Feb 5, 2021
Madam Speaker, I rise in support of the amendment offered by Representative Stefanik, a distinguished member of the Education and Labor Committee. Modernizing the apprenticeship system in this country is more important now than ever, as…
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 · 2021-02-05
Feb 5, 2021
Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, this en bloc incorporates eight amendments with bipartisan support. I want to highlight a few amendments from this en bloc in particular. First, the amendment offered by…
Feb 5, 2021
Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, my colleague on the other side of the aisle says that these grants are not restricted to union programs, or programs that are associated with unions. But the language in…
Feb 5, 2021
Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong opposition to H.R. 477, the National Apprenticeship Act of 2021, which impedes the ability of businesses and employers to fill in-demand jobs…
Dec 17, 2020
Mr. Speaker, on December 4, Speaker Pelosi and Congressman Clyburn announced the unveiling of a new exhibit in the Capitol that pays tribute to Joseph Rainey, the first Black Member of the House of Representatives. He served from 1869…
Dec 17, 2020
Madam Speaker, there has been a lot of news coverage lately on coordinated efforts by the Chinese Communist Party to infiltrate America's institutions. I am particularly troubled by reports revealing efforts by the CCP to exploit academic…
Dec 16, 2020
Madam Speaker, liberal Governors across the country have shown they know nothing about good governance. Many times I have heard impassioned speeches from my Republican colleagues on how liberal Governors running their States have gone off…
Dec 16, 2020
Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to Patrolman Tyler Herndon of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, who passed away on December 11 in the line of duty. He was a dedicated public servant, and many who knew him knew that he loved his job and…
Dec 8, 2020
Mr. Speaker, recently, my family faced a test that was unlike any we had faced before: fighting COVID-19. My husband contracted the virus and spent 4 days in Watauga Medical Center, where he received excellent care from doctors and nurses…
Dec 8, 2020
Mr. Speaker, American innovation is in the express lane, and we have President Trump and both the private and public sectors to thank. The progress that has been made to date on viable vaccine candidates is astonishing, and it is a…
Nov 20, 2020
Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposition to the amendment because I am opposed to the amendment. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentlewoman from North Carolina is recognized for 5 minutes.
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