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- Local state officials, Representative Doyle Heffley and Senators David Argall and John Yudichak, are hosting a Senior Citizen's Expo tomorrow, September 13, from 10 AM to 1 PM at Jim Thorpe Memorial Hall, 101 E. 10th St. The event will feature a variety of exhibitors from local, county, and state agencies to inform seniors on types of services available to assist them. Attendance is free and open to the public.
- I am proud to announce that the Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded a $27,142,501 Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. At least 80 percent of the grant will be directed to Bradford, Dauphin, Columbia, Wyoming, and Luzerne Counties due to significant damage caused by Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee in 2011. Luzerne County will also receive an additional $15,738,806.
- My thoughts and prayers go out to the friends and families of those killed while serving our country at the consulate in Libya, including U.S. Ambassador John Christopher Stevens.
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PPL announced that security drills will take place this week at the Susquehanna nuclear power plant in Salem Township. Residents may hear simulated firing noises related to the drill. For more information: http://bit.ly/RHDtQy- This morning, I stood alongside my fellow Members of Congress at the 9/11 Congressional Remembrance Ceremony to honor the lives lost that tragic day.
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The University of Scranton’s Community Outreach Office is holding its annual fair for local nonprofit organizations in need of volunteers today, September 11, from 11 AM to 1 PM on campus. For more info: http://bit.ly/UrZiry- Today, we pause to remember the tragic events that occurred eleven years ago on September 11, 2001 and the lives that were lost. We honor the brave officers, emergency responders, and other employees of state and local government agencies, who responded to the attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City and perished as a result. We honor the patriots on board Flight 93 that took heroic and noble action on that day to save fellow Americans. To all those who lost their lives that day, we will always remember their sacrifice and may God bring comfort to their families.
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View my speech at the Rededication Ceremony of the American Legion Post 495, the Jesse Thomas Post. I want to thank the people of Shickshinny for your enduring patriotism, your undying commitment to your heritage, and your dedication to those who served in the military. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2wZMUUlLYU&feature=g-upl- September is National Preparedness Month! Pledge to prepare by joining the FEMA National Preparedness Coalition to share best practices, connect with other members, and talk with FEMA personnel in your region. http://bit.ly/OTdHfB
- On this anniversary of the epic 2011 flood, we remember not only the devastation and the destruction, but how our Northeastern Pennsylvania community came together to help family, friends, neighbors, and strangers in that time of need. I know I will never forget the aftermath of Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee and I will continue to support federal natural disaster assistance today, tomorrow, and in the days to come.
- 2012 Hazleton Funfest (3 photos)Rep. Barletta attends the 34th Annual Hazleton Funfest. Since it's establishment in 1979, Funfest has grown to become the largest event of its kind in Luzerne County. — in Hazleton, PA.
- Rep. Barletta speaks at the Rededication Ceremony of American Legion Post 495 as the Jesse Thomas Post. — in Shickshinny, PA.
- Earlier today, I met with representatives from the Allentown Diocese, Commission for Women to address their concerns with the Health and Human Services mandate as a violation of their religious freedoms. As a concerned husband, father, and grandfather, I am firmly committed to protecting the life of the unborn.
- Yesterday, I accepted the “Standing Up for America’s Seniors” award from Retire Safe for the second time. I am committed to protecting seniors’ access to Medicare and to preserving this critical program for future generations.
- I want to express my sincere gratitude to the Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association and MAGLOCLEN for presenting me with the Award of Excellence. I will continue to support law enforcement in Pennsylvania’s 11th District and the Commonwealth.
- Yesterday, I attended the Luzerne County Fair. Have you attended the fair yet? If so, what was your favorite part?
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"It is impossible to rightly govern a nation without God" - George Washington- On this day in 1774, the first Continental Congress assembled in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to discuss its response to the "Intolerable Acts" issued by the British Parliament to punish Boston for the Boston Tea Party. Pennsylvania was represented by eight delegates.
- I am pleased to announce that the Department of Health and Human Services has awarded a $151,100 Advanced Nursing Education Grant to the University of Scranton.
- Welcome to our new D.C. Fall 2012 interns: John Lisman, Sarah Giampietro, Ryan Ososki, Megan Audet, and Christina Tometchko. If you wish to apply for an internship in our office, please email your resume to pa11internships@gmail.com.
- Today, we pay tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. I am committed to creating jobs and helping keep businesses competitive in NEPA. With my support, the House passed more than 30 jobs bills to get U.S. citizens back to work, and I’ve introduced legislation to prevent the president’s policies from giving jobs to illegal aliens. Happy Labor Day!
- Last Friday, I addressed small business concerns in the community with the Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce at Bloomsburg University.
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Do you have a Voter ID? You can now get a free Department of State Voter ID at PennDOT Driver's License Centers. http://bit.ly/Orc6O5Congressman Lou Barletta shared a link.
My condolences go out to the family and friends of Joseph Krawetz from Wilkes-Barre, PA who died this past Sunday from complications caused by the West Nile virus. U.S. health officials have reported a substantial increase in the number of West Nile cases. For more information on protection and prevention please visit the CDC website: http://1.usa.gov/6PO4JCongressman Lou Barletta shared a link.
Former intern, Bryce Mongeon, from Mountain Top, Pennsylvania was recently named to the National Football Foundation’s College Hall of Fame Hampshire Honor Society as a 2012 cum laude graduate of Colgate University. Congratulations! http://bit.ly/SNLgki- The Princeton Review has named King’s College, University of Scranton, Marywood University and Wilkes University in its annual Best Regional Colleges list. The review selected 633 schools nationwide and picked winners based on online surveys from more than 1 million students.
- On this day in 1920, the 19th Amendment guaranteeing women the right to vote went into effect. Don’t forget to register to vote! www.votespa.com
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