About
Dr. Herb Conaway, a proud lifelong resident of Burlington County, is the son of a teacher and a nurse. From an early age, he was inspired by his parents' dedication to service and his community, which shaped his desire to give back. After graduating from public high school, Dr. Conaway pursued his passion for medicine, earning an undergraduate degree from Princeton University, a medical degree from Jefferson Medical College, and a law degree from Rutgers Law School in Camden.
Dr. Conaway began his career by serving in the U.S. Air Force, where he rose to the rank of Captain in the Medical Corps at McGuire Air Force Base. During his four years of service, he worked as a general medical officer and advanced to assistant director of the primary care clinic.
After completing his internal medicine residency, Dr. Conaway practiced in primary care settings before transitioning to academia. He became a clinical professor at an inner-city community hospital, mentoring and teaching the next generation of physicians.
For 25 years, Dr. Conaway served the residents of New Jersey's 7th Legislative District as an Assemblyman. In the New Jersey Legislature, he chaired the Health Committee and served on the Budget Committee and the Military and Veterans Affairs Committee. Dr. Conaway played a pivotal role in advancing significant health legislation, sponsoring New Jersey's school funding formula, improving fiscal accountability within school districts, integrating technology into core curriculum standards, and modernizing public school nutritional policies. He also championed legislation addressing environmental protection, property tax relief, veterans’ services, and public safety.
As a Member of the House of Representatives, Dr. Conaway will continue to advocate for an economy that benefits the families of New Jersey's 3rd Congressional District. He is committed to protecting access to healthcare, ensuring environmental protection, and supporting our service members and their families while bolstering our national security.
Members of the U.S. House of Representatives write and vote on federal laws, including the federal budget. Each represents one district and serves a two-year term. Tax bills must start in the House, only the House can impeach federal officials, and members oversee federal agencies through their committees.