U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) on April 10 introduced bipartisan legislation to permit 2020 college graduates to defer their federal student loans for three years due to high unemployment triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic. “In these uncertain times, jobs are Read more…
U.S. Rep. John Katko (R-NY) recently made a bipartisan request that America’s senior citizens have expanded access to Medicare-covered telehealth services. “Currently, Medicare only reimburses recipients for services conducted with audio and video equipment, excluding coverage of mental healthcare services Read more…
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) on April 3 unveiled bipartisan legislation to require the creation of a national commission that would prepare America for future national emergencies. Rep. Fitzpatrick sponsored the Made in America Emergency Preparedness Act, H.R. 6431, with Read more…
With the learning of nearly 90 percent of the world’s student population disrupted by the current pandemic, U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) requested that the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) prioritize distance learning opportunities for children in its COVID-19 Read more…
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) on March 27 introduced a bipartisan bill that would provide $60 billion in emergency funding for nonprofits and create a universal charitable deduction. “Charitable organizations in my community and across our nation are hurting,” Rep. Read more…
Two measures authored by U.S. Rep. John Katko (R-NY) are included among a list of recommendations to improve cybersecurity across public and private sectors in the newly released Cyberspace Solarium Commission report. “In today’s digital world, our national cyber policy Read more…
The U.S. House of Representatives on March 10 approved a bipartisan bill introduced by U.S. Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) and Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) to discharge federal student loan debts for disabled U.S. military veterans. “Our veterans put their lives on Read more…
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) is a co-founder and co-chair of the newly formed bipartisan Coronavirus Task Force. “It is incredibly important that Congress and the American public stay up to date on all the facts relating to coronavirus,” Rep. Read more…
The U.S. House of Representatives on Feb. 28 voted 407-0 to approve bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-TX) to extend the authorization for the establishment of a monument in honor of Gold Star families at no cost Read more…
U.S. Rep. Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (R-PA) on Feb. 25 introduced a bipartisan resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month. Rep. Thompson is the lead original cosponsor of House Resolution (H.Res.) 864 with sponsor U.S. Read more…
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) on Feb. 25 introduced bipartisan legislation that would amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to support apprenticeship programs across the nation. “By promoting the collaboration between higher education and apprentice programs,” Rep. Fitzpatrick said, Read more…
The U.S. House of Representatives on Feb. 25 approved bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Rep. Brad Wenstrup (R-OH) to support the dependents of U.S. military servicemembers killed or severely injured in the line of duty. The bill now advances to Read more…
U.S. Rep. Susan Brooks (R-IN) on Feb. 21 introduced a bipartisan resolution recognizing the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunizations (GAVI). “We must continue to fund this crucial alliance to prevent illnesses, which not only keeps our children healthy and Read more…
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) called on the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to intervene in mining operations at a Pennsylvania quarry where asbestos is being emitted. Rockhill Quarry in Sellersville, Pa., ceased operations in 2018 after it was found to Read more…
U.S. Rep. Dave Joyce (R-OH) on Feb. 13 introduced a bipartisan resolution to support the goals and ideals of the International Year of the Nurse and the Midwife, as designated by the World Health Organization (WHO). “As the co-chair of Read more…
U.S. Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME) on Feb. 13 praised passage by the U.S. House of Representatives of companion, bipartisan legislation that would establish an American women’s history museum in Washington, D.C. The House on Feb. 11 voted 374-37 to approve Read more…
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) on Jan. 28 proposed a bipartisan, bicameral resolution to ensure more Americans pay attention to the crime of stalking. “Congress must continue to raise awareness about the dangers of stalking,” Rep. Fitzpatrick said. “Too many Read more…
U.S. Sen. Deb Fischer (R-NE) on Jan. 28 proposed bipartisan legislation to improve the detection, prevention and treatment of mental health issues among public safety officers. “Nebraska’s firefighters and emergency medical personnel are heroes who keep our families and communities Read more…
The U.S. House of Representatives on Jan. 28 approved bipartisan legislation cosponsored by U.S. Reps. Susan Brooks (R-IN) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) to support empowerment, economic security and educational opportunities for adolescent girls around the world. “I am encouraged by Read more…
U.S. Sen. Mike Rounds’ (R-SD) bipartisan Memorializing Veterans Act became law on Jan. 17 with the president’s signature. “I thank President Trump for signing into law our bipartisan bill that establishes a grant program to honor veterans’ legacies,” Sen. Rounds Read more…
U.S. Reps. Mac Thornberry (R-TX), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), and John Katko (R-NY) voiced support for the Trump administration’s Jan. 3 air strike that killed Iranian Maj. Gen. Qasem Soleimani, who led the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force, a designated Read more…
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) praised the Dec. 18 committee passage of the bipartisan, bicameral Global Child Thrive Act of 2019, which he introduced in October to support early childhood development around the world. “I applaud my colleagues on the Read more…
To help fight the nation’s ongoing opioid epidemic, U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) urged airlines to keep drug overdose medication like naloxone onboard aircraft in their medical emergency kits. “Naloxone is a critical, life-saving drug. Flight crews should be equipped Read more…
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) on Nov. 21 introduced a bipartisan bill that would give the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) a longer deadline to list fentanyl-related drugs as Schedule I substances, which are defined as drugs with no currently accepted Read more…
The U.S. House of Representatives on Nov. 13 approved bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) to honor American females who joined the workforce or volunteered during World War II. “I’m proud that the House has recognized these Read more…
