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After the House adjourned last Friday, I returned to Pennsylvania where I have been traveling throughout the 3rd district meeting with local families, employers and other community leaders. Monday, I was privileged to speak at the Regional Manufacturing Forum hosted by the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining. This week I was happy to tour the Technical Precision facility in Hadley as well as Penn United Technology’s plant in Butler. Read on to learn more about my week.
In Washington…
Great Lakes Compact
After nearly five years of negotiations, the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact was signed into law on October 3, 2008. This interstate compact will manage water diversions, withdrawals and consumptive use proposals. From recreation to tourism to transportation, the Great Lakes have served as a vital resource to the health and wealth of our regional economy, helping local businesses to grow and bring new jobs to our area. By ratifying this Compact we will build upon the success of our treasured natural resource and ensure bordering states have access to the tools they need to protect, preserve and manage our shared watershed, the Great Lakes. More of story…
Tribute to a Great Pennsylvanian
Rep. John Peterson has decided to retire this year after twelve years of dedicated service to Pennsylvania’s 5th district. He leaves behind him a truly remarkable record as a public servant. It has been a great privilege to serve with John Peterson and my distinguished colleague from Pennsylvania will very much be missed.
To see Phil’s remarks on the floor of the House of Representatives, click HERE.
In District…
The State of the Economy
This week I met with important local groups including the Greenville Rotary and the Warren County Chamber of Commerce to discuss the state of the economy. The American economy is clearly facing its greatest challenge in decades. Congress needs to tackle this challenge by enacting an energy plan that lowers prices at the pump and stabilizes the energy market, embracing strong pro-growth tax policies that will benefit everyone by reinvigorating the economy and by building a health care system that guarantees universal access to affordable, quality care for every American at every stage of life.
Military Academy Nominations
Students interested in attending the four U.S. military academies must submit to me their applications by Oct. 27, 2008. Mail requests to my Erie office: 208 E. Bayfront Parkway, Suite 102, Erie, PA 16507. For more information, click HERE.
Reminder:
The federal office will be closed on Monday, October 13th in recognition of Columbus Day. Regular office hours will resume Tuesday, October 14, 2008.
3rd District Services
Don’t forget, my 3rd district staff can assist local residents with problems they might have with federal agencies such as Housing, Social Security, Medicare, military and veteran’s affairs and immigration. U.S. Flags can be purchased through my office and we can even assist you with your visit to the nation’s capital.
For more information contact one of my offices today.
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