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New Jersey’s 3rd Legislative District

We are honored and proud to serve the people of Gloucester, Salem, and Cumberland Counties in the New Jersey Legislature.

Meet Your Legislators

Senator John Burzichelli

State Senator John Burzichelli of Paulsboro is a lifelong resident of New Jersey and a Managing Partner of the historic Hill Studio and Scenic in Paulsboro, NJ. He previously represented the Third Legislative District for two decades in the State Assembly and served as Mayor of Paulsboro. In the State Assembly, Burzichelli earned a reputation for being one of the state’s most effective legislators, working in a bipartisan fashion to deliver results for residents of South Jersey.


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Assemblywoman Heather Simmons

Assemblywoman Heather Simmons of Glassboro is Vice President for Workforce Development and Career and Technical Education at Rowan College of South Jersey. Previously, she served four terms as Gloucester County Commissioner, making her the longest-serving female Commissioner in the county’s history and the first to serve as Commissioner Deputy Director. As Deputy Director, Simmons led a major economic development agenda focused on supporting small businesses, creating jobs, and helping residents develop careers.


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Assemblyman Dave Bailey, Jr.

Assemblyman Dave Bailey, Jr. is a lifelong Salem County resident currently residing in Woodstown. As CEO of the faith-based nonprofit Ranch Hope, Inc., he leads a staff of 200 people dedicated to helping children in need. He is also a Board Member, Past Chair, and Government Relations Chair of the NJ Alliance for Children & Families. Throughout his 30-year career, Bailey has been a strong advocate for policies providing support for children and families at every level of government.


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Burzichelli, Simmons & Bailey Announce Holiday Food Drive
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Burzichelli, Simmons & Bailey Announce Holiday Food Drive

Glassboro, NJ – State Senator John Burzichelli, Assemblywoman Heather Simmons, and Assemblyman Dave Bailey, Jr. announced on Sunday that their Third Legislative District offices will serve as dropoff locations for non-perishable food items from Monday, December 9 through Wednesday, December 18. Items in particular need include healthy cereals and jelly. All collected items will be delivered to ...

Legislative Plan Would Help Consumers Manage Utility Use, Prevent ‘Sticker Shock’ of Costly Bills  
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Legislative Plan Would Help Consumers Manage Utility Use, Prevent ‘Sticker Shock’ of Costly Bills  

Trenton – Senator John Burzichelli, Assemblywoman Heather Simmons and Assemblyman David Bailey want utility companies to adopt a user-friendly energy notification program that alerts consumers of their energy use so they can avoid unexpected and expensive electric and gas bills. Entitled “Energy BillWatch,” their proposed program would automatically inform customers of their energy use at regular, early intervals so ...

Burzichelli, Simmons & Bailey Deliver $38,000 for Glassboro Little League
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Burzichelli, Simmons & Bailey Deliver $38,000 for Glassboro Little League

Glassboro, NJ – On August 31st, 2024, at the Glassboro Little League field at Jim McGehrin Park, State Senator John Burzichelli and Assemblywoman Heather Simmons announced that they, alongside Assemblyman Dave Bailey, Jr., have successfully procured $38,000 for Glassboro Little League in the 2025 state budget. The legislators presented the organization with a check to commemorate the funding. “Supporting local youth sports ...

Assemblywoman Simmons Delivers $75,000 for Habitat for Humanity of Salem County
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Assemblywoman Simmons Delivers $75,000 for Habitat for Humanity of Salem County

Pennsville, NJ – On Saturday morning at Riverview Beach Park in Pennsville, Assemblywoman Heather Simmons joined State Senator John Burzichelli and Assemblyman Dave Bailey, Jr. to announce that she has successfully procured $75,000 for Habitat for Humanity of Salem County in the 2025 state budget. The legislators also presented the organization with a check to ...

Senator Burzichelli and Assembly Members Simmons & Bailey Congratulate Stand Up for Salem for Receiving More Than $1.3 Million in Grant Awards
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Senator Burzichelli and Assembly Members Simmons & Bailey Congratulate Stand Up for Salem for Receiving More Than $1.3 Million in Grant Awards

Salem, NJ – On Friday morning at the Salem Building Arts Center, Assemblywoman Heather Simmons and Assemblyman Dave Bailey, Jr. joined Stand Up for Salem—a local non-profit organization dedicated to the revitalization and success of Salem City—in celebrating a total of $1,323,750 in grant awards. New Jersey American Water and Franklin Bank provided $750,000 in funding ...

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