Virginia Foxx
Representative Virginia Foxx
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 Areas
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
View details →- House Committee on RulesChair
- House Committee on Education and Workforce
- House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
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