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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Saddened to learn about the passing of Former Senate President Pro Tempore Sandra Cunningham, a fierce advocate for the people of Hudson County and the State of New Jersey. May she rest in peace.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Thrilled to take part in the ribbon cutting today for South Amboy’s new Ferry Terminal. Area residents now have a more convenient way to get to Lower and Midtown Manhattan!

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

My statement on the resignation of Dale Caldwell.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Athletes, coaches, and officials are people first, and none of them should have to face threats because somebody’s bet didn’t hit. Glad to be getting to work on this legislation with Senator Sarlo to protect the games and people we all know and love.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Anyone that knows me knows I love sports. Typically, basketball or football, or even on the little league field as a coach. I understand the excitement that comes with having something riding on the game, but losing a bet should never be an excuse to threaten someone.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

My statement following the Supreme Court’s decision to allow vote by mail ballots.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

In our state, we remember not only the enormity of the tragedy, but the strength we discovered in one another. That is how we ensure September 11th is never forgotten. That is how we preserve the unity that carried us then, and that must carry us still.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Here in New Jersey we lost more than 700 souls, but as the terrible uncertainty and silence soon fell over us as we attempted to comprehend what we were witnessing, it was there that we turned inward and opened our hearts.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

This year, we mark a quarter of a century since that tragic Tuesday morning, now 25 years ago. Long enough for children born after that day to grow up and start families of their own. Long enough for a whole generation of Americans to know September 11th not as a memory but as history.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

That's why I'm proud to see my bill, A3883, signed into law today, because it will help connect residents with qualifying opportunities so that more than 2 million New Jerseyans can continue to rely on these programs.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

You shouldn't lose your healthcare because you missed a form and you shouldn't have your SNAP benefits taken away because you didn't know what counts as volunteer work under H.R. 1.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Last year I was proud to launch a new website to connect residents with local pantries and services to alleviate the burden of food insecurity. Learn more here: EndingHungerNJ.com!

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Today, on Food Bank Day, I’m reminded of our extraordinary efforts to rein in food insecurity in the state. Together, we’ve made truly tremendous strides but none of that would have been possible without the help of so many every day heroes working or volunteering to keep their neighbors fed.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Last year I was proud to launch a new website to connect residents with local pantries and services to alleviate the burden of food insecurity. Learn more here: EndingHungerNJ.com!

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

I want to urge everyone to think of your neighbors and consider supporting the local efforts doing truly remarkable work to keep people fed and our communities thriving.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

September is Hunger Action Month, and during my time as Speaker, we’ve made the fight against food insecurity one of New Jersey’s defining priorities. I’m proud to say that in the that time we’ve passed more than 40 bills into law to make sure our residents have nutritious meals available to them.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

This is more than restoring an iconic landmark. It’s preserving a piece of New Jersey’s history and helping the Convention Hall complex reclaim its role as a destination for arts, culture, tourism, and economic activity along the Shore.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Asbury Park’s renaissance has been remarkable, and this project represents another major step forward. Congratulations to my colleagues Assemblywomen Donlon and Peterpaul, our partners at the NJEDA, and the local leaders whose work and commitment helped pave the way for this next chapter.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

When I crafted the CAFE program with the EDA, this is exactly the type of project we envisioned—reviving a culturally significant community anchor that will spur economic activity for decades to come.

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Shuttered Jersey Shore landmark gets a $75 million boost for its revival

The historic venue has been closed since 2021 and is set for a full structural and architectural restoration.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

As others make cruel attempts to walk back or challenge the kinds of care that every patient deserves, we in New Jersey, continue to stand up for the freedom and dignity that allows people to make the decisions that are right for them.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Through our work in the Legislature we have made it abundantly clear that in New Jersey health care decisions belong to patients and their families and I commend each of the sponsors for their hard work and thoughtful leadership in getting this bill across the finish line.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

With great property tax relief comes great responsibility!🦸 Like filing your PAS-1 form by November 2nd... But don't worry! The form is SUPER easy, and there are heroes stepping up in communities across New Jersey to guide you through the process!

