Representative Virginia Foxx, Republican from North Carolina

Virginia Foxx

Representative · North Carolina · Republican

Virginia Foxx

House Floor

Recent comments in the House

Our colleagues on the other side of the aisle are skirting very closely to having their words taken down when they call out individual Members. Mr. Speaker, our colleagues sometimes ask who is to blame for the lack of trust of Members of Congress. It is Members of Congress and the press who call into question acts that are done by Members of Congress that are totally legal. We already have laws in place against insider trading. There have been a couple of Members of Congress who have been prosecuted for that, and that is appropriate, but the Stop Insider Trading Act will prevent that.
PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF H.R. 8800, NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR…··Share
Mr. Speaker, the voter ID provisions in this bill amend the Help America Vote Act to require States to obtain a photo ID from an individual to vote in person in a Federal election or to require a copy of the photo ID to be submitted with a ballot cast other than in person. These requirements do not apply to an absent uniformed services voter or an individual provided the right to vote other than in person by the Voting Accessibility for the Elderly and Handicapped Act.
PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF H.R. 8800, NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT FOR…··Share
Mr. Speaker, we live in the greatest country in the world. We just celebrated the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. We have a lot more to be talking about, about the founding of this country, and I hope people will pay close attention to that. We do have a government that is on the side of the American people. We believe in capitalism. Our friends across the aisle constantly talk about how much people need to be paying more in taxes.
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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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