Us Representative Mike Kelly (PA)
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Telehealth legislation passes Ways & Means Committee in package expanding access
On Wednesday, the Ways & Means Committee advanced H.R. 8151, a bipartisan legislation led by U.S. Reps. Mike Kelly (R-PA), Mike Thompson (D-CA), and Adrian Smith (R-NE). The bill aims to permanently expand the list of practitioners eligible to provide telehealth services to include qualified physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, and audiologists. This legislation was included in H.R. 8261, The Preserving Telehealth, Hospital, and Ambulance Access Act, introduced by Reps. David Schweikert (R-AZ) and Mike Thompson (D-CA).
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Kelly honors winners of 2024 Congressional Art Competition
U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA) recently recognized the winners of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition during a ceremony held at the Hope Center for Arts and Technology, Inc. (HOPE CAT) in Sharon, Pennsylvania. With a record 73 entries from 13 schools across the 16th Congressional District, Rep. Kelly expressed his excitement for the talented students in the region."The Congressional Art Competition is a great opportunity for students to showcase their talents and have their work displayed in the halls of the U.S. Capitol," said Rep. Kelly. "We truly have so many talented...
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Reps. Kelly, Thompson, Smith Introduce Legislation to Expand Americans' Telehealth Options
U.S. Reps. Mike Kelly, Mike Thompson, and Adrian Smith have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at expanding Americans' telehealth options. The bill, H.R. 8151, seeks to permanently broaden the scope of practitioners eligible to provide telehealth services to include physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, and audiologists."Americans across the country, especially rural areas, have seen the benefits of telehealth services following the COVID-19 pandemic," expressed Rep. Kelly. He emphasized the importance of ensuring equal access to...
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Rep. Kelly Questions Treasury Secretary on Biden Administration's Tax Negotiations
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA), Chairman of the Ways & Means Subcommittee on Tax, raised concerns about the Biden Administration's negotiation of tax deals without the involvement of Congress. During a hearing, Rep. Kelly questioned U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on the administration's discussions with the OECD regarding tax frameworks known as "Pillar 1" and "Pillar 2."Rep. Kelly criticized the administration for excluding Congress from the negotiations, stating, "The Biden Treasury Department has completely bypassed Congress and worked...
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Kelly tours Erie's Sphere Brake Defense
U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA) visited Erie's Sphere Brake Defense, Inc. on Wednesday, April 24, following the company's recent funding included in the Defense Appropriations bill in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 federal budget. Kelly was accompanied by Aaron "A.J." Lewis, Sphere Brake Defense Co-Founder & CEO, and Jason Pintea, Sphere Brake Defense Lean Leader.Kelly expressed his admiration for the company's growth, stating, "Over the years, I've had a front-row seat to watch Sphere Brake Defense grow from a startup into a leader in the defense industry. The best part is --...
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Ways & Means Chairman Smith and Tax Subcommittee Chairman Kelly Announce Tax Teams to Avert 2025 Tax Cliff
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (MO-08) and Tax Subcommittee Chairman Mike Kelly (PA-16) announced the formation of ten Committee Tax Teams, comprised of Ways and Means Republican members, to address key tax provisions from the 2017 Trump tax cuts set to expire in 2025.Chairman Smith emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, “Workers, families, farmers, and small businesses are facing the single largest tax hike in history at the end of next year." He highlighted the potential impact of the tax cuts expiring, mentioning that...
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Rep. Mike Kelly Proudly Invests in Infrastructure Project in Butler County
BOYERS, PENNSYLVANIA -- U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA) expressed his satisfaction with the progress of a new infrastructure project in Boyers, Butler County, during a recent tour. The $5.2 million sewage and infrastructure project, funded by Community Development Block Grant funding, will benefit 236 area residents, including homes and businesses in Boyers and Marion Township."We are proudly investing in infrastructure projects all over Butler County," stated Rep. Kelly, emphasizing the positive impact the project will have on the community. He highlighted how the investment...
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U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly Urges Trade Ambassador to Protect Domestic Steel Production
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA) called on U.S. Trade Ambassador Katherine Tai and the Biden Administration to defend domestic steel production amid a surge of foreign steel imports from countries including China and Mexico. Kelly emphasized the importance of protecting domestic Grain Oriented Electrical Steel (GOES) production, particularly referencing the last domestic GOES producer located in his district at Cleveland-Cliffs Butler Works in Butler, Pennsylvania.During a Ways & Means Committee hearing, Rep. Kelly expressed concern over the impact...
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In Ways & Means hearing, Kelly touts successful 2017 tax reform
U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA) praised the successes of the 2017 Republican tax reform law during a hearing of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Tax, as reported on April 12, 2024. Kelly highlighted the positive outcomes of the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act (TCJA), which included a significant reduction in the corporate tax rate and notable economic growth."The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act put America back in the driver's seat in the global economy," stated Rep. Kelly, emphasizing the impact of the legislation on the nation's economic performance. He urged his Democratic colleagues to...
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Rep. Kelly's bill to rename Titusville Post Office passes House Oversight & Accountability Committee, advances to full House vote
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly’s (PA-16) bill to rename the Titusville Post Office building after the father of the American oil industry, Edwin Drake, has successfully passed the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. The legislation, labeled H.R. 7417, is now set to advance to the House floor for a final vote."I am so pleased to see the Edwin Drake Post Office Building bill advance through the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. I would like to thank my colleagues for their support in honoring this American pioneer," expressed Rep. Mike...
