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Pittsburgh Senior News: RSVP awards luncheon features an "afternoon at the Oscars"
November 24, 2014Congressman Keith Rothfus personally delivered proclamation letters of recognition to Carol Yannachione and the American Red Cross. The offices of Senator Elder Vogel Jr., Senator Tim Solobay and Representative Rob Matzie were on hand to recognize the winners.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Western Pennsylvania Republicans Criticize President
November 21, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus of Sewickley said Mr. Obama overstepped his bounds Thursday, and that immigration reform would be stronger and more comprehensive if policies were created through collaborative legislative processes.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: CCBC Salutes Veterans at Breakfast
November 21, 2014Greetings and messages of thanks were delivered by U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley; U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey, R-Zionsville, who sent a recognition certificate; state Rep. Jim Marshall, R-14, Big Beaver; and Beaver County Commissioners Tony Amadio and Joe Spanik.< Read more > -
NorthCentralPA: Pennsylvania Congressional Delegation Members Urge Federal Agencies to Abandon Controversial Waters Rule
November 17, 2014The letter was submitted today to EPA and USACE ahead of the closing of the public comment period, which is midnight on Friday, November 14. In the comments, the Members contend the rule jeopardizes Pennsylvania's ability to manage its own water resources and would impose devastating impacts upon a wide range of economic activities across the state.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Rothfus expects GOP-controlled Congress, Obama to butt heads
November 17, 2014"It's going to be a tough environment because you have an administration that just views things fundamentally differently, so the challenge is to continue to look for opportunities to advance your initiatives in that environment," Rothfus said during a visit to Johnstown on Wednesday.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Entrepreneurs in spotlight at annual Economic Summit
November 12, 2014"There is opportunity, I think, for shifting services and targeting an aging population with new services," U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, said. "If entrepreneurs can be nimble and reposition themselves to serve that growing market, they'd be well-served to do so."< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: VETERANS DAY: Thousands line Johnstown streets to wave flags, pay tribute
November 11, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, told the crowd that with the theme of the parade being the 70th anniversary of D-Day, it was an opportunity to reflect on the sacrifices U.S. soldiers made during that time.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Missing Vietnam Medals Presented to One Veteran, Another's Family
October 31, 2014"One of the greatest honors members of Congress have is to present medals to men or women who served our nation in uniform, who take time away from their families, from their communities, standing for freedom, standing for liberty and standing for this country," Rothfus said.< Read more > -
WTAJ: Congressman Gives Veterans their Medals
October 30, 2014A local Congressman honors two Vietnam Veterans from our area. Rothfus says if any veteran doesn't have their medals for any reason they should contact their Congressman.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Rothfus to speak at awards banquet
October 29, 2014The Johnstown Boys Club will hold its annual awards banquet at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Ace's Lounge in the city's Cambria City neighborhood. U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, will be the featured speaker.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: 12th District Incumbent Keith Rothfus Touts His Outreach Effort
October 27, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, considers himself to have two main job requirements: providing constituent services and doing policy work.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Ceremony breaks ground on Lauri Ann West Community Center in O'Hara
October 16, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus (R-Sewickley), state Rep. Hal English (R-Hampton) and state Sen. Randy Vulakovich (R-Shaler) participated Saturday.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Business Times: Rothfus: Export more natural gas
October 15, 2014"This gives us the potential to create an America that booms for every American," Rothfus said during the 2014 Penn State Natural Gas Utilization Conference at Southpointe. "We need to to let this energy boom that is just in its beginning stages continue."< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: VA office advises firing Pittsburgh director over Legionnaires' outbreak
October 6, 2014U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey of Lehigh County and Reps. Keith Rothfus of Sewickley, Mike Kelly of Butler, House Veterans Affairs Committee Chairman Jeff Miller of Florida, and Mike Coffman of Colorado, chairman of the Veterans Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, signed the letter as well.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Congressman to hold coffee event in Rochester
October 6, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, will conduct a Coffee with Keith event from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at DeAngelis Donuts, 202 Rhode Island Ave. Constituents are invited to share their thoughts on legislation, receive help with federal agencies or just chat.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Health issues dominate town hall with U.S. Rep. Rothfus
October 6, 2014Health care-related issues figured prominently when U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus appeared Friday afternoon at a town hall meeting at HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital in Indiana Township.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Lawmakers demand answers on Legionnaires' outbreak from new VA secretary
October 3, 2014"We simply believe the veterans and the families involved have a right to know," said Rep. Keith Rothfus of Sewickley, who signed the letter with Tim Murphy of Upper St. Clair, Mike Kelly of Butler, House Veterans Affairs Committee Chairman Jeff Miller of Florida and Mike Coffman of Colorado, chairman of the Veterans Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.< Read more > -
North Allegheny High School North Star News: DC Meets NA
October 2, 2014Sitting patiently, students watched the impressive figure that stood before them. After a warm welcome from Mr. Sieminski, Congressman Keith Rothfus took the floor. Keith Rothfus, House Representative of the twelfth district of Pennsylvania, took time out of his busy schedule to explain his title and views to a group of NASH students. While not all the students plan on going into politics, Rothfus inspired a sense of community and pride in all in attendance.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Advocacy group seeks faster export approval
September 30, 2014Our Energy Moment – a coalition of companies, institutions and individuals tied to shale development founded in Louisiana in 2013 – staged its first event in Pennsylvania on Thursday at the Sen. John Heinz History Center in the Strip District. The event, which included short speeches from former Gov. Tom Ridge and from U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, was a chance for the organization to recruit Pennsylvania companies and business leaders to join their cause.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Service Academy Day
