Declan Joseph O'Scanlon Jr. is a Republican politician representing New Jersey's 13th Legislative District in the State Senate since 2018. Born on June 9, 1963, in Marlboro Township and raised in Little Silver, he is a lifelong Monmouth County resident, CEO of FSD Enterprises LLC , and Board President of Love Thy Neighbor, a faith-based nonprofit. Notable achievements include serving as Republican Budget Officer since 2022 , leading efforts with Governor Christie for the 2% property tax cap, and sponsoring pension, benefits, and arbitration reforms to control spending and property taxes. He is outspoken on issues like red light cameras, driver's rights, organ donation, and drug policy, and serves on committees including Budget, Law and Public Safety, Budget Oversight, and Public Schools.

Education and Political Experience

Education:

B.A. in Psychology and B.S. in Finance from Monmouth University.

Political Experience:

- Little Silver Borough Council , including as police commissioner.

- New Jersey General Assembly : Represented 12th District then 13th District; roles included Assistant Republican Whip , Policy Co-Chair , and Republican Budget Officer .

- New Jersey Senate : 13th District, Republican Budget Officer .