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Rep. Pyle presented a citation on the House floor to John Kellner for his great achievements in the National Veterans Wheelchair Games. John is an eight-time medal winner for archery, bowling, track and weightlifting. Since the 2001 National Veterans Wheelchair Games, John has brought home medals every year, including 2 gold medals. As Rep. Pyle’s personal guest, John and his coach Tom Hutchinson, were honored by the entire House membership. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Onrt-K6C8aU" target="_blank">Click here for a video of the presentation</a>.</span></p>

Rep. Pyle recently brought representatives from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)to Armstrong County to witness firsthand the amazing quality of products being created in Western Pennsylvania. With an abundance of highly skilled machinists and top notch technical schools, setting up a company in Armstrong County is a natural draw for companies such as Cabot Guns, which produces superlative products. Pyle encouraged the administration to get the word out and to help bring more jobs to this corner of the state. From the left, Steve Orange of Penn United, Rep. Pyle, Robert A. Bianchin, President of Cabot Guns, DCED Secretary C. Alan Walker DCED, and Mike O’Rourke, also of DCED.

Students from the Ford City High School Quiz Bowl team recently visited the state Capitol in Harrisburg. Members of the team are pictured here on the Capitol Rotunda steps.

On May 7, Rep. Pyle welcomed students from Purchase Line High School to Harrisburg for a tour of the Capitol. They are pictured on the Capitol steps along with Pyle and Sen. Don White.

Rep. Jeff Pyle visited Cabot Guns in April 2014. The company, located in Cabot, Butler County, produces 1911-style pistols, using American materials, technology and craftsmanship. Pyle is pictured here with Cabot Guns President Rob Bianchin.

Rep. Jeff Pyle was joined on the floor of the House on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2014, by Heidi Powell, the president-elect of the Greater Allegheny Kiski Area Board of Realtors. Pictured are (from left), Pyle, Brandy Fabry, current president of the Greater Allegheny Kiski Area Board of Realtors, and Powell.

Rep. Jeff Pyle hosted an open house event on Thursday, Dec. 12, at his Ford City office. Violinist Matt Janovsky provided entertainment for the evening.

Rep. Pyle recently was invited to speak to Mrs. Jessica Johns’ Government class at Apollo Ridge High School.

Rep. Pyle hosted a town hall meeting on Oct. 17 at the South Buffalo Township Volunteer Fire Department Hall. A wide variety of issues were addressed at the meeting, which was the final in a series of meetings held across the 60th District this summer and fall.

Rep. Jeff Pyle was recently named an “ACU Conservative” by the the American Conservative Union. Pictured are (from left): Larry Hart, ACU director of government relations, Rep. Pyle and Charlie Gerow of Quantum Communications.

Rep. Pyle recently met with Annie Rosellini, this year’s Miss Pennsylvania, at Renshaw Farm’s Pumpkin Fest in Freeport. Pictured are (from left): Jason Renshaw, Annie Rosellini and Rep. Pyle. Pumpkin Fest is held at the farm every weekend in October.

Rep. Pyle is pictured here with Emily Oesterling, who is a student at the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf and is from Worthington. Emily was in Harrisburg with a large group of her classmates. Emily was able to tour the Capitol on a busy session day, giving her a sense of how Pennsylvania’s Legislature works.

Rep. Pyle recently visited the Indiana University of Pennsylvania Northpointe campus to present a proclamation in recognition of its 50th anniversary.

Pictured (from left): Amanda Hiles, Armstrong County treasurer; Myra Tammy Miller, Armstrong County controller; Pyle; Marianne Hileman, Armstrong County register and recorder; IUP President Michael Driscoll; and Brenda George, Armstrong County prothonotary.

Rep. Pyle participates in an August 26, 2013 House Game and Fisheries Committee hearing. The hearing focused on House Bill 1576, authored by Pyle.

Rep. Pyle fielded questions on a number of important topics at a town hall meeting held Aug. 21.

Rep. Pyle joined the Kittanning Girls Softball Team for their 2013 season opener, throwing out the first pitch.

