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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.

May 15, 2018

Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days in which to revise and extend their remarks and include extraneous material on the topic of this Special Order. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection…

Congressional Record · 2018-05-15
May 15, 2018

Mr. Speaker, I think, again, the program that Mr. Estes has there in Wichita is a good role model. It is an indication, again, that we are sort of going back to the future. In the past, most of our education institutions paid attention to…

Congressional Record · 2018-05-15
May 15, 2018

Mr. Speaker, I thank Mr. Grothman for his comments. I agree with Mr. Grothman that this is an issue every American needs to be made more aware of. Many are. Every week, every day, I meet with people from my district and outside of my…

Congressional Record · 2018-05-15
May 15, 2018

Mr. Speaker, we are here tonight to talk about a topic that is forefront on the minds of Americans of all ages. It is a topic at dinner tables across the country, and is finally becoming a leading national news story. We are here to talk…

Congressional Record · 2018-05-15
May 15, 2018

Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize that yesterday marked the 70th anniversary of statehood for Israel. Israel is our close ally and a beacon of democracy in a dangerous part of the world. Throughout history, Israel has made numerous…

Congressional Record · 2018-05-15
May 15, 2018

Mr. Speaker, I thank Mr. Allen. He and the other members of the committee who have been here tonight, as well as Members who serve on the committee, bring real-life experiences and help us better understand what it is that we need to be…

Congressional Record · 2018-05-15
May 15, 2018

Mr. Speaker, I thank Mr. Thompson for his time tonight. Again, I appreciate the work that he has done in this field session after session, and I appreciate the way he approaches his work on the Education and the Workforce Committee. We…

Congressional Record · 2018-05-15
May 8, 2018

Mr. Speaker, this week is National Charter Schools Week. It is my pleasure to celebrate alongside the students who have benefited from these innovative institutions. Charter schools serve over 3 million students nationwide, providing…

Congressional Record · 2018-05-08
May 8, 2018

Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize Sean Vestal of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. This year the North Carolina High School Athletic Association awarded Mr. Vestal the Homer Thompson Memorial Eight Who Make a Difference Award. This honor…

Congressional Record · 2018-05-08
Apr 25, 2018

Mr. Speaker, I thank Congressman Thompson, and I know the people of his district are well served by him. I thank him for his service on our committee, on the Agriculture Committee, and all that he does to help us write good legislation and…

Congressional Record · 2018-04-25

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