Gov. Sherrill’s pick for transportation chief sails through hearing

Lawmakers on the Senate Judiciary Committee advanced the nomination of acting Transportation Commissioner Priya Jain in a unanimous vote.

By: Nikita Biryukov

Outlets: New Jersey Monitor

Published: March 12, 2026

Words: 554

Last Updated: 4 months, 3 weeks ago

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The Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously advanced the nomination of acting Transportation Commissioner Priya Jain following a brief hearing Thursday that saw her field questions about traffic, safety, and the state of New Jersey’s roads and bridges.

The unanimous vote means Jain, an engineer who has held a range of roles in the private sector, could get a confirmation vote before the full Senate as soon as Monday.

“Throughout my career, I have …

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