John Joyce
RThe first weekend of this year’s Apple Harvest Festival in Adams County was a great success. This annual community event is a wonderful way to kick off the fall season with the whole family. A special thanks to the over 300 vendors for providing a variety of homegrown treats for everyone to enjoy.
It’s National Manufacturing Day🦺 To all the engineers, welders, assemblers, machine operators, technicians, and others who support American Manufacturing, thank you! Your talent and dedication are the driving force behind the success of Made in America. https://t.co/JMzyc3k58X
Last night, Senate Democrats rejected the Ratepayer Protection Act, which passed the House with overwhelming bipartisan support. Republicans listened to the concerns of constituents, but Democrats chose obstruction over commonsense relief for the American people.
It’s a great time of year to support our local farmers! During my time in Franklin County, I stopped by Shady Grove Farms to pick up some great-looking pumpkins. Keep an eye out for farm stands across #PA13 and enjoy what our community’s farmers have grown right here at home. https://t.co/adUtyfONU8
Healthcare workers face more workplace violence than any other profession. That reality is unacceptable, and we must confront it. Last week, I joined @RNAction to talk about how to strengthen protections because the people who care for us deserve to feel safe while doing it. https://t.co/H5DtgyCiXn
Thank you @SecRollins, for investing $145,838 into Family Farm Direct LLC right here in Waynesboro, PA! Our farmers work around the clock to put food on our tables and keep our local economy strong. We'll keep fighting to make sure they get the support they've earned.
Washington, D.C. – Today, the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health will hold a legislative hearing titled Examining Legislative Proposals to Reform Medicare Provider Payment and Bolster Health Care Cybersecurity. The hearing will examine Congressman John Joyce, M.D.’s Patients First Act of 2026 (H.R. 9693). Introduced in July alongside Reps. Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08) and Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03), the bipartisan legislation is necessary to keep patients healthy, preserve competition, and deliver affordability. The comprehensive, solution-focused Patients First Act has received support from health care organizations across the country. Here’s what they’re saying about the legislation: American College of Physicians: “ACP strongly supports this critical legislation, which would strengthen Medicare beneficiaries’ access to care and help independent physician practices remain financially viable. These objectives are especially important in rural and underserved communities, where the number of independent physician practices has declined significantly over the last several decades. The continued loss of independent physician practices can further limit access to care, requiring patients to travel longer distances or wait longer to see a physician.” American Osteopathic Association: “The American Osteopathic Association, alongside the 62 undersigned osteopathic specialty colleges and divisional societies – collectively representing more than 207,000 osteopathic physicians and medical students across the United States – share an unwavering belief that everyone deserves access to quality, affordable health care. Our organizations strongly support the introduction of the Patients First Act, which would bring Medicare physician payment into the 21st century while strengthening access to care for patients across the country. We urge you to pass this bipartisan legislation to ensure your constituents have access to the care they need.” American Society of Anesthesiology: "This legislation represents a serious and constructive effort to address longstanding weaknesses in the Medicare physician payment system. Most importantly, it would replace inadequate and unpredictable payment updates with annual updates tied to the Medicare Economic Index, helping physician practices keep pace with the rising costs of delivering high-quality care to Medicare patients." American Urological Association: “These reforms will help preserve patient access to specialty care while providing physicians with the stability necessary to invest in their practices, workforce, and the delivery of high-quality care. The legislation also strengthens the long-term transition to value-based care by establishing a more sustainable foundation for physician participation in innovative payment models.” National Association of Accountable Care Organizations: “These policies address long-standing challenges that have threatened access to high-quality care for America’s seniors. Clinicians cannot take a pay cut, and their pay must reflect the ongoing investment required to provide care.” United States of Care: “The Patients First Act is the product of serious, sustained bipartisan collaboration, and is a critical first step in prioritizing whole-person, patient-first primary care. By advancing a demonstration program that supports independent primary care practices, moving us away from a broken payment model, and allowing participating primary care providers to prioritize keeping people healthy, this bill puts people at the center of care in a way that is long overdue. Critically, this bill also eliminates cost-sharing for patients for certain primary care services in the demonstration program, removing a major affordability barrier for people covered by Medicare. We thank Representatives Joyce, Schrier, Murphy, and the bipartisan coalition of cosponsors for their leadership, and we look forward to continued collaboration on these efforts as the legislative process moves forward." Read the Section by SectionHERE. Read the full bill textHERE.
Right now, @HouseCommerce's Subcommittee on Health is holding a legislative hearing examining my bipartisan Patients First Act. This legislation addresses the challenges physicians face in maintaining affordable, high-quality care for their patients. Read what supporters of the Patients First Act are saying: https://t.co/oIKFaV0b10
Today, on this solemn day, please join me in remembering our 2,977 fallen heroes whose lives were stolen from us twenty-five years ago in the wake of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. We remember the bravery and strength of the first responders who ran into danger, the Gold Star families who continue to carry on the legacy of their loved ones, and the heroic Americans, like those aboard Flight 93, who responded to unimaginable circumstances with extraordinary courage and selflessness to protect their fellow Americans. Twenty-five years ago, we made a promise to never forget. Today, we recommit to that promise and to the shared sense of unity that bonded our nation in the aftermath.
