Washington, DC–Congresswoman Virginia Foxx sent a letter to the Federal Trade Commission requesting an investigation of massive gas price increases in North Carolina that began on Friday, September 13. Reports of prices upwards of $5.00 prompted Rep. Foxx to write to the FTC Chairman in ensure that potentially unlawful price increases are investigated.

Washington, DC–Congresswoman Virginia Foxx has co-sponsored legislation (H.R. 6468) to stop executives at Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae from receiving extravagant "golden parachute" severance packages. Executives ousted in the wake of the federal government takeover of Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae could take home more than $14 million and $9 million respectively in severance packages, according to media reports.

Washington, DC–Congresswoman Virginia Foxx today released the following statement marking the seventh anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks:

Washington, DC–Congresswoman Virginia Foxx today called on Speaker Nancy Pelosi to allow a vote on the American Energy Act after Speaker Pelosi unveiled an energy bill that will reportedly lock down 80 percent of America's offshore energy resources.

Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx (NC-05) issued the following statement today calling for Speaker Pelosi to cut short the Democrat vacation and address record high gas prices:

WASHINGTON, DC–Legislation sponsored by Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today passed the U.S. House of Representatives. H.R. 6073, the Electronic Pay Stub Act, gives federal employees the option of receiving their pay stubs electronically. The legislation promises to save the federal government millions of dollars each year and deliver employee pay stubs faster and more securely.

WASHINGTON, DC–Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) announced today that she will host federal budget workshops in Statesville on August 4th and in Mt. Airy on August 5th. The workshops will be conducted in cooperation with the Concord Coalition, a national, non-partisan grassroots organization that has developed a program to foster understanding of the federal budget process.

WASHINGTON – On Monday, July 28, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) visited North Wilkesboro manufacturer D&D Displays to tour their facility and speak with employees about policies that promote economic growth and well-paying jobs in North Carolina. Foxx was joined on her visit by D&D Displays CEO James D. Brown as well as representatives from the Chamber of Commerce and local government.

Washington, DC–Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today joined House Republicans in introducing a comprehensive energy bill to reduce the price of gas. The legislation, called the American Energy Act (H.R. 6566), aims to increase the supply of American-made energy, improve conservation efforts, and promote new technology that will help bring down the cost of gas.

Congresswoman Virginia Foxx released the following statement today after President Bush lifted the executive order that banned offshore oil drilling:

WASHINGTON, D.C.–Congresswoman Virginia Foxx today called on Congress to bring coal-to-liquid legislation to the House floor for a vote. She pressed members of the House of Representatives on both sides of the aisle to allow debate on a bipartisan bill (H.R. 2208) that creates incentives for the production of diesel fuel from coal.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx made the following statement today after the Supreme Court ruled that Washington, D.C.'s gun ownership ban was unconstitutional and in violation of the Second Amendment:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx today praised the passage of a long-delayed troop funding bill (H.R. 2642). Foxx voted in favor of the troop funding legislation last night, which includes approximately $165 billion for military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan through June 2009 and also includes $52 billion for veterans' education benefits.

Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) issued the following statement today after NBC news announced the passing of longtime Meet the Press anchor Tim Russert:

WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Virginia Foxx joined Representative Walter Jones of North Carolina at a press conference today to call on Congress to pass the Fence by Date Certain Act (H.R. 4987). H.R. 4987 mandates the completion of a double-layer fence along the U.S.-Mexico border by June 30, 2009. Rep. Jones introduced the bill this January in order to restore funding to the border fence project and ensure its timely completion.

WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx today called on the Democrat-controlled Congress to take up legislation to increase the supply of American oil and gas. She also highlighted the different approaches that Democrats and Republicans in the House of Representatives take to domestic oil and natural gas production.

WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx today voted against the final 2009 federal budget which includes $683 billion in tax hikes over the next five years. These increases amount to the largest tax increase in American history.

U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx today cosponsored The American Energy Independence and Price Reduction Act (H.R. 6107), a bill that would allow for the production of oil on 2,000 acres of northern Alaska. This legislation would reduce oil prices by allowing the U.S. to tap an estimated 10.4 billion barrels of oil and use the resulting revenue windfall to fund a wide array of existing renewable energy initiatives.

The American Conservative Union (ACU) today named Congresswoman Virginia Foxx as one of Congress' "Best & Brightest" for her conservative voting record in 2007. The ACU designates members of Congress as the "Best & Brightest" based on its annual Rating of Congress.

