• August 7, 2024

    CCNJ BOARD OF TRUSTEES APPOINTS HOLLENDER AND MCCABE AS NEW ASSOCIATE MEMBER REPRESENTATIVES

    TRENTON, NJ - (Aug. 7, 2024) - At its recent meeting, the Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) Board of Trustees unanimously appointed Rebecca Hollender, Practice Leader with TRC, and Carol McCabe, Managing Partner of Manko, Gold, Katcher & Fox, to serve a two-year term on the Board as representatives of our Associate Member companies starting in September 2024.


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  • July 30, 2024

    CCNJ BOARD OF TRUSTEES ELECTS NEW LEADERSHIP, GRANT HUTCHINGS OF INFINEUM USA L.P., ELECTED CHAIR

    TRENTON, NJ - (July 30, 2024) - The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) Board of Trustees recently convened in July to elect its new leadership, welcoming Grant Orin Hutchings, Production Manager at Bayway Chemical Plant, Infineum USA, L.P., as the new Board Chair. Mr. Hutchings, who has been a Board member since 2021, will lead the Council with his extensive industry experience and commitment to safety and efficiency.


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  • April 30, 2024

    CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY HONORS TRC AND DUPONT WITH CHAIRPERSON'S AWARD AT 39TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE

    ATLANTIC CITY, NJ - (April 30, 2024) – The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) recognized TRC and DuPont with the prestigious Chairperson's Award at its 39th Annual Conference, held on April 29, 2024. The awards ceremony, attended by over 200 industry leaders, celebrated the outstanding contributions of both companies to the chemical industry and their unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability and safety.


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  • September 8, 2023

    CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY CONGRATULATES LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR TAHESHA WAY AND COMMITS TO CONTINUED COLLABORATION WITH THE MURPHY ADMINISTRATION

    September 8, 2023 – (Trenton, NJ) – The Chemistry Council of New Jersey, representing the interests of the business of chemistry in the Garden State, extends its heartfelt congratulations to Lieutenant Governor Tahesha Leila Way on her recent appointment as New Jersey's third lieutenant governor. Her dedication and outstanding leadership qualities make her the ideal choice for this pivotal role.


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  • August 1, 2023

    CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY’S STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR SHEILA OLIVER

    August 1, 2023 -- (Trenton, NJ)-- The following is a statement from Dennis Hart, executive director, Chemistry Council of New Jersey: "The Chemistry Council of New Jersey is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver."


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  • May 2, 2023

    CCNJ GATHERS FOR 38TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE, HONORS PBF ENERGY AND MANKO GOLD WITH CHAIRPERSON’S AWARD

    May 2, 2023 – (Atlantic City, NJ) - The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) is proud to announce the recipients of its prestigious Chairperson's Awards, recognizing outstanding achievement and commitment to excellence in the chemical industry.


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  • January 25, 2023

    CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY ANNOUNCES KEYNOTE SPEAKERS & AGENDA FOR 38TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE

    TRENTON - (January 25, 2023) – The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) today confirmed that its 38th Annual Conference, presented by SafeRack, will take place May 1-2,2023, at the Ocean Resort & Casino in Atlantic City.


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  • November 29, 2022

    SUSAN ANGYAL, REGIONAL CEO NORTH AMERICA, ERM & CHRISTOPHER GIBSON, PRESIDENT, ARCHER LAW APPOINTED TO CCNJ BOARD OF TRUSTEES

    TRENTON, NJ – (November 29, 2022) -- At its last meeting, the CCNJ Board of Trustees unanimously appointed Susan Angyal, ERM, and Christopher Gibson, Archer Law, to serve a two-year term on the Board as representatives of CCNJ’s Associate Member companies starting in November 2022.


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  • November 18, 2022

    CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY’S EDUCATION FOUNDATION DONATES $20,000 TO SUPPORT TRENTON 9TH GRADE ACADEMY’S SCIENCE LAB

    TRENTON, NJ – (November 18, 2022) -- The New Jersey Chemistry Council Education Foundation, founded in 1999, which has raised more than $225,000 to promote STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education and the many opportunities available in the business of chemistry, formally presented to the Trenton 9th Grade Academy a $20,000 donation to help furnish the school’s science lab.


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  • September 21, 2022

    CCNJ PARTNERS WITH SOCMA TO PROVIDE VITAL INDUSTRY TRAINING

    TRENTON, NJ -- (September 21, 2022) -- The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) proudly announces its partnership with the Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) to promote chemical operator training and underpin a safety culture that is the foundation of the industry.


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  • August 5, 2022

    CCNJ RESPONDS TO NEW JERSEY’S NATURAL RESOURCE DAMAGE LITIGATION

    TRENTON - (August 5, 2022) – The following statement may be attributed to Dennis Hart, Executive Director: "The State of New Jersey does not have the regulatory authority to issue the type of Natural Resource Damage (NRD) claims lawsuits they continue to file.


