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New Jersey's Sen. Lautenberg Dies at 89; Legacy in Legislation Remembered

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New Jersey's Sen. Lautenberg Dies at 89; Legacy in Legislation Remembered
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  • Sen. Frank Lautenberg, the longest-serving NJ senator, died at age 89.
  • Lautenberg authored laws on legal drinking age and smoking bans.
    • He was the last World War II veteran in the U.S. Senate.
    • His career focused on safety, public health, and veterans' rights.
    • Lautenberg's work shaped federal safety standards significantly.
    • Gov. Chris Christie will appoint Lautenberg's Senate replacement.
    • He co-founded ADP, growing it to employ thousands worldwide.
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