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http://jones.house.gov/press-release/media-advisoryjones-lynch-and-graham-host-press-conference-resolution-declassify-911 ***MEDIA ADVISORY***JONES, LYNCH, AND GRAHAM TO HOST PRESS CONFERENCE ON RESOLUTION TO DECLASSIFY 9/11 REPORT 2014-12-31 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, January 7, Representatives Walter B. Jones (NC-3), Stephen Lynch (MA-8), and Senator Bob Graham (FL) will hold a bipartisan press conference on H. Res. 428, a resolution that calls on President Obama to declassify the 28 pages of the Joint Inquiry into Intelligence Activities Before and After the Terrorist Attacks of September 2001 that were initially classified by President George W. Bush and have remained classified under President Barack Obama. Senator Graham was the chair of the Select Committee on Intelligence when the Joint Inquiry was written and has repeatedly called for the 28 pages to be declassified.  H. Res. 428 states that declassification of the pages is necessary to provide the American public with the full truth surrounding the tragic events of September 11, 2001, particularly relating to the involvement of foreign governments. Congressmen Jones, Lynch, and Massie will introduce H. Res. 428 into the 114th Congress. Also attending the press conference will be representatives from 9/11 Families United for Justice Against Terrorism, and family members of victims killed in the 9/11 attacks. Wednesday, January 7 at 9:30 AM: WHAT: Press conference on the status of H. Res. 428 in the new Congress WHO: Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) Congressman Stephen Lynch (MA-8) Senator Bob Graham (FL) Representatives from 9/11 Families United for Justice Against Terrorism Family members of victims killed in the 9/11 attacks WHEN: Wednesday, January 7 at 9:30 AM WHERE: Cannon House Office Building, Room 121 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-cosponsors-more-bills-help-veterans-any-other-member-congress JONES COSPONSORS MORE BILLS TO HELP VETERANS THAN ANY OTHER MEMBER OF CONGRESS 2014-12-30 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – In the 113th Congress, Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) cosponsored a career record of 86 bills to help veterans by providing better access to more transparent healthcare, access to educational opportunities, affordable housing, and job opportunities.  In fact, Congressman Jones cosponsored more bills to help veterans than any other member of the 113th Congress, spanning from January of 2013 through December 2014. “I am honored to do all I can to help those who’ve worn the uniform,” said Congressman Jones.  “Our veterans have made incredible sacrifices to defend our freedom, and it is imperative to ensure that they have access to quality healthcare, educational opportunities, and job opportunities.  I will continue to do everything I can in the 114th Congress to help our veterans, mindful of the great sacrifices they have made to keep our country free.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/congressman-pittengers-first-term-in-review Congressman Pittenger's First-Term In Review 2014-12-30 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER’S FIRST-TERM IN REVIEW CHARLOTTE – Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) is committed to serving North Carolina’s 9th Congressional District, with unprecedented regular office hours in 7 locations throughout the district while hiring caseworkers with many years of experience to assist constituents.  Our office breaks from standard Capitol Hill procedure with 24/7 staff availability for emergencies and accessible to answer questions about legislation and public policy.  Serving on The Financial Services Committee and Chair of the Congressional Taskforce on Terrorism and Unconventional Warfare, Congressman Pittenger maintains one of the top committee attendance records in all of Congress. During Congressman Pittenger’s first term (2013-2014):   Nearly 2200 constituents received assistance with issues including Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, Veterans benefits, passports, and the IRS. 62,429 letters/e-mails regarding legislation and policy issues were answered. 79,179 constituents received a personal phone call as staff reached out to ensure constituents had access to services and resources. Congressman Pittenger hosted more than 30 town hall meetings. “Serving you is my number one priority,” said Congressman Pittenger.  “Whether you need assistance cutting through federal red tape, have questions about how legislation impacts your daily life, or would like to share your thoughts or concerns or ideas, we are ready to serve you in every way possible.” While more than 380 bills passed by the House of Representatives, many with bipartisan support, were blocked by Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, Congressman Pittenger was successful in leading the Kilah Davenport Child Protection Act to passage in both the House and Senate and signed into law by President Obama.  The House of Representatives also unanimously passed Congressman Pittenger’s legislation to modernize outdated regulations which hinder online banking and overdraft protection transactions. “In 2… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/congressman-pittenger-announces-five-appointments-to-united-states Congressman Pittenger Announces Five Appointments to United States Service Academies 2014-12-29 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER ANNOUNCES FIVE APPOINTMENTS TO UNITED STATES SERVICE ACADEMIES   CHARLOTTE – Five outstanding local students had extra reason to be thankful this holiday season as Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) personally called to announce their appointment to United States service academies.   Mr. Riley Brosnan, a senior at Charlotte Catholic, received an appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy.  The son and grandson of United States Marines officers, he told Congressman Pittenger that “America allowed my mother and her family to emigrate from Vietnam and start a new future away from that war torn country. Our nation has granted me freedom and opportunity that can best be repaid through a period of military service.”  Mr. Brosnan is the son of John and Kim Brosnan and lives in Matthews. Mr. Jackson Dunn, a senior at Myers Park High School, received an appointment to the U.S. Air Force Academy.  Mr. Dunn began his life in a Russian orphanage, which forced him to develop a strong work ethic, leadership, and teamwork skills at a young age.  “The early years of my life were different than most people I know, but for that, I am now thankful.”  Mr. Dunn is the son of Kimberly and Bradley Dunn and lives in Charlotte. Ms. Sydney Frankenberg, a senior at Cannon School, received an appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy.  Profoundly impacted by 9/11, she remembers “a sense of bewilderment at how there could be people full of such hatred for others . . . and a sense of respect for those who valiantly risked their lives that day to serve their country and help others.  Responsibility is and always has been the price of freedom.”  Ms. Frankenberg is the daughter of Brett and Sara Frankenberg and lives in Charlotte. Ms. Sera Martorelli, a senior at Grace Academy, received an appointment to West Point and quoted General MacArthur to Congressman Pittenger. “Duty, Honor, Country . . . those three hallowed words reverently dictate what you ought to be, what you can be, what you will be. … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398499 America's New Congress 2014-12-19 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy Since I was first elected to Congress in 2004, I have heard from thousands of constituents across North Carolina’s Fifth District. In recent years, there has been an understandable note of frustration in their voices over the direction that our country is headed.These folks know all too well the struggle to find a job and pay the bills. They’re angry that it takes an average 111 days just to make enough to pay the government before starting to keep what they earn for the year. They’ve watched an oppressive government intrusion into health care make it far too difficult and expensive for many to do business. They’re discouraged by an uncertain regulatory environment that is wreaking havoc on both employers and employees. They’re outraged at the president’s unprecedented attempt to grant amnesty to millions of illegal aliens when there are so many individuals who have waited years for the opportunity to come to this country the right way. Over the last four years, I have worked with my colleagues in the House to do everything in our power to put this nation on a better path forward. We have passed numerous pieces of legislation to encourage job growth and strengthen America’s standing in the global economy. We’ve also passed bills that would decrease energy costs, allow workers to have more flexibility to spend time with their families and increase transparency in how tax dollars are spent. However, we have been stymied again and again by Democrats in the Senate. Despite the short time we have had, the obstacles we have faced and the enormity of our task, House Republicans have still managed a number of conservative victories. For example, this summer legislation I authored was signed into law to streamline the federal workforce development system, including the elimination of 15 duplicative programs. Recently, we sent a bill to the president’s desk that will allow families of a severely disabled child to save for their child's long-term disability expenses in the same way that many families currently save for coll… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittenger-thanks-to-new-life-919-for-21-years-of-faithful-service Pittenger: Thanks to New Life 91.9 for 21 years of faithful service 2014-12-18 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE     CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER:  THANKS TO NEW LIFE 91.9 FOR 21 YEARS OF FAITHFUL SERVICE   CHARLOTTE – After 21 years of service to the Charlotte region, Thursday afternoon marks the end of local programming on Union County’s New Life 91.9 WRCM. Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09), who has worked with New Life 91.9 on previous charitable and ministry events, had this reaction: “For 21 years, the staff of New Life 91.9 has used their radio ministry to positively impact lives in the Carolinas, including providing supplies for mothers facing unplanned pregnancies, connecting listeners with encouragement and counseling as they grieved or struggled with a loss, spread hope by participating in the “Power to Change” evangelistic outreach campaign, and organized community efforts to supply shoes for needy children in our community and around the world.  Thank you for 21 years of faithful service.  You will be missed!”   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittenger-on-uscuba-policy Pittenger on US/Cuba policy 2014-12-17 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER:  PRESIDENT OBAMA HAS ‘ZEAL TO APPEASE OUR ADVERSARIES’   CHARLOTTE – Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09), who is currently leading a bipartisan effort to dismantle Fidel Castro’s anti-American voting bloc at the United Nations, had this reaction to President Obama’s decision to begin normalizing relations with Cuba: “President Obama’s foreign policy of appeasement, apology, and weary surrender has resulted in the explosive growth of ISIS, the crisis in Ukraine, and growing unrest around the world.  How exactly will rolling over on Cuba advance the cause of freedom and human rights? “In his zeal to appease our adversaries, President Obama is now providing Cuba with credibility to export their Marxist views throughout the world, while enabling access to economic trade that will strengthen the brutal and oppressive Castro regime, even as Cuba consistently works to undermine American policies around the world. “Cuba continues illicit arms sales to North Korea, including an attempt to smuggle fighter jets into North Korea by hiding them under bags of sugar.  Does he think this makes the world a safer place?  “President Obama has just given away great leverage that could have been used to bring about substantial change in Cuba.  His feckless and misguided foreign policy has been counterproductive in Iran, Syria, Egypt, China, and Russia.  Re-examining American policy is good, but President Obama should recognize that the desired objective is for our adversaries to act in a way that best supports American interests.” Congressman Pittenger is Chairman of the Congressional Task Force on Terrorism and Unconventional Warfare and is leading a Congressional effort to dismantle Fidel Castro’s decades-old UN coalition, in which many nations consistently vote against freedom, democracy, and basic human rights.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittenger-kilah-report-update Pittenger: Kilah Report update 2014-12-16 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER ON KILAH REPORT: A GOOD START, BUT MORE WORK TO DO   CHARLOTTE – Today, the United States Department of Justice provided Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) with a summary of their state-by-state report on child abuse laws and penalties, as required by the Kilah Davenport Child Protection Act.  By law, the full report was originally due on November 20th. “The Department of Justice has made a good start, but there is more work to do, including more information on the possible range of punishment for an offender and whether or not each state has enhanced penalties for cases of severe child abuse. “My office has already provided feedback, and we expect the Justice Department to work quickly on completing this report, which is already a month overdue. “Right now, we are focused on helping the Justice Department produce an easy-to-understand report that enables grassroots activists and state legislators to identify and address outdated, lenient, or unworkable child abuse laws before another family suffers a tragedy. “Please join me in praying for the Davenport family as they celebrate their first Christmas without Kilah.  “Thank you to the Davenports for your tireless efforts to bring good out of great loss.” The Kilah Davenport Child Protection Act, which was written and introduced by Congressman Pittenger, was signed into law by President Obama on May 20th.  The law directed the U.S. Attorney General to issue a state-by-state report on child abuse prevention laws within six months, with a particular focus on penalties for cases of severe child abuse.  The goal is to highlight deficient laws and provide states with the opportunity to fix those laws before another tragedy occurs.    ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=364 Congressman Meadows Named Oversight Subcommittee Chairman 2014-12-16 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Congressman Meadows Named Oversight Subcommittee Chairman On Tuesday, Congressman Mark Meadows (R-NC) was appointed Chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Government Operations. The Government Operations Subcommittee will have oversight jurisdiction over critical issues during the final two years of the Obama Presidency, including the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the Department of Labor and public sector unions, and the Executive Office of the President. The subcommittee will also have primary jurisdiction over the majority of legislation moving through the Committee. Rep. Meadows will serve under newly named House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman Jason Chaffetz (R-UT). I'm honored to serve in this new capacity and am committed to fighting for the answers that all Americans deserve, Rep. Meadows said. The current Administration is among the least transparent in history and has stonewalled Congress at every turn. I look forward to working with Chairman Chaffetz and my colleagues on the Committee to end this Administration's legacy of secretiveness, Meadows added. Congressman Meadows has been a valued Member of the Oversight Committee. He understands the value of vigorous oversight and the importance of making sure the government runs effectively and efficiently. I look forward to working with him in his new role, Chairman Jason Chaffetz said. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittenger-on-cia-report-very-cheap-political-shot Pittenger on CIA report: "Very cheap, political shot" 2014-12-15 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   TERROR TASK FORCE CHAIR ON SIRIUS XM: SENATE CIA REPORT A “VERY CHEAP POLITICAL SHOT”   CHARLOTTE – This morning, Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09), Chairman of the Congressional Task Force on Terrorism and Unconventional Warfare, was interviewed live on SiriusXM’s “The Morning Briefing” regarding the release of the Senate Intelligence Committee report on CIA interrogation activities. “This was a very cheap, political shot.  I think you have some people in power right now . . . and they wanted to make their statement as a parting shot going out.  If you want to do something that has real meaningful support and credibility, then do a bipartisan report.  Interview all the people, not just a select few. “Certainly, the interrogation that these terrorists went through was a major discomfort to them, but they’re still alive.  Thousands of Americans are dead.” Click here for full audio of Congressman Pittenger’s interview on SiriusXM’s POTUS Channel.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-votes-against-11-trillion-cromnibus-bill JONES VOTES AGAINST $1.1 TRILLION CROMNIBUS BILL 2014-12-12 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last night, Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) voted against the CRomnibus bill, a combination of a continuing resolution to keep the Department of Homeland Security funded through February and an omnibus spending bill to fund the government until the end of the 2015 fiscal year. Congressman Jones issued the following statement on his vote: “As the only member of Congress to vote against every debt ceiling increase in the last 11 years, I cannot in good conscience support a piece of legislation that does absolutely nothing to address the most pressing issue facing our country – out of control spending,” said Congressman Jones.  “President Obama got everything he wanted in this CRomnibus. This bill provides funding for his unconstitutional amnesty for illegal aliens, hundreds of billions of dollars of more deficit spending, billions of dollars in deficit-financed foreign aid, billions of dollars for his unauthorized wars, funding for Obamacare, a Wall Street giveaway, and a lot of other troubling things buried in 1,700 pages that nobody was given time to read. Instead of leading the way in trying to curb our reckless spending habit, Congress folded like a cheap suit to President Obama.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=397697 McHenry Votes to Keep Government Open 2014-12-12 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Patrick McHenry M001156 mchenry.house.gov     legacy Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10), the Chief Deputy Whip, released the following statement on House passage of legislation to keep the government open and funded for the remainder of the fiscal year:“Yesterday, I supported -- and the House passed -- legislation to fund the federal government, other than the Department of Homeland Security, for the remainder of the fiscal year.  While far from perfect, this legislation was the result of bipartisan negotiations between the House and Senate. It maintains spending levels established in last year’s budget agreement, spending levels which match the lowest discretionary spending in 9 years.  Additionally, this bill cuts IRS funding by $345 million, cuts funding for and staffing levels at the EPA, and prevents a taxpayer bailout of big insurance companies.   “Most importantly this legislation only extends funding for the Department Homeland Security through February. At that time, Republican majorities in the House and Senate can work together to fight President Obama’s unprecedented executive action on immigration before his Administration begins processing applications -- without the President or Democratic Congressional minority scaring the American people with threats of the government shutting down.  