Overview

Kevin P. Egan is a Democratic member of the New Jersey General Assembly, representing the 17th Legislative District, centered on New Brunswick, since January 2024. He succeeded his father, Joseph V. Egan, who served in the Assembly for 22 years before retiring in 2023. Egan previously served on the New Brunswick City Council from 2011 to 2023, including service as Council Vice President. Professionally, he works as an assistant business manager for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 456, and previously served as a legislative aide to his father's Assembly office. He also served on the New Jersey Schools Development Authority from 2010 to 2020. Egan has been a lifelong resident of New Brunswick, where he has been active in local government and community organizations.

Political Career

Legislative Aide to Assemblyman Joseph V. Egan (2001–2004)

New Jersey Schools Development Authority (2010–2020)

New Brunswick City Council (2011–2023, served as Vice President)

New Jersey General Assemblyman, District 17 (2024–present)

Rutgers University Board of Governors (2021–present)

Key Policy Areas

Labor and employment relations

Public education infrastructure

Municipal governance

Workforce development

Health care access

Notable Actions / Initiatives

Succeeded his father Joseph V. Egan in 2023, continuing a family legislative legacy in District 17 that dates back to 2002

Appointed to the Rutgers University Board of Governors in 2021 by Governor Phil Murphy, representing public interests in higher education governance

Served as a founding board member of the St. Peter's Hospital Foundation, supporting health care initiatives in New Brunswick

Education

B.A., Labor Studies and Employment Relations, Rutgers University

IBEW Certified Apprenticeship Program, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers

Personal

Birth date: June 2, 1964

Residence: New Brunswick, New Jersey