Lou Barletta for Congress

Barletta adjusting to routine in Washington

Since Republican Lou Barletta was sworn into office Jan. 5, he has dealt with a historic flood in his home region that still demands his time while working to fulfill campaign promises. And with another year left on his two-year term, more work remains.

Congressional Democrats plan Alabama trip to protest immigration law

A group of Democratic members of Congress opposed to Alabama's immigration law will be in Birmingham later this month to draw attention to what they say is a civil rights emergency.

Immigration bill splits House GOP

House Republicans are split over an immigration bill that is backed by presidential candidate Mitt Romney as the measure is attracting escalating criticism from industry groups and rank-and-file members. The rift over House Judiciary Committee Chairman Lamar Smith’s (R-Texas) E-Verify bill is jeopardizing its chances of passing the Republican-controlled House.

National Journal: Longtime Illegal-Immigration Foe Vows to Kill E-Verify

House proponents of a law that would require employers to electronically verify their workers’ legal status knew they would have to fight Democrats. But they didn’t expect resistance from the likes of Rep. Lou Barletta, R-Pa. The freshman vowed to do whatever it takes, even working with Democrats, to block so-called E-Verify legislation.

Lou Barletta: 'Legal Workforce Act' undermines states' rights, must be defeated

On May 3, 2011, the chief of police in Beaver Meadows, Pa., stopped a man for speeding. The driver spoke no English, so a translator was called. He didn't know his address. He had no job. Yet he had $3,000 in cash in his pockets. He had two state-issued cards -- in different names -- that allowed him to access taxpayer-funded welfare. He admitted he was in the United States illegally -- and had been for six years.

Sam Lesante Show: Lou Barletta discusses flooding

Sam talks with Lou Barletta, 11th Congressional District about the recent flooding in the North Eastern part of Pennsylvania.

Important Flood Information

I’ve returned to Pennsylvania’s 11th District from Washington, D.C. due to the unprecedented flooding which has necessitated a state of emergency here in Northeastern Pennsylvania. My office and I are working with local, state, and federal officials during this crisis.

Times Leader: Barletta, Casey: WPA not answer

One thing they agree on is that establishing a 21st century Works Progress Administration is not the answer to lowering the country’s unemployment rate.

Pocono Record: Barletta didn't really suspend town hall meets

I have never refused to meet in free, open forums. I do not charge constituents to hear me speak.

Times Leader: Barletta will run for second term

Barletta, R-Hazleton, confirmed that he will run for a second term, saying that after 9 months in office “it’s clear a lot of work needs to be done.”

Standard Speaker: Federal appeals court vacates ruling on Hazleton case

The U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a mandate that declares Hazleton's immigration ordinance unconstitutional, the mayor confirmed Tuesday.

NY Post: Another amnesty?

New bill hobbles border states

History is threatening to re peat itself. Twenty-five years ago, Congress passed the Simpson-Mazzoli Act (better known among conservatives as the 1986 illegal-alien amnesty), which gave a path to citizenship to illegal aliens already here in exchange for prohibiting the hiring of illegal workers -- a provision that has been enforced only sporadically. It was a raw deal for conservatives.