Jim Gerlach Clipbook

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Rep. Jim Gerlach (PA-06)


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Notable Headlines

Editorials

Budget Issues

Voted for Final Debt Ceiling Compromise Legislation

In August 2011, Gerlach voted for the final debt ceiling compromise legislation, the Budget Control Actof 2011.

The framework would cut $917 billion in spending over a decade, raise the debt limit initially by $900

billion and assign a special congressional committee, with members from the House and the Senate andappointed by congressional leadership, to find another $1.5 trillion in deficit savings by late November.

If Congress met that deadline and deficit target, or voted to send a balanced budget amendment to thestates, the debt ceiling would be raised an additional $1.5 trillion. The plan guaranteed a vote on thebalanced budget amendment between October and the end of 2011.

If Congress failed to take either step, or debt savings of at least $1.2 trillion were not produced, the planallows the president to obtain a $1.2 trillion debt ceiling increase. That would trigger automatic spendingcuts across the government including in defense and Medicare to take effect starting in 2013. TheMedicare cuts would only affect Provider reimbursements. The legislation included no revenue increases.

The bill was passed by the full House, 269-161. [Bloomberg,8/01/11; S 356,8/01/11]

Voted Against Reids Debt Ceiling Plan

In July 2011, Gerlach voted against Sen. Harry Reids plan to raise the debt ceiling.

Reids plan called for raising the debt limit by $2.4 trillion, requiring no additional debt ceiling vote untilafter the 2012 election.

The plan included $1.2 trillion in discretionary spending cuts over 10 years, mandatory spending cuts of

$100 billion, $1 trillion in savings from winding down combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, and$400 billion in interest savings. The legislation included no revenue increases.

The CBO score of Reids plan said it would reduce the deficit by $2.2 trillion. The bill was rejected by thefull House, 173-246. [New York Times, 7/25/11; HR 2693,7/30/11]

Voted in Favor of Boehners Debt Ceiling Plan

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In July 2011, Gerlach voted in favor of Speaker John Boehners plan to raise the debt ceiling.

Boehners plan called for an immediate debt ceiling raise of $900 billion, spending cuts of $917 billionover 10 years, and an additional debt ceiling vote in six months. The legislation contained no revenueincreases.

Under Boehners plan, the second debt ceiling raise was conditional on the passage of a balanced budgetamendment by both Houses of Congress and the creation of a select joint committee on deficit reduction.

The CBO score of Boehners plan said it would reduce the deficit by $850 billion. The bill was approvedby the full house, 218-210. [ABC News, 7/29/11; S 627, 7/29/11]

Gerlach: Debt Ceiling Debate Will Not Lead to Disruption in Social Security Payments

In July 2011, Gerlach said he was confident the debt ceiling debate would not lead to any disruption inSocial Security checks for seniors or any disruption of the services. [WFMZ, 7/25/11]

Voted in Favor of Cut, Cap and Balance Plan

In July 2011, Gerlach voted in favor of the Cut, Cap and Balance Act, legislation requiring deep spendingcuts, a federal spending cap and a balanced budget amendment in order to raise the federal debt ceiling.

Under Cut, Cap and Balance, discretionary spending in fiscal year 2012 would be reduced below fiscalyear 2008 levels except for Defense, Homeland Security and Veterans affairs. The plan provided auniversal spending cap after 2012. The legislation contained no revenue increases.

The bill was approved by the full House, 234-190. [New York Times, 7/21/11; HR 2560, 7/19/11]

Voted for Cut, Cap and Balance Because He Said it Charts a Responsible Course

In July 2011, Gerlach voted for the Cut, Cap and Balance Act.

