url,title,date,year,month,party,chamber,state,member_name,bioguide_id,domain,scraper,source,date_source,text,has_text,collected_at,updated_at
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=400056,Foxx Introduces Spending Safeguards Act,2021-12-16,2021,2021-12,Republican,House,NC,Virginia Foxx,F000450,foxx.house.gov,foxx,https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) issued the following statement after introducing her bill, the Spending Safeguards Act:

“Mandatory spending programs are the overflowing sinks that have bedeviled Congress for far too long. Two-thirds of all federal spending is allocated to these programs – with opportunities to curb exceeded cost estimates being few and far between. By tightening Congress’ budgetary belt, opportunities to curb wasteful spending will come to fruition and taxpayer dollars will remain protected.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-legislation-stands-up-to-china-protects-us-medical-research-and-ip,"Hudson Legislation Stands up to China, Protects U.S. Medical Research and IP",2021-12-16,2021,2021-12,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Richard Hudson (R-NC), the House Republican leader on pandemic preparedness issues, introduced the Protect America's Biomedical Research Enterprise Act. The bipartisan legislation was introduced with Rep. David Trone (D-MD), a fellow co-chair of the Congressional Biodefense Caucus.

""Protecting American research and intellectual property from threats by countries like China has never been more important,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""This bipartisan legislation will protect our national security and biomedical advances so our nation is prepared for future pandemics and other national emergency threats.""

The bill protects America's biodefense research and development enterprise from national security risks, including those by foreign agents and countries like China. It requires the Department of Health and Human Services, in collaboration with the National Security Council, Federal Bureau of Investigation, and other relevant agencies within the Intelligence Community, to develop a framework and recommendations for assessing threats related to foreign influence on biomedical research, including the identification and development of strategies to improve the protection of intellectual property, proprietary information, and sensitive data in biomedical research and development.

""If the last two years taught us anything, it’s that we can never be too prepared to protect the health and security of the United States,"" said Rep. Trone. ""By ensuring cooperation and good faith among our highest government stakeholders, this legislation will fortify our nation’s defenses against the next threat. To me, the opportunity to do so couldn’t come soon enough.""

This legislation is part of the U.S. Innovation and Competition Act, which has already passed in the U.S. Senate and is expected to advance early next year.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-to-connect-health-and-social-services,"Hudson Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Connect  Health and Social Services, Improve Health Care",2021-12-15,2021,2021-12,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Richard Hudson (R-NC), along with Reps. Dan Kildee (MI-05), Jackie Walorski (IN-02), and Lisa Blunt Rochester (DE-At Large), has introduced the Leveraging Integrated Networks in Communities (LINC) to Address Social Needs Act. This bill will help health care and social service organizations better coordinate the care of our most vulnerable people.

""Helping health care providers and social services work together through public-private partnerships can save lives. I’m proud to introduce the LINC to Address Social Needs Act that builds on the success of North Carolina’s NCCARE360 program by connecting providers and patients with much-needed technology and resources. I look forward to working with my colleagues to advance this critical piece of bipartisan legislation,"" said Rep. Hudson.

The LINC to Address Social Needs Act would provide $150 million for grants to states to grow partnerships between health care and social service providers to improve people’s overall health care. This initial funding will direct states to enter into public-private partnerships to manage community referral networks, support participating organizations, and help connect patients with much-needed resources such as food, housing, child development, job training, and transportation support and services. The bill also directs the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to evaluate the success of the networks, along with recommendations, in a report to Congress.

The legislation follows the success of a similar program in North Carolina, NCCARE360. This one-of-a-kind network is the first in the nation that unites health care and human services organizations with shared technology to enable a coordinated, community-oriented, person-centered approach for delivering care in North Carolina. Started in 2017, the partnership with the NC Department of Health and Human Services serves all 100 counties, partners with over 2,000 organizations, and serves over 40,000 users.

""There should be no wrong door to care,"" said Congressman Kildee. ""In Flint, we’ve seen how linking health care providers with social service providers can improve access to care in our community. This legislation will support and grow these kinds of partnerships to improve the health of communities in Michigan and across the country.""

""The bipartisan LINC to Address Social Needs Act will help families to navigate social services available in each state. Connecting local social services and health care providers in our community will streamline opportunities to uplift individuals and families while responsibly stewarding resources,"" said Congresswoman Jackie Walorski. ""This public-private partnership approach will spur collaboration, optimize support in our community, and expand Hoosiers’ access to quality care and services close to home.""

""Too often, Americans lack access to affordable housing, healthy food, transportation, and other basic services that impact health, but they don’t know where to turn for help. At the same time, health care and social service providers lack the infrastructure to communicate, coordinate, and track outcomes for their patients. I am proud to be working with my colleagues on the LINC to Address Social Needs Act, which will help communities across the country efficiently coordinate service delivery through technology to increase access to critical social services and holistically improve health outcomes,"" said Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester.

Organizations including Duke Health and Aligning for Health have praised the legislation.

""We appreciate Rep. Hudson’s leadership in the House to introduce the Leveraging Integrated Networks in Communities to Address Social Needs Act to support states creating or enhancing public-private partnerships to coordinate health and social services. We are grateful for legislative efforts addressing social drivers of health to help close critical gaps that exist in the nation’s healthcare system,"" said Duke Health officials.

""As an organization dedicated to catalyzing the change that will break down the barriers between health and social service organizations, we applaud Representatives Kildee, Walorski, Blunt Rochester, and Hudson for their leadership in introducing the LINC to Address Social Needs Act,"" said Melissa Quick, co-chair of Aligning for Health. ""The bill will help to build and expand shared community resource referral networks, helping to improve coordination between the health care and social service sectors. Aligning for Health looks forward to the passage of this exciting legislation.""

As part of his leadership on improving health care, last week Rep. Hudson also had two health care-related bills pass the House of Representatives.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-gop-doc-caucus-pressure-biden-administration-fentanyl-drug-crisis,"Murphy, GOP Doc Caucus Pressure Biden Administration on Fentanyl Drug Crisis at Southern Border",2021-12-10,2021,2021-12,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) led a letter with members of the House GOP Doctors Caucus pressuring the Biden Administration to address the surge in fentanyl drug overdose deaths as a result of the crisis at the Southern Border. In the letter sent to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, the doctors conclude that the Biden Administration's failure to secure the Southern Border has exacerbated the opioid crisis and created a massive national security and public health emergency.

The members write, ""We write to you today as members of the House GOP Doctors Caucus to express our grave concern regarding the fentanyl drug crisis that has engulfed our nation as a result of the crisis at our Southern Border. Counterfeit fentanyl and fentanyl-laced poisons are flooding across our border in record numbers. It is our duty and obligation to get this crisis under control as matters of national security and public health.

They continue, ""It is clear to us as health care professionals and lawmakers that to manage the fentanyl drug crisis, our first priority must be to take control of our border."" You can read the full letter to Secretary Mayorkas here.

Fox News carried the exclusive announcement on this release.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-health-care-bills-pass-us-house,Hudson Health Care Bills Pass U.S. House,2021-12-09,2021,2021-12,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Two health care-related bills introduced by U.S. Congressman Richard Hudson (R-NC) have passed the U.S. House of Representatives.

H.R. 3743, the Supporting the Foundation for the National Institutes of Health and the Reagan-Udall Foundation for the Food and Drug Administration Act will increase the level of funding that the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) can transfer and allocate to their respective non-profit, independent foundations. This increase will allow the foundations to further support and promote public-private partnerships, as well as advance collaboration and innovation to address cutting-edge regulatory science challenges, such as the current research and development of COVID-19 tests, treatments, and vaccines.

""This legislation will allow the NIH and FDA to build on previous success and develop new vaccines and treatments faster by working with the private sector,"" said Rep. Hudson.

Rep. Hudson introduced the bipartisan H.R. 3743 in June.

Also passed by the House was H.R. 5551, the Improving the Health of Children Act, to reauthorize the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities through 2026. The Center has been receiving unauthorized appropriations since FY 2008, including receiving an unauthorized appropriation of $168 million in FY 2021.

""Families that rely on the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities should not have the can kicked down the road. By reauthorizing funds for this Center, we are giving programs that work to address birth defects, cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, child development, newborn screening, autism, and other diseases the attention and much-needed stability they deserve,"" said Rep. Hudson.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-introduces-bipartisan-bill-to-provide-free-or-reduced-cost-school-meals-to,Hudson Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Provide Free or Reduced-Cost School Meals to Eligible Military Children,2021-12-09,2021,2021-12,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Richard Hudson (R-NC) along with Mike Levin (D-CA), Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA), and Sanford Bishop (D-GA) introduced the Military Dependents School Meal Eligibility Act to ensure military families have access to school meal programs.

“Our servicemembers and their families have enough challenges to worry about and putting food on the table should not be one of them,” said Rep. Hudson. “I’m proud to sponsor this bipartisan legislation that will ensure military dependents at Fort Bragg and across our nation have access to school meals. I look forward to working with my colleagues to advance this common sense bill that offers one more measure of support for our nation’s men and women in uniform and their families.”

Nearly one in seven military families say they are experiencing food insecurity. Multiple barriers keep military families from participating in programs such as National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP). This legislation would help military families have access to food security program’s and alleviate financial stress for military families. By eliminating basic allowance for housing (BAH) from the calculation of military income when determining eligibility for school meal programs, more military families will have access to school meal programs.

This legislation would: qualify almost all children of entry-level, active duty servicemembers for lunch programs, up through ranks E-6. Enable the Department of Defense (DoD) to share family eligibility with school districts, for families to directly certify for free or reduced-price school meals. And increase the percentage of directly certified students in schools, making schools more eligible for the community eligibility provision, which offers free meals to all students.

“The men and women who risk their lives for our country should never struggle to feed their children, and it’s unacceptable that nearly one in seven military families face food insecurity,” said Rep. Levin. “Our bipartisan legislation will help address that injustice by taking a more accurate measurement of servicemembers’ income and automatically enrolling the children of eligible active duty servicemembers in school meal programs. While we must do more to improve the financial security of our men and women in uniform, this is an important step towards ensuring military parents around Camp Pendleton and across the country can focus on fulfilling their mission rather than on where their kids will find their next meal.”

“I’ve always said that joining the military is more than just a job – it’s a family commitment to our country. That's why it's so disappointing that we find ourselves in a position where food insecurity is becoming a growing concern amongst our military families. This is not a challenge military families should be faced with, and we must do something to address it immediately,"" said Rep. Rodgers. ""While this bill won't fix everything, it will take an important step towards providing critical food security to military children and promote their success in the classroom, reduce financial stress for military families, and allow active duty servicemembers at Fairchild Airforce Base and across the country to focus on serving our nation. Kids who have balanced, nutritious meals do better in school and experience better health outcomes. This is a commonsense piece of legislation, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to lead on it for our servicemembers and their families.”

“We have an obligation to our service members to ensure that their basic needs are met, which includes making sure that their families have access to the nutritious food needed to lead healthy and productive lives. When children in military families go hungry, their school success is put at risk,” said Rep. Bishop. “School meal programs have been an effective safety net for America’s school children since the end of World War 2. I am proud to join my colleagues in assuring that school children in our military families — like those from Fort Benning, Robins Airforce Base, and the Marine Corps Logistics Base in Albany — also have access to school meal programs.”

For more information, please read the fact sheet on the bill is available here and the text of the legislation is here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-secures-gains-for-troops-fort-bragg-in-national-defense-bill,"Hudson Secures Gains for Troops, Fort Bragg in National Defense Bill",2021-12-08,2021,2021-12,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"December 8, 2021

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC), Fort Bragg's Congressman and a voice for veterans, praised pay raises for troops, investments for Fort Bragg, and other provisions in the FY 22 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Rep. Hudson supported the legislation which passed the U.S. House of Representatives last night by a vote of 363-70. The bill must now be passed by the Senate before being signed into law.

""As Fort Bragg’s Congressman, supporting our troops, their families, and veterans is a top priority. This defense bill provides needed investments for Fort Bragg and military families, while excluding Democrat-led provisions like red flag laws which threatened the Second Amendment,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""I will continue working to support our troops, their families, and our rights.""

Rep. Hudson led over 160 House Republicans in efforts to remove red flag provisions from the final NDAA. Additionally, Rep. Hudson worked to ensure other critical priorities were included. Read more about those below.

Representative Hudson's Priorities Secured in the NDAA

Safeguards Against Vaccines Mandates for Servicemembers

Prohibits the DoD from dishonorably discharging servicemembers that refuse the COVD-19 vaccine. Servicemembers may only receive an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. This policy will retroactively apply to the date of the DoD COVID-19 vaccine order and be in place for at least 2 years.

Requires the DoD to establish uniform standards under which servicemembers may be exempted from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine for administrative, medical, or religious reasons. The DoD must consider the effects of natural immunity in setting medical standards, as well as whether the servicemember is approaching retirement when setting the administrative exemption standards.

Requires the DoD to establish a system to track and record all vaccines administered by the DoD and any adverse reactions to vaccines.

Red Flag Laws Removed

Blocks proposed provisions that restricted the Second Amendment rights of servicemembers.

Follows action by Rep. Hudson to remove these provisions.

Accountability for the Biden Administration's Withdrawal from Afghanistan

Prohibits the DoD from providing any financial support to the Taliban.

Prohibits the use of DoD aircraft to transfer frozen currency reserves or other assets to the Taliban.

Directs the Secretary of Defense to recover all aircraft provided by the U.S. to Afghan Security Forces relocated to other countries.

Establishes an independent commission to review the entirety of the Afghanistan War including the disastrous withdrawal and present finding and recommendations to Congress.

Requires ongoing reports to Congress on DoD expenditures in support of Afghan resettlement activities.

Investments in Troops, Military Family Readiness, Education & Healthcare

Authorizes a 2.7% pay increase for servicemembers.

Extends military recruitment and retention bonuses and special pay authorities.

Provides nearly $1.5 billion to improve servicemember family housing.

Prevents cuts to the military health program, increases funding for vaccine research, and provides $35 million for research and treatment of Havana syndrome.

Increases parental leave and expands the in-home childcare pilot program

Improves support available to military families with special needs children by requiring an independent analysis of the DoD Comprehensive Autism Care Demonstration program.

Requires the DoD to conduct a thorough and independent review of suicide prevention and response programs at various military installations.

Creates a pilot program to establish employment fellowship opportunities for military spouses and requires a study on employment of military spouses.

Follows discussions Rep. Hudson had with military spouses.

Authorizes an increase in funding of $70 million for Impact Aid — $50 million for supplemental Impact Aid and $20 million for Impact Aid for military children with severe disabilities.

Builds on expansion to Impact Aid funding, critical for communities surrounding Fort Bragg, secured by Rep. Hudson last year.

Requires a report on the Preservation of the Force and Family Program (POTFF) for Special Operations Forces (SOF).

The report will provide progress of implementation for SOF.

The report will include plans for improvement to POTFF to better address needs of the SOF community.

Builds on improvements to POTFF secured by Rep. Hudson in last year's NDAA.

Gives the Secretary of Defense authority to temporarily increase Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) rates until December 21, 2022.

Includes $517 million to address PFAS chemicals and requires the DoD to test for and study the impact of PFAS exposure in defense communities.

Military Construction for Fort Bragg

Total funding: $27.2 million

Emergency Water System - $7.7 million

MW Microgrid Utilizing Existing and New Generators - $19.5 million

Meets several priorities identified by Rep. Hudson in testimony to the Appropriations Committee in May.

Border Security

Continues funding for the deployment of National Guard to the border.

Requires an assessment of the impact of forcing the DoD to transport illegal immigrants on military readiness.

Addresses Sexual Assault Prevention

Criminalizes sexual harassment under the Uniform Code of Military Justice. All claims of sexual harassment will be required to be investigated by an independent investigator outside the chain of command.

Increases the notification for survivors of sexual assault by directing the Services to notify survivors about the outcomes of any administrative action taken against their perpetrator.

Allows the DoD Safe Helpline to take restricted and unrestricted reports for eligible sexual assault victims.

Requires the Department of Defense to track allegations of retaliation by victims of sexual assault or sexual harassment and related persons.

Builds on legislation sponsored by Rep. Hudson to combat sexual assault in the military.

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https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/fema-assistance-firefighters-grant-applications-due-december-17th,FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant Applications Due December 17th,2021-12-08,2021,2021-12,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) announced that fire departments and non-affiliated emergency service organizations have until December 17th, 2021 to apply for FEMA's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG). Since 2001, the AFG has helped firefighters and other first responders obtain critical equipment, protective gear, emergency vehicles, training, and other resources to safeguard the public and emergency personnel from fire and related hazards.

""AFG grants are essential in supporting projects that protect the health and safety of residents and first responders in Eastern North Carolina,"" said Rep. Murphy. ""It is critical that our fire and emergency services personnel have the resources they need to bolster public safety and ensure that our heroic first responders can stay safe on the job. I encourage all fire departments, state fire training academies, and emergency medical service organizations to apply for this grant to help meet their needs in serving our communities.""

The AFG application period will close at 5pm ET on December 17, 2021. For more information on the AFG grant, application guidance, rules, and upcoming workshops, visit fema.gov. To contact the AFG Program Help Desk, call toll-free at 866-274-0960 or send an email to firegrants@fema.dhs.gov Monday-Friday from 8am-4:30pm ET.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/red-flag-laws-removed-from-defense-bill-following-hudson-action,Red Flag Laws Removed from Defense Bill Following Hudson Action,2021-12-07,2021,2021-12,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Richard Hudson (R-NC) is praising the removal of anti-Second Amendment red flag laws from the final FY 22 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Along with Rep. Stephanie Bice (R-OK), Rep. Hudson led 160 House Republicans in urging the removal of red flag provisions from the bill.

""I have remained determined to defend our Second Amendment rights, especially for service members. That's why I led efforts to remove red flag laws from the final NDAA, which is critical for Fort Bragg and our national defense,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""I will continue to do everything possible to support our troops and defend our rights.""

Final text of the FY 22 NDAA was released today and is expected to be voted on by the House and Senate in coming days. Rep. Hudson's efforts against red flag provisions in the bill were covered by Breitbart here.

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https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-opposes-democrats-latest-partisan-shell-game,Murphy Opposes Democrats’ Latest Partisan Shell Game,2021-12-07,2021,2021-12,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released the following statement regarding House Democrats' decision to tie a bipartisan solution relieving providers from Medicare cuts to a debt limit increase.

""Up until yesterday, Congress had worked out a good-faith bipartisan compromise on a legislative proposal to shield physicians and providers from disastrous Medicare reimbursement cuts,"" said Rep. Murphy. ""However, at the 11th hour, the Majority elected to forfeit our bipartisan agreement and hold it hostage in order to clear a path for their debt limit increase, which House Republicans have clearly and consistently opposed for months. I refuse to help the Majority fuel their never-ending spending spree at the expense of the American people. To be clear, protecting patients' access to care and supporting health care providers should not be a partisan game contingent on a debt limit vote – it's a serious issue that deserves our full attention. Pending physician reimbursement cuts should not be used as a partisan weapon for the Majority to get what they want out of a debt limit increase. I fervently support our providers, but I cannot support tonight's gimmicky, bad-faith Democratic shell game.""

Republican solution: Rep. Murphy has co-sponsored the Removing Waste and Protecting Medicare Act sponsored by Rep. Jason Smith (MO-08). This bill includes the original bipartisan ""doc fix"" and fulfills Statutory PAYGO law to support physicians and providers while protecting seniors and vulnerable populations.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-hosts-military-spouse-employment-roundtable,Hudson Hosts Military Spouse Employment Roundtable,2021-12-06,2021,2021-12,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Richard Hudson (R-NC) hosted a roundtable discussion today on how Congress can better enable military spouse remote employment and entrepreneurship. The discussion included military spouses and representatives from Instant Teams, R. Riveter, and the National Military Spouse Network. The virtual meeting comes as part of the Congressman’s continuing work and leadership to create jobs and spur innovation while providing support for our nation’s military families.

""As Fort Bragg’s Congressman, making sure service members and military families have the support they need is always a top priority. That’s why I am determined to do everything possible to connect military spouses with job opportunities,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""Companies like Instant Teams and R. Riveter in my community can serve as a model for how businesses and remote work can support military spouses in the workforce. I look forward to continuing to bring folks to the table to grow our economy and support those who sacrifice to keep us safe.""

""We are very grateful for the hard work and leadership that Rep. Hudson and his team continue to provide to empower military spouses in the realm of remote work,"" said Liza Rodewald, of Carthage North Carolina, CEO of Instant Teams. ""Whether its working to create tax incentives for hiring military spouses, cutting red tape or creating synergies between our companies and leading businesses, Rep. Hudson clearly understands the needs and priorities of the military community and is a highly effective champion for us in Congress.""

Read more about Instant Teams from the Fayetteville Observer here.

Military spouses, veteran spouses, and veterans make up over 92% of our nation’s available workforce. In today’s economy, businesses of all sizes often struggle to scale up with the right teams when the need arises. Innovations in remote work have created new pathways for employment for military spouses who have been traditionally barred from the '9 to 5' workplace due to the unique constraints and demands of military life. Some of the biggest companies in the nation are now looking to military spouses to work remotely on a flexible schedule to meet their growing needs for skilled labor—and the results are striking. However, many government-imposed hurdles and barriers regarding remote work remain in place and unless they are changed, our economy will not fully realize its benefits.

""One of the biggest obstacles before us remains antiquated federal regulations and restrictions that are meant to apply to the traditional workforce and are not attuned to the realities of military life,"" added Rodewald. ""The pandemic has forever changed the way we work— and we as a nation must change with it. We are energized about working with leaders in Congress such as Rep. Hudson to find common sense solutions to better enable military spouse remote work for the good of our economy and for military families.""

""We are grateful for Congressman Hudson’s commitment to solving the unique employment and entrepreneurship issues faced by military spouses, as well as his continued engagement with the military spouse community,"" said the National Military Spouse Network. ""Congressman Hudson truly understands what military spouses go through professionally, and that the necessary solutions are different than those required to solve veteran unemployment.""

Today's roundtable was convened to create a sounding board and platform for collaboration between key stakeholders to address current obstacles and historical challenges within the federal sector that impede the creation and growth of military spouse businesses.

""I am committed to hosting additional military spouse entrepreneurship roundtables to build on today’s discussion and continue gaining valuable feedback directly from military spouses and businesses on how we can close the employment gap,"" continued Rep. Hudson. ""Working together, we can make needed improvements to connect military families with jobs.""

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https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-to-fox-news-biden-spraying-gasoline-on-inflation-fire,Hudson to Fox News: 'Biden Spraying Gasoline on Inflation Fire',2021-12-06,2021,2021-12,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following a dismal November jobs report, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), the House Republican Conference Secretary, joined Fox News to discuss how Biden administration policies and out-of-control spending are fueling inflation and supply chain issues.

Rep. Hudson joins Fox News on Dec. 4, 2021

On the November jobs report and inflation:

""The Vice President came to Charlotte and got behind the wheel of an electric bus and sang the children's song 'the wheels on the bus go round and round.' Well I have a message for the Vice President: the wheels are coming off the bus when you look at this month's jobs report. It's the worst jobs report of the year.""

""The house is on fire and the Biden fire department shows up with a tanker full of gasoline to spray on your fire. We have inflation because of out-of-control borrowing and spending. The solution is another $4 trillion of borrowing and spending and it will only make the problem worse.

""You look at this Build Back Broke bill. Not only is it too much money, it's going to have amnesty included in it, Green New Deal policies, it's going to raise taxes on every single American, it's going to make it more expensive to heat your home this winter - It's an awful bill that we can't afford.""

