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Congressman Fitzpatrick announces $4 million grant for Bristol Township Senior Center

Langhorne, PA – Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) announced a $4,000,000 Community Project Funding (CPF) grant to establish a new Senior Center in Bristol Township. This initiative is part of his ongoing efforts to secure resources for the senior community in Pennsylvania's 1st Congressional District.

By Lower Bucks Today | Sep 19, 2024

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Fitzpatrick receives Guardian award for support of small businesses

U.S. Representative Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) received the Guardian of Small Business Award from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) for his consistent voting record and commitment to pro-growth policies supporting small businesses.

By Lower Bucks Today | Sep 18, 2024

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Bipartisan bill introduced targeting fraudulent use of artificial intelligence in campaign ads

By Lower Bucks Today | Sep 17, 2024

On September 17, 2024, Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), Derek Kilmer (WA), Lori Chavez-DeRemer (OR), and Adam Schiff (CA) introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at combating fraudulent advertisements in elections. The AI Ads Act seeks to prohibit the fraudulent misrepresentation of political candidates or committees through content generated by artificial intelligence (AI) and codify bipartisan recommendations made by the Federal Election Committee (FEC).

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House passes bill awarding Billie Jean King Congressional Gold Medal

By Lower Bucks Today | Sep 17, 2024

On September 17, 2024, Representative Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) announced the passage of his bipartisan, bicameral legislation with Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) in the House of Representatives to award Billie Jean King the Congressional Gold Medal. This honor celebrates her lifetime of advocacy and pursuit of equality both on and off the tennis court. With the President’s signature, Billie Jean King will become the first female athlete in history to receive this recognition.

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Bipartisan lawmakers introduce Stand With Ukraine Act

By Lower Bucks Today | Sep 12, 2024

Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Joe Wilson (SC-02), and Mike Quigley (IL-05) have introduced the bipartisan, bicameral Stand With Ukraine Act. This legislation aims to ensure that the 10-year Bilateral Security Agreement made in June 2024 between the United States and Ukraine is upheld, promoting peace and security in Ukraine. A companion bill was introduced in the Senate by Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC).

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Fitzpatrick secures $4 million grant for Route 1 corridor revitalization

By Lower Bucks Today | Sep 12, 2024

Langhorne, PA – Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) announced today that he has secured a $4,000,000 Community Project Funding (CPF) grant for the revitalization and redevelopment of the Route 1 Corridor in Bensalem Township. This project spans from the Philadelphia border to Middletown Township and the Neshaminy Creek.

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Representatives announce grant for Middle Bucks CTC improvements

By Lower Bucks Today | Sep 10, 2024

HARRISBURG – Representatives Kristin Marcell (R-Bucks), Joe Hogan (R-Bucks), and Shelby Labs (R-Bucks) announced today that Middle Bucks Institute of Technology (MBIT) has been awarded funding through the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Environmental Repairs Grant Program for facility upgrades.

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Grant awarded to Middle Bucks Institute of Technology for facility upgrades

By Lower Bucks Today | Sep 10, 2024

Reps. Kristin Marcell (R-Bucks), Joe Hogan (R-Bucks), and Shelby Labs (R-Bucks) announced today that Middle Bucks Institute of Technology (MBIT) has been awarded funding through the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Environmental Repairs Grant Program for facility upgrades.

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Fitzpatrick secures $2.9 million grant for United Way's HELP Center

By Lower Bucks Today | Sep 9, 2024

Langhorne, PA – Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) announced today the securing of a $2.9 million Community Project Funding (CPF) grant for United Way of Bucks County. This funding was introduced by Fitzpatrick into the FY2024 Consolidated Appropriations Act as part of the Community Project Funding program, which allows Members of Congress to direct federal funds towards projects within their districts that address significant community needs.

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Fitzpatrick secures $1 million for Bucks County crisis stabilization center

By Lower Bucks Today | Sep 8, 2024

Langhorne, PA – Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) announced the allocation of a $1,000,000 Community Project Funding (CPF) grant for the establishment of the Bright Path Center in Doylestown. This center is set to be Pennsylvania's first crisis stabilization facility.

