N.J. Rep. Tom Kean Jr. addresses absence - CBS New York
New Jersey Congressman Tom Kean Jr. said he is facing a personal medical issue after a weeks-long absence from the House of Representatives.
www.cbsnews.comTom Kean Jr. has been absent from the House for several weeks in 2026 due to a personal health matter, with his office saying he intends to resume full duties once he is able. His most recent reports indicate he has not voted since March 5 and is targeting a return to full health in the near term.[1][2][3]
Key points
- Status: Prolonged absence in early 2026 attributed to a personal/medical issue; no public details disclosed.[3]
- Votes: Last recorded vote March 5; he has missed dozens of roll calls since then.[1][3]
- Context: Represents New Jersey’s 7th District; his absence has drawn coverage given the district’s swing status and GOP majority dynamics.[2][1]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest explicit statements from Kean’s office or summarize how his absence has affected specific votes or committee actions. I can also look for any updates on his anticipated return date or replacement staffing notes from credible outlets.