He said he supported the bill because it charts a responsible course for restoring much-needed fiscalsanity and making everyone in Washington more accountable to families, seniors, small business ownersand all taxpayers. [mcall.com, 7/20/11]

Former Opponent: Gerlach Committing Grand Theft Auto With Ryan Plan

In a July 2011 editorial for The Mercury, former PA-06 candidate Doug Pike said that while Gerlach

assured constituents that Republicans just wanted to give Medicare a tune-up, the legislation passed wasmore like grand theft auto. Pike called on Americans to demand a sensible tune-up, while they tune outthe Republican scheme to kill traditional Medicare. [The Mercury,7/05/2011]

Supported Funding for National Parks

In June 2011, Gerlach stated his support for funding for National parks. These are national treasures,theres no question about thatI think we can all agree that while we hit some tough spots every now and

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then, were going to come through that and continue making sure that resources like Valley Forge, theHeritage Area and Hopewell Furnace continue to thrive and be accessible to people in this region. [TheTimes Herald, 6/27/2011]

Voted Against Clean Debt Ceiling Raise

In May 2011, Gerlach voted against HR 1954, a clean federal debt ceiling raise of $2.4 trillion.

The bill was rejected by the full House, 97-318. [HR 1954, 5/31/11]

Called the Senate a Road Block in Changing the Status Quo in Washington

In 2011, while discussing the passage of the second Continuing resolution to fund the government,Gerlach accused the Senate of being a road block in changing Washington.

The House has shown again that it is listening to the American people, who want wasteful spendingeliminated, never-ending budget deficits erased and private jobs created, Gerlach said.

We need the Senate Majority leadership to be a partner in our effort to change the status quo. Right now,they appear to be a road block. The Senate Majoritys reluctance to commit to bold plans for confrontingour huge economic challenges has resulted in one stop-gap budget bill after another. Job creators needcertainty to start hiring again, not one more countdown to a federal government shutdown. [The StateColumn,3/25/11]

Voted to Terminate Mortgage Refinance Program

In 2011, Gerlach supported legislation that would cut funding for a program designed to help seniorsrefinance their mortgages. [Gerlach Update,03/15/11]

Voted to Terminate Loan Program to Help Families Prevent Foreclosure

In 2011, Gerlach voted for the Emergency Homeowner Relief Program Termination Act. The programwas designed to help homeowners stay in their homes and take the steps needed to stabilize the housingmarket. [Gerlach Update, 3/15/11]

Business and Consumer Issues

Introduced Small Brew Act to House of Representatives

In March 2011, Gerlach introduced the Small Brew Act. The act is aimed to reduce the small brewer taxrate on the first 60,000 barrels by 50 percent and institute a new rate of $16.00 per barrel on beerproduction above 60,000 barrels up to 2 million barrels. [examiner.com,3/30/11]

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In 2011 Gerlach introduced the Puppy Uniform Protection and Act. The bill requires any breeder whosells fifty or more puppies a year to be licensed and inspected by the Department of Agriculture. The Actalso requires breeders to exercise every dog every day. [North Country Gazette, 3/18/11]

Campaign Finance Issues

Spent $27,965 on Fundraising Consultant

From July to September 2011, Gerlach paid $27,965 for fundraising consulting and reimbursements toThe Gula Graham Group. [Jim Gerlach for Congress, 2011 October Quarterly FEC Report, Filed 10/15/11]

Spent $20,981 on Fundraising Consultant

From July to September 2011, Gerlach paid $20,981 for fundraising consulting and reimbursements toPower 8 Political Consulting. [Jim Gerlach for Congress, 2011 October Quarterly FEC Report, Filed 10/15/11]

Spent $622 for Car Rental, Tolls

From July to September 2011, Gerlach reimbursed himself $622 for car rental expenses and toll charges.[Jim Gerlach for Congress, 2011 October Quarterly FEC Report, Filed 10/15/11]

Reported Campaign Contributions from Republican Main Street and Local Nuclear Energy

Industry

In July 2011, Gerlach reported $2,000 in campaign contributions from the Republican Main Street PACand $5,000 from Exelon PAC, the owner and operator of 16 nuclear facilities in Pennsylvania. Gerlachhas been a long-time proponent of nuclear energy. [Jim Gerlach for Congress, 2011 July Quarterly FEC Report, filed7/15/11; Exelon Corporation website, accessed 7/15/11; Pottstown Mercury, 4/21/11]

Crime & Public Safety Issues

Economic and Financial Issues

Gerlach Op-Ed: End Bonuses for Bailouts

In November 2011, Gerlach wrote an op-ed that called for ending bonuses for top executives in bailouts

and spoke about the legislation that he co-sponsored, the Equity in Government Compensation Act.

