Press Releases
Watson Coleman Statement Attack at Iraqi Airport Against High-Level Iranian Military Officials
Washington, DC (January 3, 2020) — Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) issued the following statement following news that President Donald Trump had ordered an airstrike at an airport in Baghdad, killing Iran’s top security and intelligence commander: “This is a direct antagonization and dangerous escalation that risks the United States entering a conflict unauthorized by Congress. The unending lies told by this president, covered up by further lies and obfuscations from his administration, … Continue Reading
December 17, 2019
Congresswoman Watson Coleman Releases CBC Youth Suicide Taskforce Report
Washington, DC (December 17, 2019) — Following months of listening events and meetings in Washington, DC and across multiple Congressional districts, The Congressional Black Caucus’s Emergency Taskforce on Black Youth Suicide and Mental Health today released a report, “Ring the Alarm: the Crisis of Black Youth Suicide in America.” outlining the state of Black youth mental health and detailed policy recommendations for consideration by Congress. Chaired by Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman, … Continue Reading
December 12, 2019
Rep. Watson Coleman Votes to Pass the Lower Drug Costs Now Act
Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman voted to pass H.R. 3, the Elijah E. Cummings Lower Drug Costs Now Act. This legislation is a first step to strengthen the health and financial security of America’s seniors and families by finally stopping Americans from having to pay more for their medicines than what corporations charge for the same drugs in other countries. “Americans pay more for their prescription drugs than any other developed nation. H.R. 3 is an incredible first … Continue Reading
November 26, 2019
Watson Coleman Statement on the Death of Mercer County Board of Elections Chairwoman Joanne Palmucci
Washington, D.C. (November 26, 2019) — Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) issued the following statement on the death of Joanne Palmucci, Chairwoman for the Mercer County Board of Elections. “Joanne Palmucci was a well-respected and widely-loved public servant who devoted herself fully to every role in which she served. Her love for democratic values - not just the success of the Democratic party - were tangible. The mark that she made in Mercer, and her hometown of Hamilton, are a testament … Continue Reading
November 21, 2019
100+ Democrats Demand Stephen Miller’s Immediate Firing
November 21, 2019 (Washington, D.C.) - U.S. Representatives Don Beyer (D-VA), Barbara Lee (D-CA), Ilhan Omar (D-MN), Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ), Bill Pascrell Jr. (D-NJ), Norma J. Torres (D-CA), Bill Foster (D-IL), and Chellie Pingree (D-ME) today led a group of 107 Members of Congress in demanding that the White House fire Senior Advisor to the President Stephen Miller. Their letter quoted from emails Miller wrote, which were recently published by the Southern Poverty Law Center. They … Continue Reading
November 21, 2019
Watson Coleman Leads Letter Demanding Answers from Airbnb on Misleading Hosts and Listings
Washington, D.C. (November 21, 2019) — Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ), along with Reps. Barbara Lee (D-CA), Robin Kelly (D-IL), G.K. Butterfield (D-NC), Emanuel Cleaver II (D-MO), and Yvette D. Clarke (D-NY) today demanded Airbnb explain its plans to deal with deceptive limited liability corporations disguising themselves as “hosts” on the platform to market short-term rentals out of compliance with local laws and the company’s own policies. The letter, addressed to CEO Brian Chesky, also … Continue Reading
October 29, 2019
Kuster, Watson Coleman, Malinowski, Quigley, Huffman Introduce Legislation to Protect Conservation Land from Pipeline Development
Washington, DC (October 29, 2019) - Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02), Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12), Congressman Tom Malinowski (NJ-07), Congressman Mike Quigley (IL-05), and Congressman Jared Huffman (CA-02) introduced the Protecting Our Conserved Lands Act. This legislation will prevent the use of eminent domain to seize conservation land protected by local governments and nonprofits, like land trusts, for the purpose of constructing natural gas pipelines. “Growing up … Continue Reading
October 17, 2019
Watson Coleman Statement on the Passing of Chairman Elijah E. Cummings
Washington, D.C. (October 17, 2019) — Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) released the following statement today after news that Congressman Elijah E. Cummings, Chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, died after complications from longstanding health challenges. “There are few leaders, in this Congress or in the world, with the strength and integrity to consistently stand on their values and lead with the interests of others as their primary focus. That kind of … Continue Reading
October 09, 2019
Representatives Malinowski and Watson Coleman Demand Suspension of PennEast Pipeline Construction
(Ewing, NJ) Today, Representatives Tom Malinowski (NJ-7) and Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) sent a letter to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) requesting it immediately issue a stop work order for all of PennEast’s land-clearing and construction-related activities. This request is in response to the decision made by the U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals on September 10, 2019, which barred the PennEast Pipeline Company, LLC from utilizing eminent domain authority to seize land … Continue Reading
September 24, 2019
Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman Introduces Resolution Recognizing September as "National Suicide Prevention Month"
Washington, D.C. (September 24, 2019) – Today, Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) introduced a resolution supporting the designation of September as National Suicide Prevention Month. Since 2008, suicide has been a leading cause of death among young people aged 10 to 34, second only to accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are over 1.3 million suicide attempts each year resulting in over 47,000 … Continue Reading
