Sweeney Statement on the Passing of Congressman Hughes

Trenton – Senate President Steve Sweeney issued the following statement on the passing of former Congressman Bill Hughes:

“We have lost one of the most distinguished and accomplished public officials to serve New Jersey. Bill Hughes was devoted to the people he served in his congressional district, the State of New Jersey and the country.  He gained the respect and appreciation of all who worked with him and he was a model of bipartisanship who demonstrated that public service is a noble calling.

“I express my sincere condolences to his family and loved ones. We share in their loss but know that he will be remembered always for his achievements and for the example he set for others.”