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Joe Pitts

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Joseph R. Pitts is a former Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives, serving Pennsylvania's 16th congressional district from 1997 to 2017. During his tenure, Pitts was known for his focus on healthcare, energy, and family issues, often advocating for conservative policies. He played a significant role in various legislative efforts, including those related to the Affordable Care Act and energy independence. Pitts was also involved with the Pennsylvania Family Institute, reflecting his commitment to family values and social issues.

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Jun 3, 2015

The obligations are imposed not only on chain restaurants, including delivery establishments, but also on any other chain retailer that sells non-packaged food.

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Apr 29, 2015

I thank Congressman Barton, chairman emeritus, for raising the issue today.

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Apr 29, 2015

We can and must do more to help patients in need and to maintain our Nation's role as the biomedical innovation capital of the world.

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Apr 29, 2015

I would also like to add my concern for not having the ACE Kids Act included in 21st Century Cures.

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Apr 29, 2015

While increasing accountability, this legislation would invest in the basic research so critical to equipping our Nation's best and brightest with the tools they need to discover the underpinnings of disease.

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Apr 29, 2015

I continue to work with my colleagues in the Energy and Commerce Working Group on Telemedicine towards a bipartisan proposal that will encourage the use of telemedicine services to improve health care quality and outcomes.

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Apr 29, 2015

I strongly hope that giving HHS this authority would help to ensure that our healthcare system can sustain the treatments that we hope to advance this legislation.

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Apr 28, 2015

On this day that the Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments on marriage, I want to read a quote. I believe marriage is not just a bond but a sacred bond between a man and a woman . . . I am committed to the sanctity of marriage, to the…

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Apr 15, 2015

Today's hearing will give Members and stakeholders an opportunity to examine the current state of post-acute care (PAC) for Medicare beneficiaries and discuss ways it can be improved.

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Apr 15, 2015

As post-acute care providers look to innovate in their delivery model, I know that telemedicine is an issue many are focused on.

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Apr 15, 2015

Well, Dr. Miller, I just wanted to personally thank you and your staff for the support you have given to this committee.

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Mar 26, 2015

I am very pleased at this time to yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Ohio (Mr. Boehner), our Speaker, who deserves a lot of credit in coming up with this bipartisan compromise.

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