American Postal Workers Union
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October 19, 2009

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes

  • Senate: Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010
  • House: Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2010
  • House: Bay Area Regional Water Recycling Program Expansion Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills

  • Senate: Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010
  • Senate: Medicare Physician Fairness Act of 2009
  • House: Solar Technology Roadmap Act of 2010
  • House: Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2010

Recent Senate Votes
Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 - Vote Agreed to (80-17, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate approved this $33.5 billion bill funding the Department of Energy, Army Corps of Engineers and related agencies and programs for FY 2010, sending it to the President.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2010 - Vote Passed (307-114, 11 Not Voting)

The House approved the conference report of this $42.8 billion bill funding the Department of Homeland Security.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Bay Area Regional Water Recycling Program Expansion Act - Vote Passed (241-173, 18 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that is intended to help address California’s cycles of drought and reduce dependence on water from the troubled Bay-Delta ecosystem.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 - H.R.2847

The Senate is expected to work on this $64.9 billion legislation funding the Justice Department, Commerce Department, National Science Foundation and related agencies and programs.



Medicare Physician Fairness Act of 2009 - S.1776

The Senate is also expected to start work on this bill that would repeal the Medicare physician payment formula that results in annual cuts that Congress reverses every year.



Solar Technology Roadmap Act of 2010 - H.R.3585

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill that intends to guide research, development, and demonstration of solar energy technologies.



Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2010 - H.R.3619

The House is expected to vote on this bill to authorize appropriations for the Coast Guard for fiscal year 2010.

American Postal Workers Union
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October 13, 2009

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes

  • Senate: Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2010
  • House: Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010
  • House: Department of Defense Authorization, FY 2010

Upcoming Congressional Bills

  • Senate: Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010
  • Senate: Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010
  • House: Bay Area Regional Water Recycling Program Expansion Act of 2009
  • House: Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2010

Recent Senate Votes
Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2010 - Vote Passed (93-7)

The Senate approved this $636.3 billion bill funding the Department of Defense during fiscal year 2010.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 - Vote Passed (263-162, 7 Not Voting)

The House approved the conference report of this $23.3 billion funding bill for the Department of Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration and other related agencies and programs.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Department of Defense Authorization, FY 2010 - Vote Passed (281-146, 6 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill authorizing defense spending, which also contains a provision that extends the definition of federal hate crimes to include crimes in which victims are targeted because of their sexual orientation and gender identity.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 - H.R.2847

The Senate is expected to conclude work on this $64.9 billion legislation funding the Justice Department, Commerce Department, National Science Foundation and related agencies and programs.



Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 - H.R.3183

The Senate is also expected to approve this $33.5 billion bill funding the Department of Energy, Army Corps of Engineers and related agencies and programs for FY 2010.



Bay Area Regional Water Recycling Program Expansion Act of 2009 - H.R.2442

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill that is intended to help address California’s cycles of drought and reduce dependence on water from the troubled Bay-Delta ecosystem.



Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2010 - H.R.2892

The House is expected to vote on the conference report of this $42.8 billion bill funding the Department of Homeland Security.
American Postal Workers Union
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October 5, 2009

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes

  • Senate: Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2010
  • House: Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010

Upcoming Congressional Bills

  • Senate: Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2010
  • Senate: Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010
  • Senate: Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010
  • House: Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010
  • House: Bay Area Regional Water Recycling Program Expansion Act of 2009

Recent Senate Votes
Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2010 - Vote Agreed to (62-38)

The Senate approved this $4.66 billion bill that funds the legislative branch for Fiscal Year 2010, sending it to the President. The bill also includes a continuing resolution to fund government operations through October 31, as this is the only one of the 12 annual appropriations bills to have been completed before FY 2010 began.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 - Vote Passed (308-114, 10 Not Voting)

The House approved this $33.5 billion bill funding the Department of Energy, Army Corps of Engineers and related agencies and programs.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2010 - H.R.3326

The Senate is expected to conclude work on this $636.3 billion bill funding the Department of Defense during fiscal year 2010.



Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 - H.R.2847

The Senate is scheduled to start work on this $64.9 billion legislation funding the Justice Department, Commerce Department, National Science Foundation and related agencies and programs.



Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 - H.R.3183

The Senate is also expected to approve this $33.5 billion bill funding the Department of Energy, Army Corps of Engineers and related agencies and programs for FY 2010.



Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 - H.R.2997

The House is expected to vote on the conference report of this $23.3 billion funding bill for the Department of Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration and other related agencies and programs.



Bay Area Regional Water Recycling Program Expansion Act of 2009 - H.R.2442

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill that is intended to help address California’s cycles of drought and reduce dependence on water from the troubled Bay-Delta ecosystem.


American Postal Workers Union
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September 28, 2009

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes

  • Senate: Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010
  • House: Unemployment Compensation Extension Act of 2009
  • House: Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2010

Upcoming Congressional Bills

  • Senate: Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2010
  • House: Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010

Recent Senate Votes
Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 - Vote Passed (77-21, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate approved this $32.1 billion bill funding the Department of the Interior, Environmental Protection Agency and related programs for the next fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Unemployment Compensation Extension Act of 2009 - Vote Passed (331-83, 18 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would extend by 13 weeks unemployment benefits in states with a jobless rate over 8.5%.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2010 - Vote Passed (217-190, 25 Not Voting)

The House approved this $4.66 billion bill that funds the legislative branch for Fiscal Year 2010. The bill also includes a continuing resolution to fund government operations after the current fiscal year ends on September 30, as this is the only one of the 12 annual appropriations bills to have been completed.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2010 - H.R.3326

The Senate is scheduled to work on this $636 billion bill funding the Department of Defense for the next fiscal year.



Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 - H.R.3183

The House is expected to vote on the conference report of this $34 billion bill funding the Department of Energy, Army Corps of Engineers and related agencies and programs.
American Postal Workers Union
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September 21, 2009

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes

  • Senate: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010
  • House: Raising a question of the privileges of the House
  • House: Advanced Vehicle Technology Act
  • House: Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2009

Upcoming Congressional Bills

  • Senate: Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010
  • House: Continuing Resolution
  • House: Unemployment Compensation Extension Act

Recent Senate Votes
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 - Vote Passed (73-25, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate approved this $122 billion bill funding transportation and housing programs for the next fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Raising a question of the privileges of the House - Vote Passed (240-179, 5 Present, 10 Not Voting)

The House rebuked Rep. Joe Wilson for shouting "You lie" during President Obama's healthcare address to a joint session of Congress.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Advanced Vehicle Technology Act - Vote Passed (312-114, 7 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would permit the Energy Department to spend $200 million per year more than it currently spends on programs for the research, development, demonstration and commercial application of new vehicle technologies.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2009 - Vote Passed (253-171, 10 Not Voting)

This House bill would terminate the Federal Family Education Loan Program and replace it with the Education Department's Direct Lending program, as well as increase funding of Pell Grants and increase the annual grant maximum to $5500 in 2010.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010 - H.R.2996

The Senate is scheduled to continue work on this $32.1 billion bill funding the Department of the Interior, Environmental Protection Agency and related programs for the next fiscal year.



Continuing Resolution - H.J.Res.

The House is scheduled to vote on this continuing resolution to fund government operations after the current fiscal year ends on September 30. None of the 12 annual appropriations bills have been completed.



Unemployment Compensation Extension Act - H.R.3548

This bill would extend by 13 weeks unemployment benefits in states with jobless rates over 8.5%.


American Postal Workers Union
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April 27, 2009

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • Senate: Confirmation of Christopher R. Hill to be Ambassador to the Republic of Iraq
  • House: COPS Improvements Act of 2009

Upcoming Congressional Bills -

  • Senate: Fraud Enforcement and Recovery Act of 2009
  • Senate: Nomination of Kathleen Sebelius to be Secretary of Health and Human Services
  • Senate: Budget Conference report
  • House: Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2009
  • House: Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009

Recent Senate Votes
Confirmation of Christopher R. Hill to be Ambassador to the Republic of Iraq - Vote Confirmed (73-23, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate confirmed Christopher Hill to be the Ambassador to Iraq.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
COPS Improvements Act of 2009 - Vote Passed (342-78, 12 Not Voting)

The House authorized this five-year, $1.8 billion bill funding the Community Oriented Policing Services grant program.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Fraud Enforcement and Recovery Act of 2009 - S.386

This Senate bill is intended to combat fraud at financial institutions that receive federal money.



Nomination of Kathleen Sebelius to be Secretary of Health and Human Services -

The Senate is scheduled to vote Tuesday on the nomination of Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius to head HHS.



Budget Conference report - S.Con.Res.13

The Senate and House are likely to vote this week on the 2010 fiscal year budget conference report.



Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2009 - H.R.1913

This House bill would provide local jurisdictions with funds to prosecute hate crimes.



Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009 - H.R.627

The House is scheduled to consider this bill that would place new restrictions on credit card companies.


American Postal Workers Union
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April 6, 2009

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • Senate: Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for FY 2010
  • House: Generations Invigorating Volunteerism and Education (GIVE) Act
  • House: To amend the executive compensation provisions of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008
  • House: Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act
  • House: Congressional Budget for Fiscal Year 2010

Editor's Note: Congress is on a two week recess. The Senate will return on Monday, April 20 and the House will return on Tuesday, April 21.

Recent Senate Votes
Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for FY 2010 - Vote Agreed to (55-43, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate passed their version of the national budget for fiscal year 2010.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Generations Invigorating Volunteerism and Education (GIVE) Act - Vote Passed (274-149, 8 Not Voting)

The House agreed to the Senate amendments to this national service bill, sending it to the president.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


To amend the executive compensation provisions of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (247-171, 1 Present, 12 Not Voting)

On Wednesday, the House passed this bill intended to curb bonuses of executives at financial institutions that receive Troubled Asset Relief Program money.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act - Vote Passed (298-112, 21 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would give the FDA regulatory authority over tobacco, but would not allow the agency to ban cigarettes or other tobacco products.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Congressional Budget for Fiscal Year 2010 - Vote Passed (233-196, 3 Not Voting)

The House passed their version of the national budget for fiscal year 2010.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
American Postal Workers Union
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March 30, 2009

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • Senate: The Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act
  • House: Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009

Upcoming Congressional Bills -

  • Senate: Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for FY 2010
  • House: To amend the executive compensation provisions of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008
  • House: Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for FY 2010

Recent Senate Votes
The Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act - Vote Passed (79-19, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this national service bill which would increase the number of AmeriCorps volunteers from 75,000 to 250,000 and designate September 11 as a national day of service and remembrance.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 - Vote Passed (285-140, 6 Not Voting)

The House agreed to the Senate amendments to H.R. 146, sending this package of public lands, national parks and water development legislation to the president.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for FY 2010 - S.Con.Res.13

This week, the Senate will work on the FY 2010 budget.



To amend the executive compensation provisions of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 - H.R.1664

The House will vote on this bill intended to curb bonuses of executives at financial institutions that receive Troubled Asset Relief Program money.



Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for FY 2010 - H.Con.Res.__

The House is scheduled to vote on their FY 2010 budget.
American Postal Workers Union
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March 23, 2009

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • Senate: Confirmation of Ronald Kirk to be U.S. Trade Representative
  • Senate: Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009
  • House: Generations Invigorating Volunteerism and Education (GIVE) Act
  • House: To impose an additional tax on bonuses received from certain TARP recipients

Upcoming Congressional Bills -

  • Senate: Generations Invigorating Volunteerism and Education (GIVE) Act
  • House: Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009
  • House: Federal Land Assistance, Management and Enhancement Act

Recent Senate Votes
Confirmation of Ronald Kirk to be U.S. Trade Representative - Vote Confirmed (92-5, 2 Not Voting)

On Wednesday, Ron Kirk was confirmed as U.S. Trade Representative.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 - Vote Passed (77-20, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this package of legislation related to public lands, national parks and water development.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Generations Invigorating Volunteerism and Education (GIVE) Act - Vote Passed (321-105, 6 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill to reauthorize and reform national service programs.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


To impose an additional tax on bonuses received from certain TARP recipients - Vote Passed (328-93, 10 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would enact an additional income tax on bonuses given to employees or former employees of companies that received Troubled Assets Relief Program money.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Generations Invigorating Volunteerism and Education (GIVE) Act - H.R.1388

This week the Senate will work on this national service bill.



Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 - H.R.146

The House will vote on this public lands, national parks and water development legislation.



Federal Land Assistance, Management and Enhancement Act - H.R.1404

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill intended to improve funding and management of fighting wildfires.
American Postal Workers Union
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March 16, 2009

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • Senate: Cloture Motion; Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009
  • House: Omnibus Public Land Management Act
  • House: Water Quality Investment Act of 2009

Upcoming Congressional Bills -

  • Senate: Revolutionary War and War of 1812 Battlefield Protection Act
  • House: Generations Invigorating Volunteerism and Education Act

Recent Senate Votes
Cloture Motion; Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009 - Vote Agreed to (62-35, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate reached the necessary sixty votes to end debate on this bill funding government programs. The bill was later approved by voice vote.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Omnibus Public Land Management Act - Vote Failed (282-144, 6 Not Voting)

Because this bill required a 2/3 majority vote, the House failed to pass this package of legislation related to public lands, national parks and water development.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Water Quality Investment Act of 2009 - Vote Passed (317-101, 13 Not Voting)

The House passed this legislation to authorize funding for the Clean Water State Revolving Fund, which helps states build water treatment facilities.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Revolutionary War and War of 1812 Battlefield Protection Act - H.R.146

The Senate is scheduled to use this battlefield protection bill as a vehicle for the Omnibus Public Land Management Act.



Generations Invigorating Volunteerism and Education Act - H.R.1388

The House will vote on this bill to reauthorize and reform the national service laws.
American Postal Workers Union
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March 9, 2009

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • House: Helping Families Save Their Homes Act of 2009
  • House: Making further continuing appropriations for FY2009

Upcoming Congressional Bills -

  • Senate: Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009
  • House: Water Quality Investment Act of 2009
  • House: District of Columbia House Voting Rights Act of 2009

Recent House Votes
Helping Families Save Their Homes Act of 2009 - Vote Passed (234-191, 7 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill intended to prevent mortgage foreclosures and enhance mortgage credit availability.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Making further continuing appropriations for FY2009 - Vote Passed (328-50, 53 Not Voting)

The House passed this resolution to continue funding most government programs for fiscal year (FY) 2009 at FY 2008 levels through Wednesday, in anticipation that the Omnibus Appropriations Act will be passed by then.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009 - H.R.1105

The Senate is scheduled to continue work on this spending bill for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2009.



Water Quality Investment Act of 2009 - H.R.1262

The House is expected to vote on this bill to finance the Clean Water State Revolving Fund, which helps states build water treatment facilities.



District of Columbia House Voting Rights Act of 2009 - H.R.157

The House may consider their version of a bill to provide the District of Columbia with a voting seat in the House of Representatives.
American Postal Workers Union
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March 2, 2009

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • Senate: Confirmation of Hilda L. Solis, to be Secretary of Labor
  • Senate: District of Columbia House Voting Rights Act of 2009
  • House: Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009

Upcoming Congressional Bills -

  • Senate: Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009
  • House: Helping Families Save Their Homes Act of 2009
  • House: District of Columbia House Voting Rights Act of 2009

Recent Senate Votes
Confirmation of Hilda L. Solis, to be Secretary of Labor - Vote Confirmed (80-17, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate confirmed Hilda Solis to be Secretary of Labor.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


District of Columbia House Voting Rights Act of 2009 - Vote Passed (61-37, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill to provide the District of Columbia a voting seat and the State of Utah an additional seat in the House of Representatives.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009 - Vote Passed (245-178, 8 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would fund government programs through September 30, 2009.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Omnibus Appropriations Act, 2009 - H.R.1105

The Senate is scheduled to begin work on this spending bill for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2009.



Helping Families Save Their Homes Act of 2009 - H.R.1106

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill intended to prevent mortgage foreclosures and enhance mortgage credit availability.



District of Columbia House Voting Rights Act of 2009 - H.R.157

The House is likely to vote on their version of a bill to provide the District of Columbia with a voting seat in the House of Representatives.
American Postal Workers Union
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February 17, 2009

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • Senate: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
  • House: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

Editor's Note: The Senate and House are in recess until Monday, February 23, 2009.

Recent Senate Votes
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 - Vote Agreed to (60-38, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate agreed to the conference report of this stimulus bill, sending it to the President.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 - Vote Passed (246-183, 1 Present, 3 Not Voting)

The House gave final approval to this stimulus bill.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
American Postal Workers Union
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February 9, 2009

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • Senate: Confirmation of Eric H. Holder, Jr. to be Attorney General
  • House: Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009
  • House: DTV Delay Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -

  • Senate: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
  • House: Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009

Recent Senate Votes
Confirmation of Eric H. Holder, Jr. to be Attorney General - Vote Confirmed (75-21, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate confirmed Eric Holder to be Attorney General.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 - Vote Passed (290-135, 8 Not Voting)

The House gave final approval to this bill that reauthorizes and expands the State Children’s Health Insurance Program.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


DTV Delay Act - Vote Passed (264-158, 10 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that will delay the transition to digital television signals until June 12.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 - H.R.1

The Senate is scheduled to continue its work on this economic stimulus bill.



Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 - S.22

The House is scheduled to vote on this legislation related to public lands, national parks, and water development.
American Postal Workers Union
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February 2, 2009

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • Senate: Confirmation of Timothy Geithner to be Secretary of the Treasury
  • Senate: Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009
  • House: Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009
  • House: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

Upcoming Congressional Bills -

  • Senate: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009
  • Senate: Confirmation of Eric Holder to be Attorney General
  • House: The DTV Delay Act
  • House: Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009

Recent Senate Votes
Confirmation of Timothy Geithner to be Secretary of the Treasury - Vote Confirmed (60-34, 4 Not Voting)

The Senate confirmed Timothy Geithner to be Secretary of the Treasury.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 - Vote Passed (66-32, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate voted to reauthorize and expand the State Children's Health Insurance Program.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009 - Vote Passed (250-177, 6 Not Voting)

The House gave final approval to this wage discrimination measure.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 - Vote Passed (244-188, 1 Not Voting)

The House passed this $819 billion bill providing for additional 2009 fiscal year appropriations.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 - H.R.1

The Senate is scheduled to take up this economic stimulus bill.



Confirmation of Eric Holder to be Attorney General -

The Senate is expected to vote Monday evening on the nomination of Eric Holder to be attorney general.



The DTV Delay Act - S.352

The House will take up this bill delaying the switch from analog to digital television signals.



Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 - H.R.2

The House will try to reconcile their SCHIP bill with the Senate bill.
American Postal Workers Union
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January 26, 2009

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • Senate: Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009
  • Senate: Confirmation of Hillary Rodham Clinton to be Secretary of State
  • House: TARP Reform and Accountability Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -

  • Senate: Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009
  • House: Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009
  • House: American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

Recent Senate Votes
Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009 - Vote Passed (61-36, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this employee pay discrimination bill.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Confirmation of Hillary Rodham Clinton to be Secretary of State - Vote Confirmed (94-2, 2 Not Voting)

On Wednesday, the Senate voted to confirm Hillary Rodham Clinton as Secretary of State.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
TARP Reform and Accountability Act - Vote Passed (260-166, 7 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill to block release of the remaining $350 billion in the Troubled Assets Relief Program.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 - H.R.2

The Senate is expected to vote on this bill to reauthorize and expand the Children’s Health Insurance Program.



Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009 - S.181

The House is scheduled to vote on this pay discrimination bill, similar to one they passed on January 9.



American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 - H.R.___

The House is expected to vote on this stimulus package.
American Postal Workers Union
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January 21, 2009

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • Senate: Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009
  • Senate: Cloture Motion; Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009
  • House: Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009

Upcoming Congressional Bills -

  • Senate: Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009
  • House: TARP Reform and Accountability Act

Recent Senate Votes
Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 - Vote Passed (73-21, 4 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill, which is a package of over 160 bills related to public lands, national parks, and water development legislation.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Cloture Motion; Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009 - Vote Agreed to (72-23, 3 Not Voting)

On Thursday, the Senate garnered the necessary 60 votes to start debate on this employee pay discrimination bill.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 - Vote Passed (289-139, 6 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill to expand the Children’s Health Insurance Program to cover an estimated total of 11 million children.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009 - S.181

The Senate is expected to vote on passage of this pay discrimination bill.



TARP Reform and Accountability Act - H.R.384

The House is scheduled to complete consideration of this bill that would modify the Troubled Assets Relief Program.
American Postal Workers Union
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January 12, 2009

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • Senate: Cloture Motion; Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009
  • House: Paycheck Fairness Act
  • House: Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009

Upcoming Congressional Bills -

  • Senate: Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009
  • Senate: Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009
  • House: Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009
  • House: TARP Reform and Accountability Act

Recent Senate Votes
Cloture Motion; Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 - Vote Passed (66-12, 20 Not Voting)

The Senate reached the necessary sixty votes to move forward on this bill, which is a package of over 160 bills related to public lands, national parks, and water development legislation.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted Not Voting......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Paycheck Fairness Act - Vote Passed (256-163, 14 Not Voting)

On Friday, the House passed this bill to allow gender-based pay discrimination victims to sue for more money and require employers to meet a higher standard to justify pay disparities.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009 - Vote Passed (247-171, 15 Not Voting)

The House passed this employee pay discrimination measure that would allow courts to consider each new paycheck as a new instance of discrimination.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009 - S.22

The Senate is scheduled to vote on this public lands, national parks and water development legislation.



Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2009 - H.R.11

The Senate is expected to work on this gender-based pay discrimination bill or bring up their own version.



Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 - H.R.___

The House is scheduled to work on this bill to extend the Children’s Health Insurance Program.



TARP Reform and Accountability Act - H.R.384

The House will likely vote on this bill that would modify the Troubled Assets Relief Program.

American Postal Workers Union
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December 15, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • Senate: Cloture Motion; Alternative Minimum Tax Relief Act of 2008
  • House: Auto Industry Financing and Restructuring Act

Editor's Note: The 111th Congress will convene on Tuesday, January 6, 2009.

Recent Senate Votes
Cloture Motion; Alternative Minimum Tax Relief Act of 2008 - Vote Rejected (52-35, 12 Not Voting)

The Senate failed to get the necessary sixty votes to move forward on this bill, which leaders intended to attach auto financing and restructuring legislation.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Auto Industry Financing and Restructuring Act - Vote Passed (237-170, 1 Present, 26 Not Voting)

On Wednesday, the House passed a $15 billion bill to provide the “Big Three” American auto companies with short-term loans.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
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September 29, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • Senate: Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act of 2008
  • Senate: Consolidated Security, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2009
  • House: Credit Cardholders’ Bill of Rights Act of 2008
  • House: Consolidated Security, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2009
  • House: Alternative Minimum Tax Relief Act of 2008
  • House: Renewable Energy and Job Creation Tax Act of 2008
  • House: Job Creation and Unemployment Relief Act of 2008

Upcoming Congressional Bills -

  • Senate: Job Creation and Unemployment Relief Act of 2008
  • Senate: Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008
  • House: Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008

Recent Senate Votes
Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (93-2, 5 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill to extend tax incentives for “green” energy and exempt 21 million people from paying the Alternative Minimum Tax for 2008.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Consolidated Security, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2009 - Vote Agreed to (78-12, 1 Present, 9 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this $600 billion bill over the weekend to fund the federal government through March 6, 2009.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Credit Cardholders’ Bill of Rights Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (312-112, 9 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill to reform credit card industry practices.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Consolidated Security, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2009 - Vote Passed (370-58, 1 Present, 4 Not Voting)

The House approved this $600 billion bill to fund the federal government through March 6, 2009.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Alternative Minimum Tax Relief Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (393-30, 10 Not Voting)

The House passed this $64.6 billion bill to protect 25 million taxpayers from unintended tax liabilities.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Renewable Energy and Job Creation Tax Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (257-166, 10 Not Voting)

This bill, costing almost $62 billion, would extend and expand tax breaks and incentives for individuals using and developing renewable energy.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Job Creation and Unemployment Relief Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (264-158, 12 Not Voting)

The House passed this $60.7 billion economic stimulus bill on Friday evening that would extend unemployment benefits.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Job Creation and Unemployment Relief Act of 2008 - H.R.7110

The Senate will likely vote on this bill to extend unemployment benefits and stimulate the economy.



Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 - H.R.3997

The Senate is expected to vote on this bill or their own version of the bill intended to stabilize the nation’s credit markets.



Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 - H.R.3997

The House is expected to vote on this bill intended to stabilize the nation’s credit markets.

American Postal Workers Union
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September 22, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • Senate: National Defense Authorization Act
  • House: Comprehensive American Energy Security and Consumer Protection Act
  • House: National Capital Security and Safety Act
  • House: Commodity Markets Transparency and Accountability Act
  • House: No Child Left Inside Act of 2008

Upcoming Congressional Bills -

  • Senate: Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act of 2008
  • House: Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2008
  • House: Making continuing appropriations for the Fiscal Year 2009

Recent Senate Votes
National Defense Authorization Act - Vote Passed (88-8, 4 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill that authorizes defense spending, including a 3.9% pay raise for those serving in the military.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Comprehensive American Energy Security and Consumer Protection Act - Vote Passed (236-189, 9 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that seeks to reduce foreign oil dependence and enhance national security through clean and renewable alternative technologies.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


National Capital Security and Safety Act - Vote Passed (266-152, 1 Present, 14 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill to require the District of Columbia Council to widen the rights of gun ownership to its residents.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Commodity Markets Transparency and Accountability Act - Vote Passed (283-133, 17 Not Voting)

The House passed a bill requiring the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to subject the overseas trading of US energy and agricultural commodities to the same regulations and reporting requirements which domestic trades are subjected.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


No Child Left Inside Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (293-109, 31 Not Voting)

This bill to improve environmental education programs passed the House on Thursday.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act of 2008 - H.R.6049

The Senate is scheduled to take up this bill to extend temporary tax provisions that expired at the end of 2007.



Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2008 - H.R.5244

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill intended to establish fair and transparent practices relating to the extension of credit.



Making continuing appropriations for the Fiscal Year 2009 - H.J.Res.____

The House is also likely to work on a continuing resolution to fund government operations for fiscal year 2009.
American Postal Workers Union
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September 15, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • Senate: National Defense Authorization Act, FY 2009
  • House: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to restore the Highway Trust Fund balance

Upcoming Congressional Bills -

  • Senate: National Defense Authorization Act, FY 2009
  • House: National Capital Security and Safety Act
  • House: No Child Left Inside Act of 2008
  • House: Comprehensive American Energy Security and Consumer Protection Act

Recent Senate Votes
National Defense Authorization Act, FY 2009 - Vote Agreed to (83-0, 17 Not Voting)

The Senate voted to take up this bill authorizing defense spending for the next fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to restore the Highway Trust Fund balance - Vote Passed (376-29, 28 Not Voting)

On Thursday the House voted to restore $8 billion to the Highway Trust Fund Account.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
National Defense Authorization Act, FY 2009 - S.3001

The Senate is expected to work more on this defense spending authorization bill.



National Capital Security and Safety Act - H.R.6842

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill that would require the District of Columbia to revise its firearms laws to comply with a recent Supreme Court decision, while protecting security interests.



No Child Left Inside Act of 2008 - H.R.3036

The House is also scheduled to vote on this bill intended to get more children to participate in outdoor activities.



Comprehensive American Energy Security and Consumer Protection Act - H.R.___

The House is likely to vote on this energy bill that would allow most coastal states the option of off-shore drilling as close as 50 miles from their shores.

American Postal Workers Union
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July 28, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • Senate: Foreclosure Prevention Act
  • House: Foreclosure Prevention Act
  • House: Consumer Energy Supply Act
  • House: National Highway Bridge Reconstruction and Inspection Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -

  • Senate: Advancing America's Priorities
  • Senate: Stop Excessive Energy Speculation Act
  • House: Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations, FY2009
  • House: Paycheck Fairness Act

Recent Senate Votes
Foreclosure Prevention Act - Vote Agreed to (72-13, 15 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this housing-recovery package.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Foreclosure Prevention Act - Vote Passed (272-152, 11 Not Voting)

The House passed this housing-recovery package.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Consumer Energy Supply Act - Vote Failed (268-157, 10 Not Voting)

The House failed to attain the two-thirds margin needed to pass this bill to release 10 percent of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


National Highway Bridge Reconstruction and Inspection Act - Vote Passed (367-55, 12 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would help states and the Federal Highway Administration create a uniform inspection system for bridges and highways.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Advancing America's Priorities - S.3297

The Senate may take up this omnibus bill combining a number of health care bills.



Stop Excessive Energy Speculation Act - S.3268

This Senate bill is intended to prevent excessive speculation in the energy commodities market.



Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations, FY2009 - H.R.6599

The House is scheduled to take up this $73 billion bill funding military construction and the Department of Veterans Affairs for the upcoming fiscal year.



Paycheck Fairness Act - H.R.1338

The House will also take up this bill intended to prevent gender-based wage discrimination.
American Postal Workers Union
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July 21, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -

  • Senate: Veto Override; Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act
  • Senate: U.S. Global Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Reauthorization Act
  • House: Veto Override; Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act
  • House: Drill Responsibly in Leased Lands Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -

  • Senate: Stop Excessive Energy Speculation Act
  • Senate: American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act
  • House: American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act
  • House: The National Highway Bridge Reconstruction and Inspection Act
  • House: U.S. Global Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Reauthorization Act

Recent Senate Votes
Veto Override; Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act - Vote Passed (70-26, 4 Not Voting)

The Senate overrode the President's veto of a bill that cancels a scheduled 10.6 percent cut in Medicare physician payments.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


U.S. Global Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Reauthorization Act - Vote Passed (80-16, 4 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill to triple spending for President Bush's program to treat and prevent AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis in foreign countries.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Veto Override; Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act - Vote Passed (383-41, 11 Not Voting)

The House overrode the President's veto of a bill that cancels a scheduled 10.6 percent cut in Medicare physician payments.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Drill Responsibly in Leased Lands Act - Vote Failed (244-173, 18 Not Voting)

The House failed to attain the necessary two-thirds margin needed to pass this bill that would have required energy companies to drill for oil and gas in areas where licenses have already been acquired.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Stop Excessive Energy Speculation Act - S.3268

The Senate is scheduled to vote on this bill intended to prevent price speculation in the oil markets.



American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act - H.R.3221

The Senate is expected to vote on this housing-recovery package after it passes the House.



American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act - H.R.3221

The House will vote this week on this housing-recovery bill.



The National Highway Bridge Reconstruction and Inspection Act - H.R.3999

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill to improve highway bridge safety.



U.S. Global Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Reauthorization Act - H.R.5501

This bill funds programs in foreign countries that combat HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria.
American Postal Workers Union
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July 14, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: FISA Amendments Act of 2008
 Senate: Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act of 2008
 Senate: Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008
 House: Electronic Message Preservation Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
 Senate: United States Global Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Reauthorization Act of 2008
 House: Intelligence Authorization Act, FY 2009
 House: The National Highway Bridge Reconstruction and Inspection Act

Recent Senate Votes
FISA Amendments Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (69-28, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill to revise U.S. surveillance laws.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 - Vote Agreed to (69-30, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill that stops a scheduled 10.6 percent Medicare physician payment cut.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 - Vote Agreed to (63-5, 32 Not Voting)

The Senate passed its version of a housing-recovery package.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Electronic Message Preservation Act - Vote Passed (286-137, 11 Not Voting)

The House passed a measure requiring federal agencies to begin storing e-mail records, according to standards set by the National Archives and Records Administration.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
United States Global Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Reauthorization Act of 2008 - S.2731

The Senate will vote on this bill to fund programs in foreign countries that combat HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria.



Intelligence Authorization Act, FY 2009 - H.R.5959

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill to authorize appropriations for intelligence and intelligence-related activities in the next fiscal year.



The National Highway Bridge Reconstruction and Inspection Act - H.R.3999

The House is expected to vote on this bill to improve highway bridge safety.



American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
June 30, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Agreeing to House Amendment to Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008
* Senate: Cloture Motion; Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978
* Senate: Cloture Motion; Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008
* Senate: Agreeing to House Amendments to Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2008
* House: Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act
* House: Federal Price Gouging Prevention Act
* House: Alternative Minimum Tax Relief Act of 2008
* House: Saving Energy Through Public Transportation Act


Editor's Note: The Senate is in recess until Monday, July 7. The House is in recess until Tuesday, July 8.

Recent Senate Votes
Agreeing to House Amendment to Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 - Vote Agreed to (79-16, 5 Not Voting)

The Senate approved the first of three parts of this housing package.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Cloture Motion; Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 - Vote Agreed to (80-15, 5 Not Voting)

The Senate voted to take up this bill that would rewrite electronic surveillance laws and give legal immunity to telecommunication companies that provided intelligence-gatherers with customer information.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Cloture Motion; Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 - Vote Rejected (58-40, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate failed to reach the 60 votes necessary to proceed to consideration of a bill that would cancel a scheduled cut in Medicare physician reimbursements.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Agreeing to House Amendments to Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2008 - Vote Agreed to (92-6, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate agreed to the domestic component of a supplemental spending package that also funds military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act - Vote Passed (355-59, 20 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill to cancel a scheduled 10 percent Medicare reimbursement cut to physicians.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Federal Price Gouging Prevention Act - Vote Failed (276-146, 13 Not Voting)

The House fell short of the two-thirds margin necessary to pass this bill, which would have expanded the Federal Trade Commission’s powers to combat price manipulation.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Alternative Minimum Tax Relief Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (233-189, 12 Not Voting)

The House voted to “patch” the alternative minimum tax.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Saving Energy Through Public Transportation Act - Vote Passed (322-98, 14 Not Voting)

The House approved $1.7 billion in grants to mass transit authorities.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
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MegaVote
June 23, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Cloture Motion; Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act of 2008
* Senate: Overriding the Veto of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008
* House: Overriding the Veto of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008
* House: National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2008
* House: Federal Employees Paid Parental Leave Act
* House: Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2008
* House: FISA Amendments Act of 2008

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: FISA Amendments Act of 2008
* Senate: Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008
* House: The Alternative Minimum Tax Relief Act of 2008
* House: ADA Restoration Act
* House: The Saving Energy Through Public Transportation Act of 2008

Recent Senate Votes
Cloture Motion; Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act of 2008 - Vote Rejected (52-44, 4 Not Voting)

The Senate again failed to reach the 60 votes necessary to proceed to debate on this bill that extends a series of tax provisions.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Overriding the Veto of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (80-14, 6 Not Voting)

The Senate again voted to override the President’s veto of the farm bill, as a second veto was necessary because of a print error in the first version of the bill sent to the President.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Overriding the Veto of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (317-109, 8 Not Voting)

The House voted to override the President’s veto of the farm bill again, as a second veto was necessary due to a print error in the first version of the bill sent to the President.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (409-15, 9 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill to expand NASA operations and set the agency’s budget for the next fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Federal Employees Paid Parental Leave Act - Vote Passed (278-146, 10 Not Voting)

The House voted to provide four weeks of paid parental leave to federal employees who adopt or give birth to a child.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2008 - Vote Passed (268-155, 12 Not Voting)

The House approved this $165.4 billion bill to fund the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq through FY2008 and the beginning of FY2009.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


FISA Amendments Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (293-129, 13 Not Voting)

The House passed this intelligence bill that would revise U.S. surveillance laws.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
FISA Amendments Act of 2008 - H.R.6304

The Senate will vote on this intelligence bill that would rewrite the nation’s surveillance laws.



Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 - H.R.3221

The Senate is likely to vote on this housing-stimulus bill.



The Alternative Minimum Tax Relief Act of 2008 - H.R.6275

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill intended to provide individuals with temporary relief from the alternative minimum tax.



ADA Restoration Act - H.R.3195

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill intended to restore the intent and protections of the Americans with Disabilities Act.



The Saving Energy Through Public Transportation Act of 2008 - H.R.6052

The House is likely to vote on this bill that would promote increased public transportation use and increased use of alternative fuels by public transportation systems.
American Postal Workers Union
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June 16, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: Cloture Motion; Consumer-First Energy Act of 2008
 Senate: Cloture Motion; Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act of 2008
 Senate: Cloture Motion; Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008
 House: Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act
 House: Articles of Impeachment
 House: Emergency Extended Unemployment Compensation Act of 2008

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
 Senate: Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act of 2008
 House: National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2008
 House: Federal Employees Paid Parental Leave Act of 2008
 House: Iraq/Afghanistan Supplemental Appropriations

Recent Senate Votes
Cloture Motion; Consumer-First Energy Act of 2008 - Vote Rejected (51-43, 6 Not Voting)

The Senate fell short of the 60 votes needed to move forward on this bill intended to provide energy price relief and prevent price gouging.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Cloture Motion; Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act of 2008 - Vote Rejected (50-44, 6 Not Voting)

The Senate failed to reach the 60 votes necessary to proceed to a debate on this House bill that “patches” the alternative minimum tax and extends a series of tax provisions.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Cloture Motion; Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 - Vote Rejected (54-39, 7 Not Voting)

The Senate did not get the necessary 60 votes to advance to debate on this Medicare bill.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act - Vote Passed (311-104, 18 Not Voting)

The House passed a measure reauthorizing $14.4 billion in funding for Amtrak over the next five years.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Articles of Impeachment - Vote Passed (251-166, 16 Not Voting)

The House voted to refer 35 Articles of Impeachment against President Bush to the Judiciary Committee.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Emergency Extended Unemployment Compensation Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (274-137, 23 Not Voting)

The House voted to extend unemployment insurance benefits for workers who exhaust the current 26-week period of eligibility.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act of 2008 - H.R.6049

The Senate is scheduled to resume consideration of this tax extender and alternative minimum tax patch bill.



National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2008 - H.R.6063

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill that would authorize NASA programs for FY 2009.



Federal Employees Paid Parental Leave Act of 2008 - H.R.5781

The House will vote on this bill to provide paid leave for 8 weeks out of the 12 weeks of parental leave made available to a Federal employee.



Iraq/Afghanistan Supplemental Appropriations - H.R.2642

The House is likely to vote on this bill funding military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.


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June 9, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: Budget Resolution, FY2009
 Senate: Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008
 Senate: Cloture Motion; Amendment to Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act of 2008
 House: 21st Century Green High-Performing Public School Facilities Act
 House: Budget Resolution, FY2009

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
 Senate: Consumer-First Energy Act of 2008
 Senate: Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act of 2008
 Senate: Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers of 2008
 House: Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act of 2008
 House: National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2008
 House: Iraq/Afghanistan Supplemental Appropriations
 House: Emergency Extended Unemployment Compensation Act of 2008

Recent Senate Votes
Budget Resolution, FY2009 - Vote Agreed to (48-45, 2 Present, 5 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this federal budget resolution for Fiscal Year 2009.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (77-15, 8 Not Voting)

The Senate again passed the Farm Bill, after a clerical error invalidated a previous vote, the President’s veto, and a veto override.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Cloture Motion; Amendment to Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act of 2008 - Vote Rejected (48-36, 16 Not Voting)

The cloture vote to limit debate on the Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act failed to garner the necessary 60 votes.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted Not Voting......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
21st Century Green High-Performing Public School Facilities Act - Vote Passed (250-164, 19 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill to modernize primary schools with a focus on greener buildings.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Budget Resolution, FY2009 - Vote Passed (214-210, 10 Not Voting)

The House passed this federal budget resolution for Fiscal Year 2009.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Consumer-First Energy Act of 2008 - S.3044

The Senate will take up this bill intended to provide energy price relief and prevent price gouging.



Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act of 2008 - H.R.6049

The Senate is also likely to vote on this bill to extend renewable energy tax credits.



Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers of 2008 - S._____

The Senate is expected to take up this Medicare bill this week.



Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act of 2008 - H.R.6003

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill to reauthorize Amtrak.



National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2008 - H.R.6063

The House is also scheduled to vote on this bill that would authorize NASA programs for FY 2009.



Iraq/Afghanistan Supplemental Appropriations - H.R.2642

The House is likely to vote on this bill funding military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.



Emergency Extended Unemployment Compensation Act of 2008 - H.R.5749

The House may also vote on this bill to extend unemployment insurance benefits.


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May 27, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2008
 Senate: Overriding the Veto of the Food and Energy Security Act of 2007
 House: Gas Price Relief for Consumers Act
 House: Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act
 House: Overriding the Veto of the Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act
 House: To provide for the continuation of Department of Agriculture programs through FY2012
 House: Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for FY2009


Editor's Note: The Senate and House are in recess until June 2.

Recent Senate Votes
Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2008 - Vote Agreed to (75-22, 3 Not Voting)

With this vote, the Senate attached more than $10 billion in domestic spending to the $165 billion supplemental spending bill funding military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Overriding the Veto of the Food and Energy Security Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (82-13, 1 Present, 4 Not Voting)

The Senate voted to override the President’s veto of the farm bill, but a clerical error will require the vote to be taken again.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Gas Price Relief for Consumers Act - Vote Passed (324-84, 26 Not Voting)

The House passed a measure authorizing the Justice Department to pursue energy antitrust and price-fixing cases against members of the OPEC oil cartel.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act - Vote Passed (263-160, 12 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill to extend temporary tax provisions that expired at the end of 2007.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Overriding the Veto of the Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act - Vote Passed (316-108, 11 Not Voting)

The House voted to override the President’s veto of the farm bill, but a clerical error required that the House vote on the bill again.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


To provide for the continuation of Department of Agriculture programs through FY2012 - Vote Passed (306-110, 19 Not Voting)

The House voted to suspend the rules and again pass the farm bill, after a clerical error invalidated a previous vote, the President’s veto, and a veto override.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for FY2009 - Vote Passed (384-23, 27 Not Voting)

The House authorized $600 billion in defense appropriations for fiscal year 2009.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
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May 19, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: Flood Insurance Reform and Modernization Act
 Senate: Food and Energy Security Act
 House: Strategic Petroleum Reserve Fill Suspension and Consumer Protection Act
 House: Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act
 House: Amendment to Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
 Senate: FY2008 War Supplemental
 House: Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act of 2008
 House: Concurrent Budget Resolution for 2009
 House: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2009

Recent Senate Votes
Flood Insurance Reform and Modernization Act - Vote Passed (92-6, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate voted to reform and reauthorize the National Flood Insurance Program, which maps America's floodplains and underwrites flood insurance for communities that adopt and enforce floodplain management regulations.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Food and Energy Security Act - Vote Agreed to (81-15, 4 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to a $289 billion measure that would set agriculture policy for the next five years.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Strategic Petroleum Reserve Fill Suspension and Consumer Protection Act - Vote Passed (385-25, 23 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would suspend deposits into the Strategic Petroleum Reserve as long as the price of crude oil remains above $75 per barrel.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act - Vote Passed (318-106, 10 Not Voting)

The House passed a $289 billion measure that would set agriculture policy for the next five years.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Amendment to Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act - Vote Failed (141-149, 132 Present, 12 Not Voting)

The House rejected an amendment to the military construction bill that would fund military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan through fiscal year 2008 and into fiscal year 2009.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
FY2008 War Supplemental -

The Senate is scheduled to work on their version of a $193 billion bill to fund military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Since the House rejected the portion of the bill funding military operations, it will be up to the Senate to add those funds.



Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act of 2008 - H.R.6049

This $57 billion House bill would extend a number of expiring or soon-to-expire tax provisions.



Concurrent Budget Resolution for 2009 - S.Con.Res.70

The House is scheduled to begin work on this resolution setting 2009 fiscal year budget levels. The start of floor action is contingent on Senate and House conferees completing a final draft of the resolution.



National Defense Authorization Act, FY2009 - H.R.5658

The House may begin considering this bill that would authorize $600 billion for defense spending for the upcoming fiscal year.



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May 12, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: Cloture Motion: FAA Reauthorization Act of 2007
 House: Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2008
 House: Amendment to American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
 Senate: Flood Insurance Reform and Modernization Act of 2007
 House: Iraq/Afghanistan Supplemental Appropriations
 House: Food and Energy Security Act of 2007

Recent Senate Votes
Cloture Motion: FAA Reauthorization Act of 2007 - Vote Rejected (49-42, 9 Not Voting)

The Senate fell short of the sixty votes needed to end debate on this bill to modernize the nation’s air traffic control system.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (239-188, 6 Not Voting)

The House voted to provide $15 billion to states and municipalities for the purchase and rehabilitation of foreclosed homes.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Amendment to American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act - Vote Passed (266-154, 13 Not Voting)

The House passed a comprehensive housing-stimulus bill through three separate votes, including this measure authorizing the Federal Housing Administration to help refinance as much as $300 billion of subprime loans.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Flood Insurance Reform and Modernization Act of 2007 - S.2284

The Senate is expected to vote on this bill that would improve the national flood insurance program.



Iraq/Afghanistan Supplemental Appropriations - H.R.__

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill to fund the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.



Food and Energy Security Act of 2007 - H.R.2419

The House may also vote on the farm bill conference report.



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MegaVote
May 5, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 House: Combustible Dust Explosion and Fire Prevention Act
 House: Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008
 House: Ensuring Continued Access to Student Loans Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
 Senate: FAA Reauthorization Act
 House: Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2008
 House: American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008

Recent House Votes
Combustible Dust Explosion and Fire Prevention Act - Vote Passed (247-165, 19 Not Voting)

The House voted to require the Department of Labor to issue interim and final occupational safety and health standards regarding worker exposure to combustible dust.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (414-1, 16 Not Voting)

The House agreed to this measure that would prohibit employers and health insurance issuers from discriminating against individuals on the basis of their genetic information.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Ensuring Continued Access to Student Loans Act - Vote Passed (388-21, 22 Not Voting)

The House agreed with the Senate’s amendments to this bill intended to ensure the availability of low interest student loans.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
FAA Reauthorization Act - H.R.2881

The Senate is expected to vote on this bill to modernize the nation’s air traffic control system.



Neighborhood Stabilization Act of 2008 - H.R.5818

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill that would require the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to provide grants and loans for housing stimulus activities.



American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 - H.R.___

The House is also likely to work on this bill that aims to reduce foreclosures.

 

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April 28, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: Cloture Motion; Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2007
 Senate: Veterans' Benefits Enhancement Act of 2007
 Senate: Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007
 House: Protecting the Medicaid Safety Net Act of 2008
 House: SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Act
 House: Coast Guard Authorization for 2008

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
 Senate: FAA Reauthorization Act
 House: Worker Protection Against Combustible Dust Explosion and Fire Act of 2008
 House: Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act

Recent Senate Votes
Cloture Motion; Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act of 2007 - Vote Rejected (56-42, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate fell short of the sixty votes necessary to proceed to debate on H.R. 2831, a bill that effectively overturns a recent Supreme Court decision concerning pay discrimination litigation.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Veterans' Benefits Enhancement Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (96-1, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this comprehensive veterans’ benefits bill, which includes a provision to provide a limited pension for Filipino World War II veterans.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (95-0, 5 Not Voting)

The Senate unanimously agreed to a measure that would prohibit employers and health insurance issuers from discriminating against individuals on the basis of their genetic information.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Protecting the Medicaid Safety Net Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (349-62, 20 Not Voting)

The House voted to place a year-long moratorium on the implementation of several new Medicaid rules.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Act - Vote Passed (368-43, 20 Not Voting)

The House voted to reauthorize through 2010 the Small Business and Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer programs.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Coast Guard Authorization for 2008 - Vote Passed (395-7, 29 Not Voting)

The House approved this $8.4 billion bill authorizing Coast Guard programs and spending.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
FAA Reauthorization Act - H.R.2881

The Senate is expected to work on this bill to modernize the nation’s air traffic control system.



Worker Protection Against Combustible Dust Explosion and Fire Act of 2008 - H.R.5522

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill that would require occupational safety and health standards regarding worker exposure to combustible dust.



Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act - H.R.493

The House is also likely to vote on this bill, which just passed the Senate last week

 

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April 21, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 House: Taxpayer Assistance and Simplification Act
 House: Ensuring Continued Access to Student Loans Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
 Senate: Veterans' Benefits Enhancement Act of 2007
 House: SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Act
 House: Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2007

Recent House Votes
Taxpayer Assistance and Simplification Act - Vote Passed (238-179, 14 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill intended to simplify the federal tax system.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Ensuring Continued Access to Student Loans Act - Vote Passed (383-27, 21 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that raises the amount college students can borrow by $2,000.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Veterans' Benefits Enhancement Act of 2007 - S.1315

The Senate will work on this bill to enhance life insurance benefits for disabled veterans.



SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Act - H.R.5819

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill that would improve the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program and the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program.



Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2007 - H.R.2830

The House is also expected to vote on this bill to authorize appropriations for the Coast Guard for fiscal year 2008.
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April 14, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: Ensign Amdt. to Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008
 Senate: Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008
 House: National Landscape Conservation System Act
 House: Relating to the consideration of the United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
 Senate: To amend the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act
 House: Jubilee Act for Responsible Lending and Expanded Debt Cancellation of 2007
 House: Taxpayer Assistance and Simplification Act of 2008
 House: The Ensuring Continued Access to Student Loans Act of 2008

Recent Senate Votes
Ensign Amdt. to Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 - Vote Agreed to (88-8, 4 Not Voting)

The Senate approved this amendment to the housing stimulus package, which would extend an estimated $6.6 billion in tax incentives to encourage renewable energy and energy efficiency.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (84-12, 4 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this stimulus bill that is intended to reduce home foreclosures.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
National Landscape Conservation System Act - Vote Passed (278-140, 12 Not Voting)

The House voted to give permanent statutory protection to the Department of Interior’s National Landscape Conservation System, a 26 million-acre network of monuments, scenic trails, and conservation and wildlife areas.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Relating to the consideration of the United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement - Vote Passed (224-195, 1 Present, 12 Not Voting)

This House resolution removes the 90-day provision requiring Congress to vote on the United States-Colombia Free Trade bill.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
To amend the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act - H.R.1195

The Senate is expected to work on this bill to make technical corrections to transportation law.



Jubilee Act for Responsible Lending and Expanded Debt Cancellation of 2007 - H.R.2634

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill that would provide debt cancellation to some low-income countries and establish a structure for creditor transparency and responsible lending.



Taxpayer Assistance and Simplification Act of 2008 - H.R.5719

The House is also scheduled to vote on this tax simplification bill.



The Ensuring Continued Access to Student Loans Act of 2008 - H.R.5715

The House will likely work on this bill to assure that students and families have access to the federal student loan program.


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MegaVote
April 7, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 House: Tom Lantos and Henry J. Hyde United States Global Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Reauthorization Act
 House: United States Fire Administration Reauthorization Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
 Senate: Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008
 House: The National Landscape Conservation System Act
 House: Beach Protection Act

Recent House Votes
Tom Lantos and Henry J. Hyde United States Global Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Reauthorization Act - Vote Passed (308-116, 7 Not Voting)

The House voted to authorize $50 billion between 2009 and 2013 to help fight the international spread of HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


United States Fire Administration Reauthorization Act - Vote Passed (412-0, 18 Not Voting)

The House unanimously reauthorized funding for the U.S. Fire Administration in the amount of $293 billion over five years.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008 - H.R.3221

The Senate will vote on this foreclosure prevention bill.



The National Landscape Conservation System Act - H.R.2016

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill to establish a system to conserve, protect, and restore nationally significant landscapes through the Bureau of Land Management.



Beach Protection Act - H.R.2537

The House will likely vote on this bill that would improve environmental protection of beaches.

 

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March 17, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: Amendment to establish an earmark moratorium for FY2009
 Senate: Budget Resolution, FY2009
 House: Overriding the Veto of the Intelligence Authorization Act of 2008
 House: Establishing within the House of Representatives an Office of Congressional Ethics
 House: Budget Resolution, FY2009
 House: FISA Amendments Act of 2008


Editor's Note: The House and Senate are in recess until March 31.

Recent Senate Votes
Amendment to establish an earmark moratorium for FY2009 - Vote Rejected (29-71)

The Senate rejected an amendment to the 2009 budget resolution that would have placed a yearlong moratorium on earmarks, special spending requests used by members of Congress to fund projects in their districts.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Budget Resolution, FY2009 - Vote Agreed to (51-44, 1 Present, 4 Not Voting)

The Senate narrowly approved this budget resolution for fiscal year 2009.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Overriding the Veto of the Intelligence Authorization Act of 2008 - Vote Failed (225-188, 17 Not Voting)

The House fell far short of the 276 votes needed to override President Bush’s veto of this intelligence bill that would ban interrogation methods like waterboarding and mock executions.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Establishing within the House of Representatives an Office of Congressional Ethics - Vote Passed (229-182, 4 Present, 15 Not Voting)

The House narrowly approved a new ethics rule to create an independent office that would consider ethics complaints against House members.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Budget Resolution, FY2009 - Vote Passed (212-207, 12 Not Voting)

The House passed this $3 trillion budget resolution setting spending priorities for the 2009 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


FISA Amendments Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (213-197, 1 Present, 20 Not Voting)

The House passed this intelligence bill that would revise U.S. surveillance laws.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
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March 11, 2008
In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act
 House: Paul Wellstone Mental Health and Addiction Equity Act
Upcoming Congressional Bills -
 Senate: Budget Resolution for Fiscal Year 2009
 House: Establishing within the House of Representatives an Office of Congressional Ethics
 House: Budget Resolution for Fiscal Year 2009

Recent Senate Votes
Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act - Vote Passed (79-13, 8 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this legislation granting more funding and authority to the Consumer Product Safety Commission and requiring mandatory testing of consumer products for children.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Paul Wellstone Mental Health and Addiction Equity Act - Vote Passed (268-148, 13 Not Voting)

The House voted to require employee health plans to provide the same coverage for mental illness as they do for physical health issues.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Budget Resolution for Fiscal Year 2009 - S.Con.Res.70

The Senate will work on this resolution to establish the congressional budget for the federal government for fiscal year 2009 and set forth budgetary levels for fiscal years 2010 through 2013.



