TEDESCO STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF U.S. REPRESENTATIVE BILL PASCRELL

HACKENSACK, NJ – Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco today issued the following statement on the passing of U.S. Congressman William James Pascrell, Jr.:

“My heart is heavy after hearing about the passing of Congressman Bill Pascrell. A lifelong public servant to the people of New Jersey and Bergen County, Congressman Pascrell was a champion, an ally, and a friend to all.

A man who wore his hometown on his sleeve, Bill gave his all for his beloved Paterson, first as mayor and then as its congressman for 28 years. I had the distinct honor of working closely with Bill throughout his decades of service. As a staunch advocate of first responders, Congressman Pascrell worked tirelessly to secure federal funding for our Bergen County police officers, EMS personnel––and especially our firefighters. Even before he was in Washington, Congressman Pascrell began his service to the people of Bergen County as a public school teacher at Paramus High School, where he shaped young minds for 12 years.

I extend my deepest condolences to Bill's family, friends, loved ones, and constituents. May he rest in peace, and know that his legacy of leadership, commitment, and dedication to the people he served will endure on for generations to come.”