Press Releases

Legislation introduced by U.S. Representative Scott Perry (PA-04) to preserve the Lincoln Train Station is expected to be passed by the U.S. Senate this week.  If adopted by the Senate and signed by President Barack Obama, it will be the first piece of legislation introduced by the freshman congressman to be signed into law. President Abraham Lincoln arrived at the Train Station on… Read more »

Statement from Rep. Scott Perry on the President's Immigration Address:       "On November 4, the American people sent a clear message that they want balance in our government. They want Democrats and Republicans to work together to provide real solutions to the country’s problems. The message from the American people, however, was not that they wanted unilateral… Read more »

    "As we mark Veterans Day, Americans are united in honoring the service and sacrifice of our Nation’s Veterans who have earned our respect and gratitude. Today we pause to honor and commemorate the service members who wore - or still wear - the uniform of our country and sacrificed so that we may enjoy the blessings of freedom. Although words seem insufficient to convey our… Read more »

U.S. Representative Scott Perry (PA-4) recently joined U.S. Representative Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (PA-5), Co-Chairman of the bipartisan Congressional Career & Technical Education (CTE) Caucus, at a field hearing in Harrisburg to discuss “The Role of Career & Technical Education in Creating a Skilled Workforce: Perspectives from Employers and Stakeholders.”   Reps. Thompson and… Read more »

"Christy and I send our heartfelt prayers and condolences to the family and friends of former State Senator Mike Waugh. I had the honor of serving with Senator Waugh in Harrisburg and have known him for nearly 20 years. I visited with him last week and the courage he showed in confronting his recent health issues was a testament to his strength and character. Mike Waugh leaves a legacy… Read more »

"As Jewish Americans at home and abroad mark the first of the High Holy Days, I extend my warmest wishes for the New Year. Tonight, families gather in synagogues and homes to celebrate Rosh Hashanah, reflect on the past year and look forward to the new.  As you share in traditional festivities, you renew your commitment to acts of compassion and to the cause of freedom around… Read more »

“Today’s continuing resolution (H.J.Res. 124) to fund the federal government until December 15th and leave future spending decisions to a lame-duck session of Congress is another clear failure of leadership on behalf of Congress and the Obama Administration. I won’t support such a short-sighted policy and I opposed this bill. Funding the government for weeks at a time creates… Read more »

Rep. Scott Perry released the following statement in remembrance of the horrific events of 9-11-01: “Like most Americans, I remember the morning of September 11, 2001, like it was yesterday. The tragic events of that day affected each of us in different ways, but we all remember where we were and who we were with when we heard the terrible news. While America has begun to heal from… Read more »

“Though he has waited far too long to lead on this issue, President Obama finally has begun a serious dialogue with the American people regarding his proposed strategy to combat ISIS. Having no specific detail at this point, I’m generally supportive of his intent, but we’ve heard tough rhetoric before.  The President mentioned tonight that American leadership abroad has been… Read more »

Today, Rep. Scott Perry released this statement regarding the killing of American journalist James Foley: “I am saddened, disgusted and angered by the senseless and horrific killing of American journalist James Foley at the hands of ISIS. Mr. Foley was a talented journalist who risked his life on many occasions to provide the public with the news. I extend my thoughts and prayers to his… Read more »