The Biden administration's destructive regulatory agenda is jeopardizing the franchise model. President Biden will stop at nothing to advance big labor's agenda, even if it means harming workers. The Biden administration is working…
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.
This week we celebrate the eighth annual National Apprenticeship Week. It is the perfect time to reflect on what is and what isn't working in our Nation's workforce development programs. There are more than 10 million unfilled jobs in this…
For a record-breaking 13th consecutive year, Old Dominion Freight Line has been named the number one National LTL Carrier for Quality. Mr. Speaker, this is a tremendous feat, and one that underscores how this company has maintained a…
``The pandemic is over.'' That is what President Biden declared in an interview on ``60 Minutes.'' OSHA clearly hasn't gotten the memo, or it wouldn't be attempting to revive a COVID-19 emergency temporary standard, ETS, regarding…
And I thank my good friend from California for yielding time. Mr. Chairman, H.R. 7780, the Mental Health Matters Act, is a package of bills our country would be better off without. For example, Title VI of the bill, the Strengthening…
Passing H.R. 7780 would do a disservice to students, workers, and job creators. This legislation has been weighed, it has been measured, and it has been found wanting. Mr. Chair, I yield back the balance of my time. Mr. DeSAULNIER. Mr…
Republicans are committed to addressing the Nation's mental health crisis, including in the workplace. Unfortunately, this amendment, while spending $30 million, puts the cart before the horse and does nothing to address the serious flaws…
I reserve the balance of my time. Mr. DeSAULNIER. Mr. Chair, could I ask how much time we have remaining? The Acting CHAIR (Mr. Crow). The gentleman from California has 14 minutes remaining. Mr. DeSAULNIER. Mr. Chair, we have no more…
Our colleagues keep saying the goal is compliance. Well, if the goal is compliance, then it is up to the Department to define the standard. Employers do not know what the standard is. Therefore, they do not know what is expected of them to…
On that I demand the yeas and nays. The yeas and nays were ordered. This is a 5-minute vote. The vote was taken by electronic device, and there were--yeas 220, nays 205, not voting 7, as follows: [Roll No. 459] YEAS--220 Adams Aguilar…
I claim the time in opposition. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman is recognized for 5 minutes.
I would like to correct the record regarding a comment Chairman Scott made at the Rules Committee Tuesday that employers must offer mental health benefits. Most health plans governed by ERISA are not required to offer mental health…





