U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA)
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Fitzpatrick, Cartwright reintroduce bill protecting public employee rights
U.S. Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) and Matt Cartwright (PA-8) have reintroduced the Public Service Freedom to Negotiate Act, a bill designed to safeguard the rights of public employees to join unions and engage in collective bargaining on behalf of middle-class workers.
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FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 passes with bipartisan support
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act of 2024 has passed the House with overwhelming bipartisan support—387 to 26. Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick has commended this significant development, noting that the legislation represents a substantial stride towards enhancing aviation safety, strengthening sky defenses, supporting the aviation workforce, and implementing crucial improvements to consumer protections and accessibility.
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Bipartisan bill introduced to modernize Medicare reimbursement for cancer treatment
On May 15, 2024, Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), John Joyce, M.D. (PA-13), and Paul Tonko (NY-20) introduced the bipartisan Radiation Oncology Case Rate (ROCR) Value-Based Program Act of 2024 in Washington, DC. The proposed legislation aims to modernize Medicare reimbursement for radiation therapy, thereby ensuring nationwide access to high-quality cancer treatments. The Act is expected to improve patient outcomes, reduce health disparities and generate savings for Medicare.
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Saracini Enhanced Aviation Safety Act passes House, fortifying aviation security
Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) has announced a significant victory for aviation safety. Provisions from his Saracini Enhanced Aviation Safety Act were included in the bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, which passed the House today with overwhelming support. Senator Bob Casey sponsored companion legislation which passed in the Senate last week.
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Fitzpatrick tops bipartisan index for fifth consecutive year
This week, the Lugar Center and Georgetown University’s McCourt School revealed the Bipartisan Index Rankings for Congress in 2023 for the first session of the 118th Congress. Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) has been ranked as the most bipartisan Member of Congress for the fifth consecutive year.
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Bipartisan bill introduced to mitigate AI risks in elections
On May 14, 2024, Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), Chrissy Houlahan (PA-6), Doug Lamborn (CO-5), and Abigail Spanberger (VA-7) announced their new legislation, the Preparing Election Administrators for AI Act. This bipartisan bill aims to mitigate potential risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in elections.
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Congressmen re-introduce BUILD Veterans Businesses Act for infrastructure contracts
Congressmen Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), Andy Kim (NJ-3), and André Carson (IN-7) have re-introduced the bipartisan Better Utilizing Infrastructure for Lasting Development of (BUILD) Veterans Businesses Act. This legislation aims to establish a new program that allows veteran-owned small businesses to secure up to 3 percent of federal-aid highway and public transportation contracts.
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Congressmen call on Biden for immigration reform via executive orders
Today, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) and Congressman Tom Suozzi (NY-3), in collaboration with the American Business Immigration Coalition (ABIC) and American Families United (AFU), appealed to President Biden to issue executive orders. The proposed orders aim to bring order to the border and expand the issuance of work permits for families with mixed immigration status.
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Bipartisan resolution introduced in Congress to honor Jewish American Heritage Month
Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), Troy A. Carter, Sr. (LA-2), and Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-1) introduced a bipartisan Jewish American Heritage Month Resolution to recognize the significant contributions of Jewish Americans to the society and culture of the United States.
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Fitzpatrick Once Again Selected for Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program by House Leadership
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) expressed his gratitude upon being chosen for the Green & Gold Congressional Aide Program once again. Fitzpatrick stated, “It is a great honor to have an experienced member of the veteran community serve as a bridge between our local veterans and the federal government, ensuring we effectively advocate for our veterans' needs while delivering the personalized care and results they deserve."Fitzpatrick also acknowledged the contributions of US Army Captain Macklin Wagner, a previous participant in the program,...
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Legislation Introduced to Ban Private Possession of Primates
U.S. Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) and Earl Blumenauer (OR-3) and U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (CT) have introduced the Captive Primate Safety Act, a bipartisan and bicameral legislation aimed at banning private ownership of primates. The bill seeks to protect both the well-being of primates and public safety by prohibiting interstate commerce and private possession of these animals.Congressman Fitzpatrick emphasized the importance of animal welfare in this initiative, stating, “For far too long primates have been mistreated, exploited, and abused while also...
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Reintroduced Child Rescue Act Aims to Combat Child Exploitation & Abuse
U.S. Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick, Abigail Spanberger, and Burgess Owens have reintroduced the bipartisan Child Rescue Act in an effort to strengthen federal initiatives aimed at rescuing children from sexual exploitation and abuse. The legislation comes as a response to the growing concern surrounding the online exploitation of children, with technology companies reporting a staggering number of abusive images and videos to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children's CyberTipline.Congressman Fitzpatrick emphasized the importance of protecting children...
