| Biography-
Balvir Singh, a husband, a father, a mathematician by training, and a public school educator by profession is proud to represent the Legislative District 7 and serve as the first Sikh legislator in the state's history.
A lifelong champion of resilience and opportunity, Singh spent his early childhood in a small village in Punjab, India before immigrating to the United States with his family. Settling in Burlington City, Singh graduated from Burlington City High School and went on to earn a BA - Mathematics (The College of New Jersey, '07), an M.Sc. - Mathematics (Rutgers University, '09), and a supervisory certificate from Rowan University, '15. With nearly two decades of experience as a public school educator and a passion for shaping the next generation, Singh brings a unique perspective to policymaking.
Singh served on the Burlington Township Board of Education from 2015 to 2017, before his election to the Burlington County Board of Commissioners in 2017. As a Burlington County Commissioner in his 3rd term, Singh worked to address affordable housing, economic development, and public health, supporting initiatives such as distributing over $13 million in rental assistance, launching zero-interest loans for businesses, and efforts to construct a 60-bed emergency shelter for the county's most vulnerable residents.
A proud millennial, Singh is committed to ensuring the voices of everyday people are heard in Trenton. With a focus on education, economic opportunity, and equitable access to essential services, Singh strives to build a better future for all New Jersey residents.
Beyond his political and educational achievements, Balvir Singh is deeply engaged in his community. He enjoys playing pick-up soccer on the weekends and is an avid fan of all Philadelphia sports teams. In his free time, he finds solace in nature through hiking, camping, and road trips with his family. |