September 29, 2014Representatives from the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, the U. S. Merchant Marine Academy, the U.S. Military Academy and the U.S. Naval Academy will provide high school students, parents, teachers and guidance counselors with information about the nomination process for the academies.< Read more > -
Trib-Dem: Johnstown should Be Able to Add Two More Police Officers
September 25, 2014"This important grant will help support Johnstown's law enforcement and their ongoing work to keep the community safe and fight illicit drug use by enabling them to add more officers to the force,"?Rothfus said.< Read more > -
NPR Pittsburgh 90.5 WESA: Highmark Unveils Healthcare Center in Wexford
September 24, 2014"The way this facility is going to be able to deliver care directly to the patients, bringing healthcare to the patients in this patient-centered environment, it's very exciting to have this day happen," Rothfus said.< Read more > -
NPR Pittsburgh 90.5 WESA: Rothfus Fights Federal Overreach
September 22, 2014Congressman Keith Rothfus (PA-12) has come out strong against a proposed expansion of the Clean Water Act -- the act which regulates quality standards for all of the surface water in the United States.< Read more > -
Pennsylvania Credit Union Association: Western PA Credit Unions Meet with Congressman Keith Rothfus
September 8, 2014Western Pennsylvania credit unions met Tuesday with House Financial Services Committee member, Representative Keith Rothfus (R-PA).< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: God help America
September 8, 2014Rep. Rothfus' office took my questions, reinforced that he voted to secure the border in a bill passed just before the August recess and would get back to me in writing.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Aliquippa girls visit nation's capital with DREAMERS group
September 3, 2014A group of young girls from the city recently had a chance to get a closer look at the nation's capital. Twenty-seven girls with DREAMERS and eight chaperones left Aliquippa on Aug. 15 and spent the weekend in Washington, D.C.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Congressman holding coffee event Monday
August 14, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, will conduct a Coffee with Keith event from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Brighton Hot Dog Shoppe at 2625 Constitution Blvd. in Chippewa.< Read more > -
Somerset Daily American: Dairy Industry Update
August 13, 2014Dairy farmer Richard Saylor explains his operation to U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, Friday at Hillcrest Saylor Dairy Farm in Rockwood.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: VA disciplinary actions against Pittsburgh workers unspecified
August 7, 2014"We have a bureaucracy that seems incapable of providing promptly the kind of information we've asked for," said Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, who asked the VA in November to disclose how it would hold employees accountable for the outbreak.< Read more > -
Ellwood City Ledger: Congressman's mobile office
August 7, 2014The staff of U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, will host mobile office hours at the Wayne Township Municipal Building, 1418 Wampum Road, Route 288, from 9 a.m. to noon on Aug. 19.< Read more > -
NPR Pittsburgh 90.5 WESA: U.S. Reps. Rothfus, Murphy Calling For VA Transparency
August 7, 2014Now, U.S. Reps. Keith Rothfus (R-PA-12) and Tim Murphy (R-PA-18), along with House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigation Chairman Mike Coffman (R-CO-6) are calling for "full and open accounting" of administrative disciplinary actions taken against the VA employees.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Business Times: Rothfus, Murphy seek VA disclosure about Legionnaire's
August 6, 2014U.S. Reps. Keith Rothfus, a Republican from Sewickley, and Tim Murphy, a Republican from Upper St. Clair, have asked the Veterans Administration for an accounting of disciplinary actions taken after the deaths of at least six veterans from Legionnaires' disease.< Read more > -
WSB Atlanta: House approves revised GOP border bills
August 4, 2014"This border crisis is of the President's making," said Rep. Keith Rothfus (R-PA), as Republicans said the Obama Administration's move to stop the deporation of younger people in the U.S. illegally had caused the recent surge in children across the border.< Read more > -
Washington Examiner: Republican House passes border bill with few defections
August 4, 2014"This border crisis is of the president's own making," Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Pa., said.< Read more > -
KRMG Tulsa: House approves revised GOP border bills
August 4, 2014"This border crisis is of the President's making," said Rep. Keith Rothfus (R-PA), as Republicans said the Obama Administration's move to stop the deporation of younger people in the U.S. illegally had caused the recent surge in children across the border.< Read more > -
The Jewish Chronicle: Local rally welcomes thousands in support of Israel
August 4, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus (R-District 12) called Israel "our nation's most steadfast ally" and stated, "Let us all pray for peace for the innocent Israelis and Palestinian lives lost."< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: House's vote to sue Obama is historic foray into checks, balances
July 31, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, said the House's action resulted from Obama's failing to follow his duties under the Constitution requiring that the president "shall take Care that the Laws be faithfully executed."< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Lawmakers Say Answering Census Survey Should Be Voluntary
July 28, 2014Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, supports making the survey voluntary. Before he ran for office, he received one in the mail. "I thought it was overbearing," he said.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Congressman schedules Coffee With Keith
July 22, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, is scheduled to hold a Coffee With Keith in Ebensburg on Saturday. The event is scheduled from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Everyday Gourmet, 204 W. High St. Constituents will be able to discuss issues concerning the federal government with the 12th district congressman.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Allegheny Health Network offers glimpse of Pine 'medical mall'
July 21, 2014"From our perspective, Pittsburgh is the tip of the sword when it comes to health care changes," said Highmark CEO David Holmberg, welcoming a couple dozen reporters, company leaders, Sen. Pat Toomey and Rep. Keith Rothfus for a facility tour on Friday along Perry Highway.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette The Roundabout Transportation Blog: Wave of the future: driving on the left side
July 17, 2014The U.S. House passes a stopgap measure on Tuesday to keep federal highway and transit funds flowing to the states into next spring. U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, who voted in favor, has this to say.< Read more > -
WJAC: Cambria County Officials Credit Rothfus for Keeping Helicopters in Johnstown
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The Tribune-Democrat: Officials credit Rothfus with helping to save helicopter unit
July 16, 2014Airport leaders feel the area dodged a bullet with help from U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus when the Army agreed to delay plans to reduce Army Reserve helicopter numbers in Johnstown.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Vigil to remember those lost to substance abuse