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) on Nov. 1 made a public plea for Congress to support a nationwide federal infrastructure package that would improve the nation’s economy, workforce, public safety, and the environment alongside overdue fixes for America’s roads, rails, Read more…
U.S. Sen. Steve Daines (R-MT) last week requested action by the U.S. Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee on his bipartisan proposal to combat online booking fraud. Sen. Daines on July 23 sponsored the Stop Online Booking Scams Act of Read more…
Eligible small businesses would receive loan guarantees for their purchases and installation of cybersecurity technology and services under a new bipartisan bill proposed by U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA). “This bipartisan legislation is a crucial step toward ensuring small businesses Read more…
The United States should remain committed to assisting refugees, particularly those who have been displaced by violence, said U.S. Rep. Steve Stivers (R-OH) and 16 members of the U.S. House of Representatives. “Our nation has a long history of standing Read more…
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) recently spearheaded the launch of a Joint Federal-State Task Force to investigate the financial and manpower constraints faced by America’s volunteer fire companies, including those in Pennsylvania. “In a state where over 90 percent of Read more…
The U.S. House Science, Space, and Technology Committee on Oct. 17 approved by voice vote a bipartisan, bicameral bill introduced by U.S. Rep. John Moolenaar (R-MI) to provide for federal coordination of activities supporting sustainable chemistry. “Thank you to my Read more…
U.S. Rep. Michael McCaul (R-TX), ranking member of the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee, on Oct. 16 introduced a bipartisan bill that would sanction Turkey, imposing consequences for the country’s assault on Syrian Democratic Forces and Kurdish civilians. “The carnage Read more…
U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-IL) on Oct. 16 introduced bipartisan legislation authorizing a formal review of relations between the United States and Turkey, specifically to assess whether Turkey has met its duties and obligations with the NATO alliance. “What’s happening Read more…
A bipartisan request earlier this year led by U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) asking the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Inspector General to examine toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination has paid off. The DOD Inspector General said on Read more…
U.S. Sens. Rob Portman (R-OH) and Susan Collins (R-ME) last week helped lead a bipartisan, bicameral contingent in seeking the immediate discharge of any outstanding federal student loan debt held by totally and permanently disabled Americans, including U.S. military veterans. Read more…
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) announced a $1 million federal grant for research on the health effects of exposure to toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) during an Oct. 8 press conference at Temple University’s Ambler campus in Montgomery County, Read more…
U.S. Reps. Larry Bucshon (R-IN) and Ami Bera (D-CA), both physicians, along with 24 Republican colleagues, strongly oppose a provision in the 2020 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule that would not include the adjusted values for the revised office/outpatient Read more…
The U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee recently approved a bipartisan bill sponsored by U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan (R-FL) that would help end wildlife trafficking. “I was pleased to see this important measure take another critical step forward and urge Senate Read more…
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) on Sept. 26 offered bipartisan legislation to eliminate certain fuel excise taxes and impose a tax on greenhouse gas emissions that would provide revenue for maintaining and building America’s infrastructure in efforts to mitigate the Read more…
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) on Sept. 20 sponsored bipartisan legislation to ensure that a fair percentage of federal cancer research funds are dedicated to pediatric cancer research. Rep. Fitzpatrick introduced the Fairness to Kids with Cancer Act, H.R. 4429, Read more…
The U.S. House Homeland Security Committee on Sept. 25 advanced bipartisan cybersecurity legislation sponsored by U.S. Rep. John Katko (R-NY). The congressman in March sponsored the Cybersecurity Advisory Committee Authorization Act of 2019, H.R. 1975, which would establish a cybersecurity Read more…
U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan (R-FL) recently introduced the bipartisan Human Trafficking and Exploitation Prevention Training Act of 2019. “Human trafficking is a vile and monstrous crime against women and children,” Rep. Buchanan said. “Educating students and teachers about the warning Read more…
The U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday approved bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter (R-GA) to establish a state grant program that would help prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, including the installation of alarms. “I’m very glad that this Read more…
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) on Aug. 6 introduced bipartisan legislation to authorize federal grant funds for child DNA identification kits that could be used at home. “When a child goes missing, every second counts in the search to bring Read more…
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) is cosponsoring a bipartisan bill to spur the employment of Americans with disabilities. “Individuals with disabilities contribute immensely to our workforce and economy,” Rep. Fitzpatrick said last week. “Incentivizing employers to hire qualified individuals with Read more…
U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) on July 25 sponsored bipartisan legislation that would establish the Mental Health in Schools Excellence Program to increase the recruitment and retention of school-based mental health services providers. “Ensuring students have access to mental health Read more…
U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker (R-MS) recently sponsored a bipartisan, bicameral bill that would require a certain percentage of natural gas and crude oil exports be transported on American-built and United States-flag vessels. Sen. Wicker on July 18 introduced the Energizing Read more…
U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) on July 17 cosponsored bipartisan legislation promoting cybersecurity and related careers to Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) students. “Part of rebuilding our nation’s military is investing in our future servicemen and women,” Sen. Blackburn Read more…
U.S. Rep. John Katko (R-NY) is leading efforts to mitigate lead poisoning around the nation, particularly in cities like Syracuse, N.Y., where 90 percent of homes were built before the 1978 federal ban on lead paint. “Lead poisoning is a Read more…
A bipartisan, bicameral anti-wildlife trafficking proposal sponsored by U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan (R-FL) on Monday received approval from the U.S. House of Representatives and moves on to the U.S. Senate for consideration. “Wildlife trafficking is a nefarious and persistent threat Read more…