Gerlach said, The legislation, which I have co-sponsored, would ensure that executives and employees ofFannie Mae and Freddie Mac receive compensation on par with pay practices at federal financialregulatory agencies. The bill does not make them Federal employees, but it aligns their compensationwith that of Federal employees. [pheonixville.patch.com, 11/20/11]

Strong Proponent of China Currency Bill

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In October 2011, Gerlach came out as a strong proponent of the China currency bill, but said that hewould need to talk to leadership before signing a discharge petition.

Gerlach took issue with the idea that the bill would start a trade war with China. He said, I think the

Chinese need to be sent a signal that they need to change the way they are trading with us and I thinkthis bill does that. [The Hill, 10/10/2011]

Considered Signing Discharge Petition

In October 2011, Gerlach considered signing a discharge petition put out by Rep. Critz in order toforce a vote on his Currency Reform for Fair Trade Act.

In signing the petition, Gerlach would have to cross his party leadership, causing potentialembarrassment for Boehner. Gerlach did not vote for the motion to recommit on the House floor.[politicspa.com,10/14/2011]

Education Issues

Voted to Support School-Voucher System in Washington D.C.

In 2011, Gerlach voted to revive the District of Columbia's school-voucher system at a cost of $100million over five years in deficit spending. [philly.com, 4/03/11]

Called Wisconsin Teacher Walk-Outs Deplorable

In 2011, Gerlach called teacher strikes in Wisconsin deplorable, referring to actions by Wisconsinteachers who had their collective bargaining rights stripped.

I think its deplorable and appalling that those teachers in Wisconsin decided to violate their collectivebargaining agreement and take sick days for days they were clearly not sick. I just dont think thatsethical. [The Times Herald,2/26/11]

Energy Issues

Gerlach Toured Natural Gas Refueling Station With T. Boone Pickens

In May 2011, Gerlach appeared with T. Boone Pickens at West Chester University and toured a refuelingstation for natural gas vehicles. [Associated Press, 5/21/11]

Environmental Issues

Voted to Delay Toxic Pollution Controls

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In October 2011, Gerlach voted for a bill that would make the EPA rewrite regulations created to reducepollution at 150 cement plants worldwide.

In addition, the bill also increases the number of years that companies have to comply with the new

regulations. The bill is the first of two to delay rules to cut toxic air pollution and mercury from cementplants, solid-waste incinerators, and industrial boilers. [philly.com,10/7/2011]

Gerlach Touts Pro-Conservation Plan

In August 2011, Gerlach toured the Hildacy Farm Preserve in support of a bill that would createpermanent tax incentives for those who donate land for conservation and preservation.

Under current legislation, land donors receive tax deductions for up to 16 years following donation. Indetermining how to pay for deductions provided by the bill, Gerlach said That dust will clear a little bitover the next few months in terms of the decisions made on the next years fiscal budget. [Delco Times,8/31/2011]

Gerlach Introduced Bill Which Would Sought To Increase Enforcement Of Environmental

Regulations

In May 2011, Gerlach introduced HR 1696, the Energy Regulatory Public Protection Act. In thelegislation, one of the Findings was that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commissions currentcertificate application approval processdoes not provide adequate protections for local environmentalresources. The bill would establish an Office of Public Advocate within the Department of Justice toprovide services and guidance to citizens in dealing with concerns involving the Federal EnergyRegulatory Commission. One of the prescribed duties of this office would be, Within its sole discretion,

undertake appeal of any Federal Energy Regulatory Commission order it deems appropriate where theorder is harmful to the health, safety, or welfare of affected parties. [Office of Congressman Gerlach, 5/07/11]

Voted to Ban the EPA from Regulating Greenhouse Gas Emissions

In 2011, Gerlach voted yes on a bill that would bar the Environmental Protection Agency from regulatingemissions of greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide. [philly.com,4/08/11]

Ethics Issues

Collected Both State Pensions and Congressional Paychecks

In October 2011, Gerlach was one of five Pennsylvania members of Congress to collect state pensionwhile also earning the $174,000 salary as a member of Congress.

