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Virginia Foxx

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Virginia Ann Foxx is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for North Carolina's 5th congressional district since 2005. A member of the Republican Party, she has been active in various legislative efforts and has focused on issues such as education, healthcare, and fiscal responsibility. Throughout her tenure, Foxx has been known for her strong advocacy for conservative policies and her commitment to her constituents in North Carolina. She has participated in numerous debates and discussions, often emphasizing the importance of government accountability and the responsible use of taxpayer funds.

May 27, 2020

Mr. Speaker, I rise to commend President Trump and the administration for taking decisive action to lower drug costs for America's seniors. Currently, 34.2 million people in the U.S. have diabetes. One in every three seniors on Medicare…

Congressional Record · 2020-05-27
May 15, 2020

Madam Speaker, I thank my colleague from Oklahoma for yielding. Today is a dark day in the history of our country, and for that, I rise in opposition to H. Res. 965, partisan legislation that would upend more than 200 years of precedent…

Congressional Record · 2020-05-15
May 15, 2020

Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague from Oklahoma for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong opposition to H.R. 6800, Speaker Pelosi's socialist wish list act. At a time when Americans are stepping up for one another, it is truly…

Congressional Record · 2020-05-15
Mar 27, 2020

Mr. Speaker, time is of the essence. Our country has been upended by COVID-19. Businesses have shuttered their doors, families sitting around their kitchen tables are struggling to make ends meet, our healthcare workers are stretched thin…

Congressional Record · 2020-03-27
Feb 28, 2020

Madam Speaker, I thank my colleague for yielding. Madam Speaker, I rise in opposition to H.R. 2339. While I don't doubt the majority's sincere interest in reducing nicotine use among minors, this bill is a premature and poorly thought-out…

Congressional Record · 2020-02-28
Feb 26, 2020

Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize National Future Farmers of America Week. Without question, the hardworking men and women in the field of agriculture serve as the backbone of our Nation. Since its founding in 1917, the Future Farmers of…

Congressional Record · 2020-02-26
Feb 13, 2020

Madam Speaker, I thank my colleague from Georgia for yielding time. Madam Speaker, I rise in strong opposition to H.J. Res. 79. As a woman who has worked all her life, often in male-dominated professions, I detest discrimination in any…

Congressional Record · 2020-02-13
Feb 12, 2020

Mr. Speaker, this past Saturday, the Boy Scouts of America celebrated its 110th anniversary. With over 2 million active participants, it is one of the largest youth organizations in the country. Since its founding in 1910, the Boy Scouts…

Congressional Record · 2020-02-12
Feb 12, 2020

Mr. Speaker, it is with great sadness that I rise today to recognize the departure of a long-term servant of the House, Brandon Renz. Brandon has served the House of Representatives for nearly two decades and has been a trusted leader of…

Congressional Record · 2020-02-12
Feb 6, 2020

Madam Chair, I rise in opposition to the amendment, despite my affection for the gentleman offering it. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman from North Carolina is recognized for 5 minutes.

Congressional Record · 2020-02-06
Feb 6, 2020

Madam Chair, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Madam Chair, while this amendment appears to make arbitrary changes to union election procedures, make no mistake: It is part of Democrats' and union bosses' ongoing efforts to rush…

Congressional Record · 2020-02-06

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