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Governor, Mayors and Pundits:
Cory Booker on Environment
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Mayor of Newark; N.J. Senator; 2020 presidential contender (withdrawn):
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- I'm vegan, but I won't take away your hamburgers. (Sep 2019)
- Next-generation nuclear power is safe with little waste. (Sep 2019)
- Deforestation of Amazon started long before current fires. (Sep 2019)
- Get politics out of Federal aid for natural disasters. (Sep 2019)
- Support next-generation advanced nuclear reactors. (Apr 2019)
- Not a crusade, but addresses animal agriculture. (Apr 2019)
- Rated 100% on all animal welfare ratings. (Dec 2016)
- Vegetarian since 1992; vegan since 2014. (Feb 2016)
- Passaic River poisoned because it was cheaper for business. (Feb 2016)
- Dumping pollutants into rivers externalizes costs. (Feb 2016)
- Trees reduce erosion & increase property values. (Feb 2016)
- Green space; green housing; green jobs. (Nov 2013)
- 2003: Neighborhood development instead of new sports arena. (May 2012)
- Vegetarian because of environmental impact of eating meat. (Sep 2010)
- GreenSpaces: public-private partnership for city parks. (Apr 2010)
- Work with Urban Environmental Institute on solar technology. (Feb 2010)
- Save our environment while creating jobs and wealth. (Feb 2009)
- Require labeling genetically engineered food. (Jul 2014)
- Endorsed by LCV; supports conservation efforts. (Aug 2014)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Mar 2017)
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Barbara Buono on Environment
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Democratic Challenger:
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- Stop pollution waivers: they dirty our air and water. (Apr 2013)
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Chris Christie on Environment
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N.J. Governor; Republican Presidential candidate:
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- Develop Liberty State Park to generate more revenue. (Jan 2016)
- Ethanol in gasoline is the law; and that's just the minimum. (Mar 2015)
- Vetoes regulation of animal confinement for gestating sows. (Nov 2014)
- New Jersey is being short-changed on Hurricane Sandy relief. (Jan 2013)
- Canceled work on new Hudson River rail tunnel NYC to NJ. (Jun 2012)
- Rejected $9B transit project as "tunnel to Macy's basement". (Jun 2012)
- Jersey shore for tourism instead of offshore drilling. (Aug 2011)
- $157 million for Green Acres open-space acquisition. (Aug 2011)
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Jack Ciattarelli on Environment
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Republican Challenger:
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- Will be a green governor; safe, clean water imperative. (Apr 2020)
- Comply with law but balance interests. (Apr 2020)
- Rated 38% by the LCV, indicating a mixed record on environment. (Dec 2017)
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Kim Guadagno on Environment
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Republican candidate for Governor:
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Seth Kaper-Dale on Environment
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Green Party candidate for New Jersey Governor:
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- Energy construction should look to future, not past. (Aug 2017)
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Phil Murphy on Environment
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Democratic 2021 Gubernatorial contender:
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- Protect Jersey Shore from oil & Pinelands' open space. (Jun 2017)
- Commit to protecting shores with long-term enviro plan. (Aug 2016)
- Long-term planning via Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative. (Aug 2016)
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Joe Rullo on Environment
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Republican:
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Hirsh Singh on Environment
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Republican candidate for Governor:
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Doug Steinhardt on Environment
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Republican candidate for Governor 2022 (withdrew):
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John Wisniewski on Environment
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Democrat:
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- State cleanup of contaminated industrial sites. (Nov 2007)
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Senate:
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Jeff Bell on Environment
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Republican Senate challenger:
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- Supports human needs over animal rights. (Jul 2014)
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Cory Booker on Environment
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Mayor of Newark; N.J. Senator; 2020 presidential contender (withdrawn):
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- I'm vegan, but I won't take away your hamburgers. (Sep 2019)
- Next-generation nuclear power is safe with little waste. (Sep 2019)
- Deforestation of Amazon started long before current fires. (Sep 2019)
- Get politics out of Federal aid for natural disasters. (Sep 2019)
- Support next-generation advanced nuclear reactors. (Apr 2019)
- Not a crusade, but addresses animal agriculture. (Apr 2019)
- Rated 100% on all animal welfare ratings. (Dec 2016)
- Vegetarian since 1992; vegan since 2014. (Feb 2016)
- Passaic River poisoned because it was cheaper for business. (Feb 2016)
- Dumping pollutants into rivers externalizes costs. (Feb 2016)
- Trees reduce erosion & increase property values. (Feb 2016)
- Green space; green housing; green jobs. (Nov 2013)
- 2003: Neighborhood development instead of new sports arena. (May 2012)
- Vegetarian because of environmental impact of eating meat. (Sep 2010)
- GreenSpaces: public-private partnership for city parks. (Apr 2010)
- Work with Urban Environmental Institute on solar technology. (Feb 2010)
- Save our environment while creating jobs and wealth. (Feb 2009)
- Require labeling genetically engineered food. (Jul 2014)
- Endorsed by LCV; supports conservation efforts. (Aug 2014)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Mar 2017)
