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https://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=870 Hudson Statement on Administration's Refusal to Veto Anti-Israel UN Resolution 2016-12-23 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 hudson.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 23, 2016   Hudson Statement on Administration's Refusal to Veto Anti-Israel UN Resolution   WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement on the Obama administration's refusal to veto an anti-Israel UN resolution:   "The Obama administration refusing to veto this anti-Israel resolution is an absolute disgrace. This shameful eight year chapter in our nation's history cannot end fast enough."   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/walker-releases-statement-un-passage-anti-israel-resolution Walker Releases Statement on U.N. Passage of Anti-Israel Resolution 2016-12-23 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Walker W000819 walker.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mark Walker (NC-06) today released the following statement after the Obama Administration refused to veto an anti-Israeli resolution in the United Nations (U.N.) Security Council: "Today, the Obama Administration exhibited the same political courage that has for eight years made the world a more dangerous place. The same Administration that last week called shame on those not moved by the struggle in Syria, has now emboldened the Palestinians and passively let an anti-Israeli bill pass the U.N. Security Council. We cannot continue to denigrate our strongest ally and the only true democracy in the Middle East.""January 20th will be a new day to right the wrongs of this Administration. For the sake of peace and security in the world, we must begin to lead from the front, and not from behind." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398989 A Day in the Life of Virginia Foxx 2016-12-22 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy In the office of U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx, the incoming chair of the House of Representatives education committee, there’s a desk plate with this simple exhortation: Trust God, Work Smarter, Work Harder.It’s a motto that has guided the conservative lawmaker from North Carolina throughout her life — from a hardscrabble childhood in Appalachia through seven years spent working her way through college, two decades as an instructor, administrator, and college president, another decade in the North Carolina Senate, and finally, since 2005, in the U.S. Congress.Even today, at 73, she works 16-hour days, arriving at the U.S. Capitol building at 7:30 and staying until midnight to answer constituents’ letters. When we met at 11 a.m. on a recent Wednesday, she had already done two radio interviews, attended the weekly women’s prayer breakfast, and participated in a round table on the "sharing economy."As we race off to a Red Cross Christmas-card signing, Ms. Foxx says she wishes she didn’t have to sleep, so that she could stay on top of the reading that keeps piling up on her desk."People ask me: ‘What do you take? I want some of that,’" she says.(For the record: It’s coffee brewed in a small Mr. Coffee she keeps in her office, with "lots of Splenda, real cream, and raspberry flavoring." She says it doesn’t keep her awake, though — she just likes the sweetness.)At the signing, a Red Cross employee leads the congresswoman to a table covered with cards that read "We love our troops." Inside, in looping cursive, Ms. Foxx writes, "Dear Patriot. Thank you for your willingness to serve your country in the military. May God continue to bless you and your family."Things don’t slow down for the rest of the day, as Ms. Foxx rushes from meetings in her office to speeches on the House floor to hearings elsewhere in the Capitol building. It’s a schedule that would tire much younger lawmakers, but it’s "a fairly light day for her," her press secretary says. The pace will really pick up in January, when she takes over the education commit… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=869 Hudson Statement on Anti-Israel UN Resolution 2016-12-22 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 hudson.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 22, 2016   Hudson Statement on Anti-Israel UN Resolution   WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement on the upcoming UN Security Council vote on an anti-Israel resolution:   “This outrageous resolution threatens to undermine the democratic State of Israel. It’s time for this administration to speak up and reaffirm our country’s longstanding commitment to Israel and two party talks. There’s only one appropriate response from President Obama: veto.”   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/walker-announces-service-academy-nominations-sixth-district Walker Announces Service Academy Nominations for the Sixth District 2016-12-22 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Walker W000819 walker.house.gov     legacy GREENSBORO, N.C. – U.S. Representative Mark Walker (NC-06) today announced that he has nominated 20 North Carolina High School students for appointment to one of the United States service academies—the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, and the U.S. Naval Academy—for the Class of 2021.The Sixth District’s Service Academy Nomination Board, appointed by Walker, conducted interviews with each of the applicants and made recommendations based on their qualifications. “It’s an honor to have the privilege of recommending students from North Carolina to our nation’s prestigious service academies. This is a group of exceptional young men and women who will exemplify strong values, leadership, and scholarship as they represent our community and our state. I wish each of them success as they seek acceptance to a U.S. Service Academy.”Next, the students will seek to meet the admission requirements of their service academy, where the academy will make the final decision on admission in the early months of 2017. Each student who attends a service academy will make a commitment to serve in the military for a minimum of five years upon graduation.A full list of the service academy nominees, their schools, and their hometowns are below:United States Air Force Academy Ryder Twilla| John M. Morehead High | Eden, NC Titus Kilpatrick | Northwest Guilford | Greensboro, NC Darien “Max” Norman | Northwest Guilford | Greensboro, NCUnited States Military Academy  Zachary Ellis | NC Leadership Academy | Kernersville, NC Sydney James | Dalton L. McMichael | Stokesdale, NC Ryder Twilla | John M. Morehead High | Eden, NC J. Hardy Stone | Northern Guilford | Summerfield, NC Collin Winstead | Roxboro Community School | Roxboro, NC Adam Black | Grimsley High School | Greensboro, NC  William Lindsay Osteen III | Walter Hines Page HS | Greensboro, NC Darien “Max” Norman | Northwest Guilford | Greensboro, NC Reuben Jones | Riverside High School | Dur… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398988 Time for new leadership and a new direction at the Labor Department 2016-12-20 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy In the new year, a new secretary will take the helm of the Department of Labor. Working families and small business owners face tough challenges, and they desperately need a labor secretary who will put their interests — not special interests — first. Andy Puzder is just the man for the job.Puzder has real-world experience creating jobs, and he knows that American workers and business owners both need to thrive. He will provide a sharp break from the failed policies of the last eight years.Time and again, the Department of Labor under President Obama has pushed extreme and partisan rules that will do a lot of harm and little good. Under the guise of helping working families, the heavy-handed regulations of Secretary Perez will actually hurt working families.Take the department's fundamentally flawed overtime rule. The central planners at the department claim the rule will provide workers a pay raise, when in reality it will raise costs on small businesses, destroy jobs, decrease real income for families, and make it harder for low-wage workers to climb the ladder of opportunity.The Obama administration likes to talk about "fairness," but it is not fair to impose a rule that creates this much havoc across the country. There is also nothing fair about a regulatory scheme that restricts access to affordable retirement advice for low- and middle-income families, or rules that stack the deck in favor of union bosses at the expense of working Americans.It's because of misguided policies like these that we have experienced the slowest economic recovery since the Great Depression. That's why wages have been largely stagnant and why there are fewer manufacturing jobs today than when President Obama took office.For years, bureaucrats who have never owned a business have micromanaged the business decisions of employers, and the consequences speak for themselves. Fortunately, Puzder will bring the change workers and employers desperately need.Under his strong leadership, CKE Restaurants has thrived and grown to more than 3,7… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-meadows-proposal-on-tva-signed-into-law Rep. Meadows' Proposal on TVA Signed Into Law 2016-12-19 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. – On Friday, Rep. Mark Meadows’ (R-NC) proposal to stop the Tennessee Valley Authority’s plan to ban floating cabins was signed into law by President Obama. The proposal passed the Senate as an amendment to the Water Resources Development Act of 2016 (WRDA) earlier this month. Earlier this year, the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) announced their intentions to eventually outlaw floating cabins by proposing a 30-year “sunset” provision. The policy would negatively impact nearly 400 floating cabin owners on Lake Fontana in North Carolina, forcing hundreds of families to move from homes they have lived in for years while disastrously affecting their private assets and property values. The economies of nearby counties, particularly Swain and Graham County, would also feel significant negative effects. The Subcommittee on Government Operations, which Rep. Meadows chairs, held a hearing on this issue in September that included two witnesses from Western North Carolina: Laura Sneed, founder of Fontana Families for Floating Houses, and David Monteith, Vice Chairman of the Swain County Board of Commissioners “The TVA’s decision to ban floating cabins has already had devastating effects for hundreds of hard-working owners and the surrounding economy in my district--even well before the 30-year timeline expires,” Rep. Meadows said. “The federal government has a bad habit of getting involved in the lives of tax-paying families without seriously evaluating the consequences. This case is a classic example. I am thrilled to see the amendment become law, and while there is work to be done, I hope that this measure can play a small role in sending a message that this kind of government overreach will not be tolerated.”   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=440 Rep. Meadows' Proposal on TVA Signed Into Law 2016-12-19 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy On Friday, Rep. Mark Meadows' (R-NC) proposal to stop the Tennessee Valley Authority's plan to ban floating cabins was signed into law by President Obama. The proposal passed the Senate as an amendment to the Water Resources Development Act of 2016 (WRDA) earlier this month. Earlier this year, the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) announced their intentions to eventually outlaw floating cabins by proposing a 30-year sunset provision. The policy would negatively impact nearly 400 floating cabin owners on Lake Fontana in North Carolina, forcing hundreds of families to move from homes they have lived in for years while disastrously affecting their private assets and property values. The economies of nearby counties, particularly Swain and Graham County, would also feel significant negative effects. The Subcommittee on Government Operations, which Rep. Meadows chairs, held a hearing on this issue in September that included two witnesses from Western North Carolina: Laura Sneed, founder of Fontana Families for Floating Houses, and David Monteith, Vice Chairman of the Swain County Board of Commissioners The TVA's decision to ban floating cabins has already had devastating effects for hundreds of hard-working owners and the surrounding economy in my district--even well before the 30-year timeline expires, Rep. Meadows said. The federal government has a bad habit of getting involved in the lives of tax-paying families without seriously evaluating the consequences. This case is a classic example. I am thrilled to see the amendment become law, and while there is work to be done, I hope that this measure can play a small role in sending a message that this kind of government overreach will not be tolerated. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.burr.senate.gov/press/releases/president-obama-signs-emmett-till-unsolved-civil-rights-crimes-reauthorization-into-law President Obama Signs Emmett Till Unsolved Civil Rights Crimes Reauthorization into Law 2016-12-19 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Richard Burr B001135 www.burr.senate.gov     legacy 12.19.16 President Obama Signs Emmett Till Unsolved Civil Rights Crimes Reauthorization into Law WASHINGTON – On Friday afternoon, President Obama signed the Emmett Till Unsolved Civil Rights Crimes Reauthorization Act into law. Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) led the effort in the Senate to reauthorize this legislation which encourages the Justice Department to investigate civil rights era cold cases. Senator Burr worked in partnership with Alvin Sykes, a civil rights activist and friend of the Till family, who has worked tirelessly to bring justice for the families of the victims of unsolved civil rights crimes. “I want to thank the Till family, Alvin Sykes, Congressman John Lewis, and all of the civil rights activists who helped make this law a reality,” said Senator Burr. “Now that this bill is law, investigators can now work to discover the truth and to seek justice under our legal system for the families of these victims. Every American is worthy of the protection of our laws.” Print Email Tweet Previous Article Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-meadows-statement-on-mulvaney-nomination Rep. Meadows' Statement on Mulvaney Nomination 2016-12-17 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. – On Saturday, President-elect Trump’s transition team announced Rep. Mick Mulvaney (R-SC) as the choice for Director of the Office of Management and Budget. Rep. Mark Meadows (R-NC), Chairman of the House Freedom Caucus, released the following statement: "I want to sincerely congratulate a great man and House Freedom Caucus colleague, Rep. Mick Mulvaney, on his new position as Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Mick has been a personal friend of mine for years, and through our time of service together in the House, I have come to know him as one of the most principled and sharp-minded conservatives in Congress. There is no better choice than Mick Mulvaney to make the tough financial decisions our country needs right now.We will dearly miss Mick in the Freedom Caucus, but he will be a phenomenal OMB director. I look forward to working with him and the Trump administration as we restore our government to its Constitutional purpose and get our country working again." ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=439 Rep. Meadows' Statement on Mulvaney Nomination 2016-12-17 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Rep. Meadows' Statement on Mulvaney Nomination f t # e Washington, DC, December 17, 2016 On Saturday, President-elect Trump's transition team announced Rep. Mick Mulvaney (R-SC) as the choice for Director of the Office of Management and Budget. Rep. Mark Meadows (R-NC), Chairman of the House Freedom Caucus, released the following statement: "I want to sincerely congratulate a great man and House Freedom Caucus colleague, Rep. Mick Mulvaney, on his new position as Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Mick has been a personal friend of mine for years, and through our time of service together in the House, I have come to know him as one of the most principled and sharp-minded conservatives in Congress. There is no better choice than Mick Mulvaney to make the tough financial decisions our country needs right now. We will dearly miss Mick in the Freedom Caucus, but he will be a phenomenal OMB director. I look forward to working with him and the Trump administration as we restore our government to its Constitutional purpose and get our country working again." ### f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.burr.senate.gov/press/releases/senate-intel-chairman-burr-on-committees-review-of-russian-intelligence- Senate Intel Chairman Burr on Committee’s Review of Russian Intelligence 2016-12-16 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Richard Burr B001135 www.burr.senate.gov     legacy 12.16.16 Senate Intel Chairman Burr on Committee’s Review of Russian Intelligence WASHINGTON – Senator Richard Burr (R-NC), Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence (SSCI), made the following statement on the planned review of Russian intelligence activities: “The Senate Select Committee on Intelligence (SSCI) was established to oversee the intelligence activities and programs of the United States Government, and to ensure that the appropriate departments and agencies provide informed and timely intelligence to our nation’s leaders.  The threats and challenges facing our country are numerous, and one of the Committee’s obligations is to ensure that the Intelligence Community is positioned to understand those threats—to the greatest extent possible—and to communicate their assessments of those threats to our nation’s civilian and military leadership so that they may respond accordingly. The SSCI has focused a great deal of attention in recent years, during my tenure as Chairman as well as under the leadership of former Chairman Feinstein, on Russia’s behavior around the world.  Over the last two years, the Committee has held more than ten hearings and briefings on these issues, with four reviewing Russia’s so-called ‘active measures.’ During the 115th Congress, the SSCI will continue its review of the intelligence surrounding these issues.  This will include conducting a thorough examination of the underpinnings of the intelligence that prompted the Administration to issue the October 7 statement that the Russian Government directed the recent compromises of U.S. political organizations. Among other avenues of inquiry, the Committee will: Review the all-source intelligence that informed its assessments, including but not limited to the October 7 statement. Review the cyber activity directed against our nation by the Russian Government, both as it regards the 2016 Election and more broadly. Hold hearings examining other specific aspects of Russian behavior. Interview senior off… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398970 Congress Likely to Consider Reining In Student-Loan Programs, House Republican Says 2016-12-15 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy The next Congress should look to reduce how much the government lends individually to college and graduate students, a key House Republican said Thursday, comparing the loan programs to policies that helped inflate the housing bubble and ended in a wave of foreclosures.Rep. Virginia Foxx of North Carolina, the incoming chairwoman of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce, said the government has made it too easy for students and their parents to borrow too much, in turn driving up prices. She said she won’t seek to end federal student lending altogether. But she singled out so-called Plus loans, which go to graduate students and parents of undergraduates, as being problematic.The PLUS programs impose no lending limits, allowing parents and grad students to borrow whatever is needed to cover tuition after a minimal credit check. Critics say the programs have empowered schools to raise tuition quickly and hurt some borrowers who have no hope of repaying. About one million borrowers owed $50 billion in debt from Grad PLUS as of June 30, Education Department figures show. Roughly three million borrowers owed almost $75 billion in Parent Plus loans.Rep. Foxx said she expected her committee to consolidate those programs and other forms of student aid into three programs: a single grant program, a loan program and a work-study program that provides aid in exchange for part-time work. She didn’t say whether she supported ending loans to parents or setting a hard limit how much grad students could borrow, but she said both options would likely be considered.“There is a lot of concern about the amount of debt many students get through the Plus loans and in other ways,” said Rep. Foxx, a former university administrator.“Why did we have a housing bubble? Why did we have a crash in 2008? Most people would say it was because…we pushed the banks to give loans to people they couldn’t give back,“ she said. ”When you do that with student loans it’s the same sort of thing.”Economists have long debated the effect that fe… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-meadows-honors-captain-william-bj-fore Rep. Meadows Honors Captain William 'B.J.' Fore 2016-12-15 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. – Congressman Mark Meadows is recognizing Captain William ‘B.J.’ Fore on his retirement from the Caldwell County Sherriff’s Office. Captain Fore has dedicated a large part of his life to serving Caldwell County, and he will be dearly missed. Rep. Meadows’ office will be presenting Captain Fore with an award this Thursday, December 15, and Rep. Meadows delivered a Congressional Record on the floor recognizing Captain Fore for his service. Rep. Meadows released the following statement: “I want to sincerely congratulate a great man and good friend, Captain ‘B.J.’ Fore, on his retirement this week from the Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office. B.J. is a gentleman whom I am not only privileged to call a friend, but he is someone who has inspired me personally with his faithful service to Caldwell County and his willingness to go above and beyond the call of duty. Time and time again, Captain Fore has set the standard in public service, working tirelessly for his community and consistently answering the call to service with the word ‘Yes.’ It’s been an honor to call ‘B.J.’ my friend, and I wish him all the best in the future. Captain Fore -- congratulations on a job well done.” To see Rep. Meadows’ floor speech recognizing Captain Fore, click here.   Congressional Record for Captain Fore   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=438 Rep. Meadows Honors Captain William 'B.J.' Fore 2016-12-15 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Rep. Meadows Honors Captain William 'B.J.' Fore f t # e Washington, DC, December 15, 2016 Congressman Mark Meadows is recognizing Captain William B.J.' Fore on his retirement from the Caldwell County Sherriff's Office. Captain Fore has dedicated a large part of his life to serving Caldwell County, and he will be dearly missed. Rep. Meadows' office will be presenting Captain Fore with an award this Thursday, December 15, and Rep. Meadows delivered a Congressional Record on the floor recognizing Captain Fore for his service. Rep. Meadows released the following statement: I want to sincerely congratulate a great man and good friend, Captain B.J.' Fore, on his retirement this week from the Caldwell County Sheriff's Office. B.J. is a gentleman whom I am not only privileged to call a friend, but he is someone who has inspired me personally with his faithful service to Caldwell County and his willingness to go above and beyond the call of duty. Time and time again, Captain Fore has set the standard in public service, working tirelessly for his community and consistently answering the call to service with the word Yes.' It's been an honor to call B.J.' my friend, and I wish him all the best in the future. Captain Fore -- congratulations on a job well done. To see Rep. Meadows' floor speech recognizing Captain Fore, click here. Congressional Record for Captain Fore ### f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/walker-honors-wwii-veteran-eden Walker Honors WWII Veteran From Eden 2016-12-15 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Walker W000819 walker.house.gov     legacy WENTWORTH, N.C. – U.S. Representative Mark Walker (NC-06) presented Mr. Harry Lawson, a World War II veteran from Eden, N.C., a flag flown above the U.S. Capitol Building in his honor. The small ceremony of Lawson’s family and friends was held Friday, December 9th at the Rockingham County Economic Development Center in Wentworth. “Our veterans put their lives on the line to protect our God given right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness,” Walker said. “In 1943, at the young age of 18, Harry Lawson enlisted in the U.S. Army during one of the darkest chapters in world history. This flag, which he fought honorably to protect, is just a small token of our appreciation for his service and sacrifice,” Walker added. Harry Lawson enlisted June 23, 1943 in Roanoke, Virginia. He began his service with Battery D 5th Anti-Aircraft Training Battalion out of Fort Eustis, Virginia. He was reassigned to the 102nd Infantry Regiment in Operation in Hawaii. He was honorably discharged as an Army Corporal February 1946. Lawson returned to Eden, NC, and worked for Tri City Ford and Duke Power. He married Betty Carter in 1950. They have four children, eight grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren.  You can read more about Mr. Lawson here and see pictures from the event below. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/walker-names-eden-santa-clause-community-hero-month Walker Names Eden Santa Clause Community Hero Of The Month 2016-12-15 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Walker W000819 walker.house.gov     legacy WENTWORTH, N.C. – U.S. Representative Mark Walker (NC-06) last week recognized Mr. William “Bill” Moody of Eden as the Sixth District Community Hero of the Month for December 2016.“Our office takes great pride in recognizing members of our community who go above and beyond the call of duty to serve others,” Walker said. “For over a decade, Bill Moody has pledged his time to provide a joyful Christmas for emotionally, physically and mentally challenged children all across North Carolina. In light of the season, I’m honored to present Bill with this small token of our appreciation for his many hours dedicated to giving children the gift of joy, hope and laughter,” Walker added.“When I started around ten years ago as Santa Claus, I quickly discovered I had been given a unique gift to the least understood children in society,” Moody said. “I have never taken a single penny from any appearance as Santa Claus. I have been blessed with a look and the personality to make children happy and it isn’t right to profit from it. God has been good to me and I need to return His blessings to those I meet,” Moody added.Moody has played the role of Santa Claus for over a decade. He primarily works through the Friendship Ministry at Osborne Baptist Church in Eden, NC, which is an organization for emotionally, physically and mentally challenged people, and the Family Support Network of Greater Forsyth County. Moody makes appearances for companies and charges a fee that is entirely directed toward charities, such as the Toys-for-Tots program.Walker presented Moody a certificate and a flag flown over the U.S. Capitol Building in his honor at a small ceremony this morning in the Rockingham County Board of Commissioners’ Chambers. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-meadows-releases-list-of-200-harmful-regulations-president-elect Rep. Meadows Releases List of 200+ Harmful Regulations President-Elect Trump Can Overturn 2016-12-14 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. – On Wednesday, Rep. Mark Meadows (R-NC) released a report containing an index of federal rules and regulations that conservatives are requesting be rolled back under the incoming Trump administration. The report contains over 200 rules and regulations, many of which have been implemented by the Obama administration, that have been devastating for working families, businesses, and taxpayers – including the overtime rule, fiduciary regulations, and heavy environmental restrictions. Rep. Meadows has been in touch with members of the Trump transition team and intends to encourage and work with the new administration to roll back these regulations within the first 100 days of President-elect Trump’s term. “These last 8 years, we have seen a disturbing trend of the federal government unnecessarily inserting themselves more and more into the lives of hardworking Americans – and the results have been economically disastrous,” Rep. Meadows said. “When the American people spoke on November 8, they provided conservatives with an opportunity to restore order in our government and to remove the out-of-control bureaucratic red tape that so often stunts the growth of otherwise successful Americans. My colleagues and I look forward to helping President-elect Trump in any way we can as we work toward the most productive ‘first 100 days’ in modern history. To the working people who have felt the burden of these last 8 years so heavily -- help is on the way.” The full report can be reviewed here.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=437 Rep. Meadows Releases List of 200+ Harmful Regulations President-Elect Trump Can Overturn 2016-12-14 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Rep. Meadows Releases List of 200+ Harmful Regulations President-Elect Trump Can Overturn f t # e Washington, DC, December 14, 2016 On Wednesday, Rep. Mark Meadows (R-NC) released a report containing an index of federal rules and regulations that conservatives are requesting be rolled back under the incoming Trump administration. The report contains over 200 rules and regulations, many of which have been implemented by the Obama administration, that have been devastating for working families, businesses, and taxpayers including the overtime rule, fiduciary regulations, and heavy environmental restrictions. Rep. Meadows has been in touch with members of the Trump transition team and intends to encourage and work with the new administration to roll back these regulations within the first 100 days of President-elect Trump's term. These last 8 years, we have seen a disturbing trend of the federal government unnecessarily inserting themselves more and more into the lives of hardworking Americans and the results have been economically disastrous, Rep. Meadows said. When the American people spoke on November 8, they provided conservatives with an opportunity to restore order in our government and to remove the out-of-control bureaucratic red tape that so often stunts the growth of otherwise successful Americans. My colleagues and I look forward to helping President-elect Trump in any way we can as we work toward the most productive first 100 days' in modern history. To the working people who have felt the burden of these last 8 years so heavily -- help is on the way. The full report can be reviewed here. ### f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-meadows-joins-inaugural-second-amendment-caucus Rep. Meadows Joins Inaugural Second Amendment Caucus 2016-12-13 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. – Rep. Mark Meadows (R-NC) is among a group of several conservative Congressional members who have formed the new “Second Amendment Caucus.” The group, led by Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY), was finalized last week with the goal of developing and advancing legislation that will protect Americans’ Second Amendment rights while acting as a guard against over-reaching proposals. The group will also place a strong emphasis on firearm safety education, and they plan to hear from experts in the field on a regular basis on how to better address gun safety.   “The Second Amendment is one of the most fundamental liberties in our nation’s history, and I’m honored to join my colleagues in a concerted effort to defend it,” Rep. Meadows said. “When the American people spoke on November 8, they provided conservatives a unique opportunity to advance principles and legislation that put the rights of Americans and our Constitution first. I look forward to working with my fellow caucus members to developing a pro-Second Amendment agenda and sending a clear message that the rights of our citizens shall not be infringed.”   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=436 Rep. Meadows Joins Inaugural Second Amendment Caucus 2016-12-13 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Rep. Meadows Joins Inaugural Second Amendment Caucus f t # e Washington, DC, December 13, 2016 Rep. Mark Meadows (R-NC) is among a group of several conservative Congressional members who have formed the new Second Amendment Caucus. The group, led by Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY), was finalized last week with the goal of developing and advancing legislation that will protect Americans' Second Amendment rights while acting as a guard against over-reaching proposals. The group will also place a strong emphasis on firearm safety education, and they plan to hear from experts in the field on a regular basis on how to better address gun safety. The Second Amendment is one of the most fundamental liberties in our nation's history, and I'm honored to join my colleagues in a concerted effort to defend it, Rep. Meadows said. When the American people spoke on November 8, they provided conservatives a unique opportunity to advance principles and legislation that put the rights of Americans and our Constitution first. I look forward to working with my fellow caucus members to developing a pro-Second Amendment agenda and sending a clear message that the rights of our citizens shall not be infringed. ### f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398987 Congress Faces Range of Education Issues in Next Session 2016-12-12 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy With President-elect Donald Trump waiting in the wings, the Republican majority in Congress will have the opportunity to tackle a host of education issues when its next session begins in 2017, from funding for disadvantaged and special education students and college access and affordability issues, to student-data privacy and career and technical education.At the same time, there will be significant turnover in some key positions: In addition to Trump's selection of school choice advocate Betsy DeVos to be education secretary, the House education committee will have a new leader, Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C.But what's probably at the top of the list for leading GOP lawmakers is deciding which regulations from President Barack Obama's administration pertaining to the Every Student Succeeds Act they may wish to overturn through the Congressional Review Act. Sen. Lamar Alexander, R-Tenn. and the Senate education committee chairman, has indicated his intent to toss out final ESSA rules from the Obama administration if he decides they go beyond the scope of the law.The outgoing administration has yet to release final ESSA spending regulations that could shift more state and local money to disadvantaged students. If it does before leaving office, the odds are that GOP lawmakers—many of whom have said the proposal represents federal overreach—would use the review act to get rid of them.Fate of Final RulesLess certain is the fate of final ESSA accountability and testing regulations the department released in recent weeks, as well as rules on teacher preparation the administration released in October.The future of the accountability regulations will be closely watched by states and districts, whose input could be a big factor in whether Republicans move to toss them and possibly start a new round of rulemaking. The year-old law, the successor to the No Child Left Behind Act, is due to kick in for the 2017-18 school year."People are anxious to get going," said Michele McLaughlin, the president of the Knowledge Alliance, an a… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://rouzer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/house-passes-water-infrastructure-bill-rouzer-language-help-area-beaches House passes water infrastructure bill with Rouzer language to help area beaches and Southport marina 2016-12-12 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC David Rouzer R000603 rouzer.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. – Last week, with the support of Congressman David Rouzer, the House of Representatives passed a comprehensive water resources infrastructure legislation, the Water Infrastructure Improvements Act for the Nation (WIIN) Act.  This legislation includes the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2016 which passed the House of Representatives in September and includes language to authorize and make top priority specific U.S. Army Corps of Engineers activities for Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach.  Additional language was included to address safety and maintenance concerns at Southport Marina.   “Our ports, beaches and waterways are the lifeline of economic activity and job growth for our coastal communities.  Passing meaningful legislation to support and continue the authorization of funding to address the unique needs we have on the coast is absolutely vital.  As a member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, I am very pleased that this bill includes provisions addressing immediate needs at Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach and Southport Marina.  The passage of the WIIN Act is critical to Southeastern North Carolina and our nation, and I look forward to the President signing this important infrastructure bill into law.” The WIIN Act requires the Army Corps of Engineers to prioritize the needs of area beaches, including a three-year extension of coastal storm damage reduction funding for Carolina Beach, and requires the Army Corps of Engineers and U.S. Coast Guard to work with state and local officials to establish a no wake zone for recreational vessels on the Intracoastal Waterway at the Southport Marina.  In addition to addressing the needs of North Carolina coasts, the WIIN Act authorizes much-needed investments in our infrastructure systems, supports the maritime and waterway transportation systems and provides for flood protection for homes and businesses. The WIIN Act is a result of bicameral negotiations.  The bill was passed by the U.S. Senate on Friday and now heads t… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.burr.senate.gov/press/releases/emmett-till-unsolved-civil-rights-crimes-reauthorization-act-passed-by-congress Emmett Till Unsolved Civil Rights Crimes Reauthorization Act Passed by Congress 2016-12-12 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Richard Burr B001135 www.burr.senate.gov     legacy 12.12.16 Emmett Till Unsolved Civil Rights Crimes Reauthorization Act Passed by Congress WASHINGTON-- On Saturday December 10th in its final session of the 114th Congress, the Senate passed the Emmett Till Unsolved Civil Rights Crimes Reauthorization Act of 2016 (S.2854/H.R.5067).  In the Senate the bill was led by Sen. Richard Burr (R-NC), Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-VT),  Sen. Claire McCaskill (D-MO), and Sen. Roy Blunt (R-MO).  In the House, original sponsors were Rep. John Lewis (D-GA), Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner (R-WI), and Rep. John Conyers, Jr. (D-MI). BACKGROUND Before the passage of major civil rights legislation in the 1960s, hundreds of racially suspicious crimes were committed in this country, and few attempts to prosecute them were ever pursued.  Tuskegee Institute once kept a record of verified lynchings in the United States from 1877 to 1950.  The institute documented that nearly 4000 mainly unprosecuted civil rights crimes occurred during that period.  Many American families continue to pass down stories of loss and disappearance even today without knowing the truth about what actually happened to their loved ones.  PRIMARY GOALS OF THE BILL The Emmett Till Unsolved Civil Rights Crimes Reauthorization Act represents a critical opportunity to right these wrongs committed, primarily against African Americans, but also against people of diverse backgrounds.  In some cases, individuals still remain who were witnesses to these crimes or who can help provide evidence regarding these incidents.  This bill reauthorizes and updates the original legislation that was signed into law in 2008.  It seeks to respond to the concerns of victims' family members and strengthen collaboration between the Justice Department, the FBI, State and local law enforcement, and advocates to pursue these cold cases.  There is a collective goal to seek the truth about this long-standing tragedies and hold the perpetrators and orchestrators of these atrocities accountable.   This reauthorization also seeks to respond to the… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.burr.senate.gov/press/releases/legislation-protecting-western-nc-houseboats-passes-senate Legislation Protecting Western N.C. Houseboats Passes Senate 2016-12-10 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Richard Burr B001135 www.burr.senate.gov     legacy 12.10.16 Legislation Protecting Western N.C. Houseboats Passes Senate WASHINGTON – Oversight, the Senate passed Senator Richard Burr’s (R-NC) and Senator Thom Tillis’ (R-NC) legislation to prevent the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) from banning houseboats on Lake Fontana and Hiwasee Lake. TVA’s original proposed ban on houseboats would affect nearly 400 houseboat owners in Western North Carolina. The language was included in the Water Resources Development compromise bill which is now headed to President Obama’s desk. “This legislation will prevent the Tennessee Valley Authority from kicking people out of their homes,” said Senator Burr. “I want to thank Congressman Mark Meadows for his work on this issue in the House. Many of these families have been living on the water for decades and I am glad they will get to remain in their homes.” “I’m proud the Senate was able to advance this important piece of legislation,” said Senator Tillis. “I want to thank Senator Burr and Congressman Meadows for their hard work to ensure that houseboat owners on Fontana Lake won't lose their homes.” In August, Senator Burr wrote a letter to the Tennessee Valley Authority urging the agency to reconsider this proposal which would effectively ban houseboats in some parts of Western North Carolina. The full signed letter is available online here. Print Email Tweet Previous Article Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398986 With GOP in control, private sector pushes for increased role in student loans 2016-12-09 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy Emboldened by what's expected to be a more business-friendly White House come January, the private student loan industry is making a push to expand its role in the Department of Education's growing $1.3 trillion portfolio of federal student loans. A main lobbying group for the industry wrote a letter this week to President-elect Donald Trump's transition team, making a series of proposals that included a bold plan to auction off some of the existing portfolio of federal loans to private investors. And banks and other industry players like state-based loan agencies are also itching for the new administration and a GOP-controlled Congress to give them a larger stake in the federal government's student loan programs."We believe banks should play a bigger role in the federal student loan program because of the benefits private lenders bring to the table," said Richard Hunt, president of the Consumer Bankers Association. The efforts come after many in the industry have struggled in recent years — following the Obama administration's successful push to cut banks and other private lenders out of the federal student loan system, which was approved by a Democratic Congress in 2010. That change expanded the share of loans disbursed directly by the federal government, and put a squeeze on the guaranty agencies and other lenders that used to receive subsidies to make and insure federally guaranteed loans to students. Banks and other for-profit and non-profit loan industry organizations argue that they can do a better job of originating and servicing federal student loans than the Education Department. And they have sympathetic ears among many congressional Republicans, who blasted the Obama administration's ending of subsidies to banks and private lenders as a "federal takeover" of student lending. But critics say that argument falls flat. Jason Delisle, a resident fellow in education policy studies at the conservative-leaning American Enterprise Institute, said efforts to insert private lenders into the federal loan program… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/icymi-walker-opposes-short-term-spending-bill-preview-how-he-ll-lead ICYMI: [Walker] opposes short-term spending bill in preview of how hell lead conservative wing' 2016-12-09 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Walker W000819 walker.