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Tim Murphy

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Tim Murphy is a former Republican member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Pennsylvania's 18th congressional district from 2003 until 2017. During his time in Congress, Murphy focused on issues such as healthcare, mental health reform, and energy policy. He was known for his work on the Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act, which aimed to improve mental health services and support for families affected by mental illness. Murphy also served on various committees, including the Energy and Commerce Committee, where he contributed to legislation on health care and energy issues.

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October 8, 2026

The jury’s still out.

— Tim Murphy

Oct 8, 2026

It’s kind of a stunning thing to see from somebody like Greg Abbott, who’s made that his entire M.O.

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Oct 8, 2026

People are complaining about what they have to live next to.

motherjones.com
Oct 8, 2026

It’s maybe the single most toxic issue in the midterms this side of, you know, gas prices.

motherjones.com
Feb 5, 2024

It is unconscionable. I mean, we can't even get injectable epinephrine.

congress.gov
Sep 12, 2017

Reclaiming my time, knowing that when my friend says something, I consider that a bond. Mr. Chairman, I yield back the balance of my time, and I withdraw my amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The amendment is withdrawn. Amendment No. 179 Offered…

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Sep 12, 2017

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Pennsylvania will be postponed. Amendment No. 156 Offered by Mr. Kelly of Pennsylvania The…

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Sep 12, 2017

I just want to say, investing in the AOT program, Congress says it is worth it to ensure the most vulnerable among us have the treatment they need, instead of being in ERs, or jails. This pilot is extremely important. It saves money. It…

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Sep 12, 2017

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 752, line 19, strike ``$15,000,000'' and insert ``$20,000,000''. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to House…

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Sep 5, 2017

The loss and destruction of Hurricane Harvey makes today's hearing even more important.

congress.gov
Sep 5, 2017

The Constitution provides Congress with the authority to conduct oversight of the Executive Branch.

congress.gov
Sep 5, 2017

Acting on these recommendations would improve EPA's ability to carry out its core mission, protecting human health and the environment.

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Jul 25, 2017

It is another mess that we have to fix.

congress.gov
Jul 25, 2017

This just sounds like one of the biggest Rube Goldberg messes the Government could come up with.

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Jul 25, 2017

So let us continue to build on Rube Goldberg.

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Jul 17, 2017

I know that all of us are dedicated to ensuring that the 340B program achieves its critical mission of helping providers serve the indigent.

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Jul 11, 2017

We're probably going to have to do things with the states and Federal Government providing scholarships or pay for their internships or something to get them out there.

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Jul 11, 2017

But in this time period of which it was available, I would assume that your addiction rate, your overdose and death rates have climbed, correct?

congress.gov
Jul 11, 2017

I need treatment now. Now is the best time for treatment. Giving them a waiting list is not helpful at all.

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Jul 11, 2017

I know when I was prescribed a lot of fentanyl and other opiates when I had an injury in Iraq, nobody ever asked me about any other questions, just, take these, take these, take these.

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Jul 11, 2017

Yes, I want to help, but we need honest data here.

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Jul 11, 2017

That's important to me. So we've identified a few things here such as we have a crisis shortage of providers.

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Jul 11, 2017

I think this committee has dealt with so much fraud.

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Jul 11, 2017

We are in one of the worst medical tragedies of our time, perhaps the worst.

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Jul 11, 2017

Make no mistake. The terms 'combating' and 'battles' are entirely appropriate; our nation is in the midst of a tremendous fight against death and devastation affecting every corner of our nation.

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