About - Senator Vin Gopal
State Senator Vin Gopal was elected in 2017 and re-elected in 2023 with more than 60% of the vote in a landslide election in what is considered one of New Jersey’s most politically competitive districts. Senator Gopal has championed legislation to provide aid for education and local businesses; 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 - with dozens of his bills signed into law.
During his first two terms in the Senate, Senator Gopal served on a number of committees in leadership positions - including, Co-Chair of the Legislative Manufacturing Caucus, Chair of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee, Vice-Chair of Senate Transportation, Vice-Chair of Senate Tourism and as a Member of the Senate Health Committee. Senator Gopal currently chairs the Senate Education Committee and serves as Senate Majority Conference Leader. He also serves on the Senate Judiciary 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. He resides with his wife, daughter and puppy in Long Branch.
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Creating a Pathway to Lessen the Teacher Shortage By Vin Gopal
We’ve taken an important step to lessen the chronic shortage of special education teachers as well as to close the gap between student demand and teachers certified in computer science, physics, chemistry, and biology.
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Cracking Down on Home Invasions
By Vin Gopal
Last week we struck a blow to criminals who commit home invasions.
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Gopal, Donlon, Peterpaul Applaud Attorney General Platkin and NJ Department of Community Affairs Acting Director Fais on New Rules Promoting Transparency in Prescription Drug Pricing
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ - Senator Vin Gopal, Assemblywoman Margie Donlon, and Assemblywoman Luanne Peterpaul issued the following statement applauding Attorney General Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs Acting Director Cari Fais on their announcement of new rules promoting greater transparency in prescription drug pricing.
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A Task Force to Improve Student Literacy
By Vin Gopal
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a critical need to ensure that every student is learning at their grade level and is able to access all the resources to help them succeed.
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Pens, Backpacks, and Mental Health Services - It’s a New School Year
By Vin Gopal
As children and families prepare to start a new school year, the Legislative District 11 office continues to look for innovative ways of ensuring that students have the tools they need for success, including access to mental health services.
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