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Friday, an article in The News & Observer highlighted U.S. Representative Mark Walker's (NC-06) opposition to the Continuing Resolution – which passed the House on Thursday – and highlighted what it signals as he steps in to lead the Republican Study Committee (RSC)."Walker’s opposition this week signals he’ll lead the RSC next year in pushing back against last-minute legislation often loaded with spending and provisions designed to solicit broad support from lawmakers," the article reads. "Walker’s statement Thursday called on Republicans to consider their approach to passing budgets as much as they consider their policy positions and spending priorities."The article continued: “'This bill is a far cry from how our government should be funded and what priorities should be appropriated...In the next Congress, we have to dedicate ourselves to being proactive, rather than reactive,' he said."Read the article in its entirety here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/icymi-walker-sen-mike-lee-op-ed-national-review-repealing-obamacare-let ICYMI: Walker, Sen. Mike Lee Op-Ed in National Review: 'Repealing Obamacare: Lets Get This Done' 2016-12-09 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Walker W000819 walker.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mark Walker (NC-06) and U.S. Senator Mike Lee (UT) today penned an op-ed for National Review Online, calling for Republicans in Congress to utilize the budget reconcilation process to repeal Obamacare, using last years reconcilation bill as the blue print. "We sent a bill to President Obama’s desk that would have repealed much of the law, and was promptly — and unsurprisingly — vetoed. But this exercise was not, by any measure, a fruitless effort," Walker and Lee wrote. "That bill, H.R. 3762, established the minimum standards against which any future Obamacare repeal bills would be measured.Walker and Lee continued: "It zeroed out Obamacare’s individual and employer mandates, scrapped the taxes, revived health savings accounts, and rolled back the Medicaid expansion and subsidies. Majorities in the House and Senate are on record voting for all of these items. We can do it again."This op-ed follows a similar effort by Walker and Lee in 2015, calling for a stronger reconcilation bill that worked to "repeal as much of Obamacare as possible." Read Rep. Walker and Sen. Mike Lee's op-ed in its entirety here and below:   Repealing Obamacare: Let’s Get This Done National Review Online By: Rep. Mark Walker and Sen. Mike Lee December 9, 2016 Since 2010 everyone in the Republican party has agreed that Obamacare must be repealed. Most Republican members of Congress — ourselves included — were elected, and reelected, on the promise that we would take any opportunity possible to end this partisan, ham-handed, and unconstitutional law.When Republicans attained control of both the House and Senate in 2015, we saw an opportunity to lay the foundation for full repeal under a possible future Republican president. To that end, we penned an article in National Review calling for Congress to send President Obama a bill repealing Obamacare. “It is more important than ever for Republicans in Congress to honor the promises we have made to the American people,” we wrote. “We can do this, befor… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.burr.senate.gov/press/releases/senator-burr-statement-on-330-million-in-disaster-relief-for-nc-in-cr- Senator Burr Statement on $330 million in Disaster Relief for NC in CR 2016-12-09 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Richard Burr B001135 www.burr.senate.gov     legacy 12.09.16 Senator Burr Statement on $330 million in Disaster Relief for NC in CR WASHINGTON –Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) praised the Senate for passing legislation today by a vote of 63 to 36 that included over $330 million for disaster relief for North Carolina. Voting today on both the Continuing Resolution and the Water Resources Development Act, these pieces of legislation provide assistance for parts of North Carolina devastated by Hurricane Matthew. Additionally, WRDA maintains over $50 million in funding for natural disasters. “I’ve worked with Sen. Thom Tillis to make sure that North Carolina can quickly bounce back from natural disasters, including recovering from damage incurred by Hurricane Matthew. I’m proud of our work on this legislation and know that North Carolinians are resilient and quick to restore towns affected by this year’s devastating hurricane, and the flooding that resulted.” Print Email Tweet Previous Article Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398985 Fast-Food CEO Presents Big Shift at Trump's DOL 2016-12-08 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy President-elect Donald Trump's selection of fast-food CEO Andrew Puzder as labor secretary offers tangible insights into how the Labor Department may change direction from the Barack Obama and Thomas Perez regime.The man at the helm of the Hardee's and Carl's Jr. brands is not your typical fast-food executive in the sense that his detailed views on labor policy and government regulation are all available on his blog, public speaking transcripts, columns and in a book he co-wrote on job creation (see related story). In summary, Puzder's public record seems to portend a dramatic reversal in the DOL's current priorities to enhance employees’ wages, safety and benefits via regulation.But Puzder, like the president-elect, has no government experience, and his statements could morph once he takes office. Seth Harris, Obama's former deputy labor secretary, cautioned that even though Puzder's corporate background ostensibly contravenes the DOL's mission to promote workers’ rights, his approach to governance remains an open question.“I think it's premature to draw any broad conclusions from the fact that he happens to lead a fast-food business right now,” Harris, who left the DOL in 2014 and now practices law at Dentons in Washington, told Bloomberg BNA Dec. 8. “It is entirely possible that he will continue the tradition of bipartisanship on workforce development and retirement policy, for example. We just don't know that yet.”Leading members of the worker advocacy movement, in a call for reporters, expressed grave concerns about Puzder's past statements, such as opposing big minimum wage hikes and expanded access to overtime pay (see related story). They called for Congress to put Puzder to the test during his confirmation.Return to GOP NormsMatthew Haller, senior vice president at the International Franchise Association—where Puzder is currently a board member—told Bloomberg BNA Dec. 8 that it's a false assumption that Puzder's anti-regulatory comments indicate he would direct the DOL not to pursue further regulations.A… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-continues-fight-american-workers JONES CONTINUES FIGHT FOR AMERICAN WORKERS 2016-12-08 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC – This week, Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) continued his long-standing fight for American businesses and workers.  Yesterday, Jones and Congressman Mike Doyle (PA-14) offered an amendment to a water infrastructure bill (S. 612) that would permanently require all iron and steel products used in projects financed by the U.S. taxpayer-funded Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) to be made in the United States, not China or other foreign nations.  The amendment was defeated in an 3-8 party line vote in the House Rules Committee.  A version of the amendment was then offered as a motion on the House floor, but was defeated again on a vote of 184-236.  The underlying bill – without the Doyle/Jones “Buy American” provision – was subsequently approved and now goes to the Senate for final consideration.   Not giving up the fight for American workers, Congressman Jones is joining his colleagues Cheri Bustos (IL-8) and Dan Lipinski (IL-3) in introducing a stand-alone bill – H.R. 6460 – similar to the amendment and motion offered earlier this week. “Americans’ taxpayer dollars should support American-made infrastructure, not Chinese,” said Congressman Jones.  “To me, that’s just common sense.  While I am disappointed that more of my colleagues didn’t support that concept this time, I will continue to do everything I can to fight for the workers and businesses of America.”   For additional information, please contact Allison Tucker in Congressman Jones’ office at (202) 225-3415 or allison.tucker@mail.house.gov. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398969 Foxx, Kline Statements on Nomination of Puzder as Labor Secretary 2016-12-08 2016 2016-12 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., incoming chairwoman of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce, and Rep. John Kline, R-Minn., current committee chairman, released the following statements after President-elect Donald Trump announced his nomination of CKE Restaurants CEO Andy Puzder for Secretary of Labor: “Andrew Puzder is a terrific choice to serve as the next secretary of labor,” Chairwoman-designate Foxx said. “Through a long, distinguished career in the private sector, Mr. Puzder has a deep understanding of what it takes to create good-paying jobs and how federal policies can affect the ability of workers and employers to succeed. Mr. Puzder will play a key role in delivering reforms that will help more Americans climb the ladder of opportunity after years of extreme regulations and sluggish economic growth. There is a lot of work ahead to strengthen protections for workers, improve retirement security, lift the regulatory burden on small businesses, and restore balance and fairness to labor policies. I look forward to working with Mr. Puzder to advance these important priorities and congratulate him on this nomination.” “I want to congratulate Andrew Puzder on his nomination to serve as the next labor secretary,” Chairman Kline said. “His impressive record in the private sector will be extremely valuable as Congress continues to tackle the challenges facing working families and small businesses. Although we were able to work with the current administration on a number of key issues, years of flawed policies and overreaching regulations have made it harder for individuals to succeed. I’m confident Mr. Puzder has the experience and leadership necessary to turn the page and advance positive reforms that will put our nation back on a path toward growth and prosperity.” ### 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T21:09:43Z
https://rouzer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/house-passes-funding-bill-hurricane-matthew-relief House passes funding bill with Hurricane Matthew relief 2016-12-08 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC David Rouzer R000603 rouzer.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. – Today, with the support of Congressman Rouzer, the House of Representatives passed the FY 2017 Continuing Resolution to continue government operations, maintain funding at the current budget cap level and provide vital disaster relief to families and communities impacted by recent flooding – including disaster aid to assist North Carolinians in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew. “Since Hurricane Matthew hit our state in the beginning of October, I have been on the ground meeting with local elected leaders, business owners and our farm communities to help craft a legislative package that is responsive to the immediate needs of individuals, families and communities affected,” said Rep. David Rouzer.  “The $334 million in disaster relief for North Carolina is a vital first step in helping North Carolina families and farmers recover from the devastating storm.  I will continue to advocate for more disaster relief funding and work with our state and local communities to help our fellow citizens, many of whom are in the 7th Congressional district, recover from Hurricane Matthew.” Included in the $334 million designated for North Carolina are: $193 million for the Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery program to provide flexible grants to rebuild affected areas and provide critical seed money to start the recovery process; $23 million for the Federal Highway Administration to rebuild and maintain damaged portions of the highway; $27.5 million for the U.S. Department of Agriculture Emergency Conservation Program to help farmers repair damage to farmlands; $6 million for Emergency Watershed Protection Program to conserve natural resources by relieving hazards to life and property caused by floods; and, $83 million for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to build and maintain damaged infrastructure. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/walker-votes-against-continuing-resolution-spending-bill Walker Votes Against Continuing Resolution Spending Bill 2016-12-08 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Walker W000819 walker.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mark Walker (NC-06) today released the following statement after voting against the Continuing Resolution: "Though this outcome was preferable to a larger, long-term spending bill, it is my sincere hope that our final vote of 2016 is not indicative of how we will operate in 2017. This bill is a far cry from how our government should be funded and what priorities should be appropriated."The approach is just as important as the policy. In the next Congress, we have to dedicate ourselves to being proactive, rather than reactive. It should be our aim to set clear objectives early and achieve defined successes."The American people have entrusted us to change Washington. It is unacceptable for us not to deliver on the trust the voters have invested in us." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.burr.senate.gov/press/releases/senate-approves-nearly-300-million-for-nc-military-construction-projects Senate Approves Nearly $300 Million for N.C. Military Construction Projects 2016-12-08 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Richard Burr B001135 www.burr.senate.gov     legacy 12.08.16 Senate Approves Nearly $300 Million for N.C. Military Construction Projects WASHINGTON – Today, the Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act conference report. The legislation, which works out the differences between the House and Senate versions of the National Defense Authorization bills that passed earlier this year, funds our nation’s military including $297.1 million for military construction projects in North Carolina. The conference report also includes provisions sponsored by Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) to prevent the transfer of Guantanamo Bay Naval Station to Cuba without congressional approval and to protect the military commissary benefit. “We need to support our men and women who serve,” said Senator Burr. “This legislation is proof that the Senate is working on issues that matter to the American people. The military has a significant presence in North Carolina and this bill continues the investments that we need to be prepared to face future threats to national security.” The conference report provides funding for the following military construction projects in North Carolina: Camp Lejeune - $18.482 Million for Range Facilities Safety Improvements Camp Lejeune - $31 Million for Dental Clinic Replacement Cherry Point MCAS - $12.515 Million for Central Heating Plant Conversion Air National Guard Charlotte IAP - $29.6 Million for C-17 Corrosion Control/Fuel Cell Hangar Air National Guard Charlotte IAP - $21 Million for C-17 Type III Hydrant Refueling System Air Force Reserve Seymour Johnson AFB - $5.7 Million for KC-46A ADAL Building for AGE/Fuselage Training Air Force Reserve Seymour Johnson AFB - $2.25 Million KC-46A ADAL Squadron Operations Facilities Air Force Reserve Seymour Johnson AFB - $90 Million for KC-46A Two Bay Corrosion/Fuel Cell Hangar Fort Bragg - $10.905 Million for SOF Combat Medical Training Facility Fort Bragg - $21.420 Million for SOF Parachute Rigging Facility Fort Bragg - $30.670 Million for SOF Special Tactics Facility (Phase 3) … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.burr.senate.gov/press/releases/senator-burr-statement-on-meeting-with-rep-tom-price-for-hhs-secretary- Senator Burr Statement on Meeting with Rep. Tom Price for HHS Secretary 2016-12-08 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Richard Burr B001135 www.burr.senate.gov     legacy 12.08.16 Senator Burr Statement on Meeting with Rep. Tom Price for HHS Secretary WASHINGTON –Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) today met with Representative Tom Price, M.D., whom President-Elect Donald Trump has named as his pick to head the Department of Health and Human Services: “I look forward to getting Congressman Price through the confirmation process in the Senate. His knowledge of the healthcare system is a true benefit to the American people. I know he will be a superb HHS Secretary and promptly find solutions to the broken Obamacare system. As a doctor, I know he will work to provide the American people with as many healthcare choices as possible.” Senator Burr is a member of the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee. Print Email Tweet Previous Article Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=398968 "Congress in Your Community" Information Session 2016-12-07 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy "Congress in Your Community" Forsyth County Information SessionWhen: December 7, 2016 Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Where: Winston Lake Family YMCA, 901 Waterworks Road, Winston Salem, NC 27101 Purpose: Learn about the transition in representation, outstanding casework and Presidential Inauguration tickets with staffers from the offices of Rep. Alma Adams and Rep. Virginia Foxx. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-no-more-federal-restrictions-atlantic-waters JONES: NO MORE FEDERAL RESTRICTIONS ON ATLANTIC WATERS 2016-12-07 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-03) continued his opposition to expansion of the marine sanctuary system off the Atlantic Coast.  Jones and several congressional colleagues from the Atlantic seaboard are urging the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to reject the proposed nominations of Baltimore, Hudson and Norfolk Canyons as marine sanctuaries under the National Marine Sanctuary Act.  Congressman Jones’ latest action follows his work with Dare and Carteret counties earlier this year to oppose NOAA’s proposed expansion of the Monitor Sanctuary off the Eastern North Carolina coast.  “There is no need for new designations or access restrictions for fishermen and boaters that may flow from them in the future,” said Congressman Jones. Congressman Jones has long been an advocate for Eastern North Carolina fishermen by fighting against overreaching government regulations on recreational and commercial fishing.  He has also secured much-needed money for dredging at Morehead City Harbor, and Oregon, Hatteras, and New River Inlets, in addition to fighting the Obama administration’s assault on fishing access through unilateral marine monument designation. Attached is Congressman Jones’ letter opposing the nominations of Baltimore, Hudson and Norfolk canyons, as well as his letter opposing expansion of the Monitor sanctuary. For additional information, please contact Allison Tucker in Congressman Jones’ office at (202) 225-3415 or allison.tucker@mail.house.gov. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-pittenger-announces-inclusion-of-hurricane-matthew-recovery Congressman Pittenger announces inclusion of Hurricane Matthew recovery package in funding bill 2016-12-07 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER ANNOUNCES INCLUSION OF HURRICANE MATTHEW RECOVERY PACKAGE IN FUNDING BILL   WASHINGTON –Today, Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) announced the inclusion of Hurricane Matthew recovery assistance funding for the state of North Carolina in the Continuing Resolution funding bill. Congressman Pittenger personally lobbied Members of the relevant Committees for weeks to include the necessary relief funds after touring the damage in Robeson, Bladen, and Cumberland counties. The Continuing Resolution includes more than $300 million for North Carolina’s Hurricane Matthew recovery package, including funds for: Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery, which can be used support community needs in a variety of ways, such as repairing homes which have been damaged or destroyed, and job creation or training for those whose employment has been affected. Due to the block grant nature of the program, state and local officials have wide latitude in choosing the best use of these funds for their community; USDA Emergency Conservation Program, which will help farmers repair damage to their lands caused by flooding; Federal Highway Administration Emergency Highway Funding, which will be used to repair and reconstruct roads and highways; and The Army Corps of Engineers, which will go to repairing damage done to Army Corp properties. “The funds secured in the Continuing Resolution represent an important first step in helping North Carolina families and businesses recover from Hurricane Matthew,” said Congressman Pittenger. “This disaster will be felt for many years, and my team and I are committed to helping the people of Robeson, Cumberland, and Bladen navigate the federal bureaucracy to receive appropriate assistance. Please call my office at 704-362-1060 with any questions.”   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.burr.senate.gov/press/releases/senate-passes-21st-century-cures-legislation-includes-key-health-care-innovation-bills-championed-by-burr Senate Passes 21st Century Cures Legislation, Includes Key Health Care Innovation Bills Championed by Burr 2016-12-07 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Richard Burr B001135 www.burr.senate.gov     legacy 12.07.16 Senate Passes 21st Century Cures Legislation, Includes Key Health Care Innovation Bills Championed by Burr WASHINGTON – Today, the Senate passed the 21st Century Cures Act by a vote of 94-5. The bipartisan legislation includes several health care provisions written by Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) as well as $4.8 billion in targeted funding for the National Institutes of Health to accelerate key research initiatives, including the Precision Medicine Initiative and the Vice President’s Cancer Moonshot.  The 21st Century Cures Act also provides $1 billion to help states combat our nation’s tragic opioid abuse epidemic. “This landmark legislation sends the unequivocal message that the United States has never been more serious about leading the world in medical innovation,” said Senator Richard Burr.  “As our nation ushers in a new and defining era of medical discovery and development, it is critical that we seize this opportunity to better serve Americans battling devastating diseases. This bill will not only spur the innovation that will save and improve lives, but better prepare us for the serious health care challenges and threats we face.   While our work on these issues will never be done, the Cures bill offers great hope to so many by supporting those on the front lines of discovering, developing, delivering, and defining quality health care for years to come.” The following Burr bills are included in the 21st Century Cures Act: Advancing Breakthrough Devices for Patients Act– This legislation builds on the Advancing Breakthrough Therapies for Patients Act, which the Senate passed in 2012 from Senators Michael Bennet (D-CO), Orrin Hatch (R-UT), and Burr. This legislation will ensure an “all-hands-on-deck” approach to devices, while also complementing and enhancing the existing tools, such as priority review, currently in place for devices, with the goal of expediting the development and review of breakthrough products. Senators Michael Bennet and Orrin Hatch are original cosponsors of thi… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-pittenger-leads-bipartisan-coalition-objecting-the-chinese Congressman Pittenger leads bipartisan coalition objecting the Chinese takeover of key U.S. tech firm 2016-12-06 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER LEADS BIPARTISAN COALITION OBJECTING TO CHINESE TAKEOVER OF KEY U.S. TECH FIRM   WASHINGTON – Lattice Semiconductor, the third-largest American producer of a critical technology for U.S. military applications, has announced plans to be acquired by an American venture capital firm with significant ties to China’s communist government. Due to serious national security concerns, Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) has written Treasury Secretary Jack Lew urging the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) to block the transaction. A bipartisan coalition of 21 Members of Congress co-signed Congressman Pittenger’s letter. “We are concerned with this transaction as CBCP (Canyon Bridge Capital Partners, the venture capital firm) appears to be directly affiliated with the government of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and further appears to be a legal construction intended to obfuscate the involvement of numerous PRC state-owned enterprises during the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) review process,” writes Congressman Pittenger. “As you know, Lattice is the third largest American producer of Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) technologies.  FPGA technologies are critical to American military applications, and the purchase of an American FPGA designer and manufacturer by a PRC-affiliated firm could disrupt the military supply chain and possibly lead to a reliance on foreign-sourced technologies for many critical Defense Department programs.” Congressman Pittenger’s full letter to Secretary Lew is attached.  The bipartisan letter was co-signed by Members of Congress Mike Rogers (R-AL, House Strategic Forces Subcommittee Chair), Steve Chabot (R-OH, House Small Business Committee Chair), Chris Smith (R-NJ, Congressional-Executive Commission on China Chair), James McGovern (D-MA), Rosa DeLauro (D-CT), Robert Aderholt (R-AL, House Appropriations Subcommittee Chair), Walter Jones (R-NC), Daniel Lipinski (D-IL), Hank Johnson (D… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://rouzer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/house-passes-rouzer-bill-return-money-wrongfully-withheld-combat-injured House passes Rouzer bill to return money wrongfully withheld from combat-injured veterans 2016-12-06 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC David Rouzer R000603 rouzer.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. – The House of Representatives passed a bill authored by Congressman David Rouzer yesterday to provide every veteran who has had their severance payments wrongfully taxed the opportunity to recover the payment in full.  H.R. 5015,  the Combat-Injured Veterans Tax Fairness Act of 2016, is estimated to impact nearly 14,000 veterans - including more than 550 veterans from North Carolina – who were wrongfully taxed on their severance packages. Under federal law, veterans who suffer combat-related injuries and who are separated from the military are not supposed to have any taxes withheld from their one-time lump sum disability severance payment, which they receive from the Department of Defense (DoD.)  However, due to an accounting error, that was not the case for an estimated 14,000 veterans.  H.R. 5015 corrects this problem by instructing the DoD to identify those who were wrongfully taxed so that they can be reimbursed.  “Our soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines risk their lives every day to protect our freedoms, our values and our republic. The revelation that there are thousands of veterans who did not receive their full disability severance pay is unacceptable.  This legislation is a common-sense solution to ensure that these veterans who had their severance payment wrongfully taxed will receive every penny that they are rightfully owed.  These veterans deserve no less for their service and sacrifice to our nation,” said Congressman Rouzer. This problem was originally identified by the National Veterans Legal Services Program (NVLSP), an independent, nonprofit veterans service organization that has served active duty military personnel and veterans since 1980.  NVLSP estimates that nearly 14,000 veterans have been denied full severance pay as a result of wrongful taxation, including more than 500 veterans in North Carolina. BACKGROUND ON THE NEED FOR THE LEGISLATION:
  One-time lump sum disability severance payments to active duty service members have been excluded from taxable income since a … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/walker-releases-statement-vote-impeach-irs-commissioner Walker Releases Statement on Vote to Impeach the IRS Commissioner 2016-12-06 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Walker W000819 walker.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mark Walker (NC-06) today released the following statement after voting to impeach IRS Commissioner John Koskinen:"Since October of 2015, I have been on the record supporting articles of impeachment for commissioner Koskinen. There is overwhelming evidence that he failed in performing his duties and misled Congress."I supported the measure because the American people deserve accountability in government. The privileged and well-connected should not get to live and work by another standard; Koskinen's deceit deserves consequence." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.burr.senate.gov/press/releases/senate-intel-chairman-burr-statement-on-todays-meeting-with-rep-pompeo- Senate Intel Chairman Burr Statement on Today’s Meeting with Rep. Pompeo 2016-12-06 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Richard Burr B001135 www.burr.senate.gov     legacy 12.06.16 Senate Intel Chairman Burr Statement on Today’s Meeting with Rep. Pompeo WASHINGTON –Senator Richard Burr (R-NC), Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, made the following statement after meeting with Congressman Mike Pompeo (R-KS), President Elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Director of the Central Intelligence Agency: “Representative Pompeo and I had a productive and engaging conversation today as we discussed his nomination to be the next Director of the Central Intelligence Agency.  Mike’s intellectual rigor, honorable service, and outstanding judgment make him a natural fit to lead what I believe to be one of our nation’s most treasured assets.  I look forward to supporting his nomination and ensuring its consideration without delay.” Print Email Tweet Previous Article Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398981 Foxx Named Chair of House Education Committee 2016-12-05 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy North Carolina Republican Virginia Foxx, a vocal critic of the Obama administration's higher education policies, will be the chairwoman of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.Foxx, a former community college president, replaces Minnesota Republican John Kline, who is retiring at the end of the 114th Congress. She will take over leadership of the committee as Republicans in both chambers make plans to roll back Obama-era regulations on a number of sectors, including higher education.In a postelection interview with Inside Higher Ed, Foxx said studying how those regulations could be repealed would be a top priority. And she said she would support scaling back the size of the Department of Education in the next Congress.Foxx's committee will also play a key role in shaping education policy through the reauthorization of the Higher Education Act.She said she looks forward to building on the work of Kline and former House Speaker John Boehner.“The committee will continue to work towards fostering the best opportunities for students to learn, workers to succeed and employers to grow,” Foxx said in a statement. “At all times, we will strive in our service to hold government institutions to the highest standards of accountability and transparency, with a constant eye towards eliminating waste and inefficiency. Our creative, ambitious pursuit of good policy will be guided by the Constitution with solutions centered on securing and protecting access to high-quality education and safe and productive workplaces for all Americans.”https://www.insidehighered.com/quicktakes/2016/12/05/foxx-named-chair-house-education-committee 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398982 Incoming House Education Leader Is a Bold Conservative Reformer 2016-12-05 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy Incoming House Education Leader Is a Bold Conservative Reformer By Paul Crookston, National Review f t # e Washington, December 5, 2016 “Meet the Congresswoman Poised to Tear Up Obama’s Education Legacy” blares a Politico headline above a piece on Virginia Foxx, the incoming leader of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. And it’s not wrong. A representative of North Carolina’s fifth congressional district, Foxx has thoroughly repudiated the top-down approach to education reform preferred by previous administrations. Her selection signals that Republicans in Congress want to continue devolving authority over education to the states, and that they may end up pushing the ambitious Trump administration in that direction. With a conservative education secretary in Betsy DeVos, Foxx will have a natural ally in the White House. Foxx has long argued that the Constitution does not indicate that the federal government should lead on education. In an interview with Inside Higher Ed, Foxx was asked, “You don’t see any role for the federal government in encouraging [free community college] efforts at the state and local level?” “No,” she replied. “Why should we? We have a $20 trillion debt. Why should we go into debt to pay for what the states should be doing?” Many on the right have been worried that a Trump’s administration would try to force education policy on the states from on high. For now, at least, that fear seems to be unfounded.http://www.nationalreview.com/corner/442690/virginia-foxxs-conservative-education-reform-agenda-congress  f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398983 New U.S. House labor committee chair questions need for unions 2016-12-05 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy The incoming chair of the congressional panel that oversees labor issues on Monday questioned the need for unions and said she wants to repeal various Obama administration labor policies.Organized labor has "sort of lost its reason for being" because of the many laws in place to protect workers, said Representative Virginia Foxx, a 73-year-old Republican from North Carolina who will become chair of the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Education and the Workforce in January, in a telephone interview with ReutersLabor unions have already been wary about how they will fare under the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump, with Republicans poised to control the presidency and both chambers of Congress.AFL-CIO spokesman Eric Hauser pushed back against Foxx's comments, saying that a thriving labor movement and strong union presence has never been more important in light of the economic tumult in the United States.Foxx, who was first elected to the House in 2004, said one of her committee's top priorities will be to roll back a slew of Obama administration labor initiatives.At the top of her agenda is the U.S. Labor Department rule that would extend mandatory overtime pay to more than 4 million workers. A federal judge in Texas blocked the rule last month before it took effect, but the Labor Department has challenged that ruling in a federal appeals court.Among other targets that Foxx cited for repeal are the National Labor Relations Board's revised standard for "joint employment" that could make it easier for unions and regulators to hold companies accountable for the employment practices of staffing agencies, contractors and franchisees with which they partner. That issue has been most prominently in play in a case involving McDonald's Corp over whether it, as well as its franchisees, can be held liable in complaints about the violation of employee rights.Foxx said she expects strong opposition from Democrats."I think that they will bring up their tired arguments about how we are destroying … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398984 Student-Data Ban Faces Test: A law meant to protect privacy makes it tougher to assess colleges and their performance 2016-12-05 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy As president of the Minnesota State College Student Association, Dylan Kelly hears from students hesitant to enroll, unsure if pursing a degree will lead to a comfortable life or a debt trap.Data on individual college students would help prospective students, colleges and policymakers alike better understand how much graduates make and how many students who transfer schools eventually earn a degree. But lawmakers concerned with student privacy have banned the Education Department from collecting student-level data. “A lot of students are people coming in and looking for job training  . . .  looking to improve their economic outlook for their families and themselves,” Kelly says. “They have a hard time trying to assess what it will take, especially with a limited amount of data.” Kelly and others are looking to Capitol Hill to close that information gap by lifting a 2008 ban on collecting specific student data they say can help families make informed decisions about what higher education programs will be worth the cost, whether students should transfer and what outcomes other students of their race, gender and income-level have experienced.Yet, the idea for a database of student information faces stiff resistance from some lawmakers and privacy advocates. Currently, individual schools must prepare aggregated information for hundreds of indicators, including graduation rates and average tuition for students of different income levels. While this method provides more than 1,700 pieces of information, it leaves key questions unanswered, including financial outcomes for all students and the success of transfer students.Republican House Speaker Paul D. Ryan of Wisconsin and GOP Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida, along with a majority of colleges and education advocacy groups, are pushing legislation to overturn the ban. With both chambers’ education committees set to work on updating the higher education law in the next Congress, that legislation has a chance of being a part of the larger bill. However, both committees will … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398427 McHenry on Passage of the Creating Financial Prosperity for Businesses & Investors Act 2016-12-05 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Patrick McHenry M001156 mchenry.house.gov     legacy This evening, Chief Deputy Whip Patrick McHenry (R, NC-10), the Vice Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee and co-leader of House Republican's Innovation Initiative, applauded the passage of H.R. 6427, the Creating Financial Prosperity for Businesses and Investors Act. Included in H.R. 6427 were two bills introduced by Congressman McHenry: H.R. 4854 the Supporting America's Innovators Act and H.R. 4855, the Fix Crowdfunding Act.“Small businesses and entrepreneurs play a vitally important role in the American economy, especially in communities like those I represent in western North Carolina," said Congressman McHenry. "Yet today, the combination of a sluggish economy and misguided Washington regulations have led to these communities losing more jobs than they create."“This evening, the House voted on a bipartisan legislative package that can begin to change that,"Congressman McHenry continued. "The Creating Financial Prosperity for Businesses and Investors Act includes two bills I authored that will make it easier for small businesses and entrepreneurs to utilize innovative forms of capital formation to grow their ideas. While there is more work to be done to improve the small business climate in America, today’s vote is a step in the right direction.”Earlier today, Congressman McHenry spoke on the House floor in support of H.R. 6427. Video of those remarks can be accessed by clicking here or on the image above.H.R. 6427 is a package of six bills that passed the House earlier this year. The two bills introduced by Congressman McHenry, H.R. 4854 and H.R. 4855, originally passed the on July 5th. You can read more about those votes by clicking here.H.R. 4854, the Supporting America's Innovators Act of 2016 amends an exemption under the Investment Company Act of 1940 to by increasing the investor limitation from 100 to 250 persons for qualifying venture capital funds.H.R. 4855, the Fix Crowdfunding Act amends Title III of the JOBS Act by raising the dollar amount limit and clarifying certain requirements… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-pittenger-to-host-120-international-leaders-for-terrorism Congressman Pittenger to host 120 international leaders for terrorism and cybersecurity forum 2016-12-05 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER TO HOST 120 INTERNATIONAL LEADERS FOR TERRORISM AND CYBERSECURITY FORUM   WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, more than 120 Members of Parliament, Senators, Ambassadors, and other officials from 39 nations in Europe, Asia, Middle East, and South America will join Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) at the Library of Congress for the 6th Parliamentary Intelligence-Security Forum. First conceived in 2014 to help restore U.S.