The majority of Americans are opposed to the President’s lawless immigration action.  House Republicans remain committed to stopping it and truly addressing our nation’s immigration crisis with a larger Republican majority in the 114th Congress.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-receives-award-perfect-constitutional-voting-record JONES RECEIVES AWARD FOR PERFECT CONSTITUTIONAL VOTING RECORD 2014-12-11 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) received the Constitution Award for scoring 100 percent on The New American’s Freedom Index. The Freedom Index is “a congressional scorecard that rates every member of the House and Senate based on their adherence to constitutional principles of limited government, fiscal responsibility, national sovereignty, and a traditional foreign policy of avoiding foreign entanglements.” Jones was one of only seven House Republicans to receive a perfect score. Among other things, Jones was recognized for his votes against increasing the deficit, against sending millions of dollars abroad in foreign aid, and against unconstitutional indefinite detentions of American citizens. “I am honored to receive the Constitution Award from The New American,” said Congressman Jones. “My primary duty as a member of Congress is to protect our constitutional freedoms, and that duty guides every vote I make.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittengerwashington-can-work Pittenger: Washington can work 2014-12-11 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE     CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER:  “CROMNIBUS” CUTS WASTEFUL SPENDING, SUPPORTS MILITARY, STRENGTHENS FIGHT AGAINST PRESIDENT’S AMNESTY PLAN   WASHINGTON – Tonight, Congressman Robert Pittenger joined a bipartisan majority in passing the FY 2015 Omnibus Spending Package, which cuts wasteful government spending, reduces unnecessary red tape, and strategically shifts the fight over President Obama’s unconstitutional amnesty plan into early 2015.   Prohibits taxpayer bailouts of unprofitable Obamacare insurance plans. Slashes funding for the EPA and IRS and prohibits funds for witch hunts targeting organizations based on political or religious beliefs. Provides funds to eliminate the VA’s disability compensation claims backlog by the end of 2015. Includes strong Second Amendment and Pro Life protections. Provides a pay raise for our brave troops and fully funds cost-of-living adjustments for our honored veterans. Protects farmers from unnecessary Dodd-Frank regulations requiring excessive collateral on farm loans. Lowest federal spending since 2008. “Today’s vote was a victory for hardworking American taxpayers, who are tired of Washington wasting their hard earned money,” commented Congressman Pittenger (NC-09).  “Democrats have long ignored the normal budget process, allowing wasteful spending to continue on autopilot.  This spending bill restores fiscal sanity by forcing Washington to live on a budget, just like ordinary American families.” Today’s vote also tightly restricts President Obama’s unconstitutional amnesty plan by providing no new funding for amnesty-related activities, freezing the Department of Homeland Security budget at current levels, and providing DHS/immigration funding only through late February, allowing the Republican-led House and Senate to more fully address immigration in early 2015. “With today’s vote, we have strategically shifted the fight against illegal amnesty to a more advantageous position, when Republicans control both the House and Senate and can fo… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/terror-task-force-interrogated-terrorists-alive-innocent-americans-dead Terror Task Force: Interrogated Terrorists Alive, Innocent Americans Dead 2014-12-11 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   TERROR TASK FORCE CHAIR ON CIA REPORT: INTERROGATED TERRORISTS STILL ALIVE . . .THOUSANDS OF INNOCENT AMERICANS ARE DEAD   WASHINGTON – Congressman Robert Pittenger, Chairman of the Congressional Task Force on Terrorism and Unconventional Warfare, had this reaction to the release of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence report on the CIA’s detention and interrogation program: “The release of the CIA report by Senator Feinstein and Senate Democrats will do great harm to our national security, increase the threat to Americans living overseas, including military, diplomatic, and humanitarian personnel, and weaken relationships with our allies. “There is no correlation between the barbaric acts of terrorists who gleefully kill innocent Americans and the critical role of the CIA to obtain vital information to protect us from those committed to our destruction. “The terrorists who were interrogated are still alive.  Thousands of innocent Americans are dead.” As Chairman of the Congressional Task Force on Terrorism and Unconventional Warfare, Congressman Pittenger (NC-09) has participated in more than 140 private meetings regarding   the impact of U.S. intelligence policy on safety and security around the world, including meetings with Heads of State from across the Middle East, senior counter-terrorism officials, and outside experts. In September, Congressman Pittenger organized and hosted a first-of-its-kind forum of more than 100 Members of Parliament, Ambassadors, and other officials from 28 European nations to discuss America’s intelligence policy, rebuild relationships damaged by the Snowden revelations, and discuss how to move forward together against ISIS.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398497 Foxx Statement on House Passage of Omnibus Appropriations Bill 2014-12-11 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov foxx https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper WASHINGTON – Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., today issued the following statement regarding passage of the bipartisan “omnibus” spending bill to appropriate funds for the federal government: “While an omnibus spending bill is not ideal, it allows changes to policy that a continuing resolution simply cannot. For example, this legislation includes provisions to help meet the goal of ending the disability claims backlog at the Department of Veterans Affairs by the end of 2015. It also prevents the Army Corps of Engineers from regulating farm ponds and irrigation ditches under the Clean Water Act. “Additionally this bill will allow Congress to focus immediately on addressing the pressing issues facing our nation, including stopping President Obama from implementing his executive amnesty, when we return in January with Republican majorities in the House and Senate. “The appropriations process is an important tool for holding the vast federal bureaucracy accountable to Congress, and it’s my sincere hope that next year the Senate will return to regular order, including hearings, oversight and the elimination of wasteful spending on ineffective programs, as the House has been doing for the past four years.” H.R. 83, Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015, passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 219 to 206. The bill abides by the 2013 bipartisan budget agreement, and overall discretionary spending has been reduced by $165 billion since FY 2010 as a result. The House passed seven appropriations bills this year. The Democratic-led Senate passed no appropriations bills. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T22:44:12Z
https://holding.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=153 Rep. Holding Named Co-Chair of India Caucus 2014-12-11 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC George Holding H001065 holding.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 11, 2014 CONTACT: Alex Miehls, 202-226-8159 Today, Congressman George Holding (NC-13) and Congressman Ami Bera (CA-07) were named co-chairs of the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans for the 114th Congress. They take the helm from current co-chairs Congressman Peter Roskam (IL-06) and Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-14). See below for statements from Congressmen Holding, Roskam, Crowley, and Bera: “As I have said before, the United States-India bilateral relationship can be one of the defining partnerships of this century,” said Holding. “I’m honored to follow Congressmen Roskam and Crowley and thank them for their commitment to this important relationship. I look forward to advancing the efforts of the Caucus as co-chair with Rep. Ami Bera. With a shifting geopolitical situation in Asia, unwavering cooperation between the U.S. and India is essential to promoting peace and stability.” “George is the perfect person for this role and I know that the caucus will be in good hands,” said Roskam. “As Republican Chair of the India Caucus, George will focus in on growing the relationship between our two democracies, emphasizing our nations’ shared interests from global security to trade and international prosperity. At over 180 members, our caucus is the largest in the House dedicated to a single country. Among so many of his colleagues, and with an unmatched work ethic and understanding of the issues, George will absolutely thrive.” “Ami is an accomplished physician, a staunch advocate for his constituents, and is a go-to member when it comes to working constructively in Congress,” said Crowley. “His passion for the issues is impressive, and there is no question the Caucus will be in excellent hands. The Indian-American community has a wonderful partner in Ami Bera, and I look forward to working with him, and the entire India Caucus, as we continue our efforts to strengthen relations between the U.S. and India." “As the only Indian American serving in Congress, I… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://holding.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=154 Rep. Holding: Two Bad Choices Landed on Congress’ Doorstep Today 2014-12-11 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC George Holding H001065 holding.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 11, 2014 Congressman George Holding (NC-13) released the following statement tonight after passage of the bipartisan Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015: “Due to the standoff between the Democratic Senate and the Republican House, two bad choices landed on Congress’ doorstep today. “Bad choice number one was to vote against the appropriations resolution – which would lead straight to a government shutdown. We’ve already seen this doesn’t solve problems or bring about spending cuts. “Bad choice number two was to vote for the appropriations resolution. To be sure, there are some worthwhile provisions in the resolution – for instance, it provides funds to fight ISIS. “Those were the choices, and it was a take it or leave it proposition. We couldn’t amend the bill. We either had to vote for a bad bill or shut down the government. Period. “In the end, I reluctantly voted for the bill as the lesser of two evils. But make no mistake: this budget resolution encapsulated what’s wrong with Washington politics. There wasn’t a good choice. Just two bad choices. “Next year, when there is a Republican majority in the Senate, this kind of broken politics must end. Republicans need to offer a real budget rather than proposing another last-minute resolution.” ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=397694 McHenry Applauds Passage of TRIA Reauthorization 2014-12-10 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Patrick McHenry M001156 mchenry.house.gov     legacy Chief Deputy Whip Patrick McHenry (NC-10), the Chairman of the Financial Services Committee's Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee, released the following statement on House passage of S. 2244, the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act (TRIA) of 2014, extending the program for six more years: “I applaud today’s passage of the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2014.  This legislation accomplishes our Committee’s stated goal: a long-term extension of the TRIA program to protect against losses from possible terrorist attacks, which also reforms the program to reduce the burden on American taxpayers.  These bipartisan reforms will provide the certainty needed for the insurance industry while also continuing the House’s efforts to serve as a responsible steward of tax payer dollars.   “Additionally this legislation protects Main Street businesses by changing burdensome requirements included in the Dodd-Frank financial reform legislation that have unnecessarily harmed countless small businesses. I applaud Chairman Hensarling for his hard work leading this legislation to House passage and strongly encourage the Senate to support it as well.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=363 Congressman Meadows' Statement on Gruber Hearing 2014-12-09 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Congressman Meadows' Statement on the Jonathan Gruber Hearing On Tuesday, Obamacare architect Jonathan Gruber and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Marilyn Tavenner testified before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee on the continued lack of transparency with the implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Congressman Mark Meadows (R-NC) released the following statement: Today, Jonathan Gruber, the Obamacare architect best known for his insulting remarks about the American people, provided a rehearsed, contrived testimony before the Committee that did little to shed light on important questions regarding the construction and implementation of the Affordable Care Act. Mr. Gruber did his best to play dumb when questioned about his knowledge of a variety of topics from whether he predicted thousands of Americans would lose their health insurance under the ACAto how much he has been paid by the federal government for helping to create Obamacare. After providing the Committee with 16 pages detailing his accomplishments and expertise related to Obamacare, Gruber spent 4 hours denying even the most basic knowledge of the construction and implementation of the ACA, Meadows said. In a similar fashion, Ms. Tavenner continued to deny knowing about the problems plaguing the Healthcare.gov site days before the roll out, despite evidence of emails showing her knowledge of the issues. I appreciate the witnesses' willingness to apologize to the American people, but found their refusal to answer some fairly simple questions to be counter-productive, Congressman Mark Meadows added. Watch Congressman Meadows questioning in today's hearing below: Congressman Mark Meadows questioning Gruber and Tavenner Congressman Mark Meadows serves on the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://holding.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=152 Rep. Holding: Administration Must Respond to Alleged Sanctions Against Israel 2014-12-06 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC George Holding H001065 holding.house.gov     legacy Rep. Holding: Administration Must Respond to Alleged Sanctions Against Israel f t # e Washington, DC, December 6, 2014 "It is hard to tell who is friend and who is foe in the eyes of this administration." share: f t FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 6, 2014 CONTACT: Alex Miehls, 202-226-8159 Congressman George Holding (NC-13) issued the follow statement after reports surfaced alleging the Obama administration is mulling sanctions against Israel:“At a time when the Obama administration has requested Congress delay passing any sanctions on Iran over its nuclear weapons program, it is now reportedly discussing sanctions on our staunchest ally in the Middle East, Israel. It is hard to tell who is friend and who is foe in the eyes of this administration. “The cornerstone of our nation’s foreign policy must be that our allies trust us and our enemies fear us. These reports, however, send a clear message that longstanding relationships with allies abroad can no longer be fully trusted. “The Obama administration must issue a clear response as to whether or not they discussed or drafted sanctions against Israel.” ### f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-applauds-bluefin-tuna-quota-increase JONES APPLAUDS BLUEFIN TUNA QUOTA INCREASE 2014-12-05 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy Greenville, NC – Today, Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) thanked U.S. administration officials for heeding his call to fight for U.S. fishermen and secure an increase in quota for western Atlantic bluefin tuna.  The issue was decided in Genoa, Italy last month when the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT) – the international body which manages Atlantic bluefin tuna stocks and of which the United States is a key member – decided to increase the quota from the existing 1,750 metric tons, to 2,000 metric tons, for each of the next two years. For decades U.S. fishermen have been living under depressed quota levels in order to help rebuild the stock.  However, earlier this year ICCAT scientists released new data showing that the western bluefin stock is more than twice the size suggested in previous assessments and is now more than rebuilt.   They also concluded that the western Atlantic quota could be increased from the existing 1,750 metric tons to up to 2,250 metric tons without hurting the stock.  In a letter sent in October, Jones urged U.S. fisheries administrators to “follow the science and do all you can at the November ICCAT meeting to secure an increase in the western bluefin quota to 2,200 metric tons.”  While ICCAT’s ultimate decision to increase the quota to 2,000 metric tons instead of 2,200 metric tons was less than preferred, it was still welcome news. “After years of steep quota reductions, U.S. bluefin tuna fishermen have more than done their part,” said Congressman Jones.  “The economic costs to them, their families, and the communities they support have been severe.  Now that science shows the stock is fully rebuilt, I am pleased to see that their sacrifice will not go unrewarded.” In a letter sent to administration officials today, Jones thanked them for their assistance is securing the increase.  He also encouraged them to continue to follow the science and work to secure additional quota increases at future meetings. See Congressman Jones' letter to the admin… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=362 Meadows Authors Letter to President Demanding Answers on Israel Sanctions 2014-12-05 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Meadows Authors Letter to President Demanding Answers on Israel Sanctions On Friday, Congressman Mark Meadows (R-NC) authored a letter, signed by 47 of his colleagues, to President Obama demanding clarification on recent reports indicating the Administration is considering imposing sanctions against Israel for constructing homes in East Jerusalem. Earlier this week, State Department Deputy Spokesperson Marie Harf dodged questions on whether the Administration would pursue sanctions. On Friday, White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest failed to give a definitive yes or no answer when asked about the Administration's position duringthe White House press briefing. I'm appalled that the Administration would even consider the idea of sanctioning Israelone of our closest allies. We need clarification from the White House on this immediately, Meadows said. What message does it send to the world for the US to impose sanctions against Israel while easing sanctions against Irana state-sponsor of terror with an abysmal human rights record? Meadows added. Signatories include: Kerry Bentivolio (R-MI), Gus Bilirakis (R-FL), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Dave Brat (R-VA), Jim Bridenstine (R-OK), Larry Bucshon (R-IN), Curt Clawson (R-FL), Doug Collins (R-GA), Paul Cook (R-CA), Ron DeSantis (R-FL), Jeff Duncan (R-SC), Chuck Fleischmann, John Fleming (R-LA), (R-TN), Virginia Foxx (R-NC), Scott Garrett (R-NJ), Paul Gosar (R-AZ), Trey Gowdy (R-SC), Tim Griffin (R-AR), Michael Grimm (R-NY), Joe Heck (R-NV), Richard Hudson (R-NC), Sam Johnson (R-TX), Jim Jordan (R-OH), Mike Kelly (R-PA), Peter King (R-NY), Doug Lamborn (R-CO), Leonard Lance (R-NJ), Billy Long (R-MO), Tom McClintock (R-CA), Luke Messer (R-IN), Mick Mulvaney (R-SC), Alan Nunnelee (R-MS), Pete Olson (R-TX), Steven Palazzo (R-MS), Robert Pittenger (R-NC), Mike Pompeo (R-KS), Bill Posey (R-FL), Reid Ribble (R-WI), Todd Rokita (R-IN), Matt Salmon (R-AZ), Aaron Schock (R-IL), David Schweikert (R-AZ), Pete Sessions (R-TX), Adrian Smith (R-NE), Jackie Walorski (R-IN), Joe … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-votes-against-cuts-military-benefits JONES VOTES AGAINST CUTS IN MILITARY BENEFITS 2014-12-04 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) voted against the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2015, which cuts military benefits and provides billions of dollars in spending toward President Obama’s unconstitutional expansion of military force in Iraq and Syria. The NDAA for FY 2015 cuts military benefits by requiring a $3 increase in certain pharmacy co-pays and a 1 percent decrease in the housing allowance for uniformed service members.   