Joseph M. McDade

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Joseph Michael McDade (September 29, 1931 – September 24, 2017) was an American politician who served as a U.S. Representative from Pennsylvania's 10th congressional district. A member of the Republican Party, he served from 1963 to 1999.

Early life and education

McDade was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania. He attended the University of Notre Dame, where he earned his undergraduate degree. He later received his law degree from the University of Pennsylvania Law School.

Political career

McDade was first elected to the United States House of Representatives in 1962, succeeding William Scranton, who had been elected Governor of Pennsylvania. McDade served 18 consecutive terms in Congress, making him one of the longest-serving members in the history of the House.

During his tenure, McDade was known for his work on the House Appropriations Committee, where he played a significant role in securing federal funding for various projects in his district and across Pennsylvania. He was also involved in numerous legislative initiatives related to defense, infrastructure, and healthcare.

Legal issues

In the early 1990s, McDade was indicted on charges of bribery and racketeering. However, he was acquitted of all charges in 1996. The case led to the passage of the "McDade Amendment," which imposes ethical standards on federal prosecutors.

Retirement and death

McDade chose not to seek re-election in 1998 and retired from Congress in January 1999. He passed away on September 24, 2017, in Fairfax, Virginia.

Legacy

McDade's long career in public service left a lasting impact on his district and the state of Pennsylvania. His efforts in securing federal funding for local projects and his work on the House Appropriations Committee are particularly noted.

See also

• List of United States representatives from Pennsylvania
• United States House of Representatives
• Republican Party (United States)

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|style="width:30%;" rowspan="1"|Preceded by

William Scranton

| style="width: 40%; text-align: center;" rowspan="1"| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives
from [[Pennsylvania's congressional district]]
1963–1999

| style="width: 30%; text-align: center;" rowspan="1"| Succeeded by

Don Sherwood

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