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At a recent news conference hosted by Rep. Chris Smith (R-Manchester), a panel of experts from a wide-range of backgrounds raised the alarm on mounting concerns regarding the World Health Organization’s (WHO) “pandemic treaty.” Smith's press conference highlighted a slew of significant issues surrounding the proposed treaty—including lack of transparency, the backroom negotiations, WHO overreach and infringement on US sovereignty, unknown financial obligations for US taxpayers, threats to intellectual property rights and free speech, funding for abortion, and how it will benefit China at the expense of the United States.
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Smith secures funding for Ocean County wastewater treatment Ocean County to receive $1.5 million in federal funds to rehabilitate key wastewater treatment systems in Berkeley March 15, 2024 Ocean County is slated to receive $1,500,000 in federal funding championed by Rep. Chris Smith (R-Manchester) to rehabilitate key mechanical, electrical and structural systems at the Central Water Pollution Control Facilities (CWPCF) plant in Berkeley Township to help mitigate potential safety and environmental concerns. The funds were personally secured by Smith through his congressional earmarks that were signed into law on Saturday as part of a negotiated budget. Commissioned in 1978, the CW... More
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Smith secures funds for Seaside Heights boardwalk improvements Seaside Heights to receive $1.6 million for new boardwalk facilities aimed at boosting local businesses March 15, 2024 Seaside Heights Borough is slated to receive $1,600,000 in federal funding secured by Rep. Chris Smith (R-Manchester) for new boardwalk facilities aimed at boosting local businesses and accommodating the town’s growing economic development. The federal funds will go toward redeveloping the Sandy-demolished Hiering Avenue Bath House with amenities that are essential for beachgoers, including public restrooms, showers, lockers, changing rooms, a viewing deck that is accessible to disabled persons... More
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Patch news article:'Funds Will Extend Railroad Ave., Add To Rail Trail In Lacey' March 15, 2024
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News article:'$1.1M In Federal Funds Coming To Manchester For Police' March 15, 2024 The Manchester Township Police Department is set to receive an infusion of $1.1 million to bolster its staffing and replace its aging police vehicles. The $1,148,000 in federal funding was part of federal spending bills passed recently by Congress and signed into law by President Joe Biden to keep the federal government operating, Rep. Chris Smith announced. "This federal support will enable the Manchester Police Department to continue delivering critical emergency and law enforcement services ... More
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Smith secures $6 million for Lacey roadway Railroad Ave extension in Lacey will help alleviate traffic congestion along Route 9 and provide greater mobility for residents March 14, 2024 Lacey Township is slated to receive $6,000,000 in federal funding secured by Rep. Chris Smith (R-Manchester) for a major extension to Railroad Avenue that will help alleviate traffic congestion along Route 9 and provide greater mobility for residents traveling throughout the town and the surrounding area. “During peak travel time, the Route 9 corridor in Lacey Township develops heavily, leaving no alternative paths to travel to other parts of the town or its neighboring communities,” said Rep. ... More
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