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

The Assembly was proud to designate today in his honor so that he may be forever remembered and deeply missed by his home state and by all who loved him.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

It comes from those who choose not to lose sight of their responsibility to the people around them, people like Officer Sicknick who stood firm when our democracy needed defending.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Today we remember the life of Officer Brian Sicknick, whose dedication to service and country reminds us that the comfort we appreciate was no accident.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

From our shores to our skylines, and the history and people who make them what they are, there's no place quite like the Garden State! Happy National New Jersey Day everyone!

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Happy Parents Day! Turns out the best gift this year isn’t something you wrap - it’s a little extra breathing room in the household budget thanks to the new expanded Child Tax Credit for eligible families!

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

The PAS-1 is simple, the programs are sustainable, and that means retirement in New Jersey is within reach! You have until November 2 to apply. Don't wait!

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Plus, it gives me a great chance to stop by and meet some of the people receiving programs like Stay NJ, which we worked to make sure is there for those who need it, including people who are still years away from retirement.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Nothing beats the walk into a PAS-1 filing event! Thanks to so many dedicated staff and workers, people are getting the relief they deserve without the headache and the confusion.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Just heard that New Jersey's RetireReady program has already helped 30,000 people save more than $25 million towards their retirement. Earlier this year we expanded the program so that more people can invest in their futures, even if you work at a small business!

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

The PAS-1 is simple, the programs are sustainable, and that means retirement in New Jersey is within reach. You have until November 2 to apply. Don't wait!

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Great to be back home in Woodbridge for a PAS-1 filing event! We funded Stay NJ in this year's budget because we know the difference it makes in being able to stay in your home, near the people you love.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

On Monday, I was proud to lace up my bowling shoes for another unforgettable night—and I’m proud to say that thanks to all of YOU we knocked down more than just pins, raising nearly $250,000 for food pantries across the 19th Legislative District.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

My statement on MVC Voter Registration Errors: www.assemblydems.com/m/newsflash/...

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

That means every strike and every spare is going to help put food on the table of a person that needs it, and we all get to be a part of something special right here in the beautiful 19th Legislative District!

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

It's that time of year again! Bowl for Hunger, my annual fundraiser to support the local food pantries in my district is just 2 days away!

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Click the link in my bio to read my full Substack on the New Jersey Family Leave Act to learn more about this remarkable law, A3451, going into effect today!

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Simply put, if you worked for a smaller employer or hadn’t been on the job long enough, the law simply didn’t protect you—but that’s not the case anymore!

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

They worried that taking time off to care for a newborn or a loved one in crisis would cost them their job, and for many, that fear was justified.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

In my time as Speaker, and before, I’ve traveled our state meeting with workers, labor leaders, advocates, and, of course, families, often hearing the same concerns.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Now, thanks to bill A3451, more employees than ever before qualify for this life changing program, and I couldn’t be prouder of our work to make that happen.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Job-protected family leave is officially in effect starting today! For years, our focus has been on making sure workers can take time away from the job to care for a sick parent or child without the fear that their job may not be there when they get back.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Importantly, my bill would give towns and cities the options to expand housing in ways that work for them, and it makes sure the resources are there to help make that growth easier.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

In 2024, we enacted landmark legislation to spur the construction of thousands of new homes. We're building on that progress with A3877 receiving final legislative approval in June.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

New Jersey is a great place to live and our population is growing! But when more people are competing for fewer homes, housing costs rise. That means we need to increase the supply to help restore balance and improve affordability.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

In the Legislature, we know that the housing shortage has been years in the making, and that’s why we haven’t stopped finding ways to build more homes and lower costs for everyone.

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

I was proud to champion the Family Leave protections we enacted in 2019, and proud to be a sponsor on this bill, which became law earlier this year. If you're an employer or employee in NJ, now's the time to understand how these changes affect you! nj.gov/labor/myleav...

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Speaker Craig J. Coughlin @speakercoughlin.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

I’ve been fighting for working families throughout my time as Speaker, which is why I’m thrilled that starting on Friday, NJ will expand job-protected family leave to nearly 400,000 additional workers—including many newer and part-time employees who were previously locked out of these protections.

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