-European relations in the wake of NSA revelations, the forum has grown into a major biannual gathering where legislators from around the world discuss collaborative efforts to defeat radical Islamist terrorism, intercept terrorism financing, confront cyber threats, and other relevant Intelligence and Security issues. Speakers for the December 7th forum include House Speaker Paul Ryan, Chairman Jeb Hensarling (Financial Services), Chairman Bob Goodlatte (Judiciary), House Republican Whip Steve Scalise, Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), Secretary Michael Chertoff (former, Homeland Security), Jamal El-Hindi (Acting Director, U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network), Juan Felix Marteau (Argentina’s national coordinator for combating terrorist financing), members of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission, and several key experts from the private sector. This is the sixth Parliamentary Intelligence-Security Forum organized and hosted by Congressman Pittenger, following two previous forums in Washington, two forums in Vienna, and a recent regional forum in Buenos Aires. The forum is scheduled for Wednesday, December 7th, at the Library of Congress (Thomas Jefferson Building).  Media is invited to observe the 4 p.m. panel discussion and 5 p.m. closing session.  Additional media opportunities, including interviews and b-roll, are available upon request.  Media planning to cover the forum should contact Jamie Bowers at 704-619-3288 or jamie.bowers@mail.house.gov. A copy of the forum agenda is attached.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=867 Hudson Thanks McCrory for Service to North Carolina 2016-12-05 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 hudson.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 5, 2016   Hudson Thanks McCrory for Service to North Carolina   WASHINGTON, D.C.- Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement thanking Governor Pat McCrory for his service to North Carolina as 74th governor:   “I want to thank Governor Pat McCrory, Ann and the entire McCrory team for their hard work and incredible record of success for the people of North Carolina. By all accounts, our state has seen historic growth under Governor McCrory’s leadership. He is a true champion for jobs, and he has successfully transformed our economy and helped put hundreds of thousands of North Carolinians back to work. With Governor McCrory’s guidance, North Carolina has seen historic tax reform, budget surpluses, critical infrastructure investments, and higher public teacher pay. I’m proud to call Governor McCrory a good friend, and Renee and I wish him and his family all the best. I pledge to work with Governor-elect Roy Cooper as he prepares to take office.”   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-meadows-elected-chairman-of-house-freedom-caucus Rep. Meadows Elected Chairman of House Freedom Caucus 2016-12-05 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. – On Monday, members of the House Freedom Caucus voted to elect Rep. Mark Meadows (R-NC) as Chairman. Rep. Meadows released the following statement: “I am honored and humbled to receive the support of my colleagues for Chairman of the House Freedom Caucus. It is a position that I take very seriously, and as we look toward the coming year, I am tremendously excited about the opportunities we will have to make a difference for Americans on Main Street. I want to thank my colleagues for entrusting me with their support – especially outgoing Chairman, Rep. Jim Jordan, for his outstanding leadership over our first two years. The voters of this country sent an abundantly clear message on November 8th that they feel as though Washington does not represent them. Now, it’s time for Washington to do what it has failed to do for decades – listen. With a new administration coming in, the Freedom Caucus is ready to go to work on day one to help lead the fight to give Americans a voice in their government.” ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=435 Rep. Meadows Elected Chairman of House Freedom Caucus 2016-12-05 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Rep. Meadows Elected Chairman of House Freedom Caucus f t # e Washington, DC, December 5, 2016 On Monday, members of the House Freedom Caucus voted to elect Rep. Mark Meadows (R-NC) as Chairman. Rep. Meadows released the following statement: I am honored and humbled to receive the support of my colleagues for Chairman of the House Freedom Caucus. It is a position that I take very seriously, and as we look toward the coming year, I am tremendously excited about the opportunities we will have to make a difference for Americans on Main Street. I want to thank my colleagues for entrusting me with their support especially outgoing Chairman, Rep. Jim Jordan, for his outstanding leadership over our first two years. The voters of this country sent an abundantly clear message on November 8th that they feel as though Washington does not represent them. Now, it's time for Washington to do what it has failed to do for decades listen. With a new administration coming in, the Freedom Caucus is ready to go to work on day one to help lead the fight to give Americans a voice in their government. ### f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/walker-congratulates-rep-mark-meadows-being-elected-new-chairman-house Walker Congratulates Rep. Mark Meadows on Being Elected New Chairman of the House Freedom Caucus 2016-12-05 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Walker W000819 walker.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mark Walker (NC-06) today released the following statement congratulating U.S. Representative Mark Meadows (NC-11) on being elected as the new Chairman of the House Freedom Caucus:"Congratulations to my friend and colleague from North Carolina Mark Meadows, the newly elected Chairman of the House Freedom Caucus."As Republicans have been entrusted with a historic opportunity, I look forward to working with Mark and fellow conservatives to deliver real governmental reform and economic opportunity for the people of North Carolina." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398980 Foxx tapped to head U.S. House education committee 2016-12-04 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-N.C.) was named the new chairwoman of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce in the 115th Congress on Friday.“The committee will continue to work towards fostering the best opportunities for students to learn, workers to succeed and employers to grow,” said Foxx. “At all times, we will strive in our service to hold government institutions to the highest standards of accountability and transparency, with a constant eye towards eliminating waste and inefficiency.“Our creative, ambitious pursuit of good policy will be guided by the Constitution with solutions centered on securing and protecting access to high quality education and safe and productive workplaces for all Americans.”Foxx won re-election to Congress in November for a seventh term representing North Carolina’s 5th District. While many regard Foxx as “Congresswoman,” she is also Dr. Foxx, receiving her doctorate in curriculum and teaching/higher education from UNC Greensboro. Prior to Capitol Hill and even state Senate, Foxx worked as a sociology professor at Appalachian State and was later president at Maryland Community College.Just two weeks before the election, she was in Salisbury touring North Hills Christian School and speaking to students, along with members of Parents for Educational Freedom in North Carolina (PEFNC). Both Foxx and PEFNC are advocates for limited federal involvement and parental choice in education.On the outside, North Hills appears like any other Christian school, yet they’re one of many nonpublic schools in North Carolina that participate in the Opportunity Scholarship Program.“It’s been a huge blessing,” said Ekima Whisonant, whose fourth-grade son has been an opportunity scholar at North Hills since second grade. Whisonant has seen a drastic improvement in her son’s grades and attitude since joining the program.The program caters to low-income families as well as children with learning and physical disabilities. From Christian to Montessori, nonpublic schools across the state accept opportun… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398425 McHenry on Passage of 2017 Defense Authorization Bill 2016-12-02 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Patrick McHenry M001156 mchenry.house.gov     legacy Chief Deputy Whip Patrick McHenry (R, NC-10) released the following statement after the House passed the Conference Report accompanying S. 2943, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017:“We live in a dangerous world with multiple ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and regimes hostile to our American ideals leading countries in both Europe and Asia. In the face of these threats, it is our military men and women who keep our nation safe. Today, the House passed the annual National Defense Authorization Act ensuring they have the resources they need to get the job done.   “This bipartisan bill boosts base funding, closes the readiness gap, and maintains the prohibition on transferring Guantanamo Bay detainees to American soil. Ultimately, our armed forces are only as strong as the men and women who serve and our bill makes sure they are rewarded by providing the largest troop pay increase in six years. We are blessed to have the best military in the world and I’m proud to support this NDAA to maintain that strength.”      For additional information on the FY2017 NDAA courtesy of the House Armed Services Committee click here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pittenger-votes-for-military-pay-raise-increased-training-and-readiness Pittenger votes for military pay raise, increased training and readiness 2016-12-02 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER HELPS PASS LARGEST MILITARY PAY RAISE IN SIX YEARSBipartisan Legislation Provides $619 Billion for National Defense   WASHINGTON – America’s brave men and women in uniform volunteer to risk their lives in defense of our freedom and endure long separation from family and friends.  We owe them a debt we can never fully repay.Today, Congressman Robert Pittenger (NC-09) joined a bipartisan majority to approve the largest military pay raise in six years, strengthen military health care for both active duty and retirees, and provide relief for brave veterans asked to repay enlistment bonuses.The National Defense Authorization Act:   Provides $619 billion to appropriately fund our national defense Stops President Obama’s reduction in military strength Increases critical training to support readiness and reduce accidents Provides resources to deter Russian aggression in Europe Provides a full 2.1% pay raise for our troops Makes no changes to out-of-pocket medical costs for military and retirees Provides two comprehensive TRICARE options, simplifies access to urgent care, and extends hours for military primary care clinics Reforms the organizational structure of the Department of Defense to better respond to modern-day national security threats Continues the prohibition on closing GITMO and transferring radical terrorists to U.S. “We are proud to have the finest military in the world, and the finest troops deserve a pay raise, as well as the training and resources they need to carry out dangerous missions on our behalf,” commented Congressman Pittenger.  “The 2017 National Defense Authorization Act supports our troops, ends dangerous cutbacks which hurt readiness, provides funding to continue the fight against radical Islamist terrorism, and includes common sense reforms to help the military meet 21st Century challenges.”  The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 passed the U.S. House of Representatives by an overwhelming bipartisan vote of … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398966 Foxx Selected as Chairwoman of House Committee on Education and the Workforce 2016-12-02 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov foxx https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx scraper WASHINGTON – With approval of the full Republican conference, the House Republican Steering Committee has selected Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-N.C., as the chairwoman of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce in the 115th Congress. “My colleagues have entrusted me with a significant responsibility, and I look forward to building on the foundation established by leaders such as John Kline and John Boehner and continuing their legacy of honest, dogged work confronting the challenges facing America’s schools and workplaces. The committee will continue to work towards fostering the best opportunities for students to learn, workers to succeed and employers to grow,” said Foxx. “At all times, we will strive in our service to hold government institutions to the highest standards of accountability and transparency, with a constant eye towards eliminating waste and inefficiency. Our creative, ambitious pursuit of good policy will be guided by the Constitution with solutions centered on securing and protecting access to high quality education and safe and productive workplaces for all Americans.” “I want to congratulate Virginia Foxx on her selection to serve as the next chair of this great committee, an opportunity she has earned through many years of dedicated public service,” said Rep. John Kline, R-Minn., current chairman of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce. “In recent years, we have advanced important reforms that will make a positive difference in the lives of students, workers, teachers, and employers, and Virginia has played a vital role in those efforts. I am proud of the work the committee has accomplished, and I have no doubt it will continue to deliver real results for the American people under Virginia’s strong leadership.” An educator by trade, Foxx spent most of her career as a teacher and administrator in North Carolina’s higher education system. Her first foray into public office was service on her local school board. Prior to entering Congress, Foxx also operated an independent … 1 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z 2026-04-08T21:09:43Z
https://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=865 Hudson's Legislation to Support 440th AW Passes House 2016-12-02 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 hudson.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 2, 2016   Hudson’s Legislation to Support 440th AW Passes House House Approves Critical Defense Bill with Hudson’s Key Language to Protect Training of Fort Bragg Paratroopers   WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement after the House passed the bipartisan, bicameral FY17 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA):   “It’s my job to guarantee our men and women in uniform have the tools needed to carry out their missions, and today’s measure honors that responsibility. This defense bill includes major reforms to spend taxpayer dollars in a responsible, cost-efficient way while shoring up readiness to meet the growing threats we face. Just as important, it includes key measures to hold the Air Force accountable and ensure our rapid reaction forces at Fort Bragg – the epicenter of the universe – are prepared for deployment at a moment's notice. I am hopeful the president will support this legislation and honor our obligation to protect the American people.”   In May, Rep. Hudson filed an amendment to the House-passed NDAA that would create additional congressional oversight over airborne operations at Fort Bragg. He worked closely with Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) to ensure language was added to the final conference version. The amendment requires the Secretary of the Air Force and the Secretary of the Army to give quarterly reports to the House and Senate Armed Services Committees specifying the number of airborne jumps and evaluating the level of air support provided by the Pentagon. This language was included in today’s conference version of the 2017 NDAA.   In addition, the 2017 NDAA contains critical provisions to rebuild a strong military, increase readiness and support our service members, including measures to:   Boost base funding by $9 billion over the administration’s request to close the readiness gap, rebuild our military, and guarantee our troops have… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=866 Hudson Congratulates Foxx on Historic Role 2016-12-02 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 hudson.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 2, 2016   Hudson Congratulates Foxx on Historic Role     WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) issued the following statement after Rep. Virginia Foxx (NC-05) was named the Chairwoman of the House Education and Workforce Committee for the 115th Congress:   “I want to congratulate my good friend and colleague Dr. Virginia Foxx on her historic selection as Chairwoman of the House Education and Workforce Committee. There is no better advocate for education and putting people in good jobs than Virginia, and I am confident her leadership will help deliver opportunity for all Americans. Renee and I wish her, Tom and her family well as they take on this new responsibility.”   Congresswoman Foxx is the first North Carolina woman to chair a Congressional committee. She currently serves as the chairwoman of the House Education and the Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and vice chair of the House Rules Committee.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://rouzer.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rouzer-statement-passage-fy2017-ndaa-0 Rouzer statement on passage of FY2017 NDAA 2016-12-02 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC David Rouzer R000603 rouzer.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. – Congressman David Rouzer released the following statement upon the passage of the Conference Report for Fiscal Year 2017 National Defense Authorization Act, an authorization bill considered by Congress every year to set funding levels for the military to continue its operations and remain a global leader: “The NDAA conference report passed today ensures our military and service members have the necessary resources to provide for our defense, increase our influence around the world and combat the most immediate threats to our homeland.  The final version of the NDAA provides our troops with a much-needed pay raise, boosts troop numbers and increases our military readiness while making reforms to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the Department of Defense.  This package is critical to military installations in North Carolina and our national defense, and I look forward to the president signing it into law.” The NDAA 2017 Conference Report is the result of months of negotiations between the United States Senate and House of Representatives.  ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.burr.senate.gov/press/releases/charlotte-weather-radar-study-passes-senate Charlotte Weather Radar Study Passes Senate 2016-12-02 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Richard Burr B001135 www.burr.senate.gov     legacy 12.02.16 Charlotte Weather Radar Study Passes Senate WASHINGTON – Last night, the Senate unanimously passed an amended version of The Metropolitan Weather Hazards Protection Act. The legislation, sponsored by Senator Richard Burr (R-NC), directs the National Weather Service (NWS) to study areas of the country, including the Charlotte metropolitan area, with inadequate weather radar and develop a plan to improve radar coverage. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) is a cosponsor of the final bill. “Our nation has an excellent weather radar system, but there are holes we need to fix,” said Senator Burr. “Weather radar coverage is dangerously deficient in the Charlotte area; my bill is an important step forward to addressing this public safety concern. Just this week, a tornado touched down in Mecklenburg County. Unlike the disastrous tornado event of 2012, we received a warning, but it underscores the reality that Charlotte can experience sudden weather shifts, and we need all the tools available to keep residents safe. I’m glad Senator Maria Cantwell and I could work together to pass this important legislation in the Senate, and I’m looking forward to working with Representative Robert Pittenger to pass this bill in the House.” Charlotte is currently covered by a NWS Doppler radar that is 94 miles away in Greer, SC. However, no other city of Charlotte’s size currently has a radar situated more than 58 miles away. The current location results in a majority of the metropolitan area being without radar beam coverage below 10,000 feet. Due to the circumference of the earth the further a radar is away from a given point, the higher the radar beam scans the atmosphere, leading to lower resolutions and an inability to detect the low-level dynamics of severe weather. Rowan, Cabarrus, and Davidson Counties have an even more pronounced problem with limited radar coverage because of the location of the radar. This map from Brad Panovich, Chief Meteorologist WCNC-TV, clearly shows the gap in quality radar coverage ove… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398965 Meet the congresswoman poised to tear up Obama's education legacy 2016-12-01 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy Virginia Foxx pulled herself up by her own bootstraps and wants every American child to be able to do the same.As the 73-year-old GOP lawmaker and former community college president is poised to assume the leadership of the House Education and the Workforce Committee, she plans to help deliver on that idea — or at least, erase what she regards as Barack Obama's wrongheaded approach. Foxx, who boasts she was "tea party before the tea party started," is blunt about her agenda: She says she will do everything possible to expunge most of Obama's education legacy. She is a strong supporter of school choice as the president-elect rolls out his $20 billion school choice plan emphasizing vouchers — and she expects to have an ally in Donald Trump's pick for Education secretary, Betsy DeVos. "I'm going to push to diminish the role of the federal government in everything it's in that isn't in the Constitution," Foxx said in an interview in her district. "That's education, health care. All the things that the federal government does that it should not be doing. I'm happy to diminish its role."Foxx's small-government views are rooted in the Blue Ridge Mountains in a slice of Appalachia where she grew up without power and running water and began working as a weaver at age 12 to help support her family — experiences which convinced her that it's an individual's hard work, and not federal programs, that lead to success.Foxx said she would love to dismantle the federal Education Department altogether, but acknowledges that that is unlikely in the near term."I definitely don't think the Department of Education has any business doing all the things that it's doing," she said. "But I don't think you do it overnight. I think you have to devolve it over time."   