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Jeff Chiesa on Environment
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Republican Appointee:
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Rush Holt on Environment
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Democratic Representative (NJ-12):
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- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted YES on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles. (Apr 2001)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 100% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Promote conservation of rare felids & canids. (Mar 2007)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Member of House Natural Resources Committee. (Mar 2011)
- Prohibit invasive research on great apes. (Apr 2011)
- Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (Sep 2012)
- Establish an International Conservation Strategy. (Jun 2012)
- Rated 100% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Sponsored tightening restrictions on hydrogen sulfide emissions. (Mar 2013)
- Require labeling genetically engineered food. (May 2013)
- Extend to 2023 Superfund hazardous waste cleanup. (Jan 2014)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Bob Hugin on Environment
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Republican candidate for New Jersey U. S. Senator:
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- Protect our environment in a way that's fair to businesses. (Oct 2018)
- More work is needed for safe, clean environment. (May 2018)
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Steve Lonegan on Environment
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Republican Senate Challenger:
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- OpEd: wants to gut environmental regulations. (Oct 2013)
- Restrict Eminent Domain; repeal regulations for high-density. (Jan 2009)
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Rik Mehta on Environment
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Republican Senate Nominee:
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Stuart Meissner on Environment
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Republican Senate challenger:
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Robert Menendez on Environment
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Democratic Jr Senator; previously Representative (NJ-13):
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- Don't let the EPA get undermined. (Oct 2018)
- Supports the Polluter Pays Principle. (Sep 2006)
- Voted YES on protecting ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes ecosystems. (May 2013)
- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Aug 2009)
- Voted NO on prohibiting eminent domain for use as parks or grazing land. (Dec 2007)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 95% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Health impact assessments for environmental health. (Apr 2006)
- Grants for beach water pollution under Clean Water Act. (Apr 2008)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Rated 80% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Frank Pallone on Environment
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Democratic Representative (NJ-6):
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- Relax restrictions on over-fishing to help fishermen. (Jun 2009)
- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted YES on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles. (Apr 2001)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Reduce liability for hazardous waste cleanup. (May 2001)
- Rated 100% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Promote conservation of rare felids & canids. (Mar 2007)
- Grants for beach water pollution under Clean Water Act. (Apr 2008)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Sponsored allowing longer than 10 years to rebuild depleted fisheries. (Sep 2011)
- Member of House Natural Resources Committee. (Mar 2011)
- Rated 75% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Extend to 2023 Superfund hazardous waste cleanup. (Jan 2014)
- Rated Voted NO on requiring limited GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Rich Pezzullo on Environment
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Republican candidate for U. S. Senator (withdrew):
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Murray Sabrin on Environment
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Republican Senate challenger:
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- Stand up to the EPA about disastrous auto emissions test. (May 2002)
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Hirsh Singh on Environment
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Republican 2020 Senate Challenger:
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House:
Bonnie Watson Coleman on Environment
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Democratic House Member (District 12):
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- Protect open space and natural wildlife habitats. (Oct 2014)
- Fund clean up of contaminated industrial sites. (Nov 2005)
- Endorsed by LCV; supports conservation efforts. (Aug 2014)
- Require reporting lead in drinking water to the public. (Feb 2016)
- Rated Voted NO on requiring limited GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
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Rodney Frelinghuysen on Environment
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Republican Representative (NJ-11):
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- Voted NO on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted NO on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted YES on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Supports grants for brownfields remediation. (May 2002)
- Make EPA into a Cabinet department. (May 2002)
- Rated 55% by the LCV, indicating a mixed record on environment. (Dec 2003)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Rated 38% by HSLF, indicating a mixed voting record on animal welfare. (Jan 2012)
- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Loosen restrictions on predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
- Focus on results, not regulation. (Sep 1998)
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Scott Garrett on Environment
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Republican Representative (NJ-5):
