Press Releases
Reschenthaler Opposes Federal Power Grab of Electoral Process
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) released the following statement on his vote against H.R. 1, the so-called "For the People Act:""H.R. 1 is the opposite of a bill ‘For the People.' Rather, it is a bill against the peoples' right to have their voices heard. This legislation is nothing more than a Democrat attempt to rig elections."This bill forces taxpayers to fund campaigns and candidates they don't support. It includes a 6:1 government match, meaning for every $200 … Continue Reading
February 28, 2019
Congressman Reschenthaler Announces Opening of District Offices
Congressman Reschenthaler (PA-14) recently opened district offices to serve the constituents of Pennsylvania's 14th Congressional District. "I look forward to engaging with my constituents directly and through my excellent district staff in Greensburg and Washington, PA. Our team assists those throughout the district with applications, casework, and navigating the federal agencies such as the VA and Social Security," stated Reschenthaler.The district office in Washington, PA is located at 14 … Continue Reading
February 27, 2019
Reschenthaler Opposes H.R. 8, Protects Second Amendment
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) defended law-abiding Americans' Second Amendment rights by opposing H.R. 8, a bill that would require onerous federal background checks on almost all private gun transfers. Despite strong Republican opposition, H.R. 8 passed the House by a vote of 240 to 190, and now heads to the Senate for consideration. "I was in high school when Columbine happened. Like all Americans, I want to prevent gun violence in our communities. However, … Continue Reading
February 27, 2019
Reschenthaler Supports Legislation to Preserve Pennsylvania Lands
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Last night, Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) voted in support of a bipartisan, bicameral package of public lands bills, including legislation to permanently reauthorize the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). The Natural Resources Management Act (S. 47) passed the House by a vote of 363 to 62, and now heads to the president's desk for signature."I am proud to support this legislation that will benefit hunters, anglers, and anyone else who appreciates the outdoors," … Continue Reading
February 26, 2019
Reschenthaler Opposes Democratic Showmanship, Supports Emergency Declaration at the Southern Border
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) opposed H.J.Res. 46, the Democrats' futile effort to block President Donald J. Trump's declaration of a national emergency at our southern border. President Trump has already indicated that should this resolution come to his desk, he would veto it."The most important job of the federal government is to protect its citizens. By refusing to fund the border infrastructure necessary to keep Americans safe, Congressional Democrats … Continue Reading
February 25, 2019
Reschenthaler Fights to Protect Abortion Survivors, Stop Infanticide
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Tonight, Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) furthered Republican efforts to force a vote on H.R. 962, the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, which protects babies born alive after failed abortions. This marks the seventh time Democrats have said no to protecting these children and stopping infanticide. "This should not be a partisan issue. It is time for Democrats to show us whether they stand against infanticide or if they think leaving babies to die after … Continue Reading
February 08, 2019
Reschenthaler Criticizes Partisan Showmanship During Whitaker Hearing
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) criticized the partisan showmanship that dominated much of the Democratic questioning of Acting Attorney General Matthew G. Whitaker during today's hearing of the House Judiciary Committee. The hearing, which was billed as an opportunity for members to hear more about the important work being done at the Department of Justice, was instead used by Democratic members of the committee to assassinate Mr. Whitaker's character and make … Continue Reading
February 07, 2019
Reschenthaler Defends Second Amendment During House Judiciary Committee Hearing
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) defended law-abiding Americans' Second Amendment rights during a hearing held by the House Judiciary Committee. The hearing focused on House Democrats' push to enact more gun control measures, including an assault weapons ban and H.R. 8, a bill that would require onerous federal background checks on almost all private gun transfers."As a lifelong resident of southwestern Pennsylvania and a gun owner myself, I know that the … Continue Reading
February 05, 2019
Congressman Reschenthaler's Statement on President Trump’s State of the Union
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Reschenthaler released the following statement on President Trump's State of the Union address:"Tonight, President Trump laid out an inspiring vision of American exceptionalism. I support President Trump's challenge to Congress to cast aside partisan, political pandering and get to work for the American people. I am ready to work across the aisle on common sense, bipartisan solutions to reform our broken immigration system, protect American workers, rebuild … Continue Reading
January 24, 2019
PA Republicans Vote to Pay Federal Employees
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, every member of the Pennsylvania Republican Congressional Delegation supported an amendment to pay Department of Homeland Security employees for their work to date. This includes Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) employees and members of the U.S. Coast Guard, essential employees working without pay during the partial government shutdown.Pennsylvania Republicans voted on three separate occasions over the past week to pay federal employees the paychecks they … Continue Reading
January 24, 2019
Congressman Reschenthaler Named to Judiciary Subcommittees
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) was officially selected to serve on the following subcommittees of the influential House Committee on the Judiciary: • Courts, Intellectual Property & the Internet• Crime, Terrorism, & Homeland Security • Constitution, Civil Rights & Civil Liberties Congressman Reschenthaler's experience serving in the U.S. Navy Judge Advocate General Corps, where he prosecuted terrorists in Iraq and helped defend and acquit three Navy … Continue Reading
January 23, 2019
Congressman Reschenthaler to Serve on Judiciary, Foreign Affairs Committees
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Reschenthaler was recently selected to serve on the influential House Committees on the Judiciary and Foreign Affairs."Committees are an important part of the legislative process," Reschenthaler said. "I'm honored to have been appointed to the House Committees on the Judiciary and Foreign Affairs, and I look forward to bringing my perspective to the issues before these committees."Congressman Reschenthaler's experience serving in the US Navy Judge Advocate … Continue Reading
January 08, 2019
Congressman Reschenthaler’s Statement on President Trump’s Address to the Nation
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Reschenthaler released the following statement on President Trump's Address to the Nation:"It is past time for Congressional Democrats to work on a bipartisan funding bill with President Trump that will open the government, get federal employees back to work, and provide much needed investment to address the security and humanitarian crisis at the southern border."Our government's most important job is to ensure the safety and security of the American people. I … Continue Reading
January 03, 2019
Congressman Reschenthaler Votes to Protect Border Security Funding
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) voted against two pieces of legislation because they deny vital funding for our nation's border security. The bills, H.R. 21 and H.J.RES. 1, do not provide the $5 billion to secure our borders, as requested by the Trump Administration. "I believe we need to fulfill President Trump's simple request: secure the border and fund the government," stated Reschenthaler. The need for additional investment at our nation's border has … Continue Reading
January 03, 2019
Congressman Guy Reschenthaler Sworn In as Representative for Pennsylvania’s 14th Congressional District
WASHINGTON - Today Congressman Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14) was formally sworn in as a Member of the 116th Congress at the United States Capitol. Reschenthaler will represent the citizens of the 14th Congressional District of Pennsylvania, which includes Washington, Fayette, Greene, and portions of Westmoreland Counties. "It's an honor to be sworn into the U.S. House of Representatives. I look forward to this opportunity to take our southwestern Pennsylvania values of hard work and common sense … Continue Reading
January 03, 2019
116th United States Congress
The 116th United States Congress, consisting of members from the United States Senate and the United States House of Representatives, commences in Washington, D.C. on January 3, … Continue Reading
January 03, 2019
116th United States Congress Convenes
The First Session of the 116th United States Congress commences on January 3rd, 2019. Members of the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives will attend the First … Continue Reading