Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.)
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Recent News About Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.)
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Bipartisan bill introduced targeting fraudulent use of artificial intelligence in campaign ads
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
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
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
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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Fitzpatrick secures $2.9 million grant for United Way's HELP Center
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
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
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
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
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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Bipartisan legislation introduced aiming at reducing healthcare costs
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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Bipartisan group introduces act withholding US funds from anti-Israel UN agencies
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
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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Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick receives prestigious JFK Memorial Medal from Ancient Order of Hibernians
This weekend, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) received the 2024 John F. Kennedy Memorial Medal from the National Chapter of the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) at their 102nd National AOH-LAOH Convention in Washington, DC.
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Fitzpatrick secures additional funding for Pennsylvania fire department
LANGHORNE, PA – Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) announced today that he has secured $251,653.33 for Richlandtown Fire Company through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program.
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Congressman Fitzpatrick leads overseas trip securing release of U.S. citizen from DRC
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), Chairman of the National Intelligence Subcommittee of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and Member of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, recently led a weeklong series of intelligence meetings in Liberia, Nigeria, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), and Germany.
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Bipartisan initiative reintroduced for National Night Out on August 6
Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) and Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) have reintroduced a bipartisan resolution to designate August 6, 2024, as National Night Out. This event has been instrumental in building strong partnerships with first responders and fostering unity within neighborhoods for nearly four decades.
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Bipartisan bill aims to expand cyber workforce through apprenticeships
On August 5, 2024, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), alongside U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (TN), Jacky Rosen (NV), and Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03), announced the reintroduction of the bipartisan and bicameral Cyber Ready Workforce Act. This legislation aims to direct the U.S. Department of Labor to award grants to increase access to registered apprenticeship programs in cybersecurity.
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Fitzpatrick secures over $130K in federal funds for local EMS squads
LANGHORNE, PA – Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) announced today that he has secured $90,416.36 for the Tri-Hampton Rescue Squad and $43,485.71 for the Point Pleasant-Plumsteadville EMS through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program.
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Bipartisan group pushes legislation aimed at stabilizing refinery operations amid rising compliance costs
Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick has joined a bipartisan, bicameral group urging the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW) and U.S. House Committees on Agriculture; Energy and Commerce; and Natural Resources to address issues affecting oil refinery union jobs and energy security by considering the Safeguarding Domestic Energy Production and Independence Act.
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Lawmakers reintroduce Campus Accountability Act targeting college sexual assaults
Today, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), along with U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (NY), U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley (IA), and Congressman Ro Khanna (CA-17), announced the reintroduction of the bipartisan and bicameral Campus Accountability and Safety Act. This legislation aims to combat sexual assault on college and university campuses by improving how institutions address and report incidents of sexual assault. The bill seeks to protect both survivors and accused students by ensuring a uniform and fair process for investigating and conducting campus disciplinary...