Garden State Times

Senator Joe Pennacchio, representing New Jersey's 26th district, has been recognized with the "Legislator of the Year Award" by the Constitutional Officers Association of New Jersey. The award ceremony took place on October 9, 2024.

"I am extremely honored and grateful to the Constitutional Officers Association of New Jersey for this prestigious award," expressed Sen. Pennacchio. He acknowledged the essential services provided by county clerks, registers of deeds and mortgages, sheriffs, and surrogates in New Jersey. "Our constitutional officers provide essential, invaluable services to the people of New Jersey and serve the Garden State with honor and dignity."

The Constitutional Officers Association is composed of elected officials such as county sheriffs, clerks, surrogates, and registers across New Jersey. The association awards lawmakers who demonstrate a commitment to enhancing public service effectiveness in the state.

Morris County Surrogate Heather J. Darling, Esq., remarked on Senator Pennacchio's recognition: "It was my honor to award Senator Pennacchio with Legislator of the Year. Senator Pennacchio has been a long-time friend to the Constitutional Officers by creating commonsense legislation that better enables us to fulfill our obligations to the communities we serve."