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Congressman Altmire remembers the sacrifices made by America’s Armed Forces during the Brackenridge American Legion Post 226 Memorial Day Service.

Congressman Altmire joins a bipartisan group of lawmarkers to introduce legislation that will secure America’s borders and stop employers from hiring illegal immigrants.

Congressman Altmire thanks local volunteers at a volunteer appreciation luncheon at the Kane Regional Ross facility.

Congressman Altmire attended the groundbreaking of the construction project to renovate and expand emergency care at the Alle-Kiski Medical Center.

Congressman Altmire, Allegheny County Executive Onorato and Army Corps of Engineers sign a restoration agreement at North Park Lake.

Congressman Altmire speaks at the United Steelworkers of America Rapid Response Conference Rally on Capitol Hill.

Congressman Altmire spoke at the Conway Veterans Memorial Dedication on Veterans Day.

Congressman Altmire meets with officials from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to talk about their ongoing efforts to improve western Pennsylvania’s locks and dams.

Congressman Altmire read "K is for Keystone" to the 4th grade class at Peebles Elementary School in McCandless.

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Altmire: Veterans Will Begin Receiving Improved G.I. Bill Benefits Today

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – Today, veterans will start receiving improved college education benefits under the new GI Bill for the 21st Century (the “Post-9/11 GI Bill”). U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) was an original co-sponsor of this legislation, which was signed into law last year.
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Altmire Introduces Legislation to Make Roads Safer for Older Drivers

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – Today, U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) is introducing legislation that will help make America’s roads safer for older drivers.
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Two Beaver County Police Departments Receive Funding From Economic Recovery Package

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) — U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) today announced that Aliquippa is receiving $133,008 and Beaver Falls is receiving $167,625 in federal funding to cover costs of employing a police officer for three years.
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Altmire Supports Legislation to Secure America’s Borders, Stop Illegal Immigration

(Washington, D.C.) — Today, U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) joined with Congressman Heath Shuler (NC-11) and 74 other bipartisan lawmakers to introduce legislation that will combat illegal immigration by strengthening America’s borders and cracking down on employers who hire illegal immigrants.
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Altmire Votes to Strengthen Pay-As-You-Go Budget Rules

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) — Continuing his efforts to reduce America’s budget deficit, today U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) voted to make pay-as-you-go budget rules federal law.
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Altmire Got It Right

U.S. Rep. Jason Altmire, D-McCandless, stood in opposition to his party and voted against this bill, stating it "would raise energy prices for Western Pennsylvania families." We should all commend Altmire for doing what many politicians forget is their job — to stand up for their constituents.
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Altmire sowing seeds for high-speed rail to Cleveland

PITTSBURGH — U.S. Rep. Jason Altmire, D-4, McCandless Township, said Monday he is working to get the area between Pittsburgh and Cleveland labeled a potential high-speed-rail corridor.
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Altmire wants separate index for seniors

U.S. Rep. Jason Altmire is co-sponsoring legislation to create a separate consumer price index for senior citizens. The bill would establish a consumer price index to ensure that seniors’ Social Security cost of living adjustments are tied to their actual purchasing needs.
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Zelie business owner visits Capitol Hill

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A small business owner from Zelienople on Wednesday appeared in front of a congressional committee to talk about revitalizing the nation’s economy by supporting small businesses.
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Veterans’ memories: Students conduct interviews for nationwide history project

U.S. Rep. Jason Altmire, D-McCandless, sponsored the May 11 veterans’ taping at North Allegheny. It’s the third time he’s arranged Veterans History Project interviews in his district. "I think it’s important that these folks tell their stories," Mr. Altmire said. "We are losing the World War II generation at a rate of 1,000 a day."
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Altmire Discusses Health Care Reform

(7/30/09) – Congressman Altmire discusses the lastest health care reform developments.
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Altmire Outlines Priorities for Health Care Reform

(07/27/09) — Congressman Altmire talks to Fox Business Network anchor Neil Cavuto about the importance of lowering health care costs for families and small businesses.
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Altmire Discusses House’s Health Care Reform Bill

July 20, 2009 — Congressman Altmire shares his views on the health care reform legislation that is currently being debated in the House.
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Altmire Holds Roundtable on Health Care Reform

Congressman Jason Altmire holds a roundtable with health care leaders and advocates from across western Pennsylvania to discuss reforming America’s health care system.
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Altmire: More Oversight Needed For Med Helicopters

U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) will introduce legislation this week that will help ensure patients receive quality medical care when they are transported on air ambulances.
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Altmire Celebrates Penguins’ Victory

(6/15/09) — U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) gives a speech on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives praising the Pittsburgh Penguins for winning their third Stanley Cup.
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Reducing Our Deficit

Congressman Altmire speaks on the House Floor about what Congress is doing to restore fiscal responsibility and reduce America’s national debt.
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Tax Relief for Military Families

Congressman Altmire speaks on the House floor about legislation he helped create to cut taxes for military families.
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Altmire on Health Care Reform

U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) talks about why we need to reform America’s health care system.
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Altmire Congratulates Steelers on Historic Super Bowl Victory

Congressman Altmire praises the Pittsburgh Steelers for their historic Super Bowl victory.