General Newsletter From the Office of Senator Andy Kim

Happy Friday, New Jersey,

This week, Senator Kim was in DC fighting to protect healthcare for millions of Americans and talking about his own journey to becoming a caregiver, tackling the question: Why is it so hard to provide care in this country?

ICYMI From the Senator: My Dad's Alzheimer's Diagnosis and Becoming a Caregiver

From Senator Kim:

A few weeks ago, my dad was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. I won't lie. It's been incredibly challenging for me and my family.

Now, I'm embarking on a journey – as a father, son, United States Senator, and now, caregiver – to answer the questions so many of us face when it comes to providing care for our loved ones, and address why it's so hard to provide care in this country.

I hope you'll join me.

Watch Senator Kim’s video story here.

We Want to Hear From You

If you are a caregiver, we would love to hear from you about your caregiving story – what have you learned, what obstacles have you faced, and what has the experience meant for you?

Please fill out the survey here if you are interested in sharing more about your story or staying in touch about opportunities to engage with Senator Kim around caregiving such as town halls, caregiving conversations, etc.

Working for New Jersey:

FIGHTING FOR A NEW JERSEY GOVERNMENT YOU CAN TRUST:

Last week, Senator Kim testified in Trenton against a bill that would weaken anti-corruption efforts. This week, the bill was pulled amidst a growing anti-corruption movement.

In this era when trust in government is at historic lows, people in NJ and across this country deserve better.

That’s why Senator Kim will never stop standing up to corruption. We hope that this bill’s withdrawal is a sign of what happens when we keep fighting.

BUILDING AN EINSTEIN CORRIDOR FOR INNOVATION IN NEW JERSEY:

Earlier this week, Senator Kim joined industry leaders in AI and data science at Rutgers University – Newark to talk about how we can supercharge investment and innovation in the Garden State.

We are in a defining moment for innovation. That’s why the Senator’s excited to introduce the Einstein Corridor: a vision of investment in New Jersey that will make our technological impact undeniable on the world stage.

By leading, we can create opportunities for good paying jobs and an affordable life that will make people see New Jersey as the place where they can grow their families and chase their ambitions.

Watch Senator Kim's Einstein Corridor speech here.

Working for you at the Capitol:

DELIVERING A MAIDEN SPEECH FOCUSED ON CARE:

On his 1-year anniversary in the Senate this past Tuesday, Senator Kim reflected on what it means to be both a caregiver and a United States Senator.

As he begins his own personal caregiving journey, Senator Kim promises to fight for the care this country deserves, as he would for his own loved ones.

Watch Senator Kim’s Maiden Speech here.

FIGHTING TO EXTEND THE ACA TAX CREDITS:

On Wednesday, Senator Kim stood alongside people who rely on the ACA to provide critical care for themselves and loved ones.

On Thursday, Senate Republicans voted to kill legislation that would have extended the enhanced ACA premium tax credits and prevented millions of Americans’ premiums from rising hundreds of dollars per month or more in January 2026. Senator Kim said,

“Today Senate Republicans chose to pull the rug out from under millions of Americans. As families already struggle to afford this holiday season, so many are seeing a new price tag on their monthly premium starting in January that they simply can’t afford, to no fault of their own. Every person in the Senate chamber today had the choice to stop this cruelty. Senate Republicans made their choice, and it was the wrong one for America.”

Watch Senator Kim break it down here.

FIGHTING TO ENSURE SENIORS AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES CAN LIVE WITH DIGNITY:

Living a life of dignity and respect as you get older should not be too much to ask for.

That's why I helped introduce legislation – the Strategic Plan for Aging Act – to make care and services more accessible across our country.

ICYMI: A WEEKLY ROUND-UP FROM THE SENATOR:

The ACA vote, FEMA Review Council report, and NDAA – Senator Kim breaks down what’s going on at the Capitol this week.

Watch here.

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WE ARE HERE FOR YOU:

Thank you for giving us the opportunity to serve you in the United States Senate. It is an honor and a responsibility we do not take lightly. We know these are difficult times, and we will continue to fight for everyone across the state of New Jersey and stand ready to serve you however we can.

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Sincerely,

The Office of Senator Andy Kim

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