[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 118 (Monday, July 20, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E710]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF REPRESENTATIVE TIM MURPHY

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                         HON. GUY RESCHENTHALER

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 20, 2026

  Mr. RESCHENTHALER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to celebrate the life of the 
Honorable Tim Murphy, who passed away on July 18, 2026, at the age of 
73. Congressman Murphy dedicated his life to serving our Nation and 
commonwealth as a child psychologist, State Senator, U.S. 
Representative, and Commander in the U.S. Navy Reserves. His leadership 
and compassion left a lasting impact not only on me, but on our region 
and our country.
  Before his service in government, Congressman Murphy earned his 
Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Pittsburgh, Master of Arts 
from Cleveland State University, and Bachelor of Arts from Wheeling 
Jesuit University. He also served on the staff of Pittsburgh Children's 
and Mercy Hospitals and founded his own private practice.
  Congressman Murphy represented the people of Pennsylvania for over 
twenty years, first representing Allegheny and Washington Counties in 
the Pennsylvania State Senate. In 2002, he was elected to represent 
Pennsylvania's 18th Congressional District, which included Allegheny, 
Greene, Washington, and Westmoreland Counties. In addition to serving 
his constituents in Pennsylvania, he volunteered for service in the 
U.S. Navy Medical Service Corps, where he rose to the rank of 
Commander.
  He was a tireless advocate for his constituents, dedicating his 
career to fighting for veterans and seniors while working to fix our 
Nation's broken mental health care system. Congressman Murphy led the 
effort to save the local 911th Airlift Wing, preserving hundreds of 
jobs and a critical asset to our national defense. Through his strong 
commitment to constituent services, tens of thousands of individuals 
were able to secure Social Security, veterans, and other federal 
benefits,
  A renowned child psychologist, Congressman Murphy also authored the 
Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act of 2016, expanding access 
to care for families and individuals facing mental health challenges. 
This legislation was ultimately enacted as part of the 21st Century 
Cures Act. He further advanced the conversation around mental health 
through his writing, including The Christ Cure: Ten Biblical Ways to 
Heal from Trauma, Tragedy, and PTSD; The Angry Child: Regaining Control 
When Your Child is Out of Control; and Overcoming Passive Aggression: 
How to Stop Hidden Anger from Spoiling Your Relationships, Career, and 
Happiness.
  Mr. Speaker, the Honorable Tim Murphy was a trusted mentor and friend 
to me for many years, and I hope that he rests peacefully. His 
dedication to advocating for those in need was unending. My thoughts 
and prayers are with his wife, Nan, his daughter, Bevin, his 
grandchildren, and all his family, friends, and loved ones during this 
difficult time.

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