Press Releases
Reschenthaler, Blunt Rochester Introduce Clean Slate Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA) and Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE) reintroduced the Clean Slate Act, legislation they also collaborated on in the 116th Congress. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Joni Ernst (R-IA) introduced the Senate companion bill earlier this week. The bill's introduction coincides with National Reentry Week and "Second Chance" Month. The bipartisan and bicameral Clean Slate Act will give more than 70 million Americans with low-level … Continue Reading
April 22, 2021
Reschenthaler Opposes Democrats’ Unconstitutional D.C. Statehood Power Grab
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressmen Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) voted no on H.R. 51, Congressional Democrats' unconstitutional power grab to make the District of Columbia (D.C.) a state. The bill passed on a party-line vote of 216-208 and now heads to the Senate for consideration. "Congressional Democrats' scheme to admit D.C. as the 51st state is nothing more than an unconstitutional power grab to gain two ultra-progressive seats in the Senate and force their radical, far-left policies on the … Continue Reading
April 15, 2021
Reschenthaler, Waltz Lead Roundtable Discussion on China’s Human Rights Abuses, Beijing Olympics Boycott Movement
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressmen Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) and Mike Waltz (FL-06) led a roundtable discussion on the human rights abuses committed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and the movement to boycott the 2022 Olympics in Beijing. They were joined by former U.S. Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich, former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley, Congressman Tom Malinowski (NJ-07), and members of eight human rights organizations. "By participating in the Beijing games, … Continue Reading
April 01, 2021
Reps. Reschenthaler, Titus Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Repeal Excise Tax on Legal Sports Bets
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) and Dina Titus (NV-1), Co-Chairs of the Congressional Gaming Caucus, introduced bipartisan legislation to repeal the 0.25% excise tax placed on all legal sports bets, known as the "handle tax." Certain types of sports betting, including betting on horse racing and sports betting operated by state lotteries, are already exempt from the handle tax. Businesses that pay the excise tax must also pay an annual $50 per-employee tax on … Continue Reading
April 01, 2021
Reschenthaler, Kuster Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Facilitate Simulation Technology Workforce Training
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) joined with Congresswoman Ann Kuster (NH-02) to introduce the Simulation and Innovation Machine for Up-Leveling the American Technology Economy (SIMULATE) Act. This legislation authorizes the Department of Defense (DOD) to establish a nationwide training and certification program in simulation technology. "By facilitating training opportunities in simulation technology, the SIMULATE Act will increase our nation's expertise and … Continue Reading
March 23, 2021
Reschenthaler, Toomey, Casey, Joyce Announce U.S. Coast Guard Recognition of Arnold Palmer
WASHINGTON, PA - Today, Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) joined with U.S. Senators Pat Toomey and Bob Casey and Congressman John Joyce (PA-13) to announce the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) is renaming a wing of the Training Center (TRACEN) Petaluma schoolhouse as the Arnold D. Palmer Professional Annex. "Throughout his lifetime, Arnold Palmer represented southwestern Pennsylvania's values and inspired millions of people both on and off the golf course," said Congressman Reschenthaler. "As a … Continue Reading
March 18, 2021
Reschenthaler Opposes Mass Amnesty Bill That Exacerbates Biden’s Border Crisis
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) released the following statement regarding his no vote on H.R. 6, which would create a pathway to citizenship for illegal immigrants while doing nothing to address President Biden's self-made crisis at the border. "As record numbers of illegal immigrants pour across our southern border, House Democrats passed a bill that will further incentivize illegal immigration and worsen the Biden border crisis. H.R. 6 creates a pathway to … Continue Reading
March 16, 2021
Reschenthaler, McCaul, Cuellar Reintroduce the Promoting US International Leadership in 5G Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA), House Foreign Affairs Committee Lead Republican Michael McCaul (R-TX), and Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-TX) reintroduced the Promoting US International Leadership in 5G Act. The bill provides increased cooperation between the U.S. and our allies to identify and counter security risks posed by Chinese Communist Party-linked companies in 5G. In addition, the bill requires the State Department to develop a diplomatic strategy to increase … Continue Reading
March 11, 2021
Reschenthaler Votes to Defend Second Amendment Rights
WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week, Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) defended law-abiding Americans' Second Amendment rights by opposing H.R. 8 and H.R. 1446. H.R. 8 would criminalize common practices among gun owners while failing to prevent criminals from obtaining firearms, while H.R. 1446 would allow the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to indefinitely delay legal firearm purchases. Both bills passed the House by near party-line votes. "House Democrats' draconian gun control bills … Continue Reading
March 10, 2021
Reschenthaler’s Statement on Opposing Final Passage of Democrats’ Payoff to Progressives
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) released the following statement on his vote against the Senate Amendment to H.R. 1319, Congressional Democrats' Payoff to Progressives package. The legislation narrowly passed the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 220-211 and is expected to be signed into law by President Joe Biden in the coming days. "Democrats now admit this legislation is, in the words of White House Chief of Staff Ron Klain, ‘the most progressive … Continue Reading