On how Biden policies are impacting the economy and supply chain issues:

""The economy is struggling because of the policies of the Biden administration. Look at inflation at a 30-year high, gas at a 7-year high. What really troubles me is we're expecting utility costs heating your home this winter to be up 54%. People are really hurting and I'm worried about what's going to happen this winter. But these are all results of Biden policies that are driving up inflation because of out-of-control spending.

""You look at problems with the supply chain, they are all being caused by Biden policies. Whether it's keeping people out of the workforce, whether it's going soft on China so they have a green light to take advantage of us, the inflation coming from the Green New Deal policies that they're passing, and the impact of inflation on supply chains is you have panic buying and it puts more pressure on it. These are all caused by Biden policies.""

On achieving energy independence under Republicans and President Trump:

""Under President Trump with Republicans leading in Congress, we finally achieved energy independence. We had the lowest fuel prices we've ever seen because we were able to go get American sources of energy. You look at an economy that was cooking because of sound tax policy. The tax policy of this administration is give the rich a break and raise everyone else's taxes.""

On raising the debt ceiling:

""If this out-of-control spending that the Democrats are forcing on the American people means we have to raise the debt ceiling, then let them do it themselves.""

Watch the full interview here.

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https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/statement-on-hr-550,Statement on H.R. 550,2021-12-05,2021,2021-12,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"I have been a vocal opponent of unconstitutional vaccine mandates and I have called vaccine passports “un-American.” I have spoken out consistently and forcefully and have cosponsored bills opposing the OSHA vaccine mandate and the CMS vaccine mandate. I want to nullify the vaccine mandate wholesale.

Democrats want to control every aspect of your life. From vaccine mandates to vaccine passports to even using fear of the pandemic to change election laws. I have fought them tooth and nail every step of the way.

There have been misleading reports about one of our efforts to protect you- H.R. 550. Let me be clear, this bill:

- Does not create a federal vaccine database

- Does not create a personal tracking system

- Does not allow government officials to access patient vaccine records without patient approval.

This bill does the opposite. This state-based system already exists in North Carolina and HR 550 puts you in charge of your healthcare information, not the government.

- It makes Americans' immunization records more secure by mandating patient data is confidential and deidentified, meaning your personal information is protected.

- It adds cyber protections so hostile foreign governments like China cannot access your medical records.

- It directs funds already passed by the Biden Administration to go toward guardrails and security and prevents the Biden Administration from spending that money on anything else.

I will continue to do everything I can to block vaccine mandates and ensure your personal records are private. If you need more information about this bill, please click here to read the bill or contact my office.

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https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-applauds-new-outer-banks-beach-restoration-project,Murphy Applauds New Outer Banks Beach Restoration Project,2021-12-02,2021,2021-12,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Greenville, N.C. — Today, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) announced that they will be granting Dare County access to up to 6.6 million cubic yards of sand from the Outer Continental Shelf to restore 11.6 miles of beaches on the Outer Banks. The project is part of Dare County's long-term shoreline management plan to address shoreline erosion, protect local infrastructure, strengthen storm recovery, and provide recreational resources for tourism.

Rep. Murphy released this statement following the announcement:

""I am so glad that Dare County will be receiving the necessary resources to restore our beautiful beaches in the Outer Banks,"" said Rep. Murphy. ""This project will go a long way in protecting and sustaining our habitats, shores, and coastal communities that are beloved by locals and tourists alike. Investing in beach restoration will drive our economy and help make our coastline more resilient against hazardous weather. As a Member of Congress, I am deeply committed to working with state and local leaders, academic experts, and private partners to generate waterway management solutions for Eastern North Carolina, and I am proud to see this meaningful local investment today which will be a key factor in shoreline resilience for years to come.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/know-before-they-go-how-the-biden-harris-buttigieg-agenda-is-impacting-north,Know Before They Go: How the Biden/ Harris/ Buttigieg Agenda is Impacting North Carolina,2021-12-01,2021,2021-12,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Thursday, Vice President Kamala Harris and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg are scheduled to be in Charlotte.

""As Vice President Harris and Secretary Buttigieg visit our state, North Carolinians are dealing with record inflation, supply chain issues, high gas prices, and higher heating bills,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""Instead of calling inflation temporary, urging Americans to just buy electric vehicles, and selling their proposals for even more government spending and bureaucracy, we need real solutions to help working families here in North Carolina.""

Prior to their visit, read more on how the Biden/ Harris/ Buttigieg agenda is impacting North Carolina through rising inflation and supply chain disruptions:

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (FOX 46 CHARLOTTE) – Food pantries are seeing an uptick in people needing food assistance ahead of Thanksgiving as they battle supply chain issues and inflation.

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RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) – North Carolinians are feeling the pain at the gas pump this week. AAA says North Carolina is tied with Florida for the biggest jump in gas prices over the past week, with the average cost going up by 14 cents.

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ROCKY MOUNT, N.C. — The steady rise in the cost of everyday goods across the United States is putting additional strain on rural areas in North Carolina.

Inflation on consumer goods in the U.S. jumped by 6.2 percent last month, and when compared with October 2020, it was the biggest single-month, year-over-year spike since 1990, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

In rural communities like Rocky Mount, customers are already feeling the pressure in the checkout line.

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RALEIGH N.C. (WNCN) – With state pay raises and local bonuses, on the surface, it may look like North Carolina teachers are making more money on average than they did two decades ago.

But wages don’t reach as far as they used to when you count in the growing cost of living and inflation.

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RALEIGH N.C. (WNCN) – Increasing food prices are not just putting a dent in your grocery bill, but it’s also impacting multiple central North Carolina food banks and charities.

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A new ranking shows that Raleigh could be one of the most expensive places in America to prepare a Thanksgiving Day meal

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North Carolina does have a thriving agricultural industry, but it's apparently no match for inflation.

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(CNN) Jim Jones is facing a supply chain squeeze on his farm outside Raleigh, North Carolina, as skyrocketing costs slice through his profits.

On top of spiking labor costs, the prices of fertilizer and fuel have been climbing for months, with no ceiling in sight. He says his profits are down 10% to 15% this year, and 2022 could be worse.

""It comes right off the bottom line,"" Jones said. ""If you double the cost of something, you can't just double the crop.""

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The higher prices hit everyone, with pay raises for most workers so far failing to keep up with inflation. But they hurt low-income households in particular.

“After the beating that people have taken in the pandemic, it’s like: What’s next?” said Carol Hardison, chief executive officer at Crisis Assistance Ministry, which helps people in Charlotte, North Carolina, who are facing financial hardship.

She said households coming in for assistance recently have had unpaid bills that are roughly twice as big as they were before the pandemic. They’re contending with more expensive housing, higher medical bills and sometimes a reduction in their hours worked.

Image",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:37:48Z
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=400055,Foxx Rebukes Socialist Spending Scheme,2021-11-19,2021,2021-11,Republican,House,NC,Virginia Foxx,F000450,foxx.house.gov,foxx,https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) issued the following statement on H.R. 5376, the so-called “Build Back Better Act”:

“The consequences of President Biden’s failed policies have metastasized like a cancer across this country. Inflation has already reached a 30-year high, gas and grocery prices are skyrocketing, the economy is gasping for air, and hardworking taxpayers are at their wits end. The so-called “Build Back Better Act” will cause America to flatline, yet Democrats are pushing full steam ahead – disastrous consequences be damned.

“For months, this radical legislation has been touted by the majority as a cure that is long overdue. That’s an outright lie. It is the most expensive bill in the history of this country, and it will drive us into the depths of bankruptcy. With its passage today in the People’s House, America has one foot in the economic grave.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/what-they-are-saying-hudson-designating-nov-21-national-warrior-call-day,What They Are Saying: Hudson Designating Nov. 21 National Warrior Call Day,2021-11-19,2021,2021-11,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) is encouraging North Carolinians to help combat the rising epidemic of veteran and active-duty military suicides. In a press conference Tuesday with Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC), both highlighted legislation that designates Nov. 21, 2021 as National Warrior Call Day, a day of outreach to veterans and service members to express thanks for their service and connect them with support resources.

Read more about what they are saying below.

Tillis, Hudson call for more support to reduce suicides among military personnel, veterans

WRAL

RALEIGH — An estimated 20 active-duty service members or veterans die by suicide every day, and U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis and 8th District Congressman Richard Hudson said Tuesday that the nation needs to do more to push that number to zero.

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Both Republicans highlighted a congressional resolution naming Nov. 21 as National Warrior Call Day. The resolution urges everyone to check on a veteran or service member who may be struggling and offer support or direct them to the Veteran's Crisis Line.

NC lawmakers calling for national day to help prevent veteran suicides

WCTI

JACKSONVILLE — Politicians in our state are calling for Nov. 21st to be designated ‘National Warrior Call Day’ to raise awareness on suicide prevention among veterans and active-duty service members.

Senator Thom Tillis and Congressman Richard Hudson said there needs to be more of an individual focus on each veteran and service member in terms of treating them based on what they experienced, and checking in on their needs consistently.

Hudson, Tillis Highlight Military, Veteran Suicides, encourage National Warrior Call Day

Sandhills Sentinel

NC Lawmakers Bring Attention to Veteran Suicide

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Senator Tillis, Rep. Hudson recognize service member and veteran suicides as an 'epidemic'

Independent Tribune

This Sunday is ""National Warrior Call Day"", and Senator Thom Tillis and Rep. Richard Hudson are spreading awareness about active duty and veteran suicide and why people should participate in the call day.

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Congressman Hudson said he hopes people will take the National Warrior Call Day as an opportunity to check in on loved ones, friends or even people they haven't spoken with in a while. He said recently there has been an increase in the calls, texts and chats coming in to the crisis lines specifically for veterans. He stressed that now is a crucial time to reach out.

North Carolinians: Make a Warrior Call to help military and vets

Fayetteville Observer

Research shows that active-duty service members and vets in need of support often don’t seek help on their own. So, it is not exaggerating to say that this call could save a life.

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Thankfully, the Warrior Call effort is building momentum. Lawmakers in the U.S. House of Representatives, including Fayetteville-area Rep. Richard Hudson, are leading a resolution in support of National Warrior Call Day.

Lawmakers Raising Awareness For Veteran Suicide

Fox Morning News",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-releases-statement-on-the-retirement-of-rep-gk-butterfield,Hudson Releases Statement on the Retirement of Rep. G.K. Butterfield,2021-11-18,2021,2021-11,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement on the retirement of Rep. G.K. Butterfield (NC-01):

""G.K. Butterfield has served eastern North Carolina for many years with integrity. While we often disagreed on policy, as colleagues on the Energy and Commerce Committee we worked together on many important issues such as the Protecting Patient Access to Emergency Medications Act,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""Renee and I wish G.K. all the best as he begins this next chapter of his life.""

Reps. Hudson and Butterfield are co-chairs of the Congressional Pediatric Trauma Caucus. Working together in the Committee on Energy and Commerce, Reps. Hudson and Butterfield have cosponsored numerous bills. The latest, the Improving the Health of Children Act, was passed favorably by the Committee on Wednesday.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-tillis-highlight-military-and-veteran-suicides-encourage-national-warrior,"Hudson, Tillis Highlight Military and Veteran Suicides, Encourage National Warrior Call Day",2021-11-16,2021,2021-11,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) and Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) are encouraging North Carolinians to help combat the rising epidemic of veteran and active-duty military suicides. In a press conference today, both highlighted Nov. 21, 2021 as National Warrior Call Day, a day of outreach to veterans and service members to express thanks for their service and connect them with support resources.

""In North Carolina, Veterans Day is not just one day a year. It is a year-long call to action,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""That's why on National Warrior Call Day, we encourage individuals to reach out to someone they know, active-duty or veteran, and check in on them. Together, we can save lives.""

""This holiday season post-Afghanistan, we have to redouble our efforts to save as many men and women as possible,"" said Sen. Tillis. ""On November 21st, if you know someone who may be in crisis, reach out to them and check on them. Let them know it's okay to recognize this as an illness and that there are medical professionals at the VA ready to help.""

Watch the full press conference here.

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Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Rep. Richard Hudson (NC-08) encourage

participation in National Warrior Call Day

During the press conference, Rep. Hudson highlighted a recent report from the Pentagon which revealed suicides among Army active-duty forces jumped 46% in the second quarter of 2021, compared to the same period last year. Overall, suicides in the armed forces rose 15% in 2020.

For veterans who served post-9/11, deaths by suicide are four times the number of those killed in Iraq and Afghanistan. According to a recent report from Brown University, 30,177 active-duty personnel and veterans who served in post 9/11 wars have died by suicide, compared to 7,057 killed in combat operations. Overall, more than 17 veterans commit suicide every single day. However, Rep. Hudson noted this figure is from 2019.

""This means we still do not know the latest impact of the COVID-19 pandemic or botched withdrawal from Afghanistan on veteran suicide,"" said Rep. Hudson.

This year, Rep. Hudson cosponsored H.Res. 512 designating Nov. 21, 2021 as National Warrior Call Day. This legislation was included in the National Defense Authorization Act which passed the House. The Senate is considering the bill this week.

In addition to encouraging participation in National Warrior Call Day, Sen. Tillis and Rep. Hudson encourage any veteran in crisis to contact the Veterans Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-leads-letter-calling-hearings-address-parent-concerns-education,Murphy Leads Letter Calling for Hearings to Address Parent Concerns in Education,2021-11-16,2021,2021-11,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03), Ranking Member of the Higher Education and Workforce Investment Subcommittee, sent a letter to House Education and Labor Committee Democrats expressing support for parental involvement in American education. Rep. Murphy was joined in this effort by Education and Labor Committee Republican Leader Rep. Virginia Foxx (NC-05) and Rep. Burgess Owens (UT-04), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education. In the letter, the members call for hearings to address the impacts of pandemic school closures on children and address evidence of inappropriate and divisive Critical Race Theory (CRT) and sex and gender education in public schools.

""American parents have made it incredibly clear that they want to be involved in their children's education, and they have every right to be,"" said Rep. Murphy. ""Study after study proves that our students thrive when parents play an integral role in our schools. I want parents to know that we have heard them loud and clear. It is far past time for Congress to take action, consider parents concerns, and engage in legislative hearings to discuss not only the short and long term impacts of pandemic school closures on our children, but also outline parent distress regarding demonstrated cases of CRT and inappropriate sex and gender indoctrination in schools. Parents are the arbiters of education in America, period. I call on our Democrat counterparts to make constituent concerns in education a bipartisan priority.""

""If we left it up to Democrats, kids would be masked and parents would be muzzled forever,"" said Rep. Foxx. ""Luckily there are still freedom-loving Americans out there willing to fight for their rights. They are willing to fight for their right to make medical decisions for their kids as well as their right to decide what their kids are taught in schools. When parents say no to leftist indoctrination, school boards should start listening. It's time to focus on issues parents care most about—closing the learning gap created by shuttering classrooms during the pandemic. We need to get our kids back on track academically. This should be our priority—not the left's campaign to turn our kids into mini social justice warriors.""

""Not only did the COVID-19 pandemic deal a significant blow to in-person learning, but it also opened the door to inappropriate and divisive teachings and concerning curriculum, including Critical Race Theory,"" said Rep. Owens. ""Parents are irreplaceable advocates for their children, and we should address their genuine concerns while continuing to prioritize the development of students across America.""

Fox News carried the exclusive on this release. You can read the full letter here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-veteran-mental-health-bill-passes-house,Murphy Veteran Mental Health Bill Passes House!,2021-11-16,2021,2021-11,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D.'s (NC-03) bipartisan bill, H.R. 4233, the Student Veterans Counseling Centers Eligibility Act passed the House with overwhelming support by a vote of 420-4. If signed into law, the bill would expand Vet Center GI Bill eligibility to student veterans who are using a VA education program. This would ensure that counseling and mental health support are available to student veterans who may be struggling with their transition out of the military, which is known to be a vulnerable time.

""Change is hard for everyone, especially for veterans who are transitioning from active-duty service to civilian status,"" said Rep. Murphy. ""Many veterans also face tremendous obstacles when returning to school after their heroic service, especially older, non-traditional students who may be enrolling directly following separation from military service. My bill, the Student Veterans Counseling Centers Eligibility Act, will bridge the mental health resource gap for the 850,000 veterans and beneficiaries who are currently enrolled in a VA education program, and ensure that counseling and mental health support is available through free and confidential Vet Centers. I am proud to see so much bipartisan support for my bill today, and look forward to its immediate consideration in the Senate. There is nothing more important than the safety and well-being of our nation's veterans.""

""Helping veterans succeed in school and start their civilian lives off on the right foot is one of the most important ways to thank them for their service. Dr. Murphy's bill, the Veterans Counseling Center Eligibility Act, passed out of the House today and will help do exactly that,"" said Veterans' Affairs Committee Ranking Member Rep. Mike Bost. ""This bill will expand Vet Center eligibility to give student veterans a place to go to connect with other veterans and get the support they need. I look forward to seeing this vitally important bill passed in the Senate and signed into law as soon as possible.""

Earlier today, Rep. Murphy spoke on the House floor in support of H.R. 4233, the Student Veterans Counseling Centers Eligibility Act.

Remarks as prepared for delivery:

""Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of my bipartisan bill, HR 4233, The Student Veterans Counseling Centers Eligibility Act. This issue is especially personal to my district, as I represent over 89,000 veterans, many of whom are or will be receiving benefits via the Post-9/11 GI Bill or the Montgomery GI Bill.

The transition from active duty back to civilian life can challenging for some of our servicemembers. It can be tremendously difficult for many our servicemembers to return to education after sacrificing so much for our nation abroad – this is especially true for older or non-traditional student veterans.

A few months ago, alongside Ranking Member Mike Bost, I had the privilege of introducing the Student Veterans Counseling Centers Eligibility Act. It passed out of the Veterans' Affairs committee with a unanimous vote.

Our nation's veterans represent the very best among us here in the United States, but many serve at a great personal cost.

A recent RAND study reported that 20 percent of veterans on the GI bill experience feelings of depression or PTSD. That 20 percent amounts to over 170,000 veterans. That's almost double the number of total veterans in my veteran heavy district.

As one can imagine, serving as a member of our Armed Forces can be extremely stressful. Too often we see the tragedy of our veterans losing their battle with mental health issues when returning from service.

A very tragic and somber in fact is that the VA currently estimates the suicide rate at 18 a day for our Veterans

46% of military students reported suicidal thoughts compared to only 6% of their non-military peers.

If we can provide mental health services to assist just a single veteran who is struggling, then I believe it is our sworn duty to do so. We have that opportunity now, with the Student Veterans Counseling Centers Eligibility Act.

Education poses one of the most beneficial yet stressful areas of transitions for our veterans. The intention of this bill is to aid more of our veterans who are readjusting to civilian lives by providing overdue access to vital mental health resources.

Helping veterans succeed in their education and civilian lives is one of most important ways to thank them for their service.

I have spoken with some of these student veterans. I have heard their stories. These student veterans have had to wait weeks to even months for a mental health appointment if their mental health crisis was not deemed urgent. Unfortunately, many of our veterans do not have the luxury of weeks or months to wait to see a professional mental health provider.

Furthermore, private mental health care can be inaccessible for those utilizing the benefits of the GI Bill. An average therapy session can cost between $60-$120, with the higher end of costs reaching prices of up to $250 per session. Even with health insurance, premiums often amount to $50 a session.

The Student Veterans Counseling Centers Eligibility Act would provide expanded counseling and mental health support services to student veterans through the VA's Readjustment Counseling Centers, known as ""Vet Centers."" These centers provide individual, group, marriage, and family counseling and peer support opportunities for active duty servicemembers, veterans, members of the National Guard and Reserve, and certain military family members. Vet Centers are community-based, confidential, and free.

I am extremely honored and proud to sponsor this bill and am very grateful to Ranking Member Bost for his support as an original cosponsor, and to all my Republican and Democrat colleagues who have already come together to cosponsor this vital legislation. I am also thankful to the Student Veterans of America for their support.

We have an obligation to make counseling services more accessible for veterans who have sacrificed so much to safeguard our freedoms. I urge my colleagues to vote YES on H.R. 4233.

Thank you Mr. Speaker and I yield the balance of my time.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-courtney-reintroduce-bipartisan-veteran-hope-act-combat-opioid-epidemic,"Murphy, Courtney Reintroduce Bipartisan Veteran HOPE Act to Combat Opioid Epidemic",2021-11-10,2021,2021-11,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — This morning, Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) and Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) came together to reintroduce H.R. 5938, the bipartisan Veteran Heroin Overdose Prevention Act (HOPE) Act to confront the opioid crisis in the veteran community.

If passed, the Veteran HOPE Act would direct the Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to conduct a review of veteran deaths from opioid overdoses over the past five years, including prescribed and non-prescribed opiate abuses, and other contributing factors to opioid overdoses among veterans. The bill also requires the VA to outline steps being taken on a federal level to address the opioid crisis, including tracking, collecting, and disposing of unused prescriptions, and to publish recommendations to improve the safety and well-being of veterans.

""As a member of the North Carolina State Assembly, authoring the STOP Act, the main legislative action to combat the opioid crisis in North Carolina was one of my proudest achievements. Now, as a practicing physician of more than 30 years and a Member of Congress representing nearly 90,000 veterans, addressing the opioid epidemic among veterans is critically important to me,"" said Rep. Murphy. ""All of the data available suggests that veterans are disproportionately impacted by the opioid epidemic – and shockingly, veterans who are being treated by the VA are seven times more likely to be diagnosed with an opioid abuse disorder than commercially insured patients. What's worse, between 2010 and 2016, the opioid death rate among veterans rose by a catastrophic 65 percent. These statistics are devastating and deeply alarming, and Congress must take action. Our bill, the Veteran HOPE Act, would conduct a review of opioid overdose deaths among veterans and examine other related factors to understand lethal overdoses from non-prescribed sources. I am grateful to my colleague, Rep. Courtney, for partnering with me on this crucial issue to increase awareness about the opioid addiction crisis in veteran communities and make overdose prevention a bipartisan priority.""

""There are far too many families in our region who have experienced tragedy because of the opioid addiction crisis, or who know someone that has, but what a lot of people don't know is that this trend is particularly severe among our veterans,"" said Rep. Courtney. ""Even though the VA has made efforts to reduce the number of opioids prescribed, rates of opioid overdose deaths continue to rise among veterans. The Veteran HOPE Act will dedicate resources to investigating overdose deaths among veterans, and use VA records to better understand risk factors to help prevent lethal overdoses among those who have served our country. This bill is an important way to improve overdose prevention efforts in veteran communities like ours, and I'm glad to partner with Rep. Murphy to move it forward.""

Politico's Huddle carried the exclusive on this announcement.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-says-no-infakestructure-build-back-bankrupt-agenda,"Murphy Says NO to InFAKEstructure, Build Back Bankrupt Agenda",2021-11-06,2021,2021-11,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) issued this statement after voting NO on the Senate infrastructure bill and the rule paving the way for President Biden's Build Back Bankrupt agenda:

""In the middle of the night, Speaker Pelosi twisted enough progressive arms to force a vote on a $1.2 trillion ‘inFAKEstructure' bill — less than 15% of which actually goes to what North Carolinians would traditionally consider infrastructure,"" said Murphy. ""The rest is liberal pork spending that does nothing to address our country's needs. In fact, the only reason why this sham of a bill was rushed to the floor was because Democratic leadership in the House needed it to pave the way for President Biden's Build Back Bankrupt agenda. Last night's vote was a purely political desperate move by left-wing politicians hurting from Tuesday's election, and was not at all in the interest of the American people.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-opposes-latest-vaccine-mandates,Hudson Opposes Latest Vaccine Mandates,2021-11-04,2021,2021-11,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement on President Biden's latest vaccine mandate for Medicare and Medicaid providers:

""President Biden's latest vaccine mandates are an attack on health care workers labeled heroes just one year ago,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""While vaccines are critical to combat this pandemic, mandates without exemptions threaten liberties and undermine access to public health. I have heard directly from providers in my community like Cabarrus Health Alliance about how mandates will further create labor shortages and negatively impact patient care. I will continue to work with my colleagues on the Energy and Commerce Committee to examine all options to protect health care workers, employers, and families.""