Rep. Pyle with the Ford City Sabers hockey team and their coaching staff in the Capitol Rotunda. The Sabers were the most dominant team in the Open Class during the 2012-13 regular season, netting their second state PIHL Championship in the Open Class in the last 5 years. During the 2012-13 regular season they lead the league in goal differential and tying for the league lead in points. It came as no surprise when they won this year’s championship by chalking up a 4-0 victory against West Virginia’s Wheeling Park team in March.

Students from Purchase Line High School visited the Capitol in March and enjoyed a personal tour of the National Historic Landmark.
On the Capitol steps from the left are Brett Lomman, Tyler Nunez, Louis Gracian, Josh Pierce, and Evan Ober. In the second row from the left, Cameron Troupe, Nick Rice, Todd Greene, Evan Pearce, Kirsten Chverchko, and Nikki Phillips. The third row from the left, April Elling, Megan Hudson, Samantha Junod, Katelyn Parke, Brooke Riva, Brittani Bell, Rebecca Donahey, and Representative Pyle.

At the Speaker’s rostrum on the House floor in the state Capitol (from the left), Representative Pyle, Rebecca Dunning, award-winning Lanape Tech student Katie Silvis, Mrs. Jamie Transue, and Mrs. Carla Thimons from Lenape Technical School in Armstrong County.

While giving a tour of the State Capitol for Lenape Tech student Katie Silvis, who garnered second place in a statewide carpentry competition , Rep. Pyle paused for a picture (from the left) with Katie’s mother, Rebecca Dunning, Katie, Jamie Transue, and Carla Thimons.

Rep. Pyle joins Rick Croyle, executive director of Armstrong County Veterans Affairs, on Oc.t 25 at the Ford City VFW in presenting the Veteran of the Year Award to Doreen Stiffler on behalf of her late husband, Col. James Stiffler, for his many years of loyal and patriotic service to our nation.

Rep. Pyle greeted students from the Western Pennsylvania School for the Deaf, who reside in his district, during their visit to the Pennsylvania Capitol on Tuesday, October 16th.

Rep. Pyle during recent townhall meeting in South Buffalo Township ...the essence of representative government-citizen interaction w/their elected leaders to express their wishes of the government.

Jeff speaks with constituents during a 2012 open house at his Rayne Twp. Office.

At the dedication of a new sculpture at South Buffalo Elementary with sculpture model Drew Kolek and art teacher Miss Henry.

Honoring the Girl Scouts of America’s 100th Anniversary, Jeff presented House Citations to the Gold and Silver awardees.

Jeff recently was asked to give a blessing for motorcyclists going on a poker run to raise money for cancer awareness and in memory of Janine Kijowski. Here he stands with members of Janine's family, and Anna Obernader, Junior Miss Armstrong County, who sang the national anthem. The riders left Ford City on a rainy day and rode about 125 miles.

Always a strong supporter of Agriculture, this is Jeff at the Ox Hill Fair. Next week, do not miss the Cookport Fair in Green Township, Sept. 10th to 15th. Visit cookportfair.com <a href="http://www.cookportfair.com" target="_blank">www.cookportfair.com</a>for information

At the request of Armstrong County's Progressive Workshop, Rep. Pyle will be addressing the Butler County Staff Development Center to advocate for the Supportive Employment program. Workshop clientele are matched with potential employers for job placements. Pyle is a participating employer. The conference is in Butler on August 16. To confirm seating, call Sue Tassey at 724-284-5114.

Rep. Pyle, left, joined with Keith Livengood of the Fort Armstrong Folk Festival during the opening ceremonies of the region's premier annual event. The hours of the four-day festival are Friday, Aug. 3, 5-10 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 4, noon-10 p.m.; and Sunday, Aug. 5, noon-9 p. m. More information at http://www.armstrongfestival.com/index.php

Rep. Pyle attended the dedication of a new sculpture at South Buffalo Elementary on May 25. At left, Pyle stands with Judy Renshaw (Renshaw Farms) and Travis Lindsay (Birdsfoot Golf Course) who raised matching funds for the Artists in Residency project. At right, artist Dave Poulin, student Drew Kolek (the model for the sculpture), and South Buffalo art teach Deanna Henry.