July 11, 2014As a way to remember those lost to substance abuse, the group will hold a candlelight vigil service beginning at 7:40 p.m. July 19 on the steps of the Somerset County Courthouse at 111 E. Union St. A representative from the office of U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, will be on hand.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Deadline for fall internship with Rothfus nears, other opportunities available
July 9, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, on Tuesday announced internship opportunities with his offices in western Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C., noting a Monday deadline for the latter.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Rothfus seeking internship candidates
July 9, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, is looking for undergraduate students, graduate students and recent graduates from Pennsylvania's 12th Congressional District to apply for internships in his western Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C., offices.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Scaife's impact praised
July 7, 2014"Dick was an ardent champion for the cause of freedom. ... Elsie and I will remember him every time we pick up a copy of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review," Rothfus said.< Read more > -
90.5 WESA Pittsburgh's NPR News Station: Rep. Rothfus Recites Declaration Of Independence On House Floor
July 7, 2014U.S. Representative Keith Rothfus (R-PA- 12) took to the House floor last week to do something that hasn't been done in more than 40 years. In celebration of the upcoming holiday, Rothfus recited the entire Declaration of Independence.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Venue change for Wednesday 'Coffee with Keith' event
July 2, 2014"Coffee with Keith" events allow people to share their thoughts on legislation, obtain help with federal agencies or chat with the congressman.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: PA Hero Walk nears final leg of cross-state trek to Lower Burrell
June 26, 2014The group is scheduled to arrive at the Casino Theater in time for a 7 p.m. ceremony that will feature check presentations from donors and several guest speakers, including U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Water infrastructure legislation opens up private funding, relocates federal funding
June 12, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, said in a statement the law improves the country's ability to maintain critical water infrastructure and transportation systems, including 17 locks in western Pennsylvania in need of repair.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Water resources policy updated
June 11, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, signed on as a co-sponsor. "Rivers were America's first interstate highway system and to this day they play a central role in our economy, especially in western Pennsylvania," said Rothfus, the 12th district's congressman.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: House OKs bill to improve veteran care
June 11, 2014"We have a solemn obligation to stand with our veterans," said Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley. "It is a principle of solidarity. They stood for us. We stand for them. Veterans should not be forced to wait excessive periods of time to receive the care they need, deserve and rightly expect."< Read more > -
PoliticsPA: Casey and Rothfus Praise Signing of WRRDA
June 11, 2014Rivers were America's first interstate highway system and to this day they play a central role in our economy, especially in Western Pennsylvania. Strengthening inland waterway infrastructure will make our nation more competitive in the global marketplace and grow our economy.< Read more > -
KDKA: Congressman Rothfus Questions VA Pittsburgh Wait List
June 8, 2014"We're looking for an accounting of how this happened, how was management responsible for this, what was the missing piece," said U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus.< Read more > -
WTAE: D-Day 70 Years Later - WWII Veterans Honored in Beaver
June 8, 2014Watch WTAE's coverage of the D-Day commemoration ceremony in Beaver.< Read more > -
KDKA: Local WWII Vets Honored At D-Day Anniversary Ceremony In Beaver Co.
June 8, 2014Watch KDKA's coverage of the D-Day commemoration ceremony in Beaver.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: D-Day ceremony brings veterans together in Beaver
June 7, 2014Another D-Day veteran, Warren Goss of Sewickley, described his experience storming Utah Beach as less dangerous than Omaha Beach but still a day that lasted 24 hours. Goss, who described himself as "nothing but a rifleman," told other World War II veterans he knew what those men had been through.< Read more > -
WTAJ: Local Lawmakers Weigh In On POW
June 6, 2014"This administration has not been fully forth coming on a lot of issues and we need to continue to hold them accountable," said Rep. Rothfus.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Kayakers, canoers share sojourn
June 6, 2014Brown was part of a group of 37 canoers and kayakers sharing the water in the 15th annual Kiski-Conemaugh River Sojourn at Greenhouse Park in Conemaugh Township. State Sen. John Wozniak, D-Westmont, and a representative for U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, attended the ceremony.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Marker commemorates Clara Barton's role in flood
June 6, 2014Barton's legacy of service shines as an example, said U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley. "Clara Barton and the Red Cross were a beacon of hope," he said. "Thank you God for sending Clara Barton."< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Candidates weigh in on plan targeting emissions
June 6, 2014"This is going to be very bad for jobs, very bad for middle-class incomes. It will raise the price of electricity. The president said as much, in 2008, when he said when his plan would be implemented electricity rates would necessarily skyrocket. This will cause a transfer of wealth to places like China and India.< Read more > -
Washington Examiner: The Florida Republican who is Veterans Affairs' worst nightmare
June 6, 2014"It's not a question of money," added Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Pa., who has constituents that use the Pittsburgh VA. "I contend that there's a tone deafness within the bureaucracy."< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: D-Day's 70th anniversary brings back memories
June 6, 2014The public ceremony, recognizing the invasion that allowed Allied troops to get a key foothold in France, will take place at the World War II memorial at Irvine Park across from the Beaver County Courthouse on Third Street. U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, plans to recognize all World War II veterans in attendance at the event.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Congressman asks for detailed report from Pittsburgh VA official
June 4, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, announced Tuesday he sent a letter this week seeking Pittsburgh-based interim network director Gary Devansky to prepare a detailed report within 10 days about veterans wait times and backlogs for medical care, financial bonuses and staffing duties.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: A weekend to celebrate, commemorate
June 3, 2014Johnstown Mayor Frank Janakovic, U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, Superintendent of the National Parks of Western Pennsylvania Jeff Reinbold and author, theologian and philosopher Michael Novak, a Johnstown native, participated in the ceremony.< Read more > -
WTAJ Johnstown/Altoona: New EPA Regulations
June 3, 2014"The regulations the Obama Administration announced today will raise energy prices, destroy family-sustaining American jobs, and reduce our nation's competitiveness in the global marketplace."< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Rothfus to recognize World War II veterans for 70th anniversary of D-Day
