Josh Gottheimer

STATEMENT: Gottheimer Commends Governor Sherrill, AG Davenport for Decisive Action Against Violent Protests at Delaney Hall WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, June 3, 2026, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) released the following statement: “I want to commend Governor Sherrill and Attorney General…

STATEMENT: Gottheimer Statement on White House AI Executive Order WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, June 2, 2026, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), Co-Chair of the House Commission on AI, and Ranking Member of the National Security Agency Cyber Subcommittee on the House Permanent Select Committee on…

JOINT STATEMENT: DEMOCRATS SECURE RELEASE OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT FROM DELANEY HALL FACILITY Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Rep. LaMonica McIver, and Reps. Rob Menendez and Josh Gottheimer released the following statement: Yesterday, after months of advocacy, an 18-year-old high school…

PHOTO RELEASE: Gottheimer Visits the Metropolitan Cathedral of St. John The Theologian “Taste of Greece” Festival in Tenafly Above: Gottheimer at The Metropolitan Cathedral of St. John The Theologian with volunteers and members of the community. TENAFLY, NJ — U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5)…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Leads Intelligence Committee Trip to the UAE and Asia with Clear Message: End Iran’s Threats, Strengthen American Alliances Congressman Gottheimer meets with the Deputy Ruler of Abu Dhabi and National Security Advisor Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan in the UAE. WASHINGTON, D.C. —…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Visits Delaney Hall ICE Detention Center Above: Congressman Gottheimer Visits Delaney Hall ICE Detention Center with Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (NY-8), and New Jersey Representatives Rob Menendez, Jr. (NJ-8) and LaMonica McIver (NJ-10). NEWARK, NJ — Today, May 31, 2026,…

PHOTO RELEASE: Gottheimer Tours Cutting-Edge Fusion Research Facilities at Princeton Plasma Physics Lab Above: Gottheimer tours Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory. PRINCETON, NJ — Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) visited the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) to tour several of the lab s…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Leads Resolution Designating May as Lyme Disease Awareness Month WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) led a bipartisan resolution with Representatives Chris Smith (NJ-4), Lloyd Doggett (TX-37), Ryan Mackenzie (PA-7), and Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1),…

RELEASE: “Josh on the Job” — Gottheimer Visits Carson’s Cookie Dough in Fair Lawn, Highlights Inclusive Employment and Support for Local Small Businesses Above: Gottheimer working behind the counter with staff. FAIR LAWN, NJ — Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) visited Carson’s Cookie Dough in Fair…

PHOTO RELEASE: Gottheimer Joins Grand Reopening of Zadie’s Bake Shop in Fair Lawn Above: Gottheimer joins the Steinberg family at the grand reopening of Zadie’s Bake Shop. FAIR LAWN, NJ — Today, May 26, 2026, Congressman Josh Gottheimer joined community members, local leaders, and the Steinberg…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Honors the Fallen at Memorial Day Ceremony in Alpine ALPINE, NJ — U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) commemorated Memorial Day with the Alpine community, paying tribute to the service members who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our great country. “Memorial Day is…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Introduces Bipartisan “Stop the Doxx Act” to Protect Law Enforcement Officers and Their Families WASHINGTON, DC — Today, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), Co-Chair of the bipartisan Law Enforcement Caucus, officially introduced the bipartisan Stop the Doxx Act,…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Praises Anthropic for Taking Action After Addressing His Concerns WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), Co-Chair of the House Democratic Commission on AI and the Innovation Economy, applauded Anthropic for taking action to address concerns raised about Project…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Announces New Bipartisan Legislation to Ban AI Surveillance Pricing at Grocery Stores & Delivery Services Above: Gottheimer announces No Rigged Grocery Prices Act. FORT LEE, NJ — Today, May 18, 2026, at Cafasso s Fairway Market in Fort Lee, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Honors North Jersey Scouts Who Achieved the Rank of Eagle Scout and Girl Scout Gold Award Above: Gottheimer honors Fifth District Scouts. PARAMUS, NJ — This weekend, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) held the annual Fifth District Scout Honor Ceremony to celebrate the…

RELEASE: Gottheimer to Administration: Brief Congress on Iran — Statement Following House Vote on His War Powers Resolution WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, May 14, 2026, the House voted on Josh Gottheimer’s resolution to enforce Congress’s constitutional responsibility to declare war, raise and support…

