Representative Virginia Foxx, Republican from North Carolina

Virginia Foxx

Representative · North Carolina · Republican

Virginia Foxx

House Floor

Recent comments in the House

Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of my bill, H.R. 4795, bipartisan legislation to combat anti-Semitic, discriminatory commercial and academic boycotts of Israel. Mr. Speaker, I thank Chairman Walberg for yielding me time, and I thank him for advancing this critical bill out of committee. I also thank Ranking Member Scott for his vote in committee to advance the bill on a bipartisan basis. In addition, I also thank the coauthor of this bill, Representative Gottheimer of New Jersey, for his tireless work on this bipartisan achievement.
On H.R. 4795··Share
Mr. Speaker, in 2013, the American Studies Association, the largest academic group in the United States, adopted a policy endorsing an academic boycott of Israel. In 2014, six taxpayer-supported NRC directors signed a letter endorsing an academic boycott of Israel. These academic boycotts contravene the purposes of the title VI funding they received. Mr. Speaker, I could go on and on, but now is not the time for talk. The facts are evident. Now is the time for action. This Congress needs to codify this preventive measure to protect students and taxpayers from this disgusting discrimination.
PROTECT ECONOMIC AND ACADEMIC FREEDOM ACT OF 2026··Share
Mr. Speaker, yesterday, the Committee on Rules met and produced the rule, House Resolution 1499, providing for the House's consideration of four measures: H.R. 1501, H.R. 9436, H. Res. 1490, and H.R. 4795. The rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1501, the Protecting Domestic Mining Act of 2025, and H.R. 9436, the Northeast Lobsterman Protection Act of 2026, under closed rules.
On H.R. 1501··Share
Biography
Virginia Foxx began her career as a community college administrator, bringing firsthand experience with workforce development and education access. Elected to represent North Carolina’s 5th District in the U.S. House of Representatives in 2004, she focuses on higher education policy, workforce training, and regulatory reform. Foxx has chaired the House Committee on Education and the Workforce, leading legislative efforts to reform the Higher Education Act and modernize apprenticeship programs. Known for her direct approach and attention to constituent concerns, Foxx aims to strengthen opportunities for students and workers in her district.
Education
  • Ed.D., University of North Carolina, Greensboro, NC
    1985
  • M.A.C.T., University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC
    1972
  • A.B., University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC
    1968
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2005-Present

    Representing North Carolina's 5th district

  • Member, North Carolina Senate

    1994–2004

  • President, Mayland Community College, Spruce Pine, Nc

    1987–94

  • Instructor, Caldwell Community College, Hudson, Nc

  • Instructor, Appalachian State University, Boone, Nc

  • Assistant Dean, Appalachian State University, Boone, Nc

  • Nursery Operator

  • Deputy Secretary for Management, North Carolina Department of Administration

Policy Focus
Congress15%
Education13%
International Affairs10%
Government Operations and Politics8%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Virginia Foxx's record in Congress.

  • Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act

    Co-led the passage of the 2014 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to reform federal job training programs.

  • Higher Education Act Reauthorization

    Chaired efforts to reauthorize and reform the Higher Education Act, focusing on accountability and affordability in higher education.

  • PROSPER Act Sponsorship

    Sponsored the PROSPER Act to overhaul federal student aid and promote workforce readiness in postsecondary education.

  • Veterans' Education Benefits Expansion

    Supported legislation expanding GI Bill benefits for veterans, including the Forever GI Bill in 2017.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on RulesChair
  • House Committee on Education and Workforce
  • House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

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