This Friday, more than 100,000 Americans will travel from across the country to take part in the world's largest pro-life event right here in the Nation's Capital. The theme for the 45th annual March for Life is ``Love Saves Lives.'' This…

Earlier today, I had the honor of being in Pittsburgh with President Trump to hear him speak about how tax reform is putting America back to work. We were at H&K Equipment, a company that is investing in itself at a rate of 50 percent…

I thank the chairman for yielding. What an outstanding turnout tonight. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to be here tonight and participate in this Special Order to celebrate the sanctity of human life and redouble my commitment to protecting the…

Service to one's country is among the most notable and selfless acts throughout history. Our military men and women have shown uncompromising honor, dedication to duty, and genuine love of country. This evening, Members of Congress will…

Today I rise because today former Senator Bob Dole will receive the Nation's highest civilian honor to recognize his decades of service as a soldier, a lawmaker, and a statesman. House and Senate leaders will present the 94-year-old former…

On Monday, I will honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy by volunteering my time to help my community. I will be at the State College Food Bank working with its clients during distribution time. State College Food Bank, a wonderful…

It has been nearly 10 years since the Great Recession officially began, when our economy slumped and unemployment climbed to levels not witnessed since the early 1980s, but last month Congress paved the way to create a tax system that is…

Over the weekend, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania kicked off one of my favorite events, the Pennsylvania Farm Show. For more than a century, farmers have gathered each January at the Pennsylvania Farm Show in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania…

Last month, Congress passed the historic Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Tax relief is upon us for American workers, families, and job creators. Come February, there will be more money in your paycheck. Workers are already seeing the benefits of…

I certainly don't want to criticize you for exercising initiative as citizens.

As individuals across the country travel near and far to be with loved ones this holiday season, I ask that we remember our military personnel who will not be surrounded by family and friends this Christmas. Instead, our military men and…

For nearly 20 years, Michael Colbert has given his leadership to Oil Creek Township as supervisor chairman. Last week, he oversaw his final meeting as supervisor, and he will retire at the end of the year. Mr. Colbert first served as a…

Today marks 50 years since President Lyndon B. Johnson signed a bill into law officially establishing the National Park Foundation. The National Park Foundation works to enrich America's national parks and programs, safeguard our heritage…

Yesterday, the Nation observed National Miners Day, which was designated by Congress to honor the contributions and sacrifices of miners both past and present. Mr. Speaker, I am the proud grandson of a Pennsylvania coal miner. National…

76 years ago today, our Nation witnessed a devastating attack at a naval base in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. That event hastened our entry into World War II. The surprise attack by the Japanese on the morning of December 7, 1941, left 2,403…

This week I had the opportunity to meet with a number of organic farmers to discuss the upcoming farm bill and its impact on organic production. In recent years, organic production has continued to grow in Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania being…

Earlier this week, I had the opportunity to visit a true gem in Centre County, Pennsylvania: Rhoneymeade. Rhoneymeade is a sculpture garden and arboretum farm, a historical site located between the Nittany and Tussey Mountains. The Rhone…

Tonight, one of the biggest Christmas events will take place in New York City: the lighting of the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. This historic event has ushered in the holiday season since the first official tree lighting in 1933…

Today is Giving Tuesday, a global day dedicated to giving back. Last week, we celebrated Thanksgiving, and families across the country gathered to celebrate and give thanks for all their blessings. Today, on the National Day of Giving…

This is a pretty incredible week here in Washington, D.C., an incredible week for the American people. When you look at the things that we accomplished this week, we have had historic tax reform--long overdue. This is a break for…

This week is Rural Health Week in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It is a time to promote awareness of the full range of issues that impact rural health throughout the State and the health status of rural Pennsylvanians. Nationally…

Tomorrow marks the 242nd birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps. In today's own unpredictable world, the Marines are as important and essential now as ever before. I am proud to have a member of the Marine Corps serving in my Washington office…

Can I inquire as to how much time remains? The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman from Pennsylvania has 19 minutes remaining.

I have to say it has been very impressive. In the middle of that hurricane, I know that I communicated with the gentlewoman by text, and she was what we call where I am from ``hunkered down.'' But she has been there for the people she…

I appreciate the gentleman's leadership on the Agriculture Committee. Really, I think sometimes we take for granted basic essentials, such as food. Normally, these programs are for people who are, for temporary reasons or economic reasons…