June 3, 2014The public ceremony, recognizing the invasion that allowed Allied troops to get a key foothold in France, will take place at 2 p.m. at the World War II memorial at Irvine Park, otherwise known as Gazebo Park. U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, plans to recognize all World War II veterans in attendance at the event.< Read more > -
KDKA Pittsburgh: Ceremony Held To Dedicate Alle Kiski Valley Vietnam Memorial
June 2, 2014"Thank you to our veterans. Thank you to those who have served our country giving two years, four years, or eight years, or 20 years or longer of your lives to keep us safe and to allow us to live in freedom," U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus said.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: ‘An amazing story': Events mark anniversary of 1889 disaster
June 2, 2014About 150 people attended a flood remembrance ceremony Saturday at Peoples Natural Gas Park, just up the river from the Stone Bridge and the site that became hallowed ground 125 years ago due to it being the focal point of destruction.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Local elected officials weigh in on VA health care controversy
June 2, 2014The three members of Pennsylvania's congressional delegation who were in Johnstown for last week's Showcase for Commerce – two senators and a representative – recently have supported different forms of legislation to deal with the ongoing scandals in the Department of Veterans Affairs.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Alle-Kiski Valley dedicates memorial to 108 killed in Vietnam
June 2, 2014The words were spoken more than once on Saturday at the dedication of the Alle-Kiski Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Lower Burrell. They came mainly from the lips of old soldiers. Men who fought the Viet Cong and the North Vietnamese but now were battling only their emotions as they spoke them. "Welcome home."< Read more > -
Ellwood City Ledger: ‘Coffee with Keith' is June 6
June 2, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, will host his 50th Coffee with Keith event from 10 to 11 a.m. June 6 at Carla's Diner, 513 Spring Ave., Ellwood City.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Alle-Kiski Valley dedicates memorial to 108 killed in Vietnam
June 1, 2014Those words meant a great deal to Tom Rushnock, who served two tours in Vietnam. He proposed the memorial of three black granite panels naming all 108 Alle-Kiski Valley men killed in the war. He came up with the idea after noticing there was no memorial in the Valley listing all their names.< Read more > -
WWCP: Rothfus Weighs in on VA Scandal
May 30, 2014Watch WJAC's coverage of the VA scandal.< Read more > -
WWCP: Showcase Continues to Succeed
May 30, 2014Watch WWCP's coverage of Johnstown's Showcase for Commerce.< Read more > -
WJAC Coverage of Johnstown's Showcase for Commerce
May 30, 2014Watch WJAC's coverage of Johnstown's Showcase for Commerce.< Read more > -
WJAC: Shinseki resigns amid veterans' health care issues
May 30, 2014Rothfus said the House of Representatives passed a bipartisan piece of legislation to address the accountability in the VA system. He urged the Senate to pass the bill and for Obama to sign it.< Read more > -
WJAC Coverage of Johnstown's Showcase for Commerce
May 30, 2014Watch WJAC's coverage of Johnstown's Showcase for Commerce.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: 'Coffee with Keith' event set for Monday
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The Tribune-Democrat: D.C. connection: Nation's capital well represented at expo
May 30, 2014Showcase provides federal officials and businessmen from outside the region the chance to learn about the city and its workforce. "It's a great opportunity for us to market the region," said Rothfus.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Apaches could stay in place
May 29, 2014Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 4435, the National Defense Authorization Act, which included an amendment that would prohibit taking those aircraft away from the Army National Guard during the 2015 fiscal year. The area's two congressmen, U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, and U.S. Rep. Bill Shuster, R-Hollidaysburg, voted in favor of the bill.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Official touts new VA site
May 29, 2014Rothfus said his investigation has found issues at the Pittsburgh centers, and he wants to crack down on lucrative bonuses being given to VA executives. "That money needs to be spent cleaning up the problems at the VA," Rothfus said.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Annual event ‘changing for the better'
May 29, 2014Speakers are expected to include U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley; U.S. Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island; Assistant Secretary of the Navy Sean J. Stackley; Lt. Gen. Raymond P. Palumbo; Brig. Gen. William E. Cole; and Maj. Gen. Kenneth D. Merchant.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Leaders look toward city on anniversary
May 29, 2014This somber anniversary is an opportunity to celebrate the solidarity demonstrated by residents of Johnstown, fellow Pennsylvanians, and fellow Americans. By working together, they helped Johnstown recover, and the city still stands as a vital part of America's future.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Local veterans travel to nation's capital to visit war memorials dedicated to their service, sacrifice
May 29, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, along with the White House Honor Guard, greeted the group as they arrived at the memorial. They were presented with a flag that was flown over the nation's Capitol earlier in the week.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Winners Named for Art Competition
May 20, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, commended the winners of the 2014 Congressional Art Competition for the 12th District.< Read more > -
CQ News: Lawmakers Seek Common Ground Promoting Generic Drugs
May 16, 2014A bipartisan pair of House lawmakers officially re-launched a caucus this month focused on promoting generic medicines, an area that has drawn support from both sides of the aisle despite fierce divisions over most other aspects of health policy.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Rothfus to visit with art students Saturday in Ambridge
May 16, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, will visit with students Saturday at the Old Economy Village Visitor Center to view their artwork.< Read more > -
NorthCentralPA.com: PA Congressmen Urge U.S. Fish & Wildlife to Reevaluate Proposal to List Northern Long-Eared Bat as Endangered
May 15, 2014Today, U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT' Thompson, PA-5, joined by eight members of the Pennsylvania delegation to the U.S. House of Representatives, sent a letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) urging the agencies to reevaluate their proposal to list the Northern Long-Eared Bat as an endangered species.< Read more > -
Somerset Daily American: Rothfus Tours DNA Lab
May 14, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, and Somerset County District Attorney Lisa Lazzari-Strasiser toured the facility on Monday.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Coffee With Rothfus Event in Fallston This Saturday
May 14, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, will hold a "Coffee with Keith" event this weekend. The event will run from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday at Brady's Run Grille & Guesthouse at 449 Constitution Blvd.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Fresh Look: Showcase for Commerce Will Feature New Attractions This Year
