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Rep. Sherrill to Hold Town Hall on July 24

By Morris Leader Report | Jul 16, 2023

On Monday, July 24 at 5:30 PM, Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) will hold a town hall in Montclair.

To Protect the Freedoms of Servicewomen, Sherrill Votes No on Defense Budget Corrupted by Extreme GOP Amendments

By Morris Leader Report | Jul 15, 2023

“I cannot, in good conscience, vote for a bill that so severely harms our servicemembers.”

ICYMI: Congresswoman Sherrill Slams “Out of Step” House GOP for Partisan Amendments In Defense Bill

By Morris Leader Report | Jul 14, 2023

Sherrill: "To see these Members of Congress so out of step not just with the American public, but with our military, is really shocking."

Rep. Sherrill Combats Unjust Sentencing Disparities Between Crack and Powder Cocaine

By Morris Leader Report | Jul 12, 2023

Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) testified before the House Rules Committee yesterday to advocate for the bipartisan Eliminating a Quantifiably Unjust Application of the Law (EQUAL) Act. This bipartisan amendment to the FY2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) will eliminate the federal crack and powder cocaine sentencing disparity and allow judges to make adjustments for those convicted under the prior sentencing guidelines.

Sherrill Takes on Sen. Tuberville, Fights for Reproductive Freedom for Servicewomen and Military Families

By Morris Leader Report | Jul 11, 2023

Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) testified before the House Rules Committee to advocate for two amendments she submitted for the FY2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to protect servicewomen’s and their families’ access to abortion care and to hold Senator Tommy Tuberville accountable for blocking hundreds of military promotions.

Sherrill Statement on Gold Star Family Fraudster Indictment

By Morris Leader Report | Jul 10, 2023

Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) released the following statement after the United States Attorney for the District of New Jersey announced charges against Caz Craffy, a former U.S. Army financial counselor who defrauded Gold Star Families out of millions of dollars.

Sherrill Blasts Department of Transportation on Congestion Pricing Decision, Urges New Jersey to Sue

By Morris Leader Report | Jun 29, 2023

Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) is blasting the Department of Transportation’s decision to move forward with New York’s unfair congestion pricing plan, which will cost New Jersey commuters up to $23 each day to get into New York City for work.

Sherrill Unveils Bipartisan Bill to Combat Pandemic-Related Learning Loss

By Morris Leader Report | Jun 28, 2023

Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) is taking bipartisan action to address the significant learning loss caused by COVID-19-related disruptions to children’s education.

One Year Post-Roe, Rep Sherrill Continues Fighting for Women in New Jersey and Across the Country

By Morris Leader Report | Jun 27, 2023

Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) released the following statement on the one year anniversary of the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision which overturned the constitutional right to an abortion and has allowed for the dangerous and sweeping state laws that restrict the bodily autonomy and freedoms of women.

On 51st Anniversary of Title IX, Sherrill Fights for Accountability in the NCAA

By Morris Leader Report | Jun 26, 2023

Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) introduced a resolution on June 23, on the 51st anniversary of Title IX, that affirms that the National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) is subject to Title IX and must make every effort to prevent sex discrimination in its programs and activities.

Rep. Sherrill Secures Major Wins for Picatinny Arsenal and NJ Economy, Stands Up For Servicemembers and Their Families

By Morris Leader Report | Jun 22, 2023

Congresswoman Advances the Bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act for FY2024

Rep. Sherrill Announces 2023 NJ-11 Appointments to U.S. Service Academies

By Morris Leader Report | Jun 20, 2023

Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) is announcing the 27 students from New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District appointed to the U.S. Service Academies and Service Academy Preparatory Schools.

Sherrill: House GOP Voted to Make Mass Shootings Easier

By Morris Leader Report | Jun 19, 2023

Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) released the following statement after voting last night against the far-right’s bill to prioritize guns over public safety:

It’s Time to Federally Recognize Women Veterans Appreciation Day

By Morris Leader Report | Jun 13, 2023

On June 12,Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) joined fellow Navy veteran Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02), Air Force veterans Congresswomen Anna Paulina Luna (FL-13) and Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06), and Army veteran Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01) in introducing a resolution designating June 12 as Women Veterans Appreciation Day to recognize the service and sacrifices of women veterans and bring attention to the unique needs of women veterans.

To Protect A Critical Form of Care, Sherrill Moves to Make Telehealth Access Permanent

By Morris Leader Report | Jun 12, 2023

ongresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) is fighting to protect access to telehealth services alongside Rep. Diana Harshbarger (TN-01) and a bipartisan group of their colleagues with the reintroduction of the Expanded Telehealth Access Act.

Representative Sherrill to Hold Veteran Telephone Town Hall on Monday, June 12

By Morris Leader Report | Jun 8, 2023

On Monday, June 12 at 5:00 PM, Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) will hold a telephone town hall from Washington, DC

Sherrill: Crisis Averted and Veterans Care Protected

By Morris Leader Report | Jun 6, 2023

Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) released the following statement after voting to protect the country from an economic disaster threatened by GOP leadership:

Sherrill Blasts McCarthy for Harming National Security as Original NDAA Mark-up Day Arrives

By Morris Leader Report | May 28, 2023

Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11), member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after the date that HASC was originally scheduled to mark up the FY2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) arrives after Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s forced delay.

Rep. Sherrill Fights for Congressional Gold Medal Recognition of the Donut Dollies

By Morris Leader Report | May 27, 2023

Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) reintroduced on May 22 the bipartisan Donut Dollies Congressional Gold Medal Act to recognize the service of the 627 women who risked their lives to support troops on the frontlines of the Vietnam War.

Sherrill Slams GOP’s Attempts to Exploit the Police to Score Political Points

By Morris Leader Report | May 26, 2023

Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) released the following statement in response to May 18 Republican messaging resolution

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