On Monday, April 9, 2012, Congressman Dent participated in a press conference announcing a $1.17 million project to revitalize historic homes in Allentown's Old Fairground neighborhood. The project is supported by local businesses and non-profit organizations.
On Wednesday, March 7, 2012, Congressman Dent was recognized with the Congressional Champion Award from Fight Colorectal Cancer during a ceremony on the stairs of the U.S. Capitol.
On Monday, February 6, 2012, Congressman Dent conducted a town hall style meeting with employees from the Lehigh Valley Health Network.
Congressman Dent chats with representatives from Marcho Farms in Harleysville, Montgomery County, as well as Dr. Bruce McPheron, Dean of the Penn State University College of Agricultural Sciences, at the Pennsylvania Farm Show in Harrisburg.
Congressman Dent welcomes students from Liberty High School in Bethlehem to the U.S. Capitol.
Congressman Dent meets with local leaders of the asphalt industry at his District Office in Allentown.
Congressman Dent discusses 'Jihad Jane' on MSNBC
Feature News
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Dent Amendment on Terrorist Group Passes Appropriations Committee
WASHINGTON, D.C. – An amendment offered today by U.S. Rep. Charlie Dent (PA-15) to the Fiscal Year 2013 State and Foreign Operations Appropriations Act requiring the U.S. Department of State to determine whether Nigeria’s Boko Haram meets criteria for designation as a Foreign Terroris... Read More
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Unemployment Compensation Update
HR 4853, which will retroactively extend unemployment benefits from Nov. 30 through the end of 2011, passed with my support on Dec. 16. For more information on how this may affect your benefits, please contact the PA Department of Labor & Industry by calling 888-313-7284.
Staying In Touch
Staying in Touch
I recently sent this newsletter to the constituents of the 15th District. It contains contact information for resources that may be helpful to you and your family.Announcements
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Small Business Workshop Series
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