Rep. Chris Smith (NJ-04), co-chair of the Congressional Heart and Stroke Coalition, provided the following remarks on the floor February 1st, 2016: Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize American Heart Month and to acknowledge the tireless advocacy of the staff and volunteers of the American Heart Association, and the organizations in my home state of New Jersey and across the country. They work this month, and year round, in the effort to raise awareness of heart disease, stroke, and other card... Read more

This week, U.S. Representative Chris Smith (R-NJ) joined with Rep. Dan Lipinski (D-IL) in introducing House Resolution 592, to raise awareness of and express support for the contributions of Catholic schools, both in New Jersey and nationally. The bipartisan legislation also expresses support for the upcoming 2016 National Catholic Schools Week; applauds the National Catholic Educational Association and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops on their selection of a theme that all can c... Read more

By MaryAnn Spoto, Star Ledger Staff Writer — For decades, the American Littoral Society has sought to restore natural habitat along coastal Monmouth County. And also for decades, residents in Spring Lake and other nearby coastal communities have been struggling with flooding from the nearby lakes. So when Hurricane Sandy wreaked its havoc on the Jersey Shore in 2012 , environmentalists and local officials used it as an opportunity to address both problems at Wreck Pond in Spring Lake. Now in the... Read more

U.S. Rep. Chris Smith (NJ-04) addressed the marchers at the 43rd annual March for Life January 22, 2016 at the National Mall in Washington, D.C.: Today the pro-life movement is stronger than ever and making serious, significant and sustained progress. At the state level the gains have been historic—282 pro-life laws have been enacted since 2010 including laws to stop dismemberment abortions, require a 72-hour waiting period, and informed consent. In the last year alone 9 powerful, pro-life measu... Read more

In anticipation of Winter Storm Jonas, the National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Watch for Central New Jersey, as well as High Wind and Coastal Flood Watches. This storm brings a potential for severe weather conditions, including heavy snowfall, strong winds, coastal flooding, and extremely poor visibility. Below are several resources that will help residents prepare and stay up-to-date on the storm’s latest developments: National Weather Service Forecast Office New Jersey Office of Eme... Read more

By Rep. Chris Smith (NJ-04) Since 1973, at least 58 million children have been killed by abortion — a staggering loss of children’s precious lives, a death toll that equates to the entire population of England. There is growing recognition that post-abortion women are co-victims, often suffering emotional pain in silence, in need of healing and unconditional love. Many of these women today are silent no more and have become courageous, outspoken defenders of life. Click here to read the op-ed on... Read more

U.S. Rep. Chris Smith (NJ-04), who has worked for years securing federal support through multiple initiatives aimed at mitigating the flood and pollution problems associated with Wreck Pond, today joined N.J. Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Bob Martin and other State, county and local officials to mark the ground breaking of the next phase of the Wreck Pond restoration project. “Today’s Wreck Pond Phase 2 Restoration groundbreaking is cause for celebration and hope,” sa... Read more

Congressman Chris Smith (NJ-04) welcomed today's release of American hostages jailed illegally by Iran—including Pastor Saeed Abedini, Jason Rezaian, Amir Hekmati, Nosratollah Khosravi-Roodsari—calling it "gratifying for the families who had waited far too long for this day.” Smith asserted, however, that the victims should have been released years ago, before the Administration sat down with the terror-sponsoring Iranian regime. Instead, by linking their release to $140 billion sanctions relief... Read more

“Religious freedom is a precious gift from the Founders that has shaped America’s history and can shape the global future, but only if this fundamental freedom is protected and advanced in every country and for every person," said Cong. Chris Smith (NJ-04), Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Human Rights. "Too many people are jailed, suffer, or die for their faith every year. In large parts of the world, this fundamental freedom is constantly and brutally under siege. We should c... Read more

By ASBURY PARK PRESS STAFF WRITER KALA KACHMAR - Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey's second-largest employer, could be the first to house KC-46s, the newest aerial refueling tankers that will be rolled out in 2018. The U.S. Air Force announced the 11 bases that are in the running to receive the aircraft, which were developed by the Boeing Company after being awarded a contract in 2011. The 52-foot tall KC-46 Pegasus, which is 165 feet long and has a 157-foot wingspan, will eventually ... Read more