In March, to mark the 2-year anniversary of the signing of ObamaCare, I invited local doctors, business owners, and elected officials to talk about how the law will change the practice of health care on every level. We heard from Dr…
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.
I am pleased to yield 1 minute to the distinguished Member from Nebraska (Mr. Fortenberry).
A few weeks ago, the Senate Foreign Relations Committee passed a resolution condemning the government of Iran for its continued persecution of Pastor Youcef Nadharkani. Pastor Youcef sits in prison for the crime of practicing his faith and…
I am pleased to yield 1 minute to the gentleman from South Carolina (Mr. Mulvaney).
We are here today to discuss H.R. 4124, the Veteran Emergency Medical Technician Support Act of 2012...
As a Nation, let it be our pledge that when they return home, we leave no veteran behind.
If this new law is so outstanding, I wonder why the administration has granted over 1,000 waivers to their friends so they don't have to meet the requirements of the law. The President promised not to raise taxes on anyone making less than…
China must end the policy at the Central Government level and hold those issuing forced abortions responsible for their crimes.
I immediately took to the House floor to decry this horrible practice and violation of human rights.
It is an honor today to have Greg Lafferty, senior pastor of my home church, Willowdale Chapel, open us in prayer today. Greg studied at Wheaton College and Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary. He was ordained at Saddleback Church in…
Americans' quality of life and bolstering our economy should be our top priorities.
I stand to strongly support this legislation. This bipartisan agreement represents over 18 months of work from the Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee, and I'm especially proud and appreciative of the hard work of Ryan Long and Clay…
I think we have a responsibility to the future now more than ever by making wise investments that can lead to so many innovative discoveries.
America's competitiveness and status as a global leader depends on our ability to innovate and support bright, creative minds.
I look forward to an update on the implementation of the Reform Act, especially the role of the Scientific Management Review Board and the Common Fund.
Last week, I received an extremely disturbing report about China's one-child policy from China's central Shaanxi province. Feng Jianmei was 7 months pregnant and home alone when she was abducted by government family planning officials. She…
I want to praise my colleague from Pennsylvania, Senator Toomey, for introducing an amendment to the farm bill to phase out the Federal sugar program. Though the Senate narrowly voted to table the amendment, it demonstrated that there is…
The American people have lost more than $15 billion to cronyism. Pennsylvanians alone have lost $1.4 billion. Right now, in southern Nevada, there is an expensive hole in the ground where there should be a nuclear waste repository. We…
I am a firm supporter of a bill by our colleague Ed Whitfield, H.R. 2104, the Consistency, Accuracy, Responsibility, and Excellence in Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Act, or the CARE Act.
According to the Social Security trustees, the Social Security Disability program is expected to exhaust its trust fund in just 4 years. If the fund is exhausted and if nothing is done, only around 80 percent of the benefits will be paid…
In today's Wall Street Journal, Dr. Steven Greer relates his disastrous experience trying to review grants for a program created by ObamaCare. The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation will hand out more than $10 billion in the…
At this time I am happy to yield 1\1/2\ minutes to the subcommittee chairman of O&I, the gentleman from Florida (Mr. Stearns).
The Food and Drug Administration Reform Act of 2012 is a product of nearly a year and a half of work in the Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee. H.R. 5651 is the result of bipartisan negotiations. The bill passed out of the Health…