In addition to cuts in military benefits, the NDAA for FY 2015 also includes President Obama’s $5 billion request to fund Operation Inherent Resolve in Iraq and Syria.  Of that $5 billion, $3.4 billion will be used for airstrikes against ISIS and $1.6 billion will be used for training Sunni tribes and forces in Iraq.  Overall, the NDAA for FY 2015 authorizes $63.7 billion for Overseas Contingency Operations (OCO) in Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, Pakistan and elsewhere.  “I cannot vote for a bill that cuts military benefits while funding wars that Congress never declared,” said Congressman Jones.  Congress repeatedly authorizes spending on undeclared wars that put our troops in danger and then has the audacity to cut the benefits of those they are unconstitutionally sending overseas to fight.  It’s just not right.”  Congressman Jones also opposed a provision in the bill which directs the U.S. government to give away 2,300 acres in Arizona to a foreign-controlled corporation (Resolution Copper) without going through a competitive bidding process and without the approval of local native American Indian tribes who consider the land home. The House of Representatives passed its version of the NDAA bill in the spring, and it has been in conference with the Senate until this month. The House-Senate conference version of the NDAA was filed in the House of Representatives late on Tuesday night, and was voted on today – less than 72 hours after it was filed. Once it passes the Senate, it will be sent to President Obama for him to sign into law. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittenger-increase-funding-for-military-suicide-prevention Pittenger: Increase funding for military suicide prevention 2014-12-04 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER VOTES TO INCREASE FUNDING FOR MILITARY SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAMSLegislation Also Enhances Prosecution of Military Sexual Assault   WASHINGTON – More active-duty soldiers have committed suicide since 2001 than have been killed fighting in Afghanistan.  In response to this epidemic, Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) today voted to approve more than $45 million in funding for military behavioral and psychological health programs. “Our brave men and women in uniform volunteer to risk their lives in defense of our freedom and way of life,” commented Congressman Pittenger.  “Sadly, many return home with wounds we cannot see.  In response to their sacrifice, we as a nation should be honored to provide them with adequate treatment for PTSD and other mental health challenges unique to the stresses of military life.”  The National Defense Authorization Act also continues efforts to combat the scourge of military sexual assault by eliminating the “good soldier defense” and providing consultation for victims on options for prosecuting the attacker. The National Defense Authorization Act, which passed the House of Representatives today by a vote of 300-119, also: Rejects President Obama’s proposal for several years of increases to pharmaceutical co-pays for military families and veterans, replacing it with a one-year, $3 increase for select medications. Significantly reduces President Obama’s proposed cuts to the Basic Housing Allowance. Provides continued funding for airstrikes against ISIS. Supports the inherent right of religious liberty in the Armed Forces. Congressman Pittenger’s office has helped thousands of veterans cut through bureaucratic red tape at the Veterans Administration and Department of Defense.  If you or a veteran you know need assistance, please call Congressman Pittenger’s Charlotte office at 704-362-1060.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittenger-president-sets-dangerous-precedent Pittenger: President sets dangerous precedent 2014-12-04 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER:  PRESIDENT OBAMA’S IMMIGRATION ACTION SETS DANGEROUS PRECEDENTCo-Sponsors Legislation to Prevent Current and Future Acts of Executive Overreach   WASHINGTON – This morning, Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) addressed the U.S. House of Representatives in support of H.R. 5759, the Preventing Executive Overreach on Immigration Act, which Congressman Pittenger co-sponsored. “Every American should be concerned by the President’s unconstitutional grab of power.  If the President can change this law, what prevents him from this abuse of power in other policies? “This is not the only action the House will take to restrict the overreach of the President, and I am committed to continuing our efforts in the coming weeks and into the next session of Congress.” H.R. 5759 upholds Constitutional provisions stating that Congress establishes Naturalization laws while the President “shall take Care that the Laws be faithfully executed.”  H.R. 5759 applies to both current and future Executive Actions, preventing future Presidents (Republican or Democrat) from bypassing the Constitution via executive action. H.R. 5759 passed the U.S. House of Representatives with a bipartisan majority of 219-197. Full video of Congressman Pittenger’s speech in support of H.R. 5759 is available on Congressman Pittenger’s YouTube page and website.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398495 Foxx Supports Passage of National Defense Authorization Act 2014-12-04 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov foxx https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper WASHINGTON – Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., today voted in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015, which authorizes funding for America’s military and defense initiatives. It passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 300 to 119. “Providing for the common defense of the United States of America is the federal government’s primary responsibility,” said Foxx. “This bill maintains the nation’s defense readiness and ensures the continued success of our military men and woman by providing them with the best equipment, skills development and compensation.” Congress has passed the National Defense Authorization Act during each of the last 52 years. This year’s bill authorizes $521.3 billion in discretionary spending for national defense, which includes funding for the pay and benefits of the nation’s troops and their families. Additionally it authorizes $63.7 billion for overseas contingency operations. ### U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx is currently serving her fifth term as the representative of North Carolina’s 5th Congressional District and is the elected Republican Conference Secretary. Dr. Foxx is the chair of the House Education and the Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and serves as Vice Chair of the House Rules Committee. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T22:44:12Z
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398494 Foxx Praises Passage of Legislation to Help Reduce Financial Strain Facing Disabled Americans 2014-12-03 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov foxx https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper WASHINGTON – Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., today voted in favor of bipartisan legislation that would allow families of a severely disabled child to save for their child's long-term disability expenses in the same way that many families currently save for college through popular 529 investment plans. H.R. 647, also known as the Achieving a Better Life Experience Act or ABLE Act, overwhelmingly passed the House of Representatives by a vote of 404 to 17. “Individuals with disabilities often face enormous financial struggles. The ABLE Act will positively impact millions of American families with a severely disabled child and help provide those families with peace of mind about the future,” said Foxx. “By allowing disabled individuals to save money without jeopardizing their benefits, the ABLE Act also encourages personal responsibility instead of increasing dependency on the government.” ABLE accounts would be a savings vehicle for disability-related expenses that would supplement, but not supplant, benefits provided through private insurances, the Medicaid program, the supplemental security income program, the beneficiary's employment and other sources. 529A accounts would be administered by participating states in a manner similar to 529 college savings accounts. Families would have a choice of investment options, and the range of investment options available would be determined by each state. Accounts would be available only to individuals diagnosed with a disability before age 26, and qualified beneficiaries could have only one ABLE account. ### U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx is currently serving her fifth term as the representative of North Carolina’s 5th Congressional District and is the elected Republican Conference Secretary. Dr. Foxx is the chair of the House Education and the Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and serves as Vice Chair of the House Rules Committee. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T22:44:12Z
https://holding.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=151 ABLE Act Will Help Millions of People with Disabilities 2014-12-03 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC George Holding H001065 holding.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 3, 2014 CONTACT: Alex Miehls, 202-226-8159 Earlier today, Congressman George Holding (NC-13) took to the House floor to share the story of a constituent from Raleigh, Kenneth Kelty, and to voice his support of the ABLE Act (H.R. 647), which later passed with broad bipartisan support. Video and full remarks are below: [[{"fid":"299","view_mode":"teaser","fields":{"format":"teaser","field_file_image_alt_text[und][0][value]":"","field_file_image_title_text[und][0][value]":"CLICK to watch!"},"type":"media","attributes":{"title":"CLICK to watch!","class":"media-element file-teaser"}}]] “Mr. Chairman, I thank the gentleman for the time. Earlier today I had the privilege of meeting with Kenneth Kelty and his mother, Jacqueline. They’re from my district and this is a family who would benefit directly from the ABLE Act and who shared their support of this important bill with me, just this afternoon. “Kenneth recently graduated from the University Participant Program at Western Carolina University – a program that allows students with disabilities to study side by side with other students at the university. In Kenneth’s words, it was a chance to do all the same things as everyone else with nothing holding us back. Kenneth joined a fraternity, had a good time, learned a lot, and was able to come back and have a job. “Mr. Chairman, just as the University Participant Program helps people with disabilities – like Kenneth – so will this bipartisan ABLE Act. This bill will allow tax-free savings accounts for expenses such as housing, education, and employment training. Similar to 529 college savings accounts, these accounts will help provide families some peace of mind when trying to save for their children’s long-term expenses. “So Mr. Chairman, I encourage my colleagues to support the ABLE Act. And I thank you, and I yield back.”   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittengers-online-banking-legislation-unanimously-approved Pittenger's online banking legislation unanimously approved 2014-12-02 2014 2014-12 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES UNANIMOUSLY APPROVES CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER’S LEGISLATION TO SIMPLIFY ONLINE BANKING   WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously approved Congressman Robert Pittenger’s bipartisan legislation to study and update 1980s-era regulations rendered obsolete by modern banking technology. The Regulation D Study Act (H.R. 3240) targets rules which limit online transfers and automatic withdrawals involving savings accounts to only six transactions per month.  Credit unions and banks report that many customers are hit with unnecessary overdraft fees when Regulation-D blocks automatic overdraft protection transactions. “The regulators who created this rule never envisioned online banking and modern banking technology,” said Congressman Pittenger (NC-09).  “As technology advances, we need to make sure federal regulations keep pace. We can continue to protect the financial system while allowing families more flexibility to use online banking tools.” Continuing Congressman Pittenger’s effort to find bipartisan solutions to America’s problems, H.R. 3240 was introduced with the support of Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney, a senior Democrat from New York City. Click here for full video of Congressman Pittenger and Congresswoman Maloney urging their colleagues to support H.R. 3240 ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=397688 McHenry Praises Selection of Rep. Tim Moore as Speaker of N.C. House & Rep. Mike Hager as Majority Leader 2014-11-25 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Patrick McHenry M001156 mchenry.house.gov     legacy Chief Deputy Whip Patrick McHenry today praised the selection of State Representative Tim Moore of Cleveland County to be the next Speaker of the North Carolina House of Representatives.  Moore was chosen on the first ballot by the Republican Caucus and will succeed Speaker Thom Tillis who was elected to the U.S. Senate.   “Tim Moore and I were both elected to the North Carolina House in 2002 and it was clear from the very start that Tim was a natural leader and would do great things for our state,” said Congressman McHenry.  “I’m thrilled not just to have a Speaker from the Tenth Congressional District, but especially one of Tim’s caliber serving North Carolina.”   Another representative from the Tenth District also claimed the position of N.C. House Majority Leader.  Representative Mike Hager of Rutherford County was elected to the top post in the GOP Caucus.  “Mike has been a solid leader on the issues of energy and economic development and he has fought tirelessly for his constituents in Rutherford and Burke Counties.  I know he will be a great Majority Leader.”  McHenry said.  “I would be remiss if I didn’t also mention my State Representative, Jason Saine of Lincoln County, who ran a strong campaign for Majority Leader.  Jason will continue to be an influential leader in the Legislature and I’m proud to call him my Representative.” The North Carolina General Assembly will convene in January.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141206005356/http://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=619 Hudson Statement on Extension of Iran Nuclear Talks 2014-11-25 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 web.archive.org     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 25, 2014      Hudson Statement on Extension of Iran Nuclear Talks   WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement reacting to the extension of Iran nuclear talks:   “I remain deeply concerned about extending negotiations with Iran without considering additional sanctions. It appears that President Obama is more concerned with reaching a deal -- any deal -- than he is with stopping Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapons capability. We need to continue to tighten sanctions unless and until Iran is ready to begin negotiating in good faith to indefinitely end its nuclear program.”   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittenger-changing-personnel-wont-fix-weak-foreign-policy Pittenger: Changing personnel won't fix weak foreign policy 2014-11-24 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER: CHANGING DEFENSE SECRETARIES WON’T FIX FOREIGN POLICY MISTAKES   CHARLOTTE – Congressman Robert Pittenger, Chairman of the Congressional Task Force on Terrorism and Unconventional Warfare, had this reaction to the resignation of Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel: “President Obama’s foreign policy of appeasement and apology has created the vacuum in which ISIS exploded into a major national security threat, Russia forcefully annexed part of Ukraine, and the Syrian crisis spiraled out of control. “Shuffling personnel will do nothing to address the underlying problem, which is President Obama’s lack of common sense when it comes to world affairs.  America’s withdraw from the world stage is seen as an opportunity by those bent on evil. “America and the world have known peace when America was strong.  Currently, even our closest allies don’t know if they can trust America, and we are all in danger. “Secretary Hagel honorably served America as a decorated veteran of the Vietnam War, as a dedicated Senator, and as Secretary of Defense, where he worked hard to serve our brave men and women stationed around the world.  We thank him for his service. “Hopefully, the next Secretary of Defense will be allowed a seat at President Obama’s inner circle and breathe fresh air into a foreign policy that has been allowed to stagnate.” As Chairman of the Congressional Task Force on Terrorism and Unconventional Warfare, Congressman Pittenger (NC-09) earlier this year hosted a major gathering of 100 Members of Parliament, Ambassadors, and other officials from 28 European nations to discuss intelligence policy and to forge stronger relationships in the fight against ISIS. Congressman Pittenger has also met privately with several heads of state, including Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, to better understand how the world views America and President Obama’s foreign policy. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://holding.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=150 Rep. Holding: 'Skeptical' About Iran Nuclear Negotiations Extension 2014-11-24 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC George Holding H001065 holding.house.gov     legacy Rep. Holding: 'Skeptical' About Iran Nuclear Negotiations Extension f t # e Washington, DC, November 24, 2014 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 24, 2014 Today, Congressman George Holding (NC-13) released the following statement after the announcement of an extension of negotiations surrounding Iran’s nuclear program for an additional seven months: “I remain skeptical about yet another extension of the Iran nuclear talks. We’ve had almost a year of negotiations and Iran has shown little willingness to make real concessions. “We have to ask ourselves: Is another extension better than a bad deal or no deal at all? “An extension is only acceptable if it leads to a deal that completely shuts the door on Iran’s path to a nuclear bomb. Otherwise, it simply allows Iran to buy more time and relief from sanctions. “The administration needs to stop giving in to the demands of Iran’s radical leaders to keep tens of thousands of centrifuges spinning and the Arak reactor intact. We should not enter into any deal with Iran if they will not candidly acknowledge their past deceptions about their nuclear activities and dismantle their nuclear infrastructure.”  ###  f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141206010519/http://holding.