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About - Senator Vin Gopal

 

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State Senator Vin Gopal was elected in 2017 and re-elected in 2021. He has sponsored dozens of pieces of legislation that have become law. Senator Gopal has championed legislation to provide aid for education and local businesses; he has provided property tax rebates for taxpayers, seniors and veterans; made life more affordable for seniors; make mental health services more accessible, improved public safety and teared down barriers to employment and services for members of the disabilities community. 

Previously serving as Chair of the Senate Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee, Senator Gopal currently chairs the Senate Education Committee and serves as Senate Majority Conference Leader. He also is Vice-Chair of the Senate Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee, and a member of the Health, Human Services, and Senior Citizens Committee. In his 30s, Senator Gopal is currently the youngest member of the NJ State Senate and the first South-Asian American to be elected to the Senate in New Jersey history.

A dedicated volunteer who works with many nonprofit organizations to assist people in need, Senator Gopal is also the Founder and President of the Vin Gopal Civic Association, a 501c(3) organization dedicated to helping Monmouth County charities and individuals in need. His community contributions as a volunteer include serving as a past Board of Trustees Member of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth County, and he served for many years as a volunteer first responder and EMT. He is also a former Adjunct Professor at Monmouth University and is currently the co-chair of the Monmouth University School of Civil Discourse. 

An entrepreneur, Senator Gopal has started and built several businesses and is currently a business consultant and coach. Senator Gopal has served on the Board of Directors for the Northern Monmouth County Chamber of Commerce, and as President of the Hazlet Township Business Owners Association. During the COVID-19 Pandemic, he created a districtwide organization of business, community, church, and nonprofits leaders to address the challenges of the coronavirus to the local economy. 

Born in Neptune Township and raised in Monmouth County, Senator Gopal holds a Masters in Public Administration from Rutgers University and a bachelor’s degree from Pennsylvania State University.

          
   
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    Honoring Women-Owned Businesses During Women's History Month

    Posted by Joseph Cavaluzzi · February 24, 2023 12:00 AM
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    In honor of Women's History Month we are proud to announce our campaign to recognize local, woman-owned businesses in Legislative District 11. We hope to foster a more equitable and inclusive business environment and contribute to the empowerment of women in our community. 

    For more information and a nominating form, please see this Link or reach out to us at [email protected] or (732) 695-3371.

     

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  • Helping Residents with ANCHOR, Senior Freeze and Veterans’ Property Tax Exemptions

    Posted by Joseph Cavaluzzi · February 17, 2023 10:00 AM
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    By Vin Gopal

    The Coaster, February 16, 2023

    The Legislative District 11 Senate office has been reaching out to residents to make sure they know about the ANCHOR property tax rebate program and help them with information about applying. The deadline to apply is February 28, 2023.

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  • Stabilization Aid a Step to Fairer School Funding

    Posted by Joseph Cavaluzzi · February 13, 2023 2:08 PM
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    By Vin Gopal

    Asbury Park Press, February 12, 2023

    When the state Department of Education recently announced the release of stabilization aid to 16 Monmouth County school districts, it was good news for taxpayers as well as students and educators.

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  • Aid for District Schools and Towns

    Posted by Joseph Cavaluzzi · January 23, 2023 2:37 PM
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    I was proud to see my sponsorship of $30 million in stabilization aid for districts losing funding due to declining enrollment has just been released by the state Department of Education. Six districts in our area have been awarded.

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  • Looking Ahead: 2023 Priorities

    Posted by Joseph Cavaluzzi · January 23, 2023 2:31 PM
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    Wishing you all a happy and healthy New Year as we enter 2023. I want to share my goals and priorities, including affordability, equity and safety for all residents.

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Building 3, 2nd Floor, Suite 302

Ocean Township, NJ 07712

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