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Congressman Altmire remembers the sacrifices made by America's Armed Forces during the Brackenridge American Legion Post 226 Memorial Day Service.

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

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

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

Congressman Altmire thanks local volunteers at a volunteer appreciation luncheon at the Kane Regional Ross facility.

Congressman Altmire meets with officials from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to talk about their ongoing efforts to improve western Pennsylvania’s locks and dams.

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

Congressman Altmire, Allegheny County Executive Onorato and Army Corps of Engineers sign a restoration agreement at North Park Lake.

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

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Altmire Statement on Cap and Trade Legislation

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) -- U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) today made the following statement regarding the U.S. House’s vote on the American Clean Energy and Security Act (H.R. 2454). Altmire voted against this legislation, which passed by a vote of 219-212.
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Altmire Succeeds in Increasing Funding for Volunteer Fire Departments

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – Last night, U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) succeeded in increasing funding for a federal grant program that helps dozens of western Pennsylvania fire departments buy much-needed safety equipment each year.
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Altmire Votes to Improve Veterans' Health Care

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) tonight voted for legislation that will enhance the Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) ability to anticipate and proactively plan for how best to meet veterans’ health care needs.
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Altmire Chairs Hearing in Pittsburgh on Expanding Passenger Rail Service

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) today chaired a Congressional hearing in Pittsburgh to examine the future of passenger rail travel in western Pennsylvania and throughout the nation.
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Altmire Votes to Bolster Resources for America's Troops and Military Families

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) -- U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) today voted to bolster resources for America’s troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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Altmire sowing seeds for high-speed rail to Cleveland

PITTSBURGH — U.S. Rep. Jason Altmire, D-4, McCandless Township, said Monday he is working to get the area between Pittsburgh and Cleveland labeled a potential high-speed-rail corridor.
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Altmire wants separate index for seniors

U.S. Rep. Jason Altmire is co-sponsoring legislation to create a separate consumer price index for senior citizens. The bill would establish a consumer price index to ensure that seniors’ Social Security cost of living adjustments are tied to their actual purchasing needs.
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Zelie business owner visits Capitol Hill

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A small business owner from Zelienople on Wednesday appeared in front of a congressional committee to talk about revitalizing the nation's economy by supporting small businesses.
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Veterans' memories: Students conduct interviews for nationwide history project

U.S. Rep. Jason Altmire, D-McCandless, sponsored the May 11 veterans' taping at North Allegheny. It's the third time he's arranged Veterans History Project interviews in his district. "I think it's important that these folks tell their stories," Mr. Altmire said. "We are losing the World War II generation at a rate of 1,000 a day."
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Bill would change Medicare reimbursement criteria for hospitals

U.S. Rep. Jason Altmire proposed legislation Wednesday that would require hospitals to meet federally set benchmarks for quality of care to receive full reimbursement from Medicare.
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Altmire Holds Roundtable on Health Care Reform

Congressman Jason Altmire holds a roundtable with health care leaders and advocates from across western Pennsylvania to discuss reforming America’s health care system.
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Altmire: More Oversight Needed For Med Helicopters

U.S. Congressman Jason Altmire (PA-04) will introduce legislation this week that will help ensure patients receive quality medical care when they are transported on air ambulances.
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Altmire “Remarkably Independent” on Energy

Fox News
August 6, 2008

Congressman Altmire was interviewed by Neil Cavuto on the Fox Business Network about his support for a comprehensive energy package and call for a September vote. In the interview, Mr. Cavuto praised Congressman Altmire's efforts and referred to them as being “remarkably independent.”

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