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-holding-skeptical-about-iran-nuclear-negotiations-extension Rep. Holding: 'Skeptical' About Iran Nuclear Negotiations Extension 2014-11-24 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC George Holding H001065 web.archive.org     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 24, 2014 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman George Holding (NC-13) released the following statement after the announcement of an extension of negotiations surrounding Iran’s nuclear program for an additional seven months: “I remain skeptical about yet another extension of the Iran nuclear talks. We’ve had almost a year of negotiations and Iran has shown little willingness to make real concessions. “We have to ask ourselves: Is another extension better than a bad deal or no deal at all? “An extension is only acceptable if it leads to a deal that completely shuts the door on Iran’s path to a nuclear bomb. Otherwise, it simply allows Iran to buy more time and relief from sanctions. “The administration needs to stop giving in to the demands of Iran’s radical leaders to keep tens of thousands of centrifuges spinning and the Arak reactor intact. We should not enter into any deal with Iran if they will not candidly acknowledge their past deceptions about their nuclear activities and dismantle their nuclear infrastructure.”  ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittenger-presidents-actions-an-affront-to-every-american Pittenger: President's actions an affront to every American 2014-11-21 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER:  PRESIDENT OBAMA’S ACTIONS AN AFFRONT TO THE AMERICAN PEOPLE   WASHINGTON – Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) had this reaction after watching President Obama announce executive action on immigration: “The unilateral actions announced tonight by President Obama are an affront to the American people and an egregious violation of our Constitution. “Our Founding Fathers devised a carefully divided system of government, with checks and balances and a purposeful separation of powers.  According to the Constitution, legislative  power is delegated to Congress, while the President’s authority is to enforce the laws, not write the laws. “President Obama has made 22 public declarations that he cannot, should not, and must not write his own immigration laws. He should be a man of his word.  Instead, his actions have precipitated a Constitutional crisis.” Congressman Pittenger understands that the first step to sustainable immigration reform is to secure the border, and was hopeful President Obama would work with Republicans in 2015 on border security legislation. Congressman Pittenger regularly participates in Naturalization Ceremonies at the Federal Courthouse in Uptown Charlotte, where he honors those who respect America’s immigration laws and welcomes our new citizens.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398493 Foxx Welcomes Ruling to Allow Prayer at Forsyth County Commission Meetings 2014-11-21 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov foxx https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper WASHINGTON – Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., today issued the following statement regarding a decision by U.S. District Court Judge James A. Beaty Jr. to lift a 2010 injunction and allow the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners to return to their former policy of allowing sectarian prayer before meetings: “Once again local officials will be able to open their meetings with prayer as long as anyone may offer the prayer and no one is required to participate. It is wonderful to know that Forsyth County’s commissioners can continue the tradition of seeking heavenly wisdom in the difficult decisions they face through an opening prayer.” The recent U.S. Supreme Court decision in the case of Town of Greece v. Galloway reaffirmed the practice of prayer in public life. ### U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx is currently serving her fifth term as the representative of North Carolina’s 5th Congressional District and is the elected Republican Conference Secretary. Dr. Foxx is the chair of the House Education and the Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and serves as Vice Chair of the House Rules Committee. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T22:43:56Z
http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=397683 McHenry Statement on Obama's Executive Action on Immigration 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Patrick McHenry M001156 mchenry.house.gov     legacy Chief Deputy Whip Patrick McHenry (NC-10) released the following statement on President Barack Obama's announcement of executive action on immigration: “This evening we have once again seen a President more focused on pursuing divisive political gimmicks as opposed to sound policy and the wishes of the American people.  President Obama’s unilateral action on immigration is not just illegal, as he himself has acknowledged on numerous occasions in the past, but more importantly, it does nothing to actually fix our nation’s broken immigration system; in fact, it makes the situation worse. “If the President were actually committed to getting something done, he would work with Congress to find a bipartisan solution that secures our nation’s borders and builds an immigration system that works for the countless law-abiding people who wish to realize the American Dream. Instead he has chosen an unconstitutional executive action opposed by the majority of Americans, an action which Congressional Republicans will use the powers we possess to block.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/in-the-news/congressman-pittenger-on-siriusxm-1 Congressman Pittenger on SiriusXM 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy Congressman Pittenger’s interview from today’s “The Morning Briefing” on SiriusXM’s POTUS Channel discussing immigration, ISIS and the 2015 Congress. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/in-the-news/congressman-pittenger-on-wsic-statesville Congressman Pittenger on WSIC Statesville 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy Congressman Pittenger’s interview with WSIC Statesville on President Obama’s immigration plans. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittenger-remembers-sgt-jeff-greene Pittenger remembers Sgt. Jeff Greene 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER REMEMBERS UNION COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPUTY SGT. JEFF GREENE   WASHINGTON – This morning, Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) addressed the U.S. House of Representatives about Union County Sheriff’s Deputy Sergeant Jeff Greene, who died Wednesday morning in a tragic motor vehicle collision in Monroe, NC. “Sergeant Greene was committed to serving his community, both as a law enforcement officer and as an active volunteer, and he will be greatly missed.  “May we honor all like Sergeant Greene, and remember to pray daily for them, these brave men and women, who faithfully work to protect our communities.” Sergeant Greene was a 10-year veteran of the Union County Sheriff’s Office, a veteran of both the United States Air Force and United States Marines, and a committed family man.  He leaves behind his wife, April, daughters Nicolle and Allison, and five precious grandchildren. Full video of Congressman Pittenger’s speech in honor of Sgt. Jeff Greene is available on Congressman Pittenger’s YouTube page and website.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398492 Foxx Blasts Obama Executive Action on Immigration 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov foxx https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper WASHINGTON – Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., today issued the following statement following President Obama’s announcement that he will take executive action to grant amnesty to millions of immigrants illegally in the United States: “President Obama does not have the legal authority to legislate, and his unilateral actions on immigration are a blatant overreach of his Constitutionally-granted executive authority. The president claims to believe in the Constitution, but his actions tonight demonstrate otherwise. “The president himself has even acknowledged that this is not how our democracy functions. Just last year he told Univision that he believed ‘it is very important for us to recognize that the way to solve this problem has to be legislative.’ “America’s immigration system is broken. It’s not working for families, employers or taxpayers. However, it is Congress’ responsibility to pursue reforms and build consensus toward a strong immigration policy that begins with border security. “Immigration reform must be approached carefully and with ample public input. There is too much at stake to do anything else.” ### U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx is currently serving her fifth term as the representative of North Carolina’s 5th Congressional District and is the elected Republican Conference Secretary. Dr. Foxx is the chair of the House Education and the Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and serves as Vice Chair of the House Rules Committee. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T22:43:56Z
https://holding.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=149 The President Struck a Blow to Our System of Checks and Balances 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC George Holding H001065 holding.house.gov     legacy The President Struck a Blow to Our System of Checks and Balances f t # e Washington, DC, November 20, 2014 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 20, 2014  Congressman George Holding (NC-13) released the following statement in response to President Obama’s executive actions on immigration:  “The issue, after the president’s address tonight, is no longer whether Congress and the president can agree on an immigration policy. The question is: Does a president have the power to alter laws without passing new statutes? “Throughout our history the answer has been no. “These are strong words but, tonight, in pursuit of a political agenda, President Obama struck a blow at the checks and balances system that has been at the heart of our government – and our Constitution – for over 200 years. “Whether you are Democrat or Republican, whether you agree or disagree with the president’s policy on immigration, you cannot agree with his actions – no man has the power to be both president and legislator.” ### f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141206005600/http://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=618 Hudson Statement on President Obama's Executive Action to Grant Amnesty to Millions 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 web.archive.org     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 20, 2014      Hudson Statement on President Obama’s Executive Action to Grant Amnesty to Millions   WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement reacting to President Obama’s proposal to take executive action to grant amnesty to millions of illegal immigrants:   “I am outraged at the President’s irresponsible ‘my way or no way’ approach to this important issue. By bypassing Congress, President Obama is disrespecting our constitution and ignoring the American people who demanded that leaders in Washington work together to solve the problems facing our nation.   “Granting amnesty to those here illegally is an affront to American workers and the people who are trying to join our country legally. As I’ve said before, I recognize our immigration system is broken and in need of reform, but I cannot and will not support any type of immigration reform until we secure the border first. We need to pass permanent, meaningful reforms that address the root of the problem to stop the influx of illegal immigration. I will do everything in my power to block the administration’s illegal amnesty policies and remain committed to working with my colleagues to secure our borders and fix our broken immigration system.”   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141206005802/http://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=617 Hudson Chosen to Serve on House Energy and Commerce Committee 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 web.archive.org     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 20, 2014     Hudson Chosen to Serve on House Energy and Commerce Committee   WASHINGTON, DC– Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement after being selected by his colleagues to serve on the U.S. House of Representatives Energy and Commerce Committee for the 114th Congress:   "I'm excited to have the opportunity to serve on a committee that is so important to North Carolina and the Eighth District. Our state has the opportunity to unleash our own energy resources, grow our economy, and create good jobs. From my position on the Energy and Commerce Committee, I will work to cut federal spending, replace Obamacare with a healthcare system that puts patients first, and go after all sources of American energy in order to lower costs for everyone and put people back to work.”   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141206010555/http://holding.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/the-president-struck-a-blow-at-our-system-of-checks-and-balances The President Struck a Blow to Our System of Checks and Balances 2014-11-20 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC George Holding H001065 web.archive.org     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 20, 2014 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman George Holding (NC-13) released the following statement in response to President Obama’s executive actions on immigration:  “The issue, after the president’s address tonight, is no longer whether Congress and the president can agree on an immigration policy. The question is: Does a president have the power to alter laws without passing new statutes? “Throughout our history the answer has been no. “These are strong words but, tonight, in pursuit of a political agenda, President Obama struck a blow at the checks and balances system that has been at the heart of our government – and our Constitution – for over 200 years. “Whether you are Democrat or Republican, whether you agree or disagree with the president’s policy on immigration, you cannot agree with his actions – no man has the power to be both president and legislator.” ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittenger-president-says-no-to-working-together Pittenger: President says 'no' to working together 2014-11-19 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER:  AMERICANS WANT BIPARTISANSHIP, PRESIDENT OBAMA SAYS ‘NO’   WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Robert Pittenger called on President Obama to respect the rule of law and avoid setting a dangerous precedent. “America is a nation of laws, and we function best when those laws are applied fairly and equally,” said Congressman Pittenger (NC-09).  “For President Obama to claim that picking and choosing which laws to enforce is the best way to fix our broken immigration system is an egregious abuse of power and irresponsible. “We are committed to preserving the integrity of our Constitution.  We will not allow President Obama to arbitrarily abuse the role and purpose of the Executive Branch.  Our Founding Fathers wisely created a three-branch government, with a careful system of checks and balances, which President Obama is now attempting to bypass. “For that reason, we will use every prudent legislative means possible to limit the execution of President Obama’s plan to selectively enforce immigration law, including responsible efforts to restrict funding, action on the appointment process, and through policy initiatives. “We just completed an election where the American people clearly expect us to work together.  Republicans are listening, but President Obama is saying ‘no’ to the American people through his unilateral actions.” Congressman Pittenger understands that the first step to sustainable immigration reform is to secure the border, and was hopeful President Obama would work with Republicans in 2015 on border security legislation. Congressman Pittenger remains the only United States Congressman to regularly participate in Naturalization Ceremonies at the Federal Courthouse in Uptown Charlotte, where he honors those who respect America’s immigration laws.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=361 Meadows Calls on Abbas to Take Action in Response to Recent Attacks 2014-11-19 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Meadows Calls on Abbas to Take Action in Response to Recent Attacks f t # e Washington, DC, November 19, 2014 Congressman Mark Meadows (R-NC) released the following statement in response to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas' remarks on the Israeli synagogue attack that occurred on Tuesday: On Tuesday we saw the face of pure evil when two Palestinian men attacked and killed five Israeli men, three of whom were dual US-Israeli citizens. There are no words strong enough to condemn the barbaric, horrific attacks that took place in West Jerusalem. My thoughts and prayers are with the families of those lost. While many have applauded Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas' condemnation of these attacks, it must be pointed out that Hamaswhich is part of the Palestinian Unity Governmentpraised this attack. As long as the Palestinian government embraces Hamas, statements condemning its terrorist acts are simply empty words. I call on President Abbas to denounce the brutal Hamas terrorists and remove them from the Palestinian government. Congressman Mark Meadows serves on the House Foreign Affairs Committee. ### f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/obamacare-14-cuts-for-local-seniors Obamacare = 14% cuts for local seniors 2014-11-18 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   OBAMACARE HURTS SENIORSMedicare Advantage Payments Cut by 14% for Local Residents WASHINGTON – Congressman Robert Pittenger today called on President Obama to work with Republicans in repealing the most damaging parts of Obamacare, including his plan to cut $156 billion from the popular Medicare Advantage program. “Thanks to Obamacare, Medicare Advantage payments in Mecklenburg, Iredell, and Union are being cut by almost 14 percent, or more than $1400 per senior,” said Congressman Pittenger.  “Nearly 60,000 North Carolina seniors are being told their Medicare Advantage plans won’t be renewed, and many more are facing substantial cost increases. “How does President Obama sleep at night, knowing his signature domestic policy achievement is causing so much pain for so many American families?” According to the Charlotte Observer, “North Carolina seniors who choose private Medicare policies are seeing an unusual level of turmoil this year, with more than 57,000 notified their plans won’t be offered in 2015 and others seeing rates more than triple.” Congressman Pittenger was the first Member of Congress from North Carolina to co-sponsor comprehensive legislation to replace Obamacare with a common-sense plan focused on tax incentives to make it more affordable for families to purchase the health care of their choice, instead of penalties for not purchasing President Obama’s choice for their health insurance. “Obamacare was built on efforts to mislead the American people and bypass Congressional safeguards,” commented Congressman Pittenger (NC-09).  “Now is the time for President Obama to admit his mistake and work with Congress on honest solutions for hardworking American families.” ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141206015055/http://www.burr.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?FuseAction=PressOffice.Blogs&Type=Blog&ContentRecord_id=b6982051-a190-add9-cbc7-841059f6e873 Keystone XL Pipeline 2014-11-18 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Richard Burr B001135 web.archive.org     legacy November 18, 2014 - 7:27 PM Keystone XL Pipeline [Share This] This evening the Senate finally took a vote to approve the Keystone Pipeline. As an original cosponsor of the bill and supporter of its authorization, it's inexplicable that Senate Democrats and the President continue to block legislation supported by this Administration's own State Department and a strong majority of Americans.Americans want real leadership and a genuine opportunity to build a healthy economy again. The Keystone Pipeline -- beyond creating thousands of shovel-ready jobs - would invest billions of dollars into our economy and would also improve our energy security at a time of unrest abroad. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141206010004/http://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=616 Hudson Honored to Help Reunite Soldier and War Dog 2014-11-16 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 web.archive.org     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 16, 2014    Hudson Honored to Help Reunite Soldier and War Dog WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement after helping reunite Spc. Brent Grommet and his retired military dog, Matty.  “When I first learned of this situation, I was heartbroken and determined to do all that I could to get Matty back to Spc. Grommet. I am truly honored to have played a small role to help reunite these two heroes. Moreover, I am deeply humbled and grateful for the family that cared for Matty and selflessly returned him to our soldier. I spoke with Brent this morning and was thrilled to hear the details of their emotional reunion and how excited Matty was to see him. I also look forward to working with my colleagues on legislation to amend Robby's Law to ensure mishaps like this don't happen again in the future.” Background As first reported by the New York Post, Spc. Brent Grommet and his military dog, Matty, returned from Afghanistan in July 2013 after both sustained injuries in the line of duty. Instead of allowing Spc. Grommet to adopt Matty as allowed under Robby’s Law, the two were inexplicably separated. Upon hearing of this story, Rep. Hudson utilized his relationships with various stakeholders and was able to track down Matty’s whereabouts. The family who had adopted Matty in good faith and had cared for him for almost a year graciously offered to return the dog to its rightful owner and Matty and Spc. Grommet were reunited over the weekend. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-demands-answers-obama%E2%80%99s-strategy-against-isil JONES DEMANDS ANSWERS ON OBAMAS STRATEGY AGAINST ISIL 2014-11-14 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) spoke at the House Armed Services Committee hearing with Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel on the Obama Administration’s strategy for combating ISIL.  The Obama Administration is asking Congress to authorize $5.6 billion to expand the U.S. military presence in Iraq and Syria, including $1.6 billion to train Iraqi military personnel. Last week it was announced that the Obama Administration plans to send 1,500 more U.S. military personnel to Iraq. In September, Congressman Jones voted against authorizing President Barack Obama to use U.S. tax payer dollars to arm and train so-called “moderate” Muslim rebels in Syria. Congress passed the authorization which expires next month.   “It is the moral and constitutional duty of Congress to determine when there is a cause for war and to declare war,” said Congressman Jones. “It is not the duty of the executive branch to declare war and put our troops in mortal danger. Every true strategy has an end point, and so far no one in the Obama Administration has been able to describe an end point in the strategy fighting ISIL. I asked Secretary of Defense Hagel to submit his opinions for the record on how this new war will end. He admitted in September that our military presence in Iraq and Syria will not be brief, and I continue to believe that this endeavor will be a total failure.” See the video by clicking here. See the transcript below:  Congressman Jones: Thank you, Mr. Secretary. It’s kind of ironic; the last time that I heard before today a secretary of defense talk about military involvement in Iraq was Secretary Donald Rumsfeld. That got us into a war that was unnecessary. I know ISIL is evil. There’s no question about it. They need to be taken out. But I look to some of your statements from 2002 when you were a senator and how you felt about the obligation of a member of Congress to make a decision to send a young man or woman to die. I also looked at your statements in 2007 when, like myself, you came out … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittenger-keystone-will-help-middle-class-families Pittenger: Keystone will help middle class families 2014-11-14 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER VOTES TO APPROVE KEYSTONE XL PIPELINEFocused on Efforts to Ease the Squeeze on the Middle Class   WASHINGTON – Focusing on efforts to ease the squeeze on middle class families, Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) today joined a bipartisan majority to approve construction of the Keystone XL pipeline, despite previous efforts by President Obama and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid to derail the project.  “For too long, hardworking American families have been at the mercy of natural disasters, conflicts in countries halfway around the globe, and even the whims of oil sheiks,” said Congressman Pittenger.  “Why should your family budget be wrecked by a spike in foreign oil prices when North America has abundant and untapped energy resources? “This summer, when gas prices in Charlotte hovered above $3.50 per gallon, Senator Reid refused to take action on Keystone legislation.  Now that a Democrat Senator from a state that would benefit from Keystone faces a tough runoff election, Senator Reid is suddenly very anxious to approve this legislation. “Our focus should be on easing the squeeze on hardworking American families by promoting good policy that leads to economic growth and good paying jobs, not on playing silly Washington political games. “Let’s hope President Obama has the good judgment not to thwart the will of the people and derail this common sense legislation through a presidential veto.” H.R. 5682 authorizes the construction, connection, operation, and maintenance of the Keystone XL pipeline, which would transport oil from Canadian oil fields to American refineries.  H.R. 5682 was approved by a bipartisan vote of 252-161. The Keystone XL pipeline is expected to create 40,000 good paying jobs and lower energy costs for hardworking American families.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398485 Foxx Praises Passage of Legislation to Approve Keystone XL Pipeline 2014-11-14 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov foxx https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper WASHINGTON – Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., today praised passage of legislation to approve the Keystone XL pipeline. H.R. 5682 passed the House by a bipartisan vote of 252 to 161. “For more than six years, supporters of the Keystone XL pipeline have been fighting to secure the necessary approval that would allow the U.S. to take advantage of vital oil production in Canada and the northern United States,” said Foxx. “Republicans and Democrats have coalesced in support of the pipeline, recognizing it will spur job creation, help us on our way to energy independence and increase access to affordable North American oil.” This is the ninth time that the House has passed legislation to authorize building the pipeline. The Senate is scheduled to consider legislation to approve the pipeline on the Senate floor next week for the first time. “Keystone XL is the most studied pipeline in our nation’s history. Thousands of pages prove its worth to our economy and national interest and further document its safety. There is no good reason to continue this delay,” said Foxx. “It is my hope that the strong bipartisan support for the project will encourage President Obama to finally act in America’s energy interests.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T22:43:56Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141206010206/http://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=615 Hudson Votes for Jobs, Energy Independence 2014-11-14 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 web.archive.org     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 14, 2014     Hudson Votes for Jobs, Energy Independence   WASHINGTON, DC- Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement after voting to approve construction of the Keystone XL pipeline:    “Today’s vote to advance construction of the Keystone XL pipeline is part of my commitment to advance solutions that grow our economy, spur job-creation and foster energy security. I will continue to focus on an all of the above energy strategy that enables us to take advantage of our resources in a responsible way, reduces our dependence on foreign energy, and lowers costs for everyone. I hope the President will end his war on affordable energy and join us in our efforts.”   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/in-the-news/congressman-pittenger-on-wbt Congressman Pittenger on WBT 2014-11-13 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy Congressman Pittenger was live at 7:05 a.m. this morning on WBT’s Charlotte’s Morning News: 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittenger-bomb-isis-oil-convoys Pittenger: Bomb ISIS oil convoys 2014-11-13 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   TERROR TASK FORCE CHAIRMAN: WHY AREN’T WE TARGETING ISIS OIL SHIPMENTS?   WASHINGTON – Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09), Chairman of the Congressional Task Force on Terrorism, says one of America’s best opportunities to cripple ISIS is to actively target their funding. Speaking at a House Financial Services Committee hearing on “Terrorist Financing and the Islamic State,” Congressman Pittenger questioned why the United States and our allies aren’t actively targeting ISIS shipments of stolen oil, which is then sold illegally to fund ISIS operations. “ISIS receives over $1 million each day from the illegal sale of stolen oil,” commented Congressman Pittenger.  “This oil must be shipped out in trucks.  Why aren’t we bombing these convoys? “The threat from ISIS seems to be growing exponentially.  This summer we were told there were about 15,000 ISIS soldiers.  Now we’re told there are between 40,000 and 80,000 ISIS soldiers.  Our best opportunity is to intercept this transport of funds coming from the sale of oil. “Another area of real opportunity is with data mining software that’s available.  With the very sophisticated software available, I hope the (Treasury) Department is making every effort to utilize this software to engage these funds as they get into the international financial system.” Congressman Pittenger serves as Chairman of the Congressional Task Force on Terrorism and Unconventional Warfare and is a Member of the House Committee on Financial Services. Video highlights of today’s hearing are available here.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398484 Foxx Reelected GOP Conference Secretary for 114th Congress 2014-11-13 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov foxx https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper WASHINGTON – Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., today issued the following statement following her reelection as Secretary of the House Republican Conference for the 114th Congress: “I am grateful for the support of my colleagues and look forward to continuing to work with them as Conference Secretary so we may advance our shared vision of an America with expanded opportunity, protected freedoms and efficient governance. “This Conference is well-prepared to solve our nation’s most pressing issues by generating and galvanizing support behind worthy policy ideas. While we may occasionally hold diverse positions on the issues, our Conference is united in its principles of hard work, honesty and virtue. “It is an honor to continue serving in the role of Secretary as our Conference works to build a better future for hardworking Americans.” Secretary is one of eight elected leadership positions within the GOP Conference. During her first term as Secretary, Foxx grew participation in the daily floor debate as well as expanded the reach and activity of the GOP Job Bank. Rep. Fred Upton, R-Mich., nominated Foxx for Conference Secretary. Foxx’s term will last for the duration of the 114th Congress. ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T22:43:56Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittenger-welcomes-adams-to-congress Pittenger welcomes Adams to Congress 2014-11-12 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER CONGRATULATES CONGRESSWOMAN ALMA ADAMS ON SWEARING IN, WELCOMES HER TO CAPITOL HILL WASHINGTON – Tonight, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) will be sworn-in to fill the remaining term of former Congressman Mel Watt, who resigned to lead the Federal Housing Finance Agency. This afternoon, Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) visited Congresswoman Adams’ office to congratulate her and welcome her to Capitol Hill. “Serving as a Member of Congress is a tremendous honor and responsibility,” commented Congressman Pittenger.  “While we may be on different sides of the aisle, I wanted to personally welcome Congresswoman Adams and offer my assistance as she settles in. “As the newest Member of the Charlotte-area Congressional delegation, I plan to ask Congresswoman Adams to support efforts to seek an FAA decision on management of Charlotte-Douglas International Airport and invite her to join United Solutions, the bipartisan freshman caucus I co-founded and co-chair.” The United Solutions caucus is focused on bipartisan efforts to restore fiscal discipline to Washington, pushing leadership to tackle tough issues including tax reform, Social Security and Medicare reform, and streamlining government.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398483 Congressional Reps. weigh in on lame-duck session, 2015 2014-11-11 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy Rowan County’s  two Republican U.S. representatives say next year’s majority in both the U.S. House and Senate could be a positive indicator of coming productivity, but say that the coming lame duck session could be exactly what its name implies — uneventful.Congress returns to Capital Hill this week for the first time since the midterm elections, which saw a number of Democrats across the country defeated and Republicans take a majority in the Senate. North Carolina’s U.S. Senate race was perhaps the most prominent, but certainly the most expensive, with more than $100 million spent. In the race, North Carolina House Speaker Thom Tillis upset incumbent Kay Hagan by 1.64 percentage points statewide and a much larger margin in Rowan County. Both Rep. Virginia Foxx, who represents the 5th District, and Rep. Richard Hudson, who represents the 8th District, said the Republican wins across the U.S. are positive for productivity in 2015, but added that no significant bills are likely to pass in the remaining weeks of 2014. “I was encouraged by the results election night because I felt like the voters rewarded house Republicans for actually doing work and voters showed their displeasure with senate members who weren’t doing their work,” Hudson said. “We have 380 to 390 bills sitting on (Senate Majority Leader) Harry Reid’s desk and we can’t even get a hearing when there’s a lot of big issues the American people expect us to be addressing. I saw it as a sign that we need to get things done, solve problems, but we also need to change direction.” Foxx said the House of Representatives has been extremely productive, despite frequent talk of gridlock in Washington. She added that the only work she expects to be accomplished are routine matters and non-controversial bills. “It hasn’t been that they just didn’t want to take tough votes, but no votes at all,” Foxx said about previous productivity in the U.S. Senate. “Hunkering down is a bad strategy. In the House, we are going to continue to do the things we believe the America… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398490 Group urges lawmakers to hire more veterans 2014-11-11 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy A group representing congressional staffers who served in the military is urging lawmakers to hire more veterans.According to nonpartisan HillVets, fewer than 3 percent of staffers in Capitol Hill offices are military veterans — a number below nearly every federal agency. "We have a number of veterans who are consistently looking for positions, who are very well-qualified, but, for whatever reason, they're just not getting positions," HillVets co-founder Justin Brown said in an interview Tuesday. Brown, a Navy veteran and Capitol Hill staffer, said veterans bring valuable insight, especially as Congress reforms the Department of Veterans Affairs and with more troops deploying to Iraq. "They bring a broad worldview. They have a solid understanding of conflict and foreign affairs, and the interchange between diplomacy and the armed services," he said. "They know when not to utilize our military." The group has been keeping track of offices hiring veterans. Brown said lawmakers who are veterans themselves tend to hire other former service members, but he noted that Rep. Virginia Foxx’s (R-N.C.) office has more veterans than any other lawmaker. Brown said there are current opportunities for hiring veterans on the Hill, especially with a new class of Republican lawmakers coming in. The group's members have made it their goal to double the number of veterans working as congressional staffers by the end of next year. HillVets, founded in 2012, recently conducted a "Coat Crawl," where it collected about 250 winter coats for distribution to the D.C. General homeless shelter. "We were looking for a way to utilize Veterans Day as way for veterans to give back to their community," Brown said. "So far, it's been hugely focused on our needs — we wanted to focus that back on the community." http://thehill.com/policy/defense/223702-group-urges-lawmakers-to-hire-more-veterans 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141111185236/http://www.burr.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?FuseAction=PressOffice.Blogs&Type=Blog&ContentRecord_id=3b65be4c-b307-ae93-979e-03768e74f8a1 Veterans Day 2014-11-11 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Richard Burr B001135 web.archive.org     legacy Today, across the nation, small towns and cities alike will host parades, concerts, or quiet ceremonies to commemorate Veterans Day. November 11th is set aside as a day of reflection and an opportunity to honor all those who have served -- those who served in wars past, those who are serving in combat today, and those who made the ultimate sacrifice on battlefields far from home.Every North Carolinian owes a debt of gratitude to our nation's veterans. Every freedom we enjoy has been defended and upheld by those who have taken up arms and worn the uniform of our great nation. As we commemorate these brave men and women on this national holiday, we must remember that our thanks for their sacrifices and commitment to our nation should not be limited to a single day. Our veterans have endured the pain of being separated from their families and loved ones, the trials of repeated deployments, and the harsh realities of combat. They have done so quietly and professionally for generation after generation. Veterans Day is more than a day to commemorate the service of America's defenders; it also serves as a reminder of all that we owe them as a nation. I encourage every North Carolinian to take time to thank someone who served on this Veterans Day. May God bless our veterans and their families and may God bless the United States of America. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141113205851/http://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=614 Hudson Pays Tribute to Veterans 2014-11-11 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 web.archive.org     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 11, 2014   Hudson Pays Tribute to Veterans CONCORD, NC- Today U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement in recognition of Veterans Day:   “Our state is fortunate to be home to more than 700,000 veterans, and taking care of these retired service members and their families is one of my most sacred responsibilities. As we pay tribute to and honor these heroes for their valiant service to protect our country and make the world a safer place, we recommit ourselves to upholding the promises we made to them. I will continue working tirelessly to ensure that our active duty troops, our veterans and our military families receive the care and respect they deserve.”   