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-statement-biden-administration-s-new-vaccine-mandate-rule,Murphy Statement on Biden Administration’s New Vaccine Mandate Rule,2021-11-04,2021,2021-11,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) issued the following statement in response to the Biden Administration's announcement that the COVID-19 vaccine mandate for businesses with over 100 employees will take effect on January 4, 2022. Businesses who do not comply with the mandate will be threatened with thousands of dollars in fines, and citizens will potentially have to choose between medical freedom and their livelihoods.

""Today's announcement is a tragic display of federal overreach that shows a failure to understand action and subsequent consequences,"" said Murphy. ""PresidentBiden's vaccine mandate will put 84 million American employees and 17 million health care workers at risk of losing their jobs. That is a disaster, especially as our nation is already confronting massive labor shortages and supply chain issues as a result of President Biden's failed policies. Consequences of the Biden mandate could include market unemployment, loss of medical benefits and subsequent poverty. It is well known that poverty, as a social determinant of health, often leads to sickness, morbidity and possible mortality. It's also worth noting that President Biden himself opposed the idea mandating the COVID-19 vaccine before it became politically expedient for him to do so.

The bottom line is that I completely sympathize with the mission to get people vaccinated and I have ardently encouraged people to do so, but mandating the vaccine is a violation and destruction of the doctor-patient relationship in an attempt to make medicine a government-citizen directive. 70% of U.S. adults are already fully vaccinated without a mandate, and whether the President likes it or not, the American people will ALWAYS have the freedom and the right to make their own health care decisions. I fear this mandate will further exacerbate vaccine hesitancy. People should talk to their doctors about the safety and efficacy of the vaccine and come to a decision without government force. As usual, this Administration is making emotional decisions without considering the far reaching implications of their actions. I oppose vaccine mandates in all forms and will continue to fight to secure our constitutionally protected rights for all Americans.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/release-murphy-leads-22-members-house-resolution-protect-free-speech,RELEASE: Murphy Leads 22 Members in House Resolution to Protect Free Speech,2021-11-03,2021,2021-11,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) and 22 House GOP colleagues introduced a House Resolution, ""expressing support for the First Amendment to the Constitution and its bipartisan impact regarding the protection of free speech as well as academic freedoms for all students and faculty."" Rep. Murphy's resolution cites the First Amendment, Supreme Court Justice Robert Jackson, the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), the Bipartisan Policy Center, the nonpartisan Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE), Congressman John Lewis, and more to give Members of Congress on both sides of the aisle an opportunity to make free speech protections in higher education a bipartisan priority for Congress. You can read the resolution text here.

Co-sponsors of the resolution (22) include: Reps. Kat Cammack, Jim Jordan, Elise Stefanik, Michael Bost, Ben Cline, Mariannette Miller-Meeks, Tracey Mann, Ted Budd, Warren Davidson, Julia Letlow, Brian Babin, Ralph Norman, Greg Steube, Scott Fitzgerald, Guy Reschenthaler, Randy Weber, Claudia Tenney, Doug LaMalfa, Tom McClintock, Blake Moore, Burgess Owens and Gus Bilirakis.

""At their core, colleges and universities were designed to provide students and faculty with an environment to freely exchange ideas, challenge previously held beliefs, and create a venue for students to have free and open debate,"" said Murphy. ""This democratic idea is the foundation of discourse, but right now, the First Amendment is under attack on our campuses. To be clear, I want the socialist, communist students to feel as free to express themselves as the capitalists, and everyone in between. That's what our country is about. Free speech is NOT unilateral. I'm proud to lead this important resolution to urge our government to make free speech protections in higher education a bipartisan priority.""

""Intellectual diversity and the ability to disagree with one another makes our Republic the best in the world. While free speech continues to be attacked on campus, I'm proud to join dozens of my colleagues and Rep. Murphy in affirming the importance of the First Amendment at institutions of higher learning,"" said Cammack. ""The House Campus Free Speech Caucus is behind this effort and will continue to ensure all have the ability to express themselves freely, no matter where they go to school.""

""Fostering critical thinking and inquiry are the purpose of higher education, but too many institutions are cracking down on students' right to free speech,"" said Stefanik. ""I experienced this myself as a conservative student at Harvard College, and it is devastating to witness that this has become a crisis across America. I am proud to stand with my colleagues to protect Constitutional liberties on college campuses.""

Background: This House Resolution comes as earlier this week, Reps. Murphy, Stefanik, and Cammack hosted the first ever Campus Free Speech Roundtable to highlight the importance of intellectual diversity in higher education and to provide lawmakers, outspoken alumni, and stakeholders with an opportunity to share their personal and professional experiences with free speech violations in institutions of higher learning. Earlier this year, Rep. Murphy introduced the Campus Free Speech Restoration Act that aims to protect free speech at colleges and universities. Rep. Murphy sits on the Education and Labor Committee where he is Ranking Member of the Higher Education and Workforce Investment Subcommittee.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-campus-free-speech-roundtable-win-first-amendment,Murphy Campus Free Speech Roundtable – A Win for First Amendment,2021-11-02,2021,2021-11,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Monday, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03), Ranking Member of the Higher Education and Workforce Investment Subcommittee hosted the first ever Campus Free Speech Roundtable in the U.S. Capitol. The purpose of the event was to highlight the importance of intellectual diversity in higher education and to provide lawmakers, outspoken alumni, and stakeholders with an opportunity to share their personal and professional experiences with free speech violations in institutions of higher learning.

The Campus Free Speech Roundtable featured House Republican Conference Chairwoman Rep. Elise Stefanik (NY-21), Campus Free Speech Caucus co-chair, Rep. Kat Cammack (FL-03), the Young America's Foundation (YAF), the nonpartisan Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE), and members of the Alumni Free Speech Alliance (AFSA). The event was livestreamed online on Congressman Murphy's YouTube page and playback can be found here.

""I am so glad that we were able to bring together some of the best and brightest voices on issues of free speech in higher education today,"" said Murphy. ""It was our observation that in recent years, institutions of higher education have become vectors of teaching what to think, rather than how to think – they speak often of diversity in all things except opinion. Today was a unique opportunity to hear firsthand accounts of free speech violations on college campuses, take a look at the self-reported data on free speech, and discuss how Congress can be a force for good. It is critical that we foster an environment at colleges and universities that challenges our students intellectually and celebrates diversity of thought and of opinion. Our roundtable was just the first step in engaging outspoken alumni, lawmakers, legal experts, and relevant stakeholders about how we plan to safeguard First Amendment protections for generations to come.""

""I have been involved with promoting intellectual diversity and free speech at my alma mater, Cornell University for years, and I have to say, since then, the campus climate has deteriorated…the importance of alumni and Members of Congress being involved cannot be overstated."" – RajKannappan, Cornell University alumni and VP of the Young America's Foundation

Roundtable Participants:

Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D., Education and Labor Committee, Ranking Member of the Higher Education and Workforce Investment Subcommittee, member of Campus Free Speech Caucus

Rep. Elise Stefanik, House Republican Conference Chairwoman, Education and Labor Committee, member of the Higher Education and Workforce Investment Subcommittee

Rep. Kat Cammack, co-chair, Campus Free Speech Caucus

Karalee Geis, Capitol Hill Outreach Director, YAF

Tyler Coward, Senior Legislative Council, FIRE

Connor Murnane, Alumni Relations Officer, FIRE

Kenny Xu, AFSA, Davidsonians for Freedom of Thought and Discourse, Davidson College & Development Officer, YAF

Victoria Guroian, AFSA, The Generals Redoubt, Washington and Lee

Stuart Taylor, AFSA, Princetonians for Free Speech, Princeton University

Ed Yingling, AFSA, Princetonians for Free Speech, Princeton University

Raj Kannappan, AFSA, Cornell Free Speech Alliance, Cornell University & Vice President, YAF

Watch the Campus Free Speech Roundtable here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-objects-vaccine-mandates-us-servicemembers,Murphy Objects to Vaccine Mandates for U.S. Servicemembers,2021-11-02,2021,2021-11,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Recently, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) sent a letter to the Secretary of the Defense, Lloyd J. Austin in response to the Department of Defense's (DOD) decision to mandate the COVID-19 vaccine for U.S. servicemembers. In the letter, Rep. Murphy addresses the clear operational readiness and national security concerns that would be present should the DOD relieve servicemembers of duty due to COVID vaccination status. Rep. Murphy's office has received hundreds of calls, messages, and emails opposing vaccine mandates for U.S. military personnel.

""While I am sympathetic to the premise of preventing our servicemembers from getting sick with COVID, relieving our patriotic and committed U.S. servicemembers because they desire not to be vaccinated against COVID is ethically troubling and could critically hinder our national security and readiness,"" said Murphy. ""Our servicemembers are heroes who risk so much to keep our nation safe at home and abroad. Fortunately, the vast majority of our military are in a low risk category for COVID. Congress must stand up for them. We have recently seen challenges to our military readiness and this action has the possibility of further exacerbating that problem. I was proud to send this letter to the Secretary of Defense urging the DOD to reconsider their vaccine mandate and put our servicemembers and our national security above political interests.""

In the letter, Rep. Murphy writes:

""As a member of Congress and a practicing physician of more than 30 years, I am deeply concerned about the Department of Defense's decision to mandate the COVID-19 vaccine.

I understand that noncompliance could result in the dismissal of thousands of exceptional, highly trained servicemembers just as our nation is having to confront a platitude of challenges on the global stage, most recently, the disastrous exit from Afghanistan and compounding threats from the Chinese Community Party, including their testing of new hypersonic missile systems.

During a time of high stress as our servicemembers respond to crises throughout the world, it is reprehensible that our Department of Defense would consider relieving Marines, airmen, and soldiers who have made the choice to selflessly serve our nation in the Armed Forces simply because of COVID-19 vaccination status. I worry that dismissing or refusing to deploy unvaccinated servicemembers could critically impede operational readiness and undermine U.S. national security.

It is also highly disturbing that servicemembers who do not receive the COVID-19 vaccine will not only be excused from their duties, but they could have to retroactively pay back any bonuses received for their service or lose additional benefits, regardless of any recent training they may have undergone.

It is clear that the Biden Administration is putting political science above long-term national security interests. I implore you to reconsider the decision to take administrative or disciplinary action against those who do not receive the COVID-19 vaccine by the imposed deadline.

I appreciate your careful consideration of my request as a matter of national security, and I look forward to your prompt reply.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:30:49Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-releases-statement-on-lumbee-recognition-act,Hudson Releases Statement on Lumbee Recognition Act,2021-11-01,2021,2021-11,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement on the passage of the Lumbee Recognition Act:

""The Lumbee have fought for federal recognition for generations, and passage of this bill is long overdue,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""I am proud to have worked with my colleagues from both sides of the aisle to once again help secure its passage in the House. I will continue to work with Representatives Butterfield, Bishop and Price to advance this bill until it becomes law.""

Rep. Hudson introduced H.R. 2758 to grant the Lumbee Tribe full federal recognition along with Reps. Butterfield, Bishop and Price. Identical legislation passed the U.S. House last year, but was not approved by the U.S. Senate.

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https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-leads-gop-letter-slamming-administrations-plan-compensate-illegal,"Murphy Leads GOP Letter Slamming Administration's Plan to Compensate Illegal Immigrants $450,000",2021-10-29,2021,2021-10,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. led a letter with 43 GOP colleagues to U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra, and Attorney General Merrick Garland expressing urgent concern regarding a recent report from the Wall Street Journal that the Biden Administration is considering paying illegal immigrants who crossed the U.S. border in 2018 roughly $450,000 in compensation per person. This comes as the United States is experiencing the worst border crisis in decades.

""I was incredulous when I read the report that the Biden Administration wants to send half a million dollar checks to illegal immigrants who broke our laws"" said Rep. Murphy. ""It is unconscionable that this would even be a consideration right now as American families are hurting because of President Biden's failed policies. I am grateful to my colleagues who quickly rallied behind our effort to demand that DHS, DHHS, and the DOJ immediately reject $450,000 compensation for illegals – a truly asinine, pro-crime idea that will incentivize illegal immigration and open the floodgates for a surge at the border. President Biden must provide answers as to why this Administration cares more about people who knowingly and unlawfully entered into our country illegally than the American people.""

In the letter the members say, ""We write today with severe concerns regarding recent reports that your three agencies are in discussions to offer illegal immigrants that unlawfully crossed the U.S. border in 2018 roughly $450,000 per person in compensation. The rationale for this egregious abuse of taxpayer dollars is to compensate these persons for ‘lasting psychological drama.' Do, however, note that these persons crossed into our country in a knowingly illegal manner, fully aware of the consequences of violating our rule of law.""

They continue, ""Promising tens of thousands of dollars to those who unlawfully entered the United States would not only reward criminal behavior, but it would surely send a message to the world that our borders are open, and or rule of law will not be enforced. Compare this hefty compensation sum [$450,000] to the 2019 average median American household annual income of $68,703. Furthermore, compare it to the maximum payout from a SGLI life insurance policy for military members, which is $400,000. The idea that we would give illegal foreigners who broke the law a check that exceeds the amount that our government supplies to our valiant and heroic Gold Star Families is shameful, reprehensible, and morally indignant.""

Co-signers of the letter include (44): Reps. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC), Andy Biggs (AZ), Elise Stefanik (NY), Cathy McMorris Rodgers (WA), Richard Hudson (NC), Tom McClintock (CA), Tim Burchett (TN), David McKinley (WV), David Rouzer (NC), Markwayne Mullin (OK), Diana Harshbarger (TN), Victoria Spartz (IN), Mariannette Miller-Meeks, M.D., (IA), Ted Budd (NC), Jack Bergman (MI), Glenn Grothman (WI), Rick Crawford (AR), Jeff Duncan (SC), Bob Gibbs (OH), Gus Bilirakis (FL), Jeff Fortenberry (NE), Brian Mast (FL), Troy Balderson (OH), Pete Stauber (MN), Pete Sessions (TX), Lauren Boebert (CO), Michael Burgess, M.D. (TX), Vern Buchanan (FL), Ann Wagner (MO), Mike Garcia (CA), Sam Graves (MO), Morgan Griffith (VA), Bob Good (VA), Dan Bishop (NC), Guy Reschenthaler (PA), Van Taylor (TX), John Moolenaar (MI), Bill Huizenga (MI), Doug Lamborn (CO), Roger Williams (TX), Jim Hagedorn (MN), Claudia Tenney (NY), Louie Gohmert (TX), and Dan Crenshaw (TX).

Fox News carried the exclusive on this release.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-presses-epa-expert-to-communicate-risks-of-genx,Hudson Presses EPA Expert to Communicate Risks of GenX,2021-10-27,2021,2021-10,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), a leader on efforts to tackle GenX and address contamination in the Cape Fear River, questioned a top official for chemical safety and pollution prevention today about efforts to address GenX in North Carolina.

In a House Environment and Climate Change subcommittee hearing, Rep. Hudson questioned Dr. Michal Ilana Freedhoff, the EPA Assistant Administrator for Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention. During their exchange, Rep. Hudson applauded EPA Administrator Regan for releasing the agency's PFAS Action Plan last week.

""I have fought hard to address PFAS pollution in our community since the chemicals began impacting the Cape Fear River region,"" began Rep. Hudson. ""[I was] encouraged by his comments regarding the ambitious goals set forth in the plan.""

In her response, Dr. Freedhoff indicated the EPA, ""will be issuing the first round of test orders by the end of this year,"" and ""expects the data to be extrapolated to fill health info gaps associated with about 2,000 different PFAS.""

Rep. Hudson also asked Dr. Freedhoff about the EPA’s final human health toxicity assessment for GenX chemicals, which are part of the per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) group.

""This assessment will help policy makers and local communities take action to address PFAS and protect public health,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""However, I’m concerned about how this is going to be communicated to my constituents and the citizens living in the Cape Fear River region who are impacted by GenX pollution. Can you tell how the EPA plans to communicate this risk to North Carolina citizens?”

""I agree completely with you,"" responded Dr. Freedhoff. ""Communicating risk to people who have been affected by exposure to PFAS is extremely important and extremely challenging. I have personally met with a number of community organizations from North Carolina, more than once, and I hear the frustration and the anger and the fear every time I talked to them. It’s very important for me, I know for the administrator as well who comes from North Carolina, and everyone else in the agency, that we do a better job at talking to people and hearing what they have to say and explaining the risk they might have faced in the past.""

More information on the PFAS Roadmap and Rep. Hudson’s efforts to address GenX and PFAS pollution can be found here.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-genx-toxicity-assessment-overdue-step-in-right-direction,"Hudson: GenX Toxicity Assessment Overdue, Step in Right Direction",2021-10-25,2021,2021-10,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"""Protecting our community from the dangers of PFAS chemicals like GenX has remained a top priority,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""Today's assessment is long overdue and a step in the right direction. I have urged the EPA to complete this assessment for years to give our community the information needed to address the safety concerns of GenX. Now the EPA must do more to address other PFAS chemicals and hold polluters accountable. I will continue to work across the aisle to support these efforts and keep our community safe.""

Rep. Hudson praised the EPA for releasing its draft toxicity assessment for GenX in 2018 after Rep. Hudson hosted an EPA community engagement event in Fayetteville. The draft assessment set chronic and subchronic reference doses at 80 parts per trillion per day and 200 parts per trillion per day respectively. The final assessment released today drastically lowered references doses to 3 ppt per day for chronic and 30 ppt per day for subchronic. The EPA cited additional research which led to the new threshold levels.

State officials have been investigating GenX since 2017, when researchers found the chemical and similar compounds in the Cape Fear River, downstream from the Chemours plant. The company agreed to a consent order that requires it to drastically reduce the amount of GenX it emits into the air.

EPA’s release of the final GenX chemicals toxicity assessment is a key step toward developing a national drinking water health advisory for GenX chemicals, which the agency committed to publishing in Spring 2022 as part of its PFAS Roadmap.

More information on the PFAS Roadmap and Rep. Hudson’s efforts to address GenX and PFAS pollution can be found here.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-lynch-introduce-bipartisan-resolution-aadc-deficiency-awareness-day,"Murphy, Lynch Introduce Bipartisan Resolution for AADC Deficiency Awareness Day",2021-10-22,2021,2021-10,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) introduced a bipartisan resolution with Rep. Stephen Lynch (D-MA) to designate October 23, 2021 as AADC Deficiency Awareness Day. AADC Deficiency is a genetic neurologic rare disease that affects approximately 1 in 100,000 people in the United States.

""I am proud to introduce this important resolution to raise awareness about AADC Deficiency in the public and medical community,"" said Rep. Murphy. ""Greater community awareness of this disease will aid patients who may be experiencing symptoms and help them pursue appropriate treatment. As a physician, I am honored to boost medical representation of AADC Deficiency in Congress and help educate the public about this rare disease.""

""It is imperative to spread awareness; not just to the community, but to physicians and specialists, so they can recognize the symptoms and give an early diagnosis,"" said Kelly Heger, Director of the AADC Family Network.

Background:

Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency is a genetic neurologic rare disease that severely debilitates a patient's development, motor skills, growth, and cognitive and language skills and limits a patient's life. AADC Deficiency results from an inherited genetic disease where patients lack the AADC enzyme required to create dopamine and, without dopamine, patients will never achieve motor milestones, such as holding their heads up, sitting, and standing, or develop the ability to communicate or perform basic life functions. Patients suffering from AADC Deficiency often have unexplained low muscle tone and experience other symptoms like developmental delays and involuntary eye movements.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-bills-passed-by-house-to-strengthen-ppe-stockpile-telecommunications-supply,"Hudson Bills Passed by House to Strengthen PPE Stockpile, Telecommunications Supply Chains",2021-10-20,2021,2021-10,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Two bipartisan bills introduced by U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) were passed by the U.S. House of Representatives today.

H.R. 3635, the Strengthening America's Strategic National Stockpile Act, will reduce America’s dependence on foreign sources of critical medical supplies, including personal protective equipment (PPE), boost domestic manufacturing to make those supplies in the United States, and make much-needed improvements and updates to our Strategic National Stockpile (SNS).

""The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the dangers of relying on foreign countries for needed medical supplies,"" said Rep. Hudson, the House Republican leader on pandemic preparedness issues. ""Strengthening our stockpile of PPE and domestic manufacturing has never been more important for our economy and our national security.""

Members of the health industry praised passage of H.R. 3635.

""Medical products distributors have the infrastructure and expertise to help the Federal government improve our nation’s preparedness for future health emergencies,"" said Matthew J. Rowan, President & CEO of the Health Industry Distributors Association. ""Representatives Slotkin, Hudson, Schrier and McKinley are showing true bipartisan leadership by proposing to expand the use of public-private partnerships to strengthen the stockpiling and distribution of critical supplies.""

H.R. 4032, the Open RAN Outreach Act, also passed the U.S. House. The bill strengthens telecommunications supply chains and helps protect small and rural communications providers from Chinese Communist Party (CCP)-backed companies, such as Huawei, and other bad actors.

""Protecting our supply chains and pushing back against China are more critical than ever before, especially for our vulnerable telecommunications networks,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""By passing H.R. 4032, we can encourage a competitive market of trusted vendors to expand network access across our country.""

Prior to the vote before the U.S. House, Rep. Hudson spoke on the House floor to encourage passage of both bills. Watch his remarks here.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-takes-action-block-aggressive-irs-monitoring-scheme,Murphy Takes Action to Block Aggressive IRS Monitoring Scheme,2021-10-20,2021,2021-10,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) co-sponsored H.R. 5586 – the Prohibiting IRS Financial Surveillance Act to block the implementation of a new unconstitutional surveillance scheme from Washington Democrats that would allow the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to monitor private bank account transactions that exceed $600. The legislation does not apply to an existing law that requires banks to report any transactions over $10,000 to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network.

Rep. Murphy released the following statement:

""I have been hearing from constituents across Eastern North Carolina who are outraged about the Biden Administration's attempt to give the IRS the power to monitor private bank transactions above $600,"" said Murphy. ""This egregious invasion of privacy makes the taxpayer guilty until proven innocent, and I will not stand by as this Administration tries to impose a broad, unconstitutional surveillance scheme on the American people. I am proud to support the Prohibiting IRS Financial Surveillance Act to protect taxpayers from intrusive monitoring and put a stop to unlawful government overreach.""

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-releases-statement-on-pfas-strategic-roadmap,Hudson Releases Statement on PFAS Strategic Roadmap,2021-10-18,2021,2021-10,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Strategic Roadmap announced today to confront PFAS contamination nationwide, including a toxicity assessment for GenX:

""I’m glad to see the EPA give these toxic forever chemicals the attention they deserve. We need a comprehensive and reasonable approach to combat PFAS and I look forward to reviewing the EPA's Roadmap,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""I have long demanded action and accountability on behalf of our community. I want to thank Administrator Regan, whom I respect and worked with in our state, for developing this initiative. I will continue to work with the Administrator and my colleagues in Congress to make sure citizens near the Cape Fear River and throughout our region have access to safe drinking water.""

