"The Gateway Tunnel Project powers jobs, small businesses, and long-term economic growth across our region. New Jersey and New York have already invested hundreds of millions of dollars into this effort because our communities depend on a safe, modern, and reliable transit network.

"The 31st Legislative District is a major transit hub from Bayonne to Jersey City to Kearny with thousands of residents who rely on rail service every day to get to work, school, and home. Any disruption hits our district first and hardest.

"If the work stops now due to the Trump Administration’s decision to withhold approved federal funding, the impact won’t be limited to the construction site. It will threaten thousands of jobs, worsen delays for the commuters who depend on this corridor, and ultimately drive up costs for taxpayers.

"For our district, this isn’t just an infrastructure project; it’s a lifeline. I remain committed to fighting for the resources needed to keep Gateway on track and protect the economic and transit stability our residents deserve."

- NJ Assemblyman Jerry Walker (D)