Robert Joseph Auth is a Republican Assembly Member representing New Jersey's 39th Legislative District in the General Assembly since January 14, 2014. A committed conservative, he serves on the Financial Institutions and Insurance Committee, Commerce and Economic Development Committee, and Judiciary Committee. Notable achievements include being the first New Jersey legislator to endorse Donald Trump in 2016, attending Trump's inauguration, and serving as a delegate to the Republican National Convention that year. He won re-election in tight races, including in 2023 against strong Democratic challengers.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Earned a bachelor’s degree in history and philosophy from New York University in 2001.
• Professional Background: 30-year career in insurance policy and regulations; founded an insurance broker small business in 1985; former agency manager at the Motor Vehicle Commission office in North Bergen; teacher in the North Bergen School District .
• Political Experience: Elected in 2013 to replace Bob Schroeder; re-elected multiple times, including close 2023 victory; resides in Old Tappan with his wife and one grown son.