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  • March 8, 2022

    CCNJ RESPONDS TO GOVERNOR MURPHY’S FY2023 BUDGET ADDRESS

    TRENTON - (March 8, 2022) – The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) issued the following statement in response to Governor Murphy’s FY2023 Budget Address.


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  • January 31, 2022

    CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY CONFIRMS IN-PERSON 37TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE, RELEASES CONFERENCE AGENDA

    TRENTON - (January 31, 2022) – Dennis Hart, executive director of the Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ), today confirmed that the 37th Annual Conference will take place May 2-3, 2022, at the Ocean Resort & Casino in Atlantic City.


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  • October 19, 2021

    CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY NAMES NEW DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, EXPANDS COUNCIL’S LEADERSHIP TEAM

    TRENTON - (October 19, 2021) – Dennis Hart, executive director of the Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ), and Michael Heltzer, chairman of the Board of Trustees, today announced the promotions of long-time employees Elvin Montero and Ed Waters. "Both Elvin and Ed have demonstrated fantastic leadership and dedication to the betterment of our association, and we are recognizing their contributions with these promotions and new responsibilities within the CCNJ," said Heltzer.<br />  


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  • August 5, 2021

    STATEMENT ON DWQI’S RECOMMENDED HEALTH LIMIT FOR 1,4 DIOXANE

    TRENTON - (August 5, 2021) - The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) issued the following statement in response to DWQI’s recommended health limit for 1,4 dioxane. All quotes may be attributed to Executive Director Dennis Hart.


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  • June 16, 2021

    CCNJ CONGRATULATES MEMBERS BRISTOL MYERS SQUIBB AND MERCK & CO., RECIPIENTS OF THE 2021 EPA GREEN CHEMISTRY CHALLENGE AWARD

    TRENTON - (June 16, 2021) – Yesterday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the winners of the 2021 Green Chemistry Challenge Awards, including CCNJ Regular Member companies Bristol Myers Squibb and Merck & Co.  Green chemistry is the design of chemical products and processes that reduce or eliminate the generation and use of hazardous substances.


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  • February 23, 2021

    CCNJ RESPONDS TO GOVERNOR MURPHY’S FY2022 BUDGET ADDRESS

    There is no question that the last year has tested our resilience as a people and an industry. The business of chemistry in New Jersey, deemed essential by the federal and state governments, safely worked to produce the products essential to our safety and public health. Even with all the challenges presented by 2020, chemicals remained New Jersey’s largest export, representing $8.9 Billion or 24.3% of exports from New Jersey to the world.  If the last year has taught us anything, it is the value of being able to manufacture essential chemicals and products locally to meet consumer demand and support our restart and recovery efforts.


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  • December 16, 2020

    CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY APPLAUDS ANNOUNCEMENT OF AN AGREEMENT ON COMPREHENSIVE ECONOMIC RECOVERY PLAN AND TAX INCENTIVES REFORM LEGISLATION

    TRENTON - (December 16, 2020) The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) issued the following statement welcoming the news that an agreement has been reached on a comprehensive economic recovery package that will support small businesses, drive sustainable economic growth, and reform our tax incentives system.


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  • December 2, 2020

    CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY EVENTS TO REMAIN VIRTUAL THROUGH 3RD QUARTER OF 2021

    TRENTON, NJ – (December 2, 2020) -- Except for outdoor golf outings, the Chemistry Council of New Jersey has made the decision not to hold in person events through the third quarter of 2021.


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  • August 25, 2020

    CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY RESPONDS TO GOVERNOR MURPHY’S REVISED FISCAL YEAR 2021 BUDGET PROPOSAL

    TRENTON, NJ--(August 25, 2020)--The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) issued the following statement in response to the Revised Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Proposal: "Stronger, Fairer, and More Resilient: Building New Jersey’s Post-COVID Future." Statement may be attributed to Executive Director Dennis Hart.


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  • June 23, 2020

    CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD LEADERSHIP, ELECTS MICHAEL HELTZER OF BASF CORPORATION CHAIR

    TRENTON, NJ – (June 23, 2020) -- At their June 19, 2020 meeting, the Chemistry Council of New Jersey’s Board of Directors elected Michael Heltzer, head of State Government Affairs for BASF Corporation, as the Council’s new chairperson, succeeding Leslie Waller, director of Chemistry, Energy & Environmental Industry, Americas for Messer Americas, who completed her term as chairperson, and will now serve as immediate past chairperson.


