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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.

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Jul 9, 2015

For the past 2 years, my email inbox, mailbox, and phone lines have been flooded with reports of canceled health insurance plans, soaring premiums, increased deductibles, and exasperated constituents trying to navigate the confusing…

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Jul 8, 2015

I thank my colleague from Washington for yielding and for his kind comments. Mr. Speaker, today's debate on education and the Student Success Act is a crucial one for our future. Over the last five decades, the Federal Government's role in…

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Jun 23, 2015

Last month, Ingersoll Rand, a global leader in products that enhance energy efficiency, productivity, and operations for its customers, celebrated the 50th anniversary of its Mocksville, North Carolina, plant. Opened in 1965, the…

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Jun 18, 2015

We talk a lot in this Chamber about the negative impacts of overly burdensome rules and regulations handed down by bureaucrats in Washington. Nowhere are the potential negative consequences more evident than the 700-page rule proposed by…

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Jun 17, 2015

I thank my colleague on the Rules Committee, who handles our rules and legislation so effectively on the floor. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of the rule and the underlying bills. When the Democrat-controlled Congress rammed the…

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Jun 17, 2015

It is clear that ObamaCare's medical device tax has directly and negatively impacted the people who live in North Carolina's Fifth District, as well as people around the country and around the world. Mr. Speaker, this tax must be repealed…

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Jun 16, 2015

Last week, the House approved part of a legislative package on trade promotion authority, or TPA. There have been many mischaracterizations of what TPA is. Every day I hear from constituents who want me to hold President Obama accountable…

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Jun 16, 2015

He kept saying that it is a structurally flawed system, but he never truly identifies what that is except saying he doesn't think the best interests of the clients is always done.

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Jun 15, 2015

Thank you, Mr. Chairman. And I thank our guests for being here today.

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Jun 15, 2015

Over the last few weeks, many families have proudly watched their sons and daughters receive their high school diplomas at ceremonies across North Carolina. On Saturday, I cheered as my grandson Kenan walked across that stage and graduated…

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Jun 15, 2015

And I think in my question I will reflect that.

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Jun 15, 2015

That ought to be freedom of choice.

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