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Fitzpatrick Chosen to Lead Working Families Tax Team
Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick has been selected by the Ways and Means Committee to Chair the American Working Families tax team. In a statement released today, Congressman Fitzpatrick emphasized the importance of protecting American families from potential tax hikes. He stated, “Our hardworking American families are facing the most substantial tax hike in our nation’s history, and it is incumbent upon us to exhaust every avenue to shield them from bearing the brunt of this burden and not take more out of their pockets.”Fitzpatrick highlighted the potential consequences of...
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Ukraine Caucus Co-Chairs Urge Swift Senate Passage of Aid for Ukraine
WASHINGTON, DC – The bipartisan Co-Chairs of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-9), and Congressman Mike Quigley (IL-05), have applauded the House passage of supplemental aid for Ukraine and are urging swift Senate passage."For more than two years, Vladimir Putin has waged a brutal and unprovoked war of aggression against Ukraine. The world has witnessed a sovereign nation — an emerging democracy — fight for their freedom and their liberty against the third largest military in the world," stated the...
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Fitzpatrick, Bipartisan Colleagues Introduce Bill to Prevent U.S. Trade Policy Favoring Foreign E-Commerce
WASHINGTON, DC – In a move to address disparities in U.S. trade policy, Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, Brad Wenstrup, Mike Carey, Ruben Gallego, Lou Correa, and Carol Miller have introduced H.R. 8059, the U.S. Foreign Trade Zone Parity Act, aimed at preventing U.S. trade policy from favoring foreign e-commerce distribution operations over domestic ones.The bill seeks to rectify the current situation where e-commerce shipments from outside the U.S. are given special treatment compared to domestic shipments. Congressman Fitzpatrick emphasized the need for parity in U.S. trade...
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Fitzpatrick, Golden Statement on Speaker Johnson’s Foreign Aid, Border Security Effort
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressmen Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) and Jared Golden (ME-2), the bipartisan co-leads of the Defending Borders, Defending Democracies Act, have issued a statement regarding the ongoing discussions in the House on foreign aid and border security legislation.The Congressmen emphasized the importance of secure borders for the defense of democracy against hostile foreign actors, including Mexican drug cartels, Hamas terrorists, and dictators in Iran, Russia, and China. They stated, "We have for months worked to keep up the pressure on our colleagues to act on...
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Fitzpatrick, Pappas, Kildee, Gillibrand Introduce Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Address PFAS Contamination and Hold Polluters Accountable
WASHINGTON, DC – Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), Chris Pappas (NH-1), Dan Kildee (MI-18), and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (NY) have reintroduced bipartisan, bicameral legislation aimed at addressing PFAS contamination and holding polluters accountable.Congressman Fitzpatrick emphasized the importance of setting and enforcing criteria to keep PFAS chemicals out of Americans' drinking water, stating, "Congress must do everything it can to set and enforce criteria to keep PFAS chemicals out of Americans’ drinking water."Congressman Chris Pappas highlighted the...
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Fitzpatrick, Castro Launch Bipartisan Push to Protect U.S. Development Finance Programs from Waste, Fraud, and Abuse
Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick and Joaquin Castro have put forth the Enhancing Development Finance Corporation Oversight Act of 2024, a bipartisan effort aimed at enhancing oversight and accountability of U.S. foreign aid programs. The legislation seeks to grant law enforcement authority to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) of the United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)."The International Development Finance Corporation Office of Inspector General (DFC OIG) must be given law enforcement authority in order to properly provide oversight of its...
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Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick Applauds EPA's National Drinking Water Standard for PFAS Chemicals
WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) commended the Environmental Protection Agency for establishing a national drinking water standard to address PFAS (per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances) chemicals in drinking water. Fitzpatrick, who serves as the Co-Chair of the bipartisan Congressional PFAS Task Force, expressed his satisfaction with the EPA's announcement."As Co-Chair of the bipartisan Congressional PFAS Task Force, I am pleased with today’s announcement from the Environmental Protection Agency finally establishing a national drinking water standard for PFAS...
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Legislation Introduced to Combat Antisemitism in the U.S.
U.S. Representatives and Senators have come together to introduce a bipartisan bicameral bill aimed at addressing the alarming rise of antisemitism in the United States. The Countering Antisemitism Act has been put forward by a group of lawmakers including U.S. Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick, Chris Smith, Randy Weber, and Kathy Manning, as well as Senators Jacky Rosen and James Lankford.Congressman Fitzpatrick expressed his concerns about the increasing acts of antisemitism in the country, stating, "Antisemitism has no place in our country." He highlighted the...