Rep. Thomas Kean, Jr.released the following statement on the death of former State Sen. Ronald Rice:
“I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Senator Ronald Rice, a candid and passionate leader in everything he did in service to our state and country. I have known Ron Rice since I was in high school a,nd it was a privilege to learn from, and serve with, him in the Senate. Ron leaves behind a legacy of honorable service and he will be greatly missed. My sincere condolences and prayers to his family and friends during this time of grief.”