Happy Labor Day, #PA13! Our district runs on the hard work of farmers, manufacturers, engineers, and all the workers who show up every day to build stronger communities and a stronger nation. Today, we celebrate your contributions and thank you for a job well done. https://t.co/rhPdvRtsRk
Across the country, we sit on a wealth of resources that remain untapped. Instead, we give that advantage to other countries, strengthening their economies and making America dependent on foreign supply chains. To truly achieve Made in America, we first need to Mine in America. https://t.co/KVbk2nDldd
After 20+ years practicing medicine in rural communities, I saw firsthand the unique challenges families face when care is out of reach. That’s why I fought to deliver nearly $200M through @HouseGOP’s Working Families Tax Cuts to expand access to quality care across our state. https://t.co/d5ZXaGBCH6
Last year, Democrats kept the government shutdown for 43 days – the longest in American history. That was a lesson learned moment. Just now, @HouseGOP acted to extend funding through December, keeping the government open and avoiding the costs and consequences of another shutdown.
September 1, 2026 Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman John Joyce, M.D., (PA-13) joined his colleagues to proactively pass legislation to keep the government open and funded through December 11, 2026. "Nobody wants a repeat of last year, when Democrats deliberately dragged out the government shutdown to a record-breaking 43 days, the longest in American history,” said Congressman Joyce. “Republicans refused to let that happen again. We acted early and decisively to prevent another shutdown and spare the country of its entirely avoidable consequences. Today’s vote ensures the government stays open to serve the American people, while we continue our work in Congress to pass full-year appropriations legislation.” Background In the 119th Congress (2025-2026), Congressman Joyce helped introduce legislation (H.J. Res. 128) that would prohibit Members of Congress from receiving compensation, including retroactive pay once the government has reopened, during a government shutdown. In addition, Congressman Joyce is a cosponsor of comprehensive bipartisan legislation (H.R. 5870) that would prevent future government shutdowns by requiring Congress to remain in Washington until funding legislation is passed while providing the necessary funding to keep government agencies open and serving the American taxpayers until Congress’ work is done. Issues:Congress
Students and educators are heading back to the classroom for another great year of learning. Under @POTUS, parents are back in the driver’s seat, school choice is expanding, and curriculum is refocusing on education over indoctrination. Republicans will always fight for the opportunities America's children need to succeed. https://t.co/59n1KDx8Lk
Every family deserves access to quality care close to home. Proud to have helped pass the Working Families Tax Cut to make that a reality for rural communities across #PA13.
Today, I had the privilege of joining the Shippensburg community to celebrate Volvo Construction Equipment’s $40 million investment to bring more production home, strengthen domestic supply chains, and create new opportunities for Pennsylvania workers. Volvo is leading the way in revitalizing American manufacturing and investing in our exceptionally skilled workforce that makes it possible. This is a win for Pennsylvania and a win for America.
My office is now accepting applications from students seeking a nomination to one of our nation’s prestigious service academies. Applications for nominations will be received through November 1. Interested in serving our nation? Learn more about the application process and eligibility requirements: https://t.co/a5D9NL8mRl
This morning, I had the honor of joining the @PennStateWREST team at the White House! Penn State is proud to be home to a consistently exceptional athletic program, developing champions like @NoBickal and so many others. Great young men, guided by one of the best coaching staffs in the country in Coach Sanderson and his team.
Great news for our local veterans: The Department of Veterans Affairs recently approved $9.7 million to improve healthcare infrastructure at the James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center in Altoona. These maintenance projects, replacements, and facility upgrades will help maintain operational capability and advance healthcare delivery for the veterans who rely on this medical center.
The August District Work Period is always a highlight of the year, giving me the chance to be home and travel throughout PA-13. Last week's stops took me across Cambria County to connect with community leaders and local businesses, including the Southmont Borough Volunteer Fire Department, Watkins Security, the Cambria County Library, and Johnstown City Hall. Great conversations with the people who keep our communities strong!
Happy Birthday to Vice President JD Vance! 🇺🇸 https://t.co/5MlLX3iAsh
Dr. Fauci already received a full pardon from Biden. Pleading the 5th today was a choice to dodge accountability instead of giving the American people the straight answers they deserve. https://t.co/HYjoMaDyjv
The baking industry connects Pennsylvania farms, processors, manufacturers, and families to tables across the country. As co-chair of the Congressional Baking Caucus, I’m proud to champion policies that help this industry continue to grow and serve families nationwide. https://t.co/ddtkHQ2szw
Dr. Fauci’s fixation on preserving his own image and maintaining his position of power eroded public trust, undermined the integrity of our public health institutions, and failed the American people. https://t.co/L4Hzxod0NT