May 14, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey, Lt. Gen. Raymond P. Palumbo, Brig. Gen. William E. Cole and Maj. Gen. Kenneth D. Merchant are scheduled to participate.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: State grant boosts Somerset Hospital
May 13, 2014U.S. Reps. Keith Rothfus and Bill Shuster spoke briefly during the ceremony. Both spoke about the economic importance of the hospital.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Federal legislators note FAA hiring issue affecting CCBC
May 13, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, along with U.S. Sens. Pat Toomey, a Republican, and Bob Casey, a Democrat, have sent a letter to the FAA administrator suggesting the agency re-evaluate policy changes involving how air traffic controllers are hired.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Rothfus Invites Opinions
May 12, 2014About twice a month or so, ever since taking office in January 2013, U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, has shared cups of coffee and conversations with his constituents.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat LTE: Rothfus takes time for students
May 8, 2014Congressman Keith Rothfus came to our school for one of his Coffee with Keith meetings. I appreciate that he took the time to meet with the little people. He told us about himself, why he ran for office, how we could go about doing so if we, one day, wanted to, and so on.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Rothfus sets mobile office hours
May 7, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, has scheduled mobile office hours for Somerset County on Thursday and May 22.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Rothfus amendment would prohibit bonuses for senior VA executives
May 2, 2014The U.S. House Veterans' Affairs Committee passed an amendment Wednesday that U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, has tried to implement for more than a year.< Read more > -
The Coalition for Medicare Choices: Seniors' Coalition Recognizes 16 Members of Pennsylvania's Congressional Delegation for Fighting to Protect Medicare Advantage
April 30, 2014"Thank you to the members of Congress and all those who stood up against cuts to Medicare Advantage. Seniors know how important it is to have champions of Medicare Advantage in the future to continue to protect its members," says Marietta Hanley, a member of the Coalition.< Read more > -
Pennsylvania Highlands Newsroom: Commencement to be held on May 10th; U.S. Rep. Rothfus to give Commencement Address
April 24, 2014Pennsylvania Highlands Community College will be holding Commencement for the Nineteenth Graduating Class on Saturday, May 10th, in the College's Richland Campus Auditorium. The Ceremony will begin at 10:00am. This year's Commencement Address will be given by U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus.< Read more > -
Independent Banker Magazine: Glenn L. Wilson Gives His Pennsylvania Congressman a Tour
April 11, 2014"It was great to hear feedback from all the different parts of the bank," the congressman recalls. "Whether you meet with people at a bank, a nonprofit or a manufacturing business, it's always great to meet people and see the work they are doing."< Read more > -
New Castle News: Rothfus sets office hours
April 10, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus will have mobile office hours for constituents in the Ellwood City area Tuesday.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Veteran program has opening with Rothfus
April 8, 2014Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, is one of 50 U.S. House members who will have a person assigned to a fellowship through the House's Wounded Warrior Program, his office announced Monday.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Feds settle lawsuits over Legionnaires cases at VA Pittsburgh hospitals
April 7, 2014"These settlements have nothing to do with holding the individuals responsible for their deaths accountable," said U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley.< Read more > -
National Association of Secondary School Principals Advocate of the Month
April 4, 2014Michael Allison, principal of Hopewell High School in Aliquippa, PA, and 2014-15 NASSP president-elect, welcomed Representative Keith Rothfus to his school for a visit.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Rothfus measure aims to strengthen mutual banks
April 4, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, wants to enact two targeted reforms he thinks can strengthen mutual banks.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Women standouts honored for their community service
April 1, 2014Beaver Falls residents Sabrina Tench, Renee Suhr, Abby Young and Nya Coleman received awards from the college, as well as recognitions by U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, and state Rep. Jim Marshall, R-14, Big Beaver.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Rothfus Bill to Help Mutual Banks
March 24, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus introduced a bill Sunday to aid mutual banks in the wake of recent financial difficulties and disadvantaging Wall Street reform.< Read more > -
Ellwood City Ledger: Congressman's District Tour Stops in Ellwood City
March 21, 2014If you're going to have a chat about the world's problems, there are few places better than a coffee shop. That goes double when one of the participants is a congressman.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Business Times: Rothfus gets U.S. Chamber award
March 17, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, received a Spirit of Enterprise award from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.< Read more > -
LifeHealthPro: Rothfus proposes Medicare plan change period
March 17, 2014A House Republican wants to give Medicare Advantage buyers a little more enrollment flexibility early in the plan year.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Rothfus recognized for business votes
March 17, 2014The U.S. Chamber of Commerce presented U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus on Wednesday with its Spirit of Enterprise Award because of his support of job policies, according to a news release.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: In brief: Rothfus slated to meet with constituents
March 17, 2014JOHNSTOWN – U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, plans to hold a Coffee with Keith in Westmont on Saturday.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Rothfus' Dedication
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WTAJ CBS Johnstown: House Passes ENFORCE the Law Act
March 17, 2014Watch WTAJ's coverage of House passage of ENFORCE the Law Act.< Read more > -
KDKA CBS Pittsburgh: Internal Reviews Find Human Error At VA Responsible For Legionnaires' Outbreak
March 13, 2014"These were preventable deaths at the hospital, and we still wait for accountability," said U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, a Sewickley Republican.< Read more > -
Living Independence for the Elderly Newsletter: Congressman Visits with LIFE Beaver County Participants and Staff
March 11, 2014Congressman Keith Rothfus, representing Pennsylvania's 12th Congressional District, visited LIFE Beaver County's Adult Day Health Center on January 20 for the Martin Luther King holiday.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Rothfus Schedules Somerset Hours
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Beaver County Times: Rothfus plans 'Coffee with Keith' in Beaver Falls
March 6, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus will play host to Coffee with Keith from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. March 15 at the Mississippi Chicken Shack on Seventh Avenue in Beaver Falls.< Read more > -
