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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.

Jun 21, 2017

Job Corps needs to improve enforcement and oversight of student disciplinary policies to better protect students and staff.

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Jun 21, 2017

the Federal Government -- the taxpayers of this country are funding programs and where deaths occur in the participants who are attending the programs.

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Jun 20, 2017

Mr. Speaker, it is good news that the jobless rate has dropped to 4.3 percent, the lowest level in more than a decade. However, we still face tough challenges in building an economy that supplies employers with the talent needed to be…

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Jun 14, 2017

While we have a new administration, the need for congressional oversight is still essential to ensure a timely and proper implementation of WIOA.

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Jun 14, 2017

This hearing is incredibly important for all of us as we look to see if the improvements to our workforce development system that we intended with WIOA are actually coming to pass.

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Jun 14, 2017

I am proud to say that so many members of this committee, including Chairwoman Virginia Foxx, played an instrumental role in creating the final version of WIOA that was signed into law.

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Jun 14, 2017

While the president's executive actions are encouraging, the implementation of WIOA and congressional action to reauthorize federal support for career and technical education can provide a lasting improvement to how our citizens find…

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Jun 14, 2017

This morning President Trump will sign an executive order aimed at promoting apprenticeships and skill-focused education.

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Jun 13, 2017

I truly believe that the best way we can honor our friends who are in the hospital... is by doing what all of us came here to do, and that's the people's work.

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Jun 13, 2017

As Mr. Walberg noted in his opening comments, this is a very sad day for this House.

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Jun 12, 2017

Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague from Michigan (Mr. Upton). I rise in support of H.R. 951, a bill I authored to extend the license authorizing the Wilkesboro Hydroelectric Company's construction of its hydropower project at W. Kerr Scott…

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