Congressman Brendan Boyle Statement On Start of the 115th U.S. Congress

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-13) released the following statement today after being sworn in to a second term representing Pennsylvania's Thirteenth Congressional District in the 115th Congress:

"I am honored to have the opportunity to serve the people of Pennsylvania's Thirteenth Congressional District for a second term in Congress. I look forward to working with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to safeguard core democratic principles and find commonsense solutions to the most pressing challenges facing both the state of Pennsylvania and our nation.

Through my newly formed Blue Collar Caucus, I will remain laser-focused on creating good-paying jobs and expanding economic opportunity so that hardworking families across our district have a fair shot at a better future. I will oppose any effort to undermine Medicare or Medicaid, and carefully scrutinize any Republican cuts to the Affordable Care Act. We must strengthen and improve the ACA rather than jeopardize the important protections and critical care the law provides to tens of millions of Americans.

Thirteenth District residents deserve a Congress that is on their side, instead of Congressional gridlock and dysfunction, and they want both parties to work together to get things done on their behalf. Advocating for my constituents and delivering results to improve the quality of life for our communities is my top priority, and I look forward to continuing my unwavering commitment to all those who I am grateful to serve."

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