Hudson Today

Rep. Rob Menendez, currently serving in the U.S. Congress representing New Jersey’s 8th District, shared a series of updates on December 3, 2024, regarding various initiatives and funding efforts aimed at supporting education, environmental justice, and community safety within his district.

On December 3, 2024, Rep. Menendez highlighted his visit to Hudson County Schools of Technology (HCST), where he observed the impact of their post-secondary programs in skilled trades. He emphasized the importance of such initiatives by stating "Every path to success deserves support. Last night at @hcstonline, I saw how their post-secondary programs in skilled trades create life-changing opportunities for our residents. I’ll continue to support programs like these that strengthen our community here in the 8th District."

Later that day, Menendez announced a significant environmental initiative supported by federal funding. He expressed pride in securing a grant for local environmental efforts with the message "Environmental justice is crucial for building a healthier, more sustainable future. I’m proud to announce a $1M EPA grant for Hudson County’s Clean Hudson initiative, supporting neighborhood clean-ups, creating green jobs, and supporting organizations like @HackensackRiver."

In another update on December 3rd, Menendez discussed advancements in public safety through infrastructure improvements funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. He noted the allocation of funds to enhance road safety under local leadership with his statement "Building safer communities starts with safer streets. Thanks to $260K from @USDOT, @HudCoTweet can make critical strides under Hudson County Executive Craig Guy’s leadership toward eliminating roadway deaths."