Congressman Robert Pittenger

Representing the 9th District of North Carolina
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Pittenger amendment fights back against Obama bully tactics

May 26, 2016 Press Release
Congressman Robert Pittenger took action to block President Obama’s bullying of North Carolina.
Issues:
Budget and Spending, Executive Overreach

Pittenger effort to improve Charlotte radar coverage advances

May 25, 2016 Press Release
The House Appropriations Committee adopted language proposed by Congressman Robert Pittenger requiring the Secretary of Commerce to study National Weather Service radar coverage gaps and quickly develop a plan to fix deficiencies.
Issues:
Budget and Spending, Emergency Preparedness

Pittenger secures support of 129 Members of Congress to "Stamp Out PTSD"

May 24, 2016 Press Release
Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) has secured support from 129 Members of the U.S. House and Senate urging the U.S. Postal Service to approve North Carolina Navy veteran Garland Denny’s proposal for a “Stamp Out PTSD” semipostal stamp.
Issues:
Veterans Issues

Pittenger statement on Armed Forces Day

May 23, 2016 Press Release
Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09), Chairman of the Congressional Task Force on Terrorism and Unconventional Warfare, issued this statement in remembrance of Armed Forces Day:
Issues:
Veterans Issues

Pittenger votes to increase military readiness

May 19, 2016 Press Release
In fulfillment of his Constitutional obligation to “provide for the common defense,” Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) joined a bipartisan majority to pass the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 (H.R. 4909).
Issues:
Budget and Spending, National Security, Veterans Issues

Pittenger honors local law enforcement

May 18, 2016 Press Release
In honor of National Police Week, Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) recognized local police officers for the important, often sacrificial work they perform on a daily basis to keep our community safe.

Pittenger on Obama stepping back from threats

May 13, 2016 Press Release
White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest announced the Obama Administration will not withhold funding from North Carolina while HB2-related lawsuits are decided in federal court.
Issues:
Executive Overreach, Education

UPDATE: Pittenger reacts to AG Lynch announcement

May 9, 2016 Press Release
Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) had this reaction to Attorney General Loretta Lynch’s announcement of an Obama Administration lawsuit against North Carolina:

Pittenger: Will AG Lynch call for 'thought police?'

May 9, 2016 Press Release
Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) issued this statement after learning Attorney General Loretta Lynch will announce “law enforcement action” against North Carolina:

Providence soccer captain receives prestigious Merchant Marine appointment

May 6, 2016 Press Release
Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) is honored to announce that Shane Swisher, a senior at Providence High School, received a prestigious appointment to the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point.

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In The News

Pittenger heads to the Middle East to meet with Israeli and Palestinian leaders

Aug 9, 2013 In The News
Jim Morrill | August 9, 2013
Charlotte Observer

U.S. Rep. Robert Pittenger heads to the Middle East on Saturday to meet with Israeli and Palestinian leaders. They may be a friendlier audience than he found this week at home.

The Charlotte Republican was on National Public Radio on Friday talking about this week’s town hall meeting, where he was confronted by a pair of tea party activists.

Issues:
Congressional Issues, Foreign Affairs, National Security

Pittenger Discusses Defunding Obamacare on PostTV "In Play"

Aug 7, 2013 In The News
PostTV

On August 7, Congressman Pittenger appeared on PostTV to discuss defunding Obamacare.

Issues:
Congressional Issues, Health care

Pittenger discusses Obamacare with Gov. Mike Huckabee

Aug 7, 2013 In The News
Gov. Mike Huckabee
On August 7, Congressman Robert Pittenger joined Gov. Mike Huckabee to discuss Obamacare.
Issues:
Congressional Issues, Economy and Jobs, Health care

Pittenger Town Hall Attended By 250+ Constitutents

Aug 5, 2013 In The News
WCCB: Pittenger Hosts Town Hall

Issues:
Congressional Issues

Pittenger Continues Fight for Veterans Deserving of Better Access to Charlotte VA Facilities

Aug 5, 2013 In The News
Steve Crump | August 5, 2013
WBTV: Veterans still asking CATS to improve bus routes

Issues:
Congressional Issues, Health care, Veterans Issues

Take Five: Robert Pittenger

Aug 5, 2013 In The News
Diana Oberoi | August 5, 2013
Roll Call

It’s time again for Take Five, when HOH talks with a member of Congress about topics relatively unrelated to legislative work. This week Rep. Robert Pittenger, R-N.C., talks about being banished from caffeine and what he’s learned from strong leaders.

Issues:
Congressional Issues

Fight for Veterans access to Charlotte VA facilities continues

Jul 30, 2013 In The News
http://www.wsoctv.com/news/news/local/fight-bus-route-extension-continues-monday...

Issues:
National Security, Health care, Congressional Issues

Pittenger on Charlotte's Morning News

Jul 26, 2013 In The News
Charlotte's Morning News

On July 26, Congressman Pittenger discussed efforts to secure Americans from domestic terrorism as well as changes to governance of Charlotte-Douglas International Airport.

 

Pittenger presents award, shares Thatcher's advice with teen

Jul 15, 2013 In The News
Lauren Odomirok | July 15, 2013
Mooresville Weekly

U.S. Congressman Robert Pittenger presents 15-year-old Mooresville resident Kristina Schafer the Congressional Award Bronze Medal July 12 while her parents, Kathi and Stuart, look on. (Lauren Odomirok / Mooresville Weekly photo)

Issues:
Congressional Issues

Pittenger: Democrats hamper financial aid plan

Jul 11, 2013 In The News
Congressman Robert Pittenger | July 11, 2013
The Herald Weekly

We all know strong students who want to go to college, get good-paying jobs and build flourishing, independent lives for themselves and their families. 

Issues:
Education, Economy and Jobs, Financial Services, Congressional Issues

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