Establishing within the House of Representatives an Office of Congressional Ethics - H.Res.895

The House is scheduled to vote on this resolution that would establish an independent Office of Congressional Ethics in the House of Representatives.



Budget Resolution for Fiscal Year 2009 - H.Con.Res.___

The House will take up this resolution to establish the congressional budget for the federal government for fiscal year 2009 and propose budgetary levels for fiscal years 2010 through 2013.



American Postal Workers Union
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March 3, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Indian Health Care Improvement Act Amendments of 2007
* House: Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2008

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Consumer Product Safety Commission bill
* House: Paul Wellstone Mental Health and Addiction Equity Act of 2007
* House: Generations Invigorating Volunteerism and Education (GIVE) Act

Recent Senate Votes
Indian Health Care Improvement Act Amendments of 2007 - Vote Passed (83-10, 7 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill to revise and extend the Indian health care program.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (236-182, 11 Not Voting)

The House voted to repeal certain tax deductions for oil and gas companies in order to pay for the extension of renewable energy and energy conservation tax credits for individuals.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Consumer Product Safety Commission bill - S.2663

The Senate is likely to vote on this bill intended to help the Consumer Product Safety Commission better protect consumers, especially children.



Paul Wellstone Mental Health and Addiction Equity Act of 2007 - H.R.____

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill that would require equity in the provision of mental health and substance-related disorder benefits under group health plans.



Generations Invigorating Volunteerism and Education (GIVE) Act - H.R.2857

The House may also vote on a bill to reauthorize and reform the national service laws.
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February 18, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: FISA Amendments Act of 2007
* House: To extend the Protect America Act of 2007 for 21 days
* House: Providing for the adoption of H. Res. 979 and H. Res. 980, contempt of Congress resolutions


Editor's Note: The Senate and House are in recess until February 25.

Recent Senate Votes
FISA Amendments Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (68-29, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this intelligence bill that would revise U.S. surveillance laws and grant retroactive immunity to telecommunications companies that helped the government conduct warrantless wiretapping of U.S. citizens.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
To extend the Protect America Act of 2007 for 21 days - Vote Failed (191-229, 9 Not Voting)

The House rejected this bill that would have extended the current FISA law for 21 days and given Congress time to resolve the differences between the House and Senate bills.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Providing for the adoption of H. Res. 979 and H. Res. 980, contempt of Congress resolutions - Vote Passed (223-32, 1 Present, 173 Not Voting)

The House passed this resolution finding former White House Counsel Harriet Miers and White House Chief of Staff Joshua Bolten in contempt of Congress for failing to comply with subpoenas issued by the Judiciary Committee.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


American Postal Workers Union
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February 11, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: Recovery Rebates and Economic Stimulus for the American People Act of 2008
 House: College Opportunity and Affordability Act of 2007
 House: Recovery Rebates and Economic Stimulus for the American People Act of 2008

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
 Senate: FISA Amendments Act of 2007
 House: Public Housing Asset Management Improvement Act of 2007
 House: Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2008

Recent Senate Votes
Recovery Rebates and Economic Stimulus for the American People Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (81-16, 3 Not Voting)

The bipartisan economic stimulus package passed the Senate last week, with the chamber opting to amend this House bill rather than pass its own.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
College Opportunity and Affordability Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (354-58, 17 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill to address rising tuition costs and remove obstacles that make it more difficult for students to attend college.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recovery Rebates and Economic Stimulus for the American People Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (380-34, 16 Not Voting)

The House agreed to the Senate amendment of the economic stimulus package, expanding the eligibility of rebate checks to over 130 million people.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
FISA Amendments Act of 2007 - S.2248

The Senate will continue work on this intelligence surveillance bill.



Public Housing Asset Management Improvement Act of 2007 - H.R.3521

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill to improve the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s operating fund for public housing.



Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2008 - H.R.____

The House may also vote on a bill that would extend and increase renewable energy and efficiency tax incentives.



American Postal Workers Union
presents:
 
February 4, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: FISA Amendments Act of 2007
 House: Recovery Rebates and Economic Stimulus for the American People Act of 2008

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
 Senate: FISA Amendments Act of 2007
 Senate: Economic Stimulus Package
 House: College Opportunity and Affordability Act

Recent Senate Votes
FISA Amendments Act of 2007 - Vote Rejected (48-45, 7 Not Voting)

The Senate failed to get the 60 votes needed to end debate on this intelligence surveillance bill.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Recovery Rebates and Economic Stimulus for the American People Act of 2008 - Vote Passed (385-35, 1 Present, 10 Not Voting)

The bipartisan economic stimulus package passed the House last week with overwhelming support.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
FISA Amendments Act of 2007 - S.2248

The Senate will continue work on this intelligence surveillance bill.



Economic Stimulus Package - S.____

The Senate will vote on an economic stimulus bill this week.



College Opportunity and Affordability Act - H.R.4137

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill to amend and extend the Higher Education Act of 1965.



American Postal Workers Union
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January 28, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008
 House: Veto Override on Children’s Health Insurance Program Extension and Improvement

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
 Senate: FISA Amendments Act of 2007
 House: Economic Stimulus Package

Recent Senate Votes
National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008 - Vote Passed (91-3, 6 Not Voting)

The Senate approved a modified version of the defense authorization bill, which addressed concerns that caused President Bush to unexpectedly veto the original bill last month.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Veto Override on Children’s Health Insurance Program Extension and Improvement - Vote Failed (260-152, 19 Not Voting)

The House fell 15 votes short of the two-thirds majority needed to override President Bush’s veto of this bill reauthorizing and expanding the Children’s Health Insurance Program.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
FISA Amendments Act of 2007 - S.2248

The Senate is scheduled to vote on this intelligence surveillance bill.



Economic Stimulus Package - H.R.____

The House will vote on this economic stimulus bill early in the week.

 

 

American Postal Workers Union
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January 21, 2008

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 House: S-MINER Act
 House: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008
 House: HOPE VI Improvement and Reauthorization Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
 Senate: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008
 House: Veto Override on Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2007

Editor's Note: The Senate was in recess last week and will return on Tuesday, January 22.

Recent House Votes
S-MINER Act - Vote Passed (214-199, 17 Not Voting)

The House passed the S-MINER Act in an attempt to improve mine safety standards.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008 - Vote Passed (369-46, 15 Not Voting)

On Wednesday the House approved a modified version of the defense authorization bill, which addressed concerns that caused the President to unexpectedly veto the original bill last month.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


HOPE VI Improvement and Reauthorization Act - Vote Passed (271-130, 29 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill to reauthorize the HOPE VI grant program that revitalizes severely distressed public housing.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008 - H.R.4986

The Senate is likely to take up this defense policy bill when it returns from recess.



Veto Override on Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2007 - H.R.3963

The House is expected to vote on overriding the president’s veto of this bill to expand the Children’s Health Insurance Program.



American Postal Workers Union
presents:
 
December 21, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: Consolidated Appropriations, FY2008
 House: CLEAN Energy Act of 2007
 House: Terrorism Risk Insurance Revision and Extension Act
 House: Temporary Tax Relief Act of 2007
 House: SCHIP Extension Act
 House: Consolidated Appropriations, FY2008


Editor's Note: The Senate is in recess until January 22. The House is in recess until January 15.

Recent Senate Votes
Consolidated Appropriations, FY2008 - Vote Agreed to (76-17, 1 Present, 6 Not Voting)

The Senate passed H.R. 2764, a 2008 fiscal year omnibus appropriations bill that provides additional war funding.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
CLEAN Energy Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (314-100, 19 Not Voting)

The House passed this comprehensive energy bill that will raise the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards to 35 miles per gallon by 2020.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Terrorism Risk Insurance Revision and Extension Act - Vote Passed (360-53, 19 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would help the insurance industry cover costs in the event of a terrorist attack.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Temporary Tax Relief Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (352-64, 17 Not Voting)

The House voted in favor of this bill to fix the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) for one year, sending it to the President for his approval.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


SCHIP Extension Act - Vote Passed (411-3, 18 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill on Wednesday to extend funding of the State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) in its current form until March 2009.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Consolidated Appropriations, FY2008 - Vote Passed (272-142, 18 Not Voting)

The House gave final approval to this $555 billion, 2008 fiscal year omnibus appropriations bill that includes a Senate provision providing additional war funding.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


American Postal Workers Union
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December 17, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: CLEAN Energy Act of 2007
 Senate: FHA Modernization Act of 2007
 Senate: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008
 Senate: Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act of 2007
 House: Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act
 House: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008
 House: AMT Relief Act
 House: Intelligence Authorization Act, FY2008
 House: Making further continuing appropriations for FY2008

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
 Senate: FISA Amendments Act of 2007
 Senate: Consolidated Appropriations, FY2008
 House: CLEAN Energy Act of 2007
 House: Consolidated Appropriations, FY2008

Recent Senate Votes
CLEAN Energy Act of 2007 - Vote Agreed to (86-8, 6 Not Voting)

The Senate passed a pared-down version of the energy bill that the House passed last week.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


FHA Modernization Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (93-1, 6 Not Voting)

The Senate passed legislation to ease the burden of mushrooming interest rates on homeowners by allowing them to transfer their finances into federally insured loans.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008 - Vote Agreed to (90-3, 7 Not Voting)

On Friday, the Senate gave final approval to this bill authorizing defense spending for fiscal year 2008.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (79-14, 7 Not Voting)

The Senate approved this $288 billion, five-year bill that sets agricultural policy and authorizes funding for agricultural related programs such as commodity support, conservation, and nutrition.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act - Vote Passed (303-116, 12 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would help the insurance industry cover costs in the event of a terrorist attack, after making slight revisions to the Senate version that passed last month.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008 - Vote Passed (370-49, 12 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill to authorize defense appropriations.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


AMT Relief Act - Vote Passed (226-193, 13 Not Voting)

The House passed this measure to patch the alternative minimum tax that would be financed by a pay-as-you-go plan.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Intelligence Authorization Act, FY2008 - Vote Passed (222-199, 10 Not Voting)

This bill authorizing intelligence spending would also ban waterboarding, mock executions, and other severe methods of interrogation.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Making further continuing appropriations for FY2008 - Vote Passed (385-27, 21 Not Voting)

On Thursday the House passed this continuing resolution to fund government programs through Friday, December 21.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
FISA Amendments Act of 2007 - S.2248

The Senate will vote on this bill that would require court approval for some spying on U.S. citizens.



Consolidated Appropriations, FY2008 - H.R.2764

The Senate is expected to vote on this omnibus spending bill that will fund government operations.



CLEAN Energy Act of 2007 - H.R.6

The House is expected to once again vote on this bill in order to agree to Senate amendments.



Consolidated Appropriations, FY2008 - H.R.2764

The House is scheduled to vote early in the week on this omnibus spending bill that will fund government operations.



American Postal Workers Union
presents:
 
December 11, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
 Senate: Temporary Tax Relief Act of 2007
 House: Creating Long-Term Energy Alternatives for the Nation Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
 Senate: Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act of 2007
 Senate: Creating Long-Term Energy Alternatives for the Nation Act
 Senate: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008
 House: Foreign Operations Appropriations/Consolidated Appropriations, FY2008
 House: Intelligence Authorization Act, FY2008
 House: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008
 House: Terrorism Risk Insurance Revision and Extension Act of 2007

Recent Senate Votes
United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act - Vote Passed (77-18, 5 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this bill to improve the United States’ trade relationship with Peru.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Temporary Tax Relief Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (88-5, 7 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this House bill to fix the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) for one year, without introducing new tax revenues that would pay for it.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Creating Long-Term Energy Alternatives for the Nation Act - Vote Passed (235-181, 16 Not Voting)

The House passed this energy legislation Thursday evening in an attempt to make steps towards energy independence.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act of 2007 - H.R.2419

This week the Senate is expected to vote on this bill that provides aid for farmers and funds for low-income nutrition programs.



Creating Long-Term Energy Alternatives for the Nation Act - H.R.6

The Senate will likely continue considering this bill intended to increase U.S. energy independence and raise CAFE standards.



National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008 - H.R.1585

The Senate is also expected to vote on the conference report of this bill that authorizes $504 billion for military spending and another $189.3 billion for the Iraq and Afghanistan wars.



Foreign Operations Appropriations/Consolidated Appropriations, FY2008 - H.R.2764

The House is expected to vote on this omnibus spending bill sometime this week.



Intelligence Authorization Act, FY2008 - H.R.2082

This House bill would authorize FY2008 funding for intelligence and intelligence-related activities.



National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008 - H.R.1585

The House is scheduled to vote on the conference report of this bill that authorizes $504 billion for military spending and another $189.3 billion for the Iraq and Afghanistan wars.



Terrorism Risk Insurance Revision and Extension Act of 2007 - H.R.2761

Because the Senate added an amendment to this bill, the House must again vote on this legislation that would extend the Terrorism Insurance Program of the Department of the Treasury.
American Postal Workers Union
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November 19, 2007
In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:

Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: Improving Head Start Act
 Senate: Motion to Invoke Cloture: Orderly and Responsible Iraq Redeployment Appropriations Act, FY2008
 House: Improving Head Start Act
 House: Conference Report on Transportation/HUD Appropriations, FY2008
 House: Orderly and Responsible Iraq Redeployment Appropriations Act, FY2008
 House: Mortgage Reform and Anti-Predatory Lending Act
 House: Responsible Electronic Surveillance That is Overseen, Reviewed, and Effective (RESTORE) Act
 House: Overriding the Veto of the Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2008


Editor's Note: The Senate is in pro forma sessions until Monday, December 3. The House is in recess until Tuesday, December 4.

Recent Senate Votes
Improving Head Start Act - Vote Agreed to (95-0, 5 Not Voting)

The Senate unanimously passed this bill boosting funding for the Head Start program.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Motion to Invoke Cloture: Orderly and Responsible Iraq Redeployment Appropriations Act, FY2008 - Vote Rejected (53-45, 2 Not Voting)

Before embarking on its Thanksgiving recess, the Senate failed to invoke cloture on this bill that would provide $50 billion of funding for the War in Iraq while setting a troop withdrawal plan.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Improving Head Start Act - Vote Passed (381-36, 15 Not Voting)

This House bill boosts funding for the Head Start program.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Conference Report on Transportation/HUD Appropriations, FY2008 - Vote Passed (270-147, 15 Not Voting)

On Wednesday the House passed this $51.2 billion bill to fund the Departments of Transportation and Housing and Urban Development for the 2008 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Orderly and Responsible Iraq Redeployment Appropriations Act, FY2008 - Vote Passed (218-203, 1 Present, 11 Not Voting)

The House approved legislation to grant the Department of Defense four months’ worth of emergency funding for the War in Iraq, under the condition that troop redeployment begins 30 days following the bill’s enactment.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Mortgage Reform and Anti-Predatory Lending Act - Vote Passed (291-127, 14 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would reform consumer mortgage practices.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Responsible Electronic Surveillance That is Overseen, Reviewed, and Effective (RESTORE) Act - Vote Passed (227-189, 16 Not Voting)

This House bill would update the intelligence surveillance bill passed earlier this year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Overriding the Veto of the Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2008 - Vote Failed (277-141, 15 Not Voting)

The House failed to override the veto of this $150.7 billion bill that would fund the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services and Education.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
American Postal Workers Union
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November 12, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Overriding the Veto of the Water Resources Development Act
* Senate: Nomination of Michael B. Mukasey of New York to be Attorney General
* House: Overriding the Veto of the Water Resources Development Act
* House: Employment Non-Discrimination Act
* House: United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement
* House: Defense Appropriations Act, FY2008
* House: Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2008
* House: Temporary Tax Relief Act of 2007

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act of 2007
* House: Mortgage Reform and Anti-Predatory Lending Act of 2007
* House: Head Start for School Readiness Act

Recent Senate Votes
Overriding the Veto of the Water Resources Development Act - Vote Passed (79-14, 7 Not Voting)

The Senate voted to override the President’s veto of the Water Resources Development Act.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Nomination of Michael B. Mukasey of New York to be Attorney General - Vote Confirmed (53-40, 7 Not Voting)

The Senate confirmed former federal judge Michael Mukasey to be Attorney General of the United States.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Overriding the Veto of the Water Resources Development Act - Vote Passed (361-54, 17 Not Voting)

The House voted on Tuesday to override President Bush’s veto of the Water Resources Development Act.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Employment Non-Discrimination Act - Vote Passed (235-184, 14 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would bar employers with 15 or more employees from discriminating against potential workers based on their real or supposed sexual orientation.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement - Vote Passed (285-132, 16 Not Voting)

This bill is intended to strengthen trade ties with Peru.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Defense Appropriations Act, FY2008 - Vote Passed (400-15, 17 Not Voting)

The House overwhelmingly passed the conference report for this $471 billion bill funding the Department of Defense for the 2008 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2008 - Vote Passed (274-141, 17 Not Voting)

With this vote the House sent the appropriations bill funding the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education to the President’s desk.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Temporary Tax Relief Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (216-193, 24 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill to provide tax relief for the 2007 filing year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act of 2007 - H.R.2419

The Senate will continue to work on this bill that provides aid for farmers and funds for low-income nutrition programs.



Mortgage Reform and Anti-Predatory Lending Act of 2007 - H.R.3915

The House is scheduled to vote on this legislation intended to reform consumer mortgage practices.



Head Start for School Readiness Act - H.R.1429

The House will vote on the conference report of this bill to reauthorize the Head Start Act.
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
 
November 5, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act of 2007
 Senate: Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act
 House: Small Business Contracting Program Improvements Act
 House: Trade and Globalization Assistance Act
 House: Hardrock Mining and Reclamation Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
 Senate: Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act of 2007
 Senate: Conference Report on Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2008
 Senate: Veto Override on Water Resources Development Act of 2007
 House: Conference Report on Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2008
 House: Veto Override on Water Resources Development Act of 2007
 House: United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act
 House: Temporary Tax Relief Act of 2007

Recent Senate Votes
Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (70-22, 8 Not Voting)

In a bipartisan effort, the Senate passed this $11.4 billion bill reauthorizing Amtrak for six years.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act - Vote Passed (64-30, 6 Not Voting)

The Senate passed a new bill to reauthorize and expand the State Children’s Health Insurance Program.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Small Business Contracting Program Improvements Act - Vote Passed (334-80, 18 Not Voting)

This House bill is intended to update the government’s contracting programs targeting veteran and minority owned businesses.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Trade and Globalization Assistance Act - Vote Passed (264-157, 11 Not Voting)

On Wednesday the House passed this bill that reauthorizes and expands the Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) program.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Hardrock Mining and Reclamation Act - Vote Passed (244-166, 22 Not Voting)

This House bill would overhaul environmental standards applied to mining, finance abandoned mine site clean-up, and charge royalties for hardrock mines located on federal lands.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act of 2007 - H.R.2419

The Senate will work on this bill that provides aid for farmers and funds for low-income nutrition programs.



Conference Report on Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2008 - H.R.3043

The Senate is scheduled to vote on the conference report on this appropriations bill.



Veto Override on Water Resources Development Act of 2007 - H.R.1495

The Senate may also vote on a veto override on this bill to fund Army Corps of Engineers projects related to water supply, flood control and waterways navigation.



Conference Report on Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2008 - H.R.3043

The House will vote on the conference report on this appropriations bill.



Veto Override on Water Resources Development Act of 2007 - H.R.1495

The House is also scheduled to vote on whether or not to override the veto of this bill to fund Army Corps of Engineers projects related to water supply, flood control and waterways navigation.



United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act - H.R.3688

The House will vote on this free trade agreement with Peru.



Temporary Tax Relief Act of 2007 - H.R.3996

The House will also likely vote on this bill intended to provide one-year extensions of expiring tax provisions and a one-year alternative minimum tax patch.
American Postal Workers Union
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October 29, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
 Senate: Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2008
 Senate: Nomination of Leslie Southwick to be U.S. Circuit Judge
House: Native Hawaiian Government Reorganization Act
House: Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
Senate: Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act of 2007
Senate: Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act
House: Small Business Contracting Program Improvements Act
House: Hardrock Mining and Reclamation Act of 2007
House: Trade and Globalization Assistance Act of 2007

Recent Senate Votes
Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2008 - Vote Passed (75-19, 6 Not Voting)

The Senate voted in favor of this $605.5 billion bill funding the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services and Education for the 2008 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Nomination of Leslie Southwick to be U.S. Circuit Judge - Vote Confirmed (59-38, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate confirmed Mississippi Appeals Court Judge Leslie Southwick to sit on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Native Hawaiian Government Reorganization Act - Vote Passed (261-153, 18 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would allow Native Hawaiians to form an Interim Governing Council which would have the power to negotiate with the federal government.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act - Vote Passed (265-142, 26 Not Voting)

A new bill to reauthorize and expand the State Children’s Health Insurance Program was passed by the House, a week after the chamber failed to override President Bush’s veto of the previous version of the bill.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act of 2007 - S.294

The Senate is scheduled to vote on this bill to reauthorize Amtrak.



Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act - H.R.3963

The Senate is also expected to work on this bill to reauthorize and expand the State Children’s Health Insurance Program.



Small Business Contracting Program Improvements Act - H.R.3867

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill that would update and expand the Small Business Administration’s procurement programs.



Hardrock Mining and Reclamation Act of 2007 - H.R.2262

This bill is intended to modify the requirements for mining on public domain lands.



Trade and Globalization Assistance Act of 2007 - H.R.3920

The House will also take up this bill to amend the Trade Act of 1974 to reauthorize trade adjustment assistance and to extend trade adjustment assistance to service workers and firms.



American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
October 22, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Commerce/Justice/Science Appropriations Act, FY2008
* House: Internet Tax Freedom Act
* House: Federal Railroad Safety Improvement Act
* House: Overriding the Veto of the Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2008
* House: Employment Non-Discrimination Act of 2007
* House: Native Hawaiian Government Reorganization Act of 2007
* House: Small Business Contracting Program Improvements Act

Recent Senate Votes
Commerce/Justice/Science Appropriations Act, FY2008 - Vote Passed (75-19, 6 Not Voting)

The Senate approved this $55.4 billion bill that would fund the Department of Commerce, Department of Justice, NASA and other science agencies.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Internet Tax Freedom Act - Vote Passed (405-2, 25 Not Voting)

The House passed legislation that would extend the moratorium on Internet access taxes through November 2011.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Federal Railroad Safety Improvement Act - Vote Passed (377-38, 16 Not Voting)

This House bill would require rail carriers transporting hazardous substances to pass inspection and to provide their workers with supplementary safety equipment.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Overriding the Veto of the Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act - Vote Failed (273-156, 4 Not Voting)

The House came thirteen votes short of overriding the President's veto of H.R. 976, a bill that would reauthorize and expand the State Children's Health Insurance Program.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2008 - H.R.3043

The Senate is expected to complete this $600 billion bill funding the departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education for the 2008 fiscal year.



Employment Non-Discrimination Act of 2007 - H.R.3685

The House is scheduled to take up this bill on Wednesday that would make it illegal for employers to discriminate against employees based on sexual orientation.



Native Hawaiian Government Reorganization Act of 2007 - H.R.505

Under this bill, Native Hawaiians would be permitted to organize into a governing entity that could negotiate with the federal government.



Small Business Contracting Program Improvements Act - H.R.3867

This bill is intended to improve the government's small business contracting programs.
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
October 15, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* House: War Profiteering Prevention Act
* House: National Affordable Housing Trust Fund Act of 2007
* House: Tax Collection Responsibility Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Commerce/Justice/Science Appropriations Act, FY2008
* Senate: Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2008
* House: Internet Tax Freedom Act
* House: Federal Railroad Safety Improvement Act of 2007
* House: RESTORE Act
* House: Vote on Overriding the President's Veto of the Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act

Recent House Votes
War Profiteering Prevention Act - Vote Passed (375-3, 53 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would criminalize "war profiteering."

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


National Affordable Housing Trust Fund Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (264-148, 19 Not Voting)

The House passed legislation founding the National Affordable Housing Trust Fund within the United States Treasury to assist in the building of affordable housing for low-income families.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Tax Collection Responsibility Act - Vote Passed (232-173, 26 Not Voting)

Despite a veto threat from the President, the House passed a bill that intends to stop the Internal Revenue Service's private debt collection program.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Commerce/Justice/Science Appropriations Act, FY2008 - H.R.3093

The Senate is set to begin the week working on this $55 billion measure funding the departments of Commerce and Justice and various science-related agencies, including the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, for the 2008 fiscal year.



Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2008 - H.R.3043

Following completion of the CJS spending bill, the Senate is expected to turn to this $150 billion bill funding the departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education for the 2008 fiscal year.



Internet Tax Freedom Act - H.R.3678

This House bill would extend the moratorium on certain electronic commerce and Internet taxes though November 1, 2011.



Federal Railroad Safety Improvement Act of 2007 - H.R.2095

This bill would update the Federal Railroad Administration's rail safety regulations.



RESTORE Act - H.R.3773

This bill would make changes to the electronic surveillance programs authorized by the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.



Vote on Overriding the President's Veto of the Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act - H.R.976

The House is currently scheduled to attempt to override the president's veto of this bill that would expand the SCHIP program on Thursday.



American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
October 8, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: National Defense Authorization Act for FY2008
* House: Improving Government Accountability Act
* House: MEJA Expansion and Enforcement Act of 2007
* House: Regional Economic and Infrastructure Development Act of 2007
* House: Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* House: National Affordable Housing Trust Fund Act of 2007
* House: Tax Collection Responsibility Act of 2007
* House: Federal Railroad Safety Improvement Act of 2007

Editor's Note: The Senate is in recess until Monday, October 15, 2007.

