Trenton – Senate President Nick Scutari issued the following statement on the passing of Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr.:
“Bill Pascrell was a true native son of New Jersey who never forgot where he came from, who he was, or the people he served. From the diverse communities of Paterson to the halls of Congress, Bill fought for a better society for all Americans and worked tirelessly to bring people together.
“Congressman Pascrell devoted his life to public service, including the U. S. Army, as a high school history teacher, the Mayor of his lifelong home of Paterson, a member of the General Assembly, and a distinguished career in the House of Representatives. Bill was a man of honor who lived by the values of equality, justice, and fairness. His passing is a sad loss for us all. I extend my heartfelt condolences to his wife, Elsie, their children William, Glenn, and David, and the entire Pascrell family.”