State of New Jersey

Governor Mikie Sherrill

Welcome to the Governor's Office

Governor Mikie Sherrill

Lt. Governor Dr. Dale G. Caldwell

On a Mission to Deliver for You

Mikie Sherrill is proud to serve as New Jersey’s 57th governor. As your governor, she will be relentlessly focused on lowering costs, taking care of our kids, and delivering transparency and accountability from Trenton. This is your government, and it should work for you.

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About the Governor

Mikie Sherrill

U.S. Naval Academy graduate, Navy helicopter pilot, former federal prosecutor, wife, and mother of four kids – Mikie Sherrill ran for governor to make life easier and more affordable for Garden State families. Her career has been defined by service to her country and New Jersey, and she previously served in Congress representing New Jersey's 11th Congressional District.

News

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ICYMI: Family Connects NJ Celebrates Program’s Expansion to Six More Counties Across New Jersey

The Universal Nurse Home Visitation Program is Now Available in All of South Jersey, Most of Central and North Jersey

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Statement by Governor Sherrill on Status of the Gateway Tunnel Project

“The president’s refusal to fund the Gateway Tunnel project is not only an illegal attack on New Jersey but also shows a reckless disregard for our economy and the livelihoods of working families. ..."

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Governor Sherrill Ends State of Emergency Following Severe Winter Storm

Governor Mikie Sherrill today lifted the State of Emergency declared across all 21 counties in New Jersey through Executive Order No. 8, effective at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2026, due to severe winter weather.