Recent Senate Votes
National Defense Authorization Act for FY2008 - Vote Passed (92-3, 5 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this legislation authorizing $648 billion in defense spending, including military construction and Department of Energy defense-related programs, for the 2008 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Improving Government Accountability Act - Vote Passed (404-11, 17 Not Voting)

The House overwhelmingly passed this bill to enhance the independence and accountability of the Inspectors General.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


MEJA Expansion and Enforcement Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (389-30, 13 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill to hold private security contractors accountable for criminal behavior.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Regional Economic and Infrastructure Development Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (264-154, 14 Not Voting)

This bill would extend the authorization for two regional commissions and create three new commissions to help the most severely economically distressed areas of the U.S.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (386-27, 19 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that is intended to provide tax relief to the increasing amount of people who have lost their homes due to foreclosure.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
National Affordable Housing Trust Fund Act of 2007 - H.R.2895

The House will vote on this bill to establish the National Affordable Housing Trust Fund in the U.S. Treasury to provide for the construction, rehabilitation, and preservation of decent, safe, and affordable housing for low-income families.



Tax Collection Responsibility Act of 2007 - H.R.3056

The House is scheduled to vote on this legislation that would repeal the IRS’s authority to use private debt collection companies, to delay implementation of withholding taxes on government contractors, and to revise the tax rules on expatriation.



Federal Railroad Safety Improvement Act of 2007 - H.R.2095

The House is also scheduled to vote on this bill intended to prevent railroad fatalities, injuries, and hazardous materials releases, and to establish the Federal Railroad Safety Administration.
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
October 1, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Conference Report for Water Resources Development Act of 2007
* Senate: Biden Amendment: To express the sense of Congress on federalism in Iraq
* Senate: Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act
* Senate: Increasing the statutory limit on the public debt
* Senate: Making continuing appropriations for FY2008
* House: Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act
* House: Making continuing appropriations for FY2008
* House: Popcorn Workers Lung Disease Prevention Act
* House: Flood Insurance Reform and Modernization Act of 2007

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008
* House: Regional Economic and Infrastructure Development Act of 2007
* House: MEJA Expansion and Enforcement Act of 2007
* House: Improving Government Accountability Act
* House: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude discharges of indebtedness on principal residences from gross income

Recent Senate Votes
Conference Report for Water Resources Development Act of 2007 - Vote Agreed to (81-12, 7 Not Voting)

The Senate approved the conference report for this bill that would reauthorize the Water Resources Development Act.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Biden Amendment: To express the sense of Congress on federalism in Iraq - Vote Agreed to (75-23, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate passed the Biden Amendment calling for the partition of Iraq into three semi-autonomous regions.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act - Vote Agreed to (67-29, 4 Not Voting)

The Senate voted to increase spending on the State Children’s Health Insurance Program, or SCHIP, by $5 billion to $12 billion per year over the next five years.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Increasing the statutory limit on the public debt - Vote Agreed to (53-42, 5 Not Voting)

The Senate voted in favor of this resolution to raise the debt limit from $9 trillion to $9.8 trillion.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Making continuing appropriations for FY2008 - Vote Agreed to (94-1, 5 Not Voting)

The Senate almost unanimously passed the continuing resolution that funds government operations at its current levels until November 16, while Congress continues to work on the new spending bills.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act - Vote Passed (265-159, 1 Present, 8 Not Voting)

The House voted to extend the State Children’s Health Insurance Program, or SCHIP, a health insurance program aimed at children from low-income families that do not quality for Medicaid.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Making continuing appropriations for FY2008 - Vote Passed (404-14, 14 Not Voting)

The House passed this continuing resolution that funds government operations at its current levels until November 16, while Congress continues to work on the new spending bills.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Popcorn Workers Lung Disease Prevention Act - Vote Passed (260-154, 2 Present, 16 Not Voting)

The House passed this act to help prevent cases of "popcorn lung," a disorder found in popcorn plant workers.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Flood Insurance Reform and Modernization Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (263-146, 23 Not Voting)

The House passed this legislation to continue a flood insurance program that provides affordable insurance to homeowners living in areas vulnerable to flooding.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008 - H.R.1585

The Senate is scheduled to continue work on this $459.3 billion bill that would fund the Department of Defense for the 2008 fiscal year.



Regional Economic and Infrastructure Development Act of 2007 - H.R.3246

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill that would provide a comprehensive regional approach to economic and infrastructure development in the most severely economically distressed areas of the U.S.



MEJA Expansion and Enforcement Act of 2007 - H.R.2740

The House will vote on this bill to require accountability for contractors and contract personnel under Federal contracts.



Improving Government Accountability Act - H.R.928

The House will also vote on this bill to enhance the independence of Inspectors General.



To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude discharges of indebtedness on principal residences from gross income - H.R.3648

The House is scheduled to take up this bill, which would ensure that any mortgage debt secured by a principal residence will not be taxed.



American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
September 24, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Motion to Invoke Cloture: District of Columbia House Voting Rights Act of 2007
* Senate: Levin Amendment: To provide for a reduction and transition of United States forces in Iraq
* House: Expanding American Homeownership Act of 2007
* House: Terrorism Risk Insurance Revision and Extension Act
* House: FAA Reauthorization Act of 2007

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008
* Senate: Water Resources Development Act of 2007
* House: State Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2007
* House: Making continuing appropriations for FY2008
* House: Popcorn Workers Lung Disease Prevention Act
* House: Small Business Investment Expansion Act of 2007
* House: Flood Insurance Reform and Modernization Act of 2007

Recent Senate Votes
Motion to Invoke Cloture: District of Columbia House Voting Rights Act of 2007 - Vote Rejected (57-42, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate failed to move forward with this bill that would create a new seat for the District of Columbia in the House of Representatives.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Levin Amendment: To provide for a reduction and transition of United States forces in Iraq - Vote Rejected (47-47, 6 Not Voting)

The Senate voted against setting a nine month deadline to withdraw U.S. troops from Iraq.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Expanding American Homeownership Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (348-72, 12 Not Voting)

The House easily passed this bill that will give the Federal Housing Administration the authority to assist struggling homeowners in making their mortgage payments.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Terrorism Risk Insurance Revision and Extension Act - Vote Passed (312-110, 10 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would help the insurance industry cover costs in the event of a terrorist attack.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


FAA Reauthorization Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (267-151, 14 Not Voting)

The House passed a measure obliging airlines to change flight schedules if the airlines are worsening delays with too many peak hour flights at the most trafficked airports.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008 - H.R.1585

The Senate is scheduled to continue work on this $459.3 billion bill that would fund the Department of Defense for the upcoming fiscal year.



Water Resources Development Act of 2007 - H.R.1495

The Senate is scheduled to vote on the Conference Report of this bill that would reauthorize the Water Resources Development Act.



State Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2007 - H.R.___

The House is scheduled to once again work on legislation to reauthorize the State Children’s Health Insurance Program.



Making continuing appropriations for FY2008 - H.J.Res.___

The House will take up this resolution to fund government operations, as the 2007 fiscal year ends on Sunday, September 30.



Popcorn Workers Lung Disease Prevention Act - H.R.2693

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill that calls on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to issue a standard regulating worker exposure to diacetyl.



Small Business Investment Expansion Act of 2007 - H.R.3567

The House will vote on this bill that would expand opportunities for investment in small businesses.



Flood Insurance Reform and Modernization Act of 2007 - H.R.3121

The House is also scheduled to vote on this bill that is intended to restore the financial solvency of the national flood insurance
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
September 10, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Military Construction/Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act, FY2008
* Senate: State/Foreign Operations Appropriations Act, FY 2008
* Senate: College Cost Reduction Act of 2007
* House: Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Reauthorization Act
* House: Patent Reform Act of 2007
* House: College Cost Reduction Act of 2007

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Transportation/HUD Appropriations Act, FY2008

Recent Senate Votes
Military Construction/Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act, FY2008 - Vote Passed (92-1, 7 Not Voting)

Senate lawmakers passed this bill increasing medical assistance to veterans.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


State/Foreign Operations Appropriations Act, FY 2008 - Vote Passed (81-12, 7 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this measure that would provide $34 billion to fund foreign aid and U.S. diplomacy for the upcoming fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


College Cost Reduction Act of 2007 - Vote Agreed to (79-12, 9 Not Voting)

This bill will trim over $20 billion in federal subsidies to institutions that create student loans in order to increase financial aid to college students.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Reauthorization Act - Vote Passed (333-75, 24 Not Voting)

House lawmakers easily passed this bill re-authorizing housing assistance for Native Americans.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Patent Reform Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (220-175, 37 Not Voting)

The House passed this legislation that would revise patent laws.

Rep. Tim Holden voted Not Voting......send e-mail or see bio


College Cost Reduction Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (292-97, 43 Not Voting)

The House gave final approval to this bill that would cut over $20 billion in federal subsidies to institutions that create student loans in order to increase financial aid to college students.

Rep. Tim Holden voted Not Voting......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Transportation/HUD Appropriations Act, FY2008 - H.R.3074

The Senate is scheduled to take up this $104.6 billion bill to fund the departments of Transportation and Housing and Urban Development for the 2008 fiscal year.


American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
August 6, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Honest Leadership and Open Government Act of 2007
* Senate: Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2007
* Senate: Protect America Act
* House: Honest Leadership and Open Government Act of 2007
* House: Children’s Health and Medicare Protection Act of 2007
* House: Ensuring Military Readiness Through Stability and Predictability Deployment Policy Act
* House: New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act
* House: Protect America Act
* House: Defense Appropriations Act, FY 2008


Editor's Note: The Senate and House are in recess until Tuesday, September 4, 2007.

Recent Senate Votes
Honest Leadership and Open Government Act of 2007 - Vote Agreed to (83-14, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill that would provide greater transparency in the legislative process.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Children's Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (68-31, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill that would add 3 million lower-income children to the State Children’s Health Insurance Program.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Protect America Act - Vote Passed (60-28, 12 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill which would temporarily expand the executive branch’s authority to spy on suspected foreign terrorists without a court order, when communications are passing through the U.S.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Honest Leadership and Open Government Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (411-8, 13 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would provide greater transparency in the legislative process.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Children’s Health and Medicare Protection Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (225-204, 4 Not Voting)

The House voted for this bill that would expand the State Children’s Health Insurance Program, adding up to 5 million children to the program.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Ensuring Military Readiness Through Stability and Predictability Deployment Policy Act - Vote Passed (229-194, 3 Present, 6 Not Voting)

This House passed bill calls for U.S. soldiers to spend an equal amount of time between combat and home.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act - Vote Passed (241-172, 20 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would require utility companies to produce 15 percent of their electricity from wind, solar power and other renewable sources and calls for the gradual reduction of using fossil fuels to generate electricity.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Protect America Act - Vote Passed (227-182, 23 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill which would temporarily expand the executive branch’s authority to spy on suspected foreign terrorists without a court order, when communications are passing through the U.S.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Defense Appropriations Act, FY 2008 - Vote Passed (395-13, 24 Not Voting)

The House passed this $459.6 billion appropriations bill for the Department of Defense.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
July 30, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Higher Education Amendments of 2007
* Senate: Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2008
* Senate: Improving America's Security Act of 2007
* House: Departments of Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies Appropriations, FY 2008
* House: Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations for FY 2008
* House: Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act
* House: Improving America's Security Act of 2007

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Honest Leadership and Open Government Act
* House: 2008 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act
* House: 2008 Defense Appropriations Act

Recent Senate Votes
Higher Education Amendments of 2007 - Vote Passed (95-0, 5 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill that would increase the amount of the Pell Grant a low-income student can receive, make the federal financial aid application easier to complete and eliminate some conflicts of interest for student loan businesses.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2008 - Vote Passed (89-4, 7 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this $40.6 billion appropriations bill for the Department of Homeland Security.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Improving America's Security Act of 2007 - Vote Agreed to (85-8, 7 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill which would implement recommendations from the 9/11 Commission.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Departments of Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies Appropriations, FY 2008 - Vote Passed (268-153, 10 Not Voting)

The House passed this $104.4 billion bill that would fund the Department of Transportation and Department of Housing and Urban Development for the 2008 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Departments of Commerce and Justice, and Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations for FY 2008 - Vote Passed (281-142, 9 Not Voting)

The House passed this $53.6 billion bill that would fund the Department of Commerce, Department of Justice, NASA and other science agencies.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act - Vote Passed (231-191, 10 Not Voting)

The House passed this large farm bill, which provides aid for farmers and funds for low-income nutrition programs.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Improving America's Security Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (371-40, 22 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill which would implement recommendations from the 9/11 Commission.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Honest Leadership and Open Government Act - H.R.2316

The Senate is scheduled to work on this ethics bill.



2008 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act - H.R.3161

This $90.7 billion bill would fund the Department of Agriculture, FDA, Commodity Futures Trading Commission and Farm Credit Administration for the upcoming fiscal year.



2008 Defense Appropriations Act - H.R.____

This $459.6 billion bill would fund the Department of Defense for the upcoming fiscal year.



American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
July 23, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Troop Withdrawal Amendment
* Senate: College Cost Reduction Act
* House: Energy/Water Development Appropriations, FY2008
* House: Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations, FY2008

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Higher Education Amendments Act
* Senate: Homeland Security Appropriations, FY2008
* House: Transportation/HUD Appropriations, FY2008
* House: Commerce/Justice/Science Appropriations, FY2008
* House: Farm Bill Extension Act of 2007

Recent Senate Votes
Troop Withdrawal Amendment - Vote Rejected (52-47, 1 Not Voting)

During the Defense Authorization bill debate, the Senate failed to invoke cloture on this amendment that would have set a timetable for withdrawing troops from Iraq.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


College Cost Reduction Act - Vote Passed (78-18, 4 Not Voting)

The Senate approved this bill to increase the amount of aid to college students.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Energy/Water Development Appropriations, FY2008 - Vote Passed (312-112, 7 Not Voting)

This $31.6 billion bill would fund the Department of Energy, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Interior Department's Bureau of Reclamation for the upcoming fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations, FY2008 - Vote Passed (276-140, 15 Not Voting)

The House passed this $153.7 billion bill that would fund the departments of Labor, Health and Human Services and Education for the 2008 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Higher Education Amendments Act - S.1642

This Senate bill would reauthorize higher education programs and place limits on relationships between student loan lenders and colleges.



Homeland Security Appropriations, FY2008 - H.R.2638

The Senate is scheduled to begin work on this $37.6 billion bill that would fund the Department of Homeland Security for the 2008 fiscal year.



Transportation/HUD Appropriations, FY2008 - H.R.3074

This $105 billion House bill would fund the departments of Transportation and Housing and Urban Development for the upcoming fiscal year.



Commerce/Justice/Science Appropriations, FY2008 - H.R.3093

This $54 billion House bill would fund the departments of Commerce and Justice for the upcoming fiscal year.



Farm Bill Extension Act of 2007 - H.R.2419

The House is scheduled to take up a new farm bill that authorizes a broad range of agricultural programs.



American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
July 16, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Dorgan Amendment-Bringing Osama bin Laden and Other Leaders of al Qaeda to Justice
* House: Responsible Redeployment from Iraq Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: 2008 National Defense Authorization Act
* House: 2008 Energy and Water Appropriations
* House: 2008 Labor, Health and Human Services and Education Appropriations

Recent Senate Votes
Dorgan Amendment-Bringing Osama bin Laden and Other Leaders of al Qaeda to Justice - Vote Agreed to (87-1, 12 Not Voting)

This amendment to the defense authorization bill calls for quarterly classified reports on the Bush administration’s work to capture al Qaeda leaders.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Responsible Redeployment from Iraq Act - Vote Passed (223-201, 8 Not Voting)

The House voted to reduce the number of U.S. troops in Iraq.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
2008 National Defense Authorization Act - H.R.1585

The Senate is scheduled to continue work on this defense appropriations authorization bill.



2008 Energy and Water Appropriations - H.R.2641

This $31.6 billion bill would fund the Department of Energy, the Army Corps of Engineers, and the Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation for the upcoming fiscal year.



2008 Labor, Health and Human Services and Education Appropriations - H.R.3043

This $153.7 billion bill would fund the Department of Labor, the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Education for the upcoming fiscal year.



American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
July 2, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Employee Free Choice Act
* Senate: Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act
* House: Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations, FY 2008
* House: Financial Services and General Government Appropriations, FY 2008


Editor's Note: The Senate is in recess until Monday, July 9. The House is in recess until Tuesday, July 10.

Recent Senate Votes
Employee Free Choice Act - Vote Rejected (51-48, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate did not have the necessary 60 votes to close debate and proceed to a vote on this labor bill, which would allow workers to form unions by signing union cards rather than by secret ballot elections.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act - Vote Rejected (46-53, 1 Not Voting)

After six weeks of working toward a compromise on immigration reform, the Senate failed to reach the 60 votes needed to close debate and vote on this bill.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations, FY 2008 - Vote Passed (272-155, 5 Not Voting)

The House passed this $27.6 billion bill that would fund the Environmental Protection Agency, the Department of Interior, the Forest Service and the Indian Health Service for the 2008 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Financial Services and General Government Appropriations, FY 2008 - Vote Passed (240-179, 13 Not Voting)

The House passed this $21.4 billion bill that would fund the Department of Treasury, the Executive office, the Judiciary, the District of Columbia and independent agencies for the 2008 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
June 25, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: CLEAN Energy Act of 2007
* House: State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations, FY 2008

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Employee Free Choice Act
* Senate: Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act
* House: 2008 Interior and Environment Appropriations
* House: 2008 Financial Services Appropriations

Recent Senate Votes
CLEAN Energy Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (65-27, 7 Not Voting)

The Senate passed the first energy bill under the new Democratic majority.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations, FY 2008 - Vote Passed (241-178, 13 Not Voting)

The House passed this $34.2 billion bill that would fund State Department operations and foreign aid for the 2008 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Employee Free Choice Act - H.R.800

The Senate is scheduled to vote on this bill that would allow workers to form unions by signing petitions rather than by secret ballot early in the week.



Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act - S.1639

The Senate is scheduled to take up this bill later in the week.



2008 Interior and Environment Appropriations - H.R.2643

This $27.6 billion bill would fund the Environmental Protection Agency, the Department of Interior, the Forest Service and the Indian Health Service for the upcoming fiscal year.



2008 Financial Services Appropriations - H.R.2829

This $21.4 billion bill would fund the Department of Treasury, the Executive office, the Judiciary and independent agencies for the upcoming fiscal year.


American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
June 9, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Cloture Motion; Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act
* House: Ethics Committee Investigations
* House: Afghanistan Freedom and Security Support Act
* House: Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Renewable Fuels, Consumer Protection, and Energy Efficiency Act of 2007
* House: 2008 Homeland Security Appropriations
* House: 2008 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations
* House: 2008 Energy and Water Appropriations
* House: 2008 Interior and the Environment Appropriations

Recent Senate Votes
Cloture Motion; Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act - Vote Rejected (45-50, 4 Not Voting)

The weeklong debate over this comprehensive immigration reform bill ended with a failed cloture motion to end debate and proceed to a final vote.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Ethics Committee Investigations - Vote Passed (387-10, 15 Present, 20 Not Voting)

The House adopted this resolution directing the Ethics committee to begin an investigation within 30 days of a lawmaker's indictment.

Rep. Tim Holden voted Not Voting......send e-mail or see bio


Afghanistan Freedom and Security Support Act - Vote Passed (406-10, 16 Not Voting)

This $6.4 billion Afghanistan aid bill would cut off funds to local Afghani governments with ties to criminals, drug dealers or terrorists.

Rep. Tim Holden voted Not Voting......send e-mail or see bio


Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act - Vote Passed (247-176, 10 Not Voting)

The House voted to expand federal funding of embryonic stem cell research.

Rep. Tim Holden voted Not Voting......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Renewable Fuels, Consumer Protection, and Energy Efficiency Act of 2007 - S.1419

This Senate energy bill is intended to encourage the production of renewable energy, prevent gasoline price gouging and increase corporate average fuel economy standard.



2008 Homeland Security Appropriations - H.R.__

The House is scheduled to spend the week on 2008 fiscal year appropriations bills. This bill would provide $36.3 billion for the Department of Homeland Security.



2008 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations - H.R.__

This bill would provide $64.7 billion for the Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense construction projects.



2008 Energy and Water Appropriations - H.R.__

This bill would provide $31.6 billion for the Department of Energy and the Army Corps of Engineers.



2008 Interior and the Environment Appropriations - H.R.__

This bill would provide $27.6 billion for the Department of the Interior and the Environmental Protection Agency.

American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
May 29, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Supplemental Appropriations bill
* House: Federal Price Gouging Prevention Act
* House: Lobbying Transparency Act
* House: Honest Leadership and Open Government Act of 2007
* House: Supplemental Appropriations bill, Amendment No. 1
* House: Supplemental Appropriations bill, Amendment No. 2


Editor's Note: The Senate is in recess until Monday, June 4. The House is in recess until Tuesday, June 5.

Recent Senate Votes
Supplemental Appropriations bill - Vote Agreed to (80-14, 6 Not Voting)

The Senate approved this $120 billion bill funding military operations in Iraq.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Federal Price Gouging Prevention Act - Vote Passed (284-141, 7 Not Voting)

This House bill would allow the President to declare an energy emergency for a specific period of time and make the sale of gasoline at "unconscionably excessive" prices a federal offense.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Lobbying Transparency Act - Vote Passed (382-37, 13 Not Voting)

This bill would require lobbyists to disclose the names of donors when they "bundle" campaign contributions to Members of Congress.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Honest Leadership and Open Government Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (396-22, 1 Present, 13 Not Voting)

This House bill would institute new lobbying reporting requirements and increase penalties for violating lobbying rules.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Supplemental Appropriations bill, Amendment No. 1 - Vote Passed (348-73, 12 Not Voting)

The House split the emergency supplemental spending bill into two parts, with this first part including the domestic spending and minimum wage hike portions of the bill.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Supplemental Appropriations bill, Amendment No. 2 - Vote Passed (280-142, 11 Not Voting)

The House approved the $103 billion portion of the supplemental spending bill that funds military operations in Iraq.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio

American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
May 21, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Water Resources Development Act of 2007
* Senate: Budget Resolution, FY2008
* House: National Defense Authorization Act
* House: Budget Resolution, FY2008

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act
* House: Honest Leadership and Open Government Act

Recent Senate Votes
Water Resources Development Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (91-4, 5 Not Voting)

The Senate approved this $13.9 billion bill that would fund Army Corps of Engineers projects related to water supply, flood control and waterways navigation.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Budget Resolution, FY2008 - Vote Agreed to (52-40, 8 Not Voting)

The Senate passed the conference report for this $2.9 trillion budget plan for the upcoming fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
National Defense Authorization Act - Vote Passed (397-27, 8 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill authorizing $504 billion in Defense Department spending and $142 billion for military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan for the upcoming fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Budget Resolution, FY2008 - Vote Passed (214-209, 10 Not Voting)

The House passed the conference report for this $2.9 trillion budget plan for the upcoming fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act - S.1348

The Senate is scheduled to begin work on this immigration reform bill.



Honest Leadership and Open Government Act - H.R.2316

The House is scheduled to take up this lobbying reform bill this week.



American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
May 14, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Prescription Drug User Fee Amendments
* House: Budget Resolution, FY2008
* House: Student Loan Sunshine Act
* House: Homeland Security Authorization Act
* House: Re-deployment from Iraq Act
* House: Emergency Supplemental Appropriations
* House: Agricultural Disaster Assistance Appropriations Act
* House: Intelligence Authorization Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Water Resources Development Act
* House: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008
* House: Federal Housing Finance Reform Act of 2007

Recent Senate Votes
Prescription Drug User Fee Amendments - Vote Passed (93-1, 6 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill that would renew a Food and Drug Administration program requiring pharmaceutical companies to contribute to the costs of testing new medicines.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Budget Resolution, FY2008 - Vote Passed (212-207, 13 Not Voting)

The House passed a $2.9 trillion budget plan for the upcoming fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Student Loan Sunshine Act - Vote Passed (414-3, 15 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill aimed at introducing transparency into dealings between private student loan lenders and colleges.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Homeland Security Authorization Act - Vote Passed (296-126, 10 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill authorizing $39.8 billion in Department of Homeland Security spending for the 2008 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Re-deployment from Iraq Act - Vote Failed (171-255, 7 Not Voting)

The House rejected this bill that would have required all U.S. troops to withdraw from Iraq within six months.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Emergency Supplemental Appropriations - Vote Passed (221-205, 7 Not Voting)

The House approved this bill that would fund military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan in two installments.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Agricultural Disaster Assistance Appropriations Act - Vote Passed (302-120, 10 Not Voting)

This House bill would provide $3.5 billion to farmers who lost crops or livestock due to weather-related events during fiscal years 2005 through 2007.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Intelligence Authorization Act - Vote Passed (225-197, 10 Not Voting)

This bill authorizes spending for 16 U.S. intelligence gathering agencies for the upcoming fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Water Resources Development Act - H.R.1495

The Senate is set to take up this $12 billion bill authorizing the Army Corps of Engineers to carry out a variety of waterways, water supply, and environmental restoration projects.



National Defense Authorization Act, FY2008 - H.R.1585

This House bill would set defense spending priorities for the upcoming fiscal year.



Federal Housing Finance Reform Act of 2007 - H.R.1427

This bill would restructure the federal government's housing finance agencies.
American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
May 7, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* House: Veto Override, Emergency Supplemental Appropriations
* House: Improving Head Start Act
* House: Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2007

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Prescription Drug User Fee Amendments of 2007
* Senate: Water Resources Development Act
* House: Homeland Security Authorization Act, FY2008

Recent House Votes
Veto Override, Emergency Supplemental Appropriations - Vote Failed (222-203, 1 Present, 7 Not Voting)

The House fell over 60 votes short of overturning President Bush's veto of a $124 billion spending bill that would have set a timetable for the withdrawal of troops from Iraq.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Improving Head Start Act - Vote Passed (365-48, 19 Not Voting)

This House bill is intended to boost funding for the Head Start program.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (237-180, 16 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that expands the definition of a "hate crime" to include sexual orientation.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Prescription Drug User Fee Amendments of 2007 - S.1082

The Senate is scheduled to complete work on this bill reauthorizing the Food and Drug Administration's drug review operations.



Water Resources Development Act - S.1248

Following the FDA bill, the Senate will take up this bill to authorize the Army Corps of Engineers to carry out a variety of waterways, water supply, and environmental restoration projects.



Homeland Security Authorization Act, FY2008 - H.R.1684

This House bill would authorize nearly $40 billion in Department of Homeland Security spending for the upcoming fiscal year.



American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
May 1, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Care, Katrina Recovery, and Iraq Accountability Appropriations Act, 2007
* House: U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Care, Katrina Recovery, and Iraq Accountability Appropriations Act, 2007
* House: Wild Horse Protection Bill

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Prescription Drug User Fee Amendments of 2007
* House: Improving Head Start Act of 2007
* House: Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2007

Recent Senate Votes
U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Care, Katrina Recovery, and Iraq Accountability Appropriations Act, 2007 - Vote Agreed to (51-46, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this $124 billion bill that funds military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan and sets a timetable for the withdrawal of troops from Iraq.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Care, Katrina Recovery, and Iraq Accountability Appropriations Act, 2007 - Vote Passed (218-208, 2 Present, 5 Not Voting)

The House passed this $124 billion bill that funds military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan and sets a timetable for the withdrawal of troops from Iraq.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Wild Horse Protection Bill - Vote Passed (277-137, 18 Not Voting)

This House bill would prohibit the Bureau of Land Management from selling wild horses or burros to be slaughtered for commercial use.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Prescription Drug User Fee Amendments of 2007 - S.1082

The Senate is scheduled to take up this bill reauthorizing the Food and Drug Administration’s drug review operations.



Improving Head Start Act of 2007 - H.R.1429

This House bill would reauthorize the Head Start program.



Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2007 - H.R.1592

This House bill would provide federal assistance to local jurisdictions to prosecute hate crimes.
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
April 24, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Cloture Motion, Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act
* House: District of Columbia House Voting Rights Act
* House: Water Resources Development Act
* House: Shareholder Vote on Executive Compensation Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: America Competes Act
* House: 10,000 Teachers, 10 Million Minds Science and Math Scholarship Act
* House: Sowing the Seeds Through Science and Engineering Research Act
* House: Wild Horse Protection Bill

Recent Senate Votes
Cloture Motion, Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act - Vote Rejected (55-42, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate rejected this motion to take up a bill that would have allowed the federal government to negotiate Medicare prescription drug prices with pharmaceutical companies.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
District of Columbia House Voting Rights Act - Vote Passed (241-177, 1 Present, 14 Not Voting)

This bill would increase the size of the U.S. House of Representatives to 437 by granting the District of Columbia a full vote in the chamber and adding another seat in Utah.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Water Resources Development Act - Vote Passed (394-25, 14 Not Voting)

The House passed this $15 billion bill funding improvements to the nation's waterways.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Shareholder Vote on Executive Compensation Act - Vote Passed (269-134, 30 Not Voting)

The House voted to give shareholders in public companies a nonbinding vote on executive compensation.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
America Competes Act - S.761

This Senate bill would authorize funding intended to strengthen science, technology, math and engineering education.



10,000 Teachers, 10 Million Minds Science and Math Scholarship Act - H.R.362

This bill would authorize funding to train math and science teachers.



Sowing the Seeds Through Science and Engineering Research Act - H.R.363

This bill would authorize funding for science and engineering research.



Wild Horse Protection Bill - H.R.249

This bill would prohibit the commercial sale and slaughter of wild horses and burros.

 

American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
April 16, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2007
* Senate: HOPE Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Intelligence Authorization Act, FY2007
* Senate: Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2007
* House: RECOVER Act
* House: Water Resources Development Act of 2007
* House: Sowing the Seeds Through Science and Engineering Research Act

Recent Senate Votes
Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (63-34, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate voted to reverse President Bush's 2001 decision prohibiting government funds from being spent to create new lines of embryonic stem cells.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


HOPE Act - Vote Passed (70-28, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill that would increase funding for adult stem cell research.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Intelligence Authorization Act, FY2007 - S.372

The Senate is expected to complete action early in the week on this bill authorizing intelligence-related expenditures for the current fiscal year.



Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2007 - S.3

Following completion of the intelligence bill, the Senate is scheduled to begin work on this bill that would allow the Secretary of Health and Human Services to negotiate Medicare prescription drug prices.



RECOVER Act - H.R.1361

This bill would allow approved lenders to originate and administer Small Business Administration disaster loans.



Water Resources Development Act of 2007 - H.R.1495

This $14 billion bill would provide funds for a variety of Army Corps of Engineers water infrastructure projects.



Sowing the Seeds Through Science and Engineering Research Act - H.R.363

This House bill authorizes appropriations for science and engineering research and education.


American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
April 2, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Health, and Iraq Accountability Act
* House: Budget Resolution, FY2008

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act
* Senate: HOPE Act
* House: DC House Voting Rights Act

Recent Senate Votes
U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Health, and Iraq Accountability Act - Vote Passed (51-47, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this $122 million emergency supplemental bill that provides funds for military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan and sets a timetable for withdrawing troops from Iraq.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Budget Resolution, FY2008 - Vote Passed (216-210, 7 Not Voting)

The House passed this $2.9 trillion budget plan setting spending priorities for the 2008 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act - S.5

Following the Easter recess, the Senate is scheduled to take up this bill increasing funding for embryonic stem cell research.



HOPE Act - S.30

This Senate bill would increase funding for adult stem cell research.



DC House Voting Rights Act - H.R.1433

The House is scheduled to take up this bill after the recess that would give the District of Columbia a full vote in the U.S. House and add a new seat from the state of Utah.
American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
March 26, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Budget Resolution, FY2008
* Senate: Preserving United States Attorney Independence Act of 2007
* House: Gulf Coast Hurricane Housing Recovery Act
* House: U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Health, and Iraq Accountability Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Health, and Iraq Accountability Act
* House: Budget Resolution, FY2008

Recent Senate Votes
Budget Resolution, FY2008 - Vote Agreed to (52-47, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate approved this $2.9 trillion budget resolution that sets spending priorities for the 2008 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Preserving United States Attorney Independence Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (94-2, 4 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill that would prohibit the attorney general from filling U.S. attorney vacancies for an indefinite time period.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Gulf Coast Hurricane Housing Recovery Act - Vote Passed (302-125, 6 Not Voting)

This House bill would require the government to replace public housing that was damaged by Hurricane Katrina.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Health, and Iraq Accountability Act - Vote Passed (218-212, 1 Present, 3 Not Voting)

The House passed this $124 million emergency supplemental bill that provides funds for military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan and sets a timetable for withdrawing troops from Iraq.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Health, and Iraq Accountability Act - H.R.1591

The Senate is scheduled to take up this emergency supplemental spending bill.



Budget Resolution, FY2008 - H.Con.Res.__

The House is scheduled to take up this $2.9 trillion resolution setting budget priorities for the upcoming fiscal year.

American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
March 19, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Improving America’s Security Act
* Senate: U.S. Policy on Iraq
* House: Freedom of Information Act Amendments
* House: Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act
* House: Accountability in Contracting Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Preserving U.S. Attorney Independence Act
* Senate: FY2008 Budget Resolution
* House: U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans’ Health and Iraq Accountability Act
* House: DC House Voting Rights Act

Recent Senate Votes
Improving America’s Security Act - Vote Passed (60-38, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill that would implement several 9/11 Commission recommendations.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


U.S. Policy on Iraq - Vote Rejected (48-50, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate rejected this resolution that called for beginning the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq within four months.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Freedom of Information Act Amendments - Vote Passed (308-117, 8 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would impose new requirement on government agencies regarding Freedom of Information Act requests.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act - Vote Passed (331-94, 8 Not Voting)

This House bill is intended to strengthen federal workers' whistleblower rights.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Accountability in Contracting Act - Vote Passed (347-73, 13 Not Voting)

This House bill is intended to increase oversight of federal contractors.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Preserving U.S. Attorney Independence Act - S.214

This Senate bill would prohibit the attorney general from appointing U.S. attorneys for an indefinite time period without Senate confirmation.



FY2008 Budget Resolution -

The Senate is expected to debate this $2.96 trillion budget proposal for the 2008 fiscal year.



U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans’ Health and Iraq Accountability Act - HR.__

The House is scheduled to take up this $124 billion supplemental spending bill providing funds for military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan and a variety of other programs and projects.



DC House Voting Rights Act - H.R.1433

This bill would give the District of Columbia a full vote in the U.S. House and add another new seat from the state of Utah.


American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
March 12, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Airport Screener Amendment
* House: Water Quality Investment Act
* House: Water Quality Financing Act of 2007

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Improving America's Security Act of 2007
* House: Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act of 2007
* House: Accountability in Contracting Act

Recent Senate Votes
Airport Screener Amendment - Vote Agreed to (51-48, 1 Not Voting)

During consideration of the 9/11 Commission bill, the Senate approved this amendment that would give Transportation Security Administration airport screeners the right to unionize.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Water Quality Investment Act - Vote Passed (367-58, 8 Not Voting)

The House passed this $1.7 billion bill intended to help communities modernize their wastewater systems.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Water Quality Financing Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (303-108, 22 Not Voting)

This House bill would provide $14 billion for wastewater treatment plant improvements.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Improving America's Security Act of 2007 - S.4

The Senate is expected to complete work on this bill to implement the remaining 9/11 Commission recommendations.



Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act of 2007 - H.R.985

This House bill is intended to clarify what type of information is protected by whistleblower laws.



Accountability in Contracting Act - H.R.1362

This bill would place limits on "no-bid" federal contracts.

American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
March 5, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* House: Employee Free Choice Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: 9/11 Commission Recommendations bill
* House: Healthy Communities Water Supply Act of 2007

Recent House Votes
Employee Free Choice Act - Vote Passed (241-185, 8 Not Voting)

This bill is intended to make it easier for a plant to unionize and would end the right of employers to request secret-ballot elections.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
9/11 Commission Recommendations bill - S.4

The Senate is scheduled to complete work on this bill to implement the remaining 9/11 Commission recommendations.



Healthy Communities Water Supply Act of 2007 - H.R.700

This House bill would increase the amount of money available for programs that develop alternate sources of water.



American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
February 19, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Continuing Appropriations Resolution, FY2007
* Senate: Cloture Motion; Sense of Congress on Iraq
* House: Small Business Tax Relief Act
* House: Iraq War Policy resolution


Editor's Note: The Senate is in recess until Monday, February 26. The House is in recess until Tuesday February 27.

Recent Senate Votes
Continuing Appropriations Resolution, FY2007 - Vote Agreed to (81-15, 4 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this $464 billion bill funding government operations for the remainder of the 2007 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Cloture Motion; Sense of Congress on Iraq - Vote Rejected (56-34, 10 Not Voting)

The Senate rejected this motion to move to a final vote on this bill expressing opposition to President Bush's plan to send more troops to Iraq.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Small Business Tax Relief Act - Vote Passed (360-45, 28 Not Voting)

The House approved this $1.3 billion package of small business tax breaks intended to be combined with the minimum wage increase.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Iraq War Policy resolution - Vote Passed (246-182, 6 Not Voting)

The House passed this non-binding resolution disapproving of President Bush's plan to send additional troops to Iraq.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
February 12, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Confirmation of Gen. George Casey to be Chief of Staff, U.S. Army
* House: Advanced Fuels Infrastructure Research and Development Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Further Continuing Appropriations, FY2007
* House: Small Business Tax Relief
* House: Iraq War Resolution

Recent Senate Votes
Confirmation of Gen. George Casey to be Chief of Staff, U.S. Army - Vote Confirmed (83-14, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate confirmed Gen. George Casey to be the U.S. Army chief of staff.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Advanced Fuels Infrastructure Research and Development Act - Vote Passed (400-3, 31 Not Voting)

This House bill is intended to encourage the use of alternative fuels.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Further Continuing Appropriations, FY2007 - H.J.RES.20

The Senate is scheduled to complete work on this plan to fund government operations through the end of the year.



Small Business Tax Relief - H.R.976

This House bill is aimed at helping small businesses pay for an increase in the minimum wage.



Iraq War Resolution -

The House has scheduled three days of debate on a resolution disapproving of President Bush's plan to send more troops to Iraq.
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
February 6, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2007
* House: Further Continuing Appropriations, FY2007

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: To express the sense of Congress on Iraq
* Senate: Further Continuing Appropriations, FY2007
* House: Advanced Fuels Infrastructure Research and Development Act

Recent Senate Votes
Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2007 - Vote Passed (94-3, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill that would raise the minimum wage to $7.25 over the next two years.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Further Continuing Appropriations, FY2007 - Vote Passed (286-140, 9 Not Voting)

The House passed this $463.5 billion measure funding government operations through the end of the 2007 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
To express the sense of Congress on Iraq - S.470

The Senate is expected to debate this resolution on the president's plan to send more troops to Iraq.



Further Continuing Appropriations, FY2007 - H.J.RES.20

Following the Iraq debate, the Senate may take up this plan to fund government operations through the end of the year.



Advanced Fuels Infrastructure Research and Development Act - H.R.547

The House is scheduled to take up this bill that would encourage research and development of biofuels.
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
January 22, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Ethics Reform bill
* House: College Student Relief Act
* House: Creating Long-Term Energy Alternatives for the Nation Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Fair Minimum Wage Act
* House: Voting by Delegates and Resident Commissioner

Editor's Note: President Bush is scheduled to deliver the State of the Union address on Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at 9PM.

Recent Senate Votes
Ethics Reform bill - Vote Passed (96-2, 2 Not Voting)

This Senate ethics and lobbying reform bill is intended to bring transparency to lawmakers’ dealings with lobbyists.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Robert Casey Jr. voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
College Student Relief Act - Vote Passed (356-71, 8 Not Voting)

This House bill is intended to make college education more affordable by gradually reducing the interest rate on need-based student loans issued after July 2007 from 6.8 percent to 3.4 percent.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Creating Long-Term Energy Alternatives for the Nation Act - Vote Passed (264-163, 8 Not Voting)

This House bill is intended to encourage development of alternate sources of energy.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Fair Minimum Wage Act - H.R.2

The Senate is scheduled to begin work on this bill that would raise the minimum wage.



Voting by Delegates and Resident Commissioner - H.RES.78

This House resolution would allow the delegates and resident commissioner to vote on the floor of the House if their vote does not alter the outcome.

 

American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
January 15, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* House: Implementing the 9/11Commission Recommendations Act
* House: Fair Minimum Wage Act
* House: Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act
* House: Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Ethics Reform bill
* House: To reduce interest rates for student borrowers
* House: To end subsidies for big oil and invest in renewable energy

Editor's Note: If your state redistricted this last election, you may need to edit your subscription and update your congressional district.

Recent House Votes
Implementing the 9/11Commission Recommendations Act - Vote Passed (299-128, 8 Not Voting)

This House bill is intended to implement the remaining 9/11 Commission homeland security recommendations.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Fair Minimum Wage Act - Vote Passed (315-116, 4 Not Voting)

This House bill would raise the minimum wage from $5.15 per hour to $7.25 over the next two years.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act - Vote Passed (253-174, 8 Not Voting)

This House bill would expand federal funding of embryonic stem cell research.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act - Vote Passed (255-170, 10 Not Voting)

This House bill would require the government to negotiate Medicare prescription drug prices with pharmaceutical companies.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Ethics Reform bill - S.1

The Senate is scheduled to continue work on this ethics bill that would require the disclosure of earmark sponsorship and tighten lobbying rules.



To reduce interest rates for student borrowers - H.R.5

This bill would cut the interest rate on subsidized undergraduate student loans from 6.8% to 3.4%.



To end subsidies for big oil and invest in renewable energy - H.R.6

The House is scheduled to take up this bill that would end certain oil company incentives.
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
January 8, 2007

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* House: Adopting the Rules of the House, Title 4

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Celebrating the life of the late President Gerald R. Ford
* Senate: Ethics Reform bill
* House: Implementing the 9/11 Commission Recommendations Act of 2007
* House: Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2007
* House: Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2007
* House: Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2007

Editor's Note: If your state redistricted this last election, you may need to edit your subscription and update your congressional district.

Recent House Votes
Adopting the Rules of the House, Title 4 - Vote Passed (280-152, 3 Not Voting)

During consideration of the resolution setting House rules for the 110th Congress, the chamber approved this section that is intended to reform the earmark process and to reduce deficit spending.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Celebrating the life of the late President Gerald R. Ford - S.Res.19

The Senate is scheduled to begin the week with this resolution commemorating the life of President Gerald Ford who passed away December 26, 2006.



Ethics Reform bill - S.1

Following the Ford resolution, the Senate is expected to take up this ethics bill that would require the disclosure of earmark sponsor and tighten lobbying rules.



Implementing the 9/11 Commission Recommendations Act of 2007 - H.R.1

This House bill is intended to implement the remaining 9/11/ Commission recommendations.



Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2007 - H.R.2

This House bill would raise the minimum wage to $7.25.



Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2007 - H.R.3

This House bill would increase federal funding for research using embryonic stem cells.



Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2007 - H.R.4

This House bill would allow Medicare to negotiate prices for certain prescription drugs.

American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
December 12, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Confirmation of Robert M. Gates to be Secretary of Defense
* Senate: Tax Relief and Health Care Act
* House: Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act
* House: Tax Relief and Health Care Act
* House: Trade bill
* House: Continuing appropriations for FY2007
* House: U.S.-India Peaceful Atomic Energy Cooperation Promotion Act


Editor's Note: The 109th Congress has adjourned Sine Die. The 110th Congress will convene on January 4, 2007.

Recent Senate Votes
Confirmation of Robert M. Gates to be Secretary of Defense - Vote Confirmed (95-2, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate confirmed Robert M. Gates to be the next Secretary of Defense.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Tax Relief and Health Care Act - Vote Agreed to (79-9, 12 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this bill that extends a number of tax credits, normalizes trade relations with Vietnam and opens an area of the Gulf of Mexico to oil drilling.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted Not Voting......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act - Vote Failed (250-162, 20 Not Voting)

Under rules that need a two-thirds vote for passage, the House failed to pass this measure that would have required doctors to notify women seeking abortions after 20 weeks of gestation that the fetus feels pain.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Tax Relief and Health Care Act - Vote Passed (367-45, 21 Not Voting)

The House approved this bill that extends a number of tax credits and opens an area of the Gulf of Mexico to oil drilling.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Trade bill - Vote Passed (212-184, 37 Not Voting)

This House bill combined several trade measures, including granting permanent normal trade relations with Vietnam and extending trade benefits to Haiti.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Continuing appropriations for FY2007 - Vote Passed (370-20, 43 Not Voting)

The House passed this continuing resolution to fund government operations through February 15, 2007.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


U.S.-India Peaceful Atomic Energy Cooperation Promotion Act - Vote Passed (330-59, 44 Not Voting)

The House passed the conference report for this bill that would allow the U.S. to share nuclear fuel and technology with India for civilian uses.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
October 2, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Military Commissions Act of 2006
* Senate: Secure Fence Act of 2006
* House: Child Custody Protection Act
* House: Public Expression of Religion Act
* House: Electronic Surveillance Modernization Act
* House: Military Commissions Act of 2006
* House: Private Property Rights Implementation Act of 2006
* House: SAFE Port Act


Editor's Note: The Senate and House are in recess until November 9, 2006.

Recent Senate Votes
Military Commissions Act of 2006 - Vote Passed (65-34, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill establishing procedures by which terror suspects are to be interrogated and prosecuted.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Secure Fence Act of 2006 - Vote Passed (80-19, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this bill that authorizes building 700 miles of double-layer fencing along the 2,000 mile U.S.-Mexico border.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Child Custody Protection Act - Vote Passed (264-153, 15 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would make it a crime to transport a minor across state boundaries to circumvent parental notification laws and obtain an abortion.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Public Expression of Religion Act - Vote Passed (244-173, 15 Not Voting)

This House bill would deny attorney's fees to groups that sue local governments or public officials over the issue of religion.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Electronic Surveillance Modernization Act - Vote Passed (232-191, 9 Not Voting)

This bill would give legal status to the National Security Agency’s warrantless wiretapping program that is intended to monitor terrorist communications originating in the U.S.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Military Commissions Act of 2006 - Vote Passed (250-170, 12 Not Voting)

The House gave final approval to this bill establishing procedures by which terror suspects are to be interrogated and prosecuted.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Private Property Rights Implementation Act of 2006 - Vote Passed (231-181, 20 Not Voting)

This House bill is intended to give homeowners the right to challenge eminent domain decisions in federal courts.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


SAFE Port Act - Vote Passed (409-2, 21 Not Voting)

The House agreed to the conference report of this bill that will require nearly all of the foreign cargo entering U.S. seaports to be checked for radioactive materials.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio

American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
September 25, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: U.S.-Oman Free Trade Agreement
* House: Federal Election Integrity Act of 2006
* House: Community Protection Act of 2006
* House: Immigration Law Enforcement Act of 2006
* House: Border Tunnel Prevention Act of 2006

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Secure Fence Act
* Senate: Defense Appropriations Act, FY2007
* House: Child Custody Protection Act
* House: Public Expression of Religion Act
* House: Military Commissions Act
* House: Electronic Surveillance Modernization Act

Recent Senate Votes
U.S.-Oman Free Trade Agreement - Vote Passed (62-32, 6 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this free trade pact with the Middle East nation of Oman.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Federal Election Integrity Act of 2006 - Vote Passed (228-196, 8 Not Voting)

This House bill would require voters to show valid photo identification in order to vote in federal elections beginning in 2008.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Community Protection Act of 2006 - Vote Passed (328-95, 9 Not Voting)

This bill would allow the Department of Homeland Security to indefinitely detain dangerous illegal aliens that cannot be deported.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Immigration Law Enforcement Act of 2006 - Vote Passed (277-140, 15 Not Voting)

This bill reaffirms the authority of state and local law enforcement agencies to voluntarily participate in the enforcement of immigration laws.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Border Tunnel Prevention Act of 2006 - Vote Passed (422-0, 10 Not Voting)

This bill would make it a crime to construct an unauthorized tunnel across a U.S. international border.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Secure Fence Act - H.R.6061

The Senate is scheduled to continue work on this bill authorizing the construction of 700 miles of fencing along the U.S.-Mexico border.



Defense Appropriations Act, FY2007 - H.R.5631

Both chambers are expected to vote on this $447 billion bill funding the Department of Defense for the 2007 fiscal year. The bill may include a continuing resolution that would fund government operations through November 17, 2006. The 2007 fiscal year begins on October 1, 2006.



Child Custody Protection Act - S.403

This bill would prohibit adults who are not the legal guardian from transporting a minor across state lines to circumvent parental notification laws and obtain an abortion.



Public Expression of Religion Act - H.R.2679

This House bill would prohibit the awarding of attorney's fees in cases where public officials are accused of violating the constitution's establishment of religion clause.



Military Commissions Act - H.R.6054

The House is scheduled to take up a bill establishing military tribunals to prosecute suspected terrorists.



Electronic Surveillance Modernization Act - H.R.5825

This House bill would establish procedures for conducting warrantless wiretapping.
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
September 20, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: SAFE Port Act
* House: Secure Fence Act of 2006
* House: Earmarking reform resolution

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Secure Fence Act
* House: Federal Election Integrity Act of 2006
* House: Border Tunnel Prevention Act of 2006
* House: Community Protection Act of 2006
* House: Immigration Law Enforcement Act

Recent Senate Votes
SAFE Port Act - Vote Passed (98-0, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate approved this bill that would require nearly all of the foreign cargo entering U.S. seaports to be checked for radioactive materials.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Secure Fence Act of 2006 - Vote Passed (283-138, 1 Present, 10 Not Voting)

The House authorized building 700 miles of double-layer fencing along the 2,000 mile U.S.-Mexico border.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Earmarking reform resolution - Vote Passed (245-171, 17 Not Voting)

The House passed this internal rule change requiring Members to identify the special projects they insert into tax, appropriations and authorizing legislation.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Secure Fence Act - H.R.6061

The Senate is scheduled to take up this House bill that would authorize building 700 miles of fencing along the U.S.-Mexico border.



Federal Election Integrity Act of 2006 - H.R.4844

This House bill would require people registering to vote to provide proof of U.S. citizenship.



Border Tunnel Prevention Act of 2006 - H.R.4830

This House bill would make it a crime to build or finance a tunnel between the U.S. and Mexico or Canada.



Community Protection Act of 2006 - H.R.6094

This House bill is intended to combat alien gang crime and would give the Department of Homeland Security the authority to detain illegal aliens.



Immigration Law Enforcement Act - H.R.6095

This bill would affirm the authority of state and local law enforcement agencies to enforce immigration laws.
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
August 7, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act
* Senate: Cloture Motion; Estate Tax/Minimum Wage bill
* Senate: Pension Protection Act


Editor's Note: The Senate is in recess until Tuesday, September 5. The House is in recess until Wednesday, September 6.

Recent Senate Votes
Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act - Vote Passed (71-25, 4 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill to open parts of the Gulf of Mexico to oil and natural gas exploration.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Cloture Motion; Estate Tax/Minimum Wage bill - Vote Rejected (56-42, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate rejected this motion to move to a final vote on this bill that would extend estate tax relief and raise the minimum wage.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Pension Protection Act - Vote Passed (93-5, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this pension reform bill that is intended to help employer-funded pension plans remain solvent.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
July 31, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Child Custody Protection Act
* House: U.S.-India Nuclear Cooperation Promotion Act
* House: Better Health Information System Act
* House: Pension Protection Act
* House: Estate Tax and Extension of Tax Relief Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act
* Senate: Estate Tax and Extension of Tax Relief Act
* Senate: Pension Protection Act

Editor's Note: The House is in recess until Wednesday, September 6, 2006.

Recent Senate Votes
Child Custody Protection Act - Vote Passed (65-34, 1 Not Voting)

This Senate bill would make it a crime to transport a minor across state boundaries to circumvent parental notification laws and obtain an abortion.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
U.S.-India Nuclear Cooperation Promotion Act - Vote Passed (359-68, 6 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would allow the U.S. to share nuclear fuel and technology with India for civilian uses.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Better Health Information System Act - Vote Passed (270-148, 14 Not Voting)

This $40 million House bill is intended to accelerate the process of computerizing people's health records.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Pension Protection Act - Vote Passed (279-131, 1 Present, 22 Not Voting)

This House bill is intended to help employer-funded pension plans remain solvent.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Estate Tax and Extension of Tax Relief Act - Vote Passed (230-180, 1 Present, 22 Not Voting)

The House approved this bill that would extend estate tax relief and raise the minimum wage.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act - S.3711

The Senate is scheduled to begin the week on this bill that would expand oil and gas exploration in the Gulf of Mexico.



Estate Tax and Extension of Tax Relief Act - H.R.5970

The Senate is expected to take up this House bill this week that would extend estate tax relief and raise the minimum wage.



