Angela V. McKnight facts for kids

Angela V. McKnight was born on March 10, 1977. She is a politician from the Democratic Party in the United States. She currently serves as a State Senator for New Jersey's 31st Legislative District. Before becoming a Senator, she was a member of the New Jersey General Assembly from 2016 to 2024.

Angela McKnight lives in Jersey City, New Jersey. She earned a bachelor's degree in business management from the University of Phoenix. She is also the founder and CEO of AngelaCARES, an organization that helps and supports senior citizens.

Angela McKnight's Work in the General Assembly

Angela McKnight served in the New Jersey General Assembly starting on January 12, 2016. As an Assemblywoman, she worked on many important issues for New Jersey residents.

Why Cursive Writing Matters

In 2019, Angela McKnight introduced a bill about cursive handwriting. This bill would have required students to learn how to read and write cursive by the end of third grade. She believed that cursive is a "vital skill" for children. She pointed out that without cursive skills, students might not be able to read old documents or even sign their names on important papers.

Angela McKnight Becomes a State Senator

After serving in the General Assembly, Angela McKnight decided to run for a seat in the New Jersey Senate. She was nominated for the Senate position when the previous Senator, Sandra Bolden Cunningham, decided not to run again after 16 years.

Winning the Senate Election

In the 2023 New Jersey Senate election, Angela McKnight ran against Republican candidate Luis Soto. She won the election, and officially became a State Senator on January 9, 2024.

What Committees Does She Serve On?

As a State Senator, Angela McKnight works on different committees. These committees study specific topics and help create new laws. For the 2024-2025 Legislative Session, she is part of these committees:

• Education
• Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens
• Law and Public Safety

Representing District 31

New Jersey has 40 legislative districts. Each district has one representative in the New Jersey Senate and two members in the New Jersey General Assembly. For the 2024-2025 Legislative Session, the representatives for the 31st District are:

• Senator Angela V. McKnight (Democrat)
• Assemblywoman Barbara McCann Stamato (Democrat)
• Assemblyman William Sampson (Democrat)