SCDC committee member Harry Kaplan saw this endeavor as more than a good deed, it was a mission that he needed to complete for a fellow service member. He contacted a number of American Legion posts in New Jersey, Congressman Josh Gottheimer, and historian Wayne McCabe in the hopes they would help him find the medal's original owner or family.

"Investing in early childhood education lays the foundation for a bright future for our early learners," Murphy said. "Our administration is committed to ensuring that every New Jersey child receives a high-quality education starting with pre-K. While we still have a long way to go to achieve pre-K for all, today's expansion further demonstrates our commitment to reaching as many students as possible."

The Sussex County Democratic Committee happily extends congratulations to Zoe Heath who was unanimously elected as Chair of the newly formed SCDC LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus. Her commitment to the LGBTQ community has been demonstrated time and time again in her work with SCDC through the LGBTQIA+ Working Group, her advocacy as a committee member and her commitment to accountability at commissioner meetings. Her continued trailblazing as the founder and lead organizer of Sussex PRIDE shows you just how determined and loyal to the cause she really is.