March 04, 2021
Reschenthaler Reintroduces Bill to Make College More Affordable for National Guard and Reserve Servicemembers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) recently joined with Congressmen G.T. Thompson (PA-15), Tim Ryan (OH-13), and David Trone (MD-06) to reintroduce the Improving College Affordability for Our Guard and Reserve Act. This bipartisan legislation will provide more educational opportunities for our nation's National Guardsmen and reserve personnel by allowing them to claim independent student status when applying for federal student aid. "Our nation relies heavily on our … Continue Reading
March 03, 2021
Reschenthaler Votes Against Democrats’ Electoral Power Grab
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) voted no on H.R. 1, House Democrats' "For the Politicians Act." The legislation passed the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 220 to 210. "H.R. 1, Congressional Democrats' most pressing priority, is nothing more than a top-down federal power grab that federalizes our elections and ensures a permanent Democrat majority. "Our Constitution grants state legislatures the primary role in establishing election law and … Continue Reading
February 26, 2021
Reschenthaler, McCaul Introduce Legislation to Combat Predatory Organ Trafficking
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) joined with House Foreign Affairs Committee Lead Republican Michael McCaul (TX-10) to introduce the Stop Predatory Organ Trafficking Act. This legislation authorizes the Secretary of State and Secretary of Homeland Security to deny a visa or admission into the United States to individuals who engage in organ trafficking. "Too many people throughout the world, especially vulnerable populations and oppressed minorities like the … Continue Reading
February 25, 2021
Reschenthaler Honors Sacrifice of Pennsylvania’s 14th Quartermaster Detachment During Operation Desert Storm
WASHINGTON, PA - Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) released the following statement recognizing the service and sacrifice of the 14th Quartermaster Detachment of the United States Army Reserve during Operation Desert Storm. Today marks the 30th anniversary of the Iraqi-launched SCUD missile attack, which killed 28 soldiers and wounded 99 others. The 14th Quartermaster Detachment, based in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, lost 13 soldiers and 43 others were wounded, the greatest number of … Continue Reading
February 24, 2021
Reschenthaler, Waltz, and Katko Introduce Resolution Urging a Boycott of the 2022 Winter Olympics in China
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representatives Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14), Michael Waltz (FL-6), and lead Republican for the House Committee on Homeland Security John Katko (NY-24) recently introduced a resolution urging the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to rebid the 2022 Winter Olympics hosted in Beijing, China. Additionally, if the Games are not moved, the legislation calls for the United States to lead an international boycott of the 2022 Winter Olympic Games. "As the Chinese Communist … Continue Reading
February 22, 2021
Reschenthaler Reintroduces Bipartisan END Child Exploitation Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representatives Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14), Anthony Gonzalez (OH-16), Annie Kuster (NH-02), and Lucy McBath (GA-06), along with U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), reintroduced the END Child Exploitation Act. This legislation extends the period of time that technology companies are required to preserve information about child sexual abuse images they report to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). "The … Continue Reading
February 18, 2021
Reschenthaler Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Prevent Opioid Addiction
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Representatives Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA), David Trone (D-MD), Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-NM), and David McKinley (R-WV) introduced the bipartisan Opioid Patients' Right to Know Act to prevent opioid addiction in medical patients across the country. "Too many lives have been cut short by the opioid crisis, which continues to wreak havoc on families and communities in southwestern Pennsylvania and throughout the country," said Rep. Reschenthaler. "I'm proud to join with … Continue Reading
February 18, 2021
Reschenthaler Introduces Taiwan Invasion Prevention Act to Support our Ally Against Communist China’s Aggression
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) introduced the Taiwan Invasion Prevention Act, sponsored by Senator Rick Scott (FL) in the Senate, to protect Taiwan from Communist China's growing aggression. The Taiwan Invasion Prevention Act further reinforces the U.S.-Taiwan relationship and strengthens Taiwan's ability to resist Communist China's aggressive policies and military actions. As a member of the Congressional Taiwan Caucus, Congressman Reschenthaler introduced … Continue Reading
February 03, 2021
Reschenthaler Opposes Democrats’ Partisan Budget Maneuver
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) voted against H. Con. Res. 11, Congressional Democrats' partisan Fiscal Year 2021 budget resolution. The resolution narrowly passed the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 218 to 212, with two Democrats joining all Republicans in opposition. Passage of a budget resolution is the first step in the budget reconciliation process, the fast-track tool President Joe Biden and Congressional Democrats are using to pass a wasteful … Continue Reading
February 01, 2021
Reschenthaler Introduces Bill to Defund EcoHealth Alliance
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Last night, Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) announced on Fox News' "The Next Revolution with Steve Hilton" that he recently introduced the Defund EcoHealth Alliance Act (H.R. 591). This legislation prohibits EcoHealth Alliance, an organization that sent American taxpayer dollars to the Wuhan Institute of Virology (WIV), a suspected epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic, from receiving federal funding. Further, the bill requires the U.S. Government Accountability Office to … Continue Reading