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398482 Foxx blasts Senate, talks accomplishments 2014-11-01 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy Five-term U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx understands people have a negative view of Congress. But she thinks part of the problem is that very word: Congress.“Congress is short-hand,” Foxx said. “Congress is both the House (of Representatives) and the Senate. They really need to segment them. The Senate is totally dysfunctional. The House is not.” Foxx said the House – where she has represented North Carolina’s 5th District for 10 years – has been enormously productive. “We’ve passed over 400 bills to the Senate. Almost all of them pass with bipartisan support. Senate has refused to take them up,” Foxx said. Foxx has policy goals that might make Democrats fume. Allowing private medical accounts in lieu of Medicare, repealing the Affordable Care Act and removing government funding from education are just some of the positions she espouses. But she was quick to point to bipartisan successes she’s had in the House to contradict the narrative of her as a hyper-partisan Republican. “I was the first member of my class to get a substantive bill passed,” Foxx said. “The HERO act, it had broad bipartisan support.” The act, Foxx said, allows servicemen and women to allocate their combat pay – which is tax-free – into individual retirement accounts (IRA) without penalties. “That came from a constituent,” Foxx said. “His son was overseas and eleven-twelfths of his income was combat pay. And he, thinking of his future which was very smart, tried to set up an IRA. And the IRS came back and sent him a penalty because that income was tax-free.” Foxx said her priority, if she captures a sixth term in Congress, is to help create private sector jobs while increasing the abilities of community colleges and other educational groups. “There are 4.7 million jobs vacant in this country,” Foxx said. “So many people don’t have the skills to do them.” Foxx said a bill she introduced, originally called the SKILLS Act, would help consolidate and remove duplicative workforce training programs. “The (Government Accountability Office) did a major study… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141102201049/http://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=613 Transportation Security Chairman Hudson Statement on Anniversary of LAX Shooting 2014-11-01 2014 2014-11 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 web.archive.org     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 1, 2014 Transportation Security Chairman Hudson Statement on Anniversary of LAX Shooting WASHINGTON, DC- U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), Chairman of the Transportation Security Subcommittee, released the following statement in remembrance of last year's shooting at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) that tragically took the life of Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Officer Gerardo Hernandez:  “Last year's attack at LAX was a tragic reminder of the perils our transportation security and law enforcement officers face every day. I commend the bravery of the officers and first responders that saved many lives that day - especially the sacrifice of Officer Gerardo Hernandez. “While TSA has taken positive steps to update emergency response protocols, my bill would help to solidify these changes and ensure we are fully prepared to respond to similar security threats and acts of terrorism. I'm proud that the House passed this bill and hope that our colleagues in the Senate will put this important legislation on the President's desk.” The Gerardo Hernandez Airport Security Act of 2014 (H.R. 4802) passed the U.S. House of Representatives on July 22, 2014. This legislation addresses the lessons learned from last year’s shooting at LAX that tragically claimed the life of TSA Officer Gerardo Hernandez. H.R. 4802 aims to ensure that domestic airports are properly prepared and equipped to respond to security incidents and terrorist attacks. In addition, the bill would require TSA to report to Congress on the overall level of preparedness at airports nationwide, identify best practices that exist across airports and share them with other airport operators.  Finally, the bill would require TSA report to Congress on the status of (1) active-shooter training for screening personnel, and (2) law enforcement reimbursable agreements that are used to offset the costs of security at the screening checkpoints.  In March, Chairman Hudson and Homeland Security Committee Chai… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-calls-administration-fight-bluefin-tuna-quota-increase JONES CALLS ON ADMINISTRATION TO FIGHT FOR BLUEFIN TUNA QUOTA INCREASE 2014-10-31 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy Greenville, NC – Today, Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) called on the Obama administration to stand up for U.S. fishermen and fight for an increase in quota for western Atlantic bluefin tuna.  The issue will be decided at the upcoming meeting of the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT) – the international body which manages Atlantic bluefin tuna stocks.  The meeting will take place November 10 - 17 in Genoa, Italy.  For decades U.S. fishermen have been living under depressed quota levels in order to help rebuild the stock.  However, last month ICCAT scientists released new data showing that western bluefin stocks are more than twice the size suggested in previous assessments and are now more than rebuilt.   They also concluded that the western Atlantic quota could be increased from the existing 1,750 metric tons to up to 2,250 metric tons without hurting the stock.  In a letter sent today, Jones urged U.S. fisheries administrators to “follow the science and do all you can at the November ICCAT meeting to secure an increase in the western bluefin quota to 2,200 metric tons.” “After years of steep quota reductions, U.S. bluefin tuna fishermen have more than done their part,” said Congressman Jones.  “The economic costs to them, their families, and the communities they support have been severe.  Now that science shows the stock is fully rebuilt, that sacrifice should not go unrewarded.” Read Congressman Jones' letter below. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://holding.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=148 Apology Is Needed 2014-10-31 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC George Holding H001065 holding.house.gov     legacy Apology Is Needed f t # e Washington, DC, October 31, 2014 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 31, 2014 Congressman George Holding (NC-13) issued the following statement calling on President Obama and the administration official to issue an apology after disparaging comments were made about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: “Earlier this week, an administration official criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu using profane language.  This is not how American officials should behave, especially to our ally, Israel.  “Israel has stood by us.  Israel is our friend, and this is not how you treat friends.  The president and the official should issue an apology, and clear the air.” ### f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141031210233/http://holding.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/apology-is-needed Apology Is Needed 2014-10-31 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC George Holding H001065 web.archive.org     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 31, 2014 CONTACT: Alex Miehls, 202-226-8159 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman George Holding (NC-13) issued the following statement calling on President Obama and the administration official to issue an apology after disparaging comments were made about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: “Earlier this week, an administration official criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu using profane language.  This is not how American officials should behave, especially to our ally, Israel.  “Israel has stood by us.  Israel is our friend, and this is not how you treat friends.  The president and the official should issue an apology, and clear the air.” ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=397663 McHenry Announces Opening of New Social Security Office in Hickory 2014-10-29 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Patrick McHenry M001156 mchenry.house.gov     legacy Congressman Patrick McHenry announced the reopening of the Social Security Administration's Hickory office.  The new office will be located at 1050 U.S. Highway 321 NW, Hickory, NC 28601.  The office will reopen on Thursday, October 30th at 9 AM.  The relocated office will be open Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 9 AM to 3 PM and 9 AM to Noon on Wednesdays.  Tenth District residents with questions about Social Security can visit the Hickory office at those times or call 1-800-772-1213 for assistance.  Constituents can also visit the Social Security Administration's website, www.socialsecurity.gov, for additional information. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141030204537/http://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=612 Rep. Hudson Welcomes Alevo to Concord 2014-10-28 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 web.archive.org     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 28, 2014   Contact: Rob Reid (202) 225-3715 Rep. Hudson Welcomes Alevo to Concord CONCORD, NC – Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) issued the following statement after attending the opening of Alevo Energy at Victory Industrial Park in Concord. “Today's announcement that Alevo is bringing 2,500 high-skilled, good-paying jobs to Cabarrus County is outstanding news for all of us. We've been hit hard by manufacturing and textile job losses over the past twenty years, and we all remember the heartbreak we felt when Phillip Morris closed its doors. “To have a rebirth of advanced manufacturing on such a large scale in Concord shows that we can once again be a leader in manufacturing for the entire state. Alevo's announcement is a great step in that direction.” ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=163 ICYMI: Congressman Meadows Hosts Veterans Solutions Seminars 2014-10-27 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Hendersonville, NC Last week, Congressman Mark Meadows (R-NC) hosted three Veteran's Solutions Seminars across the 11th District to provide practical assistance to veterans on issues ranging from driver's license renewal to assistance with Veterans Affairs (VA) claims. In partnership with the North Carolina Department of Veteran Affairs (NCVA), the Winston-Salem Regional Benefit Office, the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), Charles George VA Hospital, and the NC Highway Patrol, Congressman Meadows and staff were able to assist more than a hundred Western North Carolina veterans over the course of two days. One homeless veteran whose claims had been repeatedly denied because of his lack of a physical address was awarded retroactive disability on the spot. The amount he will receive will be sufficient to help him get off the streets and find a home. Another veteran who had spent five years fighting for an increase in disability payment was granted significant retroactive payment that day. A Vietnam veteran with heart problems who had been battling with the VA was finally able to speak with someone face to face about his claims, leaving him confident he would soon get his case resolved. It was an honor and a privilege to meet so many men and women who served our country bravely. Seeing that they have access to the proper assistance they need is a top priority of mine, Congressman Mark Meadows said. It is our duty as Americans to support those who served our country selflessly, Meadows added. Seminars were held in Waynesville, Hendersonville, and Lenoir to assist veterans of the 11th district. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=397660 McHenry Questions Department of Defense on Ebola Preparedness 2014-10-24 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Patrick McHenry M001156 mchenry.house.gov     legacy Congressman Patrick McHenry, the Chief Deputy Whip, participated in the Oversight and Government Reform Committee's hearing entitled The Ebola Crisis: Coordination of a Multi-Agency Response​.  During the Congressman's five minutes of questions he pushed two witnesses from the Department of Defense, Major General James M. Lariviere and Assistant Secretary Michael Lumpkin, on how prepared the Department is for dealing with an American service member being infected by the Ebola virus.  You can view full video of the exchange by clicking the image below:   Following the hearing, Congressman McHenry appeared on CNN's @This Hour with Berman & Michaela and Fox Business' Varney & Company with Stuart Varney ​to discuss today's Oversight hearing, the ongoing Ebola crisis, and what more the Obama Administration should be doing to ensure American's are protected from the ongoing epidemic.  Click the images below to see full video of the interviews:       ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittenger-on-ebola-screening-finally Pittenger on Ebola screening: "Finally!" 2014-10-23 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER ON ENHANCED EBOLA SCREENING:  “FINALLY!” CHARLOTTE – Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) first called for travel restrictions and enhanced screening of travelers from West Africa on October 3rd.  His request for “immediate and decisive action to protect and prevent American citizens from further exposure to the deadly Ebola virus” was reiterated in a letter he wrote to President Obama on October 8th, co-signed by a bipartisan group of 25 Members of Congress. On October 23rd, the Administration finally announced that all travelers from Liberia, Guinea, and Sierra Leone will be screened upon entry and monitored for the full 21-day Ebola incubation period.  “Twenty-seven African nations, along with British Airways and Air France, have already taken decisive action to reduce the risk of Ebola spreading to new countries,” commented Congressman Pittenger.  “Finally, we are joining them in taking responsible, prudent steps to protect hardworking American families. “We must never give in to fear, but we must also be wise, implementing necessary safeguards in the face of new threats until the danger has passed or our systems made ready.  Full monitoring of all travelers from West Africa should have begun several weeks ago.” Congressman Pittenger is currently exploring how the federal government can support international aid organizations on the front-line of the Ebola fight through better use of existing resources and programs.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398466 Foxx to Host U.S. Service Academy Day on Nov. 8 for 5th District Students 2014-10-23 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov foxx https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper WASHINGTON – Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., will host a U.S. Service Academy Day on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Wilkes County Public Library, 215 10th St., North Wilkesboro, NC 28659. The event will help familiarize students with the application and nomination process for applying to the nation's five military service academies. “North Carolina’s 5th Congressional District has a proud tradition of military service. Every year, some of the area’s finest young men and women choose to contribute to this legacy by applying to attend our country’s prestigious military service academies,” said Foxx. “On November 8th, I am proud to host an event to give prospective applicants the opportunity to meet with representatives from each academy. I hope it will be an informative experience for all who attend.” Representatives from all five academies will be in attendance to explain more about their requirements and expectations. The event also will allow local students the opportunity to ask questions and receive advice about the admissions process. High school students of all ages and their parents are encouraged to attend. Individuals wishing to attend are asked to RSVP to Richard Moxley at (336) 778-0211 or Richard.Moxley@mail.house.gov. ### U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx is currently serving her fifth term as the representative of North Carolina’s 5th Congressional District and is the elected Republican Conference Secretary. Dr. Foxx is the chair of the House Education and the Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and serves as Vice Chair of the House Rules Committee. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T22:43:40Z
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398481 Foxx Presents Two Winston-Salem Students with Congressional Award Medals 2014-10-23 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov foxx https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., today presented brothers Ben and William Casstevens of Winston-Salem with Congressional Award Medals for their commitment to bettering themselves and giving back to the communities in which they live. The Congressional Award is the United States Congress’ award for young Americans who set personally challenging goals and achieve them. It is non-partisan, voluntary and non-competitive. The program is open to all 14- to 23-year-olds. There are six levels of the award. Participants can earn Bronze, Silver and Gold Congressional Award Certificates and Bronze, Silver and Gold Congressional Award Medals. Each level involves setting goals in four program areas: volunteer public service, personal development, physical fitness and expedition/exploration. Along the way participants serve their communities and learn qualities such as responsibility, citizenship and the ability to plan and organize. Ben Casstevens, who attends R.J. Reynolds High School, earned the Silver Congressional Medal by volunteering more than 200 hours delivering Meals on Wheels, packing weekend and holiday meals for students, serving food to the homeless and coaching baseball. William Casstevens, who attends R.J. Reynolds High School, earned the Bronze Congressional Medal by volunteering nearly 150 hours with a local public elementary school and his church’s outreach ministry. As a school volunteer, he aided teachers’ efforts, organized a box top collection program and managed events during Teacher Appreciation Week. Through his volunteer work at his church, William ensured local homeless and impoverished citizens had a hot meal. For more information about the Congressional Award, please visit http://congressionalaward.org/. ### U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx is currently serving her fifth term as the representative of North Carolina’s 5th Congressional District and is the elected Republican Conference Secretary. Dr. Foxx is the chair of the House Education and the Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Educatio… 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T22:43:40Z