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  • March 26, 2020

    THE BUSINESS OF CHEMISTRY: ESSENTIAL TO NEW JERSEY’S ECONOMY AND RECOVERY

    TRENTON - (March 26, 2020) – The Chemistry Council of New Jersey and its more than 100 member companies are grateful to the Murphy Administration, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for identifying the U.S. chemical industry and its workers as Essential Critical Infrastructure, an industry sector critical to public health and safety, economic and national security. Even before this designation, our member companies have been working around the clock to help the State of New Jersey in its COVID-19 preparedness response and mitigation efforts.


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  • February 25, 2020

    CCNJ RESPONDS TO GOVERNOR MURPHY’S FY2021 BUDGET ADDRESS

    TRENTON (February 25, 2020) – Our industry’s contributions to New Jersey’s overall economy should not be taken for granted by the Murphy Administration or the New Jersey State Legislature.  We hope that this year’s budget priorities and polices will show companies that New Jersey is committed to growing its celebrated manufacturing economy.


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  • January 27, 2020

    CCNJ RESPONDS TO GOVERNOR MURPHY’S ENERGY MASTER PLAN

    TRENTON (January 27, 2020) – The Chemistry Council of New Jersey (CCNJ) issued the following statement in response to the 2020 New Jersey Energy Master Plan.  All quotes may be attributed to Executive Director Dennis Hart.


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  • November 7, 2019

    CCNJ APPOINTS BRIAN MONTAG FROM K&L GATES AND STEVEN UELAND FROM LANGAN TO ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS, AND NAMES TWO NEW MEMBERS TO THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

    November 7, 2019 -- (Trenton, NJ) -- At its annual Board Planning Session, the Chemistry Council of New Jersey announced the appointed of two new board members from Associate Member companies.


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  • September 17, 2019

    THE CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY MOURNS THE PASSING OF SENATOR TONY BUCCO

    Tuesday, September 17, 2019 – (Trenton, NJ) -- “Senator Bucco has been a longtime friend and supporter of the business of chemistry in New Jersey, and he will be missed by many of us in the business community,” stated Dennis Hart, executive director of the Chemistry Council of New Jersey. “A business owner himself, Senator Bucco was a fierce advocate for New Jersey’s manufacturing sector and knew the importance of creating good paying jobs. He also brought to the legislative debate his first-hand experience that the burdens faced by manufacturers across the state of New Jersey.


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  • February 8, 2019

    THE CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY CONGRATULATES THE 2019 WOMEN’S POLITICAL CAUCUS OF NEW JERSEY HONOREES

    Friday, February 08, 2019 – (Trenton, NJ) -- The Chemistry Council of New Jersey, a Partner Sponsor of the Women’s Political Caucus of New Jersey, congratulates Madeline Ferraro, Esq.; Assemblyman Daniel R. Benson (D-14); Gil Medina; Rev. Deborah Stapleton; and CCNJ Associate Member Company, AECOM, for their contributions in support of the organization’s mission.


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  • September 10, 2018

    BEN GRAZIANO TO JOIN THE CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY AS DIRECTOR OF POLICY

    September 10, 2018 -- (Trenton, NJ) – Executive Director Dennis Hart announced today that Ben Graziano will join the Chemistry Council of New Jersey later this month as its new director of policy.


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  • April 4, 2018

    CCNJ CONGRATULATES SENATOR BOB GORDON ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE NJ SENATE, AND SENATOR VIN GOPAL ON BECOMING CHAIR OF THE SENATE MANUFACTURING CAUCUS

    April, 4, 2018 -- (Trenton, NJ) – Executive Director Dennis Hart issued the following statement: “The more than 100 members of the Chemistry Council of New Jersey, representing the largest manufacturing sector in the state, employing more than 43,000, congratulates Senator Gordon for his service, and his expected nomination to the Board of Public Utilities.”


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  • November 1, 2016

    DENNIS HART NAMED EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE CHEMISTRY COUNCIL OF NEW JERSEY

    November 1, 2016 (Trenton, NJ) -- The CCNJ Board of Directors is pleased to announce the selection of Dennis Hart as the Chemistry Council of New Jersey’s new executive director.


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  • June 13, 2016

    HAL BOZARTH CCNJ EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR HAS DIED

    Harold Charles Bozarth Jr., “Hal”, executive director of the Chemistry Council of New Jersey, died on Sunday, June 12, 2016.


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  • April 29, 2016

    2016 DOW CHEMICAL NORTH EAST TRANSCAER(R) TRAINING TOUR – NEW JERSEY

    Emergency preparedness training for local and regional emergency response organizations and personnel. Community leaders are welcome to attend the sessions to learn how they can elevate their assistance and communications within their communities. Training is free of charge to all participants. Overview of rail safety training: Responding to Toxic by Inhalation Materials and Flammable Gas Incidents; and general overview / walking tour of the other training modules offered<br />  


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