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- Voted NO on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted NO on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted NO on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted NO on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted YES on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted YES on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Rated 10% by the LCV, indicating anti-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Rated 25% by HSLF, indicating an anti-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Josh Gottheimer on Environment
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Democrat (District 5):
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- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
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Andy Kim on Environment
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Democrat (District 3):
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- Stop gutting the EPA. (Nov 2018)
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Leonard Lance on Environment
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Republican (District 7):
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- OpEd: Supports environmental protection but rated 13% by LCV. (Feb 2018)
- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Rated 75% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Loosen restrictions on predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
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Frank LoBiondo on Environment
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Republican Representative (NJ-2):
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- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted NO on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Reduce liability for hazardous waste cleanup. (May 2001)
- Supports grants for brownfields remediation. (May 2002)
- Make EPA into a Cabinet department. (May 2002)
- Rated 85% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Endorsed by LCV; supports conservation efforts. (Aug 2010)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Allow longer than 10 years to rebuild depleted fisheries. (Sep 2011)
- Rated 75% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Tom MacArthur on Environment
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Republican House Member (District 3):
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- Federal funds for Sandy Recovery, not more flood insurance. (Nov 2014)
- Fund estuary preservation for water & recreation. (Nov 2014)
- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
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Tom Malinowski on Environment
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Democrat (District 7):
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Robert Menendez on Environment
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Democratic Jr Senator; previously Representative (NJ-13):
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- Don't let the EPA get undermined. (Oct 2018)
- Supports the Polluter Pays Principle. (Sep 2006)
- Voted YES on protecting ocean, coastal, and Great Lakes ecosystems. (May 2013)
- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Aug 2009)
- Voted NO on prohibiting eminent domain for use as parks or grazing land. (Dec 2007)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 95% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Health impact assessments for environmental health. (Apr 2006)
- Grants for beach water pollution under Clean Water Act. (Apr 2008)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Rated 80% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Donald Norcross on Environment
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Democratic House Member (District 1):
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- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
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Frank Pallone on Environment
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Democratic Representative (NJ-6):
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- Relax restrictions on over-fishing to help fishermen. (Jun 2009)
- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted YES on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles. (Apr 2001)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Reduce liability for hazardous waste cleanup. (May 2001)
- Rated 100% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Promote conservation of rare felids & canids. (Mar 2007)
- Grants for beach water pollution under Clean Water Act. (Apr 2008)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Sponsored allowing longer than 10 years to rebuild depleted fisheries. (Sep 2011)
- Member of House Natural Resources Committee. (Mar 2011)
- Rated 75% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Extend to 2023 Superfund hazardous waste cleanup. (Jan 2014)
- Rated Voted NO on requiring limited GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Bill Pascrell on Environment
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Democratic Representative (NJ-8):
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- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted YES on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles. (Apr 2001)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Reduce liability for hazardous waste cleanup. (May 2001)
- Rated 90% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Prohibit invasive research on great apes. (Apr 2011)
- Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (Aug 2012)
- Rated 100% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Extend to 2023 Superfund hazardous waste cleanup. (Jan 2014)
- Require reporting lead in drinking water to the public. (Feb 2016)
- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Donald Payne Jr. on Environment
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Democrat (District 10):
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- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
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Mikie Sherrill on Environment
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Democrat (District 11):
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- Construct a new rail tunnel to New York. (Apr 2020)
- Vote for moratorium on coastline oil/gas leasing. (Sep 2019)
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Albio Sires on Environment
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Democrat:
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- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Rated 88% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Christopher Smith on Environment
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Republican Representative (NJ-4):
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- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted NO on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Rated 85% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Grants for beach water pollution under Clean Water Act. (Apr 2008)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Prohibit invasive research on great apes. (Apr 2011)
- Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (Sep 2012)
- Build Keystone XL; it's now passed environmental concerns. (Feb 2013)
- Rated Voted NO on requiring limited GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Jeff Van Drew on Environment
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Democrat (District 2):
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Former candidates & officeholders:
Richard Codey on Environment
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Democratic NJ Governor:
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Jon Corzine on Environment
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Democratic Jr Senator (NJ):
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- Began work on new Hudson River rail tunnel NYC to NJ. (Jun 2012)
- Look for additional resources from NJ Turnpike. (Jun 2012)
- Supports Clean Water Act and a well-funded EPA. (Oct 2000)
- Voted YES on including oil & gas smokestacks in mercury regulations. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on confirming Gale Norton as Secretary of Interior. (Jan 2001)
- Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 84% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- EPA must do better on mercury clean-up. (Apr 2004)
- Sponsored bill for commission to examine Katrina response. (Sep 2005)
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Chris Daggett on Environment
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Independent Challenger (2009):
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- Strong environment and strong economy goes hand in hand. (Jul 2009)
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Steve Fulop on Environment
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Democratic 2017 Gubernatorial candidate:
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- Stall development of Liberty State Park until Christie gone. (Jan 2016)
- Take the fight to the polluters: they pay FULL cleanup cost. (Nov 2015)
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Ray Lesniak on Environment
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Democratic 2017 Gubernatorial candidate:
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- Ban baiting of deer and bear during hunting. (Dec 2015)
- Champion animal rights for both pets & wild animals. ()
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Christie Todd Whitman-Gov on Environment
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Former Democratic Governor (1994-2000):
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Rob Andrews on Environment
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Democratic Representative (NJ-1):
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- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted YES on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles. (Apr 2001)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 100% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Prohibit invasive research on great apes. (Apr 2011)
- Rated 100% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Educate humans about spaying, neutering, & adopting pets. (Feb 2013)
- Require labeling genetically engineered food. (Nov 2013)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
- Regulating 15 more contaminants under Clean Water Act. (Oct 1993)
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Rush Holt on Environment
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Democratic Representative (NJ-12):
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- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted YES on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles. (Apr 2001)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 100% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Promote conservation of rare felids & canids. (Mar 2007)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Member of House Natural Resources Committee. (Mar 2011)
- Prohibit invasive research on great apes. (Apr 2011)
- Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (Sep 2012)
- Establish an International Conservation Strategy. (Jun 2012)
- Rated 100% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Sponsored tightening restrictions on hydrogen sulfide emissions. (Mar 2013)
- Require labeling genetically engineered food. (May 2013)
- Extend to 2023 Superfund hazardous waste cleanup. (Jan 2014)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Jon Runyan on Environment
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Republican (retiring 2014) (District 3):
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- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Member of House Natural Resources Committee. (Mar 2011)
- Rated 50% by HSLF, indicating a mixed voting record on animal welfare. (Jan 2012)
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Donny DiFrancesco on Environment
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Former Republican Governor (2001):
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- $5M for purchasing open space. (Dec 2000)
- More state autonomy on brownfields & Superfund cleanups. (Aug 2001)
- Support State Revolving Loan Fund for flexible Clean Water. (Aug 2001)
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Thomas Kean on Environment
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Former Republican Governor (1982-1989):
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Jim McGreevey on Environment
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Former Democratic Governor (2002-2004):
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- Oversaw revitalization of waterfront and parks. (Jun 2001)
- Sponsored the NJ Pollution Prevention Act. (Jun 2001)
- More open space protection to combat sprawl. (Jun 2001)
