Statements and posts
10 press releases and posts, newest first.
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ICYMI: Boyle Unveils New Legislation to Support Firefighter Health and Wellness
Introduced bipartisan bill creating federal tax credit for firefighter health programs.
“Firefighters put their lives and their health on the line every single day to protect us.”
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Today, Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02) announced new federal legislation to establish a national commission charged with planning the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States Constitution in 2037.
“I distinctly remember the bicentennial of our Constitution being celebrated here in Philadelphia in 1987. It was a massive event, and I look forward to ensuring that 2037 will be at least as significant as 2026 and 1987.”
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Today, Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02) held a press conference outside the Northeast Philadelphia Satellite Election Office, calling on Congress to urgently pass H.R. 8666, the Vote by Mail Protection Act, to stop President Trump’s…
“We are now exactly eight weeks from what perhaps may be one of the most consequential congressional elections in our lifetime. There are many people throughout the nation who vote by mail, including President Donald Trump.”
Mentions H.R. 8666
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Boyle, Bynum Introduce Back-to-School Supplies Affordability Act
Today, Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02) and Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-05) introduced the Back-to-School Supplies Affordability Act to lower the cost of school supplies for students and teachers.
“Like families across the country, my wife and I felt the sticker shock when we went back-to-school shopping this year.”
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Boyle Announces $13.3 Million in Federal Funding to Modernize SEPTA Regional Rail Fleet
Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02) today announced that the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) will receive $13,263,248 in federal funding to support the replacement of its aging Silverliner IV Regional Rail cars.
“Regional Rail is essential for thousands of people across Philadelphia and Southeastern Pennsylvania.”
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Pennsylvania Democratic Congressional Delegation Statement on U.S. v. McIver
Members of Congress must be able to conduct legitimate oversight of the Executive Branch without fear of criminal retaliation.
“This ruling sets a dangerous precedent. Members of Congress must be able to conduct legitimate oversight of the Executive Branch without fear of criminal retaliation. Weaponizing the Justice Department against lawmakers for doing their jobs threatens the checks and balances at the heart of our democracy. This case is…”
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Today, Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02) announced the Back-to-School Supplies Affordability Act, legislation to lower the cost of school supplies for students and teachers.
“My wife and I were shocked when we discovered this firsthand just last week when we were buying a new lunchbox for our daughter.”
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Today, Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02) sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio demanding a formal investigation into the harassment and detention of Mr. Hussein Jabarin, a U.S. citizen and constituent.
“While I am relieved that Mr. Jabarin was eventually released from Israeli custody on August 16, 2026, I am horrified by how he and his family were apparently treated by these Israeli settlers and authorities over the past week.”
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Boyle Statement on the 91st Anniversary of Social Security
But 91 years after its creation, Republicans in Washington are still trying to break Social Security’s sacred promise.
“Social Security is the greatest anti-poverty program in American history. But 91 years after its creation, Republicans in Washington are still trying to break Social Security’s sacred promise. After passing the largest health care cuts in our nation’s history, Speaker Johnson now says he has a ‘plan’ to cut Social…”
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Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee, joined Philadelphia health research leaders to oppose the Trump Administration’s cuts to programs at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and the…
“This funding isn't partisan, nor is it controversial. It represents exactly what our federal government should be doing, creating jobs and saving lives by funding critical medical research.”