it on June 26 by a vote of 23-15. Christie vetoed the bill on Friday.

See related article: Chris Christie Signs 53 Bills Into Law 32BJ SEIU Vice President and NJ State Director Kevin Brown released the following statement about the veto: "With the stroke of his veto pen, Governor Chris Christie has chosen to leave thousands of hardworking people and their families in abject poverty. Instead of supporting the STAFER Act — legislation that would have ensured privately contracted airport, rail and ferry workers received a living wage and benefits — Christie rejected it, proving once again he is out of step with the will of the legislature and the people." Brown continued:

"Even as Christie's time in office comes to an end, his mean-spirited veto won't stop ourmission to help workers fight for their rights… As the sun sets on Governor Christie's tumultuous last days in office, this veto will serve as another reminder of his failed legacy. Already tarnished by Bridgegate, BeachGate, HelicopterGate and a host of bullying rants, Christie's legacy now includes leaving thousands of New Jersey workers stuck in poverty. Chris Christie will leave New Jersey residents with nothing in the end but scandals, legal bills and more working New Jerseyans struggling to take care of their families." Workers at Newark Airport have been vocal about their demand for a living wage, and have been holding protests at the busy transportation hub for years, gaining the support of elected officials such as New Jersey Senate President Steve Sweeney, U.S. Senator Cory Booker,