Rep. Watson Coleman reintroduced the Federal Jobs Guarantee Development Act to establish a pilot job program in high-unemployment areas.
Quiver AI Summary
Representative Watson Coleman reintroduces jobs guarantee legislation: On February 12, 2026, Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman announced the reintroduction of the Federal Jobs Guarantee Development Act. This legislation aims to create a pilot federal jobs guarantee program in up to 15 high-unemployment communities, providing living wages and benefits.
Key provisions and support: The bill is designed to target vital labor sectors, address job inequities, and raise wage standards. Supporters including Senator Cory Booker and Representative Ilhan Omar emphasize the need for job security amid rising costs and argue it addresses systemic economic issues.
Previous introduction and scope: Originally introduced in 2018, this act focuses on marginalized communities and is part of a broader effort to ensure equitable job opportunities. The bill has garnered bipartisan support, with its text available for public review.
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Bonnie Watson Coleman Fundraising
Bonnie Watson Coleman recently disclosed $18.9K of fundraising in a Q4 FEC disclosure filed on January 30th, 2026. This was the 1183rd most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year. 81.0% came from individual donors.
Watson Coleman disclosed $72.1K of spending. This was the 877th most from all Q4 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Watson Coleman disclosed $46.6K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 1240th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Bonnie Watson Coleman's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Bonnie Watson Coleman Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Bonnie Watson Coleman:
- H.R.7479: To require the Secretary of Labor to issue guidance and regulations regarding opioid overdose reversal medication and employee training.
- H.R.7456: To limit the authority of the Secretary of Homeland Security to detain aliens of good moral character, and for other purposes.
- H.R.7385: To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, to establish a grant program related to pre-exposure prophylaxis, and for other purposes.
- H.R.7166: Stop Online Ammunition Sales Act of 2026
- H.R.7005: Customer Non-Discrimination Act
- H.R.6831: Stop Padding Presidential Pockets Act
You can track bills proposed by Bonnie Watson Coleman on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Watson Coleman.
2026 New Jersey's 12th Congressional District Election
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The rating for this race is currently "Solid D".
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