Md. Rep. Bartlett Files For Re-Election

FREDERICK, Md. (AP) -- U.S. Rep. Roscoe Bartlett says he is filing for re-election in Maryland's 6th Congressional District.

The 85-year-old Republican said Tuesday he hopes to win an 11th term representing western and north-central Maryland. He says he aims to create conditions for economic growth by cutting spending, reducing taxes and eliminating red tape.

Republican Joseph Krysztoforski of Baltimore County has also filed for the seat.

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