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June 27, 2025
HAWLEY — At 100 years old, World War II veteran Sgt. Joseph Drake of Hawley is a living testament to courage and sacrifice, U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan Jr. said this week.
June 26, 2025
WASHINGTON, DC: Today, U.S. Representative Rob Bresnahan, Jr. (PA-08) joined Congressional leaders and Presidential Cabinet Members to honor World War II veteran Sgt. Joseph Drake of Hawley, PA with the Congressional Gold Medal, the highest honor presented by Congress. Sgt. Drake and Pfc. John Wardell accepted the medal on behalf of all WWII Army Rangers.
June 26, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C., USA — 80 years after the end of World War II, our nation's heroes are receiving a long overdue honor. At the nation's capital in Washington, D.C., several United States Army Rangers are being honored with the Congressional Gold Medal.
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June 25, 2025
WILKES-BARRE — U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan Jr. said on Wednesday that Head Start programs give kids the boost they need for a strong start in life.
June 25, 2025
WILKES-BARRE, PA: Today, U.S. Representative Rob Bresnahan, Jr. (PA-08) announced over $11 million in federal funding for Head Start programs in Luzerne and Lackawanna Counties. The grants will help provide early childhood education, healthcare, nutrition, and family support services to children and families across the region.
June 24, 2025
WASHINGTON, DC: Today, U.S. Representative Rob Bresnahan, Jr. (PA-08) announced the official launch of the Congressional App Challenge for students across Pennsylvania’s Eighth Congressional District. This annual competition is a fantastic opportunity for middle and high school students across Northeastern Pennsylvania to dive into the world of STEM, coding, and computer science through hands-on experience.
June 24, 2025
WILKES-BARRE, PA — On June 20, U.S. Representative Rob Bresnahan, Jr. (PA-08) announced the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) has been awarded two federal grants in the amounts of $334,524 and $241,300 from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Both grants are part of the FY 2025 Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) program.
June 24, 2025
WASHINGTON, DC — on June 24, U.S. Representative Rob Bresnahan, Jr. (PA-08) announced the official launch of the Congressional App Challenge for students across Pennsylvania’s Eighth Congressional District. This annual competition is a fantastic opportunity for middle and high school students across Northeastern Pennsylvania to dive into the world of STEM, coding, and computer science through hands-on experience.
June 24, 2025
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport will benefit from nearly $600,000 in federal funding for infrastructure projects delivered through a pair of grants.
June 23, 2025
WASHINGTON, DC: Today, U.S. Representative Rob Bresnahan, Jr. (PA-08) joined the Greater Scranton and U.S. Chambers of Commerce for a roundtable discussion with local leaders and stakeholders on tax reform and pro-growth tax policies. During the roundtable, local business leaders shared their stories, priorities, and concerns directly with Rep. Bresnahan and the chambers.