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Forest Hills Volunteer Fire Department Awarded Federal Firefighter Grant
Washington, D.C. – October 28, 2004 – Representative Doyle announced that the Forest Hills Volunteer Fire Department has been awarded a $111,0384 Assistance for Firefighters Grant (AFG) from the Department of Homeland Security. 
Doyle Works to Ensure Adequate Flu Vaccine Supplies in the Future
Washington, D.C. – October 22, 2004 – Congressman Doyle announced today that he was working to ensure that Congress passed legislation to improve the supply of flu vaccine before it adjourns later this year.
Congressman Doyle Questions Rice Speeches in Battleground States
Washington, DC – October 21, 2004 – U.S. Representative Mike Doyle (PA-14) today criticized the Bush Administration for sending National Security Advisor Condoleeza Rice out on a series of transparently political appearances in states that are in play in the upcoming presidential election.
Congressman Doyle Presents $75,000 Check to Lawrenceville Corporation
Lawrenceville, PA - September 27, 2004 - U.S. Representative Mike Doyle (PA-14) today presented a check for $75,000 to State Senator Jim Ferlo, Lawrenceville Corporation Board President Joe Kelly, and Lawrenceville Corporation Interim Executive Director Kate Trimble. This funding will be used to build a mixed-use development at 5201 Butler Street in Pittsburgh's Lawrenceville neighborhood. Click here for more.
Congressman Doyle Calls for Adoption of 9/11 Commission's Recommendations
August 13, 2004 - Representative Doyle called today for the prompt adoption of legislation to enact the 9/11 Commission's recommendations for improving our nation's intelligence-gathering and counter-terrorism activities. Click here for more.
Congressman Doyle Calls for Immediate Action to Prevent Future Power Blackouts
July 22, 2004 - Congressman Doyle called today for the rapid passage of legislation to prevent massive power blackouts like the one that hit the northeast last August. Click here for more information.
Congressman Doyle Secures $98,000 in Federal Funding For Pittsburgh Police Bureau
Washington, D.C. - July 14, 2004 - U.S. Representative Mike Doyle (PA-14) announced today that he has secured $98,948 in federal funding for the City of Pittsburgh's Bureau of Police's witness protection program. "The City's witness protection plan is an essential component in police efforts to improve public safety by putting violent criminals behind bars," Congressman Doyle said. "I am glad that I was able to help make Pittsburgh a safer place." Click here for more information.
Congressman Doyle Presents $75,000 Check For Shadyside Street Improvements
Washington, D.C. - July 12, 2004 - U.S. Representative Mike Doyle (PA-14) today presented a check for $75,000 to Pittsburgh City Councilman William Peduto and Shadyside Chamber of Commerce President Harry Levine. This funding will be used to install benches, planters, and trash receptacles along the Walnut Street business corridor in Pittsburgh's Shadyside neighborhood. "This funding will help the entire Shadyside community to thrive by making the Walnut Street business corridor more appealing," Congressman Doyle said today. "Seeing my work in Washington have a visible positive impact on my district is one of the most rewarding parts of representing Pennsylvania's 14th District in Congress." Click here for more information.
Rankin Volunteer Fire Department Awarded Federal Firefighter Grant
Washington, D.C. - July 1, 2004 - U.S. Representative Mike Doyle (PA-14) announced today that the Rankin Volunteer Fire Department has been awarded a $180,000 Assistance for Firefighters Grant from the Department of Homeland Security to purchase a new firefighting vehicle. Click here for more information.
Doyle Responds to Supreme Court HMO Decision with Patients' Bill of Rights Legislation
June 22, 2004 - U.S. Representative Mike Doyle (PA-14) joined a number of other Members of Congress in introducing H.R. 4628, the Patients' Bill of Rights Act of 2004, in a response to yesterday's Supreme Court decision. On Monday, the Court severely restricted the right of Americans to sue their health maintenance organizations (HMOs) for denying them the treatment recommended by their doctors in cases where the denial of that treatment resulted in injury or death. "People have to be able to hold HMOs responsible for decisions that result in devastating injuries or death," Congressman Mike Doyle said today. Click here for more information.
Woodland Hills High School Student Wins Congressman Doyle's 2004 Congressional Arts Competition
Washington, D.C. - May 21, 2004 - U.S. Representative Mike Doyle (PA-14) tonight presented Tyron Morrison from Woodland Hills High School with the First Prize in the 2004 Congressional High School Arts Competition for the 14th Congressional District of Pennsylvania. Tyron's artwork, which will be displayed in the United States Capitol for one year, is an acrylic painting entitled "T.L." His work was selected out of a collection of 49 entries from 9 schools throughout the 14th Congressional District. Click here for more information.
Doyle Pushes to End "Military Widows' Tax"
April 28, 2004 - Representative Doyle joined 175 other Members of Congress and representatives of several veterans and military service organizations to launch a signature drive on a discharge petition to force a floor vote on H.R. 548, legislation that would end the drastic reduction in the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) for spouses of deceased veterans. Click here for more information.
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Doyle Briefs Pittsburgh Seniors On The Shortcomings Of The New Medicare Prescription Drug Law
March 29, 2004 - Representative Doyle joined Nancy Murray, President of Arc of Greater Pittsburgh, and Dee Mahan of Families USA today at a seniors center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to inform seniors about the new Medicare prescription drug law. Click here for more information.
Doyle Condemns Bush Administration's Jobs Policy
March 24, 2004 - Representative Doyle, a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, strongly criticized the Bush Administration's economic policies at a Committee hearing on the health of U.S. industry featuring Commerce Secretary Donald Evans. Click here for more information.
Doyle Reads to Local School Children
Washington, D.C. - March 8, 2004 - U.S. Representative Mike Doyle (PA-14) read a book by Dr. Seuss to students at Edison Elementary School in West Mifflin today as part of “Read Across America” events all across the country this week. Click here for more information.
Doyle Urges Local Fire Departments To Apply for Federal Firefighter Grants
March 1, 2004 - Representative Doyle announced that the federal government is currently taking applications from local fire departments for funding under the federal Assistance for Firefighters Grant. Click here for more information..
Rep. Doyle Fights to Save Pennsylvania's Small Manufacturers
February 24, 2004 - Representative Doyle pledged to fight to prevent Congress from dismantling federal programs that help hundreds of small manufacturers in Pennsylvania with technical assistance and business-support services. Click here for more information.
Congressman Doyle Chides FCC For Failing to Enforce Decency Standards
February 11, 2004 - Representative Mike Doyle criticized the Federal Communications Commission at a hearing today on H.R. 3717, legislation that would increase the penalties for broadcasting indecent material. Click here for the full text of his remarks.
Rep. Doyle Votes to Extend Federal Unemployment Benefits
On February 4, 2004, Representative Mike Doyle voted in the U.S. House of Representatives today to provide six months of additional federal unemployment benefits to millions of workers across the country. Click here for more information.
Congressman Doyle Condemns Bush Budget Plan
February 3, 2004 - Representative Mike Doyle condemned the 2005 federal budget that President Bush submitted to Congress yesterday. “The President’s budget plan is mind-numbingly irresponsible,” Congressman Doyle said today. “You might not reach that conclusion if you just listened to this administration, but the more deeply you look at it, the more irresponsible it is.” Click here for more information.
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