According to the EPA, the Roadmap will focus on increasing investments in research, using the law to restrict PFAS chemicals from being released into the environment, and accelerating the cleanup of PFAS contamination. In addition to the Roadmap, the EPA also announced a new national testing strategy that requires PFAS manufacturers to provide the agency with toxicity data and information on categories of PFAS chemicals.

In June, Rep. Hudson led a letter with Rep. Deborah Ross (NC-02) to EPA Administrator Michael Regan urging the EPA to do more to address GenX.

In July, Rep. Hudson introduced an amendment to prioritize funding for community water systems affected by GenX as part of the INVEST in America Act. Rep. Hudson's amendment, which would have also ensured GenX was specifically included in the infrastructure budget bill sections dealing with PFAS, was defeated on the House floor as part of a package of Republican amendments and not included in the final bill.

""I have fought to address GenX in our community since the chemical began impacting the Cape Fear River region,"" said Rep. Hudson at the time. ""As part of that work, I introduced my amendment to make sure water systems like ours in Fayetteville have the resources needed to effectively combat GenX. I am disappointed this amendment was defeated, but will continue fighting for solutions to protect our community and environment.""

In 2020, Rep. Hudson secured two amendments in an appropriations bill to provide an additional $2 million to study the relationship between PFAS exposure and the susceptibility to COVID-19 and provide funding for the EPA to develop national regulatory standards as part of the PFAS Action Act of 2020. Read more about those amendments here.

Additional information on the Strategic Roadmap: www.epa.gov/pfas

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https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-releases-statement-on-the-retirement-of-rep-david-price,Hudson Releases Statement on the Retirement of Rep. David Price,2021-10-18,2021,2021-10,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement on the retirement of Rep. David Price (NC-04):

""David Price has served the people of North Carolina for 34 years with integrity and distinction. Though we almost never agreed on policy, David is an honest broker who I worked with many times to advance the interests of our state and nation. I particularly appreciate David's commitment to our men and women in uniform. He never turned me down when I asked for his help on behalf of our servicemembers at Fort Bragg. Renee and I wish David and Lisa all the best as they look to begin the next chapter of their lives.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/watch-waters-summit-live,Watch WATERS Summit LIVE!,2021-10-13,2021,2021-10,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Click here to watch the first annual bipartisan WATERS Summit, happening today, October 13, 2021 from 8:50am-4:30pm.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-cohen-relaunch-global-road-safety-caucus,"Hudson, Cohen Relaunch Global Road Safety Caucus",2021-10-12,2021,2021-10,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) and Rep. Steve Cohen (TN-09) announced the official relaunch of the Congressional Global Road Safety Caucus today. The Caucus will continue to bring awareness to road safety initiatives and mobilize Congressional support to tackle this significant domestic and global health and safety crisis.

""This is a critically important issue, as millions of people all over the globe are impacted by traffic accidents, inadequate policies, and neglected transportation infrastructure,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""As Co-Chairman, I'm committed to promoting road safety practices to protect people and families in my district and around the world.""

""I'm proud to join my friend Congressman Richard Hudson of North Carolina in relaunching the Global Road Safety Caucus and calling attention to the crisis of traffic accident injuries and deaths that are a leading cause of non-natural fatalities in the U.S. and around the world,"" said Rep. Cohen, a senior member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and Co-Chairman of the Global Road Safety Caucus. ""As a leading proponent of the Complete Streets approach for improving road safety for all users, including bicyclists and pedestrians, I have been painfully aware of the plague of traffic deaths we are facing. The Caucus aims not just to call attention to the problem but to find and implement solutions.""

Background

In 2004, then-President Bush, in a speech to the World Health Day forum, declared ""America's strong commitment to traffic safety and to the goal of saving more lives throughout the world."" In response, the Congressional Caucus on Global Road Safety was formed to raise awareness of this issue and mobilize Congressional support to tackle this significant domestic and global health and safety crisis.

From 2004-2011, the Caucus, led by former Reps. Robert Wexler (D-FL), Steve LaTourette (R-OH), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) and Dan Burton (R-IN), was successful in passing concurrent resolutions acknowledging the global road safety crisis, supporting the goals and ideals of a World Day of Remembrance for Road Crash Victims, and supporting the proclamation of the First Decade of Action for Road Safety. The Caucus also held Member and staff briefings with administration officials, international organizations, foreign governments and NGO leaders to discuss ways to combat and collaborate on this issue.

Officially designated as a global health issue by the WHO, global road safety spans a number of key domestic and foreign policy areas that are paramount to U.S. interests, including transportation and infrastructure initiatives that are top of mind for all of us. Global road safety also impacts the study abroad community, the U.S. military community at home and overseas, and broader foreign relations and diplomatic initiatives. While many policy areas are challenged by the impact of road crashes, these challenges also present a valuable opportunity for the U.S. to engage in a positive way in each of these areas and continue to be a catalyst for change at home and abroad.

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https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-eshoo-crenshaw-and-tonko-introduce-bipartisan-health-act,"Hudson, Eshoo, Crenshaw and Tonko Introduce Bipartisan HEALTH Act",2021-10-07,2021,2021-10,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,###,1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-pushes-back-against-doj-attempt-intimidate-concerned-parents,Murphy Pushes Back Against DOJ Attempt to Intimidate Concerned Parents,2021-10-07,2021,2021-10,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03), Ranking Member of the Higher Education and Workforce Investment Subcommittee, joined his Republican Education and Labor Committee colleagues in sending a letter to Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona and Attorney General Merrick Garland. In the letter, Murphy and his colleagues demanded a committee briefing regarding the administration's recent threats against parents concerned about their children's education.

""As attorney general, it is Merrick Garland's responsibility to combat criminal behavior AND defend our constitutional rights, including the freedom of speech and freedom of assembly,"" said Rep. Murphy. ""Threats of violence should never be tolerated and should be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. However, the Administration must clarify their position immediately and provide answers as to why they plan to target parents exercising their civil rights at school board meetings. To be clear, parents are the primary stakeholders in their child's education – not the federal government. Our letter calls for full transparency and a congressional briefing regarding the investigation of parents prior to any action by the DOJ or FBI.""

In the letter, the Members write:""Even when the subjects may be tough, it is important for school officials, elected officials, and teachers to understand and address parents' concerns. Violence and threats of violence are never acceptable. Neither are school boards hiding behind law enforcement rather than dealing with parents' sincere concerns.""

The Members continue:""Sunshine on these policies is key to ensuring children receive the best education possible; your actions to dismiss or threaten the lawful expression of parents' legitimate concerns is harmful to our nation.""

The Members specifically highlight Secretary Cardona's disparaging comments towards parents, calling them ""angry their guy didn't win,"" and the Department of Justice's memo instructing the FBI to squash parents' first amendment rights.

Read the full letter to Secretary Cardona and Attorney General Garland here.

Background: On October 4, 2021, Attorney General Garland sent a memorandum to several directors across the Department of Justice (DOJ) informing them of his intention to investigate, ""threats of violence"" at school board meetings. This comes just days after the National School Board Association sent a letter to President Biden asking them to treat parent dissent at school board meetings as possible acts of, ""domestic terrorism."" Republicans have expressed grave concern that Garland's memorandum is too vague, too broad, and gives the impression that parent opposition to school teachings will result in federal investigation.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-rouzer-recognized-federal-champions-american-flood-coalition,"Murphy, Rouzer Recognized as Federal Champions by American Flood Coalition",2021-10-06,2021,2021-10,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. — The American Flood Coalition (AFC) has announced that Reps. Greg Murphy (R-NC) and David Rouzer (R-NC) have been recognized as Federal Champions, a recognition for leaders who are passionate about advancing national solutions to higher seas, stronger storms, and more frequent flooding.

This announcement comes ahead of Rep. Murphy and Rep. Rouzer's bipartisan Water Adaptation to Ensure Regional Success (WATERS) Summit on October 13, 2021. The WATERS summit will convene federal, state, and local leaders, academic experts, as well as stakeholders including AFC, to discuss waterway challenges and flooding issues in Eastern North Carolina.

""While Eastern North Carolina is home to incredible coastal resources, our communities remain vulnerable to the impacts of flooding, storms, and other extreme weather,"" said Congressman Greg Murphy. ""I thank the American Flood Coalition for recognizing me as a Federal Champion and will continue to push for common sense steps that fortify our district from future floods.""

""Many communities in North Carolina have experienced devastating inland and coastal flooding due to major storm events on numerous occasions,"" said Congressman David Rouzer. ""As a longtime advocate for helping these communities recover from major hurricanes and flooding, I am humbled to be recognized as a Federal Champion by the American Flood Coalition. I look forward to continuing to work on innovative solutions that protect Southeastern North Carolina from flood risk.""

Congressman Murphy and Congressman Rouzer are AFC's first Federal Champions from North Carolina. The Congressmen are the latest additions to this distinguished group, which includes 24 bipartisan Federal Champions from 10 states.

""We are honored to recognize Representatives Greg Murphy and David Rouzer as our first Federal Champions from North Carolina, a state that is unfortunately all too familiar with the devastating impacts of flooding,"" said Melissa Roberts, Executive Director of the American Flood Coalition. ""We look forward to both Congressman Murphy and Congressman Rouzer's continued leadership on behalf of families, business owners, and communities along North Carolina's coastline, and to working together to advance policies that ensure a stronger and more resilient future for all.""

Congressman Murphy and Congressman Rouzer are dedicated to finding proactive, innovative solutions that address the impacts of flooding and sea level rise and build resilience from the ground up. Their unique perspectives, vision, and policy expertise will bolster AFC's work on behalf of its 270 members, including 22 members from North Carolina.

About the American Flood Coalition

The American Flood Coalition is a nonpartisan group of cities, elected officials, military leaders, businesses, and civic groups that have come together to drive adaptation to the reality of higher seas, stronger storms, and more frequent flooding through national solutions that support flood-affected communities and protect our nation's residents, economy, and military installations. The Coalition has over 270 members across 21 states, and has recognized 24 Federal Champions from 10 states.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-tillis-lead-nc-delegation-pressing-for-answers-on-crisis-in-afghanistan-and,"Hudson, Tillis Lead NC Delegation Pressing for Answers on Crisis in Afghanistan and Americans Left Behind ",2021-10-05,2021,2021-10,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) and U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) led Members of the North Carolina congressional delegation on a letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken this week regarding the ongoing crisis in Afghanistan and Americans left behind.

In the letter, the Members highlight the Biden administration's botched withdrawal which cost the lives of two North Carolina-connected servicemembers among others. Additionally, they ask the State Department for detailed answers about how many Americans are still left in Afghanistan, who were the 124,000 people evacuated from Afghanistan, and when Congress will receive updates about Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) applicants.

""[We] have become increasingly concerned with the State Department's lack of strategy to secure the safety of American citizens and Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) holders and applicants left behind in now Taliban-controlled Afghanistan. Because of the chaos of the evacuation, many of these people remain in danger, and the United States has little capacity to properly vet and transfer these people quickly and safely,"" wrote the Members. ""[We] ask that the State Department provide immediate assistance and a clear plan to secure the safety of those left behind.""

In addition to Rep. Hudson and Sen. Tillis, the letter was signed by Sen. Richard Burr and Reps. Virginia Foxx, Patrick McHenry, Dan Bishop, Madison Cawthorn, Greg Murphy, Ted Budd, and David Rouzer. The entire letter can be found here.

Many Members have continued to dispute claims by the State Department that ""around 100""American citizens and residents remain in Afghanistan. More than one month since President Biden withdrew from Afghanistan, Rep. Hudson's office alone still has 56 citizens and residents on the ground needing evacuation, along with nearly 1,600 other Afghan SIV holders and allies for whom he has initiated inquiries to the State Department.

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https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/repmurphy-host-first-annual-north-carolina-waters-summit,Rep.Murphy to Host First Annual North Carolina WATERS Summit,2021-10-05,2021,2021-10,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Greenville, N.C. – Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) announced that he will be hosting the first annual Water Adaptations to Ensure Regional Success (WATERS) Summit on Wednesday, October 13, 2021. The purpose of this bipartisan conference will be to hear from leading experts about human adaptation strategies to waterway challenges in North Carolina and develop legislative plans to combat these challenges over the next 5, 25, and 100-years. Summit attendees will cover a range of waterway issues, from flooding in inland streams, creeks, and rivers to hurricane mitigation and other marine coastal issues.

Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. will be joined by Rep. David Rouzer (NC-07), Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) (virtual), Rep. G.K. Butterfield (NC-01), leading scientific and academic experts, and many state and local leaders.

WATERS Summit presenters include:

Jay Faison, Chairman, American Flood Coalition

Dr. Ed Kearns, Ph.D., Chief Data Officer, First Street Foundation

Dr. Antonia Sebastian, Assistant Professor, Department of Earth, Marine and Environmental Sciences, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Dr. Barbara Doll Ph.D., PE Associate Extension Professor and Extension Specialist, Biological & Agricultural Engineering Dept & NC Sea Grant, NC State University

Dr. Hans Paerl, Ph.D., Kenan Professor of Marine and Environmental Sciences, UNC-CH Institute of Marine Sciences

Dr. Reide Corbett, Ph.D., Dean & Executive Director, Integrated Coastal Programs, Coastal Studies Institute, East Carolina University

Dr. Laura Moore, Ph.D., Professor, Department of Earth, Marine and Environmental Sciences; Director, Collaboratory for Coastal Adaptation over Space and Time (C-CoAST), University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Melissa Roberts, Founder and Executive Director, American Flood Coalition

Dave Canaan, Director, County Storm Water Engineering & Flood Mitigation, Mecklenburg County

Saskia Pardaans, Senior Advisor on Infrastructure and Water Management at the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands

Matthijs Bouw, Dutch architect and urbanist and founder of One Architect (est. 1995), an award-winning Amsterdam and New York-based design and planning firm.

Mr. Mark Harrell, Expert in Water Adaptation from coastal Louisiana

Speaker Tim Moore

Lt. Governor Mark Robinson

Colonel Ben Bennett, Ph.D., U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Dr. Greg Williams, Ph.D., U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Dr. Joseph Long, Ph.D., Earth and Ocean Sciences Department, University of North Carolina-Wilmington

Mr. John Preyer/Mr. George Howard, Restoration Systems

John Nicholson, Chief Deputy Secretary for the NC Department of Environmental Quality

Colin Mellor, Environmental Policy Advisor for the NC Department of Transportation

Tim Beard, US Department of Agriculture representative to the Natural Resources Conservation Service of North Carolina (Virtual)

Dr. Gavin Smith, Research Center at NC State University

Dr. Amanda Martin, NC Office of Recovery and Resiliency

Members of the public are invited to watch the WATERS Summit live via YouTube livestream on October 13, 2021 from 9:00am-4:30pm.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:24:51Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/bice-hudson-urge-removal-of-red-flag-law-from-national-defense-bill,"Bice, Hudson Urge Removal of Red Flag Law from National Defense Bill",2021-09-30,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) and Representative Stephanie Bice (OK-05), along with 159 of their colleagues, sent a letter to the chairmen and ranking members of the House and Senate Armed Services Committees, urging the full removal of a ""red flag"" provision in H.R. 4350, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), during the conference committee process.

The letter expresses deep concern that if Sec. 529 of the NDAA were to be enacted, the Second Amendment rights of U.S. military servicemembers would be violated by allowing military judges and magistrates to issue military court gun confiscation orders. Such orders could be issued on an ex parte basis, without the servicemember even being present in court to defend themselves.

""The National Defense Authorization Act funds our entire Defense Department for the year and included provisions I secured critical for our troops and Fort Bragg. While I was proud to support these provisions, I strongly opposed Democrats once again inserting a section on red flag laws that threaten the Second Amendment rights of our servicemembers,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""Like last year, I am proud to help lead efforts to ensure these provisions are removed from the final bill as the process continues between the House and Senate. I thank Congresswoman Bice for her leadership on this issue and will continue to do everything possible to support our troops and defend our Second Amendment.""

""The NDAA is necessary legislation to fund our military and defense, as well as to provide salary and benefits for our soldiers and retirees. It is unfortunate that once again Democrats are doing everything they can to erode the Second Amendment rights of Americans, including those that protect and serve this country, by inserting red flag provisions into this bill,"" said Rep. Bice.

""My vote in support of the NDAA was to reject Biden's efforts to gut our military, to ensure we're able to stand up to Russia and China, and to begin investigations into the Biden Administration's disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal, not to remove our military's Second Amendment rights. I will fight to ensure this provision is stripped from the final version of the NDAA.""

The members wrote: ""Even more concerning, under this provision, such an order could be issued by a military court on an ex parte basis – meaning the order could be issued without the servicemember even being present in court to defend themselves. We believe this is a serious breach of due process that demands your full attention.""

They continued: ""Every single day, brave American servicemembers serve in harm's way to defend our nation, our way of life, and the very constitutional rights that Sec. 529 would erode. This dangerous provision must be excluded from the final package.""

The full text of the letter can be found here and below:

Dear Chairman Smith, Ranking Member Rogers, Chairman Reed, and Ranking Member Inhofe:

As you begin the conference committee process to reconcile the House and Senate versions of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2022, we write to strongly urge you to strike Sec. 529 of the House version, H.R. 4350. We are greatly concerned that if enacted, Sec. 529 would violate the Second Amendment rights of our nation's brave servicemembers by allowing military judges and magistrates to issue military court gun confiscation orders.

Even more concerning, under this provision, such an order could be issued by a military court on an ex parte basis – meaning the order could be issued without the servicemember even being present in court to defend themselves. We believe this is a serious breach of due process that demands your full attention.

Every single day, brave American servicemembers serve in harm's way to defend our nation, our way of life, and the very constitutional rights that Sec. 529 would erode. This dangerous provision must be excluded from the final package. Again, we ask for your support to strike Sec. 529 of H.R. 4350 from the final conference report of the FY 2022 NDAA. Thank you for your attention to this important matter and please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions.

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https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-tillis-burr-introduce-resolution-honor-victims-global-war-terror,"Murphy, Tillis, Burr Introduce Resolution to Honor Victims of Global War on Terror",2021-09-30,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03), alongside Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Richard Burr (R-NC), introduced a resolution to honor North Carolinians and other members of the Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in the attack on the Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul, Afghanistan on August 26, 2021. The resolution also formally recognizes all U.S. servicemembers who served our country in the Global War on Terror over the last 20 years.

The North Carolina legislators came together on this important legislative effort following the loss of 13 servicemembers in the August 26th attack, which included two distinguished North Carolinians: Marine Corps Sergeant Nicole L. Gee and Army Staff Sergeant Ryan C. Knauss.

""We are forever indebted to our veteran heroes and their loved ones who have sacrificed so much to preserve and defend the life and liberty of our great nation,"" said Rep. Murphy. ""I am blessed to represent tens of thousands of veterans in Eastern North Carolina, all of whom should be commended for their unwavering commitment to country. This resolution is the least we can do to honor our fallen heroes and carry out our commitment to never forgetting the lives and legacies of those servicemembers who never came home from war.""

""In the wake of unspeakable tragedy, I have been moved by the outpouring of love and support that I have seen not only in our district, but across the nation,"" Murphy continued. ""We must never forget the U.S. servicemembers who have fought so valiantly to protect the freedoms we hold most dear. I hope that this resolution will provide Congress and the American people with an opportunity to come together in celebration, remembrance, and deep respect for those who have served and given their live in service to the United States of America.""

""The tragic terrorist attack on U.S. servicemembers that took the lives of 13 men and women in uniform was the direct result of the Biden administration's botched withdrawal of Afghanistan. The United States should never have put our servicemembers in harm's way securing the Kabul airport while the Taliban overran the rest of the city left our men and women in uniform vulnerable and allowed terrorists to plan and execute an attack,"" said Senator Tillis. ""I am heartbroken for the families of the 13 servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice, including two who were serving out of North Carolina. I am honored to introduce this resolution with Senator Burr and Congressman Murphy to recognize these brave individuals, we will never forget their service and sacrifice on behalf of our nation.""

""I am heartbroken we lost 13 brave servicemen and women last month, including two stationed in North Carolina, in such a horrific and cowardly attack,"" said Senator Burr. ""The men and women we lost made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, and we owe it to them and to their families to honor and preserve their memory,"" the senator continued. ""I'm proud to sponsor this resolution, which also honors all who've served our country in the Global War on Terror, and to represent so many of America's brave men and women in uniform.""

Fox News Digital carried the exclusive on this release. Read more here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-wenstrup-hudson-open-inquiry-status-ltcol-stuart-scheller,"Murphy, Wenstrup, Hudson Open Inquiry into Status of LtCol Stuart Scheller",2021-09-29,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03), alongside Rep. Brad Wenstrup (OH-02), and Rep. Richard Hudson (NC-08) sent a letter to the Secretary of the Navy, Carlos Del Toro to inquire about the status of LtCol Stuart Scheller in response to significant public concern. Scheller has gained notable media attention this month after he openly criticized the Biden Administration for their handling of the disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal.

Document",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=400054,Foxx Opposes New Push For Abortion On Demand,2021-09-24,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Virginia Foxx,F000450,foxx.house.gov,foxx,https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) issued the following statement on H.R. 3755, the Abortion on Demand Until Birth Act:

“Any attack that targets the unborn tears the moral fabric of this great country. H.R. 3755 is nothing more than a partisan smokescreen intended to obscure a radical, pro-abortion agenda that eliminates nearly all pro-life protections for the unborn on both the state and federal levels. In short, this bill ignores the humanity of unborn children and their mothers while fast-tracking the use of barbaric abortion procedures.

“The unborn deserve nothing less than staunch advocates who will rise to the occasion and defend them from brazen attacks such as this. In the People’s House, I’m proud to serve as their voice and I will always work tirelessly to defend their right to life. God bestowed upon us the gift of life, and it must always be respected.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-rejects-democrats-abortion-demand-act-votes-protect-life,"Murphy Rejects Democrats’ Abortion on Demand Act, Votes to Protect Life",2021-09-24,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released the following statement after voting NO on H.R. 3755, the Abortion on Demand Until Birth Act. If passed, H.R. 3755 would repeal nearly all pro-life protections for the unborn at the state and federal levels and turn every state into a late-term abortion state where abortions may be performed until the moment before birth for any reason with no protections for women:

""Today, House Democrats continued their unconscionable attack on life,"" said Rep. Murphy. ""The Abortion on Demand Until Birth Act is without a doubt one of the most egregious and extreme pieces of legislation to ever hit the House floor. In addition to being an evil assault on the unalienable rights of life and liberty, this bill is also a gross violation of the 14th Amendment – steamrolling states right in the name of inexcusable federal overreach. As a practicing physician and lawmaker, it is my obligation to fight for those innocents who cannot fight for themselves. I will always defend the right to life and protect American taxpayer dollars from being used to fund on-demand abortion. I voted no on this abhorrent bill and lament its passage in the House.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-outraged-by-red-flag-laws-in-national-defense-bill,Hudson Outraged by Red Flag Laws in National Defense Bill,2021-09-23,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement on the National Defense Authorization Act:

""I am outraged that House Democrats have once again hidden red flag laws in this year's national defense bill. I have led efforts to protect the Second Amendment for our troops and veterans, and am determined to fight this dangerous overreach which jeopardizes the rights of active-duty servicemembers. Like last year, I will work to ensure this and other troubling provisions are removed from the final NDAA as negotiations continue.""

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https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-praises-gains-for-troops-fort-bragg-in-national-defense-bill,"Hudson Praises Gains for Troops, Fort Bragg in National Defense Bill",2021-09-23,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), Fort Bragg's Congressman and a voice for veterans, praised pay raises for troops, investments for Fort Bragg, and other provisions in the FY 22 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) which passed the U.S. House of Representatives today.

