Spadea, of Princeton, is running in a special election by Republican committee members in the four counties that comprise the district
Bill SpadeaTRENTON — Bill Spadea, a political operative and real estate executive, announced his candidacy for Assembly in the 16th Legislative District today.
Spadea, of Princeton, is running in a special election by Republican committee members in the four counties that comprise the district. He wants to succeed the late Assemblyman Peter Biondi (R-Somerset), who passed away two days after being reelected .
“Pete Biondi was a great legislator, public servant, community leader and patriot,” said Spadea in a statement. “So many business and political leaders asked and encouraged me to consider this run to do right by Pete’s legacy of public service.”
At least one other person – Hunterdon County Freeholder Will Mennen – is also considering a run for the seat.
Republican committee members from the 16th District’s towns in Hunterdon, Somerset, Mercer and Middlesex Counties will meet within 35 days of the beginning of the new legislative session to select a replacement for Biondi who will serve the first year of what would have been Biondi's eighth term.
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