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Statement from Senator John Fetterman’s Office

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Pennsylvania U.S. Senator John Fetterman’s Communications Director, Joe Calvello, on Monday afternoon released the following statement: “We don’t have a lot to update folks with since there’s no real news to report except that John is doing well, working with the wonderful doctors, and remains on a path to recovery. “He is visiting with staff and family daily, and his staff are keeping him updated on Senate business

February 28, 2023

Fetterman Opens Erie Regional Office

ERIE, PA – Pennsylvania U.S. Senator John Fetterman’s office today announced the opening of their Erie regional office in the Western District of Pennsylvania United States Courthouse. Senator Bob Casey and Congressman Mike Kelly also have offices in this federal building. “Our team is proud to share we opened our Erie office last week. Erie is one of John’s favorite cities in our Commonwealth, a hub of manufacturing and the

February 23, 2023

Sens. Casey and Fetterman Press EPA, NTSB Following East Palestine Train Derailment

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA), John Fetterman (D-PA), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), and J.D. Vance (R-OH) sent joint letters to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) pressing the agencies over the train derailment in East Palestine, OH. In the letter to the EPA, the Senators pressed the EPA on its plan to hold Norfolk Southern accountable for releasing hazardous materials into the air and water. In addition, the Senators

February 15, 2023

Fetterman Votes To Confirm President Biden’s Historic 100th Judge

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Pennsylvania U.S. Senator John Fetterman today voted to confirm three judicial nominees and advance the nomination of one more. The Senate to date has confirmed over 100 judges during President Joe Biden’s administration. “It was an honor to cast my votes to confirm these judges, who are part of the most qualified and diverse slate of judicial appointments in history and will help deliver more balance and

February 15, 2023

Fetterman Votes to Confirm Judge Cindy Chung

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Pennsylvania U.S. Senator John Fetterman on Monday voted to confirm Judge Cindy Chung to the Third Circuit Court of Appeals, which covers all of Pennsylvania. “It was an honor and a privilege to cast my vote this evening to confirm Judge Cindy Chung to the Third Circuit Court of Appeals,” said Senator Fetterman. “Her nomination and confirmation as the first Asian Pacific American to serve on the Third

February 13, 2023

Fetterman Meets with PA Colleges, Discusses Importance of Access to Higher Education

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Pennsylvania U.S. Senator John Fetterman yesterday held meetings with groups representing colleges across the Commonwealth to discuss access to higher education, particularly the importance of Pell Grants, and the economic, social, and cultural impact of these institutions. “I was honored to meet with these higher education champions, and I am grateful to the students and staff who shared how these institutions have changed their lives and their communities.

February 8, 2023

Fetterman Announces Dennis Horton as SOTU Guest

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Pennsylvania U.S. Senator John Fetterman on Monday announced that Dennis “Freedom” Horton would be his guest to Tuesday’s State of the Union Address in Washington, D.C. Dennis and his brother, Lee Horton, were incarcerated for nearly 28 years for a crime they did not commit. Following years of advocacy, then-Lt. Governor Fetterman led the charge as chair of Pennsylvania’s Board of Pardons to commute their sentences to time served. In

February 6, 2023

Fetterman Opens Harrisburg Office

HARRISBURG, PA – Pennsylvania U.S. Senator John Fetterman today announced the opening of his Harrisburg regional office, located on the fourth floor of the Strawberry Square complex. “I am proud to share we opened our Harrisburg office last week. As Lieutenant Governor, I spent significant time in our state capitol working to deliver for the people of Pennsylvania. I am pleased to continue that work as Senator by providing top-notch constituent

February 6, 2023

Casey, Fetterman Announce $340 Million for Philadelphia Water Infrastructure, Lead Pipe Replacement

PHILADELPHIA, PA – Today, U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and John Fetterman (D-PA) announced $340 million in federal funding for Philadelphia to modernize its water infrastructure and work to ensure Philadelphians can access safe, clean drinking water. Philadelphia will receive a low-interest Water Infrastructure and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which will jumpstart the work to modernize the drinking water system with an initial

February 3, 2023

Fetterman Participates in First Senate Hearing

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Pennsylvania U.S. Senator John Fetterman on Wednesday attended his first Senate hearing in the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry to discuss challenges facing Pennsylvania’s family farms and other issues relating to the upcoming Farm Bill. “I was honored and proud to join my first Senate Agriculture Committee hearing today. I am looking forward to advocating for Pennsylvania’s farmers in the upcoming Farm Bill. Thank you to Senators

February 2, 2023