John Burzichelli

John J. Burzichelli is an American politician serving as a member of the New Jersey Senate for the 3rd Legislative District since 2024. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously served in the New Jersey General Assembly from 2002 to 2022, where he held the position of Deputy Speaker for sixteen years. Before his tenure in the state legislature, Burzichelli served as the Mayor of Paulsboro, New Jersey, from 1996 to 2011. Throughout his career, he has been involved in local commerce and media, and he has advocated for policies such as assisted suicide legislation, emphasizing individual choice.