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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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Oct 11, 2013

At this time, I am pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from Virginia (Mr. Moran), another leader in sugar reform in our Nation.

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Oct 11, 2013

At this time, I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from Virginia (Mr. Goodlatte), the distinguished chairman of the Judiciary Committee. (Mr. GOODLATTE asked and was given permission to revise and extend his remarks.)

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Oct 11, 2013

At this time, I am pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from Tennessee (Mr. Fleischmann).

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Oct 11, 2013

At this time, I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from Indiana (Mr. Stutzman).

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Oct 9, 2013

Last week before the shutdown, this House overwhelmingly passed legislation to provide for our military in case of a government shutdown. We voted to provide them not only pay, but benefits for themselves and their families. Now the…

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Oct 2, 2013

Right now we have wounded warriors and veterans needing medical care, wondering whether they will receive all the care they're entitled to. These are men and women who have suffered for our Nation to keep us free and safe. It is a shame…

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Sep 28, 2013

I am very pleased that the House is considering today H.R. 3204, the Drug Quality and Security Act. This legislation would address two important issues affecting the quality and security of America's drug supply. First, the bill would…

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Sep 26, 2013

Over 3 months ago, the House passed a Defense appropriations bill with overwhelming bipartisan support. As we approach the end of the fiscal year, I want to remind Senate Democrats and the President that our fighting men and women are…

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Sep 17, 2013

EPA has been implementing climate policies for a number of years.

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Sep 17, 2013

Curbing emissions of methane is critical to our overall effort to address climate change.

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Sep 17, 2013

Will you recommend to the Interagency Methane Strategy Group... the importance of focusing on ways to increase the United States' use of waste energy?

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Sep 9, 2013

The Affordable Care Act has already made the lives of millions of Pennsylvanians better, and if we get out of the way and let it work, this will open the door to stable, quality, affordable health care for 1.2 million of our uninsured…

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Sep 9, 2013

Now, this administration shut down the Yucca Mountain program, and the issue that brings us here today, contrary to the Nuclear Waste Policy Act and stranding spent nuclear fuel indefinitely at plants across the country.

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Sep 9, 2013

Dozens more have expressed shock at the staggering premium increases they that face in 2014.

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Sep 9, 2013

The law is the law, and ACA is the law of the land, and frankly, we should all be working together to ensure that implementation goes smoothly as possible.

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Sep 9, 2013

I am disappointed that a number of States still have not chosen to expand Medicaid coverage.

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Sep 9, 2013

My constituents are understandably confused about what is happening with the exchanges, enrollment, and premiums.

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Sep 9, 2013

Considering the administration's track record on deadlines and delays, reassurances from CMS officials are not comforting.

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Sep 9, 2013

She had only heard of 'isolated incidents' of the ACA having burdensome or negative impact on Americans.

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Sep 9, 2013

A father from my district wrote me, distraught, about his daughter's work hours being cut to 28 hours a week.

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Sep 9, 2013

It is something which will help them to live a better quality of life and will improve medical care all across the board.

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Jul 31, 2013

Are you actually testifying in front of this committee that agencies will likely be giving exchange subsidy applicants incomplete information about their financial liability?

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Jul 31, 2013

Hundreds of thousands of my constituents with private insurance are saving money due to the ACA provisions that limit insurers' administrative overhead costs.

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Jul 31, 2013

Almost 200,000 of my constituents now have health insurance that covers preventative service without copays.

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Jul 31, 2013

My constituents want to know what to expect over the next couple of months and want assurances that only those individuals who are eligible for subsidies will be receiving them.

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