Politics & Government

Bucks Congressman Will Attend Unveiling Of Bipartisanship Index

US Rep. Mike Fitzpatrick will be the highest ranking member of Congress at the event, his office says.

A new Bipartisan Index that judges how successful Congressmen are in working across party lines will be attended by Bucks and Montgomery Counties’ U.S. Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick, according to a press release.

The new index measures how often a member of Congress introduces bills that succeed in attracting co-sponsors from members of the other party, and how often they in turn co-sponsor a bill introduced from across the aisle.

“The Index will serve as a critical resource for voters and the media,” a press release for the unveiling states.

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