WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: Federal funding comes from infrastructure law grant program for K-12 public schools to make energy upgrades to decrease costs Pittsburgh Public Schools and Wilkinsburg School District to make needed energy upgrades to ensure schools remain open, energy-efficient, and safe learning environments Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and John Fetterman (D-PA) and U.S. Representatives Chris Deluzio (D-PA-17) and S  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Robert Casey Jr., D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: Lock and dam removal is part of broader effort to modernize Monongahela River, key for region's economy and community recreation Miscalculations about river depth during project have limited commercial barge traffic, costing millions per week The river must be at least nine feet deep for commercial barges to navigate it safely Members of Congress: "We [...] call on USACE to prioritize the return   more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 -- Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: Commonsense Legislation that Expands Apprenticeships and Access to Essential, High-Paying Jobs Today, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), along with U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (TN), Senator Jacky Rosen (NV), and Congresswoman Susie Lee (NV-03), announced the reintroduction of the bipartisan and bicameral Cyber Ready Workforce Act, legislation that will direct the U.S. Department of Labor to a  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: Promoting Public Safety, Community, and Unity Today, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), along with Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35), reintroduced their bipartisan resolution to designate August 6th, 2024, as National Night Out. For nearly four decades, National Night Out has thrived through the unwavering dedication of communities across the nation. This impactful event is a cornerstone in   more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 2 -- Rep. Glenn Thompson, R-Pennsylvania, chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, issued the following statement: * * * Following the release of the Congressional Budget Office's (CBO) score of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024, House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) issued the following statement: "Bringing about a five-year farm bill is a long process, one filled with multiple steps and a lot of hard work. Today's score fro  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- Rep. Michael Turner, R-Ohio, chairman of the House Permanent Select Intelligence Committee, issued the following statement on Aug. 6, 2024: * * * Today, House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Mike Turner (OH-10) issued the following statement after the Department of Justice unsealed its charges against Asif Merchant, who was arrested in the United States and was allegedly contracted by Iran to murder former President Trump or his administration official  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA) announced he will be hosting his annual 16th Congressional District Veteran Resource Fair on Friday, August 16, 2024 at the Downtown Mall in Meadville. All veterans, active-duty service members, and family members are encouraged to attend. The Veteran Resource Fair is held in conjunction with Crawford County Veterans Services. More than 50 organizations and agencies from  more

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Aug. 7 -- Rep. Summer Lee, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on Aug. 5, 2024: Today, Congresswoman Summer Lee was honored by the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) for her unwavering support and advocacy for community health centers, particularly federally qualified health centers (FQHCs). The award ceremony took place at North Side Christian Health Center, located at 816 Middle St., Pittsburgh, PA. The event began with a tour of   more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- Rep. Summer Lee, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on Aug. 6, 2024: Today, Congresswoman Summer Lee joined Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) Director Rohit Chopra, Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato, and other local leaders at the Thelma Lovette Y in Pittsburgh for a press event and roundtable discussion focused on the detrimental impact of junk fees on low- to moderate-income families in the region. The event underscored the urgent need f  more