Jan 6, 2016
As citizens of the United States, we are afforded basic rights and privileges under the Constitution. One of these fundamental rights is the Second Amendment, and its guarantee to keep and bear arms is clear. Yesterday, in yet another…
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.
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Jan 6, 2016
This amendment is relatively simple in that it adds consideration of unfunded mandates to the Commission's review of existing rules. Each year, Washington imposes thousands of rules and regulations. Rather than following the rules…
Jan 6, 2016
In response to my colleague from Maryland, let me say that unfunded mandates take many forms that may not be included when regulatory costs are counted. That is why strong, bipartisan majorities in the House and Senate passed the Unfunded…
Jan 6, 2016
Our freedom rests on the cornerstone right we all have to life, and I fear we have lost sight of that. I urge my colleagues to support the rule and the underlying motion to protect innocent lives and restore our liberty. {time} 1415 Mr…
Dec 17, 2015
On November 20, at its annual business meeting, members of the American Anthropological Association voted in favor of a disgraceful resolution to boycott Israeli academic institutions. By definition, a boycott hinders study and research…
Dec 11, 2015
On Saturday, November 28, residents in Yadkin County gathered for the annual Small Town Christmas celebration at the East Bend fire station. Although East Bend is a small community, its citizens know how to start the holiday season off…
Dec 10, 2015
It is always a joy for me to kick off the holiday season in Sparta, North Carolina, at the annual Christmas parade down Main Street. As I visited with folks at this year's parade, I was reminded again how special Alleghany County and its…
Dec 8, 2015
Today I rise to recognize the Alleghany High School volleyball team, which recently won the North Carolina 1A State championship. It is the first NCHSAA State championship in the program's history. Coach Debbie Weaver led the Lady Trojans…
Dec 8, 2015
By direction of the House Republican Conference, I send to the desk a privileged resolution and ask for its immediate consideration. The Clerk read the resolution, as follows: H. Res. 555 Resolved, That the following named member be, and…
Dec 7, 2015
When a married couple killed 14 people celebrating the holidays in San Bernardino last Thursday, President Obama immediately used this terrible tragedy to renew his call for tougher gun restrictions. Never mind the fact that the shooting…
Dec 2, 2015
I thank my colleague, Dr. Burgess, for yielding time. Mr. Speaker, as a child, my family's home didn't have electricity or running water. My parents, while dedicated and hardworking, were poor, with little formal education. Fortunately, I…
Dec 2, 2015
By reversing No Child Left Behind, one-size-fits-all micromanagement of classrooms, Congress is giving parents, teachers, and local education leaders the tools they need to repair a broken education system and help all children reach their…
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