August 3rd 2023.
We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver on August 1, 2023. She was 71 years old. Her family did not release any information regarding her hospitalization or cause of death.
Gov. Phil Murphy, who was on vacation in Italy at the time of the news, tweeted that he and his family were incredibly saddened by the news. He also said that the five and a half years he served with Oliver was "the best decision I ever made".
Former NJ Gov. Chris Christie also shared his condolences. He described Oliver's passing as a "loss for our state" and said that he would miss her. He praised her for her willingness to work with him and said that they treated each other with kindness and respect.
Oliver was remembered as a trailblazer and an exceptional public speaker. She was the first Black woman to lead the state Assembly and the second woman to lead a state legislature in the United States. She was also praised for her attendance to Murphy's bill signings, something her predecessors did not do.
We ask that you all keep the Oliver family and all those who loved her in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Lt. Governor Sheila Oliver will be deeply missed.
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