
Rep. Harry Mitchell The East Valley Tribune has put together an interactive page where you can hear Veterans' stories in their own words. It's a great tribute to our brave men and women in uniform.
East Valley Tribune | East Valley Tribune | Veterans Day | Daily Arizona News for Chandler, Gilbert,
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Rep. Harry Mitchell Doing nothing is not an option.
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Harry Mitchell today released the following statement ahead of the scheduled House vote on H.R. 3962, The Affordable Health Care for America Act:

Rep. Harry Mitchell More notable sections from reading the Health Care bill -- Enhancement to primary workforce (pg 1220) and nursing workforce (pg 1246).

Rep. Harry Mitchell I am proud to cosponsor H.R. 3943, the bipartisan Post 9/11 Troops to Teachers Enhancement Act, to help more troops transitioning to civilian life become teachers. As a former teacher, I know how important it is to have well-trained instructors in the classrooms, as well as help veterans in the transition back to civilian life.
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From NBC's Kelly PaiceRepublican Sen. John McCain, along with four of his colleagues on the Hill, yesterday introduced a bipartisan post-9/11 Troops to Teachers Enhancement Act, which expands and modernizes the current Troops to Teachers (TTT) program

Rep. Harry Mitchell More notes from reading the bill: Section 309 PG 202 - Insurance Across State Lines. Other sections to look at carefully - Public Option Negotiated Rates: Sec 323 PG 216 & Small Business Exemption up to $500,000: Sec 413 PG 276

Rep. Harry Mitchell Reading the health care bill. Some items of note: It includes Senator McCain's idea for a high risk pool on page 16; It bans insurance companies from discriminating against pre-existing conditions on page 95; Young adults can stay on their parents coverage through age 26 on page 101.

Rep. Harry Mitchell The Senate announced a deal to extend and expand the Homebuyer Tax Credit -- this is a big step for the tax credit that could help Arizona's housing market and economy.
Agent: Extended homebuyer credit beneficial | Arizona Business, personal finance, technology news fo
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The federal first-time homebuyer tax credit that many in the local real estate community say has helped spur area home sales could see life beyond the Nov. 30 expiration date.

Rep. Harry Mitchell I just returned from the White House where President Obama signed H.R. 1016, the Veterans Health Care Budget Reform and Transparency Act of 2009. This bill will help ensure that veterans have timely and quality medical care from the VA.
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President Obama signed legislation to speed up money for veterans health care, making good on a promise me made as a candidate to break through the delays common in Washington.

Rep. Harry Mitchell Today I voted for and the House passed S. 1793, by a bipartian vote of 408-9. The Ryan White program has been serving people with AIDS and HIV for nearly two decades, providing care, treatment and support services to nearly half a million people - most of whom are low-income.
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Rep. Harry Mitchell I was humbled at my recent visit to Mesa's City Council meeting. I am proud to represent west Mesa and will keep working hard for them.
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Mesa City Hall/Gary Nelson: Mesa's top officials were in a celebratory and congratulatory mood Monday night, and they had some heavy-hitting company to share the festivities. U.S. Rep. Harry Mitchell, D-Ariz., whose district includes Mesa west of Country Club Drive,... />

Rep. Harry Mitchell Yesterday I challenged the Department of Veterans Affairs to lay out a plan to ensure veterans receive the GI Bill benefits they have earned in a timely manner. No veteran should have their education delayed.
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As frustration mounts in Congress and on campuses, the Department of Veterans Affairs attempts to explain a backlog of nearly 30,000 GI Bill benefit payments.

Rep. Harry Mitchell I was proud to vote for the Service Members Homeownership Tax Act. It can help strengthen the housing industry and ensure that service members can take advantage of the first time homebuyer tax credit.
House Votes to Extend First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit for Service Members - The Home Front (usnews.
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The development comes amid mounting speculation over the future of the popular tax perk.

Rep. Harry Mitchell
I've updated the H1N1 Flu Information Hub on my website to help you and your families stay informed and healthy as the flu season approaches. On the Hub, you will be able to find current information about how to prevent catching or spreading airborne infections, and what to do if you or a family member becomes infecte...d with H1N1 flu. http://mitchell.house.gov/index.php?opti on=com_content&task=view&id=375&Itemid=8 0Read More
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Arizona influenza surveillance has been ongoing and H1N1 Influenza Strain is expected to cause an increased number of illnesses during the upcoming fall influenza season. The Az Department of Health Services ...

Rep. Harry Mitchell
Great article in today's Arizona Republic about the Travel Promotion Act and how it can benefit Arizona. http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic /business/articles/2009/10/09/20091009bi z-internationaltravelers1009.html
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U.S. Congress moves closer to global push for tourism, When travel industry officials pitch the proposed legislation to promote the United States abroad, they point to sobering statistics such as those released Thursday by the federal government.

Rep. Harry Mitchell
Last night the House of Representatives passed the Travel Promotion Act. I was a proud co-sponsor of this bill because it can help boost valley tourism by increasing travel to our state as well as help protect jobs that are impacted by tourism. http://mitchell.house.gov/index.php?opti on=com_content&task=view&id=608&Itemid=8 0
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WASHINGTON– The U.S. House of Representatives voted last night to pass a bill, co-sponsored by U.S. Rep. Harry Mitchell, to help boost international tourism in the Phoenix-metro area and other U.S. destinations.