http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=397650 McHenry Statement on Passing of Duke Kimbrell 2014-10-22 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Patrick McHenry M001156 mchenry.house.gov     legacy Today, Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) released the following statement on the death of former Parkdale Mills Chairman and lifelong Gastonia resident Duke Kimbrell: “Gaston County, the state of North Carolina, and the textile industry as a whole have lost a true titan with the passing of Parkdale Mills Chairman Duke Kimbrell.  "From sweeping the floors at a mill while in high school, to eventually taking over the very same company, Mr. Kimbrell grew Parkdale Mills into one of the world’s preeminent textile companies in his over 70 years with the company.  He embodied the American Dream, where hard work, intelligence and dogged perseverance are well rewarded.  "A World War II veteran who attended NC State University on the GI Bill, Mr. Kimbrell was a philanthropic giant and proud lifelong Gastonia resident who will be sorely missed.  My thoughts and prayers are with his family as they mourn his passing.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittenger-nc-dhhs-should-consult-with-sim-on-ebola Pittenger: NC DHHS should consult with SIM on Ebola 2014-10-22 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER URGES NC DHHS TO UTILIZE EXPERTISE OF SIM MISSION AGENCY IN PREPARATIONS FOR EBOLA CHARLOTTE – This morning, Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) teleconferenced with North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Aldona Wos and State Epidemiologist Dr. Megan Davies to discuss North Carolina’s preparations for a possible Ebola outbreak. Congressman Pittenger urged NC DHHS to utilize the expertise of Charlotte-based SIM, the international Christian mission agency which has been battling Ebola since long before the dramatic headlines.  “SIM’s years of knowledge and experience have aided the CDC and other organizations in training new medical teams, and an SIM doctor prepared the training manual for new medical workers treating Ebola,” explained Congressman Pittenger.  “We hope and pray Ebola never comes to North Carolina, but as we take responsible action to prepare, we should consult with the experts at SIM who have front-line experience in the battle against Ebola.” Secretary Wos explained that NC DHHS has been in contact with SIM since the first Ebola-exposed missionaries began returning from Liberia, and will continue to work with SIM’s experts in preparing for Ebola. Yesterday, Congressman Pittenger joined Congresswoman Renee Ellmers (NC-02) in writing Centers for Disease Control Director Tom Frieden, demanding the Administration and CDC work together on travel restrictions to protect American citizens from Ebola. As Chairman of the Congressional Task Force on Terrorism and Unconventional Warfare, Congressman Pittenger is concerned terrorists could use Ebola-infected travelers in an attack against the United States.  He was among the first to call for enhanced travel restrictions and continues to encourage federal, state, and local health officials to take decisive action to prevent an Ebola outbreak.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-takes-action-preserve-taxpayers%E2%80%99-access-cape-lookout JONES TAKES ACTION TO PRESERVE TAXPAYERS ACCESS TO CAPE LOOKOUT 2014-10-21 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy GREENVILLE, NC – Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) is raising strong objections to the National Park Service’s push for unprecedented new restrictions on public access to Cape Lookout National Seashore.  The Park Service’s preferred alternative for a new rule governing off-road vehicle (ORV) use at the seashore would, among other things, impose an $80 fee for a short term permit to take a vehicle to Cape Lookout, place restrictions on nighttime driving, and implement seasonal bans on motorized access to certain areas.  The Park Service’s proposal comes at a bad time for local business owners. The number of annual visitors to the seashore has already decreased by over 100,000 since 2010, leading to millions of dollars in lost revenue and hundreds of jobs lost in the area. “The National Park Service’s plan is a ‘solution’ in search of a problem that does not exist” said Congressman Jones. “There is absolutely no need for more restrictions.  The Park Service’s existing ORV management strategy is serving its purpose.  As I understand it, there have been no recorded deaths or injuries of sea turtles, shorebirds or other protected species at the seashore as a result of ORVs, day or night.  In fact, over the past several years the number of sea turtle nests at the seashore has steadily increased, and the number of piping plovers, red knots, American oystercatchers and least terns have all improved as well. “The economic impact of new restrictions would devastate the communities that serve the seashore,” continued Congressman Jones.  “Fewer people will visit, the local economy will suffer and more jobs will be lost.  It just doesn’t make sense.  Taxpayers have a right to access the recreational areas they own and pay for, and I will continue to fight to preserve that right.” Congressman Jones’ letter to the Park Service outlining his objections can be found below. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141024000002/http://www.burr.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?FuseAction=PressOffice.Articles&Type=Article&ContentRecord_id=d8f2a8b3-0374-6871-ca8f-79c55bfb8efa BURR: Making Ebola preparedness a priority 2014-10-20 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Richard Burr B001135 web.archive.org     legacy October 20, 2014 - 4:39 PM BURR: Making Ebola preparedness a priority Tax dollars needed for vaccines has been squandered on frivolous projects [Share This] BURR: Making Ebola preparedness a priority Washington Times October 20, 2014 It is unsettling that in discussing shortfalls in the federal government’s response to the Ebola crisis, some Beltway observers have resorted to the traditional Washington shell game: blame the budget. The director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), for example, has lamented the lack of an Ebola vaccine and therapeutics due to insufficient resources. It is not, however, all that surprising. The blame-the-budget game diverts the conversation away from focusing on NIH accountability for past priorities and spending. Those grumbling about the lack of resources should not neglect the resources poured into low-priority and perhaps unnecessary projects at NIH during the last decade. For example, Senate reports looking at NIH waste have identified at least $8.6 million in grants that were used in part to research how much study-abroad students drink when they’re away, if there is a connection between cocaine and risky sex habits of quail, whether TV reruns help people feel better, the impact of TV in rural Vietnamese villages, or why golfers need to envision a bigger hole, among other “pressing” topics. In the midst of supporting these questionable projects, the NIH has had more than ample opportunity to fund valuable research on Ebola. The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), the institute within the NIH responsible for research on infectious diseases like Ebola, has had an average funding of $4.5 billion a year going back to fiscal 2004 — in other words, well over $40 billion over the past decade. During the same period the NIAID, at its discretion, spent about 1 percent of this amount on Ebola-related research. As a point of comparison, last fiscal year, the NIH spent more than $5 billion on administrative costs. If additional funding for th… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-demands-answers-troops-fighting-ebola JONES DEMANDS ANSWERS ON TROOPS FIGHTING EBOLA 2014-10-17 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) is demanding answers from the Pentagon on the purpose and scope of Operation United Assistance in West Africa, a mission President Obama has launched to send American military personnel into Ebola-stricken countries in order to contain the spread of the Ebola virus. The Ebola outbreak began in Guinea in early 2014 and quickly spread to neighboring countries Sierra Leone and Liberia. In the letter to Army Secretary John McHugh, Congressman Jones asks how many service members are currently in West Africa, what kind of pre-deployment training they went through, what the role of the United States Army Medical Research Institute is in this mission, and what plans are in place to ensure the safety of U.S. military personnel in Ebola-stricken countries. “Many Eastern North Carolinians and Americans across the country are gravely concerned about the outbreak of Ebola and the safety of U.S. military personnel in Ebola-stricken countries,” said Congressman Jones. “Our service members and their loved ones deserve to understand the exact details of the mission and assurances of safety. The mission of the U.S. Army is ‘to fight and win our nation’s wars.’ By that standard, I find the proposed strategy of Operation United Assistance in West Africa to be outside of the core of the Army’s mission. I will take every measure to ensure the American people get clear answers from the Army on the military operation in West Africa and the safety U.S. military personnel.” Click below to read the letter to Army Secretary McHugh. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141017041540/http://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=610 Hudson Statement on TSA Administrator Pistole's Announced Departure 2014-10-16 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 web.archive.org     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 16, 2014   Hudson Statement on TSA Administrator Pistole’s Announced Departure WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Rep. Richard Hudson (R-NC), Chairman of the Transportation Security Subcommittee, released the following statement in reaction to Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Administrator John Pistole’s announced departure: "I have the utmost respect for John Pistole and his important contributions to the security of our great nation. From his thirty one years in public service, to his four and a half years as Administrator of TSA, John has proven himself to be a true public servant.  TSA has made many positive strides under John's leadership, most notably the creation of TSA Pre-Check.  I wish John all the best in his future endeavors and look forward to working with the next Administrator to ensure that TSA continues on a path toward being good stewards of hard-earned taxpayer dollars and toward more risk-based security measures at our airports." ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141019043652/http://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=611 Reps. Hudson and Brooks Urge CDC to Update 'Do Not Board' List 2014-10-16 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 web.archive.org     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 16, 2014   Reps. Hudson and Brooks Urge CDC to Update ‘Do Not Board’ List WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Reps. Richard Hudson (R-NC), Chairman of the Transportation Security Subcommittee, and Susan Brooks (R-IN), Chairman of the Emergency Preparedness, Response and Communications Subcommittee, released the following statements after urging the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to place individuals who have been exposed to the Ebola virus on the ‘Do Not Board’ list enforced by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for a minimum of 21 days: "It is important that everyone remain calm and understand that the risk of an Ebola outbreak in this country remains extremely low,” said Hudson. “That being said, it is absolutely critical that we examine our protocols and utilize every layer of security to protect public health and prevent a tragic situation from becoming worse. In light of the Dallas health care worker’s ability to board a commercial flight while being monitored for signs of infection, I am urging the CDC to temporarily restrict the travel of all individuals being monitored or under quarantine." “This step is necessary to protect the health of the American people,” said Brooks. “We cannot allow individuals who may have been exposed to the Ebola virus to compromise the safety of airline passengers or the general public. While I am confident in our ability to manage this significant public health challenge, it’s extremely vital that the CDC and other government agencies take smart and decisive steps to limit potential risks.”  The ‘Do Not Board’ list should include any health care worker assigned to the treatment of an Ebola patient, or other person being monitored as a result of possible exposure. To learn more, click here to read the letter to CDC Director Tom Frieden. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/in-the-news/pittenger-discusses-need-for-travel-restrictions-to-combat-ebola-on Pittenger discusses need for travel restrictions to combat Ebola on SiriusXM 2014-10-15 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy Congressman Pittenger was a guest today on SiriusXM POTUS Channel’s “The Midday Briefing,” discussing the need for travel restrictions to combat the spread of Ebola. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141017041805/http://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=609 Rep. Hudson Calls For Enhanced Travel Restrictions to Combat Spread of Ebola 2014-10-15 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 web.archive.org     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 15, 2014    Rep. Hudson Calls For Enhanced Travel Restrictions to Combat Spread of Ebola CONCORD, NC – Tonight, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), Chairman of the Transportation Security Subcommittee, issued the following statement after joining Homeland Security Committee Chairman Michael McCaul and fellow subcommittee chairmen to call for enhanced travel restrictions and security measures to help combat the spread of the Ebola Virus and protect the American people: “I have great confidence in our health care professionals in North Carolina and all around the country, but recent events demonstrate the enormous challenge they face in dealing with a potential Ebola outbreak. While there is certainly no reason for any of us to panic, we must also be vigilant and take every commonsense precaution to help prevent the spread of this horrific disease. Therefore, I am calling on the State Department and DHS to impose enhanced travel restrictions and temporarily suspend the visas of individuals from West Africa until the outbreak is under control.” Click here to read the letter to Secretaries Kerry and Johnson. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398465 Foxx Calls on President to Drop Plans to Import Guantanamo Bay Prisoners 2014-10-10 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov foxx https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper WASHINGTON – Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., made the following statement after a recent press report indicated President Obama is considering unilateral executive action to transfer prisoners housed at Guantanamo Bay to the United States mainland: “Closing the detention facility at Guantanamo Bay is a fanciful idea but importing vicious terrorists onto the United States mainland and giving them legal protections reserved for American citizens has been consistently rejected by bipartisan majorities in Congress who have worked together legally to prohibit the President from doing so. “The President’s stubborn naïveté distracts from ongoing threats to American national security and highlights the failures of his foreign policy agenda. As House Republicans continue our tireless pursuit of accountability, the President should immediately abandon any ill-conceived plans to bring dangerous terrorists to the American homeland.” ### U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx is currently serving her fifth term as the representative of North Carolina’s 5th Congressional District and is the elected Republican Conference Secretary. Dr. Foxx is the chair of the House Education and the Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and serves as Vice Chair of the House Rules Committee. 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-06-27T22:43:40Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittenger-to-obama-travel-restrictions-needed-to-prevent-spread-of-ebola Pittenger to Obama: Travel restrictions needed to prevent spread of Ebola 2014-10-09 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER LEADS BIPARTISAN LETTER TO PRESIDENT OBAMA CALLING FOR TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS TO COMBAT EBOLA VIRUS WASHINGTON – Yesterday, Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) led a bipartisan letter with 25 other House Members imploring President Obama to take aggressive action against the Ebola virus. “We specifically call on you not to “pass the buck” on this crucial issue. The World Health Organization (WHO) is an organization of unelected bureaucrats and political appointees of foreign countries.  It has no duty to protect the lives and well-being of Americans, as you do. “We strongly urge the Administration to take immediate and decisive action to protect and prevent American citizens from further exposure to the deadly Ebola virus.  The United States needs to institute travel restrictions, enhanced airport screening and possible quarantine of individuals who have traveled to, or from, the West African countries that have been most impacted by this tragic Ebola epidemic”, the letter stated. Yesterday, Congressman Pittenger met with the international leadership of SIM at their headquarters in the Charlotte region.  As conveyed by their team who is on the ground now in Liberia, the spread of the Ebola virus is expanding, not receding.  Also discussed was the need for temporary travel restrictions with the exception of government approved flights for economic development or humanitarian relief.   Congressman Pittenger also visited with Mrs. Nancy Writebol, who is now free of the Ebola virus but remains very concerned over the deadly impact throughout West Africa, the continent of Africa and the world. Since the first death of the Ebola epidemic in Guinea during December 2013, the outbreak has spread to Liberia, Sierra Leone, Senegal and Nigeria – the most severe crisis recorded, which could impact the entire African continent.  Even with nearly 7,500 reported cases and over 3,400 deaths, fears remain that we have limited knowledge of the entire caseload and these numbers could b… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-calls-ebola-travel-ban JONES CALLS FOR EBOLA TRAVEL BAN 2014-10-06 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) is calling on President Obama to put in place a travel ban on non-citizens entering the U.S. from Ebola-stricken countries.  In a letter to the president, Jones points out that over twenty African nations have already placed entry restrictions on travelers from West African countries stricken with Ebola.  On September 28, Thomas Duncan, a traveler to the U.S. from Liberia, entered Texas Presbyterian Hospital with Ebola symptoms.  He tested positive for Ebola on September 30.  His family and others he came in contact with are being watched closely for Ebola symptoms. “Many Eastern North Carolinians and Americans across the country are gravely concerned about the outbreak of Ebola in the United States,” said Congressman Jones.  “Imposing a travel ban on non-citizens coming into the U.S. from Ebola-stricken countries is common sense.  Over twenty African nations have already put in place a travel ban in order to curb the spread of Ebola across the continent, and it’s a rational precaution.  I urge the president to take immediate action to make sure non-citizens from Ebola-stricken countries cannot spread the virus in the U.S.” To read Congressman Jones' letter to President Obama, click below. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-blasts-obama-plan-allow-illegal-aliens-serve-us-military JONES BLASTS OBAMA PLAN TO ALLOW ILLEGAL ALIENS TO SERVE IN U.S. MILITARY 2014-10-03 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) is taking a stand against the Pentagon’s new initiative to allow illegal aliens to serve in the U.S. military.  In a letter to Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel, Jones raised a series of questions about the Defense Department’s expansion of the Military Accessions Vital to National Interests program (MAVNI).  Under a DOD announcement made late last month, the MAVNI program will now allow illegal immigrants to enlist in the military. “At a time when tens of thousands of U.S. citizens are being removed from active duty military ranks, it is unacceptable for the Department of Defense to expand the MAVNI program at will to include the children of illegal aliens,” said Congressman Jones.  “How will the Defense Department make sure that qualified U.S. citizens and legal residents are not unfairly displaced by this program expansion?  How will security clearances and background checks be conducted on individuals whose next of kin are violating U.S. law?  