Gerlach wrote in an e-mail, During my 12 years in the state Legislature, I participated in the statepension program the same as other state employees and legislators by contributing a portion of my salaryeach month to the system. Certainly, the current financial state of the system is of concern to state

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government officials and taxpayers, and I would encourage the Legislature and governor to examineappropriate reforms to protect taxpayers and ensure that the state meets its obligations.

Gerlach did not directly address the question of whether or not he should be receiving state pensionswhile receiving a federal salary or whether state legislators should receive pension benefits that other state

employees do not receive. [pottsmerc.com, 10/01/2011]

Foreign Policy Issues Iraq, Afghanistan, Iran, North Korea

Gerlach: Decision to Remove Troops from Afghanistan Should Not Be Based on Politics

In June 2011, Gerlach commented on Obamas plan to remove US troops from Afghanistan in 2012 andsaid, Great care must be taken to ensure that decisions are based on military strategy, not politicalcalculations. [Berks County Reading Eagle,6/23/2011]

Voted for Resolution to Clarify US Role in Libya

In June 2011, Gerlach voted for the House resolution that would require the President to report on theobjectives and activities of the US Armed Forces in Libya since March 19. [Office of Congressman Gerlach,6/03/2011]

Gay and Lesbian Issues

Gun Issues

Health Care Issues

Opposed Restrictions on Marketing Unhealthy Food to Kids

In July 2011, Gerlach wrote to federal agencies complaining that proposed guidelines restricting themarketing of unhealthy food to children represented an alarming regulatory overreach. [SunlightFoundation, 12/22/11]

Gerlach: NIH Funding is Essential

In June 2011, Gerlach signed a letter urging full continued funding for the National Institutes of Healthbecause it is essential to keeping the country competitive in biomedical research and offers one of thebest hopes in helping contain increasing costs of health care. [Office of Congressman Gerlach, 6/15/2011]

Voted Against Ensuring that No Funds Be Cut From Social Security or Medicare

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In 2011, Gerlach voted against an amendment that would ensure that no funds in HJ Res 48, the Houseresolution to keep the government funded through April 8, could be used to cut Social Security orMedicare benefits, privatize Social Security, or switch Medicare to a voucher plan. [philly.com,3/20/11]

Immigration and Border Issues

Israel

Labor and Working Family Issues

Voted to Repeal the Home Affordable Modification Program

In 2011, Gerlach votedto repeal a program that used federal subsidies to induce banks to ease the terms ofmortgages before they reach foreclosure. Under the banks either reduce mortgage payments to 31 percentor less of monthly gross income or facilitate a property sale before foreclosure occurs.

The program has produced about 600,000 loan modifications toward a goal of three million. [philly.com,4/03/11]

Voted Against Home Loan Modification Program for Active-Duty Military

In 2011, Gerlach voted against continuing the Home Affordable Modification Program for active-dutymilitary personnel and Gold Star families. [philly.com,4/03/11]

Other Social Issues

Voted to Repeal the Neighborhood Stabilization Program

In 2011, Gerlach voted to repeal the Neighborhood Stabilization Program. The program provides citiesand nonprofits with funds for buying, repairing, and selling foreclosed, abandoned homes in order to keepneighborhoods intact. [philly.com, 3/20/11]

Senior Issue

Criticized AARP for Not Putting the Best Interest of Seniors First

In 2011, Gerlach criticized AARP for its support of the Affordable Care Act, saying the organizationneeded to put first the interest of senior citizens.

