Luanne Peterpaul

Luanne M. Peterpaul is an American politician, lawyer, and former judge. A member of the Democratic Party, she has served as a member of the New Jersey General Assembly for the 11th legislative district, centered in Monmouth County, since January 9, 2024. She is the first out lesbian in the New Jersey legislature.

Early life and career Peterpaul served as a board chair of Garden State Equality for 12 years. She helped establish same-sex marriage in New Jersey. In 2011, she co-authored the New Jersey Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights that was signed into law by governor Chris Christie.

District 11 Each of the 40 districts in the New Jersey Legislature has one representative in the New Jersey Senate and two members in the New Jersey General Assembly. The representatives from the 11th District for the 2024—2025 Legislative Session are: Senator Vin Gopal (D) Assemblywoman Margie Donlon (D) Assemblywoman Luanne Peterpaul (D)

Electoral history