Dear Neighbor,

Thank you for taking the time to read about my work to serve Pennsylvania’s 13th Congressional District as your hometown Congressman.

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This week, I met with representatives from the Pennsylvania Society of Anesthesiologists, including constituent Andy Boryan, M.D. of Chambersburg.

Our discussion focused on the importance of physician-led care, particularly for our nation’s veterans, as well as broader challenges facing both patients and anesthesiologists. This discussion included Medicare payment policy, efforts to reduce surprise medical bills, and the need to ensure greater accountability from large insurance companies.

As a doctor, I appreciate the advocacy of my fellow Pennsylvania physicians and the insights they provide on the pressures they face in delivering care, as well as the policy changes that they believe would strengthen patient safety, affordability, and access.

This week, as Chairman of the Energy and Commerce Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee, I held a hearing titled, “Corrosion, Collapse, and Clean-Up: Examining the Potomac Interceptor Collapse.”

The hearing examined the January failure of DC Water’s sewer system, which released millions of gallons of untreated wastewater into the Potomac River and raised serious concerns about public health, environmental protection, and the condition of aging wastewater infrastructure nationwide. The findings from this hearing will help Congress better protect the health and safety of the communities we represent.

This hearing reinforced that aging water and wastewater systems are not just a regional concern, but a national challenge that requires urgent attention. Throughout Pennsylvania’s 13th Congressional District, I remain committed to supporting infrastructure improvements and ensuring rural communities have access to the federal resources needed to maintain reliable and safe water and sewage systems.

This week, I met with representatives from Changent during their visit to Capitol Hill. The group included home visiting advocates from Pennsylvania, including constituent Katie Ickes who is a Nurse-Family Partnership client from Williamsburg.

Our discussion focused on their efforts to improve health outcomes by expanding data-driven programs that benefit families over multiple generations. We also discussed community-based home visiting programs, such as Nurse-Family Partnership and Child First, and how these initiatives support parents and children across Pennsylvania and the entire nation. 

Thank you to Katie and the representatives from Changent for coming to Washington to discuss how these programs can improve health outcomes for children and families.

This week, the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health held a hearing titled, “Examining the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule,” to examine the challenges facing physicians and seniors under the current Medicare payment system.

The hearing focused on the long-term sustainability of Medicare and the importance of preserving seniors’ access to quality care. During my remarks, I questioned witnesses about consolidation of providers increasing the cost of healthcare. Under the current Physician Fee Schedule (PFS), many independent physicians face financial pressures that force them to join larger healthcare systems.

Despite past efforts to shift Medicare reimbursement toward value-based care rather than volume-based care, physicians continue to face growing financial strain while Medicare costs continue to rise. In Congress, I remain committed to supporting reforms that strengthen access to care, support independent providers, and improve outcomes for seniors.

This week, on the House floor, I honored the Blair County Conservation District for 60 years of service as an advocate for natural resources and the county’s agricultural community.

Established in 1966, the Conservation District has focused on the protection and preservation of Blair County’s natural resources. For six decades, the District has played an essential role in supporting local communities through conservation programs that help safeguard Blair County’s natural heritage for future generations.

With great pride, I thank the Conservation District Manager Donna Fisher, the Board of Directors, and professional staff for their continued leadership and commitment to advancing local environmental initiatives and building on their long-standing legacy of service.

Thank you again for taking the time to read this update. In the 119th Congress, I look forward to continuing to serve the communities of Pennsylvania’s 13th Congressional District.

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