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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.
Last week, it was my great pleasure to participate in a groundbreaking at a plant expansion at the GE manufacturing facility in West Jefferson, North Carolina. The expansion will allow GE to produce more of the company's incredibly popular…
Last week, I was energized and inspired by the opportunity to tour the Dr. Pepper Bottling Company in West Jefferson, North Carolina. This plant has been recognized for the high quality of its products and was a recipient of the 2013 Caleb…
Over $1 billion in Federal grants have been wasted on poorly functioning State ObamaCare exchanges, including a reported $655 million for three exchanges that have been completely shut down. These failed Web sites fit into a long line of…
As the unfolding scandal at the VA demonstrates, the administration has a standard playbook for dealing with an unfolding PR disaster: The first step is to say the President learned about the situation on the news and is madder than anyone…
Pastor Charlie Martin has preached the Gospel for 45 years. Charlie Martin attended Trinity College of Florida and continues to serve as vice president of that institution. After college, he began working with youth at his home church in…
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. 589 Resolved, That following named Member be, and is…
Memorial Day is the day we set apart to honor those who have given the ``last full measure of devotion'' in service to our Nation. It is fitting that we quote Lincoln's Gettysburg Address to mark this day, because though Memorial Day was…
(During the reading). Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that the resolution be considered as read. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the request of the gentlewoman from North Carolina? There was no objection. The resolution…
The phrase ``War on Women'' is often used to score political points in this town, but human trafficking represents a tragically literal war on women and girls. Human traffickers prey on poor, often desperate women. The stories are sadly…
Unfortunately, over the last 4 decades, the Federal Government's role in elementary and secondary education has increased dramatically. The Department of Education currently runs more than 80 K-12 education programs, many of which overlap…
With that, I offer an amendment to the resolution. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Clerk will report the amendment. The Clerk read as follows: I. section 6, add ``at the end of the bill'' before the period.
By direction of the Committee on Rules, I call up House Resolution 576 and ask for its immediate consideration. The Clerk read the resolution, as follows: H. Res. 576 Resolved, That at any time after adoption of this resolution the Speaker…
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