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August 16, 2021

Washington, D.C. - Following President Biden's address to the nation regarding the ongoing catastrophe in Afghanistan, U.S. Representative Mike Kelly (R-Pa.) released this statement rebuking the president for shifting blame at a time when leadership is desperately needed:


August 15, 2021

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representative Mike Kelly (R-Pa.) issued this statement regarding the ongoing tragedy in Afghanistan, where the Taliban has reportedly taken control of much of the country, including the capital of Kabul:


August 10, 2021

Washington, D.C. - After the United States Senate passed a $1.2 trillion infrastructure package, U.S. Representative Mike Kelly (R-Pa.) released this statement announcing his intent to vote against the bill when it comes to the House of Representatives:


August 4, 2021

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representative Mike Kelly (R-Pa.) joined Representatives Ron Kind (D-Wis.), Brett Guthrie (R-Ky.), and Mike Doyle (D-Pa.) to unveil the Medicare Advantage Quality Payment Relief Act of 2021, legislation to fix an Obamacare benefit calculation that limits incentives for insurers to improve rural Medicare Advantage plans.

Issues:Health Care

August 3, 2021

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representative Mike Kelly (R-Pa.) introduced H.R. 4889, the Don't Weaponize the IRS Act, legislation that will prevent the nation's tax collection agency from being used to target Americans because of their political beliefs.


June 24, 2021

Washington - U.S. Representative Mike Kelly today launched the 16th district's 2021 Congressional App Challenge (CAC) and invites middle and high school students in Western Pennsylvania to participate. The competition is open to all students who meet the eligibility requirements, regardless of coding experience.


June 17, 2021

Washington - Today, the Supreme Court of the United States unanimously ruled that the city of Philadelphia violated the First Amendment's Free Exercise Clause when it refused to contract with Catholic Social Services (CSS) for adoption and foster care services because the faith-based organiz


June 17, 2021

New Castle’s Matthew Stroia leaving Capitol Hill after 17 years of federal service, Erie native Timothy Butler taking helm as new chief

Washington -  U.S. Representative Mike Kelly (R-PA) today announced that Lawrence County native Matthew Stroia, who has served as Kelly's chief of staff for nearly a decade, will depart Capitol Hill to begin a new role in the private sector.


May 5, 2021

Washington, D.C. - Today the House Committee on Ways and Means passed the H.R. 2954, the Secure a Strong Retirement Act of 2021. This bipartisan legislation will help more Americans prepare for a secure retirement. The bill, which now goes to the whole House for consideration, would build on the successes of the SECURE Act, which was enacted at the end of 2019.