Rep. Bill Pascrell (D-NJ) has passed away. “It is with deep sadness that we announce that Bill Pascrell Jr., our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away this morning. As our United States Representative, Bill fought to his last breath to return to the job he cherished and to the people he loved. Bill lived his entire life in Paterson and had an unwavering love for the city he grew up in and served. He is now at peace after a lifetime devoted to our great nation America,” a statement from his X account read. It is with deep sadness that we announce that Bill Pascrell Jr., our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away this morning. As our United States Representative, Bill fought to his last breath to return to the job he cherished and to the people he loved. Bill lived… — Bill Pascrell, Jr. (@BillPascrell) August 21, 2024 He was 87. Per NBC News: The 14-term congressman was hospitalized for nearly a month this summer after experiencing a fever related to a respiratory illness. He was discharged to a rehabilitation center on Aug. 7 but was readmitted to Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, N.J., just four days later. The feisty octogenarian was the second-oldest House member, only behind only retiring Rep. Grace Napolitano, D-Calif. The oldest member of Congress is Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, who turns 91 on Sept. 17. Pascrell was the second New Jersey congressman to die this year. Fellow Democrat Donald Payne Jr. died on April 24 at the age of 65 after suffering a heart attack related to diabetes complications. Pascrell had been running for re-election to his 9th District seat in November. Incredibly sad news: @BillPascrell, a 14-term congressman and a beloved son of Paterson, has died.https://t.co/6mCkkYU8pO — Joey Fox (@pocryphal) August 21, 2024 “Bill Pascrell embodied the spirit of New Jersey. As a first son of Paterson, he never forgot where he came from, leaving an indelible mark on North Jersey as a mayor, a public-school teacher, an assemblyman, and a congressman who never, ever backed down from doing what was right,” Rep. Frank Pallone (D-NJ) said. Bill Pascrell embodied the spirit of New Jersey. As a first son of Paterson, he never forgot where he came from, leaving an indelible mark on North Jersey as a mayor, a public-school teacher, an assemblyman, and a congressman who never, ever backed down from doing what was right. pic.twitter.com/rH1gJfWDkw — Rep. Frank Pallone (@FrankPallone) August 21, 2024 New Jersey Monitor reports: Pascrell was a longtime co-chair of the congressional law enforcement caucus and an ardent opponent of former President Donald Trump. The congressman railed against the former president’s tax policy and repeatedly sought to undo a $10,000 cap on state and local tax deductions that disproportionately affected residents in high-tax states like New Jersey. He repeatedly called for criminal investigations into Trump and Postmaster General Louis DeJoy over policy changes at the United States Postal Service in 2020 and sought to block the swearings-in of congresspeople who joined Trump’s efforts to overturn President Joe Biden’s election. Pascrell was an advocate for first responders and veterans. He championed legislation extending grants to local fire departments to hire additional personnel, purchase equipment, and fund fire prevention programs. “Today, we mourn the loss of a great friend and colleague, Congressman Bill Pascrell. Bill was a dedicated public servant, a tireless advocate for his constituents, and a passionate supporter of firefighters. We worked closely together on many issues. My deepest condolences go out to his family during this difficult time. Bill will be dearly missed,” said Rep. Tom Kean (R-07), who cosponsored a recent bill with Pascrell reauthorizing grants for firefighters.

The Oklahoma State Cowboys football team is believed to be the first in the nation to put QR codes on their players’ helmets to promote the team’s “NIL fund.” “The future is here! Scan QR codes all season long to donate!” OSU Cowboy Football posted on its X account. The future is here! Scan QR codes all season long to donate! Donate at https://t.co/zC0QPmFd4y : https://t.co/RTTmUvztbY pic.twitter.com/ZiIbaweexG — OSU Cowboy Football (@CowboyFB) August 20, 2024 “Oklahoma State football coach Mike Gundy announced that the Cowboys will wear QR codes on their helmets this season that link to the general team fund for every student-athlete on the roster,” Cowboy Football wrote. Oklahoma State will wear QR codes on their helmets this season linking to general team fund for every student-athlete on the roster. It’s believed to mark 1st time a college football team will wear QR codes in regular season games to promote players’ earning potential pic.twitter.com/V4kkQz6zmd — Brett McMurphy (@Brett_McMurphy) August 20, 2024 Per Cowboy Football: It is believed to mark the first time that a college football team will wear QR codes in regular season games to promote players’ earning potential. “This is a revolutionary step forward to help keep Oklahoma State football ahead of the game,” Gundy said. “It gives a chance for everyday fans across the world to have a real impact when it comes to supporting the NIL efforts for Cowboy football. I’m thrilled about this opportunity for our players.” The QR codes will be applied to the back of each helmet via 1.5 square inch decals that feature each player’s name and number in the design. Although the QR codes aren’t expected to be visible from the stands on game day, close shots during broadcasts, as well as postgame photos posted to social media are expected to raise the team’s NIL value throughout the year. In addition to the QR codes on the back of every helmet, they will also be on each player’s bag tag for use during “The Walk” on game days and for travel during the season. A QR code will also be placed on coasters in the premium areas of Boone Pickens Stadium, on signage throughout the stadium and on the OSU football equipment truck. Oklahoma State players will wear QR codes on their helmets that will link to a donations page for their NIL collective this season pic.twitter.com/D6G25bHn6u — FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) August 20, 2024 OSU players will wear QR codes on their helmets this season that link to the general team fund for every student-athlete on the roster, via @CowboyFB Close shots during broadcasts and photos posted to social media are expected to raise the team's NIL value pic.twitter.com/XTNpdU6ME9 — Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) August 20, 2024 Per ESPN: Last week, Gundy lamented the haggling and distractions of the NIL era, which now includes agents for college players. “We have to have those conversations with [the players]. ‘Tell your agent to quit calling us and asking for more money.’ It’s non-negotiable now. It’ll start again in December,” Gundy said. “So now we’re able to direct ourselves just in football, and that part is fun.” The Cowboys open the season Aug. 31 against defending FCS national champion South Dakota State. Oklahoma State is ranked No. 18 in the ESPN preseason rankings, headlined by star running back Ollie Gordon II, who led the nation with 1,732 rushing yards last season. “The good news is, the next five months we can just play football,” Gundy said. “There’s no negotiating now. The portal’s over. All the negotiation’s history. Now we’re playing football.”

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