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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.

Dec 8, 2014

Mr. Speaker, in October, I had the privilege of visiting Southern Prestige International to view firsthand the company's creative and innovative manufacturing solutions. Based in Statesville, North Carolina, Jim Wilson, one of the most…

Congressional Record · 2014-12-08
Dec 8, 2014

Mr. Speaker, on November 20, President Obama significantly overstepped the bounds of his constitutionally granted executive authority when he took steps to grant amnesty to millions of immigrants who are in the United States illegally…

Congressional Record · 2014-12-08
Dec 3, 2014

Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to acknowledge the special relationship between the United States and Israel. This year, we have witnessed yet another ugly chapter in the history of Israel's enduring fight to defend her sovereign borders and…

Congressional Record · 2014-12-03
Dec 2, 2014

Mr. Speaker, many North Carolina families know all too well of the struggle to find a job and pay the bills. Some are facing these challenges right now, and we all have family members, neighbors, or friends who are facing hard choices to…

Congressional Record · 2014-12-02
Nov 19, 2014

Mr. Speaker, yesterday the Senate rejected legislation to approve the Keystone XL pipeline. Meanwhile, the House has passed legislation to authorize building the pipeline nine times. There is no good reason to continue to delay this…

Congressional Record · 2014-11-19
Nov 17, 2014

Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to recognize Yadkinville Letter Carrier Margaret Hutchens, who delivers mail in the Country Club Road area, the Booneville end of U.S. 601, and the Hamptonville side of Old U.S. 421 West, upon her induction into…

Congressional Record · 2014-11-17
Nov 13, 2014

Mr. Speaker, during a recent visit to Lansing, North Carolina, I stopped in Rose Mountain Butcher Shoppe and met its proprietor, Ann Rose. Ann is a pioneer in the region's local foods movement, delivering meat and organic produce from…

Congressional Record · 2014-11-13
Nov 12, 2014

Mr. Speaker, we are here tonight to pay tribute to the dean of the North Carolina delegation and our beloved colleague of many years, Howard Coble. Howard Coble has been a dedicated public servant to the people of North Carolina and a…

Congressional Record · 2014-11-12
Nov 12, 2014

Mr. Speaker, you can't turn on the TV this week without hearing about MIT economist Jonathan Gruber's comments that ObamaCare was passed by exploiting the lack of information given to the American people. In his comments, Gruber, a key…

Congressional Record · 2014-11-12
Nov 12, 2014

Mr. Speaker, I now yield to our esteemed colleague from eastern North Carolina (Mr. McIntyre). Mr. McINTYRE. Thank you, Howard, for your spirit, service, and standard of statesmanship. Howard and I have had a spirit of friendship that has…

Congressional Record · 2014-11-12

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