Representative Rob Bresnahan, Republican from Pennsylvania

Rob Bresnahan

Representative · Pennsylvania · Republican

Rob Bresnahan

House Floor

Recent comments in the House

Mr. Chairman, I rise in strong support of this en bloc, which includes an amendment that calls on the President to award the Medal of Honor to Colonel Bob Graham of Nuangola, Pennsylvania. On May 1, 1966, at the height of Operation Birmingham in the Vietnam war, then-Captain Graham flew his battle-damaged F-100 Super Sabre through monsoon weather to reach American troops surrounded by 4,000 enemy soldiers. He made more than 15 low-level attack passes under heavy artillery fire, knowing full well he may not survive.
NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027··Share
Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of the Small Business Cybersecurity Assistance Evaluation Act which I was proud to introduce with Representative Simon. This bipartisan bill makes sure that the Federal resources designed to help small businesses bolster their cybersecurity defenses are working as intended and are identifying where they are falling short. Small businesses are 210 percent more likely to experience cyber incidents compared to larger companies, yet many lack the resources and the expertise necessary to defend against these threats.
SMALL BUSINESS CYBERSECURITY ASSISTANCE EVALUATION ACT OF 2026··Share
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Michael Crawford, a devoted father, husband, loyal friend, and public servant, who spent his life answering the call when others needed help the most. As a firefighter and EMT with the Wilkes-Barre City Fire Department, he stood on the front lines of emergencies, protecting his neighbors and his community for 25 years. He truly embodied what it means to give to our community, serving not for recognition but because others depended on him.
Tribute to the life of Michael Crawford··Share
Biography
Rob Bresnahan began his career as a small business owner in Pennsylvania, gaining firsthand experience with the challenges faced by local entrepreneurs. Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for Pennsylvania’s 8th district in 2024, he has focused on economic revitalization, workforce development, and infrastructure improvement. Bresnahan played a key role in drafting bipartisan legislation to expand rural broadband access and serves on the House Committee on Small Business. He approaches his work with a pragmatic mindset, aiming to deliver tangible results that reflect the needs and ambitions of his constituents.
Professional History
  • U.S. Representative

    2025–Present

    Represented Pennsylvania's 8th congressional district for 1 term.

  • Owner, RPB Ventures

    Owned and operated a real estate development company focused on projects on and around Main Street in Pittston, Pennsylvania.

  • Interim President, SPCA of Luzerne County Board of Directors

    Served as interim president of the board of directors for the SPCA of Luzerne County in northeastern Pennsylvania.

  • President, Wyoming Rotary Club

    Served as past president of the Wyoming Rotary Club in Pennsylvania.

  • Treasurer, TecBRIDGE Board

    Served as treasurer on the board of TecBRIDGE, a northeastern Pennsylvania organization.

  • Treasurer, Automated Vehicle Coalition

    Served as treasurer of the Automated Vehicle Coalition.

Policy Focus
Agriculture and Food14%
Armed Forces and National Security14%
Taxation7%
Social Welfare7%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Rob Bresnahan's record in Congress.

  • Infrastructure Funding

    Secured state funding for road and bridge improvements in Pennsylvania's 117th District.

  • School Safety Grants

    Helped obtain grants to enhance security measures in local school districts.

  • Agriculture Support

    Advocated for increased resources and support for local farmers and agricultural programs.

  • Veterans Services Expansion

    Supported legislation expanding access to services and benefits for Pennsylvania veterans.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Small Business
  • House Committee on Agriculture
  • House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

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