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119-hconres-89·Sep 24, 2026·98% of D voted YES
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Turkiye of certain defense articles and services.
In PA Field Hearing, Fetterman and McCormick Discuss Loneliness and Social Isolation Among Seniors - U.S. Senator John Fetterman
Position: Senators Fetterman and McCormick held a field hearing on loneliness and social isolation among seniors, with Senator Fetterman stating the issue is serious and Senator McCormick stating the goal is finding practical ways to reach isolated seniors and supporting local organizations. The release also notes Senator Fetterman's prior introduction of the Senior Hunger Prevention Act and the Boosting Benefits and COLAs for Seniors Act.
PITTSBURGH, PA – Today, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Dave McCormick (R-PA) hosted a field hearing in Pittsburgh where they discussed a rising topic among Pennsylvania’s seniors: loneliness and social isolation. The witnesses on the panel included Dr. Shannah Gilliam, PhD Director at Allegheny County Department of Human Services Area Agency on Aging (DHS-AAA), Dr. Martin Sliwinski, PhD Professor of Aging Studies and Director of the Center for Healthy Aging at Penn State University, Feleen Nancarvis, Executive Director for Meals on Wheels of Lancaster, and Laura Poskin, Chief Aging Officer at Jewish Healthcare Foundation.
“I’ve always believed in the importance of connecting forgotten communities and making sure they aren’t left behind. That includes our aging neighbors and the often unaddressed needs they have,” said Senator Fetterman. “Hearing that Meals on Wheels might be the only human contact older folks have that week is alarming. Social isolation and loneliness are serious issues, and I’m grateful for the witnesses’ testimony today and understanding how we can better serve the community.”
“Pennsylvania seniors helped build our communities, worked our mills and mines, and served our country, and they deserve to stay connected,” said Senator McCormick. “Today’s hearing is about finding practical ways to reach isolated seniors and ensuring local organizations across Pennsylvania have the support they need to help.”
Senator Fetterman has previously served on the Senate Special Committee on Aging and has introduced the Senior Hunger Prevention Act, legislation to expand Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits and local food delivery support for older adults and individuals with disabilities. He has also introduced the Boosting Benefits and COLAs for Seniors Act, legislation to protect and expand Social Security benefits for older adults.
See highlights below and watch the full interview here.
Fetterman: You said something that really haunted me, meals on wheels might be the only human contact for an individual for the week. What is the percentage of that, do you have statistics? More research shows that social interaction is an important part of your health. That is profound to me.
Nancarvis: One of the stats I do have, we conducted a survey earlier this year, and 32% of respondents claim that a volunteer that they see delivering their meals is the only person they see on a given day or even a week. The food is a necessary part in alleviating that isolation and loneliness but that knock on that door is as well. We are knocking on the door, and if we do not hear from them or see the cooler, we make sure we call them or an emergency contact. If we can’t get in touch with them we will make sure we call emergency services. When we do interact with them we are building a relationship with them.
Fetterman: When I was mayor, we provided local scholarships for life alert, and now understanding one third of your clients see only their food delivery driver in a given week, how many of your seniors utilize [the life alert]?
Gilliam: Alleghany county was one of the last counties to provide what is considered nonmandated services like the life alert, and even though they are nonmandated they are critical. We are talking about a connection in a time of crisis. When funding got tight and we had to make choices between waitlists for food or whether we can give someone a personal emergency service device we had to make the tough choice for food. Those decisions are very difficult to make especially when you know that someone is living alone. These are the kind of decisions we are being asked to make.
Fetterman Announces $42.2 Million in Funding for Pennsylvania’s Rail Infrastructure - U.S. Senator John Fetterman
Position: The release announces $42.3 million in FRA CRISI Program grants for rail infrastructure upgrades in Pennsylvania and states that Senator Fetterman supported three of the four awards.
BRADDOCK, PA — Today, U.S. Senator Fetterman (D-PA) announced $42,287,800 in funding for Pennsylvania’s rail infrastructure through the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvement (CRISI) Program. Three of the four awards were supported by Senator Fetterman and the funds will improve safety, efficiency, and reliability along four of the Commonwealth’s rail corridors: the Lehigh Valley Rail corridor in Bethlehem, the Buffalo & Pittsburgh Railroad in Western Pennsylvania, the Colebrookdale Railroad connecting Berks and Montgomery counties, and the Everett Railroad in Blair County.
“Railroads have powered Pennsylvania for generations, and today, the Commonwealth has one of the largest rail networks in the nation. Investing in this infrastructure is crucial for our communities and our economy,” said Senator Fetterman. “I’m grateful to Secretary Duffy and FRA Administrator Fink for honoring Pennsylvania’s rail legacy and investing in its future.”
$15,894,420 for Lehigh Valley Rail Management LLC (Lehigh Valley Rail Corridor)
This funding will support track rehabilitation and related improvements along the Lehigh Valley Rail corridor in Bethlehem. Upgrades include turnout replacements, bridge and terminal improvements, and capacity upgrades to support the modern 286,000-pound weight standard for freight railcars. This investment will improve safety, enhance freight mobility, and bolster economic opportunity for the region's manufacturers and businesses. In July, Senator Fetterman wrote a letter of support for LVRM’s application to FRA Administrator David Fink.
“Lehigh Valley Rail Management and Phoenix Rail are proud to partner with our customers, the Federal Railroad Administration, and our champions in Congress,” said LVRM CEO Alex Yeros. “The STEEL project is an investment to modernize aging infrastructure, breathing new life into a critical node in the national rail network with over a century of contributing to the Pennsylvania economy. We are grateful for their support of a project that will strengthen the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railroad, and support job growth for our customers and the Lehigh Valley.”
$13,621,400 for the Buffalo & Pittsburgh Railroad (BPRR)
This award will support critical upgrades to two bridges and one tunnel along BPRR’s main line in Western Pennsylvania. Specifically, these funds would support steel and span rehabilitation for the 1,680-foot-long Mosgrove Bridge, which was constructed in 1899; enable upgrades to components and steel structures for two 50-foot-long timber bridges over Connoquenessing Creek in BPRR's Butler Yard; and provide critical arch restoration and improved clearances for the 2,322-foot-long Simpson Tunnel, which was built in 1899 and suffered a partial ceiling collapse in 2024. Senator Fetterman advocated for this funding in a letter to FRA Administrator Fink in July.
“Buffalo & Pittsburgh Railroad is grateful for the support from our elected officials in the state. These funds will help carry out critical upgrades to our freight-rail infrastructure in Western Pennsylvania, enabling us to provide safer transportation service to area industries that rely on us,” said a representative for Buffalo & Pittsburgh Railroad.
$10,108,230 for the Eastern Berks Gateway Railroad Company (Colebrookdale Railroad)
This funding will rehabilitate approximately five miles of track along the Colebrookdale Railroad, an active freight and heritage tourist railroad connecting Berks and Montgomery counties. This CRISI award builds on a recent $25 million investment in the railroad’s Pottstown terminal through the Department of Transportation’s Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) program. Senator Fetterman fought for both of these awards and submitted letters of support to FRA Administrator Fink and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy for the CRISI and BUILD projects respectively.
“Berks County and the Eastern Berks Gateway Railroad are grateful for the strong support of Senator Fetterman and the entire federal delegation. The joint letter of support from Senators Fetterman and McCormick played an important role in securing this grant, which provides the final funding needed to complete the core track infrastructure connecting Boyertown in Berks County with Pottstown in Montgomery County,” said Christian Y. Leinbach, Chair of the Berks County Board of Commissioners.
“We’re grateful to our federal partners, Senators Fetterman and McCormick, and Congresswoman Dean, for continuing to invest in the Colebrookdale Railroad and the communities it connects. This $10 million investment will help strengthen an important piece of our region’s infrastructure while preserving a unique part of Pennsylvania’s history for generations to come,” said Jamila Winder, Chair of the Montgomery County Board of Commissioners.
“Tourism and recreation bring people to Montgomery County, support local businesses, and generate economic activity that strengthens our communities. We’re grateful to Senator Fetterman and our federal partners for helping secure another major federal investment that builds on that momentum while supporting one of our region’s unique historic assets,” said Montgomery County Commissioner Neil Makhija.
“This investment keeps the momentum going for the Colebrookdale Railroad and the Pottstown area. It will help bring more visitors to the region, support local businesses, and build on the progress already underway in this important part of Montgomery County,” said Montgomery County Commissioner Tom DiBello.
The remaining $2,663,750 is awarded to the Everett Railroad Company to support track rehabilitation and rail equipment for the Everett Railroad, a heritage railroad in Blair Country.
Fetterman Statement in Support of Sheet Metal Workers Local 19 Strike - U.S. Senator John Fetterman
Position: Senator Fetterman expresses support for Sheet Metal Workers Local 19 members on strike at Lloyd Industries and calls on management to return to negotiations for a fair agreement.
BRADDOCK, PA — In announcing his support for the Sheet Metal Workers Local 19 members who are on strike at Lloyd Industries in Montgomery Township, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) released the following statement:
“Proud to stand with Local 19 and the Union Way of Life. Every worker has a right to be treated with dignity on the job –– these workers are no exception. It’s time for management to come back to the table and hammer out a fair deal that works for everyone.”
These union workers have been fighting for fair pay, better benefits, and safer working conditions since the strike began on September 1. After Senator Fetterman’s staff met with the union this week, Local 19 leadership stated, “We want to negotiate. Why won’t Billy Lloyd come to the table?”
Fetterman Leads Colleagues in Letter to HUD Urging Implementation of Whole Home Repairs Law - U.S. Senator John Fetterman
Position: Urges HUD to establish a Whole Home Repairs program, as authorized by the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, to provide repair and renovation grants to homeowners and small landlords and prevent aging homes from leaving the housing supply.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) led his colleagues in a letter to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner urging an establishment of a Whole Home Repairs program through the Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes. The letter was cosigned by U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and U.S. Representative Nikema Williams (GA-5).
“Almost 7 million Americans live in homes that are in need of significant repair, with deficiencies including leaky roofs, faulty wiring, and mold. This is an issue that disproportionately affects America’s seniors, many of whom would like to downsize but do not want to sell the home at a steep discount due to the updates required. As we saw in Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s successful Whole Home Repairs program, providing grants for repairs allowed seniors to sell larger homes to growing families,” wrote the members of Congress.
Pennsylvania’s program provided grants and forgivable loans to help homeowners and small landlords repair and weatherize their properties. The Pennsylvania program also supported training and pre-apprenticeship programs to create jobs and build a skilled workforce for the future. As the result of a bipartisan and bicameral effort, the Whole-Home Repairs Act was signed into law with the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act. The Whole Home Repairs pilot program will provide renovation and repair grants to homeowners and small landlords. This will help ensure America’s aging homes do not fall out of the housing supply.
“The language in the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act authorizes you to operate a Whole Home Repairs program through 2031. We want to show the nation that repairing America’s crumbling homes is not a red or blue issue. Creating greater access to housing is an American issue. Any delays will mean millions of American families may never realize the benefit of this program. We were proud to help the Whole Home Repairs bill become law, and we stand ready to support you in making it a reality for Americans,” continued the members.
Read the full text of the letter below and here.
We write to urge you to establish a Whole Home Repairs program through the Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes. We were proud to vote for the historic 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act to improve access to affordable homeownership in America. This law includes our bill to create a Whole Home Repairs pilot program, which will provide renovation and repair grants to homeowners and ensure America’s aging homes do not fall out of the housing supply.
Almost 7 million Americans live in homes that are in need of significant repair, with deficiencies including leaky roofs, faulty wiring, and mold. This is an issue that disproportionately affects America’s seniors, many of whom would like to downsize but do not want to sell the home at a steep discount due to the updates required. As we saw in Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s successful Whole Home Repairs program, providing grants for repairs allowed seniors to sell larger homes to growing families.
The language in the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act authorizes you to operate a Whole Home Repairs program through 2031. We want to show the nation that repairing America’s crumbling homes is not a red or blue issue. Creating greater access to housing is an American issue. Any delays will mean millions of American families may never realize the benefit of this program. We were proud to help the Whole Home Repairs bill become law, and we stand ready to support you in making it a reality for Americans.
Given the importance of establishing the Congressionally-authorized Whole Home Repairs program, we request a meeting with the Office of Lead Hazard Control for our staff to discuss how it plans to implement this program. Specifically, we want to discuss how it plans to utilize appropriated funds and manage streamlining and reporting requirements. Thank you for your consideration.
Fetterman Announces $1.44 Million in Funding for Williamsport Water Tank Replacement Project - U.S. Senator John Fetterman
Position: Senator Fetterman announced $1.44 million in EPA Community Grants funding to the Williamsport Municipal Water Authority to replace an aging water storage tank, and stated that investing in water infrastructure lowers costs and improves reliability for ratepayers.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) announced $1,440,000 from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to the Williamsport Municipal Water Authority (WMWA) for a tank replacement. This funding was secured by Senator Fetterman, through the EPA’s Community Grants program, to have their aging water tank replaced, bolstering water service reliability for over 51,000 customers.
“One of my highest priorities is securing federal investments that lower costs for Pennsylvania families and businesses. I was proud to support WMWA in its efforts to replace its 100+ year old water storage tank. This investment will improve water service reliability for generations to come and puts ratepayers first,” said Senator Fetterman.
“The Williamsport Municipal Water Authority is extremely grateful to Senator John Fetterman for providing this grant opportunity and for recognizing the importance of investing in critical water infrastructure. The Authority also thanks EPA for their support and assistance throughout the grant process and construction of this project. Their efforts helped make this investment in our community possible. Maintaining and investing in critical water infrastructure is essential to the health, safety and future of our community. Reliable water service is something people often take for granted, but it requires constant investment to ensure our system remains safe, dependable, and resilient for generations to come,” said Michael D. Miller, Executive Director of the Williamsport Municipal Water Authority.
Senator Fetterman was the sole supporter of this award in the FY24 Congressionally Directed Spending process.
Fetterman Joins Senate Colleagues in Letter to DHS on Election Interference - U.S. Senator John Fetterman
Position: Senators urge DHS to halt efforts to assert federal control over the 2026 midterm elections, to substantiate claims about noncitizen voter registration, to rescind election-related conditions on FEMA homeland security grants, to release full grant funding to states, and to end the alleged "Unlawful Voter Initiative."
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA), a member of the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, joined his Senate colleagues in sending a letter to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Markwayne Mullin urging the Department to halt its efforts in asserting federal control over and undermining public trust in the 2026 midterm elections. The senators demanded information substantiating Mullin’s public claims about noncitizens who registered to vote, called on DHS to rescind new election-related conditions on Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) homeland security grants, release the full grant funding to states, and end the alleged “Unlawful Voter Initiative” disclosed by a recent whistleblower.
“We write to warn you against continued activities at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that seek to undermine the Constitutional authority of both Congress and states to administer elections and defy the directions of federal courts. As Secretary of Homeland Security, you have promoted the President’s conspiracy theories about our elections, pressured states to participate in illegal activities, and explicitly threatened to reduce grant funding and initiate criminal investigations for those states that do not comply with the Administration’s demands,” the senators wrote.
In their letter, the senators raised concerns about Mullin’s unsupported claim that 250,000 noncitizens were registered to vote in four states, including Pennsylvania, and criticized DHS efforts to pressure states to provide sensitive voter roll information to be run through the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) program, despite the Administration’s acknowledgment of problems with the underlying data. The senators also objected to new election-related conditions on FEMA’s Homeland Security Grant Program, which have been retroactively applied to previously awarded Fiscal Year 2025 funding and are threatening Fiscal Year 2026 funding. By threatening to withhold funding that communities rely on to prevent acts of terrorism and other threats, Mullin is putting Americans’ safety at risk as political leverage.
The senators also highlighted allegations from a federal whistleblower about an effort referred to as the “Unlawful Voter Initiative.” According to the whistleblower, USCIS personnel were allegedly directed to use sensitive, personally identifiable information and improperly access state voter registration websites to find non-citizen voters. The whistleblower also alleged that personnel were directed to create law enforcement records using incomplete and unverifiable data for potential referral to law enforcement.
“According to the whistleblower, USCIS staff were given a list of names and told to use sensitive personally identifiable information to impersonate voters and access state voter registration websites to verify individuals’ immigration and voter registration statuses. Equipped with incomplete and unverifiable data compiled with ‘supplemental magic,’ USCIS staff are allegedly being directed to create law enforcement records on individuals, including U.S. citizens, for possible referral to HSI for further investigation,” the senators wrote. “If true, this is just another alarming effort by the Department to use data that USCIS materials admit may be inaccurate, coupled with questionable means to potentially disenfranchise voters.”
The senators called on Mullin to immediately provide all information substantiating his July 17, 2026 allegations regarding noncitizens who registered to vote, rescind FEMA Information Bulletin Nos. 569 and 569(a) and release all withheld funds to states without further delay; and provide information about the “Unlawful Voter Initiative” and immediately cease its activities.
“The 2026 midterm elections are already underway. Your unsubstantiated allegations of noncitizen voter fraud, public recitation of unreliable data, and unwarranted conditioning of continued grant funding for state election security measures on compliance with politically motivated requests for voter data appear to be calculated efforts to undermine confidence in our elections and risks wrongly disenfranchising voters,” the senators wrote.
Senator Fetterman has been unequivocally clear that our elections are absolutely secure, fair, and accurate. In April, he joined his colleagues in a letter to the United States Postal Service (USPS) Board of Governors and Postmaster General David Steiner urging them not to implement the March executive order that sought to transform USPS into an election administration agency with the power to determine who can vote by mail and to establish ballot specifications. In June following the Board’s issuance of the proposed rule in response to the executive order, Senator Fetterman again joined his colleagues in a second letter urging the Board and Postmaster General Steiner to withdraw the proposed rule. Senate Democrats sent a third letter on September 4 after USPS finalized its rule to implement the vote-by-mail executive order.
As recently as the end of September, Senator Fetterman continued to urge that our elections are safe and secure, including vote-by-mail. At the Texas Tribune Festival last week, he highlighted that the “best examples of vote-by-mail come from red states.” He continued the conversation saying, “if the only time you criticize voting is if it means you lost, that means it’s impossible to take that seriously.”
Read the full text of the senators’ September letter to DHS below and here.
We write to warn you against continued activities at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that seek to undermine the Constitutional authority of both Congress and states to administer elections and defy the directions of federal courts. As Secretary of Homeland Security, you have promoted the President’s conspiracy theories about our elections, pressured states to participate in illegal activities, and explicitly threatened to reduce grant funding and initiate criminal investigations for those states that do not comply with the Administration’s demands.
You have been unwilling to publicly affirm that you will not send U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or Customs and Border Protection (CBP) personnel to the polls, despite federal law barring their presence. Most recently, you deployed Homeland Security Investigation (HSI) agents across nine states for a “coordinated criminal voter fraud surge initiative,” despite the lack of verifiable evidence of widespread noncitizen voter fraud. Your actions as Secretary are intentionally undermining Americans’ trust in the 2026 midterm elections and appear to purposefully disenfranchise eligible voters. Taken together, these actions amount to an illegal attempt to federalize the administration of the upcoming midterm elections.
At the direction of President Trump, you have endeavored to coerce states into divulging sensitive voter roll information, raising serious concerns about how that information will be stored and used. On March 25, 2025, President Trump issued Executive Order No. 14248, which required DHS to compare state voter registration lists against federal immigration databases. The Executive Order was followed by an overhaul of the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) program, which transformed the program from one used for individual benefits eligibility checks to a system that could carry out bulk searches of records using Social Security numbers. Since then, DHS has repeatedly pressured states to share their voter rolls and run them through the modified SAVE program, despite legal concerns and known accuracy issues. You have exerted this pressure despite the fact that U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), which administers the SAVE program, has acknowledged that its results can be inaccurate. Additionally, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has acknowledged that its citizenship data for naturalized citizens – which is used by the SAVE program – is incomplete and unreliable. Even though the Supreme Court has allowed you to use the SAVE program for now, we remind you of the requirement of the National Voter Registration Act, 52 U. S. C. §20507(c)(2)(A) that bars any systematic removal of ineligible voters within 90 days of Election Day.
On July 17, 2026, you claimed, without evidence, that 250,000 non-citizens were registered to vote in four states. This claim has been refuted by states and even by other administration officials. For example, you claimed that around 16,000 noncitizens illegally registered to vote in Nevada, but later, other DHS officials alleged the number was only 185. A subsequent review by Nevada state officials found all 185 individuals were U.S. citizens. These states did not agree to give you their sensitive state voter roll information and judges in each state dismissed the Department of Justice’s efforts to access that information. Moreover, elections experts have challenged the legitimacy of these numbers. Considering the inaccuracies in SSA’s citizenship categorizations and the questions surrounding how you obtained the voter roll information needed to analyze this data, we cannot trust the numbers as reported.
Further, under your leadership, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently added new terms and conditions to fiscal year (FY) 2025 and 2026 Urban Area Security Initiative and State Homeland Security Grant Program awards. These are grants provided to states to help them protect their communities from terrorism and other hazards. In the FY 2025 Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), FEMA mandated that 3% of the target allocations for these grants be spent on enhancing election security, including critical activities like hardening election locations. Now, after FY25 agreements have already been signed, this Administration is threatening to withhold a percentage of the funding hostage if recipients do not meet these new, specious requirements, despite serious legal and implementation concerns. FEMA also added requirements to the recently released FY26 Homeland Security Grant Program NOFO, conditioning 20% of the full amount of the grants on states’ compliance with election requirements that states have contested in litigation. DHS’s continued interference with FEMA’s grants puts FEMA’s mission at risk, slows down the administration of grants, and ultimately hurts communities.
Now, a federal whistleblower has alleged that, at the direction of DHS and USCIS leadership, the component’s Fraud Detection and National Security Directorate staff may have violated laws and DHS policies in furtherance of a new “Unlawful Voter Initiative.” According to the whistleblower, USCIS staff were given a list of names and told to use sensitive personally identifiable information to impersonate voters and access state voter registration websites to verify individuals’ immigration and voter registration statuses. Equipped with incomplete and unverifiable data compiled with “supplemental magic,” USCIS staff are allegedly being directed to create law enforcement records on individuals, including U.S. citizens, for possible referral to HSI for further investigation. If true, this is just another alarming effort by the Department to use data that USCIS materials admit may be inaccurate, coupled with questionable means to potentially disenfranchise voters.
The 2026 midterm elections are already underway. Your unsubstantiated allegations of noncitizen voter fraud, public recitation of unreliable data, and unwarranted conditioning of continued grant funding for state election security measures on compliance with politically motivated requests for voter data appear to be calculated efforts to undermine confidence in our elections and risks wrongly disenfranchising voters.
We are deeply troubled by the actions that you, DHS, and the Trump Administration have taken. As such, we demand that you immediately cease the aforementioned activities and provide us with all information underpinning the allegations made in your July 17, 2026, letter regarding non-citizens registered to vote, rescind Information Bulletin Nos. 569 and 569(a), release all withheld funds to the states without further delay, and provide information about the “Unlawful Voter Initiative.”
Thank you for your prompt attention and cooperation in this matter.
Pennsylvania Senators Announce Support for DOT’s SMART Initiative, Investments in PA Air Traffic Control Systems - U.S. Senator John Fetterman
Position: Senators Fetterman and McCormick express support for the DOT's SMART initiative and for FAA investments in Pennsylvania air traffic control infrastructure, citing safety and reliability benefits.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Following the announcement from the Department of Transportation (DOT) to bring the newest technologies and infrastructure to America’s airports through the new Strategic Management of Airspace, Routes and Trajectories (SMART) initiative, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Dave McCormick (R-PA) announce their support and highlight what this and other recent aviation investments mean for Pennsylvania.
SMART centralizes 200 data streams, including weather patterns, flight paths, traffic flow, and controller staffing metrics into one platform. It then synthesizes this data to provide a comprehensive visualization of where planes are going, how much traffic the system can handle, and where congestion or weather could cause challenges.
“I had the opportunity to tour the SMART Lab and see real-time data firsthand with Secretary Duffy and Administrator Bedford last week. They are transforming commercial flying from reactive to predictive,” said Senator Fetterman. “I recognize how beneficial this tool and other investments will be for all our air traffic controllers and everyone who flies into and out of the Commonwealth. This is a great initiative and I look forward to working with Senator McCormick and the administration on this.”
“Modernizing our air traffic control system is critical to keeping Pennsylvanians safe and our airports competitive,” said Senator McCormick. “The SMART initiative, along with $284 million from the Working Families Tax Cut to upgrade air traffic control infrastructure across Pennsylvania, will give our controllers better technology and make air travel safer and more reliable. I’m proud to work with Senator Fetterman and Secretary Duffy to deliver these investments for Pennsylvania.”
Through its Brand New Air Traffic Control System project, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is also investing $284 million in Pennsylvania’s air traffic control towers and related infrastructure, including:
The FAA’s work on these infrastructure improvements is ongoing and is expected to be completed by 2028.
In Meeting with Pittsburgh Regional Transit, Fetterman Celebrates with Leaders on Recent Funding Win, Priorities Moving Forward - U.S. Senator John Fetterman
Position: Senator Fetterman congratulated Pittsburgh Regional Transit on an $82 million federal grant for replacing its light rail fleet and stated his commitment to continued federal investment in public transit in the next surface transportation reauthorization bill.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) met with officials from Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) to congratulate the agency on their recent $82 million federal grant award and to discuss their plans for replacing aging light rail cars on the T.
From left to right: Melissa Girty, Senator Fetterman, Donminika Brown and Katharine Kelleman
PRT is the main public transportation system serving Allegheny County and the greater Pittsburgh area. With more than 700 buses and over 90 local and express routes across the county, it provides connections between neighborhoods, job centers, and campuses.
In the meeting with the agency’s Chief Executive Officer Katharine Kelleman, Chief Financial Officer Donminika Brown, and Senior Government Affairs Liaison Melissa Girty, Senator Fetterman reiterated the importance of public transit not only in Western PA, but across the Commonwealth and the country. The senator also reaffirmed his commitment to continued federal investment in public transit in the next surface transportation reauthorization bill.
"On behalf of Pittsburgh Regional Transit's 120,000 daily riders, I want to thank Sen. Fetterman and all of the elected officials who supported our application to fund the next generation of rail cars," said PRT CEO Katharine Kelleman. “This investment will help us provide riders with a safer, more accessible, more comfortable, and more reliable transit experience."
Earlier this month, Senator Fetterman congratulated PRT on their $82,774,074 award which will support the replacement of its aging light rail fleet. This follows a letter in support of PRT’s grant application to FTA Acting Executive Director Jamie Pfister in July.
Senator Fetterman has a strong track record supporting public transit in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. He joined a bipartisan group of his colleagues to secure more than $100 million in the Fiscal Year 2026 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies appropriations bill to support public transit operations during the FIFA World Cup, including $8,474,327 for transit in the Philadelphia region. Senator Fetterman has also co-led legislation like the Moving Transit Forward Act, which would provide Pennsylvania’s transit agencies with the reliable funding support they need to avoid service cuts and keep our communities moving. He also helped deliver millions in grant awards for both PRT and the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority in the last two weeks.
Senator Fetterman will continue to push for a stronger public transit system to ensure no community is left behind.
ICYMI: In Letter to SEC and CFTC, Fetterman Urges Private Credit Market Transparency - U.S. Senator John Fetterman
Position: Senator Fetterman urges the SEC and CFTC to begin enforcing proposed updates to Form PF to require greater disclosure from private credit funds, arguing regulators need better information on leverage, interconnectedness, loan quality, and liquidity in the private credit market.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) penned a July letter to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) urging them to begin enforcing an existing rule requiring greater disclosures in private credit markets.
“The private credit industry is far too opaque to regulators and the rest of the financial system. Because these firms have never been through a downturn at their current size, markets do not know how to properly value private credit loans and assets in a crisis. As with all financial crises, the panic of not knowing where the floor is makes it far worse. It is important that regulators have the knowledge and the tools to prevent crises before they happen, but that is not possible if they do not know enough about the market,” wrote Senator Fetterman.
Big banks, insurance companies, and pension funds are all exposed to private credit — a market of unregulated lending to struggling companies — which is showing signs of much higher risk than investors anticipated. Form PF is a disclosure form that unregulated entities like private credit funds must submit to the SEC and CFTC. The agencies’ proposed updates to Form PF would greatly improve their understanding of the risks in private credit, but have yet to start enforcing them.
“The updates to Form PF, as originally proposed, would ensure regulators and investors better understand the leverage, interconnectedness, loan quality, and liquidity of this market. It is concerning, therefore, that your agencies have chosen to delay the enforcement of these requirements three times since taking office,” continued the senator. “Now is not the time for regulators to be in the dark.”
Read the full text of the letter below and here.
Dear Chairman Atkins and Chairman Selig:
I write to urge you to begin enforcing compliance with the updates to Form PF as initially proposed. It is critically important that regulators have a better understanding of the risks in private markets, in order to protect investors and prevent disruptions to the broader financial system.
I am deeply concerned about the mounting risks in private credit markets. Now $3 trillion in size, the private credit industry is making increasingly bad loans to subprime companies. The failures of First Brands and Tricolor, increasing reliance on payments-in-kind among borrowers, and concerns around AI disruption to the software industry all demonstrate poor underwriting over the past several years. In reaction, investors have been rushing to get their money out of these souring investments, but have often been trapped.
Even more concerning is the exposure America’s traditional financial system has to this market. The big banks have lent almost $300 billion to the private credit industry, much of which lacks covenants that protect the banks in times of crisis. Moreover, the insurance industry is not only exposed to $1 trillion in risk but also is among the largest purchasers of the low-tranche collateralized loan obligations (CLOs) that would get wiped out in a downturn.
