Apr 8, 2014
Mr. Speaker, I rise today, again, to support equal pay for equal work. Republicans and Democrats share the conviction that no one should lose wages on account of one's sex. As is so often the case in this politically polarized city…
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.
Congressional Record · 2014-04-08
Apr 8, 2014
Madam Speaker, I thank the gentleman from Georgia for yielding. I also thank Chairman Ryan and his staff for their hard work in producing this budget. We owe them a debt of gratitude. Madam Speaker, budget puts a numerical value on the…
Apr 3, 2014
Mr. Speaker, today's debate over the Save American Workers Act, which will attempt to fix another unintended consequence of ObamaCare, reminded me of the recent CBO report which estimated that regulatory changes created by ObamaCare would…
Mar 26, 2014
Mr. Speaker, yesterday, the Supreme Court heard arguments in the Hobby Lobby case. This business is simply asking that owners' rights under the Religious Freedom Restoration Act are respected. In an ironic bit of timing, the administration…
Mar 25, 2014
I am wondering what has changed in the President's mind since 2012 when he said we needed to consolidate programs and have one program for people to come get the help that they need.
Mar 25, 2014
You give a woman a fish and you feed her for a day, teach her to fish and you feed her for a lifetime.
Mar 25, 2014
we passed a bill out of the House called the SKILLS Act, which is now over in the Senate.
Mar 25, 2014
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the memory of Watauga County Deputy Sheriff William R. Mast, Jr. Deputy Mast was shot and killed while responding to a 911 call in Deep Gap, North Carolina, in 2012. Deputy Mast was only 23 years old when…
Mar 24, 2014
Mr. Speaker, tonight the Statesville Chamber of Commerce will host its annual dinner and recognize the individuals, businesses, and nonprofits that help make Statesville, North Carolina, thrive. Unfortunately, our work here will keep me…
Mar 24, 2014
Mr. Speaker, last week it was my pleasure to attend a job fair at Mitchell Community College in Statesville, North Carolina. The job fair was cohosted by the Statesville Chamber of Commerce; and both Mitchell Community College president…
Mar 14, 2014
Mr. Speaker, this Saturday will mark the 1-year anniversary of House passage of H.R. 803, the SKILLS Act. This bill, which I sponsored, would bring much-needed reform and reorganization to our broken Federal workforce development system…
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