""This is not a perfect bill but overall it is a win for our troops, military families and veterans,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""I am proud to have sponsored several provisions included to fund needed investments in our military and bases like Fort Bragg. Like last year, I now look forward to ensuring troubling provisions are removed as negotiations continue.""

The NDAA provides an overall 2.7% pay increase for servicemembers. Additionally, Rep. Hudson worked to secure several key provisions for active-duty servicemembers, military families and veterans. A breakdown is found below.

Representative Hudson's Priorities Secured in the NDAA

Military Family Readiness/ Education/ Healthcare

Includes the Counting Overlooked Base Impact Aid (COBIA) Act, introduced by Rep. Hudson and Rep. Rob Wittman in July.

Ensures schools educating service-connected children receive the full sum of federal Impact Aid to which they are currently entitled.

Authorizes an increase in funding of $70 million for Impact Aid — $50 million for supplemental Impact Aid and $20 million for Impact Aid for military children with severe disabilities.

Requires a report on the Preservation of the Force and Family Program (POTFF) for Special Operations Forces (SOF).

The report will provide progress of implementation for SOF.

The report will include plans for improvement to POTFF to better address needs of the SOF community.

Requires a report to modernize the Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) calculation for military families.

Mandates a review of the Military Health System's blast injury policy to include Traumatic Brain Injury.

Directs the DoD to standardize definitions and tracking of suicide attempts and suicidal behavior across all military services.

Includes an independent analysis of DoD Comprehensive Autism Care Demonstration Program under TRICARE.

Military Construction

Reduces the threshold amount for Base Commander's Military Construction (MILCON) project funding approval. Current law requires Secretary-level approval.

By allowing projects below $2 million to be approved at a lower level, this will allow bases – such as Fort Bragg – to do routine maintenance, upgrade projects, and smaller MILCON projects much easier and faster.

FY2022 Military Construction for Fort Bragg

Total funding: $27.2 million

Emergency Water System - $7.7 million

MW Microgrid Utilizing Existing and New Generators - $19.5 million

Meets several priorities identified by Rep. Hudson in testimony to the Appropriations Committee in May.

PFAS

Requires the DoD to publish results of drinking and groundwater PFAS testing conducted on or near military installations or former defense sites.

Requires the DoD to review current practices to prevent or mitigate Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) spills and develop best practices for spill prevention and mitigation.

Increases transparency and facilitates information-sharing with defense communities impacted by PFAS contamination.

Requires DoD to offer PFAS exposure evaluation and testing for servicemembers who wants it as part of their annual exam.

End Strength/ Pay and Compensation

Authorizes active duty end strength levels (U.S. Army: 485,000)

Provides a 2.7% pay increase for servicemembers

Provides a basic needs allowance for low-income servicemembers

Military Justice and Sexual Assault

Ensures that survivors of sexual assault are notified of the outcomes of any administrative action taken against their perpetrator.

Requires that the Secretary of Defense provide to victims a list of approved civilian victim service organizations from which a victim may seek additional legal assistance, legal representation, or other related services.

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https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-condemns-democrat-attempt-conceal-red-flag-laws-ndaa,Murphy Condemns Democrat Attempt to Conceal Red Flag Laws in NDAA,2021-09-23,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released the following statement in response to House Democrats' attempt to conceal reprehensible ""red flag"" laws in the FY2022 National Defense Authorization Act. Red flag laws unlawfully target law-abiding veteran gun owners by stripping away their Second Amendment rights based on legal allegations that lack due process, reasonable suspicion, and probable cause.

""I am outraged that House Democrats are once again trying to conceal unconstitutional red flag laws in the NDAA that could be used to unjustly deprive American servicemembers of their Second Amendment rights,"" said Rep. Murphy. ""Our national defense bill is a key component of ensuring that our Armed Forces and their families have the resources they need, and it is reprehensible that Democrats are trying to use the NDAA to subvert our veterans' right to possess a firearm.""

""Fortunately, both Republican and Democrat leadership have publicly assured Congress that this egregious language WILL be removed from the final version of the NDAA. While I support the overall defense legislation as a vital pillar of Eastern North Carolina's defense footprint and look forward to its passage, I will work tirelessly within conference to ensure that law-abiding veterans' Second Amendment rights are protected from unlawful federal overreach.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-introduces-inform-act-boost-spending-accountability-safeguard-future,"Murphy Introduces INFORM Act to Boost Spending Accountability, Safeguard Future Generations",2021-09-23,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) introduced H.R. 5340, the Intergenerational Financial Obligations Reform (INFORM) Act to create new forms of public accountability for big government spending and facilitate a more responsible financial future for the next generation of Americans. If passed, the INFORM Act would strengthen transparency by creating two new government-wide reporting standards on the national debt, deficits, and the incidence of net fiscal burdens on different population groups.

""For the last 8 months of the Biden Presidency, Washington Democrats have been on an all-out spending spree to fund their reckless socialist plans,"" said Rep. Greg Murphy. ""With unilateral control of the White House, Senate, and House, the Democrats have jammed through trillions in unchecked spending all while plunging our nation further into debt. American families are suffering the economic consequences of the Administration's irresponsible tax-and-spend agenda, as unemployment remains high, and inflation continues to grow. With the debt growing bigger every day and Democrats showing no signs of stopping their plans to bankrupt America, my bill is an essential part of ensuring that we can create a responsible financial future for generations to come. Thank you to my colleagues for joining this important effort.""

Original co-sponsors of the bill include: Reps. Bill Johnson (OH-06), Randy Weber (TX-14), Dan Bishop (NC-09), Brad Wenstrup (OH-02), William Timmons (SC-04), Dan Crenshaw (TX-02), and Ted Budd (NC-13).

""Reckless government spending is running rampant in Washington, and the $3.5 trillion budget put forth by President Biden, Speaker Pelosi, and Senator Bernie Sanders is the perfect example,"" said Rep. Bill Johnson. ""This disastrous budget is chock full of higher taxes and new government mandates that will decimate American energy, kill jobs, and continue driving up prices on American families from the gas pump to the grocery store. The INFORM Act is critical to putting accountability BACK into government spending by making sure the American people, including my Democratic colleagues, know the devastating toll this reckless government spending spree will take on working families. I am happy to be an original co-sponsor of this important legislation and hope that my colleagues on both sides of the aisle will join me in taking a step toward restoring accountability in our federal government.""

""For years, the Washington Swamp has been addicted to more spending and debt,"" said Rep. Ted Budd. ""Worse yet, taxpayers don't have a full picture of the extent of this looming crisis. That's why I'm glad to sign on to Dr. Murphy's timely bill to bring some public accountability to our country's fiscal situation.""

""The short-sighted spending in Washington, mortgaged on the backs of our children and grandchildren, has to stop,"" said Rep. William Timmons. ""For too long, Congress has been writing checks with no regard for the long-term consequences. The INFORM Act's fiscal-gap and generational adjustment requirements would give us a real sense of the negative impact our runaway spending will have on future Americans. I am proud to be an original cosponsor of Rep. Murphy's much-needed legislation.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-votes-yes-fy2022-ndaa,Murphy Votes YES on FY2022 NDAA,2021-09-23,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"September 23, 2021

Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released the following statement after voting YES on H.R. 4350, the FY2022 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA):

""I was proud to vote in favor of the FY2022 NDAA,"" said Rep. Murphy. ""While this legislation is not perfect, I know that it will provide essential resources for our Armed Forces to defend our country and support U.S. servicemembers and their families. I am confident that the thousands of active-duty servicemembers in my district will greatly benefit from this vital legislation.""

""Among many provisions, this year's NDAA authorizes a well-deserved 2.7% pay increase for servicemembers, extends retention bonuses, boosts the defense topline by nearly $25 billion and funds key counter-terrorism operations in Afghanistan. I am relieved that during a time of great political division, Congress was able to come together today in strong bipartisan support our U.S. military. I will always be a fierce advocate for our brave servicemembers who risk so much to protect and defend our nation.""

FY 2022 NDAA includes:

Increasing the defense topline by nearly $25 billion, ensuring growth of 5% of FY21.

Authorizes a 2.7% pay increase for servicemembers and extends military recruitment and retention bonuses and special pay authorities.

Preserves servicemembers' free speech rights by protecting them from being punished for political statements on social media accounts.

Focuses investment in new and emerging weapon systems capable of penetrating denied operating environments such as China.

Authorizes $250 million to conduct counter-terrorism operations in Afghanistan and prohibits DoD from providing any financial support to the Taliban.

Requires the DoD to immediately submit a plan to Congress on how it will support the evacuation of American citizens from Afghanistan, maintain air superiority, conduct intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions, and carry out counter-terrorism operations.

Strengthens Homeland Security by directing additional National Guard resource to the border and requiring an assessment of the impact on military readiness of DoD transporting illegal immigrants.

Prohibits the transfer of terrorists housed at Guantanamo Bay to any country that is a state sponsor of terrorism.

Prohibits the use of DoD funds to conduct research, including biomedical, infectious disease, and genomic research in China or with any entity controlled by the Chinese Communist Party.

Requires DoD and DNI to assess the involvement of the Chinese Communist Party in the origins of COVID-19.

Focuses investment in new and emerging weapon systems capable of penetrating denied operating environments such as China.

Requires a series of immediate reports to Congress on the following:

Number of Americans left behind in Afghanistan

Personally, identifying information and biometrics of Americans now in the hands of the Taliban

Itemized lists of aircraft, combat vehicles, and other U.S. military equipment left behind

Threats posed by Al Qaeda and other terrorists operating in Afghanistan

Strategic impacts of abandoning Bagram Air Base

Taliban relationship with foreign terrorist organizations

Security impacts on the Taliban release of terrorist prisoners

Financial assets and other resources available to the Taliban

Halts President Biden's dangerous cuts to shipbuilding by providing funding for 13 new battle force ships and prohibiting the decommissioning of 3 cruisers.

Reverses President Biden's dangerous cuts to the procurement of new aircraft, combat vehicles, autonomous systems, missiles, and ammunition.

Prohibits a dishonorable discharge for servicemembers who refuse a COVID-19 vaccination and requires uniform procedures for vaccine exemptions.

Prohibits DoD from acquiring any goods produced with Uyghur forced labor.

Requires DoD to provide annual updates to Congress on China's military advancements and phases out the use of Chinese printed circuit boards in systems and equipment acquired by DoD.

Requires biennial reporting on Russian influence operations and campaigns targeting U.S. military alliances and partnerships and continues prohibitions on military cooperation with Russia and any activities that recognize Russian sovereignty over Crimea.

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Issues:Congress",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-accepts-hero-defender-award-champions-veterans-national-traumatic-brain,"Murphy Accepts Hero Defender Award, Champions Veterans National Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment Act",2021-09-22,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) accepted the prestigious Hero Defender Award from the John P. Mayhugh Foundation in recognition of his outstanding work as an voice for veterans in Congress and for his steadfast leadership as both a member of the House Veterans' Affairs Committee and co-chair of the GOP Doctors Caucus.

Following his acceptance of the award, Congressman Murphy offered a speech in support of his bipartisan bill, H.R. 1014, the Veterans National Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment Act. If passed, H.R. 1014 would direct the Department of Veterans Affairs to create a pilot program for Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) to treat Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). This important bill is part of Congressman Murphy's longstanding effort to push meaningful legislation on behalf of the over 89,000 veterans in the Third District.

You can watch Dr. Murphy's full acceptance speech here. Full speech as prepared for delivery below:

""I am very much honored to receive this very prestigious award from the John P. Mayhugh Foundation, the Hero Defender Award. I am very grateful, as well to Colonel Mary Lowe Mayhugh USA (Ret.) for her untiring efforts on behalf of our military and veterans' community to find ways to treat of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Traumatic Brian Injury (TBI).

Studies have shown that Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) could play a major factor in veteran deaths by suicide. A 2015 study found that as many as 500,000 veterans who fought in Iraq and Afghanistan were diagnosed with PTSD. This staggering number has undeniably grown since the study was conducted, especially in the wake of the crisis in Afghanistan.

Although these brave service members survived the terror of battle, all too often they don't survive the torment of their own thoughts at home and tragically take their own lives. Even those veterans who don't fall victim to their own thoughts, many must still cope with reliving their horrifying experiences abroad. This oftentimes has a tremendous negative effect on their relationships with loved ones and family members.

Unfortunately, we are faced with a regrettable reality: there is not a cure for PTSD or TBI now. However, we can treat their symptoms. As a physician, I have found that Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) can be a helpful treatment for some people who suffer from PTSD and TBI.

HBOT is conducted by placing a patient in a pressurized room or tube and pushing massive amounts of pure oxygen in the pressurized area. By delivering more oxygen to an individual's lungs, their blood can carry more oxygen to help heal cells in their body, including in the brain. I have used HBOT for over 30 years to heal infected areas and non-healing wounds in the body. Although more research needs to be done to determine how effective HBOT is in combatting PTSD and TBI, many who use this treatment have found it to be successful.

PTSD and TBI are peculiar conditions, as different treatments vary for different people. Although HBOT may not be a treatment that helps Patient A, it may be lifesaving for Patient B. symptoms. Our veterans, who have valiantly served our country and sacrificed so much, deserve every remedy available to reduce the mental scarring caused by combat. Every veteran who suffers from PTSD or TBI should be afforded the opportunity to have HBOT if other treatments do not work.

That's why I introduced the Veterans National Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment Act, HR 1014. If passed, my legislation would direct the Secretary of the VA to create a HBOT pilot program for veterans who suffer from TBI or PTSD funded by interested Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs).

While serving in the North Carolina State House of Representatives, I sponsored and passed legislation providing HBOT therapy for veterans in North Carolina. Now, as I serve the Third Congressional District of North Carolina, which is home to the sixth most veterans in the country (over 89,000), I am working to make this potentially life-saving therapy available to all veterans in our country.

American veterans deserve every opportunity to enjoy the freedom that they fought so valiantly for overseas. It is Congress's duty to make sure that this is available to them. I thank you for the opportunity. I thank you for the award. And God bless our veterans – we thank them for their service!""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-honors-life-sgt-nicole-gee-house-floor,Murphy Honors Life of Sgt. Nicole Gee on House Floor,2021-09-21,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – This morning, Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) spoke on the House floor to honor the life and sacrifice of U.S. Marine Sergeant Nicole L. Gee who died in a terrorist attack on August 26, 2021 while supporting non-combatant evacuation operations in Kabul, Afghanistan. You can watch Dr. Murphy's full speech here..

Full speech as prepared for delivery below:

Thank you Madam Speaker.

I rise today in immense remorse. Two weeks ago, U.S. Marine Sergeant Nicole Gee, from Roseville, California, was tragically killed in action during the August 26th bombing on the Kabul International Airport in Afghanistan.

As a physician of over 30 years, I have written hundreds of condolence letters to families whose loved ones have passed away. The letters I wrote to Sergeant Gee's family were amongst the hardest I have ever written.

Sergeant Gee gave her life in service and sacrifice to our nation alongside 12 other beloved U.S. service members, all of whom we remember fondly with admiration, appreciation, and with a deep and humble respect.

Just a few days prior, Sergeant Gee commented on her life as a Marine and she said, ""I love my job.""

Prior to her mission to Afghanistan, Sergeant Gee had been a maintenance technician assigned to Combat Logistics Battalion 24 of the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit. Her unit was based out of Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, in my district.

I know I can speak for everyone in Eastern North Carolina, and the Camp Lejeune community, in offering our most sincere condolences to Sergeant Gee's husband, fellow Marine Jarod Gee, as well as her family and loved ones during this extremely difficult time.

Sergeant Gee's bravery, empathy, patriotism, and unwavering commitment to others will never be forgotten. Her willingness to put herself in harm's way to protect her country and the cause of freedom is the most selfless act one can commit, and words are not enough to convey our district's sadness and our gratitude.

As a female Marine, Sergeant Gee represented one of the fewer; one of the prouder. Women make up less than 10% of the Marine Corps; but these women carry the same flag, fight the same fight, and bleed the same blood as their brothers on the battlefield.

Sergeant Nicole Gee's selflessness reminds us of the many sacrifices our women in uniform make for our country every day. We will never forget her sacrifice, or the sacrifices of her brothers and sisters in arms.

Importantly, Sergeant Gee will always be remembered for her compassion and grace. Most Americans have seen this iconic photo of Sergeant Gee cradling and comforting an Afghan child at the Kabul airport.

This image is just a snapshot of her outstanding commitment to others, as her loved ones and fellow Marines remember Nicole as an outstanding person who always had a positive attitude and never failed to put a smile on everyone's face.

Sergeant Gee's dear friend, Marine Sergeant Mallory Harrison, recently took to social media to say, ""I find peace knowing that she left this world doing what she loved. She was a Marine's Marine. She cared about people. She loved fiercely. She was a light in this dark world.""

One infantry Marine who served in Afghanistan with her, Rowdy Woods, wrote, ""Nicole loved what she was doing out here and she knew the risks. She did it anyway because she is, and forever will be, one badass Marine.""

For more than two weeks, residents and visitors in Onslow County have been paying their respects to Sergeant Gee and her 12 fallen comrades outside of Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune.

Thank you to all the military families and other community members for adorning the gates of Camp Lejeune with flowers, meaningful signs, and combat boots.

The outpouring of love and support that I have seen in the Third District is a true testament to the epic legacy that Sergeant Gee and all of our lost service members now leave behind.

It is an honor to represent the Marines in my district; they represent the very best among us as steadfast patriots risking everything to preserve the life and liberty for our great nation. Their commitment is unmatched.

I, again, extend my sincere condolences to Sergeant Gee's family, friends, fellow Marines, and others who were touched by her wonderful life and valiant service. There is a true void in her absence. Sergeant Gee will be missed, but her sacrifice will NEVER be forgotten.

I yield my time.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-announces-1-million-grant-currituck-county-flood-elevation,Murphy Announces $1 Million Grant for Currituck County Flood Elevation,2021-09-16,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) announced that the State of North Carolina and FEMA have approved a hazard mitigation project grant of $1,040,864 to improve disaster resilience in Currituck County. The grant will be used to pay for the elevation of seven flood-prone homes in Corolla, Grandy, Barco, Moyock, Grandy, and Currituck. Funding from FEMA's Hazard Mitigation Grant Program became available as the result of a federal disaster declaration following Hurricane Florence in 2018.

Congressman Greg Murphy (NC-03) issued the following statement:

""Thank you to FEMA for providing this vital flood mitigation grant to Currituck County,"" said Murphy. ""Eastern North Carolina residents know all too well the threat of emergency weather and flooding, and I am so glad that seven Currituck County family homes will be benefit from this important investment. The homes receiving elevation are located inside a Special Flood Hazard Area, which means they have a history of flooding from hurricanes and other storms. Elevating these structures to the Base Floor Elevation (BFE) and ensuring freeboard requirements are essential steps to protect against hazardous weather, not to mention a great financial investment. In fact, a recent study by the National Institute of Building Sciences found that for every dollar spent on federal mitigation, taxpayers save six dollars. I applaud FEMA for their remarkable efforts to equip our communities with resources to respond to future weather disasters.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=400052,Foxx Announces 2021 Military Service Academy Nomination Opening Window,2021-09-13,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Virginia Foxx,F000450,foxx.house.gov,foxx,https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) announced the opening of the Military Service Academy nomination window for appointments to the Class of 2026:

“As the Representative for North Carolina’s Fifth Congressional District, one of my most important responsibilities is to nominate our next generation of leaders to honorably serve at one of our nation’s premiere military service academies,” said Rep. Foxx. “By both learning and upholding the values and traditions within their chosen branch, these young men and women will go on to become top notch military officers and serve the United States at home and abroad.”

Who is Eligible?

An applicant for a nomination must meet the following eligibility requirements as of July 1 of the year of admission to a service academy. He or she must be at least 17 years old, but not have passed their 23rd birthday, must be a United States citizen, a resident of North Carolina’s 5th congressional district and must be unmarried, not pregnant, and have no legal obligation to support children or other dependents.

Application Details

Students interested in a nomination should contact my Dallas District Office in the spring of their junior year in high school or the summer before their senior year in high school. To apply for a nomination, please download the application. Please complete the application and return it with the required attachments by Friday, October 29, 2021.

Dallas District Office

1303 Dallas Cherryville Hwy., Ste. 182

Dallas, NC 28034

Phone: (336) 778-0211

Fax: (336) 778-2290

Toll Free: (866) 677-8968",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-releases-statement-on-biden-administration-drug-pricing-scheme-more,"Hudson Releases Statement on Biden Administration Drug Pricing Scheme: 'More Government, Less Cures'",2021-09-09,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement on a proposal released today by the Biden administration on prescription drug prices:

""President Biden's plan is a shortsighted attempt to give government more control over your healthcare. It goes further than House Democrat's current proposal, which already leads to a decrease of over 60 new breakthrough medications according to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""Do we want to risk finding cures for diseases including Alzheimer's, Cystic Fibrosis, or Childhood DIPG? As a member of the Health Subcommittee and Healthy Future Task Force, I will continue to fight to expand access to cures and prescription drugs through common sense, free market proposals.""

Today, the Biden administration released a detailed plan to address prescription drug prices. The plan expands upon House Democrat's proposed H.R. 3, a drug pricing scheme that will limit new cures from coming to market. In August, the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office determined the proposal would lead to 61 new medications not being developed over 10 years. Instead, Rep. Hudson is a cosponsor of H.R. 19, the Lower Costs Mores Cures Act. This legislation includes bipartisan reforms to lower out-of-pocket spending, protect access to new medicines and cures, strengthen transparency, and champion competition. Read more about the bill here.

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https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-announces-1m-grant-lake-mattamuskeet-carp-removal,Murphy Announces $1M Grant for Lake Mattamuskeet Carp Removal,2021-09-09,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Greenville, N.C. – Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released this response following the news that Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge and the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission have been awarded a $1 million dollar grant to remove invasive Common Carp from Lake Mattamuskeet. This grant was awarded by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Large Invasive Species grant program and will go into effect in FY2023.

""I am glad that we are receiving this grant to remove common carp from Lake Mattamuskeet,"" said Murphy. ""Lake Mattamuskeet is the largest naturally-formed lake in North Carolina, and it has been a wonderful landmark for Hyde County residents and visitors over the past 200 years. As such, it is critical that we provide necessary resources to protect and conserve the landscape and improve water quality for wildlife. Removing harmful and invasive species from Lake Mattamuskeet is part of a larger Watershed Restoration Plan that aims to better water management and increase lake vegetation coverage, as well as address chronic and persistent flooding in the surrounding area. I applaud our community efforts to keep Eastern North Carolina beautiful for years to come!""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-unpacking-first-eight-months-america-s-most-self-destructive-presidency,Murphy: “Unpacking the first eight months of America’s most self-destructive presidency”,2021-09-08,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) published an opinion column in the Washington Examiner in which he identifies the Top 5 Blunders of the Biden presidency: the botched Afghanistan withdrawal, broken promises, the rise in crime/defund the police movement, the Biden Border Crisis, and his unhinged tax-and-spend agenda.

""New presidents normally enjoy a yearlong honeymoon before they face intense public scrutiny,"" Rep. Murphy writes. ""However, due to a series of catastrophic self-inflicted failures, President Joe Biden has prematurely received intense rebukes from voters. Public polling confirms this crisis of confidence. Biden's approval rating has dropped an astounding 16 points in the last three months, leaving many to question his capacity to serve as commander in chief.""

