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Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, representing Pennsylvania's 1st district in the U.S. Congress since 2017, shared a series of tweets addressing various personal and legislative matters. The tweets reflect on a personal loss, introduce legislation to aid people with disabilities, and call for federal action regarding drone activity.

On December 9, 2024, Rep. Fitzpatrick expressed his condolences for the loss suffered by his colleague Michael Burgess: "I am deeply saddened to learn of the heartbreaking loss of my colleague @michaelcburgess’s beloved daughter, Christine. My prayers are with you and your family during this unimaginably difficult time. May you find strength and comfort in the love and support surrounding you all."

Later that day, Fitzpatrick highlighted issues faced by people with disabilities: "People with disabilities are twice as likely to live in poverty, often due to limited access to opportunities for financial growth and saving. That’s why @RepDavids and I introduced the ABLE Employment Flexibility Act—legislation that aims to address these challenges, fostering…" This initiative aims at providing better financial opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

On December 11, 2024, he addressed concerns about unexplained drone activities: "The growing reports of unexplained drone activity in the Philadelphia region and our neighboring state of New Jersey demand immediate and decisive federal action. As Chairman of the National Intelligence Enterprise Subcommittee on the House Permanent Select Committee on…" Rep. Fitzpatrick calls for urgent federal measures to address these security concerns.