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Fitzpatrick secures $2.9M grant for Bucks County homeless shelter

By Lower Bucks Today | Sep 5, 2024

Langhorne, PA – Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) announced the securing of a $2.9 million Community Project Funding (CPF) grant for the Family Service Association of Bucks County. This funding, introduced by Fitzpatrick as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 Consolidated Appropriations Act, is a component of the Community Project Funding program, which enables Members of Congress to direct federal resources toward projects and programs within their districts that address critical community needs.

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Fitzpatrick leads key intelligence meetings in Asia to strengthen U.S. alliances

By Lower Bucks Today | Sep 4, 2024

Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), Chairman of the National Intelligence Enterprise Subcommittee of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and Member of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, recently returned from leading a series of military and intelligence meetings across Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. This mission aimed to advance U.S. intelligence objectives and reinforce global partnerships.

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Fitzpatrick secures funds for groundbreaking safety initiative at Newportville fire company

By Lower Bucks Today | Aug 30, 2024

Congressman Fitzpatrick has now delivered over $1.6 million in crucial FY23 funding to local fire departments, EMS, and rescue squads.

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350K grant awarded for new SWAT vehicle in Bensalem

By Lower Bucks Today | Aug 29, 2024

HARRISBURG – Sen. Frank Farry (R-6), along with Reps. K.C. Tomlinson (R-18), Kristin Marcell (R-178), Shelby Labs (R-143), Joe Hogan (R-142) and Craig Staats (R-145), announced today that the Bensalem Township Police Department has been awarded a $350,000 grant to acquire a Lenco BearCat. The state-of-the-art armored rescue vehicle will serve all three Bucks County regional special units and tactical (SWAT) teams.

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Bipartisan legislation introduced aiming at reducing healthcare costs

By Lower Bucks Today | Aug 28, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) was joined by Representatives Blake Moore (UT-1), Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), Brad Schneider (IL-10), Adrian Smith (NE-3), and Raul Ruiz (CA-35) to introduce the Health Out-of-Pocket Expense (HOPE) Act. This bipartisan legislation aims to establish a tax-advantaged account that allows millions of Americans with most types of insurance coverage to save for health care costs through individual and employer contributions.

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Farry announces $1.5 million in grants for local transportation improvements

By Lower Bucks Today | Aug 21, 2024

HARRISBURG – Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) and Reps. Kristin Marcell (R-178) and Joe Hogan (R-142) announced today that more than $1.5 million in grants from the Multimodal Transportation Fund have been awarded to improve safety in their district.

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More than $103K in unclaimed property returned during Bucks County events

By Lower Bucks Today | Aug 21, 2024

Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced the return of more than $103,000 worth of unclaimed property to Bucks County residents at recent events hosted by Senator Frank Farry (R-6), Representative Joe Hogan (R-142), Representative Kristin Marcell (R-178), and Representative K.C. Tomlinson (R-18).

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Bipartisan group introduces act withholding US funds from anti-Israel UN agencies

By Lower Bucks Today | Aug 20, 2024

On August 20, 2024, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), along with a bipartisan group of colleagues, introduced the Stand with Israel Act. This legislation aims to withhold U.S. funding from United Nations agencies that expel, downgrade, suspend, or otherwise restrict the participation of the State of Israel. The bill mirrors existing prohibitions on funding UN entities that elevate the Palestinian Authority to member state status.

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Fitzpatrick secures additional funding exceeding $964K for Pennsylvania fire departments

By Lower Bucks Today | Aug 16, 2024

LANGHORNE, PA – Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) announced the allocation of $613,363.63 for Edgely Fire Company, $302,347.27 for Quakertown Fire Department, and $48,393.33 for Plumsteadville Volunteer Fire Company through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program.

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PennDOT advances study on Woodbourne Road rail crossing

By Lower Bucks Today | Aug 15, 2024

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is advancing a study on the Woodbourne Road Rail Crossing in Middletown Township. This development comes as part of an initiative supported by Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) and Rep. Joe Hogan, who have announced that PennDOT has secured a grant through the Federal Railroad Administration under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.