Foxx reels off a list of possible targets: The billions doled out annually under Title 1 — a Great Society program that boosts funding to schools catering to poor students. The money is now considered a possible funding source for Trump's school choice plan. Despite the … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pittenger-helps-pass-major-medical-innovation-legislation Pittenger helps pass major medical innovation legislation 2016-12-01 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER CO-SPONSORS BILL TO SPEED MEDICAL INNOVATION, PASSES HOUSE ON BIPARTISAN VOTE   WASHINGTON – Tonight, the U.S. House of Representatives passed comprehensive, bipartisan, fiscally-responsible legislation to increase funding for medical research and streamline the process of bringing new treatments to patients.  The 21st Century Cures Act, co-sponsored by Congressman Robert Pittenger, also includes crucial mental health reforms and necessary funding to combat the opioid epidemic.“This legislation will save lives.  This legislation will reduce suffering.  Long term, this legislation will save money as we find treatments for costly diseases,” said Congressman Pittenger (NC-09).  “Today marks the culmination of years of hard work to benefit the American people, and I will always remember the 21st Century Cures Act as some of the best legislation I ever co-sponsored.”The 21st Century Cures Act:   Provides the NIH $4.8 billion to research and develop cures for diseases like Alzheimer’s and cancer. Streamlines and improves the FDA’s review of life-saving drugs to get these cures into the hands of patients in a safe and expedient manner. Untangles the federal mental health bureaucracy to help patients and families in need. Spending is fully offset, creating no new burdens for hardworking taxpayers. “This bipartisan legislation will not create a new, federally-funded mandate like Social Security or Medicare,” explained Congressman Pittenger.  “Funding is authorized for 10 years as discretionary spending and is fully offset.  In fact, the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office estimates the 21st Century Cures Act will reduce the deficit by $5.9 billion over the next 10 years.”The 21st Century Cures Act passed the U.S. House of Representatives this evening by a bipartisan vote of 392-26.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-meadows-bill-will-head-to-presidents-desk-0 Rep. Meadows' Bill will Head to President's Desk 2016-12-01 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C—On Wednesday, Rep. Mark Meadows’ (R –NC) bill to extend the Government Accountability Office’s (GAO) authority to hear protests over civilian agency contracts passed the Senate. The bill passed the House in September and will now head to the President’s desk. Whenever the government issues civilian agency contracts, individual contractors are permitted to protest the government’s decision before the GAO to ensure transparency and a fair process. A contractor can protest any civilian agency award over $10 million before the GAO. However, the GAO’s authority to hear civilian award protests expired on September 30, 2016. Effects of the expiration date have already been realized, as just last month, the GAO was forced to dismiss a significant protest over a National Institute of Health contract award. Rep. Meadows’ bill would make the GAO’s authority permanent, similar to their permanent authority to hear Department of Defense task order protests. This will ensure that contractors to civilian agencies have the same rights as contractors to defense agencies. “This is a common sense policy that I am thrilled to see pass the Senate,” Rep. Meadows said. “In the federal government’s issuing of contracts, transparency and fairness are always standards we should strive toward, and we are now one step closer to updating our laws and ensuring that civilian award protests can continue. I want to thank my friend, Congressman Gerry Connolly, for his work on the bill, and I look forward to the President giving the final signature.” Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA) is an original cosponsor of the bill. “I am glad to join my colleague, Congressman Mark Meadows, in applauding the passage of this common sense reform. This legislation ensures that contractors to civilian agencies continue to have the same right as contractors to defense agencies to protest task orders and to have that protest heard by the GAO. This bill will provide a level playing field and help make sure that the taxpayers are getting the best possible val… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=434 Rep. Meadows' Bill will Head to President's Desk 2016-12-01 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy On Wednesday, Rep. Mark Meadows' (R NC) bill to extend the Government Accountability Office's (GAO) authority to hear protests over civilian agency contracts passed the Senate. The bill passed the House in September and will now head to the President's desk. Whenever the government issues civilian agency contracts, individual contractors are permitted to protest the government's decision before the GAO to ensure transparency and a fair process. A contractor can protest any civilian agency award over $10 million before the GAO. However, the GAO's authority to hear civilian award protests expired on September 30, 2016. Effects of the expiration date have already been realized, as just last month, the GAO was forced to dismiss a significant protest over a National Institute of Health contract award. Rep. Meadows' bill would make the GAO's authority permanent, similar to their permanent authority to hear Department of Defense task order protests. This will ensure that contractors to civilian agencies have the same rights as contractors to defense agencies. This is a common sense policy that I am thrilled to see pass the Senate, Rep. Meadows said. In the federal government's issuing of contracts, transparency and fairness are always standards we should strive toward, and we are now one step closer to updating our laws and ensuring that civilian award protests can continue. I want to thank my friend, Congressman Gerry Connolly, for his work on the bill, and I look forward to the President giving the final signature. Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA) is an original cosponsor of the bill. I am glad to join my colleague, Congressman Mark Meadows, in applauding the passage of this common sense reform. This legislation ensures that contractors to civilian agencies continue to have the same right as contractors to defense agencies to protest task orders and to have that protest heard by the GAO. This bill will provide a level playing field and help make sure that the taxpayers are getting the best possible value for every doll… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.burr.senate.gov/press/releases/senate-intel-chairman-burr-statement-on-iran-sanctions-act-vote Senate Intel Chairman Burr Statement on Iran Sanctions Act Vote 2016-12-01 2016 2016-12 Republican House NC Richard Burr B001135 www.burr.senate.gov     legacy 12.01.16 Senate Intel Chairman Burr Statement on Iran Sanctions Act Vote WASHINGTON –Senator Richard Burr (R-NC), Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, made the following statement on today’s Senate passage of the Iran Sanctions Act: “Today the Republican led Senate voted to reauthorize sanctions against Iran through 2026. Iran remains the number one state sponsor of terrorism, and we cannot allow this regime to grow stronger under President Obama. We must continue to hold Iran accountable for their threats against America and our allies.” Print Email Tweet Previous Article Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398421 McHenry on Passage of the 21st Century Cures Act 2016-11-30 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Patrick McHenry M001156 mchenry.house.gov     legacy Chief Deputy Whip Patrick McHenry (R, NC-10) released the following statement after the House passed the 21st Century Cures Act:“America has long been a world leader in medical innovation but for Americans suffering from a disease, medical innovation and breakthroughs are not coming fast enough. The 21st Century Cures Act changes that. Our bill includes increased funding for medical research and development, removes barriers that block greater medical innovation, and also reforms our nation’s mental health system.    “Passage of the Cures Act is a bipartisan effort, the conclusion of three years of hard work aimed at improving the lives of Americans afflicted by these horrific diseases. While there is still work to be done, today’s vote provides hope more cures are within reach.” Further information about H.R. 34 can be found here courtesy of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Additionally, you can click here to see a video detailing the three years of work that went into passing the 21st Century Cures Act. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=863 Hudson Introduces Bill to Increase Job Opportunities for Military Spouses 2016-11-30 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 hudson.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 30, 2016   Hudson Introduces Bill to Increase Job Opportunities for Military Spouses   WASHINGTON, D.C.– Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement after introducing the Realizing Opportunities for Spouses in Employment (ROSIE) Act (H.R. 6395):   “Our service members, veterans and military families make incredible sacrifices to protect and serve our country. Too often, military spouses are the unsung heroes. They already face overwhelming challenges, such as taking care of all the family responsibilities alone while their spouse is deployed. But they also face a unique challenge finding a good job—regardless of education, talent and experience—because they move so frequently. Our military spouses should be given every opportunity to find and keep good-paying jobs, and today’s common sense legislation is one solution to do just that.   “I’ve met many military spouses while traveling across North Carolina, and I respect them as some of the most talented workers with unmatched can-do attitudes, resourcefulness, and loyalty. These men and women get the job done, and the ROSIE Act will break down barriers for them to not only find jobs, but build careers.”   After touring R. Riveter, a small business in North Carolina founded by two military spouses, Rep. Hudson got to work on the ROSIE Act to encourage employers to hire more military spouses. This legislation exempts military spouses from being counted toward the number of employees required by Obamacare’s employer mandate. It gives small businesses a relief from Obamacare’s punitive mandate and offers an incentive to hire more military spouses. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, military spouses have an unemployment rate of up to 18 percent.    ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=864 Hudson Votes for Landmark Health Care Innovation 2016-11-30 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 hudson.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 30, 2016   Hudson Votes for Landmark Health Care Innovation   WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) voted for a comprehensive package of innovative health care legislation to advance the discovery, development and delivery of life-saving treatments and cures. In addition, today’s package includes landmark reforms to our mental health system and critical resources to help combat the opioid epidemic in our communities.   “Today’s bipartisan legislation will get rid of Washington’s red-tape to spur advancements in treatments and cures,” said Rep. Hudson.“By removing barriers in our mental health system, prioritizing the fight against opioid abuse, and transforming the way diseases are treated and cured, it will help people all across the country get the health care they need right when they need it. The health of our community is not a partisan issue, it’s an American issue, and I’m proud of the progress we’re making.”   As a leader on the Energy and Commerce Committee, Rep. Hudson has been working on meaningful bipartisan solutions to improve the delivery of treatment and cures, reform our nation’s mental health care system, and combat the opioid epidemic in our communities.     The 21st Century Cures Act is an innovative approach to health care reform that will deliver better, faster and safer treatments and cures to diseases that currently lack effective therapies. This bill will help save and improve lives, streamline and modernize regulations, and keep good-paying jobs here in the United States.   In addition, the mental health reforms included in today’s package are based largely on the Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act (H.R. 2646) which passed the House in July by a vote of 422-2. This legislative effort represents the most significant reforms to the mental health system in more than a decade.   Click HERE to read a quick breakdown, or click HERE for a fact sheet.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/sen-cruz-rep-meadows-introduce-superpac-elimination-act-of-2017-to-champion Sen. Cruz, Rep. Meadows Introduce SuperPAC Elimination Act of 2017 to Champion Free Speech in Elections 2016-11-30 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Rep. Mark Meadows (R-N.C.) today introduced the SuperPAC Elimination Act of 2017, which champions free speech in the election process and effectively eliminates SuperPACs by allowing unlimited individual contributions to candidates with immediate disclosure. In anticipation of the upcoming 2017 legislative session, the bill lays the foundation for meaningful reforms that better protect the interests of Americans, and will serve as a model for how we should approach championing free speech in campaign finance. The SuperPAC Elimination Act of 2017 will also be reintroduced upon the commencement of the next legislative session. “Another election cycle has come and gone without addressing a glaring issue that remains significant: free speech and transparency in campaign finance,” Sen. Cruz said. “Our current campaign finance system is absurd. Right now, a large percentage—sometimes a majority—of campaign expenditures are made by independent third-party SuperPACs that are prohibited from communicating with candidates. That makes no sense. Candidates should define their own messages, and citizens should be free to support whatever candidates they choose to support. Restrictions to political contributions are always presented under the guise of preventing corruption and holding politicians accountable, when in fact they accomplish exactly the opposite: protecting incumbent politicians. This bill will put Americans on a level playing field with the media and politicians when it comes to influencing elections and exercising our First Amendment rights. Establishing unlimited contributions paired with immediate disclosure is the best way to promote transparency, eliminate the viability of SuperPACs going forward, and ensure that free speech is protected in the electoral process. I’m proud to work alongside Rep. Meadows to shed light on the political arena and advance this important legislation.” “I am pleased to join my friend Sen. Cruz in a fight that I believe is critica… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-meadows-statement-on-bid-for-hfc-chair Rep. Meadows' Statement on Bid for House Freedom Caucus Chair 2016-11-30 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. – Rep. Mark Meadows (R-NC) released the following statement after announcing his intention to run for Chairman of the House Freedom Caucus: “The coming year will be a critical period for the Freedom Caucus, and I am humbled at the opportunity to speak with our members and hopefully earn their support for chairman. From day one since our founding almost two years ago, the mission of the Freedom Caucus has been to give a voice to the countless Americans who feel that Washington does not represent them. Our members are committed to developing and advancing a policy driven agenda that supports accountable and limited government, Constitutional rule of law, and principles that foster the liberty, safety, and prosperity of Americans. I look forward to hopefully earning the support of my colleagues and to building on the great work of my good friend, Jim Jordan, as we continue working to return our government to its rightful owner: the American people.” ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=433 Rep. Meadows' Statement on Bid for House Freedom Caucus Chair 2016-11-30 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Rep. Meadows' Statement on Bid for House Freedom Caucus Chair f t # e Washington, DC, November 30, 2016 Rep. Mark Meadows (R-NC) released the following statement after announcing his intention to run for Chairman of the House Freedom Caucus: The coming year will be a critical period for the Freedom Caucus, and I am humbled at the opportunity to speak with our members and hopefully earn their support for chairman. From day one since our founding almost two years ago, the mission of the Freedom Caucus has been to give a voice to the countless Americans who feel that Washington does not represent them. Our members are committed to developing and advancing a policy driven agenda that supports accountable and limited government, Constitutional rule of law, and principles that foster the liberty, safety, and prosperity of Americans. I look forward to hopefully earning the support of my colleagues and to building on the great work of my good friend, Jim Jordan, as we continue working to return our government to its rightful owner: the American people. ### f t # e 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/walker-praises-nomination-rep-tom-price-serve-hhs-secretary Walker Praises the Nomination of Rep. Tom Price to Serve as HHS Secretary 2016-11-29 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Mark Walker W000819 walker.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mark Walker (NC-06) today released the following statement after the announcement that President-elect Trump will nominate U.S. Representative Tom Price (GA-06) to serve at Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS): "Congratulations to my great friend and former Chairman of the Republican Study Committee, Congressman Tom Price. As an orthopedic surgeon and leader in crafting conservative healthcare solutions, he will be an exceptional HHS Secretary. "Three years ago, I visited Washington for the first time in over a decade, months away from the 2014 primary election and facing long odds. Only one individual was gracious enough to find time to meet with me – Dr. Tom Price. "His kindness and desire for conservative change will serve him well as Secretary and I look forward to working with him as we aim to repeal Obamacare, create a patient-first healthcare environment, and deliver on the promises we have made to the people we represent." 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.burr.senate.gov/press/releases/senator-burr-statement-on-death-of-dictator-fidel-castro Senator Burr Statement on Death of Dictator Fidel Castro 2016-11-26 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Richard Burr B001135 www.burr.senate.gov     legacy 11.26.16 Senator Burr Statement on Death of Dictator Fidel Castro WASHINGTON — Today, Senator Richard Burr (R-NC), Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, released the following statement on the death of Fidel Castro: “Fidel Castro was a despot whose main legacy is the oppression of his people. The communist government he reigned over deprived the citizens of Cuba many basic rights. In order to flee his murderous regime, many Cubans chose to risk their lives so that they might live freely in the United States. My hope is that with the death of Castro, Cubans will no longer live in fear of speaking freely or living as they wish. Instead of mourning the death of Castro, let us instead remember those whose lives were cut short as a result of his dictatorship.” Print Email Tweet Previous Article Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=862 Hudson Statement on DOL Overtime Rule Injunction 2016-11-23 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 hudson.