Delivering Results for Newark, East Newark and Harrison
As a Newark native, child of immigrants, and champion of working people, I’m honored to represent District 29 in the New Jersey Assembly and serve as Chair of the Budget Committee. I’ve passed laws to create jobs, improve water quality, fund family planning centers, and protect victims of intimate partner violence.
Join our movement to build a strong and equitable District 29.
Lowering Costs
for Our Families
Democrats are working tirelessly to ease the burden of rising costs for working families. We’re capping the cost of insulin, lowering prescription drug costs, and ensuring access to affordable healthcare.
What's at Stake
It's important that you vote in the upcoming 2025 elections in June.
We need to stand together against the threats we face to our democracy.
​ Upholding
Democratic Values
While dangerous MAGA Republicans try to hinder access to voting and undermine the American electoral process, we must keep up our struggle to ensure a more representative and equal America for all.
Protecting Reproductive Freedom
While Republicans are trying to criminalize abortion, Democrats are fighting to protect abortion rights and funds for family planning.
About Eliana
I’m proud to fight every day for the communities that raised me.
I’m a lifelong resident of Newark’s East Ward and the proud daughter of Portuguese immigrants who came here with hope and determination. I attended local schools—St. Benedict and Mother Seton Regional—and was the first in my family to graduate from college, earning both my bachelor’s and master’s degrees from St. John’s University.
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I started my career on Wall Street, but quickly found my passion in public service. That led me to the Essex County Clerk’s Office, and today I serve as Deputy County Administrator for Essex County.
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In 2013, I was honored to be elected to represent the 29th Legislative District in the New Jersey General Assembly. I currently chair the Assembly Budget Committee and serve on the Appropriations Committee, the Joint Budget Oversight Committee, and the State House Commission. I’ve helped shape the state’s nearly $50 billion budget—but my focus is always on delivering for the families of Newark, Harrison, and East Newark.
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What I’ve Accomplished for District 29
Economic Opportunity
I’ve led efforts to bring meaningful redevelopment to urban communities like ours, expanding the Urban Enterprise Zone program, restoring job-creating incentives, and launching programs that support small, minority-, and women-owned businesses.
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Healthcare Access & Reproductive Freedom
From protecting abortion access to securing Medicaid coverage for doula care and postpartum health, I’ve worked to make sure our families have the support they need—especially mothers and children.
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Public Safety & Victim Protections
I sponsored laws to protect survivors of domestic violence, expand housing protections, and safeguard those who rely on life-saving medical equipment from utility shutoffs.
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Clean Water & Infrastructure
I’ve been on the front lines of addressing Newark’s water crisis, passing legislation to fund lead line replacement, improve water reporting in schools, and modernize critical infrastructure.
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Education & Equity
I’ve fought to ensure our schools reflect the needs of all students—whether by requiring financial literacy education, expanding summer meals for children, or supporting students with disabilities.
How to Vote
Election Day is
June 10, 2025
Polling Hours:
6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
If you have a Vote by Mail ballot, please return it today.
Early in-person voting is June 3 - 8.
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