REMEMBERING OUR FALLEN OFFICERS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 82 (Thursday, May 14, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3517-H3521] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

DIRECTING THE PRESIDENT, PURSUANT TO SECTION 5(C) OF THE WAR POWERS RESOLUTION, TO REMOVE THE UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES FROM HOSTILITIES AGAINST THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 81 (Wednesday, May 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 81 (Wednesday,…

RELEASE: During National Police Week, Gottheimer Announces Bipartisan “Stop the Doxx Act” to Protect Law Enforcement Officers and their Families Announces Bipartisan PAL Act Highlights Critical Importance of Investing in Law Enforcement Above: Gottheimer announces new bipartisan federal legislation…

HONORING NATIONAL POLICE WEEK Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3376-H3377] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING…

ICYMI: Gottheimer Op-Ed in the New York Times on Democrats’ Double Standard on Antisemitism On May 10, 2026, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer published the following Op-Ed in the New York Times: Opinion I’m a Democrat. My Party Has a Double Standard on Antisemitism. Find the full text of the piece…

RELEASE: AI Commission Co-Chairs Lieu, Foushee, Gottheimer Travel to California’s Bay Area on Fact-Finding Mission Commission Travels to Gain Policy Insights and Meet with Experts Above: Rep. Gottheimer with Reps. Lieu and Foushee at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab. WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Co-Chairs…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Announces “Feed Our Kids Act” to Fight Farm Bill Cuts to School Meals for Hungry Jersey Children SNAP Cuts Will Hurt Jersey Families, Farms, Cost Taxpayers Millions Farm Bill Must Be Fixed – “It’s Rotten At Its Core” HILLSDALE, N.J. — Today, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer…

RELEASE: “Josh on the Job” — Gottheimer Visits Local Buffalo Wild Wings to Meet with Small Business Owners, Employees, and Customers Above: Gottheimer working in the kitchen with staff. FAIR LAWN, NJ — Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) visited Buffalo Wild Wings GO in Fair Lawn to meet with local…

STATEMENT: Gottheimer Statement on Court’s Extremist Attack on Women’s Health Care Access WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, May 2, 2026, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) released the following statement: “The Fifth Circuit s reckless decision to block the mailing of mifepristone, a safe,…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Fights to Protect School Meals, Feed Jersey Kids, and Support Local Farmers WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, April 30, 2026, Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) pushed to ensure North Jersey communities, farmers, and families — especially children who rely on school meals — aren’t left…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Urges NJ Leaders to Protect Families from World Cup Tax Hikes WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) today sent a letter to Governor Mikie Sherrill, New Jersey Senate President Nicholas Scutari, Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin, and NJ TRANSIT President CEO…

RELEASE: Reps. Gottheimer and Lawler Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Condemning Antisemitic Rhetoric from Prominent Online Personalities Washington, D.C. — Today, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) and Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) introduced a bipartisan resolution condemning the rise of…

STATEMENT: Gottheimer Statement on Passage of FISA 702 WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, April 29, 2026, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) released the following statement: “As a member of Congress and of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, I took a solemn oath to protect Americans…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Hosts Sarcoidosis Roundtable with Patients, Advocates, and Medical Experts Above: Gottheimer hosts Sarcoidosis roundtable with leading doctors, researchers, advocates, local electeds, patients, and families. CLOSTER, NJ — Today, April 24, 2026, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer…

RELEASE: Ahead of World Cup, Gottheimer Announces “Jersey Pride Tax Credit” to Encourage Sale of Products that Promote Jersey Above: Gottheimer announces tax credit to support Jersey tourism. NEWARK, NJ — Today, at Newark Liberty International Airport, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5)…

PHOTO RELEASE: Gottheimer Hosts Congressional Art Competition Showcase, Celebrates North Jersey Students Above: Gottheimer at the 2026 Congressional Art Competition Showcase. HACKENSACK, NJ — Today, April 25, 2026, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) hosted a showcase of student submissions to…

