Today we honor the courage and sacrifice of all who have served our country in uniform. Thank you to our veterans and their families for all you’ve given to keep our country safe.

Happy Election Day!! Don’t forget to head to the polls before 8:00 PM today.

Always a blast visiting with the Rutgers Democrats to talk state politics, upcoming elections, and the most pressing issues affecting young people in New Jersey. Thanks for a great conversation and for staying engaged!

Tomorrow, thousands in LD-16 and 800,000 statewide are at risk of losing the SNAP benefits that keep their families fed. It's on us to stand up for our neighbors. Donate to a local food pantry in Central Jersey and support those in need: yougivegoods.com/campaign-lan...

An @apnews.com investigation found a national push by anti-science conspiracy theorists and RFK Jr. to weaken protections on vaccines, fluoride, and milk safety. NJ is standing up for real science that protects families from dangerous pseudoscience 🧵

Leaders across New Jersey are working to solve the greatest issues in our state, from the soaring cost of housing to unequal opportunity in our education system. I was glad to join those leaders at Crossroads NJ to discuss our progress and the path forward.

Wishing a happy Diwali to all who celebrate! Hoping this new year brings peace and light to you and your loved ones.

Thanks to the Freedom to Read Act, even Assemblywoman Fantasia can challenge a book in her own community through a fair, transparent process involving parents, teachers, and experts. You decide what your kids read, but you don't decide for anyone else. That’s the law in New Jersey

Trump bragging about “terminating” the Gateway Tunnel Project, along with thousands of NJ jobs and major economic opportunities. Jack knows the hurt this will bring to NJ, but he's been silent. @mikiesherrill.bsky.social is speaking up, and as our next Governor, she will fight back.

With the skyrocketing cost of everything from groceries to housing, the last thing we needed this summer were higher utility bills. I joined @njwfp.bsky.social, @njlcv.bsky.social, Sierra Club NJ, and ISLES to call on PJM to stop sidelining the clean, affordable energy we need to lower our bills.

Flamer By Mike Curato Number of 2024 challenges: 27

Me and Earl and the Dying Girl By Jesse Andrews Number of 2024 challenges: 30

Honored to join Senator Polistina in being named an ACCSES NJ Legislative Champion! Advocating to make NJ workplaces more inclusive for our IDD community isn’t just good policy; it’s a moral responsibility. Thank you to all the advocates working to build a more equitable state!

Looking for Alaska By John Green Number of 2024 challenges: 30

The Perks of Being a Wallflower By Stephen Chbosky Number of 2024 challenges: 35

The Bluest Eye By Toni Morrison Number of 2024 challenges: 35

Gender Queer By Maia Kobabe Number of 2024 challenges: 38

All Boys Aren’t Blue By George M. Johnson Number of 2024 challenges: 39

Today marks the start of #BannedBooksWeek, an annual celebration of the freedom to read and the fight against book censorship. This week, we’ll be elevating banned books that challenge ignorance, spark empathy, and remind us why the right to read is worth defending.

Congratulations to the Bayard Rustin Center on unveiling the Queer History Archive! This digital collection honors the legendary life and career of activist Bayard Rustin. In the midst of efforts to erase our history, their work to uplift Rustin’s legacy can inspire and guide us all.

Happy to join Assemblymembers Freiman and Drulis in congratulating Hillsborough's Norz Hill Farm on receiving the Jersey Fresh Farm to School Farmer Recognition award! By providing fresh produce to local schools, they’re helping build healthy habits across Central Jersey.

Walmart’s move to drop synthetic dyes and additives is a big step towards healthier food for all, but we can go further. My bill S3016 would ban several of these and other additives from NJ's stores and schools. Let's make NJ a leader in bringing healthy food to every home.

Wishing an easy fast and meaningful day of reflection for all observing Yom Kippur this evening.

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The South Brunswick Public Library is undergoing major renovations to add new meeting rooms, group study spaces, more parking, and a 128-seat theater! I enjoyed checking in on their progress to create these brand new community spaces for everyone to enjoy.

With energy costs climbing, we’re committed to being open about the root causes of our energy crisis and making sure community voices shape our solutions. Thank you to Hillsborough residents who joined us to discuss rising rates and the steps we’re taking to bring costs down.

Congratulations to Raritan Valley Community College on opening up their brand new Workforce Training Center! By training students in advanced manufacturing, clean energy, and life sciences, RVCC is making a huge investment in the people of Central Jersey and our state's economy.

