Representative Barbara McCann Stamato Contact information

Barbara McCann Stamato is an American Democratic Party politician serving as a member of the New Jersey General Assembly for the 31st legislative district. She took office on January 9, 2024.

Born and raised in Jersey City, Barbara is the youngest of five children to Roy and Betty McCann. Her mother, who is 96 years young, still lives in the family’s Greenville home on Winfield Avenue. Barbara and her husband, Pat, have been married for 30 years and raised their two sons, Alex and Gregory, in Jersey City.

Barbara has an extensive background in Democratic politics. She has served on the New Jersey Democratic State Committee and been involved in Democratic organizations in Hudson County and Jersey City. Her experience includes working as a legislative aide in the New Jersey General Assembly.

In the 2023 New Jersey General Assembly election, Barbara McCann Stamato and her incumbent running mate, William Sampson, defeated their Republican opponents. Barbara was one of 27 members elected for the first time to serve in the General Assembly, representing more than one-third of the seats.

For the 2024-2025 Legislative Session, Barbara McCann Stamato serves on the following committees:

• Community Development and Women’s Affairs
• Transportation and Independent Authorities

In the 31st Legislative District, she represents the people alongside Senator Angela V. McKnight and Assemblyman William Sampson.