Press Releases
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Rep. Matt Cartwright announced that Department of Homeland Security has issued a grant to the Summit Station Fire Company #1 in Summit Station, PA through its Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program.
The grant in the amount of $127,300 will go towards fire vehicle acquisition.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today Rep. Matt Cartwright announced that through The LIVESTRONG Foundation Community Impact Project, both the Greater Scranton and Wilkes-Barre Family YMCAs will receive grant funding.
Rejects GOP Attempt to Shut Down National Labor Relations Board
[WASHINGTON] – Today, Rep. Cartwright stood up for America’s middle class, voting against a Republican effort (H.R. 1120) that would effectively shut down the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) charged with resolving differences between business and labor.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today Congressman Matt Cartwright introduced the bi-partisan Nutrition Education Act with 22 original co-sponsors. This bill would require each local educational agency participating in the National School Lunch Program to include under its wellness policy a requirement for students to receive 50 hours of school nutrition education per school year.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Cartwright announced that Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded an Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) to the Summit Station Fire Company #1 in Summit Station, PA.
The grant in the amount of $18,525 will go towards safety and operation expenses.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Cartwright announced the opening of his Pottsville District office. The office, located at 121 Progress Avenue, Suite 310, Pottsville, PA 17901, is open from 9 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday.
New Report Shows Seniors Will Pay More Out-of-Pocket for Health Coverage, Preventive Care, Prescription Drugs
Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep.