Rep. Mark Critz

Democrat  •  12th District, Pennsylvania  •  2nd Term  •  Sworn In 2010
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06/02/12
It's not winter, but APR skates free from jail

Thanks to Politwoops.com, though, we can now see the tweets deleted by Congress members, President Barack Obama and presidential candidates, tweets such as this controversial one by U.S. Rep. Mark Critz five months ago: “Thank you all for the kind birthd

Source: Beaver County Times
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06/01/12
It's Obama v. Clinton in NJ House Race

He endorsed Rep. Mark Critz D-Pa., in his successful primary battle against Rep. Jason Altmire. Critz was a former aide to the late Rep. John Murtha, D-Pa., and a Hillary Clinton supporter. Bill Clinton is also supporting Rep. Brad Sherman, D-Calif.,

Source: USA Today
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06/01/12
Steelers owner to back Critz

S. Rep. Mark Critz, D-Johnstown. Among the guests expected to attend is former rival Rep. Jason Altimire, who lost in the primary for the Democratic nomination from the realigned 12th District. Tickets for the event range from $250 to $2,500. It will be ..

Source: Tribune-Democrat
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06/01/12
House rejects bill penalizing doctors for sex selective abortions

...for it were Reps. Jason Altmire (Pa.), John Barrow (Ga.), Dan Boren (Okla.), Jim Cooper (Tenn.), Jerry Costello (Ill.), Mark Critz (Pa.), Henry Cuellar (Texas), Joe Donnelly (Ind.), John Garamendi (Calif.), Tim Holden (Pa.), Larry Kissell (N.C.), Daniel

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06/01/12
It's Obama v. Clinton in NJ House Race

...is not the first U.S. House race to highlight his lingering loyalties from the 2008 presidential campaign. He endorsed Rep. Mark Critz D-Pa., in his successful primary battle against Rep. Jason Altmire. Critz was a former aide to the late Rep. John Murt

Source: USA Today
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06/01/12
House Democrats Vote to Support Gender-Based Abortions

Today, the House rejected H.R. 3541 The Prenatal Non-Discrimination Act (PRENDA), sponsored by AZ Republican Trent Franks, which would have made it a federal crime for a doctor to perform an abortion based on the gender or race of the fetus. The bill req

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05/31/12
Bill Clinton to campaign against Scott Walker ahead of Wisconsin recall

The former president has posted an impressive record in 2012 endorsements to date, helping Rep. Mark Critz (D-Pa.) and Pennsylvania attorney general candidate Kathleen Kane both win their Democratic primaries after trailing early on. Clinton also helped ..

Source: Thehill.com
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05/30/12
Anti-incumbent fever scarcely in evidence

Kucinich lost to another incumbent, Rep. Marcy Kaptor, while Altmire was defeated by fellow Pennsylvania Rep. Mark Critz. Not even Matt Cartwright, the lawyer who defeated Holden, cited anti-incumbent anger for his triumph. Assessing his victory on primary

Source: AP
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05/30/12
New Jersey: Bill Clinton Holds Rally for Bill Pascrell

...by the former commander in chief is not guaranteed with his endorsement. Clinton did not campaign in person for Rep. Mark Critz ahead of his April primary victory. But he did attend a rally for Rep. Silvestre Reyes (D-Texas), who was locked in a competi

Source: Roll Call
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05/30/12
$9 millioin sewerage project long in works in Derry Township, New Alexandria under way

Rep. Mark Critz, D-Johnstown, said during the ceremony that infrastructure improvements will help spur economic growth. "We have to do these projects if we want the area to thrive," he said. "It's all a part of a big puzzle." A major puzzle ...

Source: PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW
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05/29/12
New book examines Murtha's legacy, influence

Jim Penna was a broadcast journalist. He has been district director to U.S. Rep. Mark Critz, Murtha’s successor, since 2010. Penna was interviewing Murtha for an independent project. The congressman had warned about terrorists using airplanes ...

Source: Daily American Online
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05/29/12
Elections 2012: Despite Costly GOP Efforts, Incumbent Defeats Still Relatively Rare

Kucinich lost to another incumbent, Rep. Marcy Kaptor, while Altmire was defeated by fellow Pennsylvania Rep. Mark Critz. Not even Matt Cartwright, the lawyer who defeated Holden, cited anti-incumbent anger for his triumph. Assessing his victory ...

Source: Huffington Post
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05/29/12
Somerset businessman wins award

Glenn L. Wilson of AmeriServ Financial in Johnstown was named financial services advocate of the year. U.S. Rep. Mark Critz, D-Johnstown, will receive the Richard Crawford Award for his work on behalf of small businesses.

Source: Daily American Online
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05/28/12
Americans show respect, pride for protectors of freedom

They died so we can continue to value the things that they treasured -- family, community and country." Rep. Mark Critz of Johnstown, keynote speaker at the Smithton service, said the last two lines of the national anthem -- "The land of the ...

Source: PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW
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05/28/12
New treatment system dedicated

“This is just truly an effort of cooperation. Everybody really got together and made this happen,” said Dave Coder, deputy district director for U.S. Rep. Mark Critz, D-Johnstown. Coder said without the cooperation of Brownsville Borough, Luzerne ...

Source: Herald-Standard
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05/27/12
Persons of the Week: Nanty Glo vets will remember fallen comrades

At noon, they will hold a ceremony at the post, located at 974 First St. A representative from the office of U.S. Rep. Mark Critz, D-Johnstown, will be the guest speaker, he said. The Blacklick Valley Junior-Senior High School marching band will perform ..

Source: Tribune-Democrat
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05/25/12
Friday Morning Coffee: A Breakfast Buffet Of Links.

Perhaps he's expecting 1 million people? And if you're in Pittsburgh tomorrow, you can pony up as much as $2,000 to watch a Pirates game with U.S. Rep. Mark Critz. Or you can stay home and watch hilariously inept baseball on TV for nearly free.

Source: Eagles Insiders (blog)
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05/25/12
Allenport residents: Parked train cars must go

The club complained to state Rep. Peter J. Daley, D-California, who referred the problem to U.S. Rep. Mark Critz because railroads fall under federal jurisdiction, Riggle said. He said he is waiting to hear back from Critz, D-12th District.

Source: Observer-Reporter
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05/25/12
Allenport residents: Parked train cars must go

...one lives down there." The club complained to state Rep. Peter J. Daley, D-California, who referred the problem to U.S. Rep. Mark Critz because railroads fall under federal jurisdiction, Riggle said. He said he is waiting to hear back from Critz, D-12th

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05/25/12
Friday Morning Coffee: A Breakfast Buffet Of Links.

...million people? And if you're in Pittsburgh tomorrow, you can pony up as much as $2,000 to watch a Pirates game with U.S. Rep. Mark Critz. Or you can stay home and watch hilariously inept baseball on TV for nearly free. You Say It's Your Birthday Dept.

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05/24/12
Showcase unveils $292 million in potential contracts

U.S. Rep. Mark Critz, D-Johnstown, noted that local companies are finding success in spite of “lean times” in terms of government spending. “We continue to do it the way it needs to be done,” Critz said. Linda Thomson, president and CEO ...

Source: Daily American Online
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05/24/12
Area Memorial Day parades and events

Recording artist David Demarco, formerly of Beaver County and vocalist Rachel Hanlon of West Liberty will perform. U.S. Rep. Mark Critz, D-12, will attend. Free refreshments will follow. The Ellwood City parade will begin at the Veterans Memorial/Lincoln .

Source: Beaver County Times
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05/24/12
More than $200 million in contracts awarded at annual Showcase For Commerce

...well over $200 million were announced Thursday morning at the annual Showcase For Commerce in Johnstown. U.S. Rep. Mark Critz of Pennsylvania's 12th District said the winning bids and contracts depict the reputation of the area, and the money allotted f

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05/23/12
Exhibitors applaud area’s ‘can-do spirit’

But Showcase has come out of Murtha’s shadow and become a premier national and international attraction, his successor, U.S. Rep. Mark Critz of Johnstown, said to open Wednesday’s reception in the War Memorial. “The tenacity of this area cannot be ..

Source: Tribune-Democrat
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05/23/12
Showcase for Commerce kicks off in Johnstown

An opening ceremony for the 22nd annual Showcase for Commerce was punctuated by strong words from U.S. Rep. Mark Critz. He told those at the Cambria County War Memorial Arena in Johnstown that it's time to continue the event's successful legacy ...

Source: Daily American Online
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05/23/12
Election cycle revives Obama-Clinton rivalry

Kane won by more than 5 percentage points. Bill Clinton also endorsed Rep. Mark Critz, who won a narrow victory over fellow Democratic Rep. Jason Altmire in April after redistricting put them in the same district in western Pennsylvania.

Source: Republic
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05/23/12
Devil's bargain: The 911th gets cover, but under a bad spending bill

...Rep. Tim Murphy of Upper St. Clair and Democratic Reps. Mike Doyle of Forest Hills, Jason Altmire of McCandless and Mark Critz of Johnstown. The Air Force would be barred from closing bases without a review by Congress, meaning a reprieve for the shutdo

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05/22/12
Business managers meet with government buyers

The 22nd annual event was originally launched by the late John Murtha, longtime congressman from Johnstown. Rep. Mark Critz, Murtha’s successor, opened this year’s Showcase on Tuesday morning with a welcome to participants in the Government Procurement

Source: Tribune-Democrat
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05/22/12
Event has ‘a lot of great business’

“Ignorance of what is going on doesn't get you off,” he warned. Today's workshop provided the ideal opening for Showcase, Rep. Mark Critz said, welcoming the participants. “What better event than talking about the regulations and cost of government .

Source: Tribune-Democrat
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05/22/12
Event has ‘a lot of great business’

“Ignorance of what is going on doesn't get you off,” he warned. Today's workshop provided the ideal opening for Showcase, Rep. Mark Critz said, welcoming the participants. “What better event than talking about the regulations and cost of government .

Source: Tribune-Democrat
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