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AARP has been a dominant voice for years on issues affecting seniors, but the organization has anobligation to its members to be completely transparent about its advocacy work, said Gerlach. [GerlachHouse Update,4/05/11]

Stem Cells

Tax Issues

Vowed to Repeal Medical Device Excise Tax

In 2011, Gerlach vowed to repeal a 2.3% excise tax on medical devices that was included in theAffordable Care Act. It was included as a means of funding the Medicaid exchange program as well aswhat was intended to be universal dental coverage. [Dentistry IQ, 3/11/11]

Tea Party

Received 48% Score From Heritage Action for America

In August 2011, Heritage Action released a scorecard that encompassed 30 key votes and 5 co-sponsorships. Gerlach received a 48 percent score from Heritage Action for America in 2011. [HeritageAction for America, accessed 8/29/11]

Transportation Issues

Womens Issues

Family Research Council Launched Campaign Ad in Gerlachs District

In 2011, the Family Research Council Action launched a radio ad campaign in Gerlachs district callingon Gerlach to vote for the No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion Act. [Family Freedom Fund press release, ,4/05/11]

Miscellaneous

Endorsed Mitt Romney for President

In November 2011, Gerlach endorsed Mitt Romney for president.

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Gerlach said, It is clear that President Obama's policies of the last three years have failed. At a time whenour budget deficits have skyrocketed and unemployment remains dangerously high, we need a radicallydifferent approach in Washington. Mitt Romney has demonstrated that conservative leadership andsolutions can fix the problems our country faces. I look forward to working with him to address theseissues. [Post Gazette,11/09/11; pottsmerc.com,11/11/11]

Spent $455.73 on Bottled Water

From July-September 2011, Gerlach spent $455.73 on bottled from Deer Park and The Water Guy. [20113nd Quarter Statements of Disbursement,10/5/11]

Spent $23,260.02 on Printing Costs

From July-September 2011, Gerlach spent $23,260.02 on printing and reproduction services. [2011 3nd

Quarter Statements of Disbursement,10/5/11]

Reimbursed Himself $2,112.20 in Travel Expenses

From July-September 2011, Gerlach was reimbursed $2,112.20 in private auto mileage, taxis, parking,and tolls. [2011 3nd Quarter Statements of Disbursement, 10/5/11]

Spent $28,545.70 on Franked Mail

From July-September 2011, Gerlach spent $28,545.70 on franked mail distributed via the U.S. PostalService. [2011 3nd Quarter Statements of Disbursement, 10/5/11]

2012 CampaignReceived $1,000 from American Bankers Association

On October 24, 2011,Gerlach received $1,000 from the American Bankers Association PAC. Thiscontribution brings Gerlachs total from the American Bankers Association to $5,000. [Jim Gerlach forCongress, 2011 Year-End FEC Report, Filed 1/31/12]

Received $1,000 from Morgan Stanley

On December 7, 2011, Gerlach received $1,000 from the Morgan Stanley PAC. This contribution bringsGerlachs total from Morgan Stanley to $2,000 year-to-date. [Jim Gerlach for Congress, 2011 Year-End FECReport, Filed 1/31/12]

Received $1,000 from Ernst & Young

On December 8, 2011, Gerlach received $1,000 from the Ernst & Young PAC. This contribution bringsGerlachs total from Ernst & Young to $3,000 year-to-date. [Jim Gerlach for Congress, 2011 Year-End FECReport, Filed 1/31/12]

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Spent $18,000 on Fundraising Retainer

From October to December 2011,Gerlach spent $18,000 on fundraising retainers from the Gula GrahamGroup. [Jim Gerlach for Congress, 2011 Year-End FEC Report, Filed 1/31/12]

Spent $20,800 on Campaign Financial Consulting

From October to December 2011, Gerlach spent $20,800 on campaign financial consulting from Power 8Political Consulting. [Jim Gerlach for Congress, 2011 Year-End FEC Report, Filed 1/31/12]

Received $174,000 in PAC Contributions

From October to December 2011,Gerlach received $174,000 from PACs. These contributions made up62 percent of the committees receipts. [Jim Gerlach for Congress, 2011 Year-End FEC Report, Filed 1/31/12]

Trivedi Backed by DCCC

In January 2012, the DCCC announced that Manan Trivedi had been added to its Red to Blue program,qualifying him for additional DCCC support in his race against Gerlach. [Morning Call, 1/18/12]

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