Rep. Pyle recently visited the Divine Redeemer School in support of Pennsylvania's Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) Program. The $36,640 of EITC scholarship funds made possible by the Bridge Educational Foundation and its donors — Associated Wholesalers Inc., UnitedHealthcare, and XTO Energy - will enable many students enrolled in either Divine Redeemer School or Grace Christian School in West Kittanning, to continue their education at those schools.

Rep. Pyle discusses the finer points of politics and the electoral process during a recent guest lecture to the students of Mr. Wyant's government class at Freeport High School.

Rep. Jeff Pyle addresses constituents at his recent Town Hall Meeting at the West Kittanning Fire Hall.

Rep. Jeff Pyle testifies before the House Judiciary Committee on his legislation contained in House Bill 1531, which would make it illegal to engage in surveillance while trespassing on private property.

Rep. Jeff Pyle (left) is shown here with Gov. Tom Corbett and Rep. Karen Boback (R-Columbia/ Luzerne/Wyoming) immediately following the signing of House Bill 40, the Castle Doctrine, which is now Act 10 of 2011.

Rep. Jeff Pyle takes part in the Freeport Memorial Day Parade, greeting spectators. Rep. Pyle was also a speaker at the ceremony. Photo credit, Charles Runco.

A House citation was presented to PIAA 103-pound State Champion wrestler Jason Nolf, a freshman at Kittanning Junior/Senior High School. Reps. Jeff Pyle and Donna Oberlander made the presentation in honor of Nolf's title and his undefeated 44 and 0 record. In the photo, left-to-right are House Speaker Sam Smith. Nolf, Rep. Pyle, Rep. Oberlander, Nolf's mom Audra and grandparents Marlene and Jim Wilson.

Rep. Jeff Pyle was joined by several House colleagues during a tour of the Lenape Vo-Tech High School in Ford City. Shown here, from left to right, school director Dawn Kocher-Taylor, Rep. Pyle, Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Clarion/Armstrong) and Rep. Eli Evankovich (R-Westmoreland/Armstrong).

On Feb. 9, Rep. Jeff Pyle was pleased to welcome students from Lenape Technical School to the House floor. Pictured from left are Rep. Pyle; Speaker of the House Rep. Sam Smith (R-Jefferson/Armstrong/Indiana); Rep. Eli Evankovich (R-Armstrong/Westmoreland); Taylor Pivetta; Bowe Myers; Becky Cappo, Allied Health instructor; Abby Elkin; Ruthie Trimarchi; Rep. Donna Oberlander (R-Armstrong/Clarion); and Kirk Atwood, American Government instructor.

Rep. Jeff Pyle is joined by several individuals in front of a Mail Pouch sign in Ford City that is set to be restored. Pictured from left are Bill Oleksak, Ford City historian and author of "Around Ford City;" Pyle; Suzanne Bruce, president of local Brainstormers International; Mindy Knappenberger, executive director of Armstrong County Community Foundation; Scott Hagan, barn artist; and Ron Dillard, Ford City Borough councilman.

Rep. Jeff Pyle was recently recognized by House Majority Whip Rep. Stan Saylor (R-York) for perfect attendance during the 2009-10 legislative session.

Rep. Jeff Pyle is pictured with Reps. Frank Farry (R-Bucks) and Brian Ellis (R-Butler) during swearing-in day on Jan. 4.

Rep. Jeff Pyle presented a House citation to Mary Gould-Rupp, who is the oldest living resident of Armstrong County, in recognition of her 106th birthday.

Rep. Jeff Pyle's Ford City office served as a drop off location for the Allegheny Valley Marine Corps League Detachment 827 annual Toys For Tots program. Pictured from left are Al Blankey, Pyle, Timothy Keagle and Ford City Mayor Marc Mantini at Pyle's Open House at his Ford City office on Dec. 16.

Rep. Jeff Pyle chatted with residents during his annual Open House at his Ford City office on Dec. 16.

Residents of the 60th Legislative District attended Rep. Jeff Pyle's Open House at his Rayne Township district office in Home, Indiana County.

During a town hall meeting in Freeport, Rep. Jeff Pyle spoke with residents about issues under consideration in Harrisburg and how they impact the local area.

