Decision Maker

Joseph Pitts

Clarksville City Mayor

Tennessee

Joseph Pitts is a former American politician who served as a U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 16th congressional district from 1997 to 2017. A member of the Republican Party, Pitts was known for his conservative stance on various issues. Before his tenure in Congress, he served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from 1973 to 1997. He is a graduate of Asbury University and later served as an officer in the United States Air Force, which contributed to his strong advocacy for veterans' issues. Throughout his congressional career, Pitts focused on healthcare policy, religious freedom, and pro-life issues. His legislative work often reflected his commitment to fiscal conservatism and family values.