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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.
Mr. Chairman, I commend my colleague Mike Conaway and the other members of the Agriculture Committee for their work on the farm bill. I have every intention of voting for the bill and have stated that on many occasions. Having been working…
Mr. Chairman, I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Strike section 1301 and insert the following new sections: SEC. 1301. SUGAR PROGRAM. (a) Loan…
Mr. Chair, I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from North Carolina will be postponed. Amendment No. 2 Offered by Mr. Conaway The…
Mr. Chairman, I yield 30 seconds to the gentlewoman from California (Ms. Speier).
Mr. Chairman, not my words, but the International Trade Commission says that for every job sugar protects, we lose three manufacturing jobs. Mr. Chairman, I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Hensarling).
Mr. Chairman, I have a parliamentary inquiry. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman from North Carolina will state her parliamentary inquiry.
Mr. Chairman, in closing, our government's current sugar program is a job killer. It ensures profits for the connected few at the expense of the many. It operates at a substantial cost to taxpayers, consumers, and businesses. It is rooted…
Mr. Speaker, I am honored to stand before you to recognize the 64th anniversary of the Supreme Court's landmark decision in Brown v. Board of Education. Because of the relentless courage of Linda Brown, her parents, and civil rights…
Mr. Speaker, I again thank Mr. Walberg for being here tonight. Mr. Speaker, I now yield to the gentleman from Pennsylvania (Mr. Thompson), another stellar member of the Education and the Workforce Committee, who in the past has led the way…
Mr. Speaker, I thank Congressman Walberg for speaking on tonight's Special Order topic. I appreciate the comments that he has made, and I appreciate the leadership that he has brought to the Education and the Workforce Committee in so many…
Mr. Speaker, I thank Mr. Estes for being here tonight. Mr. Speaker, I want to brag a little on Kansas, also. I had the opportunity last year to visit in Congressman Estes' district and see firsthand the cooperation going on there among the…
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