steve sweeney
For Governor of New Jersey
ABOUT steve sweeney
Steve Sweeney, a dedicated public servant and labor leader, has devoted his career to advocating for New Jersey's working families and vulnerable communities. Born in Camden and raised in Pennsauken, Steve's journey began as a union ironworker, where he learned the value of hard work and solidarity. His personal life took a pivotal turn when his daughter, Lauren, was born prematurely with Down syndrome. This experience deepened his commitment to public service, inspiring him to champion the rights of individuals with disabilities and their families. Steve's political career commenced with his election to the Gloucester County Board of Chosen Freeholders in 1997, where he served until 2010. In 2002, he was elected to the New Jersey State Senate, representing the 3rd Legislative District, a position he held until 2021. During his tenure, Steve was elected Senate President in 2009, becoming the longest-serving Senate President in New Jersey's history. Steve's leadership is characterized by his practical approach to governance, focusing on fiscal responsibility while advancing progressive policies. His deep-rooted commitment to New Jersey's communities continues to drive his efforts to create a more equitable and prosperous state for all.
Steve Sweeney, a dedicated public servant and labor leader, has devoted his career to advocating for New Jersey's working families and vulnerable communities. Born in Camden and raised in Pennsauken, Steve's journey began as a union ironworker, where he learned the value of hard work and solidarity.
His personal life took a pivotal turn when his daughter, Lauren, was born prematurely with Down syndrome. This experience deepened his commitment to public service, inspiring him to champion the rights of individuals with disabilities and their families.
Steve's political career commenced with his election to the Gloucester County Board of Chosen Freeholders in 1997, where he served until 2010. In 2002, he was elected to the New Jersey State Senate, representing the 3rd Legislative District, a position he held until 2021. During his tenure, Steve was elected Senate President in 2009, becoming the longest-serving Senate President in New Jersey's history.
Steve's leadership is characterized by his practical approach to governance, focusing on fiscal responsibility while advancing progressive policies. His deep-rooted commitment to New Jersey's communities continues to drive his efforts to create a more equitable and prosperous state for all.
ON ISSUES
Supporting Working People and Raising the Minimum Wage
Improving Healthcare
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Advanced the Health Care Transparency Act: To help patients understand what to expect from healthcare professionals.
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Supported Mental Health Legislation: Ensuring the delivery of mental health services by requiring commitments from providers in state contracts.
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Advocates for Lower Costs and Increased Availability: Aiming to reduce costs and enhance the availability of high-quality healthcare in New Jersey.
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Advanced Legislation to Protect Unemployment Funds: Ensuring access to funds for those facing unemployment, injury, or family emergencies.
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Sponsored Legislation to Raise the Minimum Wage: Helping New Jerseyans make ends meet by increasing wages.
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Focuses on Protecting Workers’ Rights: Committed to supporting the hard-working men and women of New Jersey
Helping New Jerseyans Raise a Family
Defending Women’s Reproductive Freedom
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Supports a Constitutional Amendment: To protect a woman’s reproductive freedom in New Jersey.
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Prime Sponsor of the Freedom of Reproductive Choice Act: Guaranteeing all New Jerseyans the right to make their own decisions about birth control, abortion, and prenatal care.
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Stands Firm Against Challenges to Reproductive Rights: Committed to upholding these rights as governor.
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Authored New Jersey’s Paid Family Leave Program: To ensure parents have the resources they need to take time with their children.
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Sponsored Laws to Protect Children: Strengthening law enforcement’s ability to protect children from sex offenders.
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Lifelong Commitment to Supporting Families: Aiming to help families make ends meet, improve schools, and keep children safe in every community.
making new jersey affordable
Supporting Senior Care and Retirement
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Fought to reform the Pension System: protected the pensions of hundreds of thousands of public employees and saved taxpayers $120 billion over 30 years.
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Authored Paid Family Leave Program: Allowing individuals to spend more time caring for their older parents.
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Advocates for High-Quality, Affordable Senior Care: Ensuring seniors have the opportunity to thrive.
Protecting the LGBTQ+ Community
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Sponsored Legislation to Enshrine Marriage Equality: To prevent any backtracking by the Supreme Court on marriage rights.
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Prioritized Ending Discriminatory Practices: Focused on ending the ineffective and discriminatory criminalization of HIV.
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Committed to Being a Voice for the LGBTQ+ Community: Ensuring representation and protection of rights.
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Crafted the Two-Percent Cap Law: To help hold down property taxes, addressing some of the highest property taxes in the nation.
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Sponsored the School Funding Reform Act: To assist in keeping property taxes low.
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Focused on a Fair Tax System: Aiming to create a tax system and economy that benefits New Jersey families and retirees, not just large corporations.
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