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Bret Schundler on Environment
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Republican 2000 Candidate:
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- Protect green spaces. (Jun 2001)
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Bill Bradley on Environment
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2000 Democratic Primary Challenger for President:
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- Protecting environment is ultimate enlightened self-interest. (Aug 2000)
- 2-year effort in 1990 changed CA water allocations. (Jan 2000)
- Local stewardship works for NH’s White Mountains. (Jan 2000)
- Supports more pollution cleanup & pollution prevention. (Oct 1999)
- Let people experience something bigger than themselves. (Oct 1999)
- Improve air quality by getting old clunkers off the road. (Oct 1999)
- Fight pollution to preserve nature for our children. (May 1999)
- Controlling Mississippi River is arrogance, not technology. (Jan 1997)
- Voted YES on requiring EPA risk assessments. (May 1994)
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Douglas Forrester on Environment
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2002 Republican Challenger for Senate (NJ):
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Bob Torricelli on Environment
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Former Democratic Senator:
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- Voted NO on confirming Gale Norton as Secretary of Interior. (Jan 2001)
- Voted NO on more funding for forest roads and fish habitat. (Sep 1999)
- Voted NO on transportation demo projects. (Mar 1998)
- Voted YES on reducing funds for road-building in National Forests. (Sep 1997)
- Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles. (Apr 2001)
- Support UNCED Rio Declaration at 2002 conference. (Jul 2002)
- Fund studies of invasive species and algal blooms. (Mar 1998)
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John Adler on Environment
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Democrat (until 2010) (District 3):
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- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
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Rob Andrews on Environment
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Democratic Representative (NJ-1):
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- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted YES on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles. (Apr 2001)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 100% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Prohibit invasive research on great apes. (Apr 2011)
- Rated 100% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Educate humans about spaying, neutering, & adopting pets. (Feb 2013)
- Require labeling genetically engineered food. (Nov 2013)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
- Regulating 15 more contaminants under Clean Water Act. (Oct 1993)
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Richard Codey on Environment
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Democratic NJ Governor:
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Jon Corzine on Environment
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Democratic Jr Senator (NJ):
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- Began work on new Hudson River rail tunnel NYC to NJ. (Jun 2012)
- Look for additional resources from NJ Turnpike. (Jun 2012)
- Supports Clean Water Act and a well-funded EPA. (Oct 2000)
- Voted YES on including oil & gas smokestacks in mercury regulations. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on confirming Gale Norton as Secretary of Interior. (Jan 2001)
- Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 84% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- EPA must do better on mercury clean-up. (Apr 2004)
- Sponsored bill for commission to examine Katrina response. (Sep 2005)
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Anne Evans Estabrook on Environment
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Republican Senate Challenger:
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Mike Ferguson on Environment
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Republican Representative (NJ-7):
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- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted NO on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles. (Apr 2001)
- Reduce liability for hazardous waste cleanup. (May 2001)
- Rated 30% by the LCV, indicating anti-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Robert Franks on Environment
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Republican (District 7):
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Thomas Kean Jr. on Environment
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Republican challenger:
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- Supports the Polluter Pays Principle. (Oct 2006)
- Supported Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act. (Sep 2006)
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Frank Lautenberg on Environment
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Democratic Sr Senator (NJ):
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- Bush’s offshore drilling plan is dangerous for New Jersey. (Aug 2008)
- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Aug 2009)
- Voted NO on prohibiting eminent domain for use as parks or grazing land. (Dec 2007)
- Voted YES on including oil & gas smokestacks in mercury regulations. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on more funding for forest roads and fish habitat. (Sep 1999)
- Voted NO on transportation demo projects. (Mar 1998)
- Voted YES on reducing funds for road-building in National Forests. (Sep 1997)
- Voted YES on continuing desert protection in California. (Oct 1994)
- Voted YES on requiring EPA risk assessments. (May 1994)
- Rated 89% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- EPA must do better on mercury clean-up. (Apr 2004)
- Sponsored bill for commission to examine Katrina response. (Sep 2005)
- Grants for beach water pollution under Clean Water Act. (Apr 2008)
- Rated 80% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
- Fund studies of invasive species and algal blooms. (Mar 1998)
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Ian Linker on Environment
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Former Republican Primary Challenger (2012):