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North Pier Repairs Kick Off More Than $7.5M in 2024 Army Corps Projects in Erie
U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA) commended the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Buffalo District and the Architectural Consulting Group for initiating construction on Erie Harbor’s north pier. The repair work, which involves approximately 1,800 feet of the damaged structure, is part of a broader effort totaling more than $7.5 million in projects in Erie for 2024.In a statement, Rep. Mike Kelly highlighted the significance of the investment, stating, “This investment will benefit not only Erie, but the entire Great Lakes region." Lt. Col. Lyle Milliman, commander of the Buffalo...
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Rep. Mike Kelly presents $5 million Community Project Funding grant to Cranberry Township
On Thursday, April 4, U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA) visited the Cranberry Township Brush Creek Water Pollution Control Facility and announced a significant development. Rep. Kelly presented a $5 million Community Project Funding grant to township officials for a crucial project."Projects like these here in Cranberry Township are a great return on investment for Pennsylvania taxpayers," emphasized Rep. Kelly during the presentation. He highlighted the importance of the initiative by stating, "Cranberry Township is a rapidly growing community that is giving people a reason to...
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Rep. Mike Kelly Leads Town Hall to Save 1,300 Jobs at Cleveland-Cliffs Butler Works Plant
U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly recently held a town hall meeting in Butler, Pennsylvania, to address a U.S. Department of Energy proposal that could potentially eliminate 1,300 jobs at the Cleveland-Cliffs Butler Works plant. The event, attended by approximately 525 concerned individuals, aimed to inform the community about the potential impact of the proposed rule on domestic Grain Oriented Electrical Steel (GOES) production.During the town hall, Rep. Kelly emphasized the importance of overturning the rule to protect jobs and the local economy. He stated, "The purpose of our town...
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House Republicans Call on Mayorkas to Address Record Illegal Northern Border Apprehensions
U.S. Reps. Mike Kelly, Ryan Zinke, Nick Langworthy, and Elise Stefanik, among other House Republicans, have raised concerns about the increasing number of apprehensions along the Northern border. In a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, the lawmakers expressed their worries about the surge in illegal border crossings and drug smuggling.The lawmakers highlighted the alarming statistics, stating, "In FY 2024 alone, Border Patrol agents are on track to apprehend a record number of illegal immigrants at the Northern border." They also...
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Rep. Kelly invites Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm to explain job-killing regulation impacting Butler Works steel plant
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA) has extended an invitation to U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm to clarify the potential consequences of a proposed rule that could endanger 1,300 jobs at Cleveland-Cliffs Butler Works steel plant in Butler, Pennsylvania.In a letter addressed to the Department of Energy, Rep. Kelly emphasized the need for Secretary Granholm to "answer to the community that this rule proposal would so greatly impact." He further stressed, "I believe it is essential for Secretary Granholm to explain to the Butler community...
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Rep. Mike Kelly Backs "Protecting American Energy Production Act" During Energy Week
During "Energy Week," U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA) expressed his support for the "Protecting American Energy Production Act," which aims to prevent the President from imposing a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing. Rep. Kelly's decision to vote in favor of the legislation comes in response to President Joe Biden's recent restrictions on American liquified natural gas (LNG) exports.In a statement, Rep. Kelly criticized President Biden's approach to energy policy, stating, "Since day one in office, President Biden has waged war on American energy." He emphasized the...
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Rep. Mike Kelly votes to pass budget, keep government open
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA) has voted in favor of six spending bills that will fully fund the federal government through fiscal year (FY) 2024. The budget process for FY24 includes more funding for various sectors, including the Defense Department, significant pay raises for military service members, and the reallocation of unused COVID-19 funds.In a statement, Rep. Kelly highlighted the positive aspects of the budget, stating, "No budget is perfect in a divided government, but this year's plan includes significant wins for our military, our nation's...
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Rep. Mike Kelly, Cleveland-Cliffs Butler Works employees to hold public town hall opposing job-killing Energy Dept. proposal
U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly, along with officials from Cleveland-Cliffs Butler Works and United Auto Workers Local 3303, will host a public town hall to address a concerning proposal from the U.S. Department of Energy that could jeopardize 1,300 jobs at the Butler Works plant. The proposal aims to affect domestic Grain Oriented Electrical Steel (GOES) production, which is crucial for the nation's electrical grid. Kelly expressed his concerns stating, "The jobs are at risk due to a Proposed Rule from the U.S. Department of Energy that would undermine domestic Grain Oriented...
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Rep. Kelly honored for public service as U.S.-Ireland leaders strengthen ties during annual D.C. meetings
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Last week, U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA), Co-Chair of the Friends of Ireland Caucus, was recognized for his career in public service during the annual meetings between U.S. and Ireland leaders in Washington, D.C. The highlight of the gatherings was the event on Wednesday, March 13, where Rep. Kelly was honored by The Ireland Funds 32nd Annual National Gala.At the gala, attended by Irish officials including Taoiseach of Ireland Leo Varadkar, Rep. Kelly expressed his gratitude for the recognition, stating, "It's always a privilege to break bread alongside...
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Reps. Kelly, Reschenthaler, Deluzio Advocate for Pittsburgh-Area Teacher Imprisoned in Russia
U.S. Representatives Mike Kelly, Guy Reschenthaler, and Christopher Deluzio recently published a joint op-ed on FoxNews.com advocating for Marc Fogel, a Pittsburgh-area teacher who has been imprisoned in Russia since 2021.In the op-ed, the Representatives expressed their disappointment in President Biden's State of the Union Address for not mentioning Fogel, stating, "Sadly, Fogel’s omission from the address is yet another missed opportunity for the Biden administration to give the Pittsburgh-area resident – a man we collectively represent – a similar spotlight so many...