WASHINGTON, D.C.–U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx (NC-05) issued the following statement today in observance of National Peace Officers' Memorial Day and in honor of North Carolina's dedicated and professional law enforcement officers:

WASHINGTON, D.C.–United States Representative Virginia Foxx (NC-5) was recognized today by the group U.S. English for her dedication to preserving the unifying role of the English language in the United States. Rep. Foxx was one of a select number of House members honored with an "A in English" award based on her support of official English legislation in the 110th Congress.

The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau of the Department of the Treasury approved the establishment of the Swan Creek region of the Yadkin Valley as an American Viticultural Area effective May 27, 2008.

WASHINGTON, D.C.–Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today announced the start of the application period for her second annual "TEACHER in Congress" Internship. Under this internship program, one Fifth Congressional District school teacher will travel to Washington, D.C. for two weeks of intensive learning and curriculum development activities during the period of July 14-25.

WASHINGTON – The National Taxpayers Union today presented Congresswoman Virginia Foxx with the "Taxpayers' Friend Award" for her pro-taxpayer voting record in 2007. The 362,000-member, nonpartisan citizen group applauded Foxx for having the most "taxpayer friendly" voting record in North Carolina's Congressional delegation.

Congresswoman Virginia Foxx issued the following statement calling on former President Jimmy Carter not to meet with Khaled Mashal, head of the Hamas terrorist organization:

WASHINGTON, D.C.–The United States Chamber of Commerce has awarded Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC-05) its prestigious Spirit of Enterprise Award for her support of pro-growth legislation during the 110th Congress.

Washington, DC–Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-5) today announced her co-sponsorship of the Blogger Protection Act of 2008 (H.R. 5699), a bill that safeguards the First Amendment rights of bloggers. The Blogger Protection Act will transform current regulations that protect bloggers' rights into permanent federal law.

WASHINGTON, D.C.–On Tuesday, April 15 Congresswoman Virginia Foxx will host a telephone town hall on the topic of federal taxes and spending for Fifth District constituents. Constituents can call into the town hall meeting by dialing 1-877-850-4133 at 7:00 pm and entering the password FOXX (3699).

Washington, DC – One month remains for high schools students from across North Carolina's Fifth Congressional District to submit entries for Congresswoman Virginia Foxx's Congressional Art Competition. The deadline for submissions is Friday, May 2. Students may enter art in any of the following categories: Paintings, Drawings, Collage, Prints, Mixed Media, Computer-generated art, and Photography.

Washington, DC - U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx (NC-5) today voted against the Democrats' 2009 federal budget, which includes a $683 billion tax hike and $276 billion in new spending. This tax increase is the largest in American history.

Washington, DC - U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx (NC-5) today voted in favor of the Plain Language in Government Communications Act in the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee. The legislation, H.R. 3548, requires federal government agencies to use "plain language" in all public documents.

Washington, DC -Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-5) announced today that she was appointed to the House Page Board by House Republican Leader John Boehner. Rep. Foxx will serve alongside Rep. Bob Bishop of Utah through the end of the 110th Congress.

Washington, DC -Congresswoman Virginia Foxx released the following statement today after the House leadership refused to consider bipartisan Senate legislation that passed the Senate two weeks ago by a vote of 68-29: "It has been more than a week since the House left town without voting on critical intelligence legislation. This bipartisan legislation would have permanently fixed the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, FISA, and enabled our intelligence community to effectively monitor foreign terrorists' electronic communications.

Washington, DC -U. S. Representative Virginia Foxx today reminded constituents that in less than a year the nation will undergo a change in the way TV stations transmit over-the-air signals. On February 17, 2009 all television stations will stop broadcasting analog signals and will only transmit digital signals. The federal government has established a converter box coupon program for households with analog TVs that will need a special converter box. All U.S. households may request up to two $40 coupons for the purchase of a digital-to-analog converter box. The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), a federal government agency, began to issue the $40 coupons this week.

Washington, DC -Now that the economic stimulus package has been signed into law, many North Carolina taxpayers have questions about how the new tax refunds will work. Below is a list of frequently asked questions and answers based on information from the IRS and the House Ways and Means Committee.