You can read the full op-ed here:

Unpacking the first eight months of the country's most self-destructive presidency

New presidents normally enjoy a yearlong honeymoon before they face intense public scrutiny. However, due to a series of catastrophic self-inflicted failures, President Joe Biden has prematurely received intense rebukes from voters.

Public polling confirms this crisis of confidence. Biden's approval rating has dropped an astounding 16 points in the last three months, leaving many to question his capacity to serve as commander in chief. What's more, the New York Post recently reported that 6 in 10 voters believe the country has gone ""seriously off track."" Consumer confidence has also fallen to the lowest level since February.

Here are the top five blunders of the Biden presidency:

1. Disastrous Afghanistan withdrawal

While there was a national consensus that it was past time to leave Afghanistan, most people believe Biden's failed withdrawal from Afghanistan was a massive disaster. His haphazard and poorly calculated withdrawal led to the death of 13 U.S. service members , put countless Americans and trusted allies in peril, and tarnished our international reputation. It may take generations to earn back worldwide trust.

Yet, throughout this crisis, many feel we have had a callous and incoherent president who preferred to check his watch throughout a tearful and dignified fallen service member transfer ceremony rather than honor them. All people are demanding answers as to why Biden failed to anticipate the Taliban's rapid takeover of Afghanistan and why he asked the Afghan president to lie about it. Biden's chaotic withdrawal is inexcusable, unforgivable, and pushed only for political gain.

2. Broken promises

During his inauguration, Biden promised that he would govern for all people. Instead, Biden has delivered the single most radical and divisive agenda in our nation's history. He has not sought consensus in governing as promised but has been single-minded in pushing his partisan agenda.

Unfortunately, Biden's broken promises go far beyond campaigning, as just a few weeks ago, Biden promised that he would not leave Americans stranded in Afghanistan. Yet, when the last military plane departed from Kabul last week, hundreds of Americans and our allies were left at the mercy of terrorists. Our friends around the world are now questioning our allegiance to our own citizens, not to mention our commitment to international partnerships.

3. Defunding the police

It's no secret that far-left progressives are pulling the strings of Biden's agenda. As a result, the radical and senseless ""defund the police"" movement has not only come to define the Democratic Party, but its civil unrest mantra has put our communities and law enforcement in danger.

The results are evident. Last summer, Los Angeles defunded the LAPD by $150 million. One year later, homicides are up 41%. Over the same period, New York defunded the NYPD by an astounding $484 million, and reported shootings have skyrocketed 64%. This self-inflicted crime crisis, a direct result of anti-police rhetoric, has become a public safety disaster.

4. Biden's border crisis

One of Biden's first acts as president was to unravel the commonsense border protections put in place under former President Donald Trump. In doing so, Biden told the world that our borders were open and our rule of law would not be enforced. Once Biden began to see the national security implications of his open border policies, Biden charged insouciant Vice President Kamala Harris with leading his debacle. Since then, the crisis has only deteriorated.

Tragically, this administration is on pace to allow 1.7 million illegal immigrants into the United States by the end of 2021. Biden's self-inflicted border crisis is a direct result of his inability to form a cogent national security policy.

5. Tax-and-spend agenda

Thanks to Biden's nonstop tax-and-spend agenda, inflation is at its highest rate in 40 years. Now, nearly 9 in 10 people have reported a concern about the rising cost of living. High inflation is a disproportionate tax on the poor in this country, and big government spending only makes it worse.

In Biden's economy, everyone must spend more to get less. His creation of an artificial economic crisis, where people are paid not to work, has led to astounding unemployment while at the same time a record demand for jobs. This myopic economic agenda hinders growth, hurts long-term investments, and supports our economic adversaries, including Communist China. While Biden promised to govern as a centrist, he has undoubtedly ruled as a socialist.

Fortunately, as evidenced by Biden's plummeting approval numbers, people are seeing through this hollow and incoherent presidency. We can only hope that the sum of Biden's blunders is not so great that we cannot turn the ship around, starting with retaking the House in 2022.

Greg Murphy represents North Carolina's 3rd Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-introduces-bipartisan-bill-to-expand-access-to-mobile-health-units-and,Hudson Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Expand Access to Mobile Health Units and Community Health Centers,2021-09-07,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), along with Rep. Susie Lee (D-NV), Rep. Raul Ruiz, M.D. (D-CA), and Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler (R-WA), introduced the bipartisan MOBILE Health Care Act last week. This bill would allow Federally-Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) to use New Access Point (NAP) grants for establishing mobile health units, building renovation, and acquisition and construction costs to increase access to affordable, quality health care in rural and underserved communities.

""Federal Qualified Health Centers are critical for millions of veterans and families, especially in rural communities throughout North Carolina and our country,"" said Rep. Richard Hudson. ""I'm proud to introduce the bipartisan MOBILE Health Care Act to ensure these centers have the flexibility they need to further expand access to health care. I look forward to working with my colleagues to advance this bill.""

Across the country, one in 11 Americans, including 400,000 veterans, rely on FQHCs for health care. Currently, FQHCs cannot use NAP grants for mobile health units or construction costs. This means that many small and rural communities across the country that do not have the population base to support full-time health centers are missing out on critical health care that mobile health centers could provide. This bill would expand allowable use criteria in the NAP program to include creating new mobile delivery sites that serve medically underserved populations and renovating existing community health center buildings.

""When it comes to providing access to affordable, quality healthcare, Federally-Qualified Health Centers are often the only option for thousands of Nevada families,"" said primary bill sponsor Rep. Susie Lee. ""With this bill, we'll be able to help community health centers expand into communities that have traditionally been hard to reach. It will ensure that all Nevadans, no matter where they live, will receive the health care they deserve.""

You can learn more about the MOBILE Health Care Act here.

Endorsing Organizations Include:

National Association of Community Health Centers

National Rural Health Association

National Health Care for the Homeless Council

North Carolina Community Health Center Association

Cabarrus Rowan Community Health Centers, Inc. (North Carolina)

Community Free Clinic (North Carolina)

""The North Carolina Community Health Center Association supports the MOBILE Health Care Act because it would provide flexibility for our Community Health Centers to expand access to comprehensive primary care services for rural and underserved communities of our great state. By supporting the use of mobile health care units, this bill would strengthen our Community Health Centers' capacity to reach additional communities with unmet health care needs. For example, they can offer medical services to an underserved community to develop a patient base with mobile units as a bridge before planning a permanent expansion, or they can provide dental care services in areas which cannot yet sustain a brick-and-mortar location. Currently, North Carolina's Community Health Centers care for over 685,000 patients, and they stand eager and ready to expand their services to meet North Carolinians' unique needs; the MOBILE Health Care Act will equip North Carolina's Community Health Centers to do just that."" – Chris Shank, President & CEO of North Carolina Community Health Center Association (NCCHCA)

""Cabarrus Rowan Community Health Centers, Inc. supports the MOBILE Health Care Act as a way to increase access to care into communities with special populations who need our services, especially in rural areas due to limited patient population. Our organization provides comprehensive primary care, behavioral health, dental, and many other services to more than 12,000 residents per year, including over 2,000 public housing, 200 homeless, and 50 migrant patients that would be best served by mobile health units being able to bridge the gap to care in the communities we serve. The ability to expand the reach of Community Health Centers to service our communities via this opportunity will be essential to expanding access to care for all, while improving the quality of healthcare in the communities we serve regardless of geographic area."" – Don Holloman, CEO of Cabarrus Rowan Community Health Centers, Inc. (CRCHC)

""Improving the resources available to our low-income, uninsured residents is vital to maintaining a strong Healthcare Safety Net. As a private, non-profit free clinic we value all resources made available to addressing our mission of healthcare to the uninsured. Our partnership with Cabarrus County's Federally Qualified Health Center (CRCHC) ensures that healthcare resources are available to those who do not qualify for our services due to income."" – Community Free Clinic (CFC)

""NACHC thanks Rep. Susie Lee (D-NV), Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler (R-WA), Rep. Raul Ruiz (D-CA), and Rep. Richard Hudson (R-NC) for introducing the MOBILE Health Care Act. By including mobile medical equipment and vehicles as part of the allowable use criteria in the New Access Point Grant program, this legislation will give health centers the flexibility to expand access to care to millions of patients in medically underserved and rural areas,"" said Tom Van Coverden, President & CEO, National Association of Community Health Centers. ""The bill will allow our health centers to build on the success of using mobile clinics to combat the COVID-19 pandemic and enable clinics to expand services to hard-to-reach populations, including those experiencing homelessness, older adults, and those in rural communities. NACHC urges Congress to pass this bipartisan legislation.""

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-biden-s-abysmal-jobs-report-exposes-weakness-america-last-agenda,Murphy: “Biden’s Abysmal Jobs Report Exposes Weakness of 'America Last' Agenda,2021-09-03,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) shared the following statement in response to President Biden's disastrous August jobs report. Liberal economists had forecasted 728,000 job gains for the month of August, but Biden's economy only delivered 235,000 jobs – falling way short of expectations:

""President Biden's abysmal August jobs report exposes the weakness of his ‘America Last' economic agenda, said Murphy. ""By paying people not to work, President Biden has disincentivized workforce participation and severely hindered our economy. Now American families and small businesses are paying the price.

To be clear, our country has roughly 10 million available jobs, yet 8.4 million Americans remain unemployed. With a surplus of open jobs and demand for workers being higher than ever, we should be hitting record job numbers each month. Instead, this awful jobs report underscores the utter failure of this Administration's backwards economic policy that pays Americans not to work, decimating small businesses across the nation. Even CNN referred to Biden's report as a ‘big disappointment', while CNBC said the devastating numbers were ‘terrible news for the real economy.' It is far past time for liberal lawmakers to stop paying people not to work and instead join Republicans in putting our nation back on the road to economic recovery.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-secures-key-provisions-in-national-defense-bill,Hudson Secures Key Provisions in National Defense Bill,2021-09-02,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), Fort Bragg's Congressman and a voice for veterans, has helped secure several key provisions for active-duty servicemembers, military families and veterans in the FY 22 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The annual defense bill was approved by the House Armed Services Committee yesterday and will now move to consideration by the full House of Representatives. Thanks to a Republican-led effort, an additional $23.9 billion for the Department of Defense (DoD) was also authorized.

""As Fort Bragg's Congressman, it's an honor to represent so many active-duty soldiers, their families and our veterans. That's why in this year's Defense Bill, I am proud to help secure critical bipartisan provisions including funding for Fort Bragg and expanded ways to improve the lives of our military families,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""As the recent mission in Afghanistan demonstrated, nothing is more important than supporting the readiness of our troops and military families like those at Fort Bragg. While this bill is a good start, I will continue to work with my colleagues to support the military and veterans in North Carolina and throughout our country.""

Rep. Hudson has sponsored legislation and advocated for many priorities included in this year's defense bill. A breakdown is found below.

Representative Hudson's Priorities Secured in the NDAA

Military Family Readiness/ Education/ Healthcare

Includes the Counting Overlooked Base Impact Aid (COBIA) Act, introduced by Rep. Hudson and Rep. Rob Wittman in July.

Ensures schools educating service-connected children receive the full sum of federal Impact Aid to which they are currently entitled.

Authorizes an increase in funding of $70 million for Impact Aid — $50 million for supplemental Impact Aid and $20 million for Impact Aid for military children with severe disabilities.

Requires a report on the Preservation of the Force and Family Program (POTFF) for Special Operations Forces (SOF).

The report will provide progress of implementation for SOF.

The report will include plans for improvement to POTFF to better address needs of the SOF community.

Requires a report to modernize the Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) calculation for military families.

Mandates a review of the Military Health System's blast injury policy to include Traumatic Brain Injury

Directs the DoD to standardize definitions and tracking of suicide attempts and suicidal behavior across all military services.

Military Construction

Reduces the threshold amount for Base Commander's Military Construction (MILCON) project funding approval. Current law requires Secretary-level approval.

By allowing projects below $2 million to be approved at a lower level, this will allow bases – such as Fort Bragg – to do routine maintenance, upgrade projects, and smaller MILCON projects much easier and faster.

FY2022 Military Construction for Fort Bragg

Total funding: $27.2 million

Emergency Water System - $7.7 million

MW Microgrid Utilizing Existing and New Generators - $19.5 million

Meets several priorities identified by Rep. Hudson in testimony to the Appropriations Committee in May.

PFAS

Requires the DoD to publish results of drinking and groundwater PFAS testing conducted on or near military installations or former defense sites.

Requires the DoD to review current practices to prevent or mitigate Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) spills and develop best practices for spill prevention and mitigation.

Increases transparency and facilitates information-sharing with defense communities impacted by PFAS contamination.

Requires DoD to offer PFAS exposure evaluation and testing for servicemembers who wants it as part of their annual exam.

End Strength/ Pay and Compensation

Authorizes active duty end strength levels (U.S. Army: 485,000)

Provides a basic needs allowance for low-income servicemembers

Military Justice and Sexual Assault

Ensures that survivors of sexual assault are notified of the outcomes of any administrative action taken against their perpetrator.

Requires that the Secretary of Defense provide to victims a list of approved civilian victim service organizations from which a victim may seek additional legal assistance, legal representation, or other related services.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-applauds-217m-defense-contract-elizabeth-city,Murphy Applauds $217M Defense Contract for Elizabeth City,2021-09-01,2021,2021-09,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released this statement following the news that TCOM, a global leader in airborne persistent surveillance solutions with manufacturing and testing facilities in Elizabeth City, has received a $217 million contract from the U.S. Army. This contract will be used to procure 10 modified 34-meter Persistent Surveillance Systems-Tethered (PSS-T) which will boost tactical reconnaissance and surveillance. The project has an estimated completion date of March 23, 2027.

""I am thrilled to hear that TCOM has been awarded this significant military contract,"" said Murphy. ""For over 40 years, TCOM has been a leader in leveraging advanced technology to combat threats to U.S. national security. The PSS-T is designed to collect intelligence information from sensors and integrate it with other aerial and ground radars, and I am proud that this important technology is made right here in the Third District. This $217 million investment is a big win for Elizabeth City, and I hope it will create new opportunities and bolster additional high-paying jobs for residents in the Third District. I look forward to seeing how these tactical devices will be used to support military communications and reinforce intelligence capabilities for years to come.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:17:01Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-cosponsors-bill-to-award-congressional-gold-medals-to-fallen-servicemembers,Hudson Cosponsors Bill to Award Congressional Gold Medals to Fallen Servicemembers,2021-08-31,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), Fort Bragg's Congressman, cosponsored legislation introduced today by Congresswoman Lisa McClain (MI-10) to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 U.S. military servicemembers who were killed in Afghanistan last week.

The legislation will award the Congressional Gold Medal to Staff Sgt. Darin Taylor Hoover, Sgt. Johanny Rosario Pichardo, Sgt. Nicole Gee, Cpl. Hunter Lopez, Cpl. Daegan Page, Cpl. Humberto Sanchez, Cpl. David Lee Espinoza, Lance Cpl. Jared Schmitz, Lance Cpl. Rylee McCollum, Lance Cpl. Dylan Merola, Lance Cpl. Kareem Nikoui, Hospitalman Maxton Soviak and Staff Sgt. Ryan Knauss.

""The brave men and women in uniform lost in Kabul risked their lives to save our fellow citizens and allies. As Fort Bragg's Congressman, I continue to pray for the family of Staff Sgt. Ryan Knauss, as well as the families of each of these heroes. This legislation will help ensure our nation will never forget their sacrifices,"" said Rep. Hudson.

""These heroic men and women are gone far too soon, and we must honor them for their bravery in helping U.S. citizens and Afghan allies safely evacuate Afghanistan,"" said Rep. McClain. ""My heart aches for the families and loved ones of our servicemembers. We will always remember their service and pay tribute to their sacrifice.""

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-bost-pressure-chairman-takano-reconvene-veterans-affairs-committee,"Murphy, Bost Pressure Chairman Takano to Reconvene for Hearing on Veteran Mental Health",2021-08-31,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) and House Veterans' Affairs Committee (HVAC) Ranking Member Mike Bost (IL-12) led a letter to HVAC Chairman Mark Takano (CA-41) urging him to reconvene HVAC immediately to conduct a full committee hearing about the implications of the failed Afghanistan withdrawal on the mental and emotional wellbeing of our nation's veterans.

Additional co-signers of the letter include: Rep. Jack Bergman (MI-01), Rep. Barry Moore (AL-02), Rep. Madison Cawthorn (NC-11), Rep. Matthew Rosendale, Sr. (MT at-large), Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02), and Rep. Jake Ellzey (TX-06).

""As a physician of more than 30 years, I am deeply concerned about the psychological impact that President Biden's failed withdrawal is having on veterans and active-duty service members across the country,"" said Rep. Murphy. ""I represent over 89,000 veterans in North Carolina's Third District, which includes Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. Every day I am hearing from veterans and their loved ones who express serious concern regarding ongoing events in Afghanistan. As members of HVAC, we have an obligation to provide resources for our veterans and assure them that they are not alone. There is never any shame in asking for help. I urge Chairman Takano to call our committee back to Washington immediately so we can hear from experts and discuss much-needed veteran mental health services in the wake of this crisis -- we simply cannot afford to wait.""

""As the world bears witness to the Biden Administration's failure in Afghanistan, the VA Committee must be laser focused on supporting the veterans who served there,"" said Ranking Member Bost. ""We know this continued crisis is already taking a toll on veterans' mental health. That's why I joined my colleagues in calling on Chairman Takano to hold a hearing to ensure the men and women who served have what they need to cope. We should have no higher priority.""

""The American people owe a great debt to our veterans, and Congress cannot let them down during this extremely emotional and painful period"" said Rep. Moore. ""The House Veterans Affairs Committee must reconvene immediately to examine the impacts of our failed Afghanistan retreat on the mental health of our veterans. Congress must send the clear message to all those who served that their sacrifices will never be forgotten and our joint resolve to support them is unshaken.""

""Mental health in our veteran community has always been a challenge. For decades we have worked to improve mental health access and services for our veterans,"" said Rep. Miller-Meeks. ""Over the last few weeks, the world has watched Afghanistan become a true crisis. I have spoken to many veterans and active-duty soldiers who served in Afghanistan and they need to know that we support them and their sacrifice to our country.""

""Those who honorably served in Afghanistan deserve our appreciation and support,"" said Rep. Ellzey. ""They did not fail our country. Washington did. The untold impact that this withdrawal will have on our service members must be addressed.""

Full text of the letter can be found here:

Dear Chairman Takano,

As our nation bears witness to President Biden's failed withdrawal from Afghanistan, our nation's veterans are being bombarded with devastating images of retreat resulting in the loss of life and liberty. As a result, many veterans have understandably expressed fear, stress, disdain, or regret about their service, worrying if their sacrifices and the loss of their fellow servicemembers occurred in vain.

Needless to say, this is an incredibly painful time for our servicemembers and veterans, particularly those who served in Afghanistan and Iraq over the past 20 years. Our hearts are with them and also with all the Gold Star families and loved ones of servicemembers and veterans across the country.

As we mourn the sacrifice that our selfless soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines are making in Kabul, we are deeply concerned about the psychological impact that this foreign policy disaster is having on our nation's veterans at home. With this in mind, we urge you to bring the House Veterans' Affairs Committee (HVAC) back to Washington, D.C. immediately to conduct a full committee hearing on the short and long-term implications of this devasting debacle on veteran mental health and ensure veterans are aware of the many resources VA has to offer them during this challenging time.

The hearing should include Secretary McDonough, leaders from the veteran community like the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, and individual servicemembers and veterans who can speak to the immediate and long-term effects of the stress and trauma they are undergoing.

We must convey to our nation's veterans that their service and sacrifice have not been in vain, and that despite political failures in Washington, they are heroes that have indeed accomplished their mission in Afghanistan and left the world a better, safer place.

Thank you for your consideration and attention to this pressing matter. As the tragic situation in Afghanistan continues to unfold, I look forward to your prompt reply.

Sincerely,",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-cosponsors-bill-award-congressional-gold-medals-fallen-servicemembers,Murphy Cosponsors Bill to Award Congressional Gold Medals to Fallen Servicemembers,2021-08-31,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) cosponsored a bipartisan bill to posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 U.S. servicemembers who were killed in Afghanistan last week.

If passed, this legislation would award the Congressional Gold Medal to Camp Lejeune Sgt. Nicole L. Gee, Staff Sgt. Darin Taylor Hoover, Sgt. Johanny Rosario Pichardo, Cpl. Hunter Lopez, Cpl. Deagan Page, Cpl. Humberto Sanchez, Cpl. David Lee Espinoza, Lance Cpl. Jared Schmitz, Lance Cpl. Rylee McCollum, Lance Cpl. Dylan Merola, Lance Cpl. Kareem Nikoui, Navy Corpsman Maxton Soviak and Staff Sgt. Ryan Knauss.

""As we grieve the loss of Sgt. Nicole Gee and all of the beloved U.S. servicemembers who gave their lives in service to our nation, I am committed to celebrating the life and legacy of these incredible men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice,"" said Rep Murphy. ""Awarding these outstanding individuals and their families with our highest Congressional honor is the least we can do to honor their memory. Their bravery, selflessness, and courage will never be forgotten. It is with a heavy heart in the wake of this tragedy that I urge Speaker Pelosi to bring this bipartisan bill to the floor as quickly as possible.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/honoring-our-heroes,Honoring Our Heroes,2021-08-29,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"This week America lost 13 of our bravest citizens. They knew there was a threat of an attack and they carried out their mission anyway. Heroic — the only way to describe their actions. We honor their legacy and the sacrifice that they made on behalf of this great nation. To the 13 new Gold Star families, please know your loved ones died as heroes and we will always honor their memories.

John 15:13: ""Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends.""

Who they were:

*excerpts of articles included below

Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Taylor Hoover, 31, of Daggett County, Utah

Everyone looked up to Staff Sgt. Taylor Hoover.

He was the oldest of three siblings in his family, so his two younger siblings always admired him, his father, Darin Hoover, said. He was the first grandchild born on either side of his family, so all the cousins, nieces and nephews looked up to him, too.

""Everybody would go to him because that's just the personality that he had. He was a born leader. He was helping those that are less fortunate, those that can't help themselves, serving his country — the one thing that he's always wanted to do. He loved his country. It meant more to him than anything else, besides his family"" – Darin Hoover

Marine Corps Sgt. Johanny Rosariopichardo, 25, of Lawrence, Massachusetts

Rosario was assigned to the 5th Marine Expeditionary Brigade, Naval Support Activity Bahrain. She was a graduate of Lawrence High School.

Lawrence Mayor Kendrys Vasquez said Saturday that Rosario was ""a daughter of our city"" and a 2014 graduate of Lawrence High School, where she was a member of the Junior ROTC program.

""Johanny Rosario was a special being in our community, full of light and armed with valor and bravery, who at the young age of 18 decided to raise her hand to serve our country as a member of the United States Marine Corps,"" Vasquez said.

Marine Corps Sgt. Nicole L. Gee, 23, of Sacramento, California

A week ago, Gee, 23, posted a photo on Instagram that showed her holding a baby at that airport. She added a simple, profound comment: ""I love my job."" The same photo was posted by the Department of Defense on Aug. 21.

Gee, from Sacramento, California, served as a maintenance technician with the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit from Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. On her Instagram page, she described herself as a ""positive mental attitude advocate."" And according to her own social media page, she had been meritoriously promoted to Sergeant earlier this month.

Gee graduated from Oakmont High School in Roseville in 2016 prior to joining the military, according to Oakmont principal Isabel Govea.

In a letter, Govea wrote ""Nicole is a hometown hero. Her life and service to our country will never be forgotten.""