It is important the American people have answers to these questions, and I will make sure the Defense Department provides answers.” “This is yet another example of the Obama administration’s defiance of Congress and President Obama’s agenda to grant benefits to illegal aliens by executive overreach.  I have consistently voted to stop illegal immigration into this country and to stem the flow of benefits to those who have broken our immigration laws.  I will continue to do everything I can to ensure American citizens are not displaced by illegal aliens in active duty military ranks.” To view Congressman Jones' letter to Secretary Hagel, see below. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-statement-one-year-anniversary-obamacare-rollout JONES STATEMENT ON ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF OBAMACARE ROLLOUT 2014-10-01 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) issued the following statement marking the one-year anniversary of the Obamacare rollout: “Last October, the Obamacare exchanges opened for business to disastrous results,” said Congressman Jones.  “Americans in Eastern North Carolina and around the country have lost their jobs, been kicked off of their health care plans, and the cost of this government-run health care program continues to rise.  Earlier this year, the Congressional Budget Office stated that the agency could no longer assess the overall fiscal impact of Obamacare because the Obama administration continually delays and alters parts of this expansive law and not others.  Obamacare will continue to choke the American job market and drive up the cost of insurance while dialing back the quality of care.  This law does not enable freedom, it stifles it.  That is why I voted against Obamacare each time it was considered in the House and why I have cosponsored every bill aimed at repealing or defunding the law.  I will continue to do everything I can to end this unconstitutional government takeover of our healthcare system.” 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/media-analysis-pittenger-top-6-in-congress-for-committee-attendance Media Analysis: Pittenger top 6 in Congress for committee attendance 2014-10-01 2014 2014-10 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   WASHINGTON EXAMINER:  CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER IN TOP 6 FOR COMMITTEE ATTENDANCE IN 113TH CONGRESSCommittee Meetings Are Where the Nuts-and-Bolts Work of Congress Gets Done   CHARLOTTE – Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) has one of the best committee attendance records in all of Congress, according to a new analysis by Washington Examiner Senior Watchdog Reporter Luke Rosiak: “The Examiner analyzed 1,000 committee and subcommittee hearing minutes published by the Government Printing Office for the present Congress. “Among members with the best attendance record is Rep. John Conyers Jr., D-Mich., who missed only one of 39 House Judiciary Committee hearings this session. “Only five other House members had rates as good as or better than Conyers:  Democrat Al Green of Texas and Republicans Andy Barr of Kentucky, Bill Huizenga of Michigan, Scott Garrett of New Jersey and Robert Pittenger of North Carolina. “Dozens of members of the U.S. House of Representatives have missed two-thirds of this session’s committee meetings, where much of the nuts-and-bolts work of Congress gets done.” “Committee meetings are often tedious, but they are where much of the real work of creating and refining legislation takes place,” explained Congressman Pittenger.  “As your Representative in Washington, I am focused on serving you and putting in the hours necessary to produce legislation which helps grow the economy, create jobs, and reduce unnecessary red tape.” Congressman Pittenger is a Member of the House Committee on Financial Services and serves on the Financial Institutions and Consumer Credit Subcommittee, as well as the Monetary Policy and Trade Subcommittee.  Congressman Pittenger also serves as Chairman of the Congressional Task Force on Terrorism and Unconventional Warfare, and was appointed by Speaker John Boehner to serve on the Congressional-Executive Commission on China, which monitors human rights. Click here to read the full report from the Washington Examiner.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://holding.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=147 Congressman Holding Meets with Indian Prime Minister Modi 2014-09-30 2014 2014-09 Republican House NC George Holding H001065 holding.house.gov     legacy "There is limitless potential between our two democracies..." share: f t FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 30, 2014 CONTACT: Alex Miehls, 202-226-8159 [[{"fid":"296","view_mode":"teaser","fields":{"format":"teaser","field_file_image_alt_text[und][0][value]":"","field_file_image_title_text[und][0][value]":""},"type":"media","attributes":{"class":"media-element file-teaser"}}]] Today, Congressman George Holding (NC-13) issued the following statement after meeting with India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the U.S. Capitol: “The United States-India bilateral relationship can be one of the defining partnerships of this century. “There is limitless potential between our two democracies when it comes to economic, defense, and counterterrorism operations. And with a shifting geopolitical situation in Asia, unwavering cooperation between the U.S. and India is essential to promoting peace and stability. “I look forward to continuing my efforts to advance the U.S.-India relationship and today’s conversation with Prime Minister Modi firmly reinforces my belief that we have a partner ready to seize the opportunity before us.” Background: This is Prime Minister Modi’s first visit to the United States following India’s election earlier this year. A leader on U.S.-India relations, Congressman Holding led a U.S. Congressional delegation to India earlier this year and is a member of the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian-Americans. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20141003023309/http://holding.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-holding-meets-with-indian-prime-minister-modi Congressman Holding Meets with Indian Prime Minister Modi 2014-09-30 2014 2014-09 Republican House NC George Holding H001065 web.archive.org     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 30, 2014 CONTACT: Alex Miehls, 202-226-8159 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman George Holding (NC-13) issued the following statement after meeting with India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the U.S. Capitol: “The United States-India bilateral relationship can be one of the defining partnerships of this century. “There is limitless potential between our two democracies when it comes to economic, defense, and counterterrorism operations. And with a shifting geopolitical situation in Asia, unwavering cooperation between the U.S. and India is essential to promoting peace and stability. “I look forward to continuing my efforts to advance the U.S.-India relationship and today’s conversation with Prime Minister Modi firmly reinforces my belief that we have a partner ready to seize the opportunity before us.” Background: This is Prime Minister Modi’s first visit to the United States following India’s election earlier this year. A leader on U.S.-India relations, Congressman Holding led a U.S. Congressional delegation to India earlier this year and is a member of the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian-Americans. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-urges-speaker-schedule-vote-isis-war JONES URGES SPEAKER TO SCHEDULE VOTE ON ISIS WAR 2014-09-29 2014 2014-09 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – Friday, Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) sent a letter to Speaker Boehner calling for a debate and a vote on an authorization to expand military force in Iraq and Syria when Congress reconvenes in November.  Congressman Jones issued the following statement: “Congress must uphold its constitutional duty to authorize the use of our military,” said Congressman Jones. “The commencement of US airstrikes in Syria this week adds more urgency to the grave situation in Iraq and Syria.  I urge Speaker Boehner to call a debate and a vote on an authorization regarding Iraq and Syria when Congress reconvenes in November.  We should not wait until 2015 to have a full debate on this pressing issue when Americans are already spending between $7 million and $10 million a day on missiles in that region. Congress needs to determine whether we want to engage in a potential perpetual war, not President Obama.” In July, Congressman Jones introduced H. Con. Res. 105 to prohibit the deployment of U.S. armed forces in a sustained combat role in Iraq without congressional authorization.  The resolution passed with 370 votes.  In August, Congressman Jones, Congressman McGovern, and Congresswoman Lee formed a bipartisan coalition to urge the House Foreign Relations Committee to draft an authorization regarding Iraq and Syria.  They also urged Speaker Boehner to bring up the authorization for a debate and a vote before Congress recessed at the end of September. Congressman Jones' letters to Speaker Boehner can be viewed at the link below: 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittenger-to-faa-stop-making-excuses Pittenger to FAA: Stop making excuses 2014-09-29 2014 2014-09 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER TO FAA: STOP MAKING NEW EXCUSES, ISSUE RULING ON AIRPORT COMMISSION   CHARLOTTE – Today, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) provided yet another excuse for not making a decision on an operating certificate for the Charlotte-Douglas International Airport Commission. In a letter to Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09), the FAA stated their review of the proposed management transfer “has not been triggered with respect to Charlotte Douglas International Airport because the current airport sponsor (the city of Charlotte) has not requested that FAA transfer sponsorship.  Moreover . . . . FAA will refrain from evaluating the request where the ownership and control of the airport remains the subject of an ongoing legal dispute.” “First, the FAA told me they couldn’t make a decision until the lawsuit was resolved.  Then they told me they couldn’t make a decision until the General Assembly clarified specific points of the legislation which created the Airport Commission.  Now they tell me they can’t start the process until the City of Charlotte makes a request,” said Congressman Pittenger. “Why does the FAA keep dragging out new excuses?  Why wasn’t all of this information disclosed during our first meeting in April of 2013?  Charlotte Douglas International Airport is key to creating jobs and growing the economy.  Uncertainty over who runs the airport is bad for the economy and threatens the thousands of jobs which could be created by the new intermodal transport facility.” Congressman Pittenger is focused on obtaining a clear decision from the FAA to resolve the ongoing dispute over airport governance and has not taken sides in the debate.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/pittenger-today-we-remember-sweet-kilah Pittenger: Today we remember sweet Kilah 2014-09-29 2014 2014-09 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER ON KILAH DAVENPORT: INDICTMENT IS GOOD, BUT PREFER SHE WAS STILL WITH US   CHARLOTTE – Today, Joshua Houser was indicted in the death of Kilah Davenport and will now face second degree murder charges.  Mr. Houser has already been convicted of felonious child abuse related to his beating of Kilah, which led to her death in March. “Today we must again acknowledge this heinous act through the indictment of Joshua Houser, as we also pause to remember sweet Kilah, her suffering, and the unspeakable pain endured by the Davenport family,” commented Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09).  “Kilah should never have become the face of child abuse legislation, and no grand jury should ever have needed to take up such a grievous case.  We are supportive that Joshua Houser will now be tried for Kilah’s murder, but we’d much prefer to see her smiling on the playground. “On behalf of the community, thank you to Union County Sheriff Eddie Cathey and his department, Cabarrus County Sheriff Brad Riley, and Union County District Attorney Trey Robison for their tireless efforts in reviewing Kilah’s case, her cause of death, and ultimately presenting evidence which led to today’s indictment.” On May 20th, President Obama signed the Kilah Davenport Child Protection Act into law.  Written and introduced by Congressman Pittenger, the new law directs the U.S. Attorney General to issue a state-by-state report on child abuse prevention laws by the end of November, with a particular focus on penalties for cases of severe child abuse.  The goal is to highlight deficient laws and provide states with the opportunity to fix those laws before another tragedy occurs.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://web.archive.org/web/20140928183220/http://meadows.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=633 Meadows' Statement on US Compromise on Nuclear Iran 2014-09-26 2014 2014-09 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 web.archive.org     legacy Location Image Map URL Washington D.C. Office Washington D.C. Office 1516 Longworth HOB Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-6401 Fax: (202) 226-6422 Hours: M-F, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM http://goo.gl/maps/bmdwE Henderson County Office Henderson County Office Main District Office Henderson County Court House 200 N. Grove Street, Suite 90 Hendersonville, NC 28792 Phone: (828) 693-5660 Fax: (828) 693-5603 Hours: M-F, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM http://goo.gl/maps/6d5aI Caldwell County Office Caldwell County Office Health and Human Services Bldg. 2345 Morganton Blvd. Lenoir, NC 28645 Phone: (828) 426-8701 Hours: M-F, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM http://goo.gl/maps/15e5n Mitchell County Office Mitchell County Office Mitchell Country Chamber of Commerce Building 11 Crystal Street Spruce Pine, NC 28777 Phone: (828) 765-0573 Hours: M-F, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM http://goo.gl/maps/q40Fr Haywood County Office Haywood County Office Haywood County Justice Center 285 N. Main Street, Suite 1300 Waynesville, NC 28786 Phone: (828) 452-6022 Hours: M, W, Th, F, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM http://goo.gl/maps/qUVJ1 Cherokee County Office Cherokee County Office Murphy Power Board 107 Peachtree Street Murphy, NC 28906 Phone: (828) 835-4959 By Appointment Only http://goo.gl/maps/JT3GE Clay County Office Clay County Office Clay County Courthouse 261 Courthouse Drive Paul Jordan Conference Room Hayesville, NC 28904 By Appointment Only http://goo.gl/maps/Yzu2l Graham County Office Graham County Office Graham County Courthouse 12 N. Main Street Robbinsville, NC 28771 By Appointment Only http://goo.gl/maps/Cu7ux Buncome County Office Buncombe County Office Skyland Fire Department 9 Miller Road Asheville, NC 28776 By Appointment Only ttp://goo.gl/maps/E92EQ Avery County Office Avery County Office Avery County Sheriff's Office 300 Shultz Circle Newland, NC 28657 By Appointment Only http://goo.gl/maps/aWlVv Jackson County Office Jackson County Office Southwestern Commission Building 125 Bonnie Lane Sylv… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/press-releases/icymi-pittenger-op-ed-on-tax-reform ICYMI: Pittenger op-ed on Tax Reform 2014-09-24 2014 2014-09 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER’S OP-ED ON TAX REFORM   BURGER KING’S NOT THE PROBLEM, WASHINGTON IS By Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) The Washington Examiner Thursday, September 18, 2014 Shame on Burger King for moving to Canada? Or shame on us for being unresponsive to businesses and job creators? The current debate about corporate inversions has once again brought out the tired, progressive-socialist rhetoric railing against corporate profits. Burger King, Chiquita, and other iconic American brands are seeking more attractive tax provisions to better manage their businesses, as they also absorb the high impact of our costly regulatory environment, including the mandated requirements of the Un-Affordable Care Act. All of a sudden it is un-American to seek a lower tax burden to operate in dynamic and highly competitive world markets. American corporations suffer the burden of the highest corporate tax rate in the industrialized world. What basis do we have to pout and shudder when they find a smarter way to do business? A decade ago I served three terms in the North Carolina State Senate. At that time, Democrat policies had caused North Carolina to require the highest corporate and marginal tax rates in the southeast, greatly impeding our ability to attract new business. North Carolina was losing by default, as companies relocated to Tennessee, South Carolina, Florida and Georgia, taking advantage of their lower corporate and marginal tax rates. Often, new companies would pop up just across the state line into South Carolina. Were we justified to berate these companies for not coming to North Carolina? No! They were following good, common sense business management. North Carolina's economy struggled because of an expanding and bloated state government which had an insatiable appetite for new revenue, advocated by the Democrat leadership, who had governed the state since Reconstruction. New Republican majorities in the North Carolina House and Senate, and a … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-continues-fight-enc-waterways JONES CONTINUES FIGHT FOR ENC WATERWAYS 2014-09-23 2014 2014-09 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) is working with a bipartisan coalition of coastal members of Congress fighting to make sure that America’s inlets and waterways get their fair share of funding from the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund (HMTF).  Jones and 57 of his colleagues are calling on House negotiators on the fiscal year 2015 government funding bill to increase the amount of money annually disbursed from the Fund.     “The maintenance of our inlets and harbors is vital to the economic success of Eastern North Carolina,” said Congressman Jones.  “Congress must step up and increase the disbursement rate of HMTF revenue so that the waterways in our region and throughout the country can be improved.” Money flows into the Harbor Maintenance Trust fund from a tax on shippers based on the value of goods shipped through ports.  In years past, revenue coming into the fund has far exceeded appropriations from the fund for waterway maintenance.  As a result, ports, harbors and inlets across the country have received far less money than necessary to maintain safe navigation.  This includes many waterways in Eastern North Carolina such as Oregon Inlet, Hatteras Inlet, Morehead City Harbor, Bogue Inlet, New River Inlet and others.  A copy of the coalition’s letter to House appropriators can be found here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/in-the-news/congressman-pittenger-on-siriusxm-0 Congressman Pittenger on SiriusXM 2014-09-23 2014 2014-09 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy Congressman Pittenger was interviewed live on SiriusXM’s POTUS Channel about ISIS, Congressional action against ISIS, and the Parliamentary Forum. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov//media-center/in-the-news/congressman-pittengers-washington-examiner-op-ed Congressman Pittenger's Washington Examiner op-ed 2014-09-23 2014 2014-09 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy Shame on Burger King for moving to Canada? Or shame on us for being unresponsive to businesses and job creators? The current debate about corporate inversions has once again brought out the tired, progressive-socialist rhetoric railing against corporate profits. Burger King, Chiquita, and other iconic American brands are seeking more attractive tax provisions to better manage their businesses, as they also absorb the high impact of our costly regulatory environment, including the mandated requirements of the Un-Affordable Care Act. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z

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