Overview

Robert J. Karabinchak is a Democratic member of the New Jersey General Assembly, representing since May 2016 the 18th Legislative District, centered on East Brunswick, Edison and Metuchen. He was appointed to fill a vacancy caused by Patrick J. Diegnan Jr.'s move to the State Senate. Prior to his legislative service, Karabinchak served on the Edison Township Council from 2007 and again from 2009 to 2016, including two terms as Council President. He also served eight years on the Edison Zoning Board of Adjustment. Professionally, he is President of Tri-Form Construction, a construction management and general contracting firm based in Metuchen. Karabinchak has been a lifelong resident of Edison Township, where he has served in municipal government for 16 years before moving to the state legislature.

Political Career

Edison Zoning Board of Adjustment (2000–2008)

Edison Township Council (2007, 2009–2016, served as President 2015–2016)

New Jersey General Assemblyman, District 18 (2016–present)

Deputy Assembly Whip (2018–present)

Chair, Assembly State and Local Government Committee (2024–present)

Key Policy Areas

State and local government administration

Infrastructure and transportation

Commerce and economic development

Environmental protection and stormwater management

Housing and construction regulation

Notable Actions / Initiatives

Chair of the Assembly State and Local Government Committee since 2024, overseeing legislation affecting municipal governance and intergovernmental relations

Sponsored the Clean Stormwater and Flood Reduction Act, enabling municipalities to establish stormwater utilities to address flooding and pollution

Served as Chair of the Special Committee on Infrastructure and Natural Resources during the 2019–2020 legislative session

Served as a member of the Governor's Red Tape Review Commission in 2010, examining state regulatory processes

Education

A.A.S., Civil Engineering and Business Management, Middlesex County College

J.P. Stevens High School

Personal

Birth date: April 11, 1956

Residence: Edison Township, New Jersey