Ellwood City Ledger: Rothfus plans 'Coffee with Keith' in Beaver Falls
March 5, 2014Constituents are invited to join U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, for "Coffee with Keith" on March 15 at the Mississippi Chicken Shack on Seventh Avenue in Beaver Falls from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.< Read more > -
WJAC NBC Johnstown: House Approves Flood Insurance Reforms
March 5, 2014Watch WJAC's coverage of House passage of flood insurance reforms.< Read more > -
Herald-Standard: USS Somerset Commissioned
March 3, 2014A request by Pennsylvania lawmakers, including Sen. Pat Toomey, R-Pa., and U.S. Reps. Bill Shuster, R-Hollidaysburg, and Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, to have the final ceremony nearer to its namesake, was granted last year by Navy Secretary Ray Mabus.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: State Has a Rich Military Tradition
March 3, 2014"It's important because what happened in Somerset County was the first victory in the war on terror," said U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, from Pennsylvania's 12th Congressional District, which includes part of Somerset County.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Somerset at Sea: Community Rallies Behind Navy Vessel
March 2, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, praised that spirit. "You remember the days after Sept. 11 and it was truly one America," said Rothfus, whose 12th district includes part of Somerset County.< Read more > -
PoliticsPA: Rothfus Proposes Regulation Amendment
February 27, 2014Rep. Keith Rothfus (R-Allegheny) proposed an amendment that would push for greater transparency when government regulations lead to the loss of jobs in certain sectors.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette LTE (Paul Olijar): Coffee with Keith
February 24, 2014I would like to thank U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus for being an accessible congressman. He is my fourth congressional representative, and he is by far the most accessible.< Read more > -
WTAJ CBS Altoona Johnstown: WWII Veteran Gets Medals For 90th Birthday
February 21, 2014Congressman Rothfus presented medals to World War II veteran John Burns at a meeting of the Retired Men's Club of Johnstown.< Read more > -
WJAC NBC Johnstown: WWII Veterans Reunited with Medals Six Decades Later
February 21, 2014Congressman Rothfus presented medals to World War II veteran John Burns at a meeting of the Retired Men's Club of Johnstown.< Read more > -
WWCP FOX 8 Johnstown: Rothfus Presents Medals to WWII Veteran John Burns
February 21, 2014Congressman Rothfus presented medals to World War II veteran John Burns at a meeting of the Retired Men's Club of Johnstown.< Read more > -
YourErie: Congressman Issue Statements On Proposed EPA Standards
February 21, 2014The new rule proposed by the unelected federal bureaucrats in President Obama's EPA will result in lost jobs, higher utility bills for families and businesses, and reduced competitiveness of manufacturers in Western Pennsylvania and around the nation.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: World War II Veteran Gets Replacement Medals
February 21, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, from the 12th district, presented him new medals during a ceremony at the Johns-town Senior Center during a meeting of the Retired Men's Club.< Read more > -
THE TRIBUNE-DEMOCRAT: CHARITY PROVIDES BICYCLES FOR SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN
February 21, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus commended the various groups for coming together for the children. "This is really what community is all about," Rothfus said. "It's good to see what I see in this room right now, and that's one Somerset and one America."< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Shuster shapes transportation plan
February 18, 2014"I look forward to giving my input to Bill Shuster," said U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, from the 12th district. "I've said that infrastructure needs to be one of the top priorities of the federal government. It's the means by which we get our goods to the market and certainly we want to make sure that we have a strong infrastructure."< Read more > -
Ambridge Connection: Locals Meet for "Coffee With Keith" in Harmony
February 18, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus invited constituents to come out Monday to Sweet Harmony Cafe in Harmony for coffee and conversation.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Congressman holds coffee event Monday
February 15, 2014HARMONY TWP. -- U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, invited constituents to join him for Coffee with Keith on Monday in Harmony Township.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Congress searches for app-iness
February 11, 2014JOHNSTOWN – Is there an app for that? If not – and if you are a tech-savvy high school student – you can create one and possibly receive recognition from the U.S. House of Representatives for your work.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Rothfus mobile office to visit Somerset
February 10, 2014SOMERSET – U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, has scheduled mobile office hours for Somerset County on Thursday.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Alcosan allowed to update sewer improvement plan
February 10, 2014The U.S. Department of Justice's apparent willingness to modify the consent agreement between Alcosan and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regarding sewer system improvements is good news "for Alcosan, for the region and for the ratepayers," said Arletta Scott Williams, the Allegheny County Sanitary Authority's executive director.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: In brief: Rothfus suggests 4 for service academies
February 10, 2014JOHNSTOWN – U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, recently nominated four area students to the United States' service academies.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Rothfus to hold software competition for district
February 10, 2014A new Congressional competition will give high school students the chance to show off their technology skills by developing a software application or app.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Veterans measures heading to Senate vote
February 4, 2014Members of the Pennsylvania congressional delegation had been fighting hard for the infectious-disease reporting requirements, saying that the kind of accountability and transparency it provides could have saved lives at the Pittsburgh VA hospital, where at least five deaths and 22 illnesses were attributed to Legionella bacteria that managers knew about but failed to report.< Read more > -
Washington Post: Lawmakers seek in-state tuition rates for veterans
February 4, 2014The House bill passed on Monday contains other provisions that affect the Department of Veterans Affairs, including eliminating performance bonuses for the department's senior executive staff through 2018.< Read more > -
Business Week: Lawmakers seek in-state tuition rates for veterans
February 4, 2014The House bill passed on Monday contains other provisions that affect the Department of Veterans Affairs, including eliminating performance bonuses for the department's senior executive staff through 2018.< Read more > -
Daily American: Shuster, Rothfus offer State of the Union Address rebuttal
January 29, 2014The state of the union is frustrated, according to U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley. "It's frustrated with a big, broken and out-of-control government. It's frustrated with Washington elites telling them how to live their lives," he said.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Rothfus, Casey weigh in on state of the union