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 22, 2016   Hudson Statement on DOL Overtime Rule Injunction    WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement after a federal judge in Texas blocked the Obama administration's harmful overtime rule scheduled to take effect on December 1:   "Like many hardworking Americans, I'm pleased to see the administration's harmful overtime rule blocked. This one-size-fits-all rule would force many workers to shift from salaried to hourly, reduce employees' wages and hours, and raise prices on consumers. I'll continue to work with my colleagues to put an end to this rule once and for all."    In September, Rep. Hudson voted for the Regulatory Relief for Small Businesses, Schools, and Nonprofits Act (H.R. 6094) to delay the DOL rule for six months.    ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398418 McHenry Visits East Lincoln Speedway to Talk RPM Act 2016-11-22 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Patrick McHenry M001156 mchenry.house.gov     legacy Last month, Congressman Patrick McHenry (R, NC-10) visited the East Lincoln Speedway in Stanley to talk about his bill to combat EPA overreach into auto racing, the Recognizing the Protection of Motorsports (RPM) Act of 2016. During his visit, Congressman McHenry had the opportunity to drive a late model race car on East Lincoln’s dirt track. After completing a few laps, Congressman McHenry spoke with SPEED SPORT about the RPM Act, its progress in the House, and his experience on track. Click here or on the image below to watch McHenry's interview.  H.R. 4715, the Recognizing the Protection of Motorsports Act of 2016 or “RPM Act” was introduced by McHenry in March as a response to attempts by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to regulate modified motor vehicles used for racing. At the time, the EPA had proposed a rule under the Clean Air Act that would have made it illegal for automotive enthusiasts to use modified street vehicles—like the late model car McHenry drove today—as race cars even though Congress never intended for race cars to be subject to the Clean Air Act. In response to the introduction of the RPM Act, the EPA on April 15th withdrew its proposed regulation. Despite the EPA decision to withdraw the proposed rule, McHenry continues to advocate for Congressional action on the RPM Act to ensure this misguided regulation is stopped for good. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pittenger-hosts-major-terrorism-financing-forum Pittenger hosts major terrorism financing forum 2016-11-22 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER HOSTS MAJOR COUNTER TERRORISM FINANCING FORUM IN LATIN AMERICA CHARLOTTE – Congressman Robert Pittenger returned from Latin America this morning after hosting a major international forum for Members of Parliament and other government officials regarding joint efforts to prevent terrorism financing activity in South America.“Yesterday in Buenos Aires, we assembled ten South American countries, including 100 members of Parliament, to meet with more than 20 Treasury Department officials and private sector experts to discuss anti-money laundering operations and combatting terrorism financing,” said Congressman Pittenger (NC-09). “This meeting, co-hosted with Mariano Federici, President of the Argentina Financial Intelligence Unit, was a milestone in our efforts to collaborate with South American governments and work toward our common goals of defeating Islamic jihad.”Click here for more pictures of Congressman Pittenger offering opening remarks alongside Argentine officials.Participants in the forum included representatives from Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, and Venezuela, along with experts from the U.S. Treasury Department, international anti-money laundering agencies, and relevant private-sector technology and global financial firms.Congressman Pittenger serves as Chairman of the Congressional Task Force on Terrorism and Unconventional Warfare, and Vice Chairman of the Financial Services Committee Task Force to Investigate Terrorism Financing.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/media-center/in-the-news/fires-and-flooding-recovery-keep-fema-active-across-north-carolina Fires and flooding recovery keep FEMA active across North Carolina 2016-11-22 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Fires and flooding recovery keep FEMA active across North Carolina BY ANNA DOUGLAS adouglas@mcclatchydc.com WASHINGTON  Western North Carolina counties are continuously filing for federal emergency assistance as officials deploy more resources to fight wildfires, and disaster relief is still available for those affected by October flooding during Hurricane Matthew. The Federal Emergency Management Agency is active in more than half of North Carolina’s 100 counties, either providing individual assistance to past flooding victims or emergency funds for communities battling mountain blazes for more than two weeks. FEMA has also issued fire management assistance declarations for areas of South Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky and Georgia. The offices of federal elected officials from North Carolina say they’re constantly monitoring FEMA’s response to ensure residents and local officials get the help they need. In one case, a Western North Carolina congressman and his staff ventured to a fire incident command center late one night near the Party Rock fire affecting three mountain counties to help officials there go over FEMA paperwork. The application for emergency funding help was approved. FEMA recently awarded emergency aid grants for several counties in the western part of the state where fire personnel are working to control wildfires under gusty, dry conditions. Two more counties – Swain and Graham – applied Monday for federal assistance to recoup costs associated with multiple fires. The federal grants will cover up to 75 percent of fire suppression costs. The potential millions of dollars in federal assistance funds for the fires come as FEMA has already approved more than $152 million in flood-related insurance payments, grants and loans for people living in central and eastern North Carolina. U.S. Sens. Richard Burr and Thom Tillis’ Washington and district offices are engaged with FEMA and state agencies working both disasters. For residents affected by Hurricane Matthew, the senators worked to extend some inco… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-continues-fight-against-obama%E2%80%99s-regulatory-overreach JONES CONTINUES FIGHT AGAINST OBAMAS REGULATORY OVERREACH 2016-11-21 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC – This month, Congressmen Walter B. Jones (NC-03), along with 87 other Republican Senators and Members of Congress, filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth District calling for the Obama administration’s destructive Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule to be struck down. This rule, proposed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Army Corp of Engineers (USACE), would dramatically expand the federal government’s regulatory authority over ditches, ponds and other small non-federal bodies of water on private property. In addition, last week Jones joined many of his congressional colleagues in sending a letter to House leadership to insist that no taxpayer funding for WOTUS implementation be included in any fiscal year 2017 appropriations bills. “Plain and simple, this rule is bad for private land owners and farmers in Eastern North Carolina and across the nation,” Jones said. “It’s the Obama administration in a nutshell – unilateral regulatory overreach that stifles the economy and job creation.  Voters rejected that approach earlier this month.  Congress should take action accordingly.” Congressman Jones has been a long-time opponent of the administration’s WOTUS rule, and has voted for legislation to overturn it.  A copy of the amicus brief and letter to leadership are attached. For additional information, please contact Allison Tucker in Congressman Jones’ office at (202) 225-3415 or allison.tucker@mail.house.gov. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/portion-jones%E2%80%99-eastern-nc-gateway-act-approved-federal-highway-administration PORTION OF JONES 'EASTERN NC GATEWAY ACT' APPROVED BY FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION 2016-11-21 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy Contact: Allison Tucker (Jones) / (202) 225.3415 or Meaghan Lynch (Butterfield) / (202) 225.3101 WASHINGTON, DC - Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced its final approval of the state’s application to designate U.S. Highway 264 between Zebulon and Greenville, North Carolina as Future Interstate 587.  Congressmen Walter B. Jones (NC-03) and G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) applauded the approval of the North Carolina Department of Transportation’s (NCDOT) application to transform the highway into an interstate. “I introduced The Eastern North Carolina Gateway Act to underline the need for high-quality infrastructure in our region,” said Congressman Jones. “I am pleased that the NC Department of Transportation and Federal Highway Administration agree that Future Interstate 587 is a crucial investment in the future of Eastern North Carolina regional economy. This milestone would not have been possible without the support of transportation advocates throughout our state, including my colleagues Congressman G.K. Butterfield and Senators Richard Burr and Thom Tillis.” “I am thrilled that the transformation of Highway 264 into a Future Interstate will officially become a reality,” said Congressman Butterfield.  “This approval will make the Future Interstate Greenville’s first connection to a major interstate highway.  I thank Congressman Jones for his strong support in this effort to better connect eastern North Carolina with neighboring regions along Interstate 95 and the Eastern Seaboard.” This announcement follows Jones and Butterfield’s letter to U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Anthony Foxx calling for the FHWA to approve NCDOT’s request to designate portions of U.S. Highway 264 as a Future Interstate.The request made by the state closely follows the Eastern North Carolina Gateway Act of 2016, which was introduced in the House of Representatives by Jones and Butterfield as H.R. 6105, and in the Senate by Senators Richard Burr and Thom Tillis as S. 3… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/media-center/enewsletters/marks-weekly-update-90 Mark's Weekly Update 2016-11-21 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Happy Thanksgiving From my family to yours – happy Thanksgiving! We are so grateful for our many blessings that we enjoy in America -- especially for our freedoms. May God continue to bless our nation, and I hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday. Elkamet Inc. Expanding in Henderson County Great news: Elkamet Inc., a plastic manufacturing company with a plant in our district, is expanding its plant in East Flat Rock, NC – adding 25 jobs and investing over $6.5 million. This is an exciting development for Western North Carolina as business continues to grow in our state! To read the official release from Governor Pat McCrory’s office, click here. Elkamet Inc. in East Flat Rock, NC (photo credit: Hendersonville Times-News) Update on the Wildfires in Western NC As many of you know, Western NC is currently experiencing an outbreak of wildfires across the district, and first responders are working around the clock to contain the damage as much as possible. Some members of my staff--including Wayne King, my Deputy Chief of Staff—have been visiting some of the affected areas and keeping in close communication with emergency management. We are prepared to offer any assistance we can. We have also reached out to FEMA officials and worked with local emergency personnel to acquire some additional assistance for the firefighters on the scene. Continue praying for the community and the first responders in the area—Western NC is facing an uphill battle, but our district will bounce back stronger than ever! Getting briefed on the fires at the Incident Command Center in Hayesville, NC Meeting with Macon County Sheriff Holland and deputies of the Macon County Sheriff's Office regarding the evacuation plans and procedures On the scene of the fires in Clay County with an emergency management team, reviewing the response procedures Volunteering with the Baptist Men and Women on Mission Some members of Team Meadows were able to volunteer this week with the Baptist Men and Wo… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398960 Inaccurate Pell Grant Payments Topped $2.2 Billion in Fiscal 2016 2016-11-18 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy The U.S. Department of Education overpaid Pell grant recipients by $2.03 billion in fiscal 2016 and made another $188 million in underpayments, according to an agency finance report released this week.The error rate for the student-aid program was 7.85% for the year ended Sept. 30, an increase over rates published for the prior year, but officials said they used a new methodology for fiscal 2016 so the numbers aren’t comparable.Meanwhile, according to the report, the Department of Education’s direct student loan program improperly disbursed more than $3.86 billion, or an error rate of nearly 4%.Education Department spokeswoman Kelly Leon said that the measure of improper payments historically has been “volatile and imprecise,” and to improve accuracy the agency modified the way it calculates the rate in fiscal 2016 to include annual program reviews, which may pick up more incidences of improper payments.Ms. Leon said that as a result of the new methodology, fiscal 2015 and 2016 error rates can’t be compared directly. Indeed, the department has two different error rates for fiscal 2015—1.88% or 1.52% for Pell, and 1.3% or 2.63% for the direct loan program.The Education Department recoups a tiny share of the overpayments. According to the report, it identified $118.7 million of the improper payments and recovered $20.4 million outside of “payment recapture audits,” which the department says aren't cost-effective.“It appears the people at the Department of Education need a refresher course in math,” said Rep. Virginia Foxx (R, N.C.), a member of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce and chair of its higher education subcommittee. “The department’s billions of dollars in improper Pell grant and student loan payments are outrageous and unacceptable. It’s clear that Congress must strengthen its oversight of the department and increase accountability for how hardworking taxpayer dollars are spent.”The Education Department report blamed “administrative or process errors” by colleges, student loan servicers o… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-joins-%E2%80%98fight-cape-lookout%E2%80%99-against-park-service-directive JONES JOINS FIGHT FOR CAPE LOOKOUT AGAINST PARK SERVICE DIRECTIVE 2016-11-18 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressmen Walter B. Jones (NC-03) joined local citizens’ group ‘Fight For Cape Lookout’ in pushing back on the National Park Service’s draft Director’s Order #100, a proposal that could have far-reaching implications for park management in Eastern North Carolina and across the country.  In a letter sent to Park Service Director Jonathan Jarvis, Jones requested a 60-day extension of the public comment period on the proposed draft; consideration of Fight for Cape Lookout’s comments on the draft; and ultimately, a recension of the Director’s Order #100.  The Park Service’s original 30-day comment period on the order is scheduled to close today.   Text of Congressman Jones’ letter to Director Jarvis follows below:           “I am writing to request a 60-day extension of the public comment period on the draft Director’s Order #100.  As you know, this proposed directive has far-reaching implications for park management.  As such, it is inappropriate for the Park Service to provide the taxpaying public, who stand to be most affected by these changes, with only 30 days to review and comment.  That is particularly true when that 30 days coincided with the height of the electoral season, where the public’s attention was rightly focused on the choices they faced in the voting booth at the national, state and local level.                 I also write in strong support of the comments filed by Todd Roessler on behalf of Fight for Cape Lookout – a coalition of small business owners, fishermen and citizens concerned about public access at Cape Lookout National Seashore.  I have attached a copy of those comments for your review.  Mr. Roessler spells out how the draft directive is inconsistent with the laws passed by Congress that govern park management, as well as the Park Service’s own policies.  Furthermore, the directive is likely to be used to impose significant restrictions on taxpaying Americans’ access to the national parks they pay for and enjoy.  That is unacceptable, particularly when done by … 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-votes-extend-sanctions-iran JONES VOTES TO EXTEND SANCTIONS ON IRAN 2016-11-18 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC – This week, Congressmen Walter B. Jones (NC-03) voted for H.R. 6297, the Iran Sanctions Extensions Act.  The bill, introduced by Congressman Edward Royce (CA-39), would extend existing economic U.S. sanctions on Iran for another 10 years.  Those sanctions are set to expire at the end of this year.  Also this week, Congressman Jones voted for H.R. 5711, a bill that would prohibit the U.S. government from subsidizing the sale of commercial aircraft to Iran.  H.R. 6297 passed by a vote of 419 to 1, and H.R. 5711 passed by a vote of 243 to 174.  Both bills now move to the Senate for further consideration. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398414 McHenry Assists First Responders Fighting Party Rock Wildfire 2016-11-18 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Patrick McHenry M001156 mchenry.house.gov     legacy Congressman Patrick McHenry (R, NC-10) is continuing to work with local businesses and government officials to provide support to those affected by the more than 20 active wildfires burning in western North Carolina, including the Party Rock fire near Lake Lure. "My prayers are with the firefighters working around the clock to bring these fires under control," said Congressman McHenry. "They face a difficult job in challenging conditions and we are so thankful for their hard work. "In the coming days and weeks, I will continue to work with local leaders on the ground to ensure they have the resources they need to bring these fires under control," McHenry continued. "I'd like to thank everyone here in western North Carolina who has pitched in and would encourage everyone to help out if they are able."  Over the last week, Congressman McHenry’s staff made calls to help hasten FEMA’s Fire Management Assistance Grant Declaration, which was formally granted on November 11. Last week, a member of the Congressman’s staff was in attendance at Governor McCrory’s incident command briefing on the wildfires. Additionally, he has remained in close contact with Lake Lure Mayor Bob Keith and Rutherford County Commission Chairman Bryan King to ensure that support is provided to the people of Western North Carolina impacted by these fires. In addition to those efforts, McHenry has been working closely with food and beverage distributors throughout the Tenth District to provide supplies to those who have been displaced or otherwise impacted by the fires. Among those contributing are Choice USA Beverage in Gastonia, NC who provided a truckload of water and snacks and Merchants Distributors (MDI)/Alex Lee, Inc. in Hickory, NC which is working with the Red Cross to provide food and other supplies.Then yesterday, McHenry's District Director Brett Keeter delivered a car load of water and other supplies to Mayor Keith in Lake Lure.  As the fires continue, additional supplies and assistance are greatly appreciated. To find out wha… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pittenger-to-host-major-forum-on-latin-america-terrorist-activity Pittenger to host major forum on Latin America terrorist activity 2016-11-18 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER TO HOST MAJOR FORUM ON TERRORISM FINANCING IN LATIN AMERICA   CHARLOTTE – Congressman Robert Pittenger travels to Latin America this weekend to host a major international forum for Members of Parliament and other government officials regarding joint efforts to prevent terrorism financing activity in South America.“Radical Islamic terrorists are increasingly partnering with Latin American drug lords to generate revenue for terrorist activity,” said Congressman Pittenger (NC-09).  “The nexus between drug lords and Islamic terrorists is a major threat, especially considering our porous southern border.  Working together with partners from ten South American nations, we will discuss collaborative efforts and the tools and technology necessary to defeat this diabolical evil within our hemisphere.”Congressman Pittenger will be joined by representatives from Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, and Venezuela, along with experts from the U.S. Treasury Department, international anti-money laundering agencies, and relevant private-sector technology and global financial firms.Congressman Pittenger serves as Chairman of the Congressional Task Force on Terrorism and Unconventional Warfare, and Vice Chairman of the Financial Services Committee Task Force to Investigate Terrorism Financing.   