Jobs and the Economy

For more information concerning work and views related to Jobs and the Economy, please contact our office.
View information on Jobs and resources for Businesses.
More on Jobs and the Economy

Washington- Today, House Republicans released their latest 10 year budget plan which includes repealing the Affordable Care Act, cutting billions of dollars from Medicaid, and shrinking Pell Grant allowances.
"Once again the Republicans are trotting out old ideas to do new damage to seniors, children and families," said Congressman Brendan Boyle (D-PA-13). "This budget is a that statement embodies their values, which clearly puts big tax breaks for the ultra-wealthy ahead of the challenges faced by hardworking American families."

Washington, DC- Today, Congressman Brendan Boyle (D-PA-13) voted for H.R. 749, the "Passenger Rail Reform and Investment Act of 2015". The bipartisan bill authorizes $7.2 billion for passenger rail service over the next four fiscal years and includes:
Willow Grove, PA – In a bipartisan effort, Congressmen Brendan Boyle (D-PA-13) and Pat Meehan (R-PA-7) will visit the former Willow Grove Naval Air Station in Horsham, Montgomery County on Friday for an update on the facility's redevelopment project and a tour of the base. State Rep. Todd Stephens (R-151) will host the event, which will feature officials from Horsham Township and the Horsham Land Redevelopment Authority.
WHAT: Media Availability with Lawmakers, Horsham Township Officials

DAVID GAMBACORTA, Daily News Staff Writer gambacd@phillynews.com, 215-854-5994
C'MON YOU GUYS, let's turn those frowns upside down!

By Hope Yen, Associated Press
WASHINGTON — The two newest members of Pennsylvania's congressional delegation are pledging their attention to issues such as upgrading the state's roads, bridges and rail service and improving health care at the Philadelphia Veterans Affairs facility.
Reps. Ryan Costello, a Republican in the 6th District, and Brendan Boyle, a Democrat in the 13th District, are beginning their first week on Capitol Hill.