Pension Protection Act - H.R.4

Before leaving for the August recess, the Senate is scheduled to complete work on the pension bill.
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
July 21, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act
* Senate: Voting Rights Act Reauthorization Act
* House: Marriage Protection Amendment
* House: Pledge Protection Act
* House: Veto Override; Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act
* House: Condemning the attacks against Israel
* House: U.S.-Oman Free Trade Agreement

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Gulf of Mexico Lease Sale
* Senate: Defense Appropriations, FY2007
* House: Government Efficiency Act
* House: Abolishment of Obsolete Agencies and Federal Sunset Act

Recent Senate Votes
Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act - Vote Passed (63-37)

The Senate passed this bill that was subsequently vetoed by President Bush that would have expanded federal support for research using embryonic stem cells.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Voting Rights Act Reauthorization Act - Vote Passed (98-0, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this 25-year extension of the Voting Rights Act.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Marriage Protection Amendment - Vote Failed (236-187, 1 Present, 9 Not Voting)

The House fell short of the two-thirds vote needed to amend the constitution to define marriage as a union of one man and one woman.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Pledge Protection Act - Vote Passed (260-167, 5 Not Voting)

This House bill would prevent federal courts from ruling on cases involving the Pledge of Allegiance.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Veto Override; Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act - Vote Failed (235-193, 5 Not Voting)

The House upheld President Bush's veto of this bill that would have expanded federal support for research using embryonic stem cells.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Condemning the attacks against Israel - Vote Passed (410-8, 4 Present, 10 Not Voting)

The House approved this non-binding resolution supporting Israel in its response to recent attacks by Hezbollah terrorists.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


U.S.-Oman Free Trade Agreement - Vote Passed (221-205, 7 Not Voting)

The House gave final approval to this free trade pact with the Middle East nation of Oman.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Gulf of Mexico Lease Sale - S.2253

The Senate may take up this bill that would open up an area in the Gulf of Mexico for oil and gas drilling.



Defense Appropriations, FY2007 - S.___

Following work on the drilling measure, the Senate is expected to take up this $453.5 billion bill funding the Defense Department for the 2007 fiscal year.



Government Efficiency Act - H.R.5766

This House bill would establish a Federal Review Commission to make recommendations on improving the efficiency of government agencies and programs.



Abolishment of Obsolete Agencies and Federal Sunset Act - H.R.3282

This House bill would create the Federal Agency Sunset Commission to periodically review the public need for each government agency.

American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
July 17, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2007
* House: Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act
* House: Voting Rights Act Reauthorization Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Fetus Farming Prohibition Act of 2006
* Senate: Alternative Pluripotent Stem Cell Therapies Enhancement Act
* Senate: Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act
* House: Marriage Protection Amendment
* House: Pledge Protection Act
* House: U.S.-Oman Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act

Recent Senate Votes
Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2007 - Vote Passed (100-0)

The Senate passed this $32.7 billion bill that would fund the Department of Homeland Security for the 2007 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act - Vote Passed (317-93, 22 Not Voting)

This House bill would ban interstate and offshore Internet gambling.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Voting Rights Act Reauthorization Act - Vote Passed (390-33, 9 Not Voting)

The House approved this 25-year extension of the Voting Rights Act.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Fetus Farming Prohibition Act of 2006 - S.3504

During a week of debate on several stem cell bills, the Senate will consider this bill that would prohibit the practice of deliberately initiating a human pregnancy to obtain fetal cells or tissues.



Alternative Pluripotent Stem Cell Therapies Enhancement Act - S.2754

This bill would promote research into stem cells that are not derived from fetuses.



Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act - H.R.810

The Senate is scheduled to take up this House bill that would require the Department of Health and Human Services to support and promote research on human embryonic stem cells.



Marriage Protection Amendment - H.J.Res.88

The House is scheduled to take up this proposal to amend the Constitution to define marriage as a union between a man and a woman.



Pledge Protection Act - H.R.2389

This House bill would give each state the authority to decide the constitutionality of the Pledge of Allegiance rather than the federal courts.



U.S.-Oman Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act - H.R.5684

The House is set to vote on this pact establishing a free-trade zone with the Middle East nation of Oman.
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
July 5, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Flag Desecration Amendment
* Senate: U.S.-Oman Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
* House: Deep Ocean Energy Resources Act
* House: Media Leak Resolution


Editor's Note: The Senate and House are in recess until Monday, July 10th.

Recent Senate Votes
Flag Desecration Amendment - Vote Rejected (66-34)

The Senate fell one vote short of approving this constitutional amendment to give Congress the power to prohibit flag burning.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


U.S.-Oman Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act - Vote Passed (60-34, 6 Not Voting)

The Senate approved this free trade pact with the Middle East nation of Oman.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Deep Ocean Energy Resources Act - Vote Passed (232-187, 13 Not Voting)

This House bill would give states more control over oil and natural gas exploration in coastal waters and reduce limits on offshore drilling.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Media Leak Resolution - Vote Passed (227-183, 22 Not Voting)

The House passed this resolution condemning media outlets that print classified information about programs and techniques used by the government to track terrorist activity.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
June 26, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Increase in the Minimum Wage
* Senate: Minimum Wage Adjustment
* Senate: Redeployment of troops in Iraq by 2007
* Senate: Gradual redeployment of troops in Iraq
* House: Defense Appropriations Act, FY2007
* House: Permanent Estate Tax Relief Act
* House: Legislative Line Item Veto Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Flag Desecration Resolution
* House: Science, State, Justice, Commerce Appropriations Act, FY2007
* House: Deep Ocean Energy Resources Act of 2006

Recent Senate Votes
Increase in the Minimum Wage - Vote Failed (52-46, 2 Not Voting)

This amendment fell short of the 60 votes needed to approve a raise in the minimum wage from $5.15 to $7.25.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Minimum Wage Adjustment - Vote Rejected (45-53, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate rejected this proposal to raise the minimum wage to $6.25 while decreasing taxes and regulations for small businesses.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Redeployment of troops in Iraq by 2007 - Vote Rejected (13-86, 1 Not Voting)

During the debate over the defense authorization bill, the Senate rejected this amendment calling for the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Iraq by July 2007.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Gradual redeployment of troops in Iraq - Vote Rejected (39-60, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate rejected this non-binding "sense of the Senate" resolution calling for a gradual pullout of U.S. troops from Iraq.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Defense Appropriations Act, FY2007 - Vote Passed (407-19, 6 Not Voting)

The House passed this $427 billion bill that would fund the Department of Defense for the 2007 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Permanent Estate Tax Relief Act - Vote Passed (269-156, 8 Not Voting)

This House bill would permanently exempt estates worth less than $5 million per spouse from estate taxes.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Legislative Line Item Veto Act - Vote Passed (247-172, 14 Not Voting)

This bill would allow the president to veto specific items in spending bills.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Flag Desecration Resolution - S.J.Res.12

The Senate is scheduled to begin debate of this proposed constitutional amendment to ban flag burning.



Science, State, Justice, Commerce Appropriations Act, FY2007 - H.R.5672

The House is scheduled to take up this $60 billion bill funding the Departments of State, Justice, and Commerce and various science agencies for the 2007 fiscal year.



Deep Ocean Energy Resources Act of 2006 - H.R.4761

This House bill would expand oil and natural gas exploration in coastal waters.

American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
June 19, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act
* House: Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act
* House: Declaring that the United States will prevail in the Global War on Terror

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Defense Authorization bill
* House: Defense Appropriations Act, FY2007
* House: Voting Rights Act Reauthorization
* House: Legislative Line Item Veto Act

Recent Senate Votes
Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act - Vote Agreed to (98-1, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this $94.5 billion spending bill for military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan and for hurricane relief.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act - Vote Passed (351-67, 14 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill approving $94.5 billion in emergency spending for military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan and for hurricane relief.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Declaring that the United States will prevail in the Global War on Terror - Vote Passed (256-153, 5 Present, 19 Not Voting)

The House approved this non-binding resolution declaring support for U.S. efforts in the war on terror and rejecting a timetable for withdrawing troops from Iraq.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Defense Authorization bill - S.2766

The Senate is scheduled to continue work on this bill authorizing $517.7 billion in defense spending for the upcoming fiscal year. The debate is expected to include discussion of troop withdrawal from Iraq.



Defense Appropriations Act, FY2007 - H.R.5631

This House bill would approve $427 billion in defense spending for the upcoming fiscal year.



Voting Rights Act Reauthorization - H.R.9

This bill would extend the Voting Rights Act for another 25 years.



Legislative Line Item Veto Act - H.R.4890

The House is scheduled to vote on this measure giving the President the authority to veto specific items in spending bills.
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
June 10, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Motion to Proceed to the Marriage Protection Amendment
* Senate: Motion to Proceed to Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act
* Senate: Motion to Proceed to Native Hawaiian Government Reorganization Act
* House: Broadcast Decency Enforcement Act
* House: Communications, Opportunity, Promotion, and Enhancement Act of 2006

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2007
* House: Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act

Recent Senate Votes
Motion to Proceed to the Marriage Protection Amendment - Vote Rejected (49-48, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate rejected this proposed constitutional amendment that would define marriage as a union between one man and one woman.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Motion to Proceed to Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act - Vote Rejected (57-41, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate rejected this bill to make the estate tax repeal permanent.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Motion to Proceed to Native Hawaiian Government Reorganization Act - Vote Rejected (56-41, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate rejected this bill that would have granted indigenous Hawaiians the right of self-governance.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Broadcast Decency Enforcement Act - Vote Passed (379-35, 18 Not Voting)

The House gave final approval to this bill that will raise the fines that can be levied against broadcasters who violate decency rules.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Communications, Opportunity, Promotion, and Enhancement Act of 2006 - Vote Passed (321-101, 11 Not Voting)

This House bill would allow telephone companies to offer video services.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
National Defense Authorization Act, FY2007 - S.2766

The Senate is scheduled to take up this bill authorizing $467.7 billion in defense spending for the upcoming fiscal year.



Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act - H.R.4939

The House is scheduled to begin consideration of the conference report approving $94.5 billion in emergency funding for operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, and for hurricane relief.
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
May 30, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2006
* Senate: Confirmation of Gen. Michael V. Hayden to be Director of the CIA
* House: American-Made Energy and Good Jobs Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Marriage Protection Amendment

Editor's Note: The Senate is in recess until Monday, June 5. The House is in recess until Tuesday, June 6.

Recent Senate Votes
Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2006 - Vote Passed (62-36, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this immigration reform bill that would double the flow of legal immigrants and provide a path to citizenship to an estimated 10 million illegal aliens.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Confirmation of Gen. Michael V. Hayden to be Director of the CIA - Vote Confirmed (78-15, 7 Not Voting)

The Senate confirmed 4-star Air Force General Michael V. Hayden to be the director of the Central Intelligence Agency.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
American-Made Energy and Good Jobs Act - Vote Passed (225-201, 7 Not Voting)

This House bill would open a strip of coastal land in Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to oil drilling.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Marriage Protection Amendment - S.J.Res.1

Following the Memorial Day recess, the Senate is scheduled to resume consideration of this proposal to amend the constitution to define marriage.


American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
May 22, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Border Fence amendment
* Senate: To declare English as the national language
* Senate: To declare English is the common and unifying language
* House: Forest Emergency Recovery and Research Act
* House: Congressional Budget Resolution, FY2007
* House: Interior Appropriations Act, FY2007

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2006
* House: Agriculture Appropriations Act, FY2007
* House: Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, FY2007
* House: Homeland Security Appropriations Act, FY2007

Recent Senate Votes
Border Fence amendment - Vote Agreed to (83-16, 1 Not Voting)

During the immigration debate, the Senate approved this plan to build 370 miles of fencing along the U.S.-Mexico border.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


To declare English as the national language - Vote Agreed to (63-34, 3 Not Voting)

This amendment to the immigration bill declares English to be the national language.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


To declare English is the common and unifying language - Vote Agreed to (58-39, 3 Not Voting)

Following the vote declaring English to be the national language, the Senate voted to declare English to be the "common and unifying language."

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Forest Emergency Recovery and Research Act - Vote Passed (243-182, 7 Not Voting)

This House bill would speed up logging of forests that have been damaged by storms and fires.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Congressional Budget Resolution, FY2007 - Vote Passed (218-210, 5 Not Voting)

The House passed this resolution calling for a 2007 fiscal year budget of $2.8 trillion.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Interior Appropriations Act, FY2007 - Vote Passed (293-128, 11 Not Voting)

The House passed this $25.9 billion bill that would fund the Interior Department for the 2007 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2006 - S.2611

The Senate is scheduled to complete work on this immigration reform bill this week.



Agriculture Appropriations Act, FY2007 - H.R.5384

The House is scheduled to work on this $94.4 billion bill that would fund agriculture programs for the upcoming fiscal year.



Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, FY2007 - H.R.5427

This $30 billion bill would fund the Department of Energy for the 2007 fiscal year.



Homeland Security Appropriations Act, FY2007 - H.R.__

Following action on the energy and water bill, the House is expected to take up this $32 billion bill that would fund the Department of Homeland Security for the 2007 fiscal year.



American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
May 15, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Tax Relief Extension Reconciliation Act
* Senate: Cloture Motion; Health Insurance Marketplace Modernization and Affordability Act
* House: Tax Relief Extension Reconciliation Act
* House: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2006
* House: Agriculture Appropriations Act, FY2007

Recent Senate Votes
Tax Relief Extension Reconciliation Act - Vote Agreed to (54-44, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this bill extending a number of tax cuts that were set to expire over the next several years.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted Not Voting......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Cloture Motion; Health Insurance Marketplace Modernization and Affordability Act - Vote Rejected (55-43, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate voted against ending debate on this bill that would allow small businesses to join together to purchase health insurance.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted Not Voting......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Tax Relief Extension Reconciliation Act - Vote Passed (244-185, 4 Not Voting)

The House approved this extension of a number of tax cuts that were set to expire over the next several years.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007 - Vote Passed (396-31, 5 Not Voting)

This House bill authorizes $512.9 billion in defense spending for the 2007 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2006 - S.2611

The Senate is scheduled to work on this immigration reform bill this week.



Agriculture Appropriations Act, FY2007 - H.R.__

The House may take up its first spending bill of the upcoming fiscal year this week. This $94.4 billion bill would fund agriculture programs.


American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
May 8, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act
* House: Lobbying Accountability and Transparency Act
* House: Security and Accountability for Every Port Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Medical Care Access Protection Act of 2006
* Senate: Health Insurance Marketplace Modernization and Affordability Act
* House: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007

Recent Senate Votes
Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act - Vote Passed (77-21, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate approved a $109 billion spending bill providing funding for military operations in Iraq and hurricane relief.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Lobbying Accountability and Transparency Act - Vote Passed (217-213, 3 Not Voting)

The House passed this lobbying reform bill that is intended to toughen rules for lobbyists and make the lawmaking process more transparent.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Security and Accountability for Every Port Act - Vote Passed (421-2, 9 Not Voting)

The House passed this $5.5 billion bill that would require 98 percent of all cargo entering U.S. seaports to be checked for radioactive materials and create a grant program to fund port security projects.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Medical Care Access Protection Act of 2006 - S.22

The Senate is scheduled to debate this bill that would cap non-economic medical malpractice lawsuit awards and control the cost of malpractice insurance.



Health Insurance Marketplace Modernization and Affordability Act - S.1955

Following action on the malpractice bill, the Senate may proceed to this bill that would allow small businesses to band together to provide health insurance.



National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007 - H.R.5122

The House is scheduled to consider this $512.9 billion bill authorizing defense expenditures for the upcoming fiscal year.


American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
May 1, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Motion to Table Coburn Amdt.; Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act
* House: Iran Freedom Support Act
* House: Intelligence Authorization for Fiscal Year 2007
* House: Approving the Rule; Lobbying Accountability and Transparency Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act
* House: Lobbying Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006
* House: SAFE Port Act

Recent Senate Votes
Motion to Table Coburn Amdt.; Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act - Vote Rejected (44-51, 5 Not Voting)

By rejecting a motion to table this amendment, the Senate voted to remove $15 million intended for a seafood marketing campaign from an emergency spending bill.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted Not Voting......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Iran Freedom Support Act - Vote Passed (397-21, 14 Not Voting)

The House voted to toughen sanctions on Iran until that country dismantles its nuclear program.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Intelligence Authorization for Fiscal Year 2007 - Vote Passed (327-96, 9 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill authorizing intelligence gathering activities for the upcoming fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Approving the Rule; Lobbying Accountability and Transparency Act - Vote Passed (216-207, 10 Not Voting)

Passage of this resolution sets the rules for debating a lobbying reform bill.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act - H.R.4939

The Senate is scheduled to complete work on this $106 billion spending bill providing emergency funds for hurricane relief and military operations in Iraq.



Lobbying Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006 - H.R.4975

The House is scheduled to vote this week on this lobbying reform bill.



SAFE Port Act - H.R.4954

This House bill is intended to increase port and maritime security.


American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
April 10, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Motion to Invoke Cloture; Securing America's Borders Act
* House: 527 Reform Act


Editor's Note: The Senate is in recess until April 24, 2006. The House is in recess until April 25, 2006.

Recent Senate Votes
Motion to Invoke Cloture; Securing America's Borders Act - Vote Rejected (36-62, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate rejected a cloture motion to end debate and proceed to a final vote on this border security bill centered on enforcement.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
527 Reform Act - Vote Passed (217-209, 6 Not Voting)

The House voted to subject so-called "527" organizations to campaign finance regulations.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
April 3, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Legislative Transparency and Accountability Act of 2006
* House: College Access and Opportunity Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Securing America's Borders Act
* House: 527 Reform Act of 2005
* House: Budget Resolution, FY2007

Recent Senate Votes
Legislative Transparency and Accountability Act of 2006 - Vote Passed (90-8, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill intended to increase lobbying disclosure and legislative accountability.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
College Access and Opportunity Act - Vote Passed (221-199, 12 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill reauthorizing the Higher Education Act.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Securing America's Borders Act - S.2454

The Senate is scheduled to spend the week working on this immigration reform bill.



527 Reform Act of 2005 - H.R.513

This House bill would require 527 organizations to comply with the Federal Election Campaign Act.



Budget Resolution, FY2007 - H.Con.Res.__

The House is scheduled to work on this resolution setting the 2007 fiscal year budget

 

American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
March 20, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Increased Public Debt resolution
* Senate: Budget Resolution, FY2007
* House: Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act for Defense, the Global War on Terror, and Hurricane Recovery, FY2006
* House: LIHEAP Funding

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Legislative Transparency and Accountability Act of 2006

Editor's Note: The Senate and House stand adjourned this week for the St. Patrick's Day recess.

Recent Senate Votes
Increased Public Debt resolution - Vote Agreed to (52-48)

The Senate gave final approval to this resolution raising the government's borrowing limit by $781 billion.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Budget Resolution, FY2007 - Vote Passed (51-49)

The Senate approved this budget resolution setting government spending for the 2007 fiscal year at $2.8 trillion.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act for Defense, the Global War on Terror, and Hurricane Recovery, FY2006 - Vote Passed (348-71, 13 Not Voting)

The House approved this $91 billion supplemental spending bill that would provide funds for military operations and hurricane relief.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


LIHEAP Funding - Vote Passed (287-128, 17 Not Voting)

The House gave final approval to this bill to increase funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program by $1 billion.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Legislative Transparency and Accountability Act of 2006 - S.2349

The Senate is scheduled to take up this lobbying reform bill upon returning from the St. Patrick's Day recess.

American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
March 13, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* House: USA PATRIOT Act Additional Reauthorizing Amendments Act
* House: National Uniformity for Food Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: 2007 Budget Resolution
* House: Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act for Defense, the Global War on Terror, and Hurricane Recovery, 2006
* House: Online Freedom of Speech Act

Recent House Votes
USA PATRIOT Act Additional Reauthorizing Amendments Act - Vote Passed (280-138, 14 Not Voting)

The House gave final approval to this companion bill to the PATRIOT Act reauthorization that includes several provisions intended to resolve privacy concerns.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


National Uniformity for Food Act - Vote Passed (283-139, 10 Not Voting)

This House bill would establish national standards for packaged food labeling.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
2007 Budget Resolution - S.Con.Res.__

The Senate will begin work on a $2.8 trillion budget resolution setting spending levels for the 2007 fiscal year.



Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act for Defense, the Global War on Terror, and Hurricane Recovery, 2006 - H.R.__

The House is scheduled to take up this $91 billion supplemental spending bill for the 2006 fiscal year that would fund military operations in Afghanistan and Iraq and hurricane relief efforts.



Online Freedom of Speech Act - H.R.1606

This House bill would prevent the Federal Election Commission from regulating online campaign communications.


American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
March 6, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: USA PATRIOT Improvement and Reauthorization Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: LIHEAP Funding
* Senate: Legislative Transparency and Accountability Act of 2006
* Senate: Lobbying Transparency and Accountability Act of 2005
* House: USA PATRIOT Act Additional Reauthorizing Amendments Act of 2006
* House: National Uniformity for Food Act of 2005

Recent Senate Votes
USA PATRIOT Improvement and Reauthorization Act - Vote Passed (89-10, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate approved the conference report permanently reauthorizing 14 of the 16 provisions in the USA PATRIOT Act.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
LIHEAP Funding - S.2320

A cloture vote in the Senate is expected to take place on Tuesday on this bill to provide funds for a low-income heating assistance program.



Legislative Transparency and Accountability Act of 2006 - S.2349

This Senate lobbying reform bill would require pre-approval for trips paid for by third-parties, ban gifts from registered lobbyists and change the rules related to inserting spending projects into legislation.



Lobbying Transparency and Accountability Act of 2005 - S.2128

This Senate lobbying reform bill would require lobbyists to file quarterly financial disclosure reports.



USA PATRIOT Act Additional Reauthorizing Amendments Act of 2006 - S.2271

The House is scheduled to take up this Senate bill that made modifications to privacy protections in the USA Patriot Act.



National Uniformity for Food Act of 2005 - H.R.4167

This House bill would give the Food and Drug Administration final authority on food labeling standards.

 

American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
February 20, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Motion to Waive CBA; Fairness in Asbestos Injury Resolution Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: USA PATRIOT Act Additional Reauthorizing Amendments Act

Editor's Note: The Senate is in recess until February 27, 2006. The House is in recess until February 28, 2006.

Recent Senate Votes
Motion to Waive CBA; Fairness in Asbestos Injury Resolution Act - Vote Rejected (58-41, 1 Not Voting)

By defeating this procedural motion to suspend budget rules, the Senate halted progress on a bill to create a $140 billion trust fund to compensate workers exposed to asbestos.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
USA PATRIOT Act Additional Reauthorizing Amendments Act - S.2271

The Senate is scheduled to take up this bill reauthorizing the PATRIOT Act after returning from the President's Day recess.



American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
February 6, 2006

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Confirmation of Samuel A. Alito
* House: Budget Reconciliation bill

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Fairness in Asbestos Injury Resolution Act
* House: Tax Relief Extension Reconciliation Act

Recent Senate Votes
Confirmation of Samuel A. Alito - Vote Confirmed (58-42)

The Senate confirmed Judge Samuel A. Alito to the Supreme Court.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Budget Reconciliation bill - Vote Passed (216-214, 3 Not Voting)

The House gave final approval to a measure intended to trim $39 from the budget deficit over the next five years.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Fairness in Asbestos Injury Resolution Act - S.852

The Senate is scheduled to begin debate of this bill that would establish a $140 billion trust fund for people made sick by asbestos.



Tax Relief Extension Reconciliation Act - H.R.4297

The House will consider a motion to go to a conference committee with the Senate on this bill that would extend a number of tax cuts for one or two years.
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
December 27, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Deficit Reduction Omnibus Reconciliation Act of 2005
* Senate: Cloture Motion; ANWR Drilling
* Senate: Defense Appropriations Act, FY2006


Editor's Note: Congress has completed its work for the year. The Senate is scheduled to reconvene on January 18, 2006. The House is scheduled to reconvene on January 31, 2006.

Recent Senate Votes
Deficit Reduction Omnibus Reconciliation Act of 2005 - Vote Agreed to (50-50)

With Vice President Cheney casting the tiebreaking vote, the Senate passed this budget reconciliation bill that is intended to trim $40 billion from the deficit over five years.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Cloture Motion; ANWR Drilling - Vote Rejected (56-44)

The Senate fell short of invoking cloture on the Defense spending bill that contained a provision allowing for drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Defense Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Agreed to (93-0, 7 Not Voting)

Following the removal of the ANWR provision, the Senate passed this $453 billion bill funding the Department of Defense for the 2006 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
December 19, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Cloture Motion; USA PATRIOT Improvement and Reauthorization Act
* House: USA PATRIOT and Terrorism Prevention Reauthorization Act
* House: Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Pension Protection Act
* House: Border Protection, Antiterrorism, and Illegal Immigration Control Act
* House: Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act
* House: Defense Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Deficit Reduction Omnibus Reconciliation Act of 2005

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Deficit Reduction Omnibus Reconciliation Act of 2005
* Senate: Defense Appropriations Act, FY2006

Recent Senate Votes
Cloture Motion; USA PATRIOT Improvement and Reauthorization Act - Vote Rejected (52-47, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate fell short of the 60 votes needed to invoke cloture and move to a final vote on the PATRIOT Act reauthorization.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
USA PATRIOT and Terrorism Prevention Reauthorization Act - Vote Passed (251-174, 9 Not Voting)

The House approved the conference report that would make permanent 14 of the 16 provisions of the PATRIOT Act.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (215-213, 6 Not Voting)

The House approved this $142.5 billion conference report funding the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services and Education for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Pension Protection Act - Vote Passed (294-132, 7 Not Voting)

This House bill is intended to protect employer-funded pension plans and help the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation remain solvent.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Border Protection, Antiterrorism, and Illegal Immigration Control Act - Vote Passed (239-182, 13 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill intended to combat illegal immigration.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act - Vote Passed (413-0, 20 Not Voting)

The House gave final approval to this $79 million bill to harvest stem cells from umbilical cord blood and create a single databank for researchers to share information.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Defense Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (308-106, 2 Present, 18 Not Voting)

The House approved this $453 billion bill funding the Department of Defense for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Deficit Reduction Omnibus Reconciliation Act of 2005 - Vote Passed (212-206, 16 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that is intended to reduce the deficit by $40 billion over five years.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Deficit Reduction Omnibus Reconciliation Act of 2005 - S.1932

The Senate is expected to vote on this deficit reduction package early in the week.



Defense Appropriations Act, FY2006 - H.R.2863

The Senate is scheduled to take up the Defense spending bill this week, prior to adjourning for Christmas.