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.burr.senate.gov/press/releases/senate-intel-chairman-burr-statement-on-nomination-of-pompeo-to-cia Senate Intel Chairman Burr Statement on Nomination of Pompeo to CIA 2016-11-18 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Richard Burr B001135 www.burr.senate.gov     legacy 11.18.16 Senate Intel Chairman Burr Statement on Nomination of Pompeo to CIA WASHINGTON –Senator Richard Burr (R-NC), Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, made the following statement on the proposed appointment of Congressman Mike Pompeo (R-KS) to the Central Intelligence Agency: “Congressman Pompeo is well equipped to handle the demands of CIA Director. I respect him as a colleague, and he is more than capable of handling this challenging role. I look forward to working with him to ensure that the CIA is well positioned to reinforce our national security in the coming years.” Print Email Tweet Previous Article Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398962 Foxx on Higher Ed 2016-11-17 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy After serving multiple terms as chairwoman of the U.S. House of Representatives’ Education and the Workforce subcommittee on higher education, Representative Virginia Foxx is poised to assume leadership of the full committee in the next Congress. And the longtime critic of the Obama administration’s higher education policies says she and other Republicans are ready to reverse course on many of those policies.Foxx said she has spoken with New York Representative Chris Collins, a Republican who is the congressional liaison for President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team. But Foxx otherwise has not yet communicated with the incoming administration or shared her preferences for an education secretary.However, she holds a similar philosophy to Trump and his advisers, most notably on regulations issued by the Obama administration’s Education Department that target the for-profit college industry. Foxx said in an interview with Inside Higher Ed this week that Republicans will do everything they can to roll back those rules. The department wrote its regulations on gainful employment and borrower defense in response to what high-ranking administration officials and consumer advocates saw as fraud and abuse within an industry that experienced a boom after the Great Recession.In the last two years, for-profit mega-chains Corinthian Colleges and ITT Technical Institute both closed their doors -- events the industry blamed on Obama administration regulations.This fall the department finalized borrower-defense rules that establish a federal standard for students who were defrauded by an institution to have their student loans forgiven. And the department recently released new standards for teacher preparation programs that would provide greater accountability for colleges that produce K-12 instructors. Republican members of Congress are exploring the use of the Congressional Review Act, a little-used law that would allow them to abrogate recent executive branch regulations, to roll back those and a slate of other Obama admi… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-butterfield-burr-tillis-celebrate-randy-d-doub-courthouse-designation JONES, BUTTERFIELD, BURR, TILLIS CELEBRATE RANDY D. DOUB COURTHOUSE DESIGNATION 2016-11-17 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy Contact: Allison Tucker (Jones) / (202) 225.3415 or Meaghan Lynch (Butterfield) / (202) 225.3101 WASHINGTON, DC – Congressmen Walter B. Jones (NC-03) and G. K. Butterfield (NC-01), along with Senators Richard Burr and Thom Tillis recently celebrated the signing in to law of H.R. 3937, to designate the building utilized as a United States courthouse located at 150 Reade Circle in Greenville, North Carolina, as the "Randy D. Doub United States Courthouse,” in honor of the late Randy D. Doub of North Carolina’s third district, who passed away in January 2015.  Doub was a judge for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina and practiced law in private practice for over 25 years in Greenville, North Carolina.  He was a devout family man, friend to many, and a great man of faith. “Randy Doub was a good man,” Congressman Jones said. “He lived his faith by serving others, loving his family, and giving back to his community and country. One way he gave back was his work designing, creating, and overseeing the Greenville courthouse.  There is no better way to celebrate his life than renaming the building he cared so much about after him. Thank you to my colleagues and President Obama for expeditiously passing this bill so we could properly honor Randy’s life.” “Throughout his life, Judge Randy Doub made an incredible mark on eastern North Carolina,” said Congressman Butterfield.  I am pleased that the passage of this bill will rightfully add to his legacy.  There is no more fitting way to honor the contributions of Judge Doub than to name the U.S. Courthouse in Greenville, where he served with such distinction, in his honor.  I thank my colleague Congressman Walter Jones for joining me in this effort to honor an outstanding North Carolinian and a great American.” “Judge Randy Doub’s legacy will live on through the naming of this courthouse and the memories of those who knew and loved him,” said Senator Burr. “Judge Doub was a man of faith and a friend to many in the Greenville community.… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://jones.house.gov/press-release/jones-pushes-park-service-buxton-frisco-flooding JONES PUSHES PARK SERVICE ON BUXTON, FRISCO FLOODING 2016-11-17 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Walter Jones J000255 jones.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, DC – Congressmen Walter B. Jones (NC-03) is calling on the National Park Service to find long-term solutions to the flooding that has affected Buxton and Frisco in recent years.  The Park Service is currently  in a period of public scoping to get the public’s feedback on potential solutions to address the issue.  The Park Service is accepting comments through November 20th.  In a letter sent to Cape Hatteras National Seashore Superintendent Dave Hallac on Wednesday, Congressman Jones said: “Over the past several years, visitors’ access to popular parts of the seashore has been impaired by flooding on many occasions. I know you have done your best to use the tools at your immediate disposal to provide temporary relief, and I am grateful for your help.  However, we all acknowledge that long-term solutions are needed. Anything that can be done in that regard would be greatly appreciated. ” The full letter is attached. For additional information, please contact Allison Tucker in Congressman Jones’ office at (202) 225-3415 or allison.tucker@mail.house.gov. ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pittenger-block-aircraft-sales-to-terrorism-sponsors Pittenger: Block aircraft sales to terrorism sponsors 2016-11-17 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER: ‘BEYOND ME’ HOW OBAMA OKAY WITH PROVIDING NEW AIRPLANES FOR TERRORISTS   WASHINGTON – A little-known provision of President Obama’s nuclear deal with Iran allows the export of commercial aircraft to Iran.  The sale of 97 airplanes was authorized in September.Yet in 2011, the Treasury Department sanctioned Iran Air for transporting fighters and war material for Iran’s Revolutionary Guards.  Iran’s Mahan Air has also been sanctioned for ferrying fighters and weapons to the devastating conflict in Syria.On Wednesday, Congressman Robert Pittenger urged his colleagues to support H.R. 5711, which prohibits the Secretary of the Treasury from authorizing these transactions.“As the primary sponsor of terrorism throughout the world, it is imperative that we hold Iran accountable and do all we can to limit their abilities to promote this type of action and behavior,” said Congressman Pittenger (NC-09) during formal House debate.  “This bill confronts the same airline that has been sanctioned by the Treasury Department for transporting fighters and weapons on behalf of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard.  It is beyond me how the Administration can be okay with allowing Iran access to airplanes which would only further their support of terrorism.”Click here for full video of Congressman Pittenger’s speech in opposition to providing terror-sponsor Iran with new aircraft.Today, the U.S. House of Representatives agreed with Congressman Pittenger, voting 243-174 to pass H.R. 5711 in bipartisan fashion and prohibit the Secretary of the Treasury from authorizing these transactions.Congressman Pittenger serves as Chairman of the Congressional Task Force on Terrorism and Unconventional Warfare and Vice Chairman of the Financial Services Committee Task Force to Investigate Terrorism Financing.  Next week, Congressman Pittenger will host a major international forum focused on intercepting terrorism finance activity in Latin America, and will host a major Parliamentary forum on terrorism financin… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/walker-elected-chair-republican-study-committee Walker Elected Chair of the Republican Study Committee 2016-11-17 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Mark Walker W000819 walker.house.gov     legacy WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mark Walker (NC-06) today was elected by his colleagues to serve as Chairman of the Republican Study Committee (RSC) for the 115th Congress. He released the following statement regarding his re-election: "There has never been a better time for a bold conservative vision for America. Looking at the election results, it is clear the American people want to reclaim constitutional principles and reinvigorate our economy. It is unacceptable for us not to deliver on the faith the voters have invested in us. I am honored by the confidence of my colleagues and will work to lead the Republican Study Committee towards effective conservatism – in a manner reflective of its distinguished legacy.” The Republican Study Committee has served as the conservative caucus of House Republicans and a leading influencer on the Right since its original founding in 1973. It exists to bring like-minded House members together to promote a strong, principled legislative agenda that will limit government, strengthen our national defense, boost America’s economy, preserve traditional values and balance our budget. You can learn more about RSC here. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.burr.senate.gov/press/releases/senate-intel-chairman-burr-statement-on-retirement-announcement-of-dni-clapper- Senate Intel Chairman Burr Statement on Retirement Announcement of DNI Clapper 2016-11-17 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Richard Burr B001135 www.burr.senate.gov     legacy 11.17.16 Senate Intel Chairman Burr Statement on Retirement Announcement of DNI Clapper WASHINGTON –Senator Richard Burr (R-NC), Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, made the following statement on today’s retirement announcement of Director of National Intelligence, Jim Clapper: “Director Clapper has served our country honorably and with distinction in every capacity requested of him, and I thank him for his service to our nation.  Jim’s depth of experience gave him the unique ability to fully understand the range of challenges to our national security.  Amidst evolving challenges from our adversaries, Jim has continued to reinforce our intelligence relationships with our allies and successfully managed the intelligence community enterprise.  Those of us who know Jim know he has been looking forward to his retirement for some time, and we wish him all the best.” Print Email Tweet Previous Article Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398961 Rotary salutes Veterans 2016-11-16 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Virginia Foxx F000450 foxx.house.gov     legacy Following a pair of ceremonies held at Avery County High School and the Avery Senior Center on Nov. 4, Avery County veterans were honored once more on Nov. 11, as approximately 120 people filled the Chapman Center of the Williams YMCA for the Avery County Rotary Club’s 2nd Annual Veteran’s Day Celebration.As veterans and their family members arrived, each found a place at one of the many tables decorated with American flags and tea lights. Sitting on the table in front of each seat, an American flag pin donated by Lees-McRae College awaited each guest as a special “thank you” from the school.With everyone settled into their seats, Rotarian Larry Hazen, who served as the organizer of the event, greeted the assembled vets and offered them thanks for their service to our nation.Hazen’s speech was followed by a speech from Avery County Rotary Club President DeLee Scott on the important work Rotary is doing in our community and around the world. From local action, such as volunteering at Healthy Halloween and adopting a highway, to international efforts to eradicate Polio and Alzheimer’s, Scott shared information on the various ways Rotary works to serve humanity. A veteran himself, Scott drew parallels between the attitude of service and the sense of camaraderie shared by veterans and Rotarians.As Scott concluded, his speech gave way to a presentation of colors by the Avery County High School JROTC, a rendition of the national anthem and the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance by Avery County Coroner John Millan.Following a prayer from Avery County Schools Superintendent David Burleson, vets lined up for a meal served by Carolina BBQ, followed by desserts provided by Medi-Home Hospice. As those assembled ate heartily, Hazen returned to the podium to introduce the event’s keynote speaker, Retired Army Major General John A. Yingling.Yingling, whose family has a long history of military service, began as an Army JROTC cadet at Wake Forest University before serving 35 years in the U.S. Army. The retired general’s spee… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=398412 McHenry's Hickory Office to Host Naval Midshipman 2016-11-16 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Patrick McHenry M001156 mchenry.house.gov     legacy Congressman Patrick McHenry (R, NC-10) announced today that his Hickory office will be hosting, Jake Simpson, a current United States Naval Academy Midshipman from North Carolina on Tuesday, November 22nd. MIDN Simpson will be on hand at  Congressman McHenry's Hickory office from 3 PM to 4:30 PM to answer questions about the Naval Academy and the service academy experience from Tenth District students interested in attending the academies. MIDN Simpson will be able to give prospective students a look at life at the Naval Academy and  the other academies. This is an informal meeting and is not mandatory for any students wishing to receive a nomination from Congressman McHenry. It is rather a chance for prospective academy candidates to ask questions of someone who was in their shoes recently.Congressman McHenry's Hickory office is located at the North Carolina Center for Engineering Technology located at 1990 Main Avenue, SE. Students interested in attending can RSVP by clicking here or contacting Nancy Meek at 828-327-6100. 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=861 Hudson Announces Limited Number of Tickets Available for Presidential Inauguration 2016-11-16 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Richard Hudson H001067 hudson.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 16, 2016   Hudson Announces Limited Number of Tickets Available for Presidential Inauguration   WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement announcing that his office will distribute a limited number of free tickets for the 58th Presidential Inauguration:   “I’m excited to announce that my office will be given a limited number of free tickets to distribute for the presidential inauguration on January 20, 2017. I encourage those who are interested in participating in this incredible American tradition to visit my website at Hudson.House.Gov and submit a request. We will make every effort to distribute the tickets made available on a ‘first-come, first-served’ basis.”   On Friday, January 20, 2017, President-elect Donald Trump will take the Oath of Office and deliver the Inaugural Address at the United States Capitol in Washington, D.C. Rep. Hudson’s office will receive a limited number of free tickets that grant access to view this historic event on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. The tickets are standing-room only and will be outdoors. Those interested in tickets should submit a formal request at https://hudson.house.gov/inauguration-requests. The deadline to submit ticket requests is Tuesday, December 6, 2016.   Because of the limited number of tickets available, Rep. Hudson’s office cannot guarantee that all requests will be fulfilled. Rep. Hudson’s office will make every effort to distribute the tickets made available to constituents on a "first-come, first-served" basis. We will begin notifying people who receive the tickets on December 7, 2016. Tickets will need to be picked up in Rep. Hudson’s Washington, D.C., office on January 19, 2017.   Tickets are not necessary to view the inauguration ceremony; the tickets simply allow access to specific sections of the Capitol Grounds. There will be large sections of the National Mall accessible to the general public; typical… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://www.burr.senate.gov/press/releases/senate-intel-chairman-burr-congratulates-vice-chairman-feinstein-on-new-post-welcomes-warner-as-top-democrat-on-intel Senate Intel Chairman Burr Congratulates Vice Chairman Feinstein on New Post, Welcomes Warner as Top Democrat on Intel 2016-11-16 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Richard Burr B001135 www.burr.senate.gov     legacy 11.16.16 Senate Intel Chairman Burr Congratulates Vice Chairman Feinstein on New Post, Welcomes Warner as Top Democrat on Intel WASHINGTON –Senator Richard Burr (R-NC), Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, made the following statement on Senator Dianne Feinstein’s (D-CA) new post as Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee: “I congratulate my colleague Senator Feinstein on her new post as the senior Democrat on the Senate Judiciary Committee. I have enjoyed engaging with her as a valued partner to conduct necessary oversight of the intelligence community over the last two years, and I look forward to working with her in her new role.  I also welcome Senator Mark Warner (D-VA) as the new Vice Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence.  I know we will continue our collective efforts to both oversee the intelligence community and ensure that we do all we can to reinforce our national security at home and abroad.” Print Email Tweet Previous Article Next Article 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
http://pittenger.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/pittenger-remembers-cliff-barrows Pittenger remembers Cliff Barrows 2016-11-15 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Robert Pittenger P000606 pittenger.house.gov     legacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONGRESSMAN PITTENGER MOURNS PASSING OF CLIFF BARROWS   WASHINGTON – Congressman Robert Pittenger had this statement after learning of the passing of Cliff Barrows, who led music at Billy Graham Crusades for nearly 70 years. “Cliff Barrows is now singing praises in heaven!  Cliff’s warm demeanor was always an important part of communicating God’s love through television, one-on-one, and in massive stadiums.  No doubt he will meet tens of thousands of believers in heaven who came forward as he led the crusade choir in ‘Just As I Am.’ “Cliff Barrows first led music for Billy Graham in Asheville in 1945, and the first time Billy Graham, Cliff Barrows, and George Beverly Shea appeared together was at the Charlotte crusade in 1947, so those of us in North Carolina have long and special memories of the team.”   ### 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z
https://meadows.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-meadows-introduces-the-allow-act Rep. Meadows Introduces the ALLOW Act 2016-11-15 2016 2016-11 Republican House NC Mark Meadows M001187 meadows.house.gov     legacy Washington, D.C. – On Monday, Rep. Mark Meadows (R-NC) introduced the Alternatives to Licensing that Lower Obstacles to Work (ALLOW) Act—a bill that will make targeted changes to federal licensure policy by reducing unnecessary licensing requirements. Some of the most significant burdens on innovation in the job market are heavy licensing barriers placed on small business owners, entrepreneurs, and young Americans entering the workforce. Since 1950, the number of Americans working in jobs that require a license has increased by 500%, with government officials often citing health and safety concerns as the reason for the increased requirements. Acquiring a license can be a both lengthy and costly process, while studies show that most of the health and safety concerns can be address through much less burdensome means, such as certification, registration, and others. The ALLOW Act will limit the creation of occupational license requirements on federal installments, including areas on army bases and those in the District of Columbia, to those circumstances where licensure is the least restrictive means of protecting public health, safety, or welfare. “Anytime we look at regulations like licensing requirements, we should have a goal to be as efficient as possible while avoiding unnecessary restrictions on hard-working Americans,” Rep. Meadows said. “And I think when we look at licensing regulations, it’s very clear that many of the rules and requirements go beyond protecting health and safety standards and instead serve as a barrier to jobs for otherwise qualified people. My hope is that this bill can refocus our licensing requirements on only the most pertinent situations.” Rep. Dave Brat (R-VA) is an original cosponsor of the bill. “Too many hardworking Americans are barred from work due to unnecessary and duplicative rules and regulations,” said Rep. Brat. “I co-sponsored this legislation because it cuts through some of that red tape and will help small business owners, entrepreneurs, and young people to secure job… 1 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z

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