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Bill Pascrell on Environment
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Democratic Representative (NJ-8):
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- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted YES on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles. (Apr 2001)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Reduce liability for hazardous waste cleanup. (May 2001)
- Rated 90% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Prohibit invasive research on great apes. (Apr 2011)
- Prohibits breeding or possessing Big Cat species. (Aug 2012)
- Rated 100% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Extend to 2023 Superfund hazardous waste cleanup. (Jan 2014)
- Require reporting lead in drinking water to the public. (Feb 2016)
- Voted YES to require GMO labeling. (Jun 2016)
- Rated Keep restrictive rules for predator control in Alaska. (Feb 2017)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Donald Payne on Environment
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Democratic Representative (NJ-10):
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- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles. (Apr 2001)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 90% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Promote conservation of rare felids & canids. (Mar 2007)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Add polar bear & bluefin tuna to endangered species list. (May 2010)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Rated 88% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Require labeling genetically engineered food. (Jun 2013)
- Require reporting lead in drinking water to the public. (Feb 2016)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Donald Payne on Environment
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Democratic Representative (NJ-10):
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- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles. (Apr 2001)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 90% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Promote conservation of rare felids & canids. (Mar 2007)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Add polar bear & bluefin tuna to endangered species list. (May 2010)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Rated 88% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Require labeling genetically engineered food. (Jun 2013)
- Require reporting lead in drinking water to the public. (Feb 2016)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Joe Pennacchio on Environment
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Republican challenger:
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Marge Roukema on Environment
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Republican (District 5):
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- Reduce liability for hazardous waste cleanup. (May 2001)
- Supports grants for brownfields remediation. (May 2002)
- Make EPA into a Cabinet department. (May 2002)
- Focus on results, not regulation. (Sep 1998)
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Jim Saxton on Environment
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Republican Representative (NJ-3):
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- Voted NO on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted NO on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Supports grants for brownfields remediation. (May 2002)
- Make EPA into a Cabinet department. (May 2002)
- Rated 75% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Promote conservation of rare felids & canids. (Mar 2007)
- Grants for beach water pollution under Clean Water Act. (Apr 2008)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Gwen Diakos on Environment
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Independent Challenger:
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Thomas Kean Jr. on Environment
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Republican challenger:
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- Supports the Polluter Pays Principle. (Oct 2006)
- Supported Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act. (Sep 2006)
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Joe Kyrillos on Environment
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Republican Challenger:
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- Tough clean water laws; protect New Jersey's shoreline. (Sep 2012)
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Rik Mehta on Environment
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Republican (District 7):
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Steven Rothman on Environment
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Democratic Representative (NJ-9):
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- Voted YES on $2 billion more for Cash for Clunkers program. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on protecting free-roaming horses and burros. (Jul 2009)
- Voted YES on environmental education grants for outdoor experiences. (Sep 2008)
- Voted YES on $9.7B for Amtrak improvements and operation thru 2013. (Jun 2008)
- Voted YES on increasing AMTRAK funding by adding $214M to $900M. (Jun 2006)
- Voted YES on barring website promoting Yucca Mountain nuclear waste dump. (May 2006)
- Voted NO on deauthorizing "critical habitat" for endangered species. (Sep 2005)
- Voted NO on speeding up approval of forest thinning projects. (Nov 2003)
- Remove PCBs from Hudson River by dredging 200 miles. (Apr 2001)
- Prohibits commercial logging on Federal public lands. (Apr 2001)
- Rated 95% by the LCV, indicating pro-environment votes. (Dec 2003)
- Promote conservation of rare felids & canids. (Mar 2007)
- Grants for beach water pollution under Clean Water Act. (Apr 2008)
- Make tax deduction permanent for conservation easements. (Mar 2009)
- Add polar bear & bluefin tuna to endangered species list. (May 2010)
- Regulate all dog breeders down to kennels of 50 dogs. (Feb 2011)
- Prohibit invasive research on great apes. (Apr 2011)
- Establish an International Conservation Strategy. (Sep 2012)
- Rated 88% by HSLF, indicating a pro-animal welfare voting record. (Jan 2012)
- Strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. (Jan 2007)
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Dick Zimmer on Environment
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Republican Senate challenger:
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