FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 7, 2025
CONTACT: Karina Diaz, Hudson County Executive’s Office
PHONE: 201-795-6200
JERSEY CITY, NJ — Today, Hudson County Executive Craig Guy issued the following statement in support of U.S. Rep. Rob Menendez’s (D-N.J., 8th) legislation to ban non-essential helicopter traffic within a 20-mile radius of the Statue of Liberty:
“I am proud to have worked with Congressman Menendez to prioritize the safety and well-being of Hudson County residents by bringing to the forefront the dangers of non-essential helicopter flights over our communities. He has been a true partner in this fight, and I fully support his efforts in Washington to pass legislation that would ban unnecessary helicopter flights within 20 miles of the Statue of Liberty. We need this bill to be the law of the land – especially after the tragic loss of six lives in last month’s helicopter crash.
“Congressman Menendez’s bill will address the increasing congestion of non-essential helicopters in our airspace – a persistent threat to the safety of residents in the City of Hoboken, Jersey City and practically the entire county. My administration has sought to ensure the safety of our residents, and I urge the House and Senate to join Congressman Menendez in taking action on this vital matter.”