(Bayonne)-Assemblyman Chiaravalloti (D-31) and Assemblywoman McKnight (D-31) just issued the following statement:

“We appreciate Prieto’s dedicated service, leadership and friendship. It is important for the party to unite and with the excitement surrounding Governor-elect Phil Murphy’s election, and Vincent Prieto’s decision to not run for Speaker, we wish to convey our support for Assemblyman Craig Coughlin as he pursues the Speakership. We are confident that the Legislature and Governor-elect will work together for all New Jerseyans.”