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Congressman Altmire speaks at the United Steelworkers of America Rapid Response Conference Rally on Capitol Hill.

Congressman Altmire takes a tour of the Printing Industries of America in Sewickley, PA.

Congressman Altmire presented Private First Class William Evans with the Purple Heart for his heroic efforts during World War II and has recommended Mr. Evans for the Congressional Medal of Honor, the nation's top military award.

Congressman Altmire with Don Ryan, creator of the Allegheny Township Iraq War Memorial.

Congressman Altmire spoke at the Conway Veterans Memorial Dedication on Veterans Day.

Congressman Altmire, SSG Eric Grenesco of Shaler and Rep. Artur Davis (AL) discuss the Reservists Access to Justice Act (H.R. 3393), legislation introduced to protect the jobs of Reservists and National Guard troops.

Congressman Altmire attended the groundbreaking of the construction project to renovate and expand emergency care at the Alle-Kiski Medical Center.

Congressman Altmire read "K is for Keystone" to the 4th grade class at Peebles Elementary School in McCandless.

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Altmire Fights to Protect Gun Owners' Rights

(Washington, D.C.) – U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) today introduced legislation with fellow conservative Democrats that will protect Americans’ constitutional right to own firearms.
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Altmire Intiatives to Lower Textbook Costs, Improve Workforce Development to be Signed into Law

(Washington, D.C.) – A proposal introduced by U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) and Congressman Tim Ryan (OH-17) that will help lower textbook costs for college students is one of four Altmire initiatives now set to become law as part of the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HR 4137).
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Altmire Statement After Meeting with KBR's CEO on Electrocutions in Iraq

(Washington, D.C.) – U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) and U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) today met with the CEO of KBR Inc., William Utt, in Washington, D.C. to ask about the systemic problem of faulty wiring at military facilities in Iraq and what is being done to prevent further harm to our troops.
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Altmire Working to Bring $97 Million to Pennsylvania for Bridge Repairs

(Washington, D.C.) -- In an effort to speed up the repair of structurally deficit bridges in Pennsylvania, U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) today voted for legislation that will provide Pennsylvania with more than $97 million to help repair many of the state’s 5,700 structurally deficient bridges.
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Altmire Votes to Lower Gas Prices by Releasing Oil From the Strategic Petroleum Reserve

(Washington, D.C.) -- U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) today voted to temporarily release 70 million barrels of oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) to lower gas prices.
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Altmire educates small businesses on federal contracts

A local legislator wants to help small business owners get a piece of the federal contracting pie.
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Altmire, Casey try to help fire departments with fuel costs

U.S. Rep. Jason Altmire and U.S. Sen. Bob Casey unveiled a joint plan Wednesday to help volunteer fire departments across the country hit hard by soaring gas and diesel fuel costs.
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Veteran awarded benefits for World War II service

Sixty years after the Battle of the Bulge, a World War II veteran has received benefits for cold weather injuries.
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ER plans get a boost

As demand continues to increase, Jameson Hospital is taking steps to expand its emergency department as well as add surgical capacity at its North Campus along Wilmington Avenue.
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Altmire puts money on commuter rail

U.S. Rep. Jason Altmire, D-McCandless, has delivered what he promised Alle-Kiski Valley officials: $500,000 to further study establishing commuter trains to Downtown Pittsburgh.
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Lowering Gas Prices

Congressman Altmire speaks about suspending shipments to the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. Click here to watch
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Economic Stimulus Package

Congressman Altmire speaks about the Economic Stimulus Package Click here to watch
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Altmire's Bills to Improve TBI Treatment and Provide Benefits for Military Families

Congressman Altmire speaks on improving TBI treatments. Click here to watch
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Children's Health Insurance Program

Congressman Altmire speaks about the Children's Health Insurance Program Click here to watch
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College Affordability and the Cost of Health Care

Congressman Altmire on College Affordability and teh Cost of Health Care Click here to watch
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Army Contractor Meets With Congressman Altmire and Senator Casey On Pittsburgh Soldier Electrocution

WPXI
July 25, 2008

Pennsylvania lawmakers met Friday with the CEO of Army contractor KBR, Inc., to discuss the electrocutions of a soldier from the Pittsburgh area and 12 others in Iraq.

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WPXI

Congressman Altmire talks with Our Region’s Business Host Bill Flanagan about how he is working to improve public transportation in western Pennsylvania

Altmire Supports Drilling to Expand US Oil Production

WPXI
June 19, 2008

(Washington, D.C.) - Pennsylvania Congressman Jason Altmire says he is outraged at President Bush's push for new off-shore drilling locations.

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Altmire discusses Veterans Guaranteed Bonus Act on Fox News

Fox News
November 26, 2007

Congressman Altmire discusses the introduction of his bill, the Veterans Guaranteed Bonus Act (H.R. 3793), which ensures that members of the Armed Forces who are discharged as a result of combat-related wounds receive the full compensation to which they are entitled by the Department of Defense.

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Injured Vets Not Receiving Bonuses; Rep. Altmire Wants Change

WTAE
October 22, 2007

Soldiers fought for our country, returning home wounded, but did you know those brave men and women have to give back their enlistment bonuses if they did not complete their contract with the military by the time they were wounded? Rep. Jason Altmire calls it a slap in the face, and he's doing something about it.

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