of choosing who represents them. Leaders in a number of states have enacted legislation similar to the 'New Voter Empowerment Act', because they understand how important that idea is. This veto is a step backward for New Jersey that only serves to discourage young voters and discount the value they can bring to the democratic process."

Assemblyman Zwicker with Ben Reytblat, CEO, and the 3DMonstr Team

Office of Assemblyman Andrew Zwicker 

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Assemblyman Zwicker Set To Tour Local Manufacturer

WHAT: On Thursday, August 11, 2016, Assemblyman Andrew Zwicker will tour 3DMonstr and Leigh Imaging and have a round table discussion with executives and employees. 3DMonstr is a start-up company developing and using the latest three-dimensional printing technologies for manufacturing and Leigh Imaging is a long-time industry leader in conventional imaging and printing. They currently have 12 employees. The roundtable discussion will focus on what New Jersey needs to do to attract and grow innovative companies to create jobs. 

WHO:  Assemblyman Andrew Zwicker

Ben Reytblat, CEO

Peter Dawson, President 

WHEN: Thursday, August 11, 2016

Tour will begin at 1:30 pm.

Roundtable discussion will begin immediately after tour.

WHERE:  3DMonstr

45 Everett Drive, Suite 130

Princeton Junction NJ

Leigh Imaging

45 Everett Drive, Suite 100

Princeton Junction NJ

PRESS: Open

To attend or for additional information please contact Joe Forte at 732-713-3716 or at jforte@njleg.org

Andrew Zwicker is an Assemblyman representing the 16^th Legislative District. Assemblyman Zwicker is a PhD. physicist at the Princeton Plasma Physics Lab where he works on developing fusion energy and heads their science education program.

(TRENTON) – Legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats Raj Mukherji, Cleopatra G. Tucker, Andrew Zwicker, Pamela Lampitt, Angela McKnight and Joann Downey that would give New Jersey veterans affordable housing assistance preference has been signed into law.

The law (A-2088) ensures that New Jersey veterans and surviving spouses receive priority status for affordable public housing.  Specifically, the law requires the Division of Housing and Community Resources in the state Department of Community Affairs (DCA), in consultation with the state Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, to provide preferential status to veterans who qualify for public housing assistance.

“To fight so hard for the country you love only to come home and find that you no longer have a place in it is simply beyond the pale,” said Mukherji (D-Hudson), who served as a sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve following the 9/11 attacks.  “If this legislation helps keep a roof over the head of even one vet, then it’s well worth doing.”

“We do not ignore the sacrifices that our fighting men and women make on the front lines for our freedoms,” said Tucker (D-Essex). “We should not find ourselves ignoring them when they return home. Our returning veterans deserve affordable housing, and hopefully this will go a long way toward addressing that fact.”

“No one who served in this nation’s military should be without a home,” said Zwicker (D-Hunterdon/Mercer/Middlesex/Somerset). “By making public housing more accessible to veterans in New Jersey, our state can act on its obligation to end homelessness among veterans.”

“When veterans who have fallen on hard times are trying to get back on their feet, simply having a place to call home can be a major source of stability,” said Lampitt (D-Camden/Burlington). “This legislation can help get veterans in New Jersey off the streets and on the road to permanent housing.”

“Particularly for veterans who may be dealing with joblessness, disabilities, post-traumatic stress and other challenges, finding safe, affordable housing can be a struggle,” said McKnight (D-Hudson). “This law is about showing reverence for their service and making an effort to ensure one of their most basic needs is met.”

“Too many service members return to civilian life to find they have no home and feel like there’s nowhere to turn,” said Downey (D-Monmouth). “With this legislation, New Jersey is answering the call of those who didn’t hesitate when our nation called on them.”

Under the law, public housing is considered to be any housing project in the state financed by the Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency, public housing authorities, redevelopment agencies and the DCA, when it is acting as a public housing authority.

The measure received unanimous approval from both houses of the legislature.

Legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats Andrew Zwicker, Jamel Holley, Elizabeth Muoio, Tim Eustace, Arthur Barclay, Angela McKnight and Raj Mukherji that would allow more young New Jersey residents to participate in elections recently received approval from both houses of the legislature. It now awaits the governor's consideration.

The bill (A-3591), the "New Voter Empowerment Act," would allow 17-year-olds to vote in a primary election provided they will turn 18 on or before the next succeeding general election. 

"Young people in New Jersey are eager to raise their voices and make a difference," said Zwicker (D-Hunterdon/Mercer/Middlesex/Somerset). "More than 23,000 of them will have a birthday after the primary but before the general election. Under this legislation, they would be able to vote in both elections. It's an important step forward to fully empower thousands of new voters every year."

The Delaware River and Raritan River basins have a long history of flooding during storms.  The most notable of these flood events in recent history occurred during Hurricane Sandy, and it caused millions of dollars in damage.  In my District, Manville Borough was very severely impacted, and there are still homeowners there trying to figure out how to move forward.  It is clear, however, that this problem is too big for one municipality to solve.  I was glad to sponsor this bill because I believe the regional task force will create accountability and leadership to get this done.  

          (SKILLMAN) – Assemblyman Andrew Zwicker announced two dates on which constituents who are unable to visit his District Office may seek in-person assistance from his legislative staff.

          The off-site office hours will give constituents the opportunity to receive support in matters related to state agencies, voice their opinions on state issues and familiarize themselves with services available through Zwicker’s office.

“Our goal is to make ourselves accessible to constituents, no matter where they live in the district,” said Zwicker (D-Hunterdon/Mercer/Middlesex/Somerset). “I encourage residents to bring their questions and concerns to these mobile office hours.”

Hillsborough Office Hours

Wednesday, July 13, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Hillsborough Public Library

379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844

Montgomery Office Hours

Thursday, July 21, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Mary Jacobs Memorial Library

64 Washington Street, Rocky Hill, NJ 08553

For questions about the Mobile Office Hours, or for any other concerns, please contact Zwicker’s District Office by calling 609-454-3147 or by emailing AsmZwicker@njleg.org.

"Many New Jersey residents employ the use of guide and service dogs to help them with daily tasks which increases their independence," said Zwicker (D- Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex and Somerset). "The only way to ensure service and guide animals are accepted in all places with their owners is to make it law."