PatrickDiegnan

Born and raised in South Plainfield. Parents immigrated from Ireland. Loving husband, father, grandfather. NJ Senator.

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New legislation from Senators @PatrickDiegnan and @SenMTeresaRuiz would help school districts coordinate their spring break schedules, reducing the hassle for teachers and allowing families to spend their time off together.

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The Greater Middlesex Conference celebrated its best and brightest during today’s Scholar-Athlete awards banquet. These exceptional graduating seniors excelled in the classroom, as competitors, and in the community. Congratulations to all. https://t.co/u1hKWrR24r

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Congratulations to Captain Jason Gerba for receiving the prestigious honor of carrying the Flame of Hope during the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New Jersey's final leg and to the entire Edison Police Department for its fundraising efforts https://t.co/zvNyLKntKc

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Senator Patrick Diegnan’s legislation requiring the Commissioner of Education to recommend uniform dates for spring break in school districts across New Jersey passed the Senate Education Committee today. https://t.co/iiUTdBDGm4

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Senator Patrick Diegnan’s legislation prohibiting the intentional obstruction of license plates and banning devices designed to conceal or alter plate identification unanimously passed the Senate Transportation Committee today. https://t.co/421pwxUvzl

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Proud to report what's going on in our great state and in the 18th Legislative District. Our latest newsletter is linked below. https://t.co/c58cw30Mml

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Senator Patrick Diegnan’s bill making it easier for businesses and property owners to add van-accessible handicapped parking spaces to existing lots and structures without facing unnecessary municipal approval requirements unanimously passed the senate. https://t.co/QLdrN590jQ

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The South Plainfield Community Pool will open this weekend with additions including new pickleball courts, new cushioned aquatic flooring for the baby pool, a new pavilion to provide shade, and a new full-sized basketball court. https://t.co/C3wwADr0zA

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East Brunswick Public Schools has been awarded a $63,700 Local Recreation Improvement Grant from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs. https://t.co/52XuW46npc

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Today we honor and remember the brave men and women of our armed forces who selflessly paid the ultimate sacrifice to serve our country and protect our lives, freedoms, and liberties.

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Five students who reside in or attend high schools in the 18th Legislative District were among 77 students statewide to be named 2026 National Merit Scholarship Award winners. Congratulations to all of the honorees. https://t.co/Dj46lYtSPP

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For Small Business Month, @PatrickDiegnan visited Sips & Souls Café in South Plainfield, a local business with a powerful purpose behind it.

The cafe supports the fight against human trafficking, turning every cup of coffee into something meaningful for the community and beyond.

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Legislation from Senators James Beach and Patrick Diegnan requiring colleges and universities to install automated external defibrillators in athletic facilities and student centers to improve emergency response during sudden cardiac events has advanced.
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Ahead of this weekend’s Police Unity Tour, the Edison Police Department on Friday conducted its third annual Edison Remembers Ride in honor of fallen officers nationwide, including two from the township who died in the line of duty. https://t.co/NVqb3XbgB3

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All seven towns in the 18th Legislative District have been awarded a combined total of $512,490 in New Jersey Clean Communities Grants for local litter removal programs to beautify their municipalities. https://t.co/j0Ao1Wuk6K

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A powerful moment in South Plainfield as the community honored two officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Thanks to legislation from @PatrickDiegnan the legacy of Officers Richard Conklin and William Cady will now stand permanently along Route 287.

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As the father of a teacher, the brother of two teachers, and a former teacher myself, I know firsthand that no one has a more positive influence on our children than their teacher. Thank you for dedicating your lives to give knowledge and opportunity to your students.

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Today we honored two New Jersey heroes whose sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Thanks to legislation by @PatrickDiegnan the legacy of South Plainfield officers Richard H. Conklin and William J. Cady will stand along Route 287 for generations to come.

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Moving ceremony at borough hall today honoring the memories of fallen South Plainfield Police Officers Richard H. Conklin and William J. Cady, two heroic patrolmen who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty for the community they proudly served. https://t.co/DVFUttuOVH

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Honored to attend today’s grand opening of the Hackensack Meridian Health & Wellness Center at Metropark. The state-of-the-art facility will offer comprehensive healthcare services. Learn more here https://t.co/uHMtWoActN