Assertion by New Jersey Division of Environmental Safety Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette on the passing of former Governor James J. Florio – InsiderNJ

Assertion by New Jersey Division of Environmental Safety Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette on the passing of former Governor James J. Florio

With the passing of former Governor James J. Florio, New Jersey and the nation have misplaced a visionary champion for the safety of the environment and public well being. As a State Legislator, Congressman, Governor, and past, Jim Florio fought for and superior legal guidelines which have promoted environmental cleanup and revitalized communities. As a Congressman from 1974 to 1990, he rose to the challenges of his occasions by authoring the federal Superfund legislation and main the way in which within the creation of the Pinelands Nationwide Reserve. As Governor, he continued to rise to the numerous environmental challenges affecting the Backyard State, pushing groundbreaking legal guidelines and initiatives to enhance the standard of New Jersey’s air and water and to guard our pure assets. We’re saddened by the lack of Governor Florio, however his profession of selfless service will lengthy proceed to enhance the lives and setting in New Jersey and throughout the nation. Via our work, the New Jersey Division of Environmental Safety will honor and carry forth his legacy daily.

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