Washington, DC -Congresswoman Virginia Foxx released the following statement today on the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform's hearings on the Mitchell Report and Steroids in Baseball: "It is clear that much hinges on the outcome of the various criminal and civil proceedings taking place regarding this issue of steroids in baseball. Both Mr. Clemens and Mr. McNamee's testimonies will be subject to intense scrutiny.

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx (NC-5) today announced that she pledges not to conduct "robo" calls to voters in her district who have registered their phone number with the National Political Do Not Contact (NPDNC) registry at StopPoliticalCalls.org. Rep. Foxx is the first Member of Congress to take the "Do Not Robo Call" pledge since the non-profit Citizens for Civil Discourse launched the list last October. Rep. Foxx is leading the efforts in Congress to legislate a political "do not call" list and last year introduced H.R. 248, the Robo Calls Off Phones (Robo COP) Act.

Washington, DC - As tax season gets into full swing, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx has introduced tax reform legislation that repeals the law requiring employers to withhold federal taxes from their employees' pay. The Federal Tax Withholding Act of 2008 (H.R. 5175) will give working Americans freedom and flexibility in paying their taxes and will also help keep the federal government accountable to informed taxpayers.

"We must focus on balancing the budget without raising the taxes of hard-working North Carolina taxpayers. I am committed to reining in government spending and returning the savings to taxpayers. This should be the top priority of any budget that passes Congress.

Washington, DC - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx voted today for an economic growth package that aims to keep the United States economy strong. This legislation is the product of bipartisan negotiations between the leaders of the House of Representatives. It is designed to boost the American economy by putting money back in the hands of middle class families and by giving businesses incentives to create new jobs.

Washington, DC-U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (NC-05) made the following statement after President Bush addressed a joint session of Congress for his 2008 State of the Union speech: "The message to the American people tonight was clear. Congressional earmarking is a broken system. The president has proposed cutting the number of earmarks in half. I think we can and must do better than that. That's why at the end of last year I decided to request no new earmarks.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - John Paul Cassil, a high school junior from State Road, NC graduated from the Congressional page program today. Congresswoman Virginia Foxx nominated Cassil for the fall term of the House program and Cassil has completed the September through January semester.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx has introduced a Congressional resolution congratulating the Appalachian State Mountaineers for winning three-straight NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision titles.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx has been recognized as a "True Blue" Member of Congress by Family Research Council Action and Focus on the Family Action for her strong support of the family.

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx's Web site, www.foxx.house.gov, today received an award for being one of Congress' top Web sites in terms of design, legislative information and constituent resources. This is the first time that Foxx's site won the Congressional Management Foundation's 2007 Gold Mouse Award, although the foundation did award Foxx's Web site a Bronze Mouse in 2006.

WASHINGTON - An important Yadkin water project that has been in the works for more than 50 years will soon begin construction thanks to nearly $5 million in federal funding that was signed into law in late December. Congresswoman Virginia Foxx requested the funding for the Deep Creek water project, which was included in the year-end federal spending bill (H.R. 2764).

WASHINGTON - The House of Representatives yesterday unanimously approved a measure sponsored by Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) that recognizes the contributions of the live Christmas tree industry to the United States economy. The measure (HJ Res 15) pays tribute to both the cultural and economic significance of the Christmas tree in American life.

WASHINGTON - The House Agriculture Committee today unanimously approved a measure sponsored by Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) that recognizes the contributions of the live Christmas tree industry to the United States economy. The measure (HJ Res 15) now heads to the floor of the House of Representatives for a vote before the full House.

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today urged North Carolina homeowners who expect to have difficulty making their mortgage payments to get help as soon as possible. Rep. Foxx advised at-risk homeowners to call 1-888-995-HOPE for free, confidential help from the HOPE NOW Alliance's free HOPE hotline.

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) yesterday testified before the Committee on House Administration about keeping unwanted political "robo-calls" out of voters' homes. Foxx told members of Congress about legislation she introduced this Congress called the Robo Calls Off Phones (Robo COP) Act.

Washington, D.C.-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx today voted against legislation that would lead to higher gas and higher electricity prices for millions of Americans.

Washington, D.C.-In a marathon session lasting late into Thursday evening, the House Education Committee unanimously adopted an amendment offered by Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) that will ban the creation of a nation-wide database of college students' personal information.

Washington, D.C.-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) co-sponsored a Congressional resolution this week that calls on states not to issue driver's licenses to illegal immigrants. The issue of granting licenses to illegal immigrants arose recently when New York Gov. Eliot Spitzer proposed a plan to give driver's licenses to illegal immigrants in the state of New York.

