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)