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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.

Apr 25, 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 my Special Order. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to…

Congressional Record · 2018-04-25
Apr 25, 2018

Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman from Pennsylvania. We all know and appreciate his background and his experience in healthcare and the wonderful wisdom that he brings to us on the Education and the Workforce Committee, not only on this…

Congressional Record · 2018-04-25
Apr 24, 2018

Mr. Speaker, today I rise to dispute the absurdity that the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act benefits only the wealthy, leaving nothing but crumbs for the rest. As someone who started contributing to my family's household income at age 12, I am all…

Congressional Record · 2018-04-24
Apr 24, 2018

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a member of the Committee on Education and the Workforce staff who is retiring after more than 29 years of public service. Molly McLaughlin Salmi began her congressional career as a staff assistant on…

Congressional Record · 2018-04-24
Apr 24, 2018

Mr. Speaker, I thank Congressman Wilson for leading the Special Order on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. I will agree with him; the Lord has blessed me with living in one of the most beautiful places in the world, the Fifth District of North…

Congressional Record · 2018-04-24
Apr 18, 2018

Mr. Speaker, I rise today, like so many others, to honor the memory of Barbara Bush. She has already been noted in the history books for her place as one of the only two women to be the wife of one President and the mother of another. But…

Congressional Record · 2018-04-18
Apr 13, 2018

Mr. Speaker, there is no question that the Nation's warfighters are among the bravest and most selfless people in the world. It is fitting that grateful Americans often find a way to thank our servicemen and -women for their defense of our…

Congressional Record · 2018-04-13
Mar 20, 2018

Mr. Speaker, today I rise in honor of Women's History Month. Every March, we celebrate the trailblazing women who have enriched our history, our society, and our communities. This month, it is important to recognize the hardworking women…

Congressional Record · 2018-03-20
Mar 14, 2018

Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman from Maryland (Mr. Harris) for leading this Special Order tonight and for yielding to me. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize the life-affirming and lifesaving work done across the country by pro-life…

Congressional Record · 2018-03-14
Mar 5, 2018

Mr. Speaker, I move that the House do now adjourn. The motion was agreed to; accordingly (at 9 o'clock and 23 minutes p.m.), under its previous order, the House adjourned until tomorrow, Tuesday, March 6, 2018, at 10 a.m. for morning-hour…

Congressional Record · 2018-03-05
Mar 5, 2018

Mr. Speaker, yesterday, Grace Baptist Church, in Winston- Salem, North Carolina, paid tribute to its pastor of the past 37 years, Ed Sears, and his wife, Linda. Pastor Sears is transitioning out of his role as senior pastor, and the…

Congressional Record · 2018-03-05

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