NJ FMBA Endorses Mikie Sherrill for Reelection – Insider NJ

NJ FMBA Endorses Mikie Sherrill for Reelection

West Caldwell, NJ — The New Jersey Firefighters Mutual Benevolent Affiliation (NJ FMBA) introduced immediately their endorsement of Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill for reelection in NJ-11.

“From day one, New Jersey’s profession firefighters, EMTs, and dispatchers have been in a position to depend on Mikie to take heed to their considerations and combat for them right here in NJ and down in Washington. Mikie again and again has delivered for the members of the NJ FMBA, from completely funding the September eleventh Sufferer Compensation Fund to securing direct state and native funding to guard our first responders and ensure they’ve the assets they should do their jobs. Having a frontrunner like Mikie signify us in Congress is crucial. That’s why we’re proud to as soon as once more endorse her for the eleventh District of New Jersey,” mentioned Eddie Donnelly, President of the NJ FMBA. 

“I can let you know with confidence that New Jersey has the most effective first responders within the nation. Their bravery and stage of professionalism are unmatched, and I’ve seen it repeatedly throughout my 4 years representing NJ-11, and particularly working intently with them all through the pandemic. That’s why I work so arduous for them in Congress. We’re all deeply grateful for his or her sacrifices and efforts all through the pandemic to maintain our communities secure,” mentioned Rep. Mikie Sherrill. “I’m proud to have the endorsement of the NJ FMBA and I stay dedicated to bringing again our tax {dollars} to assist New Jersey first responders.”

The NJ FMBA was first established in 1897 by six native members. At present, there are 107 native chapters all through New Jersey and an lively membership of over 5,000 first responders.

Congresswoman Sherrill has advocated for first responders all through her tenure in workplace. She fought for and succeeded in passing a everlasting reauthorization of the September eleventh Sufferer Compensation Fund, to make sure first responders, survivors, and their households obtain the assist they want and deserve. She helped safe FEMA Help to Firefighter Grants for a number of cities in NJ-11. She voted to extend funding for the Firefighter Most cancers Registry. Rep. Sherrill can also be a number one fighter for the repeal of the cap on the state and native tax (SALT) deduction to carry further tax aid for center class households, first responders, and lecturers.

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