RELEASE: Gottheimer, Stefanik, Suozzi Urge TikTok to Strengthen Age Verification Protections for Minors WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, April 22, 2026, Representatives Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), Elise Stefanik (NY-21), and Tom Suozzi (NY-3) sent a bipartisan letter to TikTok CEO Adam Presser urging the…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Announces Bipartisan “Marcus’s Law” to Require Cardiac Screenings for Student Athletes Above: Gottheimer announces new legislation to protect student athletes from cardiac arrest. WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, NJ — Today, April 20, 2026, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), a member…

PHOTO RELEASE: Gottheimer Visits Six Flags Great Adventure with Family Above: Gottheimer and family at Six Flags Great Adventure. JACKSON, NJ — Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) visited Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson with his family, highlighting the importance of supporting New Jersey’s…

RELEASE: Ahead of Tax Day, Gottheimer Announces New Legislation to Eliminate SALT Marriage Penalty — and Cut Taxes for Jersey Families Above: Gottheimer announces new legislation to expand SALT deduction. FORT LEE, NJ — Today, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) announced new legislation to…

PHOTO RELEASE: Gottheimer Speaks to Demarest Middle School on Service, Leadership, and Bipartisanship Above: Gottheimer greets students at Demarest Middle School. DEMAREST, NJ — Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) visited Demarest Middle School to speak with students about the importance of…

PHOTO RELEASE: Gottheimer Visits Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative in Hackensack, Highlights Affordable Access to Health Care for Families Above: Congressman Gottheimer Tours Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative (BVMI). HACKENSACK, NJ — Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) visited the Bergen…

PHOTO RELEASE: Gottheimer Visits Tenafly Middle School, Encourages Civic Engagement and Leadership Above: Congressman Gottheimer speaks to Tenafly Middle School TENAFLY, NJ — Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) visited Tenafly Middle School, where he spoke with students about the importance of…

RELEASE: During Animal Cruelty Prevention Month, Gottheimer Announces New Legislation to Protect Pets From Abandonment and Abuse Above: Gottheimer announces the “Protect Our Pets Act” with his dog Rosie. WESTWOOD, NJ — Today, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) announced new bipartisan federal…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Announces Bipartisan “Parents Decide Act” to Protect Kids Online Above: Gottheimer announces new legislation to protect kids online. RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Today, April 2, 2026, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) announced the Parents Decide Act, bipartisan, commonsense…

ICYMI: Gottheimer, Kean Introduce Bipartisan Resolution to Raise Awareness for Rare Genetic Disorder, Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) and Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-7) announced new bipartisan legislation to designate November 7 of each…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Hosts Telephone Town Hall to Discuss Iran, Affordability, Energy, and Utility Costs Above: Gottheimer conducts a Telephone Town Hall with North Jersey residents. WASHINGTON, D.C. —U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) hosted a Telephone Town Hall with thousands of North Jersey…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Gives Remarks at Congressional Seder, Joins Bosnian Officials Above: Congressman Gottheimer addresses Congressional Seder. WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) joined colleagues, the Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Denis Bećirović, Bosnian…

PHOTO RELEASE: Gottheimer Tours Atlantic Health’s Newton Medical Center Above: Congressman Gottheimer Tours Newton Medical Center NEWTON, NJ — U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) toured Atlantic Health System’s Newton Medical Center and met with hospital leadership to discuss improving access…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Meets with Wyckoff Girl Scout Troop to Discuss Government and Civic Engagement WYCKOFF, NJ – U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) joined the Wyckoff Girl Troop 99007 at Washington Elementary School to discuss the importance of government and how it works. During the visit,…

STATEMENT: Gottheimer Statement on White House AI Framework WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, March 20, 2026, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) released the following statement: “Today, the White House released its AI framework which broadly blocks state AI laws and lacks key consumer protections…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Questions Intelligence Leaders at Worldwide Threats Hearing WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), a member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI), participated in the Committee’s Hearing on the 2026 Annual Worldwide Threats…

RELEASE: Gottheimer Brings Together Jersey Homeland Security Officials, Faith Leaders to Address Growing Threats Above: Gottheimer hosts meeting with the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness (NJOHSP) and faith leaders from across the state. Washington, D.C. — Today, March 17,…

RELEASE: In Bergenfield, Gottheimer Celebrates at St. Patrick’s Day Parade Breakfast Bergenfield, NJ – On Sunday, Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) joined the Council of Irish Associations of Greater Bergen County for their breakfast celebration before the 44th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The…