Reps. Jeff Pyle and Donna Oberlander, and Sen. Don White were pleased that more than 500 people attended their annual Senior Expo on Sept. 1, at St. Mary's Parish Hall in Kittanning.

Rep. Jeff Pyle was recently awarded the 2010 Western Pennsylvania Firemen's Association Award, making him an official "Friend of the Firemen." Pyle is pictured with members of the Kiski Township Volunteer Fire Department, who nominated him for the award, and hosted the annual Fire Chief's Convention. Humbled by this recognition, Pyle is grateful to the Firemen's Association for choosing him for this prestigous award.

Rep. Jeff Pyle spoke during the dedication ceremony of the Ford City High School gym floor that was named in honor of former basketball coach Hubert Rupert.

Rep. Jeff Pyle presented House citations to Vicky Keasy and Barbara Flemm, who are retiring from the Freeport Kindergarten Center.

During a Memorial Day service in West Kittanning, Rep. Jeff Pyle gave remarks on the importance of this holiday.

Rep. Jeff Pyle recently visited and read to the students at Apollo Head Start.

Rep. Jeff Pyle reads to students at Grand Beginnings West in Indiana as part of the PA One Book event.

During a town hall meeting at Rayne Township Municipal Building on April 15, Rep. Jeff Pyle discussed state government issues with local residents.

On April 10, Rep. Jeff Pyle offered comments during the dedication ceremony of the Don Mains Field at Ford City High School.

During a town hall meeting at Kiski Volunteer Fire Department on April 8, Rep. Jeff Pyle discussed state government issues with local residents.

During a House Republican Policy Committee Hearing on April 6, Rep. Jeff Pyle makes a comment related to public-private partnerships and funding for transportation.

During Lenape Vo-Tech's Teen Driving Challenge, Rep. Jeff Pyle observed students participating in a Mock Crash as a way to reduce teen-related automobile crashes. PennDOT District 10 partnered with Lenape Tech, ARIN Intermediate Unit 28, the Indiana and Armstrong Drug and Alcohol Commission, state and local police and the Indiana Regional Highway Safety Center to create this educational activity.

During the Armstrong County Chamber of Commerce's luncheon, Rep. Jeff Pyle is pictured with Brandon Harriger and Tarah Stewart, who were recognized in the Junior Volunteer Citizen category.

Rep. Jeff Pyle visited Freeport High School to speak to Mr. Mark Wyant's Senior Government class.

During a visit to Divine Redeemer Catholic School in Ford City, Rep. Jeff Pyle assisted students in making decorations for a local fundraiser for Haiti.

During a town hall meeting at Brush Valley Fire Department, Rep. Jeff Pyle fields questions from those in attendance.

During the annual Freeport Bed Race, Team Pyle races toward the finish line. Pictured from left are Van Ferrara, Rep. Jeff Pyle, Jason Renshaw and Tish Lattanzio.

Rep. Jeff Pyle recently participated in the ribbon cutting ceremony for the reopening of Ford Street in Ford City. Pictured from left are Borough Councilman Tim Malec, Pyle, Vice President of Borough Council Ron Dillard, President of Borough Council John Lux and Borough Councilman Ray Klukan.

Recently, Rep. Jeff Pyle was joined by local officials during a ribbon cutting ceremony of the West Kittanning Bridge.

Reps. Jeff Pyle and Dave Reed, and Sen. Don White took part in the Veterans Day program at Penns Manor High School on Nov. 10.

On March 12, Rep. Jeff Pyle, who is a member of the House Game and Fisheries Committee, held a bear cub during a visit to Renovo, Clinton County during the Pennsylvania Game Commission's annual bear trip.

At the Armstrong County Sportsmen's Banquet on March 14, Rep. Jeff Pyle is pictured with Jack Swigart, who received the Conservationist of the Year Award.

During a recent town hall meeting, Rep. Jeff Pyle speaks with residents of the 60th District about issues under consideration in Harrisburg.

Rep. Jeff Pyle presented a grant to the Apollo Spring Church Sportsmen's Club

On May 1, Rep. Jeff Pyle visited students at Ford City Preschool at 10th Street Station.

