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Fitzpatrick Votes to Preserve Geneva Convention, Put Terrorists on Trial Sep 27, 2006  - Congressman Michael G. Fitzpatrick today voted to give our soldiers and intelligence agencies the tools they need to fight the War on Terror and prevent future attacks. The House passed H.R. 6166, the “Military Commissions Act” by a vote of 253 to 168 (Roll Call: 491). “Our military and intelligence... More

Fitzpatrick Remembers September 11th Sep 11, 2006  - This morning, Congressman Michael G. Fitzpatrick attended a memorial service to recognize the 5th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11th. At 5:00 today, Fitzpatrick will meet with members of Bristol Fire Company #1 located at Wood and Market Streets in Bristol. Later, at 6:30, Fitzpa... More

Fitzpatrick Votes to Support Israel’s Right to Self Defense Jul 19, 2006  - Today, Congressman Michael G. Fitzpatrick voted for legislation denouncing Hamas and Hezbollah’s attacks on Israel, and pledging Congress’ support for Israel’s right to self defense. H.Res. 921 overwhelmingly passed the House 410 to 8 (Roll Call: 391). In addition to denouncing the attacks, H.Res. 9... More

Fitzpatrick Votes Against Permanent Bases in Iraq Jun 21, 2006  - During debate on H.R.5631, the “Department of Defense Appropriations Act of 2007” last night Congressman Michael G. Fitzpatrick voted against an amendment that would have allowed funding for the construction of permanent bases in Iraq. The Amendment was offered by Representative Steve King and faile... More

Fitzpatrick Votes to Reaffirm our Commitment to Defeat Terrorism Jun 16, 2006  - Today, the House passed H.R. 861; legislation declaring that the United States will prevail in the Global War on Terror. The resolution passed 256 to153. Upon its passage, Congressman Michael G. Fitzpatrick released the following statement: “Today, the House passed a resolution reaffirming the Unite... More

Congressman Fitzpatrick Salutes our Troops and Remembers America’s Fallen Soldiers May 29, 2006  - On this Memorial Day, Congressman Michael G. Fitzpatrick released the following statement to commemorate the service of the men and women in our armed forces: "This weekend marks a solemn occasion when Americans across the nation dedicate their thoughts to the brave men and women in uniform who thro... More

Fitzpatrick Votes to Protect the Memory of our Fallen Soldiers May 9, 2006  -  Today, Congressman Michael G. Fitzpatrick joined his House colleagues in passing legislation to protect the dignity of American soldiers killed in action. The House passed H.R. 5037, the “Respect for America’s Fallen Soldiers Act.” Fitzpatrick was a cosponsor of this Bill. “There has been dist... More

Fitzpatrick Urges Religious Tolerance in Afghanistan Mar 28, 2006  - Today, Congressman Michael G. Fitzpatrick applauded the introduction of H.Res.736; legislation he cosponsored that expresses Congress’ support for religious freedom in Afghanistan. Specifically, the legislation deplores legal action against Afghanis that have converted, or plan to convert from a rel... More

Fitzpatrick Reports Live from Balad, Iraq Dec 30, 2005  - Washington, DC – As Congressman Fitzpatrick continues his tour of the Middle East and the theaters of the Global War on Terror, he continues to send reports back to the 8th District on what he sees on the ground in Iraq, Afghanistan and the surrounding area.  On Tuesday, Fitzpatrick traveled... More

Fitzpatrick Speaks Out in Support of Troops Dec 28, 2005  - Last Thursday, Congressman Fitzpatrick delivered the last floor speech of the First Session of the 109th Congress in support of the "Department of Defense Appropriations Act for FY2006." In his speech, Fitzpatrick reiterated his unwavering support for America's soldiers as well as his desire to su... More

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