September 20, 2019
Watson Coleman Leads Introduction of Resolution Recognizing Contributions of REACH Program
Washington, D.C. (September 20, 2019) — Today, Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) joined with Tri-Caucus Chairs Karen Bass (D-Ca), Joaquin Castro (D-Tx) and Judy Chu (D-Ca), along with Reps. Tom Cole (R-Ok), Barbara Lee (D-Ca), Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-Ca) and Robin Kelly (D-IL) to introduce H.Res. 570, a resolution commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health, or REACH, program. “Racial and … Continue Reading
September 19, 2019
Rep. Watson Coleman Announces Grant to Rebuild Trenton’s Donnelly Homes
Washington, D.C. (September 19, 2019) - Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman, a member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development, announced that the City of Trenton had received a Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grant will fund the creation of a transformation plan for Donnelly Homes, the largest public housing development in Trenton, and the … Continue Reading
August 23, 2019
Rep. Watson Coleman Helps Secure $925K Grant from Department of Housing and Urban Development for Lead Removal
Washington, D.C. (August 23, 2019) — Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman, a member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development, announced that the City of Trenton had received critical Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) grants to identify and reduce lead-based pain hazards in thousands of older public housing units. The Trenton Housing Authority was awarded $925,000 dollars to support its effort to remove lead paint from its … Continue Reading
July 25, 2019
Watson Coleman on Justice Department’s Decision to Resume Executions
Washington, DC (July 25, 2019) - Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) made the following statement in response to reports of the Justice Department’s decision to resume executions of federal prisoners after a 16-year hiatus. “The Justice Department’s decision to resume execution of federal inmates is either a continuation of the President’s campaign of chaos and distraction from his ongoing legal troubles or the result of a philosophy rooted in cruelty and division. Whatever the … Continue Reading
July 19, 2019
Watson Coleman Statement on the Passing of Former Staffer Joe Delaney
Washington, D.C. (July 19, 2019) — Today, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) released the following statement on the death of Joseph Delaney, who previously served as a constituent services representative in her Ewing office. “Few people are willing to devote themselves to the service and aid of others, without seeking praise or self-promotion. That’s exactly what Joe did, as a member of my own team and on others. He built meaningful connections everywhere he went, and brought a light … Continue Reading
July 17, 2019
Schiff, Watson Coleman Introduce PrEP Access and Coverage Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Reps. Adam Schiff (D-CA) and Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) introduced the PrEP Access and Coverage Act to expand access to and insurance coverage of Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP), the proven HIV prevention drug. The bill would create a grant program to fund uninsured patients’ access to this critical medication, and would cover services related to treatment. Senator Kamala Harris (D-CA) introduced the … Continue Reading
July 17, 2019
Rep. Watson Coleman Votes to Pass Raise the Wage Act, Increasing Pay for Up to 33 Million American Workers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman voted to pass the Raise the Wage Act, landmark legislation to gradually increase the federal minimum wage to $15 over six years. According to independent economic analysis, the bill would increase pay for up to 33 million American workers. The Raise the Wage Act is an important step toward delivering on House Democrats’ promise to restore the value of work and raise wages for American workers. “Earlier this year, Governor … Continue Reading
July 15, 2019
Watson Coleman Announces 2019 Congressional App Challenge Launch
Washington, DC (July 15, 2019) - Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman is excited to announce that her office will be participating in the Congressional App Challenge, an app competition for students in middle and high schools across the country. Students who reside or attend school within New Jersey’s 12th district are eligible to compete. “The Congressional App Challenge is a great opportunity for students to showcase their creative abilities within the world of STEM education,” said Watson … Continue Reading
July 12, 2019
Congresswomen Take Steps to Prevent Automotive Insurance Discrimination with the PAID Act
Washington, D.C. (July 11, 2019) - Today, Representatives Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) and Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) introduced a bill to ensure insurance companies use only driving records in determining car insurance rates and eligibility. The Prohibit Auto Insurance Discrimination Act, or PAID Act, would end the use of income, education levels, and other factors unrelated to driving history and ability, preventing insurance companies from using these details to raise rates for low income … Continue Reading
July 10, 2019
Watson Coleman Introduces Resolution to Acknowledge Disparities in Mental Health Care
Washington, D.C. (July 10, 2019) — Today, Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) introduced a resolution calling for more research by the Department of Health and Human Services and the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities into racial disparities in diagnosing and treating mental health among youth. H.Res. 480 is intended to raise awareness for and address deficiencies in access to mental health care for young people of color, acknowledging lower rates of treatment … Continue Reading