Budget
As leaders, we must ensure that our nation’s finances are balanced and that federal spending is sensible. Our government is most effective when it has a budget in place that minds the deficit and eliminates sequestration, but also funds critical programs. We need to address the national debt by cutting wasteful spending, boosting tax revenue and investing in programs that promote growth and create jobs.
As a Member of the Budget Committee, I am working with my colleagues to achieve a responsible budget that properly funds national defense, provides more resources to heal our veterans and puts people back to work as we rebuild and strengthen our infrastructure.
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Washington, DC- Congressman Donald Norcross (NJ-01) today released the following statement in response to Congress passing another continuing resolution to fund the federal government:
"Following the most divisive election in American history, I am now more determined than ever to stand up for New Jersey's families and move our country forward together," said Rep. Donald Norcross (NJ-01). "I will continue to fight for good jobs, affordable quality education, and the security of our nation and our neighborhoods. I intend to be a leading voice for higher wages and equal pay for equal work.
Washington, DC-Rep. Donald Norcross (NJ-01) continues his fight for pay equity, with an amendment to the Fiscal Year 2017 federal budget that would enact the Paycheck Fairness Act.
Norcross, a member of the U.S. House Budget Committee, demanded passage of the Act and offered an amendment that would help the U.S. Department of Labor identify instances of pay discrimination. Norcross’ amendment would also help women who are victims of pay discrimination get a fair hearing in court.
Washington, DC - Rep. Donald Norcross (NJ-01) today voted for the bipartisan omnibus appropriations bill that keeps the Federal government open, protects critical programs at South Jersey’s Joint Base, delays the so-called ‘Cadillac tax’ on health care plans for working families, and funds health care programs for heroic 9/11 First Responders.
Washington, DC - Rep. Donald Norcross (NJ-01) today voted for tax breaks for families, students, workers, and businesses that will provide predictability and affordability for hard working Americans and help grow our economy.
Among the tax credits in today’s bipartisan legislative package are the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), Child Tax Credit (CTC), and American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC) that directly benefit working families and students.
Washington, DC-Rep. Donald Norcross (NJ-01) today voted to pass a long-term transportation bill, the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation (FAST) Act. The bipartisan legislation now awaits President Obama’s signature.
Washington, DC- Rep. Donald Norcross (NJ-01) today voted in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which won approval with broad bipartisan support in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Washington, DC- Rep. Donald Norcross (NJ-01) today voted in favor of a long-term transportation bill, which passed in the U.S. House of Representatives by a wide margin.
The DRIVE Act makes critical investments in the nation’s highway and transit systems over six years.
Washington, DC- Rep. Donald Norcross (NJ-01) today voted for passage of the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015.
“This budget deal is welcome news for working Americans and a victory for the moderate voices in Congress who want to get results. The agreement ensures that we won’t soon see another government shutdown or default as some extremists had hoped, so we can instead focus on helping families get ahead in America,” said Rep. Norcross.
Washington, DC - Congressman Donald Norcross (NJ-01) joined colleagues from the House of Representatives in Washington, DC today to champion the “Make It In America” campaign.
The multi-pronged jobs initiative, spearheaded by House Minority Whip Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05), explores investments in America’s “workforce of the future” through education and training.