NW Bergen News

Josh Gottheimer, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing New Jersey's 5th District, has been actively communicating his legislative efforts and community engagement through social media. On January 31, 2025, Gottheimer addressed various topics ranging from economic concerns to technological achievements within his district.

On the morning of January 31st, Josh Gottheimer highlighted the financial burdens faced by families in New Jersey. He stated that "Every day, I hear the same thing from Jersey families: costs are TOO high." He further mentioned his legislative proposal, the Lower Grocery Prices Act, as part of his Affordability Agenda aimed at alleviating everyday expenses by implementing a national plan to tackle rising prices.

Later that day, at approximately 18:57 UTC, Gottheimer celebrated local talent in his district. He announced on social media that "NJ-5 has the most talented minds in the nation." He expressed pride in Rachel Kim for winning the Congressional App Challenge with her innovative app Particulate Prognostics, designed to predict air pollution levels and protect individuals with respiratory conditions.

In another tweet on January 31st at 20:17 UTC, Gottheimer reaffirmed his commitment to addressing challenges within aviation safety. He tweeted about supporting crucial agencies such as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), stating that "I’ve always fought to fully fund crucial agencies like @FAANews and address the growing air traffic controller shortage." His focus is on ensuring these agencies have adequate resources for maintaining safety standards.