The private credit industry is far too opaque to regulators and the rest of the financial system. Because these firms have never been through a downturn at their current size, markets do not know how to properly value private credit loans and assets in a crisis. As with all financial crises, the panic of not knowing where the floor is makes it far worse. It is important that regulators have the knowledge and the tools to prevent crises before they happen, but that is not possible if they do not know enough about the market.
The updates to Form PF, as originally proposed, would ensure regulators and investors better understand the leverage, interconnectedness, loan quality, and liquidity of this market. It is concerning, therefore, that your agencies have chosen to delay the enforcement of these requirements three times since taking office. Your recent April 24th announcement seeking comments on an extreme watering down of the changes is even more concerning. Beyond these updates, it is critical that you better enforce annual reporting requirements and punish market actors who fail to follow their obligations.
I urge you to move forward with robust, detailed transparency through Form PF by October 1st. Now is not the time for regulators to be in the dark.
Fetterman, McCormick, Introduce Bill to Stop Spread of Spotted Lanternflies - U.S. Senator John Fetterman
Position: Senators Fetterman and McCormick introduced legislation to designate the Spotted Lanternfly as a high-priority research initiative under the National Institute of Food and Agriculture to combat the invasive species and protect agricultural production.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Last week, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Dave McCormick (R-PA), joined by U.S. Senators Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), introduced the Spotted Lanternfly Research and Development Act to designate the Spotted Lanternfly, an invasive species that poses a significant threat to our nation’s agricultural economy, as a high-priority research initiative for the National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
“Spotted lanternflies have ravaged crops that are critical to Pennsylvania’s economy including grapevines, apples, peaches, hops, and more,” said Senator Fetterman. “For over a decade, they have cost the Commonwealth millions of dollars and thousands of jobs. I’m proud to lead this bipartisan bill to combat this invasive species and protect our farmers.”
“Pennsylvania’s farmers work hard to produce some of the best agricultural products in the world, and it’s concerning that their hard work is at risk of being eaten away by pests,” said Senator McCormick. “By investing in research to combat spotted lanternflies, this bill will help protect our farms, strengthen our agricultural economy, and better control this invasive species.”
Spotted lanternflies were first detected in Pennsylvania in 2014. They have since spread throughout the Commonwealth and are currently found in 51 counties. Studies estimate that the species could cost the state $324 million annually if not contained because of the significant damage they cause many pieces of critical agriculture.
Watch Senator Fetterman’s subcommittee hearing on lanternflies here.
Read the full text of the bill here.
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Top PAC donors · 2026 cycle
Political action committees that gave the most to this rep's principal campaign committee this cycle. PAC giving is direct organizational support — industry, ideological, or leadership.
1.KTMC FEDERAL PAC1 contribution$5,000
2.NO LABELS PAC1 contribution$5,000
3.THE HERSHEY COMPANY POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE1 contribution$5,000
4.BMWED - DRIVE COMMITTEE1 contribution$5,000
5.AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR JUSTICE POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (AAJ PAC)2 contributions$5,000
6.CTIA THE WIRELESS ASSOC PAC2 contributions$3,500
7.U.S. ISRAEL PAC (USI PAC)1 contribution$3,000
8.DUANE MORRIS, LLP GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE1 contribution$2,500
9.UTILITY WORKERS UNION OF AMERICA COPE1 contribution$2,500
10.ARENTFOX SCHIFF CIVIC PARTICIPATION FUND (AFSPAC)1 contribution$2,500
Source: OpenFEC (api.open.fec.gov) Schedule A receipts where contributor type is “committee.” Aggregated by contributing committee. Self-transfers from joint-fundraising / victory committees are excluded.
Top individual contributors · 2026 cycle
Itemized individual contributions over $200 to this rep's campaign committee, aggregated by donor employer. PAC giving is shown above; this section is people, not organizations.
1.ROBBINS GELLER RUDMAN AND DOWD LLP$24,000
2.TILEBAR$12,000
3.SEEGER WEISS LLP$12,000
4.GRANT & EISENHOFER$7,000
5.RADICAL VENTURES$7,000
6.ELITE MILES TRAVEL$7,000
7.ARCHIMEDES CAPITAL, LLC$7,000
8.MORGAN & MORGAN$7,000
9.MARQUIS HEALTH$7,000
10.PARKVEST$7,000
Source: OpenFEC Schedule A receipts where contributor type is “individual,” aggregated by the donor's self-reported employer. This is a geographic / industry correlation, not a corporate endorsement.
