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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.
While the resolution waives all points of order against consideration of today's measures, the Committee on Rules is not aware of any violation of the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act. This is a dilatory tactic. These measures will protect our…
I thank my colleague from Georgia for yielding time. The question before the House is, Should the House now consider H. Res. 231? While the resolution waives all points of order against consideration of today's measures---- Announcement by…
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. 229 Resolved, That the following named Members be, and…
Today, I rise to recognize the Wilkes Central High School women's basketball team, which recently won the North Carolina 2A State championship. It is the first NCHSAA State championship in the program's history. The Lady Eagles fought hard…
While we are all hard-working Americans dedicated to the freedom and future of our country, our districts and States are vastly different. House Republicans reject the notion that Washington knows best, and our policies reflect that. By…
Over the last 4 years, House Republicans have worked hard to put this Nation on a better path forward. We have passed numerous pieces of legislation to encourage job growth and strengthen America's standing in the global economy. We have…
Today Americans across the country face the annual deadline to file their tax returns. Taxpayers shudder at the mere mention of the IRS, and that image hasn't been helped since the Federal Government's most feared agency admitted to…
It is an honor and a privilege to introduce our guest chaplain, Reverend Kenneth ``Kenny'' Gooden, today. Reverend Gooden is a vital part of the religious community in northwest North Carolina, and he has faithfully shepherded the flock at…
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. 199 Resolved, That the following named Members be, and…
We were promised by the opponents of the bill that this would be a job-killer. In fact, since the passage of the bill, we have had record job growth in the private sector.
The promise of skyrocketing premiums was broken. Since 2010, there has been a marked slow down of premium growth.
We are only 2 days away from April 15, also known as tax day. It is a day that we all dread every year. Between mountains of paperwork, complicated codes, and the fear of fines, paying taxes every year is a huge burden for hard-working…
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