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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.

Jan 26, 2011

Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members have 5 legislative days to revise and extend their remarks. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the request of the gentlewoman from North Carolina? There was no objection.

Congressional Record · 2011-01-26
Jan 26, 2011

Mr. Speaker, I would like to point out to our colleagues across the aisle who are complaining about some of the proposed amendments being declared not germane that it is not the Republicans who decide whether amendments are germane or not…

Congressional Record · 2011-01-26
Jan 26, 2011

Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to vote for the previous question, rule, and underlying bill. I yield back the balance of my time, and I move the previous question on the resolution. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on ordering…

Congressional Record · 2011-01-26
Jan 26, 2011

Mr. Speaker, by direction of the Committee on Rules, I call up House Resolution 54 and ask for its immediate consideration. The Clerk read the resolution, as follows: H. Res. 54 Resolved, That at any time after the adoption of this…

Congressional Record · 2011-01-26
Jan 26, 2011

Mr. Speaker, I yield such time as he may consume to the distinguished gentleman from California (Mr. Dreier), chair of the Rules Committee. (Mr. DREIER asked and was given permission to revise and extend his remarks.)

Congressional Record · 2011-01-26
Jan 20, 2011

Mr. Speaker, voters all across the country have rejected the ``government knows best'' philosophy that prevailed during last year's health care debate. In contrast, my Republican colleagues and I believe that American innovation and…

Congressional Record · 2011-01-20
Jan 19, 2011

I thank my friend for yielding me time. I rise today in support of H.R. 2, which repeals the job-destroying government takeover of health care. Voters rejected the ``government knows best'' philosophy in November. In contrast, Republicans…

Congressional Record · 2011-01-19
Jan 12, 2011

Madam Speaker, last Saturday our country suffered a terrible blow. In a senseless and despicable act of violence, a crazed gunman attempted to kill one of this body's finest members and our good friend, Congresswoman Gabby Giffords, while…

Congressional Record · 2011-01-12
Jan 5, 2011

Madam Speaker, I move that the House do now adjourn. The motion was agreed to; accordingly (at 5 o'clock and 50 minutes p.m.), the House adjourned until tomorrow, Thursday, January 6, 2011, at 10 a.m. PROCEEDINGS OF THE HOUSE OF…

Congressional Record · 2011-01-05
Dec 21, 2010

Madam Speaker, the American people sent a crystal clear message to Washington in November that they are tired of this town's job-killing spending spree. But it appears that our colleagues in the current majority didn't get the message. As…

Congressional Record · 2010-12-21
Dec 21, 2010

I want to thank the gentleman from Massachusetts for yielding time, and I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise today very disturbed by the lack of respect the ruling Democrat elites have shown for the will of the…

Congressional Record · 2010-12-21

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