Marine Corps Cpl. Hunter Lopez, 22, of Riverside County, California

Cpl. Lopez was from a family with deep roots in the Coachella Valley. He is the son of two Riverside County Sheriff's Department employees.

""We are heartbroken to hear this sad news about Hunter, who chose to follow a life of service, selflessness, courage and sacrifice, like his parents,"" the news release reads.

The sheriff's association said that Hunter Lopez was a Riverside Sheriff's Explorer Scout with the Palm Desert Station from September 2014 to August 2017. He was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 1st Marines and was planning on joining the sheriff's department when he returned from deployment.

Marine Corps Cpl. Daegan William-Tyeler Page, 23, of Red Oak, Iowa

For Cpl. Daegan Page, the words etched in ink on his chest said it all: ""Death Before Dishonor."" This week he gave his life while trying to give others a better one.

""Our hearts are broken,"" his family said in a statement. Daegan always looked forward to coming home and hanging out with his family and many buddies in Nebraska. To his younger siblings, he was their favorite jungle gym and to his friends, he was a genuinely happy guy that you could always count on. After finishing his enlistment, Daegan planned to come home and go to a local trade school, possibly to become a lineman.

Daegan will always be remembered for his tough outer shell and giant heart…""

Marine Corps Cpl. Humberto Sanchez, 22, of Logansport, Indiana

Cpl. Sanchez was among 17 members of his Logansport High School class who joined the military after their 2017 graduation, the school's principal said.

Sanchez played on the school's varsity soccer team and was in the homecoming court his senior year, Principal Matt Jones said. Jones called Sanchez a dedicated artist who took many art classes along with honors and dual credit college courses.

Marine Corps Lance Cpl. David Espinoza, 20, of Laredo, Texas

David had always idolized military life and had aspired to becoming a Border Patrol agent after his service in the Marine Corps, his mother said during a recent interview.

""At 13, he would always play with his pencils and hangers, that they were his guns,"" she said. ""He always wanted to do that.""

""I feel sad, but I feel happy because he is a hero,"" Ms. Holguin said. ""He was there helping innocent people. That was what he wanted to do.""

""Humberto was a bright, athletic young man who was popular, well-liked by his soccer teammates, classmates, coaches and teachers,"" Jones said. ""He was honored to be putting on the Marine uniform and serving his country.""

Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Jared Schmitz, 20, of Wentzville, Missouri

Lance Cpl. Schmitz decided on the Marines around his freshman and sophomore years in high school, his dad said. Once he made up his mind, he made himself a regular at the Marine office in St. Peters, and began training religiously with recruits even though he wasn't yet enlisted.

""We used to give him trouble about it,"" Mark Schmitz said, ""but of course, now we look back on it with admiration.""

He said he didn't know exactly what drew his son to the Marines, especially because the rest of the veterans in the family were in the Navy. But Schmitz said Jared liked to chart his own path and relished joking with his relatives that his branch was better than theirs.

Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Rylee McCollum, 20, Jackson, Wyoming

""He wanted to be a Marine his whole life and carried around his rifle in his diapers and cowboy boots,"" McCollum's sister said. ""He was determined to be in the infantry … Rylee wanted to be a history teacher and a wrestling coach when he finished serving his country. He's a tough, kind, loving kid who made an impact on everyone he met. His jokes and wit brought so much joy…Rylee will always be a hero, not just for the ultimate sacrifice he made for our country, but for the way he impacted every life around him for the better.""

Rylee leaves behind a wife who is expecting their first child in just three weeks.

Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Dylan R. Merola, 20, of Rancho Cucamonga, California

Merola was a graduate of Los Osos High School. On Friday, students there honored him during the school's first football game of the season by wearing red, white and blue.

""Dylan was a beloved son, brother, grandson, great grandson, nephew, a great friend and a brave [Marine] who paid the ultimate sacrifice at the Abbey Gate at Hamid Karzai International Airport during the evacuation,"" friend Joseph.

Merola's uncle shared the following statement about his nephew:

""Dylan loved doing stage set up and technical theater at Los Osos High School in Rancho Cucamonga. He was the kind of person who would always be there for his friends and just enjoyed hanging out with family for family cook nights. They would hike, fish, kayak and spend time just being together. He will be truly missed and always in our hearts.""

Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Kareem Nikoui, 20, of Norco, California

Cpl. Nikoui graduated from Norco High School in 2019 and served in the Junior ROTC, according to a statement by the city. He is survived by his parents and siblings.

Hours before he died, he sent videos to his family showing himself interacting with children in Afghanistan.

Nikoui's father, Steve Nikoui, said in an interview that his son loved serving his country and had ""always wanted to be Marine."" He was stationed at Camp Pendleton in North County.

""He really loved that [Marine Corps] family,"" the father said. ""He was devoted—he was going to make a career out of this, and he wanted to go. No hesitation for him to be called to duty.""

Navy Hospital Corpsman Max Soviak, 22, of Berlin Heights, Ohio

""Max was a wonderful son who loved his family, his community, and was proud to serve in the U.S. Navy.

He was excited about the opportunities the Navy would offer him and planned to make the Navy a career. We are incredibly proud of his service to our country.

As we mourn the loss of our son, we also mourn for the loss of the Marines and Soldier who were killed and pray for the speedy recovery of all of those wounded in Afghanistan.

Words cannot express how heartbroken we are with this news and we will miss Max tremendously…"" – Soviak Family

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Ryan Knauss, 23, of Corryton, Tennessee

Army Staff Sgt. Ryan Knauss was remembered as a motivated man who loved his country and was looking forward to coming back to the U.S. and eventually moving to Washington, D.C., family members said.

""He grew up in a Christian home, attended Berean Christian school through eighth grade and spent four years at Gibbs High,"" his grandfather, Wayne Knauss, told WKRN. ""A motivated young man who loved his country. He was a believer so we will see him again in God's heaven.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-mourns-the-loss-of-us-army-staff-sergeant-ryan-knauss,Hudson Mourns the Loss of U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Ryan Knauss,2021-08-28,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"August 28, 2021
Press Release
WASHINGTON, D.C. –
U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), Fort Bragg's Congressman, released the following statement mourning the loss of U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Ryan C. Knauss in Thursday's attack in Kabul. Staff Sergeant Knauss was assigned to B Company, 9th Psychological Battalion, 8th Psychological Operations Group, Fort Bragg, NC.
""Renee and I join our country in praying for the family of Staff Sergeant Ryan Knauss, including his wife in Pinebluff and his extended family in Tennessee and Florida,""
said Rep. Hudson.
""His loss is felt by our entire Fort Bragg community and our nation will never forget his sacrifice, as well as that of all of our fallen service members. They put their lives on the line to save our fellow citizens and allies in harm's way. They are heroes.""
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Staff Sergeant Ryan C. Knauss
(Photo courtesy of the 1st Special Forces Command)
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Defense & National Security",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-06-28T00:49:30Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-mourns-loss-sgt-nicole-gee,Murphy Mourns Loss of Sgt. Nicole Gee,2021-08-28,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released the following statement mourning the passing of Sergeant Nicole L. Gee who died in a terrorist attack on Thursday while supporting non-combatant evacuation operations in Kabul, Afghanistan.

""I am devastated to hear of the passing of Sergeant Nicole L. Gee,"" said Murphy. ""I want to offer my most sincere condolences to Sergeant Gee's family and loved ones during this extremely difficult time. Sergeant Gee's bravery, empathy, patriotism, and unwavering commitment to others will never be forgotten. Her willingness to put herself in harm's way to protect her country is the most selfless act one can commit, and words are not enough to convey our gratitude. Sergeant Gee's heroism represents the very best of America. I pray that her family, friends, and fellow Marines find peace and healing in this dark time, and rest assured that Sergeant Gee's memory will live on as an example to us all. God bless our U.S. Marines, Gold Star Families, and all U.S. service members.""

Sergeant Nicole L. Gee (center) comforts an Afghan infant at Hamid Karzai International Airport (DOD, 8/20/2021)

Sgt. Nicole L. Gee was assigned to Combat Logistics Battalion 24, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=400050,Foxx Issues Statement On Fallen Servicemembers In Afghanistan,2021-08-27,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Virginia Foxx,F000450,foxx.house.gov,foxx,https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) issued the following statement on the loss of multiple servicemembers in Afghanistan:

“This week is yet another dark week in a string of tragedies that will forever impact our nation’s future. The loss of American servicemembers in Afghanistan, and the nature of those lost, has shaken the country to its core. Tom and I are praying for every servicemember on the ground in Afghanistan, the families of the fallen, and the Americans who are still stranded.

“It should have never gotten to this point. The failures of President Biden and his administration cannot be overstated. The Biden Administration seems blinded by the notion of making these next few days our nation’s last in Afghanistan – and in so doing, some of the worst in our modern history.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=400051,Foxx Announces Staff Additions To Her Washington and Boone Offices,2021-08-27,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Virginia Foxx,F000450,foxx.house.gov,foxx,https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) announced the additions of Grayson Farmer as her newest Constituent Liaison in Boone, and Hannah S. Cooke as her Executive Assistant in Washington, D.C.:

“I am incredibly proud to welcome both Hannah and Grayson to my team. Their commitment to public service, and to the citizens of North Carolina’s Fifth District, will leave an indelible mark for years to come,” said Representative Foxx. “Hannah and Grayson are prime examples of North Carolinians who are proud to fight for the conservative values that we hold so dear. As Wilkes County natives, they understand the pressing needs of the patriots who call Western North Carolina home.”

Background

Hannah S. Cooke previously served as Special Assistant to David L. Bernhardt, Secretary of the Interior during the Trump Administration, and was previously the Scheduler, Office Manager, and Financial Administrator to both Congressman David Valadao (R-CA) and Congressman Tom McClintock (R-CA).

Grayson Farmer was an active-duty paralegal for the U.S. Army’s 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne) from 2013 to 2017. After he finished his service in the Army, he attended Appalachian State University where he was President of the Student Veterans Association (SVA) and served as General Manager of High Country Fireplaces in Statesville. He is also a member of the Wounded Warrior Fellowship Program through Congress.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-releases-statement-on-deadly-afghanistan-attack,Hudson Releases Statement on Deadly Afghanistan Attack,2021-08-26,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), Fort Bragg's Congressman, released the following statement after today's deadly attack at Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul that resulted in the loss of numerous U.S. service members:

""Today's attack is horrific and utterly devastating. As Fort Bragg's Congressman, I am livid President Biden's failed withdrawal has now led to a number of U.S. service member casualties. Renee and I are praying for their families.

""President Biden's incompetence put our troops in this situation. Now our focus needs to be on how we go forward. Our focus needs to be on how we complete the mission of getting every American and ally out safely and ensure the safety of our troops on the ground. President Biden must address our nation immediately.""

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-biden-should-resign,Murphy: “Biden Should Resign”,2021-08-26,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released the following statement after President Biden's speech regarding today's attack in Afghanistan.

""After watching tonight's speech, I don't know how anyone could have confidence in this Administration's ability to solve this crisis – especially in light of the fact that it is of their own making. The truth is that President Biden has been in office for 8 months and he alone is responsible for the way in which his Administration has facilitated the withdrawal from Afghanistan.

Now a dozen U.S. servicemembers have lost their lives as a result of his failure of leadership and his inability to realize the ramifications of his actions. It's a tragedy, and sadly, one that was completely avoidable.

President Biden should resign from office. Though I fear his replacement, Vice President Kamala Harris, would be worse for our country. I am praying for the future of our nation tonight.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-reacts-deadly-bombings-afghanistan-killing-4-us-marines,"Murphy Reacts to Deadly Afghanistan Bombings, Killing U.S. Servicemembers",2021-08-26,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released the following statement after a series of targeted explosions killed numerous U.S. servicemembers and wounded dozens more in Kabul, Afghanistan:

""I want to express my most heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the U.S. servicemembers who lost their lives in today's attack. This unspeakable tragedy is a reminder of the tremendous sacrifices displayed by our nation's heroes.

Our worst fears are now being realized, as we are witnessing the brutal consequences of President Biden's disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan. I worry that the violence will only escalate. For reasons beyond comprehension, the Biden Administration continues to trust the Taliban. They and other Islamic terrorist groups, including ISIS-K and Al Qaeda, have sworn death to America – and they must be held accountable for their crimes against the United States.

I join all Americans, and our friends and allies around the world, in praying for the peace and safety of our servicemembers, fellow citizens, trusted allies, and all innocents harmed in this tragic terrorist attack. Despite Biden's capitulation to the Taliban's August 31st withdrawal deadline, the mission is not complete until every American is back on friendly soil.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-releases-video-response-afghanistan-crisis,Murphy Releases Video Response to Afghanistan Crisis,2021-08-25,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released the following video in response to the ongoing crisis in Afghanistan.

Below are his remarks as prepared for delivery:

Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D.:""Good morning. I want to talk to you this morning about the ongoing crisis in Afghanistan. This is not about politics, and it's not about political party. Put simply, right now: our nation is being put to the ultimate test.

Whether we want to admit it or not, this Administration made the wrong choice in executing a withdrawal from Afghanistan while thousands of American citizens and trusted Afghan allies remained on the ground. For reasons that I cannot comprehend, we got our military out before we got our civilians out.

Now, brave American soldiers are scrambling to get Americans and SIV Afghans to safety. Despite political posturing otherwise, the Taliban are obstructing American and Afghan access to points of exit.

I am in touch with military personnel in my district and on the ground, who confirm that we are in dire straits. Hundreds of Marines from my district are deployed in Afghanistan right now, and while I cannot get into the details of their status, I can confirm that they are working day and night to save American lives.

There is no doubt that Taliban terrorists pose the greatest threat to Americans abroad. Again, despite political posturing, Al-Qaeda and ISIS are now emboldened to act in this corner of the world.

Now, I fear that this costly military withdrawal will bolster our other enemies around the world. Nations like China, Russia, and Iran are all looking to us to see how we will facilitate the safe evacuation of American citizens.

It is my great fear that the Taliban will sell the billions of dollars of military equipment we left behind to those enemies. I am deeply concerned about our status on the global stage because of this crisis.

My office is processing dozens of requests for help this morning alone, and at this point, individual member offices are serving as command centers as we look to get as many people out of Afghanistan as possible before Biden's arbitrary withdrawal deadline of August 31st. I pray that we can get as many Americans and allies to safety as quickly as possible.

American soldiers are heroes. We owe our safety and security to them each day, and in our darkest hour, our servicemen and women remain steadfast, resilient, and unwavering in the face of danger.

I cannot thank our U.S. military personnel enough for their sacrifice and sleepless nights as they work tirelessly to assist Americans and Afghan allies and their families. It is all hands-on deck right now as we get Americans and trusted allies to safety.

In time, we will get answers as to why this Administration made a series of utterly catastrophic mistakes resulting in the greatest strategic failure in my lifetime. This includes giving up control of Bagram Airfield – the largest and most strategic U.S. military base in Afghanistan.

For now, our sole focus must be the safe and orderly evacuation of Americans and our allies. Quite literally nothing else matters at this point.

God bless all our servicemembers, past and present, and God bless all of those who are needing an immediate evacuation from Afghanistan. Thank you.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-responds-to-president-bidens-afghanistan-deadline-leave-no-american-or-ally,"Hudson Responds to President Biden's Afghanistan Deadline: ""Leave No American or Ally Behind""",2021-08-24,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), Fort Bragg's Congressman, released the following statement after remarks from President Joe Biden and attending a bipartisan briefing by Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines, and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman General Mark Milley:

""As grateful as I am to our Afghanistan veterans and Gold Star families, I also want to express my support for our brave men and women in uniform currently on the ground in Afghanistan, including MG Christopher Donohue and troops from the 82nd Airborne division. This is a dangerous mission and regardless of politics, these troops are doing their job in very difficult circumstances and making our country proud. However, I have a lot of concerns following today's briefing and President Biden's decision to cave to the Taliban and adhere to a self-imposed arbitrary deadline to withdraw from Afghanistan by August 31.

""According to intelligence, President Biden's botched withdrawal from Afghanistan has now put our troops in harm's way and we must do everything we can to ensure their safety. I am also extremely concerned for the safety of American citizens and allies still on the ground in Afghanistan.

""Despite assurances from Secretary Blinken today that we can get all Americans out of Afghanistan by Aug. 31, I don't believe this is possible. Many Democrat and Republican Members of Congress expressed this shared concerned at the briefing. Those briefing us today also acknowledged that we will not be able to evacuate all Afghan Special Immigrant Visa applicants before the President's deadline. Instead, Secretary Blinken said the Administration will rely on the Taliban to help us extract our Afghan allies. This is outrageous. The Taliban is going door-to-door with lists of Afghans who worked with Americans. Today, they are reportedly blocking access to the airport for our Afghan allies. To say we are going to rely on them to help us evacuate these same people defies logic.

""There is global and bipartisan support for extending the President's arbitrary deadline of Aug. 31. I am calling on President Biden to commit to leaving no American or ally behind - regardless of deadlines and regardless of what the Taliban and terrorists say. Otherwise, the President should level with the American people that he is signing the death warrants of our allies and their families we are leaving behind.""

To date, Rep. Hudson has initiated inquiries on behalf of more than 160 Special Immigrant Visa applicants and others still on the ground in Afghanistan needing assistance from the State Department. Last week, Rep. Hudson called on Secretary of State Blinken to do more to secure the safety of American citizens and our allies.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-reintroduces-open-schools-responsibly-act,Murphy Reintroduces Open Schools Responsibly Act,2021-08-24,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – On Monday, Congressman Greg Murphy (NC-03) reintroduced H.R. 5079, the Open Schools Responsibly Act. If passed, the bill would protect academic institutions from lawsuits and economic penalties related to contracting and transmitting COVID-19 upon returning to school for the 2021-2022 academic school year, so long as schools follow their states' health guidelines.

The protections would not apply if harm was caused by an act or omission on the part of the school constituting willful or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, reckless misconduct, or a conscious flagrant indifference to the rights or safety of covered individuals.

""Leading experts agree that some students can lose as much as one year's worth of educational progress in the absence of in-person learning. In order to maximize in-person instruction this school year, it is critical that we have liability protections in place to protect schools that make a good-faith effort to promote health and safety in their facilities"" said Murphy. ""We do not want our kids falling any further behind, so it is essential that our schools, superintendents, and teachers have the reassurance they need to open their doors without fear of legal or economic penalties should a rare individual fall ill. Importantly, my bill does not protect those who do not ensure proper safety protections.""

""We all agree that it is time to reopen schools and keep them open. To do this, we need to ensure that schools have the protections they need to comfortably re-open their doors,"" Murphy continued. ""My common-sense legislation, the Open Schools Responsibly Act, is a necessary step in ensuring that our schools can confidently reopen without fear of repercussion, and our kids can stay in the classroom.""

Fox News carried the exclusive on this bill release. You can read the article here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=400049,Foxx Slams Biden Administration For Mismanagement In Afghanistan,2021-08-23,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Virginia Foxx,F000450,foxx.house.gov,foxx,https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) issued the following statement on the inadequate efforts by the Biden Administration to safely evacuate Americans in Afghanistan:

“President Biden has not even been in office for a full eight months and he has already done irreparable damage to United States’ standing within the international community – not to mention our national security interests. Instead of creating and enacting a calculated and comprehensive plan to protect and evacuate the remaining Americans that are stuck in Afghanistan, he continues to point fingers, push falsehoods that have been refuted by members of his own administration and evade pressing questions. President Biden is destroying this great country’s credibility on the world stage with this inept planning, failed executions, and inability to calibrate in this crisis.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-statement-response-fda-approval-pfizer-vaccine,Murphy Statement in Response to FDA Approval of Pfizer Vaccine,2021-08-23,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Greg Murphy (NC-03) issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) approval of the COVID-19 vaccine for the prevention of COVID-19 disease in individuals 16 years of age and older:

""Today, the FDA granted full approval to Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine. This marks a tremendous achievement in the fight against COVID-19, one that I hope will lift public confidence in the vaccine.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/town-north-topsail-beach-receives-1m-grant-hurricane-florence-repair,Town of North Topsail Beach Receives $1M Grant for Hurricane Florence Repair,2021-08-19,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – On Wednesday, August 18th, the United States Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that the Town of North Topsail Beach in Onslow County will be receiving a $1,027,627 grant to fund Hurricane Florence repairs.

Congressman Greg Murphy (NC-03) issued the following statement in response:

""As all Third District residents know, Hurricane Florence caused significant and lasting damage across our region, including in Onslow County,"" said Murphy. ""This grant is part of a larger FEMA public assistance project to relieve some of the associated repair costs for North Topsail Beach, which experienced damage to its Town Hall and Police and Fire Departments, in addition to other impacted areas. I know this grant will be put to good use to remove storm debris, restore beaches, and improve quality of life for those still recovering from the devastating Hurricane Florence.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-urges-state-department-to-assist-us-citizens-allies-amid-misleading,"Hudson Urges State Department to Assist US Citizens, Allies Amid Misleading Communications",2021-08-18,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) is urging Secretary of State Antony Blinken to provide immediate assistance and a plan to secure the safety of American citizens and allies still in Afghanistan. In a letter sent today, Rep. Hudson sounded the alarm on examples of misleading information from the State Department that has put citizens and allies at risk.

""As Fort Bragg's Congressman, I represent numerous active-duty troops and their families, as well as a large population of veterans. I have heard from many of them about the need to assist U.S. citizens, as well as Afghan partners still on the ground who have been critical to our Armed Forces over the past two decades. I have worked for months to try and assist these people, but am disappointed in the lack of preparation and action to now evacuate them in the face of extreme danger,"" wrote Rep. Hudson.

""These missteps from the State Department are creating additional confusion in an already chaotic and tenuous situation. The lives of our fellow citizens and allies whom we have a commitment to protect are at stake. I am requesting that you and the State Department provide immediate assistance and a clear plan to now secure their safety.""

In the letter, Rep. Hudson highlighted one example of a letter sent by the State Department to a Special Immigrant Visa applicant dated Aug. 16, 2021, one day after the U.S. Embassy in Kabul was evacuated, which instructed the applicant to present the letter at an immigrant visa interview at the Embassy on Sept. 28, 2021.

Additionally, Rep. Hudson highlighted that today, a notice emailed from the State Department intended to instruct American citizens to make their way to Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul was also sent to Afghan nationals, SIV applicants, and allies who worked with our military who have applied for evacuation. The email included an official Department of State Access Pass. According to Rep. Hudson, this confusion has led Afghan citizens to make the dangerous journey through Taliban checkpoints to the airport, only to be turned away. Rep. Hudson wrote that one individual who his office has worked with was beaten by a baton outside of the airport.

Read the entire letter here.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-applauds-education-program-grant-pitt-community-college,Murphy Applauds Education Program Grant for Pitt Community College,2021-08-18,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of Education's announcement that Pitt Community College will be receiving a $273,572 grant under the Educational Opportunity Centers Program.

""I am so glad to see that Pitt Community College will be receiving funding for the Educational Opportunities Program,"" said Murphy. ""This important program is a great opportunity for our students, as it is designed to increase the number of adult participants who enroll in postsecondary education institutions. As a member of the Education and Labor Committee and Ranking Member of the Higher Education and Workforce Investment Subcommittee, I am committed to ensuring that Third District students have the tools they need to succeed. I look forward to seeing how the Educational Opportunities Program will bolster the next generation of North Carolinians!""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-highlights-education-program-grant-elizabeth-city-state-university,Murphy Highlights Education Program Grant for Elizabeth City State University,2021-08-18,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of Education's announcement that Elizabeth City State University will be receiving a $231,973 grant under the Educational Opportunity Centers Program.