Rep. Jeff Pyle recently visited Mr. Garry Davies senior Leadership class at Freeport Area High School to talk to students about leadership in the community and to describe his role as a state legislator in the General Assembly in Harrisburg.

During a recent visit to Apollo Elementary School, Rep. Jeff Pyle spoke with students about the importance of staying in school and the benefits that completing their education will have in the future.

During a groundbreaking ceremony at the Lenape Heights Golf Course in Ford City, Rep. Jeff Pyle makes remarks about the benefits the facility will have on the local region.

During the 2009 ARMTech Showcase of Industry and Technology at the Belmont Complex Arena in Kittanning, Rep. Jeff Pyle tested a 3D flight simulator.

Rep. Jeff Pyle was the keynote speaker at the Armstrong Borough Association meeting on Sept. 22.

Rep. Jeff Pyle (fourth from right) recently participated in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Apollo Sewer project.

Recently, Rep. Jeff Pyle visited the Penns Manor Elementary/Pre-K School to read to read to students. As a former teacher, Pyle often visits local schools to teach students about state government and to participate in the learning process.

During the 175th Anniversary of the Freeport Parade on Aug. 2, Rep. Jeff Pyle distributes candy to children along the parade route.

Recently, Rep. Jeff Pyle toured the West Kittanning Bridge project to see the progress that is being made.

Recently, the governor stopped in Armstrong and Indiana counties to announce funding for the Indiana Airport and the repair of several bridges throughout the area. Pictured from left are Rep. Sam Smith (R-66), Sen. Don White (R-41), and Pyle.

Rep. Pyle makes comments during the Apollo American Cancer Society's Relay for Life Survivors' luncheon.

Rep. Pyle presented a plaque to Latitia Lattanzio for her service and dedication as an intern in the 60th District.

On June 14, Rep. Jeff Pyle hosted a legislative breakfast in East Franklin. Pyle spoke with the residents of the 60th District about issues being addressed by the House in Harrisburg.

At the Apollo Ridge HS Awards Ceremony, Rep. Jeff Pyle presented House citations to Laiken Anderson and Brian Wheatley who were inducted into the Armstrong County Sports Hall of Fame.

In honor of those men and women who have served in uniform, Rep. Jeff Pyle offered comments during the Memorial Day celebration in Apollo.

Rep. Jeff Pyle presented a $5,000 grant to the Kiski Township Police Department to assist in the purchase of electronic equipment to update patrol cars. Pictured from left are Rep. Pyle, Vice Chair of Kiski Township Board of Supervisors Emerson Townsend and Kiski Township Police Officer Darhl Goldinger.

On March 11, at the state Capitol, Rep. Jeff Pyle, chairman of the House Republican Task Force on drugs and law enforcement, unveiled a 15 bill package of legislation aimed at cracking down on illegal drugs throughout Pennsylvania.

Rep. Jeff Pyle recently presented a $20,000 state grant to the Armstrong County District Attorney's Office to assist in the purchase of laptop computers to be installed in police cruisers throughout the 60th District. The funding is also projected to pay for a one-year subscription of wireless Internet airtime so that officers are able to connect to the J-Net program used to obtain public safety information.

Rep. Jeff Pyle (R-Armstrong/Indiana) recognized the public service of Armstrong County Register or Wills, Recorder of Deeds and Clerk of Courts, Beverly Casella. After serving the citizens of Armstrong County for more than 51 years, Casella will be retiring at the end of the year. Pictured from right are Speaker Dennis O’Brien (R-Philadelphia), Rep. Fred McIlhattan (R-Rural Valley), Casella, Reps. John Pallone (D-Arnold), Pyle and Joe Petrarca (D-Vandergrift). Missing from the picture is Rep. Sam Smith (R-Punxsutawney).

Rep. Jeff Pyle and Rep. Fred McIllhattan welcome 5th grade students from Elderton Elementary School to the state Capitol in June. The students toured the Capitol complex and learned about Pennsylvania state government.

Pyle On the Air in Canada!

Canadian radio show host, Roy Green, interviewed me about Pennsylvania's Castle Doctrine. I was happy to discuss Pennsylvania's law that allows individuals who are under direct and violent threat in their homes to legally protect themselves. You can listen online here.

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