Years in Office
1st Year
Bills Sponsored
9
Bills Co-Sponsored
114
Committees
2
Herb Conaway Biography
Herb Conaway, a practicing physician, brought his medical expertise to the New Jersey General Assembly when he was first elected in 1997 to represent the 7th Legislative District. He has prioritized public health, access to healthcare, and environmental safety throughout his tenure. Conaway authored legislation strengthening childhood vaccination requirements and led efforts to address water contamination through stricter regulations. As chair of the Assembly Health Committee, he guides health policy with a focus on evidence-based solutions, serving his district with a pragmatic, informed approach.
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Herb Conaway's congressional service.
Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention
Sponsored legislation to require lead paint inspections in rental properties to protect children from lead poisoning.
Vaccination Requirements
Championed laws to strengthen immunization requirements for schoolchildren in New Jersey.
Tobacco Age Restriction
Authored legislation raising the minimum age to purchase tobacco products in New Jersey from 19 to 21.
Health Data Transparency
Sponsored the New Jersey Health Care Transparency Act to improve public access to provider credentials and information.
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