American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
December 12, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* House: Terrorism Risk Insurance Extension Act of 2005
* House: United States-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
* House: Tax Relief Extension Reconciliation Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: United States-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
* House: USA PATRIOT and Terrorism Prevention Reauthorization Act of 2005
* House: Border Protection, Antiterrorism, and Illegal Immigration Control Act of 2005

Recent House Votes
Terrorism Risk Insurance Extension Act of 2005 - Vote Passed (371-49, 12 Not Voting)

This bill would extend through 2007 the government program guaranteeing insurance coverage of damages resulting from terror attacks.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


United States-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act - Vote Passed (327-95, 10 Not Voting)

This bill would remove duties on goods traded between the U.S. and the Middle Eastern nation of Bahrain.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Tax Relief Extension Reconciliation Act - Vote Passed (234-197, 3 Not Voting)

The House passed a $56 billion tax reconciliation bill that would push back the expiration dates of a number of individual and business tax cuts.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
United States-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act - S.2027

The Senate is expected to give final congressional approval to this free trade pact with Bahrain.



USA PATRIOT and Terrorism Prevention Reauthorization Act of 2005 - H.R.3199

The House is scheduled to take up this conference report making parts of the PATRIOT Act permanent.



Border Protection, Antiterrorism, and Illegal Immigration Control Act of 2005 - H.R.4437

This House bill is intended to crack down on illegal immigration.
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MegaVote
November 21, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2006
* Senate: Pension Security and Transparency Act of 2005
* Senate: Tax Relief Act of 2005
* House: Sense of the House Regarding Fields v. Palmdale School District
* House: Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Deficit Reduction Act of 2005
* House: Troop Withdrawal Resolution


Editor's Note: The Senate is in recess until December 12, 2005. The House is in recess until December 6, 2005. Congress has sent 9 of the 11 annual appropriations bills to the President.

Recent Senate Votes
National Defense Authorization Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (98-0, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this $492 billion bill authorizing Department of Defense expenditures for the 2006 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Pension Security and Transparency Act of 2005 - Vote Passed (97-2, 1 Not Voting)

This Senate bill is intended to protect underfunded pension plans.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Tax Relief Act of 2005 - Vote Passed (64-33, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate passed a $60 billion tax reconciliation bill that would extend a number of individual and business tax cuts due to expire in the next few years.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Sense of the House Regarding Fields v. Palmdale School District - Vote Passed (320-91, 12 Present, 10 Not Voting)

This House resolution condemns a 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruling that a school district in Southern California did not violate parental rights when it surveyed elementary school students about sex.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Failed (209-224, 1 Not Voting)

The House rejected the $142.5 billion conference report to fund the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services and Education for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 - Vote Passed (217-215, 2 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill intended to trim $50 billion from the deficit by making budget cuts to a variety of programs.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Troop Withdrawal Resolution - Vote Failed (3-403, 6 Present, 22 Not Voting)

The House rejected this non-binding resolution calling for the immediate withdrawal of troops from Iraq.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
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MegaVote
November 14, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: State/Foreign Operations Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Energy and Water Development Appropriations, FY 2006
* House: Science/State/Justice/Commerce Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Secure Access to Justice and Court Protection Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2006
* House: Deficit Reduction Act of 2005
* House: United States Boxing Commission Act

Recent Senate Votes
State/Foreign Operations Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (91-0, 9 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this $20.9 billion bill funding foreign aid programs for the 2006 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted Not Voting......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Energy and Water Development Appropriations, FY 2006 - Vote Passed (399-17, 17 Not Voting)

The House passed this conference report that provides $30.5 billion for the Department of Energy, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and conservation programs for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Science/State/Justice/Commerce Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (397-19, 17 Not Voting)

The House passed the $57.85 billion conference report that funds the Departments of State, Justice, Commerce and science agencies for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Secure Access to Justice and Court Protection Act - Vote Passed (375-45, 13 Not Voting)

This House bill would increase funding for courthouse security and impose severe penalties on persons convicted of crimes against judges, their relatives, and other courthouse employees.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
National Defense Authorization Act, FY2006 - S.1042

The Senate is scheduled to continue considering this bill that authorizes defense programs for the 2006 fiscal year.



Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 - H.R.4241

The House has scheduled action again this week on this bill intended to trim $53.9 billion from the budget deficit.



United States Boxing Commission Act - H.R.1065

This House bill establishes a United States Boxing Commission within the Department of Commerce to regulate the sport of boxing.
American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
November 7, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Agriculture Appropriations Act, FY2006
* Senate: Deficit Reduction Omnibus Reconciliation Act of 2005
* House: Online Freedom of Speech Act
* House: Private Property Rights Protection Act
* House: Foreign Operations Appropriations Act, FY2006

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2006
* House: Secure Access to Justice and Court Protection Act of 2005
* House: Deficit Reduction Act of 2005

Recent Senate Votes
Agriculture Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (81-18, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this $100.2 billion bill funding the Department of Agriculture for the 2006 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Deficit Reduction Omnibus Reconciliation Act of 2005 - Vote Passed (52-47, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate capped a long day of votes with passage of this 2006 budget reconciliation bill intended to trim $35 billion from the deficit.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Online Freedom of Speech Act - Vote Failed (225-182, 26 Not Voting)

The House fell short of the 290 votes needed to pass this bill under suspension that would exempt online communications from campaign finance laws.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Private Property Rights Protection Act - Vote Passed (376-38, 19 Not Voting)

The House voted to prohibit state and local governments that have used eminent domain to seize land for economic development purposes from receiving federal funds.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Foreign Operations Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (358-39, 36 Not Voting)

The House approved this $20.9 billion conference report funding foreign operations and aid programs for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
National Defense Authorization Act, FY2006 - S.1042

The Senate is set to resume consideration of the bill authorizing defense programs for the 2006 fiscal year.



Secure Access to Justice and Court Protection Act of 2005 - H.R.1751

This House bill would increase penalties against individuals who commit crimes against judges or federally funded public safety officers.



Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 - H.R.__

The House is scheduled to take up this bill that is intended to trim $53.9 billion from the budget deficit.
American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
October 31, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Federal Housing Finance Reform Act
* House: Disapproving BRAC Recommendations
* House: Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Deficit Reduction Omnibus Reconciliation
* House: Private Property Rights Protection Act of 2005

Recent Senate Votes
Labor/HHS/Education Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (94-3, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this $145.7 billion bill funding the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services and Education for the 2006 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Federal Housing Finance Reform Act - Vote Passed (331-90, 12 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill to reform the administrative structure governing the three federal housing agencies.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Disapproving BRAC Recommendations - Vote Failed (85-324, 1 Present, 23 Not Voting)

By rejecting this resolution, the House cleared the way for the latest round of military base closures to proceed.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act - Vote Passed (228-184, 21 Not Voting)

This House bill would institute mandatory penalties against lawyers who file frivolous lawsuits.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Deficit Reduction Omnibus Reconciliation - S.1932

The Senate is scheduled to take up this bill intended to trim $39 billion from the budget deficit. The House is expected to take up their version of the bill the following week.



Private Property Rights Protection Act of 2005 - H.R.4128

This House bill would prohibit the use of Federal funds in instances where private property is seized through eminent domain for economic development purposes.
American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
October 10, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Defense Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Homeland Security Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Gasoline for America's Security Act


Editor's Note: The Senate and House are in recess until Monday, October 17.

Recent Senate Votes
Defense Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (97-0, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this $445 billion bill funding defense operations for the 2006 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Homeland Security Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (347-70, 16 Not Voting)

The House and Senate passed this $31.9 billion bill funding the Department of Homeland Security for the 2006 fiscal year, clearing the measure for the President.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Gasoline for America's Security Act - Vote Passed (212-210, 12 Not Voting)

This House bill encourages the construction of new oil refineries and directs the Federal Trade Commission to investigate gasoline price gouging.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
October 3, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Confirmation of John Roberts to be Chief Justice
* House: Threatened and Endangered Species Recovery Act
* House: Continuing Appropriations, FY2006

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Defense Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Homeland Security Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Gasoline for America's Security Act of 2005

Recent Senate Votes
Confirmation of John Roberts to be Chief Justice - Vote Confirmed (78-22)

The Senate confirmed John G. Roberts to become the 17th chief justice of the Supreme Court.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Threatened and Endangered Species Recovery Act - Vote Passed (229-193, 11 Not Voting)

The House approved this bill making changes to the 1973 Endangered Species Act.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Continuing Appropriations, FY2006 - Vote Passed (348-65, 20 Not Voting)

The House and Senate passed a continuing resolution funding government operations through November 18, 2005 while work continues on the annual appropriations bills.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Defense Appropriations Act, FY2006 - H.R.2863

The Senate is scheduled to continue work on this $440 billion bill funding the Department of Defense for the 2006 fiscal year.



Homeland Security Appropriations Act, FY2006 - H.R.2360

The House is scheduled to consider this $30.8 billion bill funding the Department of Homeland Security for the 2006 fiscal year.



Gasoline for America's Security Act of 2005 - H.R.3893

This House energy bill is intended to encourage oil refinery and pipeline construction and encourage energy conservation. It would also direct the Federal Trade Commission to investigate gasoline price gouging.


American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
September 26, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Agriculture Appropriations Act, FY2006
* Senate: Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Manufacturing Technology Competitiveness Act
* House: School Readiness Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Nomination of John Roberts to be Chief Justice of the United States
* House: Department of Justice Appropriations Authorization Act
* House: Threatened and Endangered Species Recovery Act of 2005
* House: Making continuing Appropriations, FY2006

Recent Senate Votes
Agriculture Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (97-2, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this $100 billion bill funding the Department of Agriculture for the 2006 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (98-0, 2 Not Voting)

This $82.98 billion bill would fund military construction projects and the Department of Veterans Affairs for the 2006 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Manufacturing Technology Competitiveness Act - Vote Passed (394-24, 15 Not Voting)

The House passed this $2.1 billion bill intended to help the manufacturing sector develop new technologies.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


School Readiness Act - Vote Passed (231-184, 18 Not Voting)

This bill reauthorizes Head Start appropriations though the 2011 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Nomination of John Roberts to be Chief Justice of the United States - PN801

The full Senate is scheduled to begin debate on Monday of the nomination of Judge John Roberts to become Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. A vote is expected to take place Wednesday or Thursday.



Department of Justice Appropriations Authorization Act - H.R.3402

The House is scheduled to consider this bill setting spending priorities at the Department of Justice for the fiscal years 2006 through 2009.



Threatened and Endangered Species Recovery Act of 2005 - H.R.3824

This House bill would reauthorize, and make several changes to, the Endangered Species Act.



Making continuing Appropriations, FY2006 - H.J.Res.__

With only two of the annual appropriations bills signed into law, Congress will need to pass a continuing resolution to fund government operations before the 2006 fiscal year begins on Saturday, October 1.


American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
September 19, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Mercury Resolution
* Senate: Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Children's Safety Act
* House: Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2005
* House: Hurricane Katrina Investigation

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Agriculture Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Manufacturing Technology Competitiveness Act of 2005
* House: School Readiness Act of 2005

Recent Senate Votes
Mercury Resolution - Vote Rejected (47-51, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate rejected this attempt to reverse an Environmental Protection Agency rule giving power plants flexibility in how they reduce mercury emissions.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (91-4, 5 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this $48.6 billion bill funding the Departments of Commerce and Justice for the 2006 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Children's Safety Act - Vote Passed (371-52, 10 Not Voting)

This House bill is intended to strengthen child sex offender monitoring.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2005 - Vote Passed (415-0, 18 Not Voting)

This $8.7 billion bill would fund the Coast Guard for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Hurricane Katrina Investigation - Vote Passed (224-188, 21 Not Voting)

This resolution creates a select committee to investigate the response to Hurricane Katrina.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Agriculture Appropriations Act, FY2006 - H.R.2744

The Senate is slated to work this week on a $100.7 billion bill funding the Department of Agriculture for the 2006 fiscal year.



Manufacturing Technology Competitiveness Act of 2005 - H.R.250

This House bill is intended to encourage technological innovation in manufacturing.



School Readiness Act of 2005 - H.R.2123

The House is scheduled to take up this bill intended to increase local control over Head Start and improve accountability over federal Head Start funds.


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MegaVote
http://www.capitoladvantage.com/publishing/products_megavote.html
September 12, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Further Emergency Supplemental Appropriations, Hurricane Katrina, 2005
* House: Further Emergency Supplemental Appropriations, Hurricane Katrina, 2005

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations, FY2006
* Senate: Transportation-Treasury Appropriations, FY2006
* House: Children’s Safety Act of 2005
* House: Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2005

Editor's Note: The hearings on the nomination of Judge John Roberts to become Chief Justice of the Supreme Court began Monday, September 12 and are tentatively scheduled to last 4 days.

Recent Senate Votes
Further Emergency Supplemental Appropriations, Hurricane Katrina, 2005 - Vote Agreed to (97-0, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this supplemental spending bill sending $51.8 billion to the areas affected by Hurricane Katrina.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Further Emergency Supplemental Appropriations, Hurricane Katrina, 2005 - Vote Passed (410-11, 12 Not Voting)

Highlighting a week dominated by Hurricane Katrina-related legislation is this $51.8 billion supplemental spending bill.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations, FY2006 - H.R.2862

The Senate is scheduled to begin the week working on this bill that would fund the Departments of State, Justice and Commerce for the 2006 fiscal year.



Transportation-Treasury Appropriations, FY2006 - H.R.3058

Following work on the C-J-S appropriations bill, the Senate may begin work on this bill funding the Departments of Transportation, Treasury and Housing and Urban Development for the 2006 fiscal year.



Children’s Safety Act of 2005 - H.R.3132

The House will vote this week on this bill that is intended to improve the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Program.



Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2005 - H.R.889

This $8.7 billion bill would fund the Coast Guard for the 2006 fiscal year.



American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
August 1, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Energy Policy Act of 2005
* Senate: Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act
* Senate: Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users
* House: Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2005
* House: Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act
* House: United States Trade Rights Enforcement Act
* House: Dominican Republic-CAFTA Implementation Act
* House: Energy Policy Act of 2005
* House: HEALTH Act of 2005
* House: Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users


Editor's Note: The Senate and House are in recess until Tuesday, September 6, 2005.

Recent Senate Votes
Energy Policy Act of 2005 - Vote Agreed to (74-26)

The Senate gave final approval to the conference report for this $12.3 billion energy bill intended to encourage energy conservation and production, clearing the measure for the President.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act - Vote Passed (65-31, 4 Not Voting)

This legislation would protect gun manufacturers and distributors from lawsuits stemming from the criminal use of their products.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users - Vote Agreed to (91-4, 5 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this $286.4 billion bill funding transportation programs for the years 2004 through 2009, clearing the measure for the President.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2005 - Vote Passed (263-165, 5 Not Voting)

This House bill would allow small businesses to band together to purchase health insurance.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act - Vote Passed (410-20, 3 Not Voting)

This postal reform bill is intended to help the United States Post Office combat declining revenue and allow it to be more competitive in certain mail delivery markets.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


United States Trade Rights Enforcement Act - Vote Passed (255-168, 10 Not Voting)

U.S. businesses would be able to petition the government to impose duties on goods from China under this House-passed trade bill.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Dominican Republic-CAFTA Implementation Act - Vote Passed (217-215, 2 Not Voting)

The House gave approval to an agreement intended to strengthen economic ties between the U.S. and Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Energy Policy Act of 2005 - Vote Passed (275-156, 3 Not Voting)

The House passed the conference report for this $12.3 billion energy bill intended to encourage energy conservation and production.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


HEALTH Act of 2005 - Vote Passed (230-194, 2 Present, 7 Not Voting)

This medical malpractice reform bill would limit non-economic damages, or "pain and suffering" damages, in malpractice lawsuits to $250,000.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users - Vote Passed (412-8, 14 Not Voting)

The House passed this $286.4 billion bill funding transportation programs for the years 2004 through 2009.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
July 25, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Foreign Operations Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Foreign Relations Authorization Act, FY2006/2007
* House: USA PATRIOT and Terrorism Prevention Reauthorization Act
* House: NASA Authorization Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2006
* House: Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2005
* House: HEALTH Act of 2005
* House: Dominican Republic-CAFTA Implementation Act

Recent Senate Votes
Foreign Operations Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (98-1, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this $31.8 billion bill funding foreign aid programs for the 2006 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Foreign Relations Authorization Act, FY2006/2007 - Vote Passed (351-78, 4 Not Voting)

This $22.3 billion bill authorizes foreign operations spending for the 2006 and 2007 fiscal years.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


USA PATRIOT and Terrorism Prevention Reauthorization Act - Vote Passed (257-171, 6 Not Voting)

The House voted to indefinitely extend a number of sections in the USA Patriot Act.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


NASA Authorization Act - Vote Passed (383-15, 35 Not Voting)

The House passed this $34.7 billion bill authorizing National Aeronautics and Space Administration activities over the next 10 years.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
National Defense Authorization Act, FY2006 - S.1042

The Senate is scheduled to begin work on this $441.6 bill authorizing defense expenditures for the 2006 fiscal year.



Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2005 - H.R.525

This House bill would allow small businesses to join together and establish association health plans, with the intent of lowering health insurance costs.



HEALTH Act of 2005 - H.R.5

The House is scheduled to consider this bill that would place a limit on "pain and suffering" damages that can be awarded in a health care law suits.



Dominican Republic-CAFTA Implementation Act - H.R.3045

A vote on this trade bill is scheduled for late Wednesday. CAFTA is intended to strengthen economic ties between the U.S. and Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
July 5, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Energy Policy Act of 2005
* Senate: CAFTA Implementation Act
* House: Foreign Operations Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Transportation, Treasury, HUD, Judiciary, and DC Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Disapproving of Kelo v. New London
* House: Supplemental Veterans Appropriations, FY2005


Editor's Note: The Senate and House are in recess until July 11, 2005.

Recent Senate Votes
Energy Policy Act of 2005 - Vote Passed (85-12, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this comprehensive energy bill intended to encourage energy conservation and production.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


CAFTA Implementation Act - Vote Passed (54-45, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate gave approval to an agreement intended to strengthen economic ties between the U.S. and Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Foreign Operations Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (393-32, 8 Not Voting)

The House passed this $20.3 billion bill funding foreign aid programs for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Transportation, Treasury, HUD, Judiciary, and DC Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (405-18, 10 Not Voting)

The House approved this $67 billion bill funding the Departments of Transportation, Treasury, Housing and Urban Development, the federal judiciary and the District of Columbia for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Disapproving of Kelo v. New London - Vote Passed (365-33, 18 Present, 17 Not Voting)

The House passed this resolution expressing disapproval of Kelo v. New London, the recent Supreme Court decision concerning eminent domain.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Supplemental Veterans Appropriations, FY2005 - Vote Passed (419-0, 14 Not Voting)

The House passed this $1 billion supplemental spending bill to cover a shortfall in veterans health care funding that was recently disclosed by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
American Postal Workers Union
presents:
MegaVote
June 27, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Cloture Vote, John Bolton Nomination
* House: Defense Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Intelligence Authorization Act, FY2006
* House: Constitutional Amendment to Prohibit Flag Desecration
* House: Labor, HHS, and Education Appropriations Act, FY2006

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Energy Policy Act of 2005
* Senate: Interior Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Foreign Operations Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Transportation, Treasury, HUD, Judiciary, and District of Columbia Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Water Resources Development Act of 2005

Recent Senate Votes
Cloture Vote, John Bolton Nomination - Vote Rejected (54-38, 8 Not Voting)

For a second time, the Senate rejected a motion to end debate and vote on John Bolton's nomination to be ambassador to the United Nations.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Defense Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (398-19, 16 Not Voting)

The House approved this $409 billion bill funding the Department of Defense for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Intelligence Authorization Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (409-16, 8 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill authorizing spying and intelligence-gathering activities for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Constitutional Amendment to Prohibit Flag Desecration - Vote Passed (286-130, 18 Not Voting)

The House passed this proposal to amend the constitution to prohibit flag burning.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Labor, HHS, and Education Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (250-151, 32 Not Voting)

The House passed this $142.5 billion bill funding the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Energy Policy Act of 2005 - H.R.6

The Senate is expected to complete work on this comprehensive energy bill early in the week.



Interior Appropriations Act, FY2006 - H.R.2361

The Senate is scheduled to take up this $26.3 billion bill funding the Department of the Interior for the 2006 fiscal year.



Foreign Operations Appropriations Act, FY2006 - H.R.3057

The House is set to take up this $20.3 billion bill funding foreign aid programs for the 2006 fiscal year.



Transportation, Treasury, HUD, Judiciary, and District of Columbia Appropriations Act, FY2006 - H.R.3058

This $66.9 billion bill would fund the Departments of Transportation, Treasury, HUD and Judiciary for the 2006 fiscal year. It also provides funds to the city of Washington DC.



Water Resources Development Act of 2005 - H.R.2864

This House bill would authorize the Army Corps of Engineers to undertake a variety of projects making improvements to waterways and harbors.


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June 20, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* House: Science, State, Justice, and Commerce Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: United Nations Reform Act of 2005

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Motion to invoke cloture, John Bolton nomination
* Senate: Energy Policy Act of 2005
* House: Intelligence Authorization Act, FY2006
* House: Defense Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Flag Desecration resolution

Recent House Votes
Science, State, Justice, and Commerce Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (418-7, 8 Not Voting)

The House passed this $57.4 billion bill funding the departments of State, Justice, Commerce and other science agencies for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


United Nations Reform Act of 2005 - Vote Passed (221-184, 28 Not Voting)

The House approved this bill that would withhold a portion of U.S. dues to the United Nations unless they undertake certain reforms to improve accountability.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Motion to invoke cloture, John Bolton nomination - P.N.326

The Senate is scheduled to hold a second cloture vote on Monday to end debate of John Bolton’s nomination to be ambassador to the United Nation and move to a final vote.



Energy Policy Act of 2005 - H.R.6

The Senate enters week two of debate over this House-passed comprehensive energy bill. A final vote is expected by the end of the week.



Intelligence Authorization Act, FY2006 - H.R.2475

This House bill authorizes funding for intelligence activities for the 2006 fiscal year. It covers a number of agencies and programs, including the Central Intelligence Agency, the National Security Agency, and the Director of National Intelligence.



Defense Appropriations Act, FY2006 - H.R.2863

The House begins the week with this $409 billion bill funding Defense Department activities for the upcoming fiscal year. The bill includes a $45 billion contingency fund to pay for military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.



Flag Desecration resolution - H.J.Res.10

The House is scheduled to debate a proposal to amend the constitution to prohibit the physical desecration of the U.S. flag.
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June 14, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Confirmation of Janice R. Brown to be U.S. Circuit Judge
* Senate: Confirmation of William H. Pryor to be U.S. Circuit Judge
* House: Agriculture Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Withdrawing from the World Trade Organization

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Energy Policy Act of 2005
* House: Science, State, Justice, and Commerce Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Defense Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: United Nations Reform Act of 2005

Recent Senate Votes
Confirmation of Janice R. Brown to be U.S. Circuit Judge - Vote Confirmed (56-43, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate confirmed California Supreme Court Justice Janice Rogers Brown to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Confirmation of William H. Pryor to be U.S. Circuit Judge - Vote Confirmed (53-45, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate confirmed William H. Pryor to the 11th U.S. Court of Appeals.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Agriculture Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (408-18, 7 Not Voting)

The House passed this $99.6 billion bill funding the Department of Agriculture and the Food and Drug Administration for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Withdrawing from the World Trade Organization - Vote Failed (86-338, 1 Present, 8 Not Voting)

The House rejected this resolution calling for the U.S. to withdraw from the World Trade Organization.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Energy Policy Act of 2005 - H.R.6

The Senate is scheduled to begin work on this House-passed comprehensive energy bill. The debate is expected to last two weeks.



Science, State, Justice, and Commerce Appropriations Act, FY2006 - H.R.2862

The House is scheduled to work on this $57 billion bill funding the Departments of Justice, Commerce and State. It also funds the Federal Communications Commission, the Securities and Exchange Commission and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.



Defense Appropriations Act, FY2006 - H.R.2863

The House is scheduled to move on to this $409 billion bill funding Defense Department activities for the upcoming fiscal year following work on the Science, State, Justice, and Commerce bill. The bill includes a $45 billion contingency fund to pay for military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.



United Nations Reform Act of 2005 - H.R.2745

This House bill would withhold a portion of U.S. dues to the United Nations if certain reforms are not made.
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May 31, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Priscilla Richman Owen to be U.S. Circuit Judge
* Senate: Cloture Vote, John Bolton to be United Nations ambassador
* House: Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act
* House: Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act
* House: Energy and Water Development Appropriations, FY2006
* House: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2006
* House: Military Quality of Life and VA Appropriations, FY2006


Editor's Note: The Senate is in recess until June 6. The House is in recess until June 7.

Recent Senate Votes
Priscilla Richman Owen to be U.S. Circuit Judge - Vote Confirmed (55-43, 1 Present, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate confirmed Texas Supreme Court Justice Priscilla Owen to the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Cloture Vote, John Bolton to be United Nations ambassador - Vote Rejected (56-42, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate rejected this motion to end debate and vote on John Bolton's nomination to be ambassador to the United Nations.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted Not Voting......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act - Vote Passed (238-194, 2 Not Voting)

The House voted to overturn the White House policy prohibiting federal funding of new stem cell lines and to allow nearly 400,000 frozen human embryos to be used for research.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Stem Cell Therapeutic and Research Act - Vote Passed (431-1, 2 Not Voting)

The House approved this $79 million bill to harvest stem cells from umbilical cord blood and create a single databank for researchers to share information.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Energy and Water Development Appropriations, FY2006 - Vote Passed (416-13, 4 Not Voting)

The House approved this $29.7 billion bill funding the Department of Energy for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


National Defense Authorization Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (390-39, 4 Not Voting)

This House bill would authorize $491 billion in defense spending for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Military Quality of Life and VA Appropriations, FY2006 - Vote Passed (425-1, 7 Not Voting)

This $85.2 billion bill would fund military construction projects and the Department of Veterans Affairs for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio

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May 23, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users
* House: Department of Homeland Security Appropriations, FY 2006
* House: Department of the Interior Appropriations Act, FY2006

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Nomination, Priscilla Owen to be U.S. Circuit Judge for the Fifth Circuit
* House: Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2005
* House: Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2006

Recent Senate Votes
Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users - Vote Agreed to (89-11)

The Senate passed this $295 billion bill that would fund transportation projects over the next six years.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Department of Homeland Security Appropriations, FY 2006 - Vote Passed (424-1, 8 Not Voting)

The House passed this $30.1 billion bill funding the Department of Homeland Security for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Department of the Interior Appropriations Act, FY2006 - Vote Passed (329-89, 15 Not Voting)

The House passed this $26.2 billion bill funding the Interior Department and the Environmental Protection Agency for the 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Nomination, Priscilla Owen to be U.S. Circuit Judge for the Fifth Circuit - PN194

In the Senate, a cloture vote on Priscilla Owen’s nomination to the federal bench is scheduled for Tuesday.



Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2005 - H.R.810

This House bill would expand the number of stem cell lines eligible for federally funded research.



Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, FY2006 - H.R.2419

The House is scheduled to vote on this $29.8 billion bill funding energy and water programs for the 2006 fiscal year.



National Defense Authorization Act, FY2006 - H.R.1815

This House bill authorizes $441.6 billion in Department of Defense spending for the upcoming fiscal year. The floor debate might also cover the role of women in combat.


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May 16, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act
* House: Gang Deterrence and Community Protection Act
* House: Faster and Smarter Funding for First Responders Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users
* House: Homeland Security Appropriations Act, FY2006
* House: Homeland Security Authorization Act, FY2006
* House: Interior Appropriations Act, FY2006

Recent Senate Votes
Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act - Vote Agreed to (100-0)

The Senate gave final approval to this $82 billion supplemental spending bill to fund military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Gang Deterrence and Community Protection Act - Vote Passed (279-144, 10 Not Voting)

This House bill is intended to combat street gangs by making gang violence subject to federal law.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Faster and Smarter Funding for First Responders Act - Vote Passed (409-10, 14 Not Voting)

The House approved this bill that would change the formula used to allocate emergency responder funding.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users - H.R.3

The Senate is expected to complete action this week on this $284 billion transportation bill.



Homeland Security Appropriations Act, FY2006 - H.R.2360

The House is scheduled to start off the 2006 appropriations process with this $30.9 billion bill funding the Department of Homeland Security.



Homeland Security Authorization Act, FY2006 - H.R.1817

The House will also consider this Homeland Security authorization bill that sets the spending priorities for the upcoming fiscal year.



Interior Appropriations Act, FY2006 - H.R.2361

The House may also take up this $26.2 billion bill funding the Department of Interior and other environment and conservation programs.
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May 2, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Budget Resolution, FY2006
* House: Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act
* House: Amending the Rules of the House
* House: Budget Resolution, FY2006

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* House: Federal Deposit Insurance Reform Act of 2005
* House: Vocational and Technical Education for the Future Act

Editor's Note: The Senate is in recess until Monday, May 9, 2005.

Recent Senate Votes
Budget Resolution, FY2006 - Vote Agreed to (52-47, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this $2.6 trillion budget resolution conference report outlining spending priorities for the upcoming 2006 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act - Vote Passed (270-157, 7 Not Voting)

The House approved this bill that would prohibit adults from transporting a minor across state lines to obtain an abortion without notifying the minor's parents.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Amending the Rules of the House - Vote Passed (406-20, 1 Present, 7 Not Voting)

The House voted to revert to the rules governing ethics investigations that were in place at the end of the last congress.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Budget Resolution, FY2006 - Vote Passed (214-211, 10 Not Voting)

The House passed a $2.6 trillion budget resolution conference report outlining spending priorities for the upcoming 2006 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Federal Deposit Insurance Reform Act of 2005 - H.R.1185

The House is scheduled to consider this bill that would make adjustments to federal deposit insurance programs to account for inflation.



Vocational and Technical Education for the Future Act - H.R.366

This House bill is intended to strengthen vocational education programs.
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April 25, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: John D. Negroponte to be Director of National Intelligence
* Senate: Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act
* House: Energy Policy Act of 2005

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users
* House: Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act

Recent Senate Votes
John D. Negroponte to be Director of National Intelligence - Vote Confirmed (98-2)

The Senate confirmed John D. Negroponte to be the first national intelligence director.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act - Vote Agreed to (99-0, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate passed an $81.26 billion supplemental spending bill to fund military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Energy Policy Act of 2005 - Vote Passed (249-183, 3 Not Voting)

The House passed this $10 billion energy bill intended to increase domestic production of energy.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users - H.R.3

The Senate is scheduled to begin work this week on the $284 billion transportation bill.



Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act - H.R.748

This House bill would prohibit transporting a minor across state lines to obtain an abortion without notifying the minor’s parents.
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April 18, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* House: Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act
* House: Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act
* House: Energy Policy Act of 2005

Recent House Votes
Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act - Vote Passed (272-162, 1 Not Voting)

This House bill would permanently repeal the estate tax.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act - Vote Passed (302-126, 7 Not Voting)

The House gave final approval to this bill intended to make it harder for people who declare bankruptcy to get out of paying their debts.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act - H.R.1268

The Senate is scheduled to continue working this week on an $80.6 billion supplemental spending bill.



Energy Policy Act of 2005 - H.R.6

The House is set to begin work on Wednesday on this comprehensive energy bill.

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April 12, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Family Planning Amendment

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act
* House: Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005
* House: Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act of 2005

Recent Senate Votes
Family Planning Amendment - Vote Agreed to (52-46, 2 Not Voting)

During consideration of the $34 billion Foreign Affairs Authorization Act, the Senate approved this amendment that would reverse a U.S. policy that prohibits foreign aid from going to organizations that provide or discuss abortion services.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act - H.R.1268

The Senate is scheduled to begin work this week on an $80.6 billion supplemental spending bill.



Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 - S.256

Following the tax bill, the House is set to consider this Senate-passed bankruptcy reform bill.



Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act of 2005 - H.R.8

The House is scheduled to take up this bill to make the estate tax repeal permanent.

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March 14, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005
* House: Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: 2006 Fiscal Year Budget Resolution
* House: Emergency Supplemental Wartime Appropriations Act

Recent Senate Votes
Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 - Vote Passed (74-25, 1 Not Voting)

The Senate approved this bill that would make it harder for people who declare bankruptcy to get out of paying their debts.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users - Vote Passed (417-9, 9 Not Voting)

The House passed this $284 billion bill that would fund transportation projects over the next six years.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
2006 Fiscal Year Budget Resolution - S.Con.Res.18

The Senate and House are set to begin debating 2006 fiscal year budget resolutions this week. Both resolutions are expected to cost around $2.6 trillion. The budget resolution serves as an outline of spending priorities in the appropriations process.



Emergency Supplemental Wartime Appropriations Act - H.R.1268

The House is scheduled to take up this $81.3 billion supplemental spending bill providing funds for tsunami relief and military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.


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March 7, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Congressional Rule Disapproval Re: Beef Importation
* House: Job Training Improvement Act
* House: Continuity in Representation Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005
* House: Transportation Equity Act

Editor's Note: If your state redistricted in the last election, you may need to adjust your subscription.

Recent Senate Votes
Congressional Rule Disapproval Re: Beef Importation - Vote Agreed to (52-46, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate passed a resolution that would overturn a U.S. Department of Agriculture ruling to re-open the border to Canadian cattle and beef imports on March 7.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted NO......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Job Training Improvement Act - Vote Passed (224-200, 9 Not Voting)

The House approved this measure reauthorizing the Workforce Investment Act which provides job training funding.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Continuity in Representation Act - Vote Passed (329-68, 37 Not Voting)

This House bill calls for states to hold special elections within 49 days if a catastrophic event kills more than 100 members of the House.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 - S.256

The Senate is scheduled to continue considering this bill this week that would overhaul the nation’s bankruptcy laws. Two minimum wage amendments are on the schedule for late Monday.



Transportation Equity Act - H.R.3

The House is set to take up this $284 billion bill funding transportation programs.

 

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February 22, 2005

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2005
* House: Broadcast Decency Enforcement Act
* House: Class Action Fairness Act


Editor's Note: The Senate and House are in recess this week for the Presidents’ Day holiday.

Reminder: You may need to update your subscription if your state redistricted in the last election.

Recent Senate Votes
Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2005 - Vote Passed (98-0, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate approved this measure barring employers and insurance providers from discriminating against people on the basis of genetic information.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted Not Voting......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio

Recent House Votes
Broadcast Decency Enforcement Act - Vote Passed (389-38, 6 Not Voting)

The House voted to raise the maximum fine for indecent radio and television broadcasts to $500,000.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Class Action Fairness Act - Vote Passed (279-149, 6 Not Voting)

The House gave final approval to this bill that changes the rules governing class-action lawsuits.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
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December 13, 2004

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: National Intelligence Reform Act
* House: Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act


Editor's Note: The 108th Congress has adjourned sine die. The 109th Congress is scheduled to convene on January 4, 2005.

Recent Senate Votes
National Intelligence Reform Act - Vote Passed (89-2, 9 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this intelligence reform bill that will shift authority over the nation’s 15 intelligence agencies to a Director of National Intelligence.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act - Vote Passed (336-75, 22 Not Voting)

The House approved this intelligence reform bill that will shift authority over the nation’s 15 intelligence agencies to a Director of National Intelligence.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
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November 22, 2004

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Debt Limit Extension Act
* Senate: Consolidated Appropriations Act Conference Report
* House: Debt Limit Extension Act
* House: Commercial Space Launch Amendments Act
* House: Consolidated Appropriations Act Conference Report


Recent Senate Votes
Debt Limit Extension Act - Vote Passed (52-44, 1 Present, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate approved this bill allowing the Treasury Department to borrow an additional $800 billion above the current debt limit.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Consolidated Appropriations Act Conference Report - Vote Agreed to (65-30, 5 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to the $388 billion omnibus spending package that combines the final nine 2005 appropriations bills.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Debt Limit Extension Act - Vote Passed (208-204, 21 Not Voting)

The House gave final approval to a bill allowing the Treasury Department to borrow an additional $800 billion above the current debt limit.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Commercial Space Launch Amendments Act - Vote Passed (269-120, 43 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill which would allow citizens to book passage on private flights into outer space.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Consolidated Appropriations Act Conference Report - Vote Passed (344-51, 1 Present, 37 Not Voting)

The House passed this $388 billion omnibus spending package that combines the final nine 2005 appropriations bills.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
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October 18, 2004

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Jumpstart Our Business Strength (JOBS) Act


Editor's Note: The Senate and House are in recess until after the election. Both chambers are currently scheduled to reconvene the week of November 15. The leadership has advised that if the conference committee on the intelligence reform proposal is completed prior to that date, Members will be called back earlier.

Recent Senate Votes
Jumpstart Our Business Strength (JOBS) Act - Vote Agreed to (69-17, 1 Present, 13 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this bill that creates $138 billion in tax breaks for manufacturers and repeals a domestic tax break that the World Trade Organization ruled is an illegal export subsidy.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted Not Voting......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
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October 11, 2004

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: National Intelligence Reform Act of 2004
* House: Internet Spyware (I-SPY) Prevention Act
* House: American Jobs Creation Act
* House: 9/11 Recommendations Implementation Act

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: American Jobs Creation Act

Recent Senate Votes
National Intelligence Reform Act of 2004 - Vote Passed (96-2, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate overwhelmingly approved this bill that restructures the intelligence community and places nonmilitary intelligence agencies—including the FBI and CIA—under the control of a national intelligence director.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Internet Spyware (I-SPY) Prevention Act - Vote Passed (415-0, 17 Not Voting)

This House bill would ban "spyware" software that monitors a person’s Internet activity.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


American Jobs Creation Act - Vote Passed (280-141, 12 Not Voting)

The House approved the conference report for this bill that would create $145 billion in new tax breaks for manufacturers and repeal a domestic tax break that the World Trade Organization ruled is an illegal export subsidy.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


9/11 Recommendations Implementation Act - Vote Passed (282-134, 17 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that addresses issues raised by the 9/11 Commission and adds immigration reforms not found in the Senate version of the bill.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
American Jobs Creation Act - H.R.4520

The Senate is expected to complete action on this bill early this week and then adjourn until after the election. To secure support for a final vote on the bill, Majority Leader Bill Frist has promised votes on bills concerning the Food and Drug Administration’s regulation of tobacco and blocking the Labor Department’s proposed overtime rules.

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September 20, 2004

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Homeland Security Appropriations Act, FY2005
* House: Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act
* House: Congressional Pay Raise

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Military Construction Appropriations Act, FY2005
* Senate: Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, FY2005
* House: Transportation/Treasury Appropriations Act, FY2005
* House: Pledge Protection Act of 2004

Recent Senate Votes
Homeland Security Appropriations Act, FY2005 - Vote Passed (93-0, 7 Not Voting)

The Senate passed a $36 billion bill funding homeland security efforts for the 2005 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act - Vote Passed (229-174, 30 Not Voting)

This House bill is intended to reduce the amount of frivolous lawsuits.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Congressional Pay Raise - Vote Passed (235-170, 28 Not Voting)

By approving this procedural motion to debate the Transportation and Treasury appropriations bill, Congress voted to give itself a $4,000 pay raise next year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Military Construction Appropriations Act, FY2005 - H.R.4837

The Senate is scheduled to complete action on this $10 billion bill funding military construction, family housing and base realignment and closures for the 2005 fiscal year.



Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, FY2005 - H.R.4755

Following completion of the Military Construction bill, the Senate is set to take up the $2.5 billion bill funding Legislative branch operations for the 2005 fiscal year.



Transportation/Treasury Appropriations Act, FY2005 - H.R.5025

The House is scheduled to continue working on this $89.9 billion bill funding the departments of Transportation and the Treasury.



Pledge Protection Act of 2004 - H.R.2028

This House bill would remove cases related to the Pledge of Allegiance from Federal courts.


American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
September 13, 2004

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* House: Departments of Labor, HHS and Education Appropriations Act, FY2005

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, FY2005
* House: Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2004
* House: Transportation, Treasury, and Independent Agencies Appropriations Act, FY2005

Recent House Votes
Departments of Labor, HHS and Education Appropriations Act, FY2005 - Vote Passed (388-13, 32 Not Voting)

The House approved this $142.5 billion bill funding the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services and Education for the 2005 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, FY2005 - H.R.4567

The Senate is scheduled to continue work on this $32 billion bill funding the Department of Homeland Security for the 2005 fiscal year.



Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2004 - H.R.4571

This House bill would require judges to impose sanctions against plaintiffs and attorneys who file frivolous lawsuits.



Transportation, Treasury, and Independent Agencies Appropriations Act, FY2005 - H.R.5025

The House is scheduled to begin consideration of this $90 billion bill funding the Departments of Transportation and the Treasury for the 2005 fiscal year.

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MegaVote
September 20, 2004

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Homeland Security Appropriations Act, FY2005
* House: Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act
* House: Congressional Pay Raise

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Military Construction Appropriations Act, FY2005
* Senate: Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, FY2005
* House: Transportation/Treasury Appropriations Act, FY2005
* House: Pledge Protection Act of 2004

Recent Senate Votes
Homeland Security Appropriations Act, FY2005 - Vote Passed (93-0, 7 Not Voting)

The Senate passed a $36 billion bill funding homeland security efforts for the 2005 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act - Vote Passed (229-174, 30 Not Voting)

This House bill is intended to reduce the amount of frivolous lawsuits.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Congressional Pay Raise - Vote Passed (235-170, 28 Not Voting)

By approving this procedural motion to debate the Transportation and Treasury appropriations bill, Congress voted to give itself a $4,000 pay raise next year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Military Construction Appropriations Act, FY2005 - H.R.4837

The Senate is scheduled to complete action on this $10 billion bill funding military construction, family housing and base realignment and closures for the 2005 fiscal year.



Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, FY2005 - H.R.4755

Following completion of the Military Construction bill, the Senate is set to take up the $2.5 billion bill funding Legislative branch operations for the 2005 fiscal year.



Transportation/Treasury Appropriations Act, FY2005 - H.R.5025

The House is scheduled to continue working on this $89.9 billion bill funding the departments of Transportation and the Treasury.



Pledge Protection Act of 2004 - H.R.2028

This House bill would remove cases related to the Pledge of Allegiance from Federal courts.
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MegaVote
July 26, 2004

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: United States-Morocco Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
* Senate: Department of Defense Appropriations, FY2005
* House: Marriage Protection Act of 2004
* House: United States-Morocco Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
* House: Department of Defense Appropriations, FY2005


Editor's Note: The Senate and House are in recess until Tuesday, September 7th. The Democratic National Convention is scheduled for July 26-29. The Republican National Convention is scheduled for August 30-September 2.

Recent Senate Votes
United States-Morocco Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act - Vote Passed (85-13, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate approved this bi-lateral, free trade pact with Morocco, the first of its kind with an African nation.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Department of Defense Appropriations, FY2005 - Vote Passed (96-0, 4 Not Voting)

The Senate unanimously passed the $417.5 billion conference report funding the Defense Department for the 2005 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Marriage Protection Act of 2004 - Vote Passed (233-194, 8 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that would prevent federal courts from ruling on challenges to the Defense of Marriage Act.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


United States-Morocco Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act - Vote Passed (323-99, 12 Not Voting)

The House gave final approval to this bi-lateral, free trade pact with Morocco, clearing the measure for the President.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Department of Defense Appropriations, FY2005 - Vote Passed (410-12, 12 Not Voting)

The House passed the $417.5 billion conference report funding the Defense Department for the 2005 fiscal year, clearing the measure for the President.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
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MegaVote
July 19, 2004

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Cloture Motion; Federal Marriage Amendment
* Senate: United States-Australia Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
* House: Agriculture Appropriations Act, FY2005
* House: United States-Australia Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act
* House: Project BioShield Act
* House: Foreign Operations Appropriations Act, FY2005

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Department of Defense Appropriations Act, FY2005
* House: District of Columbia Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2005
* House: Military Construction Appropriations Act, FY2005
* House: Marriage Protection Act
* House: United States-Morocco Free Trade Implementation Act

Recent Senate Votes
Cloture Motion; Federal Marriage Amendment - Vote Rejected (48-50, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate rejected this procedural motion to end debate of the marriage amendment and move to a final vote.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


United States-Australia Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act - Vote Passed (80-16, 4 Not Voting)

The Senate gave final approval to this bi-lateral, free trade pact with Australia, clearing the measure for the President.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Agriculture Appropriations Act, FY2005 - Vote Passed (389-31, 13 Not Voting)

The House approved this $16.77 billion bill funding the Department of Agriculture for the 2005 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


United States-Australia Free Trade Agreement Implementation Act - Vote Passed (314-109, 1 Present, 9 Not Voting)

The House approved this bi-lateral, free trade pact with Australia.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Project BioShield Act - Vote Passed (414-2, 17 Not Voting)

The House gave final approval to this $5.6 billion bill that encourages development of vaccines and antidotes to biological warfare agents.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Foreign Operations Appropriations Act, FY2005 - Vote Passed (365-41, 27 Not Voting)

The House passed this $19.4 billion bill that funds foreign aid programs for the 2005 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Department of Defense Appropriations Act, FY2005 - H.R.4613

Both chambers may take up the conference report for this $418 billion bill that funds defense activities for the 2005 fiscal year.



District of Columbia Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2005 - H.R.__

The House is scheduled to vote on this $560 million bill that funds the city of Washington, DC for the 2005 fiscal year.



Military Construction Appropriations Act, FY2005 - H.R.4837

This $10 billion House bill would fund military construction projects, such as military base improvements and troop housing, for the 2005 fiscal year.



Marriage Protection Act - H.R.3313

This House bill would prohibit federal courts from ruling on questions pertaining to the Defense of Marriage Act.



United States-Morocco Free Trade Implementation Act - H.R.4842

The House is set to take up this bi-lateral, free trade agreement with Morocco that is similar to the Australia agreement.
American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
July 12, 2004

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Leon Holmes Confirmation
* Senate: Cloture Motion; Class Action Fairness Act of 2004
* House: Commerce, Justice, State, and Judiciary Appropriations Act, FY2005

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: Federal Marriage Amendment
* Senate: Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, FY2005
* House: Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, FY2005
* House: Agriculture Appropriations Act, FY2005
* House: Project Bioshield Act of 2004
* House: United States-Australia Free Trade Implementation Act

Recent Senate Votes
Leon Holmes Confirmation - Vote Confirmed (51-46, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate approved the nomination of Leon Holmes to a U.S. District Court position in eastern Arkansas.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Cloture Motion; Class Action Fairness Act of 2004 - Vote Rejected (44-43, 13 Not Voting)

A bipartisan effort to change the rules governing class-action lawsuits was defeated when the Senate failed to invoke cloture.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted Not Voting......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Commerce, Justice, State, and Judiciary Appropriations Act, FY2005 - Vote Passed (397-18, 18 Not Voting)

The House approved this $39.8 billion bill funding the Departments of Commerce, State and Justice for the 2005 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
Federal Marriage Amendment - S.J.Res.40

The Senate is scheduled to begin debating this constitutional amendment relating to marriage.



Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, FY2005 - S.2537

Following the marriage amendment debate, the Senate may take up this $32 billion bill funding homeland security for the 2005 fiscal year.



Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, FY2005 - H.R.4755

The House has a busy appropriations week scheduled beginning with this $2.75 billion bill that would fund legislative branch operations for the 2005 fiscal year.



Agriculture Appropriations Act, FY2005 - H.R.4766

This $16.8 billion bill funds the Department of Agriculture and related agencies for the 2005 fiscal year. The version that came out of the committee would allow for prescription drug reimportation.



Project Bioshield Act of 2004 - S.15

The House is scheduled to consider this Senate bill that is intended to combat bioterrorism. The Senate passed the bill in May (Roll Call 99).



United States-Australia Free Trade Implementation Act - H.R.4759

This trade bill would reduce or eliminate tariffs and duties on a wide variety of goods and services exchanged between the U.S. and Australia. The Free Trade Agreement, which requires congressional approval, was agreed upon by the two nations on May 18, 2004.

 

American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
June 28, 2004

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Broadcast Decency Enforcement Act
* Senate: National Defense Authorization Act, FY2005
* Senate: Department of Defense Appropriations Act, FY2005
* House: Department of Defense Appropriations Act, FY2005
* House: Spending Control Act


Editor's Note: The Senate and House are in recess until Tuesday, July 6.

Recent Senate Votes
Broadcast Decency Enforcement Act - Vote Agreed to (99-1)

The Senate voted to add this bill increasing Federal Communications Commission fines for indecent broadcasts to the Defense Authorization bill.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


National Defense Authorization Act, FY2005 - Vote Passed (97-0, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate completed more than a month’s work on this $447 billion bill authorizing defense expenditures for the 2005 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Department of Defense Appropriations Act, FY2005 - Vote Passed (98-0, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate unanimously passed this $416 billion bill funding the Defense Department for the 2005 fiscal year.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Department of Defense Appropriations Act, FY2005 - Vote Passed (403-17, 13 Not Voting)

The House passed this $417 billion bill funding the Defense Department for the 2005 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Spending Control Act - Vote Failed (146-268, 19 Not Voting)

The House rejected this move by conservatives to cap spending on entitlement programs and discretionary spending.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio

 

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MegaVote

May 24, 2004

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Project BioShield Act
* House: Congressional Budget for the U.S. Government for FY 2005
* House: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005
* House: Child Credit Preservation and Expansion Act


Editor's Note: The Senate and House are in recess until June 1, 2004.

Recent Senate Votes
Project BioShield Act - Vote Passed (99-0, 1 Not Voting)

This bill approves $5.6 billion to develop and stockpile vaccines and antidotes to biological warfare agents.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Congressional Budget for the U.S. Government for FY 2005 - Vote Passed (216-213, 5 Not Voting)

The House passed this conference report for a budget resolution outlining $2.4 trillion in spending for the 2005 fiscal year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005 - Vote Passed (391-34, 9 Not Voting)

The House passed a $422 billion bill authorizing defense spending for the 2005 fiscal year, an increase of $21 billion from last year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Child Credit Preservation and Expansion Act - Vote Passed (271-139, 23 Not Voting)

The House voted to permanently extend the $1,000 child tax credit.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio

American Postal Workers Union
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MegaVote
May 17, 2004

In this MegaVote for Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District:


Recent Congressional Votes -
* Senate: Jumpstart Our Business Strength (JOBS) Act
* Senate: Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act
* House: Providing for the disposition of unused health benefits
* House: HEALTH Act of 2004
* House: Permanently extending the 10-percent tax rate bracket
* House: Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2004

Upcoming Congressional Bills -
* Senate: National Defense Authorization Act
* Senate: Project BioShield Act
* House: National Defense Authorization Act
* House: Child Credit Preservation and Expansion Act

Recent Senate Votes
Jumpstart Our Business Strength (JOBS) Act - Vote Passed (92-5, 3 Not Voting)

The Senate passed this bill that creates nearly $180 billion in tax breaks for manufacturers and repeals a domestic tax break that the World Trade Organization deemed an illegal export subsidy.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act - Vote Passed (95-3, 2 Not Voting)

The Senate voted to increase special education funding by more than $2 billion a year over the next seven years and allow schools more freedom in disciplining disabled students.

Sen. Arlen Specter voted YES......send e-mail or see bio
Sen. Rick Santorum voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Recent House Votes
Providing for the disposition of unused health benefits - Vote Passed (272-152, 8 Not Voting)

This House bill would allow people who put money into flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to transfer up to $500 to a health savings account or roll it over to the next year.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


HEALTH Act of 2004 - Vote Passed (229-196, 7 Not Voting)

The House passed this medical malpractice reform bill that would place limits on non-economic damages and lawyers’ fees.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Permanently extending the 10-percent tax rate bracket - Vote Passed (343-76, 13 Not Voting)

This bill would make permanent a 2001 tax code revision that lowered the 15 percent tax bracket to 10 percent.

Rep. Tim Holden voted YES......send e-mail or see bio


Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2004 - Vote Passed (252-161, 1 Present, 18 Not Voting)

This House bill would allow small businesses to band together and purchase health insurance through large trade associations.

Rep. Tim Holden voted NO......send e-mail or see bio


Upcoming Votes
National Defense Authorization Act - S.2400

The Senate is scheduled to begin work on this bill that authorizes defense expenditures for the 2005 fiscal year. The Senate version supports a new round of base closures.



Project BioShield Act - S.15

A Tuesday vote is scheduled for this Senate bill that would fund commercial research into bioterrorism countermeasures.



National Defense Authorization Act - H.R.4200

The House is scheduled to begin work on their version of this bill authorizing defense spending for the 2005 fiscal year. The Armed Services Committee approved a two-year delay of the next round of base closures.



Child Credit Preservation and Expansion Act - H.R.4359

This House bill would make permanent the child tax credit increases that were enacted in 2001 and 2003.