""I am happy to hear that Elizabeth City State University will be receiving a grant for the Educational Opportunities Program,"" said Murphy. ""This important program is a wonderful opportunity for our students, as it is designed to increase the number of adult participants who enroll in postsecondary education institutions. As Ranking Member of the Higher Education and Workforce Investment Subcommittee, I am committed to ensuring that Third District students have the tools they need to succeed. I look forward to seeing how the Educational Opportunities Program will impower the next generation of North Carolinians!""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/dare-county-receives-18m-grant-home-elevation-project,Dare County Receives $1.8M Grant for Home Elevation Project,2021-08-17,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – On Tuesday, August 17th, the United States Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that Dare County will be receiving a $1,860,961 grant to fund the elevation of 13 residential structures in Dare County.

Congressman Greg Murphy (NC-03) issued the following statement in response:

""I am glad that Dare County is receiving this grant to ensure our residential structures exceed the Base Flood Elevation standards per local safety standards,"" said Murphy. ""Flood Elevation projects are critical to prevent serious damage and flooding in the event of adverse weather conditions. I am committed to working with FEMA to enhance our disaster preparedness in North Carolina, and I hope this FEMA grant will increase Dare County resident confidence in our ability to confront weather challenges moving forward.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-releases-statement-on-afghanistan,Hudson Releases Statement on Afghanistan,2021-08-16,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), Fort Bragg's Congressman, released the following statement on Afghanistan:

""The Taliban's takeover of Kabul represents a total failure of leadership from President Biden and his administration. Reminiscent of Saigon, images of Taliban with American rifles and equipment are an insult to American taxpayers and so many heroes who lost their lives there, as well as their Gold Star families,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""While I feared the fallout from an arbitrary withdrawal of Afghanistan, the speed in which the Taliban has advanced defied President Biden's assurances from just one month ago. I am also extremely concerned about failed promises to get families and interpreters out of the country. I call on President Biden to now address the nation on his plans to secure American interests and our personnel still on the ground, as well as our Afghan partners who we have a commitment to protect.""

In April, Rep. Hudson released a statement opposing the withdrawal from Afghanistan.

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-releases-statement-on-president-bidens-failed-withdrawal-from-afghanistan,Hudson Releases Statement on President Biden's Failed Withdrawal from Afghanistan,2021-08-16,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), Fort Bragg's Congressman, released the following statement following President Joe Biden's speech on Afghanistan:

""President Biden said the buck stops with him. Yet nowhere in his remarks did he take responsibility for completely botching the withdrawal from Afghanistan which has left American families and allies behind in extreme danger as the Taliban reportedly go door-to-door exacting brutal revenge. He also failed to lay out any plan to now protect those people and assets, even as troops from Fort Bragg are hastily deployed back into harms' way to deal with this self-inflicted chaos. The President's lack of preparation and understanding of the current fallout and furor is an abject failure.""

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-response-biden-s-afghanistan-speech,Murphy Response to Biden’s Afghanistan Speech,2021-08-16,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Reps. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released the following statement in response to President Biden's press conference regarding the failed withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan:

""I was hoping to hear the President accept responsibility for his chaotic and poorly planned withdrawal in Afghanistan. Instead he failed to articulate a clear and decisive course of action to protect Americans and our allies. President Biden offered a series of inflammatory excuses that deflected blame to everyone else but himself. While Biden told Americans that the ‘buck stops' with him, our commander-in-chief deflected all responsibility and pointed fingers at former President Trump and our Afghani allies.

As was pointed out by Ryan Crocker, U.S. Ambassador to Afghanistan under President Obama, ‘I'm left with some grave questions in my mind about [Biden's] ability to lead our nation as commander-in-chief.'

There is no doubt that Biden missed the mark and failed to confront the challenge of this moment. He failed to listen to his military advisers. He refused to answer key questions, and America is worse off because of his cowardice. Why wasn't the American military ready? Why weren't our allies evacuated months ago? Why weren't we better prepared? The American people deserve answers.

Departure from Afghanistan is supported by most Americans. That is not the problem. To be clear -- Biden is being criticized for his epic failure to execute a safe withdrawal from Afghanistan.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/dr-murphy-statement-fall-afghanistan-amid-failed-biden-withdrawal,Murphy Statement on Fall of Afghanistan Amid Failed Biden Withdrawal,2021-08-15,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Greg Murphy (NC-03) issued the following statement in response to the ongoing situation in Afghanistan:

""The situation in Afghanistan is deeply emotional for the thousands of veterans who have put their lives on the line to serve our country in Afghanistan over the last 20 years,"" said Murphy. ""Tragically, our nation has lost thousands of American heroes who have given their lives in defense of our freedoms.

I am proud to represent over 89,000 veterans who have demonstrated exceptional valor, selflessness, and fundamental strength of character in their voluntary service to our nation.

It is far past time to bring our troops home from the war in Afghanistan. However, the Biden Administration's haphazard withdrawal this week demonstrates a catastrophic failure that will have consequences for years to come. There was a planned strategic withdrawal, but Biden chose a quick ‘dash for the door' and that has led to chaos and unchallenged horror and destruction.

Biden's mishandling of the crisis in Afghanistan is an embarrassment to this nation, as he is not only leaving allies behind and weaking our global stance, but he is also putting thousands of American and Afghan lives in danger. Thousands of Afghans have already been slaughtered as part of the Taliban's advance, with many more at risk because of this unmitigated foreign affairs disaster.

What we are seeing today is nothing short of a tragedy, and the worst part is that it was completely avoidable. President Biden's failure to anticipate the Taliban's rapid takeover in Afghanistan and sudden and irresponsible withdrawal of American support is an unprecedented disaster. In pulling American stability in the region with no strategy in place, Biden has handed control of Afghanistan to the Taliban, and put Americans in harm's way.

This President bears responsibility for the crisis in Afghanistan, and I urge him to address the nation immediately. The American people and our allies deserve answers and a plan for immediate corrective action before more lives are needlessly lost.""",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-urges-va-to-support-rural-veterans,Hudson Urges VA to Support Rural Veterans,2021-08-11,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) joined 80 of his colleagues in sending a bipartisan letter today to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Denis McDonough, urging him to prioritize care for rural veterans. Historically, veterans in rural areas have faced challenges with accessing quality care because many of the VA's resources are devoted to urban areas. The letter discusses improving overall access to care for rural veterans through creative solutions, cross-agency collaboration, public-private partnerships, and improved rural broadband.

""As Fort Bragg's Congressman, I am focused on helping veterans, caregivers and their families receive the support they deserve from the VA,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""When it comes to accessing essential care and services, far too many veterans in rural communities face unnecessary barriers. Connecting rural families with broadband has been a longstanding priority for me, and there has never been a more important time to take action on this and other solutions. I am committed to ensuring that veterans in our rural communities receive the same standards of care they are owed.""

Background:

Led by Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13), the initiative is supported by House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (CA-23), House Republican Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik (NY-21), Chief Deputy Whip Drew Ferguson (GA-03), House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Mike Rogers (AL-03), and House Foreign Affairs Committee Lead Republican Michael McCaul (TX-13).

The full letter can be found here.

Co-signers also include Representatives Kevin Brady (TX-08), Jared Golden (ME-02), Tony Gonzales (TX-23), Henry Cuellar (TX-28), Louie Gohmert (TX-01), Van Taylor (TX-03), Pat Fallon (TX-04), August Pfluger (TX-11), Randy Weber (TX-14), Pete Sessions (TX-17), Jodey Arrington (TX-19), Beth Van Duyne (TX-24), Michael Burgess (TX-26), Michael Cloud (TX-27), Brian Babin (TX-36), John Rose (TN-06), Tom Cole (OK-04), Jim Banks (IN-03), Brad Wenstrup (OH-02), Frank Lucas (OK-03), Rob Wittman (VA-01), Adrian Smith (NE-03), Glenn 'GT' Thompson (PA-15), Michael Waltz (FL-06), Doug Lamborn (CO-05), Scott DesJarlais (TN-04), Tom Rice (SC-07), Carol Miller (WV-03), Vicky Hartzler (MO-04), David Joyce (OH-14), Ken Buck (CO-04), Yvette Herrell (NM-02), Diana Harshbarger (TN-01), Mike Kelly (PA-16), Don Bacon (NE-02), Jason Smith (MO-08), Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02), David McKinley (WV-01), Greg Pence (IN-06), Bill Johnson (OH-06), Jerry Carl (AL-01), Fred Keller (PA-12), Jay Obernolte (CA-08), Scott Franklin (FL-15), Lisa McClain (MI-10), Doug LaMalfa (CA-01), Greg Steube (FL-17), Bob Gibbs (OH-07), Ralph Norman (SC-05), Andrew Clyde (GA-09), Tracey Mann (KS-01), Alex Mooney (WV-02), Trent Kelly (MS-01), Glenn Grothman (WI-06), Barry Moore (AL-02), Cliff Bentz (OR-02), Richard Hudson (NC-08), Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14), Peter Meijer (MI-03), Mark Green (TN-07), Julia Letlow (LA-05), Tim Walberg (MI-07), Daniel Webster (FL-11), John Katko (NY-24), Claudia Tenney (NY-22), Kevin Hern (OK-01), Madison Cawthorn (NC-11), Bob Good (VA-05), Gus Bilirakis (FL-12), Ted Budd (NC-13), Jake LaTurner (KS-02), Matt Gaetz (FL-01), Markwayne Mullin (OK-02), Chris Jacobs (NY-27), and Ben Cline (VA-06).

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https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/craven-county-receives-691k-grant-improve-flood-disaster-resilience,Craven County Receives $691K Grant to Improve Flood Disaster Resilience,2021-08-11,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – On Wednesday, August 11th, the United States Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the State of North Carolina announced that Craven County will be receiving a $691,610 grant to improve disaster resilience. This grant will be used to fund elevation of four residential structures in Havenlock and New Bern, NC.

Congressman Greg Murphy (NC-03) issued the following statement in response:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/duplin-county-receives-13-million-hazard-mitigation-grant-north-carolina-and,Duplin County Receives $1.3 Million Hazard Mitigation Grant From North Carolina and FEMA,2021-08-09,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Gregory F. Murphy,M001210,murphy.house.gov,murphy,https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – On Monday, August 9th, the State of North Carolina and the United States Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that Duplin County will receive a grant in the amount of $1,300,000.00. This grant is part of FEMA's Hazard Mitigation Project and will fund the purchase of several emergency generators for the Duplin County.

Congressman Greg Murphy (NC-03) issued the following statement in response:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-supports-israels-right-to-self-defense,Hudson Supports Israel's Right to Self-Defense,2021-08-05,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement on Thursday's Israeli airstrikes:

""I stand firmly behind the Israelis and their right to defend themselves from the increasingly dangerous and reckless attacks on its people. Rocket fire from Lebanon is just the latest example of aggression most likely backed by Iran. These attacks are unacceptable and it is essential that the United States fully support and help defend our greatest Middle Eastern ally.""

###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-bill-to-expand-broadband-access-in-rural-america,Hudson Bill to Expand Broadband Access in Rural America,2021-08-04,2021,2021-08,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) has introduced the 21st Century Broadband Deployment Act, legislation to expand broadband access in rural and unserved communities.

""This pandemic has exposed new haves and have-nots in America - those with access to the internet and those without it,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""As a Member of the Energy and Commerce Committee, I am determined to help close the digital divide and expand access to broadband across rural communities in North Carolina and around the country. I look forward to advancing my bipartisan and commonsense legislation.""

To promote broadband deployment, Rep. Hudson's legislation establishes two grant programs at the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) that will award up to $20 billion and $3 billion each over 5 years. These grant programs would require the NTIA to use maps created by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to ensure that federal broadband reaches unserved and rural areas. The programs would also promote public-private partnerships that have streamlined their permitting process so that federal support pays for broadband expansion, not red tape.

Rep. Hudson's legislation is part of the American Broadband Act announced by Energy and Commerce Committee Republican Leader Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA) and Communications and Technology Republican Leader Robert Latta (R-OH) to streamline permitting processes across the country and bridge the digital divide in rural America. Rep. Hudson's Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act is also part of that package.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:11:17Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-releases-statement-on-passing-of-former-fayetteville-city-councilman-bill,Hudson Releases Statement on Passing of Former Fayetteville City Councilman Bill Crisp,2021-07-29,2021,2021-07,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement on the passing of former Fayetteville City Councilman and Army veteran Bill Crisp:

""Renee and I were saddened this morning to learn of the passing of a dedicated public servant in our community, Bill Crisp. Bill Crisp was a dedicated Fayetteville City Councilman, who served our country with distinction. After rising to the rank of command sergeant major in the Army, Crisp served as a mentor to so many in our community. Renee and I send our prayers to the family of Bill Crisp, whose life and public service will remain an inspiration for others.""

CSM (Ret.) Bill Crisp served in the U.S. Army at Fort Bragg for 27 years prior to representing Fayetteville's District 6 on the City Council for 12 years.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:03:51Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-wittman-introduce-bill-to-ensure-schools-receive-full-funding-for-military,"Hudson, Wittman Introduce Bill to Ensure Schools Receive Full Funding for Military-Connected Students",2021-07-29,2021,2021-07,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), Fort Bragg's Congressman, along with U.S. Representative Rob Wittman (VA-01) introduced the Counting Overlooked Base Impact Aid (COBIA) Act to ensure schools educating service-connected children receive the full sum of federal Impact Aid to which they are currently entitled.

""As Fort Bragg's Congressman and a dad, I care deeply about our military and improving education in North Carolina,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""North Carolina is the proud home to many military-connected students across our state, meaning Impact Aid funding is critical to the success of our local schools. This legislation will help provide our students with the opportunities they need to meet their full potential. I'm grateful for Congressman Wittman's leadership and strong support of the Impact Aid program, and I will continue advocating for the students who benefit from it.""

""Providing service-connected students a quality education is the least we can do for American military families. And yet, the condition of schools adjacent to military installations is a major concern for servicemembers and a leading cause for separation from Active Duty,"" said Rep. Wittman. ""By ensuring every military child is fully accounted for, we ensure these schools receive the full sum of federal funding they deserve.""

""School districts serving military-connected students value the strong relationship they have with their local military installations,"" said Hilary Goldmann, Executive Director of the National Association of Federally Impacted Schools (NAFIS), and Kyle Fairbairn, Executive Director of the Military Impacted Schools Association (MISA). ""This bill will ensure that districts continue to receive the support they need to identify and serve military-connected students in their schools through the Impact Aid program. NAFIS and MISA appreciate the leadership of Representative Wittman and Hudson and their support for military-serving school districts.""

As it stands, school districts must submit a list of service-connected students to the Department of Education in order to receive Impact Aid. This aid, a reimbursement for lost local taxes, is disbursed on a per-student basis. However, if these forms are not submitted for every individual service-connected child, then schools are not fully reimbursed. Should the COBIA Act become law, schools will instead proactively work with bases to ensure every service-connected student is fully counted, in turn ensuring schools receive full federal reimbursement for each student. These funds contribute towards better education and facilities for all students who attend schools in proximity to military installations.

Rep. Hudson has previously worked to increase funding for Impact Aid and streamline the program to ensure schools receive funding they deserve. Read about those efforts here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:03:51Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-scalise-bost-defend-veterans-second-amendment-rights-from-atf-overreach,"Hudson, Scalise, Bost Defend Veterans' Second Amendment Rights from ATF Overreach",2021-07-27,2021,2021-07,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), the House Republican Conference Secretary, hosted a press conference on Tuesday to discuss a new regulation on pistol stabilizing braces proposed by the Bureau of Alcohol, Firearms, Tobacco and Explosives (ATF). Rep. Hudson was joined by Republican Whip Steve Scalise (LA-01), Veterans Affairs Committee Ranking Member Mike Bost (IL-12), and military veterans to discuss how the regulation jeopardizes the Second Amendment, especially the ability of disabled combat veterans to exercise their rights.

""The Biden administration's ATF is attacking our Second Amendment and attacking our veterans,"" said Rep. Hudson. ""Crime is up and Republicans are prepared to address that, but Democrats are determined to go after law-abiding citizens and our Second Amendment. One example is the ATF regulation on stabilizing braces that were designed to enable disable veterans to exercise their rights. This regulation turns law-abiding citizens, including our combat veterans, into felons.""

""Today our call to action is simple,"" continued Rep. Hudson. ""Go to Hudson.house.gov and submit a comment to tell the ATF to withdraw this terrible rule.""

Watch the full press conference here.

Whip Steve Scalise and VA Ranking Member Mike Bost also addressed the press conference.

""It is perplexing to see how the Biden Administration is trying to take away the Second Amendment rights of our disabled veterans,"" said Whip Scalise. ""I would urge every American who wants to stand with our disabled veterans and any other American who believes in the Second Amendment, and the ability for every law-abiding citizen to be able to exercise those rights, to go online now and oppose this rule by the Biden Administration. But more than anything, we call on the Biden Administration to stop this attack on our veterans and just withdraw the rule. Let's allow veterans to exercise their Second Amendment rights since they risked so much in preserving our rights.""

""The ATF proposal could hurt thousands of law-abiding, gun-owning veterans simply because they use a stabilizing brace,"" said Ranking Member Bost. ""Disabled veterans have given their country enough. The last thing they should be subject to is absurd fines and government overreach.""

The Members were joined by several veterans who voiced opposition to the regulation, including U.S. Army veteran Rick Cicero, who first helped design stabilizing braces. Cicero, a former police officer and retired Paratrooper, was injured in 2010 by an IED in Afghanistan which caused significant damage to his right leg and right arm.

""Stabilizing braces gave me the ability to get back out and shoot things that I never expected I would be able to again and my life changed drastically,"" said Cicero. ""Since then, I have been traveling across the country teaching veterans how to shoot again. That brace is the foundation of everything I do because I can take someone who has limited strength in their hands or is missing digits and give them confidence and the skills and capability to grasp a firearm again and get them back to the things that were such a part of their life.""

U.S. Army veteran Pablo Cadena, injured in Iraq in 2008, and U.S. Marine veteran Anson Roberts, injured in Iraq in 2007, also spoke.

""If this overreach is allowed, it would make a majority of law-abiding veterans and first responders criminals overnight,"" said Cadena. ""These are the people who answered the call of our great nation.""

""This regulation is wrong,"" said Roberts. ""It's taking away the self-defense right for me, for my family or some other person in America who is disabled. I don't have the same strength in my hands or my arms or my legs anymore. Using this device helps me protect my family.""

Background

On June 7, the ATF proposed a regulation on stabilizing braces, devices first created to allow disabled veterans to use a firearm. Under the regulation, an individual could become a felon unless they turn in or destroy the firearm, destroy the brace, or pay a tax. Rep. Hudson led 140 Members of the House of Representatives on a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland and Acting ATF Director Marvin Richardson on June 14, urging the Department of Justice to withdraw the proposed guidance. Forty-eight Senators sent a similar letter on June 24. You can read both letters here.

In Dec. 2020, Rep. Hudson led efforts against a similar rule proposed by the ATF. Following a letter signed by Hudson and 90 Members of Congress, in addition to widespread feedback during a public comment period, the ATF revoked the rule on Dec. 23, 2020.

At Tuesday's press conference, Members and veterans encouraged the public to submit comments against the new ATF regulation, which is open to public comment until Sept. 8, 2021. A link to submit comments can be found at Hudson.House.Gov/Issues/2a.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:03:51Z
https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-praises-passage-of-legislation-to-honor-military-heroes-and-families,Hudson Praises Passage of Legislation to Honor Military Heroes and Families,2021-07-26,2021,2021-07,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), Fort Bragg's Congressman, praised passage of two bills in the U.S. House of Representatives today to honor military service members and families. H.R. 1664, the National Medal of Honor Monument Act of 2021, passed by a vote of 416-0. The bill, which Rep. Hudson co-sponsored, establishes a monument on federal land in Washington, D.C. honoring Medal of Honor recipients. The monument would honor the extraordinary acts of valor, selfless service, and sacrifice displayed by Medal of Honor recipients, and no federal funds would be used to pay for it.

""There is no greater fighter than an American soldier. As Fort Bragg's Congressman, I'm glad we are finally recognizing the selfless servicemembers who have earned the Medal of Honor – like Army Master Sgt. Matthew Williams – and the 38 others who have walked and trained on the grounds of Fort Bragg or Camp Mackall,"" said Rep. Hudson.

The bill authorizes the creation of a monument that will pay homage to the values the Medal of Honor represents – courage, patriotism citizenship, integrity, commitment and sacrifice – and the brave individuals who earned it in service to the country. The introduction of this bill comes on the heels of the introduction of the bipartisan National Medal of Honor Monument Act in the Senate just three weeks ago. Rep. Hudson previously introduced this legislation in Congress.

The Medal of Honor is the United States' highest military decoration and is awarded to U.S. service members who have distinguished themselves with extraordinary acts of valor. It is awarded very rarely and only to those whose service and sacrifice far exceed the call of duty. The mission of the National Medal of Honor Museum, which is currently being built in Arlington, TX, is to commemorate the stories of our Medal of Honor recipients, unite Americans around the common ideals embodied by the medal, and inspire every citizen to look for ways to serve and create a lasting impact in their own communities.

Also approved was H.R. 2365, the Gold Star Mothers Family Monument Extension Act of 2021. This bill extends the authorization for the establishment of a commemorative work in honor of Gold Star families, which expired in January 2020 and is now on hold.

""As Fort Bragg's Congressman, I've had the humbling honor of meeting with Gold Star families from North Carolina and across our country. Their stories and their sacrifice should never be forgotten,"" said Rep. Hudson.

For over a century, the Gold Star tradition has reminded our nation of the sacrifices made by servicemembers and their families. The tradition goes back to World War I, where flags were displayed bearing a Blue Star representing a family member serving abroad, and a Gold Star for a family member who had been lost in combat.

The monument will be entirely sponsored by the Gold Star Mothers National Monument Foundation and will be built at no cost to the taxpayer. Once completed, it will be located in Washington, D.C.

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https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-praises-passage-of-afghan-allies-act,Hudson Praises Passage of Afghan ALLIES Act,2021-07-22,2021,2021-07,Republican,House,NC,Richard Hudson,H001067,hudson.house.gov,hudson,https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) released the following statement on H.R. 3985, the Averting Loss of Life and Injury by Expediting SIVs (ALLIES) Act of 2021, that passed today in the U.S. House of Representatives. The bill, which Rep. Hudson co-sponsored, protects our Afghan partners and expedites the Afghan Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) process as the U.S. withdraws from Afghanistan.

""Throughout the war in Afghanistan, thousands of Afghans risked their lives to aid American soldiers in combat overseas. Now as the United States withdraws from the conflict, over 17,000 still remain at risk and targeted by the Taliban. While I believe withdrawing from Afghanistan is shortsighted and an insult to our service members who sacrificed there, we made a promise to those Afghans who supported our efforts and have a moral obligation to keep our word to them,"" said Rep. Hudson.

The Afghan SIV Program was created in 2009 to provide safety for Afghan interpreters, contractors, and security personnel who worked with the U.S. government in Afghanistan. The application process has been plagued by delays since the program was established and faces severe backlogs, with wait times routinely stretching for years. Since the Biden Administration announced its plans to withdraw all U.S. forces from Afghanistan by September 11, 2021, Rep. Hudson has joined calls on the Administration to expedite this visa process, as Afghan SIV applicants and their families are increasingly under threat by the Taliban.

The ALLIES Act would increase the Afghan SIV cap by an additional 8,000 visas and remove burdensome application requirements that slow down the application process without impacting national security.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T20:03:51Z