Washington, DC-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today voted to protect religious liberty and the states' rights to define, protect, and preserve the institution of marriage. In voting against HR 3685, Rep. Foxx opposed language in the bill that would infringe on Americans' First Amendment rights and that would force employers with moral beliefs on homosexuality to disavow their beliefs.

Washington, D.C.-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx today will honor of members of the Armed Forces who gave their lives in the Vietnam War as part of a ceremony marking the 25th Anniversary of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. She will read the names of service members as part of a four day event in which all of the more than 58,000 names inscribed on the wall will be read aloud.

Washington, D.C.-After congressional Democrats yesterday introduced a tax bill that ranks as the largest individual tax increase in history, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) said the bill would harm small businesses and economic growth. Already known as the "Mother of all Tax Hikes," the legislation introduced by Rep. Charles Rangel would raises taxes by more than $1 trillion.

Washington, D.C.-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx last night voted to protect journalists' right to confidentiality. She voted in favor of the Free Flow of Information Act (H.R. 2102), a bill that will shield reporters from being subpoenaed or jailed over confidential sources. The so-called media shield legislation passed the House by a vote of 398-21.

Washington, D.C.-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx today voted to extend the ban on Internet taxation for another four years. Her vote in favor of the Internet Tax Freedom Act Amendments Act of 2007 (H.R. 3678) ensures that Americans are not subject to burdensome, new taxes on Internet access. The current Internet tax moratorium was set to expire in two weeks, on November 1, 2007.

Washington, D.C.-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx today praised a decision allowing Members of Congress to use references to God on messages to constituents that accompany flags flown over the Capitol. The decision came after the Architect of the Capitol last week attempted to ban all references to God on the certificates sent by Representatives to constituents who requested flags to be flown over the Capitol.

Washington, D.C.-After learning about an act of vandalism to the Vietnam Veterans War Memorial that U.S. Park Police called a "terrible crime," Congresswoman Virginia Foxx joined a bi-partisan group of more than 100 Representatives to denounce the vandalism to the Memorial in Washington, D.C. Foxx is an original co-sponsor of H Res 680, which condemns the actions of those who splashed an oily substance over much of the Wall in September.

Washington, D.C.-A North Carolina Christmas tree farmer will testify before the House Agriculture Committee about the labor needs of American agriculture this week. Harry Yates, who has been growing Christmas trees in Watauga County for more than 30 years, will testify about the importance of streamlining burdensome migrant labor regulations.

Washington, D.C.-As part of her ongoing effort to stop new taxes from being passed on the people of North Carolina, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-5) recently signed onto legislation that will permanently ban taxes on Internet access and prohibit the double-taxation of e-commerce. As a co-sponsor of the Permanent Internet Tax Freedom Act (HR 743), Foxx joins a bipartisan group of members of Congress in support of legislation that will ensure Americans are not forced to pay new taxes on Internet access.

Washington, D.C.-In a move that enacts new drug-safety measures to protect consumers while also ensuring continued access to ground-breaking drugs, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx yesterday voted for legislation (HR 3580) to reform the Food and Drug Administration's oversight of the market for new drugs.

Washington, D.C.-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx released the following statement today condemning MoveOn.org for a full-page ad the liberal group ran in the New York Times that refers to General Petraeus as "General Betray Us."

Congresswoman Virginia Foxx took to the floor of the House of Representatives on the heels of ASU's upset win over Michigan to praise the team for their historic victory. Calling the win "one of the greatest upsets in college football history," Foxx highlighted ASU's amazing start to the 2007 season and honored the ASU players and coaches.

Washington, D.C.-U.S. House leaders yesterday appointed Congresswoman Virginia Foxx as a negotiator to help iron out differences between the House and Senate versions of a higher education bill (H.R. 2669). In her role as a House conferee on H.R. 2669, Foxx will work with her Senate and House colleagues to produce the final version of the bill.

WASHINGTON, D.C.-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-5) today announced that the House approved $500,000 in funding for a Surry County local water improvement project. The project will extend the local water infrastructure to the interchanges of Interstates 77 and 74. This funding was included in the Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2008 (H.R. 2643).

Washington, D.C.-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx today announced that the North Carolina Division of Emergency Management will receive $4.01 million from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to support the state's floodplain mapping project.