January 29, 2014Many federal officeholders, including U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, and U.S. Sen. Bob Casey, piggybacked on the president's speech, conducting their own interviews to talk about where the nation stands at the start of 2014.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Rothfus meets voters, pushes jobs creation
January 25, 2014JOHNSTOWN – When visiting one of Cambria County's newest businesses on Friday, U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, talked about job creation, unemployment statistics, federal regulations and other issues for more than an hour.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Rothfus will meet with constituents
January 22, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, will hold a Coffee with Keith event at the new Press bistro at the John Murtha Johnstown–Cambria County Airport on Friday.< Read more > -
WTAJ: Rothfus Introduces Congressional Pay for Performance Act
January 18, 2014Watch WJAC's coverage of Congressman Rothfus's Congressional Pay for Performance Act.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Rothfus wants Guard unit to keep its helicopters
January 18, 2014Pennsylvania National Guard officials want to keep their Apache helicopters. And U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, is looking to assist in that mission.< Read more > -
The Hill: GOP bill: Don't pay Congress if it misses fiscal deadlines
January 17, 2014Rep. Keith Rothfus (R-Pa.) said Wednesday that he will introduce legislation to withhold congressional pay whenever Congress fails to pass a budget resolution and all 12 appropriations bills on time.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Rothfus bill penalizes dysfunctional Congress
January 17, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, spoke about the importance of meeting deadlines during a speech on the House floor earlier this week.< Read more > -
Politix: Here's How Members Of Congress Could Be Denied Pay
January 16, 2014Aims to force carry out basic duties< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: 'Coffee with Keith' planned in Monaca
January 15, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus will play host to Coffee With Keith, a meeting with constituents, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Monday at the Fountainhead Cafe, 1038 Pennsylvania Ave. in Monaca.< Read more > -
Ellwood City Ledger: Rothfus announces mobile office hours
January 9, 2014U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, will have mobile office hours in Ellwood City this month.< Read more > -
Ambridge Connection: Rothfus Plans Open Houses at District Offices
December 17, 2013U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus is inviting constituents to end-of-the-year open houses at the Beaver, Ross Township and Johnstown district offices.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: Rothfus to host meet-and-greets this week
December 17, 2013U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, will have several meet-and-greets this week so constituents can voice concerns or get help with federal agencies.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Bill would exempt firefighters, emergency responders from health care mandate
December 16, 2013Pennsylvania's Republican congressional delegation, including two local representatives, is at the forefront of an effort to make volunteer fire companies and emergency response units specifically exempt from the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act's employer mandate.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: IN BRIEF | Rothfus plans open house in Johnstown
December 16, 2013U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, will hold an end-of-the-year open house inside his Johnstown office, located at 110 Franklin Street, Suite 150, on Tuesday from 2:30 to 4 p.m.< Read more > -
KSRRA: Cartwright, Perry and Rothfus Support Short Line Tax Credit
December 13, 2013KSRRA members extend a sincere thank you to freshmen Congressmen Matt Cartwright (PA-18), Scott Perry (PA-04) and Keith Rothfus (PA-12) for their support of the 60+ short line and regional railroads in the Commonwealth.< Read more > -
Somerset Daily American: Leadership and Teamwork (Rothfus Letter to the Editor)
December 10, 2013Strengthening our region's infrastructure, especially our highways, will make us a more competitive destination for commerce, grow our regional economy, and add jobs.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Rothfus Announces Enhanced Service Hours in Somerset
December 10, 2013"Constituents should always feel free to contact my Johnstown district office at (814) 619-3659. We are here to help."< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Rothfus Plans Office Hours in Somerset
December 9, 2013U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, has scheduled mobile office hours for Somerset County on Dec. 19.< Read more > -
WESA NPR Pittsburgh: PA Lawmakers Want Accountability for Preventable Deaths at Pittsburgh VA
November 29, 2013But U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus (R-PA-12) and Sen. Pat Toomey (R-PA) both believe that someone should be held accountable, if not criminally, then at least administratively.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Rothfus: Uncertainty weighs on business community
November 25, 2013U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, decried the political uncertainty that he thinks is negatively impacting businesses during the Greater Johnstown/Cambria County Chamber of Commerce's annual Economic Summit on Friday.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Business leaders weigh in on Johnstown's future
November 25, 2013JOHNSTOWN – Members of the local business community learned about the region's 2014 outlook during the Greater Johnstown/Cambria County Chamber of Commerce's annual Economic Summit on Friday morning.< Read more > -
WESA NPR Pittsburgh: New Mortgage Rule Could Impact Access to Credit
November 25, 2013"Drying up of capital and removing people who could buy a home, could afford to buy a home, could afford to make a monthly payment, instead they're going to be renters," said Congressman Keith Rothfus (R-PA 12).< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: ‘It stays with you' - Area professors reflect on JFK assassination
November 22, 2013JOHNSTOWN – In a few short, horrifying moments, our country changed in Dallas on Nov. 22, 1963. Three shots from a high-powered rifle, according to the Warren Commission report, were all it took to tear down the veil of perception. And Americans bore witness to a vulnerable country.< Read more > -
The Hill: Lawmakers increase pressure on device maintenance standards
November 18, 2013Members of the House want to prevent the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) from changing the rules for maintaining medical equipment that perform MRIs and other procedures.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Saying thanks: Free breakfast served up to vets
November 8, 2013U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, and state Rep. Bryan Barbin, D-Johnstown, were on hand to speak to the veterans and took part in a pinning ceremony.< Read more > -
Notre Dame Observer: ‘Their employee in Washington'
November 8, 2013Seven hundred thousand, five hundred seventy-three: the number of constituents in Pennsylvania's twelfth Congressional district, and who freshman congressman Keith Rothfus (R-PA-12) calls his employers.< Read more > -
Global/SFC Valve: Local Company Contributes to Construction of Newest U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier
November 5, 2013Global/SFC Valve Corporation Celebrates its Role in Aircraft Carrier Gerald R. Ford's Historic Christening< Read more > -
