Press Releases

Rep. Watson Coleman Introduces the WIC Collaboration Study Act

Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) introduced the WIC Collaboration Study Act, legislation directing the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on interagency data sharing and collaboration between the state agencies that administer WIC (the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children), SNAP (the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), and Medicaid.  This study will evaluate how improved data sharing between these agencies cou…  Continue Reading

Rep. Watson Coleman, Beyer Introduce Legislation to Increase Safety of Interactions Between ICE Officers and the Public

Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) and Congressman Don Beyer (VA-08) announced the introduction of the ICE Visibility Act of 2025 would amend section 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act to require Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and all other Immigration officers, including those deputized, to wear visible and distinct uniforms at all times of action.   In recent months, the American people have seen several recordings and reports of masked and plainclothes ICE…  Continue Reading

Reps Watson Coleman and Delauro Reintroduce the Improving Diaper Affordability Act of 2025

Today, Congresswomen Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) and Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) announced the reintroduction of the bipartisan Improving Diaper Affordability Act of 2025 to make the purchase of diapers tax-free. “Diapers are essential, not a luxury, and families everywhere are struggling to afford them,” said Congresswoman Watson Coleman. “This legislation is a simple way to make sure that families aren’t stretching their stock and waiting to change a baby, which can lead to rashes and infections. …  Continue Reading