Statement on the Trump Administration doxxing @mikiesherrill.bsky.social:

The New Jersey Big Data Alliance is bringing together experts across academia, industry, and government to make our state a leader in data-driven economic growth. I was glad to join their meeting to discuss key issues like artificial intelligence and data center energy usage.

NJ PBS is a crucial source of information for New Jerseyans to stay updated on our work in Trenton and local news across the state. We can't afford to lose them. I'm joining Senator Burzichelli in calling for a full analysis of how we can preserve PBS.

Happy to join the South Brunswick Economic Development Committee’s fundraiser to support our local EMS heroes in South Brunswick, Kendall Park, and Monmouth Junction. Thank you to all of those who are giving back to the volunteers answering the call to protect our communities.

Shanah Tovah to all who celebrate! 🍎🍯 Wishing you a sweet, healthy, and peaceful New Year filled with joy and hope for the future.

Just like when I debated Jack Ciattarelli, the vision he showed tonight falls dangerously short of what New Jersey needs. Our choice is clear. @mikiesherrill.bsky.social has the leadership and determination to deliver a safer, more affordable, and more resilient future for our state.

We haven't seen the science because there is no science. RFK Jr. has relied on pseudo-science and conspiracy theories from discredited anti-vaxxers to guide HHS policy. These decisions are politically-driven, scientifically dishonest, and downright deadly.

This week is Jersey Fresh Farm to School Week 🍅✏️ Thanks to federal funding cuts, NJ's Farm to School program is in jeopardy. Our students deserve fresh food, which is why I introduced S1637 to restore funding and put local farm produce back on school lunch menus.

Today is National Voter Registration Day! 🗳️ Register to vote at voter.svrs.nj.gov/register and don’t forget to cast your ballot on or before November 4th!!

Congratulations to Atelier’d on cutting the ribbon for their new store in Clinton! Small businesses like this contribute so much to our communities, creating jobs and bringing vibrancy to Main Streets across the 16th District. Wishing them all the best!

My statement on regarding Princeton graduate student Elizabeth Tsurkov’s release from captivity in Iraq:

I toured the Rutgers Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Natural Resources to see cutting-edge biodiversity research in action. Professors Winfree and Lockwood are working to protect ecosystems around the world. Proud to support their work advancing science and conservation.

Today, we remember the victims, heroes, and survivors of the tragic events of September 11th, 2001. Our hearts are with the families who lost loved ones, and with all Americans mourning on this day.

While few issues achieve bipartisan support today, there's one thing that voters across the political spectrum agree on: taking harmful additives out of our food. It's time that New Jersey join states like CA and WV to make our food safer and healthier.

Wishing all New Jersey students, teachers, and families a happy Back to School Week! As classrooms fill with energy and excitement, let’s celebrate the start of a new year of learning, growth, and opportunity. Here’s to a safe, successful, and inspiring school year ahead! 🍎✨

New Jersey's utility rate crisis requires a bold leader willing to step in and fight for families, not the corporations or utilities crushing us with rate hikes. @mikiesherrill.bsky.social is the only candidate in this race with the will to stand up and stop rising energy costs.

Any Health Secretary who refuses to accept the science on vaccines, instead putting trust in pseudo-science and debunked conspiracies, is an imminent threat to the safety of millions of Americans. I agree with @sanders.senate.gov. RFK Jr. must resign.

Happy Labor Day! Today we celebrate working people everywhere and reaffirm our support for organized labor in the fight for fair wages, safe workplaces, and dignity on the job.

Intern Spotlight 🔦

Congratulations to Patrick Heller on being sworn in as a Judge of the New Jersey Superior Court. Judge Heller’s dedication to the law and years of service to our state reflect the best of our democratic values. I look forward to his continued contributions on the bench.

Today, we honor Women’s Equality Day, which commemorates the certification of the 19th Amendment granting women's suffrage. It’s a moment to reflect on the progress made, recognize the barriers still ahead, and celebrate the strength and resilience of women everywhere.

Grateful to hear from NJCTS youth advocates about their impactful work and inspiring personal journeys, and how funding we secured in the FY26 state budget will support them! NJCTS is creating a brighter future for young people with Tourette’s. We’re proud to have them in NJ!!

Congratulations to Ashley for taking home this year's Senator's Trophy at the 2025 Hunterdon County 4-H Fair!! It was an honor to present this award and celebrate 25 years of the Hunterdon 4-H & Agricultural Fair alongside the community members who make this event possible.