Ellwood City Ledger: Congressman's Mobile Office
November 4, 2013The staff of U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-12, Sewickley, will host mobile office hours at the Wayne Township Municipal Building, 1418 Wampum Road, Route 288, from 9 to 11 a.m. on Nov. 19 as well as Dec. 17.< Read more > -
Beaver County Times: 'Coffee With Keith' Set for Halloween Morning
October 31, 2013U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus will host "Coffee With Keith" from 7:30 to 9 a.m. today at Towne Square Restaurant, 518 Third St., Beaver.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Rothfus Proposes Disaster Spending Bill
October 28, 2013JOHNSTOWN – U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, plans to introduce the Disaster Assistance Transparency and Accountability Act of 2013 on Monday.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Congressman Plans 2 Constituent Meetings
October 24, 2013U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, has two local Coffee with Keith events scheduled for Saturday.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Hospital Earns State Compliance Award
October 23, 2013Somerset Hospital was presented with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Excellence in Health Care Compliance Award on Tuesday morning. The award honors hospitals for the quality care they provide to state residents.< Read more > -
Congressman Rothfus Connects with NFIB Members via Skype During Shutdown
October 17, 2013U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus meets with NFIB small business owners at Energy Swing Windows in Pittsburgh over Skype this week! Members ask questions and get answers. Their concerns: making regulations more sensible, lowering business taxes, and out of control< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Internships available with congressman
October 17, 2013U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, is looking for undergraduate students, graduate students and recent graduates from the 12th Congressional District to apply for internships in his offices in Washington, D.C.; Johnstown; Beaver; and Ross Township, Al< Read more > -
Central Cambria School District News: Guest Speaker Emphasizes "Life Lessons"
October 15, 2013Congressman Keith Rothfus and two office staff met with students from Mr. Aurandt's Law/Current Events and other students from Mr. Miller's and Mr. Strittmatter's classes, as well our NHS students for a "Coffee With Keith" session on Monday, S< Read more > -
Congressman Rothfus Connects with NFIB Members via Skype During Shutdown
October 9, 2013U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus meets with NFIB small business owners at Energy Swing Windows in Pittsburgh over Skype this week! Members ask questions and get answers.< Read more > -
University of Pittsburgh Neurosurgery
September 28, 2013U.S. Rep. Keith J. Rothfus (R-Pa) visited UPMC Presbyterian, September 24, in an effort to learn more about the health system's advanced neurological services including cognitive care, neurology, neurological surgery and telemedicine service lines.< Read more > -
Sewickley Patch: Rothfus Invites Local Students to Apply for Congressional Internships
September 26, 2013Congressman Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, is inviting undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent graduates from the 12th Congressional District to apply for internships in the western Pennsylvania and Washington D.C. offices.< Read more > -
90.5 WESA NPR Pittsburgh: Rothfus Introduces Bill to Relax Emissions Standards for Some Coal-Fired Power Plants
September 25, 2013Much attention has been given to the Environmental Protection Agency's recent announcement of tough restrictions on emissions from new coal- and gas-fired power plants, but Republican Congressman Keith Rothfus (PA-12) has his sights set on another, ea< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: How a new Rothfus bill could relax regulations at local coal plants
September 24, 2013Four Pennsylvania congressmen, led by U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, R-Sewickley, want to exclude certain coal refuse-to-energy power plants from the Environmental Protection Agency's Mercury and Air Toxics Standards pertaining to emission limits for hydrog< Read more > -
Somerset Daily American: Hooversville hosts Rothfus
September 24, 2013The House passed legislation Friday that would keep the government running and defund the health carebill. The House bill would keep the government funded for the first 11 weeks of the fiscal year beginning Oct. 1.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: Why Rothfus says high schoolers are 'Generation Debt'
September 24, 2013The congressman discussed issues with students at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown and Central Cambria High School. One of the subjects he addressed was the United States' growing national debt that is just short of $17 trillion.< Read more > -
New Castle News: Rothfus staff sets office hours
September 13, 2013The staff of U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus will hold mobile office hours on Tuesday in Wayne Township. The hours are 9 a.m. to noon at the Wayne Township Municipal Building, 1418 Wampum Road (Route 288). Staff members will be available to help residents resolve< Read more > -
PA Coal Alliance: Congressman Keith Rothfus Discusses Coal Impact Alongside PA Coal Alliance, Amerikohl Mining Inc.
September 12, 2013Congressman Keith Rothfus [PA-12] met with PA Coal Alliance CEO John Pippy and Amerikohl Mining Inc. President and CEO John Stilley at a press conference to discuss the impact of impending regulations.< Read more > -
Somerset Daily American: Health care discussed at Chamber event
September 7, 2013U.S. Rep. Keith Rothfus, himself a cancer survivor, said that federal health care law should not be implemented.< Read more > -
Somerset Daily American: Ground broken for Route 219 groundbreaking
August 27, 2013Several state and local officials announced Tuesday that the first phase of construction on the long awaited US Rt. 219 four-lane extension from Somerset to Meyersdale in Somerset County is set to begin.< Read more > -
The Tribune-Democrat: U.S. Rep. Rothfus speaks on local, national and international issues
August 27, 2013"It's good to hear what people are thinking," said Rothfus. He added, "I tell everybody that I'm just the employee. I've got 700,000 bosses and this is a way for me to reach out to the bosses and see what their priorities are." Rothfus said hi< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Regulations hurt coal and consumers alike
August 13, 2013The reason congressmen Tim Murphy, Bill Shuster and Keith Rothfus support the Energy Consumers Relief Act is because the administration has gone too fast and too far with stringent greenhouse gas regulations that would ban even the most technologically-ad< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette: Regulations hurt coal and consumers alike
August 13, 2013More thoughtful policies are needed that allow all forms of energy -- coal, natural gas, nuclear and renewables -- to provide Americans with affordable, reliable energy.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Business Times: House wants states to regulate coal ash
July 29, 2013The House of Representatives has approved a measure that would allow states to regulate coal ash emissions as a way to keep it from being declared a hazardous waste by the Environmental Protection Agency.< Read more > -
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review: Rothfus meets constituents for coffee in Fawn
July 5, 2013Rep. Keith Rothfus is not satisfied with the government's response to several of the hot button topics in Washington these days.< Read more >
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