WASHINGTON, D.C.-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx today announced that the U.S. House of Representatives approved $3,000,000 in funding for the Wake Forest University Health Sciences alternatives to transplantation program. The Wake Forest medical research program is based in Winston Salem. The funding was included in the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2008 (H.R. 2641)and the Department of Defense Appropriations Act of 2008 (H.R. 3222).

WASHINGTON-United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) today announced that an $82,508 grant will be awarded to Beeson Crossroads Fire and Rescue Department for operations and firefighter safety.

Washington, D.C.-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-5) today voted to update the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), a law that governs the intelligence gathering abilities of the United States. The Director of National Intelligence, Admiral Michael McConnell, informed Congress on multiple occasions that FISA needed to be updated in order to close a terrorist surveillance loophole which kept the U.S. from effectively gathering intelligence.

Washington, D.C.-On Thursday, August 3 the House of Representatives suffered a crisis of confidence as the leadership of the Democrat party undermined a final vote on a measure that would have barred illegal immigrants from receiving government benefits. An agriculture spending bill was up for debate and Republicans had introduced a measure to keep the federal government from granting benefits to illegal immigrants.

WASHINGTON, D.C.-Daric Beiter, the first annual recipient of the "Teacher in Congress" internship completed two weeks of focused, hands-on learning about the legislative process in Washington, D.C. Beiter, a history, civics and economics teacher at Davie County High School, is the first Fifth District teacher to complete the two week internship tailored for high school teachers.

WASHINGTON, D.C.-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-5) today voted for a bill (S.1) that makes changes to the rules governing lobbying and ethics in Congress, while also noting her disappointment that the bill does too little to reform congressional openness. The bill includes provisions on the disclosure requirements for lobbying activities and earmarks.

WASHINGTON, D.C.-U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx today voted for the final version of a bill (H.R. 1) that will enact several recommendations of the 9/11 Commission. The bill contains provisions that allow for the screening of seaborne cargo as well as strong protections for individuals who report suspicious activity to authorities.

WASHINGTON - Representatives Virginia Foxx and Patrick McHenry yesterday secured $1 million in federal funding for the Statesville Regional Airport, which is included in the Fiscal Year 2008 U.S. Department of Transportation Appropriations bill. The funding will be used to expand and improve the airport by bolstering the runway, ramp area, and taxiways as well as provide for land acquisition.

WASHINGTON, D.C.-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx today praised an agreement reached last night that will protect Americans who report suspicious activity to authorities. The agreement, which will be included in a bill that implements recommendations of the 9/11 Commission (H.R. 1), will provide legal protection for Americans who report suspicious-looking activities to authorities.

WASHINGTON, D.C.-Congress today passed a bill sponsored by Congresswoman Virginia Foxx that honors the Appalachian State University football team's second consecutive national championship win. Foxx introduced the bill in January shortly after the ASU Mountaineers (H. Res. 210) record-breaking victory over Massachusetts in the NCAA Division I-AA national championship game.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx today praised the government's announcement that the 2007 federal budget shortfall will be $40 billion lower than anticipated. The deficit has been cut in half in just the last three years, and is at its lowest point in five years thanks to strong economic expansion and higher than expected tax revenue.

"This defeat for the immigration bill signals that the American people have made it clear that under no circumstances do they support legislation offering amnesty to illegal aliens. The Senate finally heard the American people's voices and voted to put the procedural brakes on an ill-conceived piece of immigration legislation.

WASHINGTON, D.C.-In a move to keep the United States' taxpayer dollars out of the hands of groups that promote abortion, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx today voted in support of an amendment to restore the Mexico City Policy. The Mexico City Policy, first enacted by President Reagan in 1984, ensures that organizations doing international population assistance work that promote abortion as a family planning method do not receive U.S. funding.

WASHINGTON, D.C.-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx today moved to save taxpayers at least $200 million by offering an amendment to the State, Foreign Operations, and Related Program Appropriations Act of 2008 that holds the line on funding sent to the United Nations. Her amendment simply keeps funding at FY 2007 levels, instead of enacting the major increases proposed in the underlying spending bill.

WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today lauded the presidential veto of a bill which would have given new federal funding to stem cell research. The bill would have forced American taxpayers to fund unproven, ethically questionable embryonic stem cell research requiring the destruction of human life.

WASHINGTON, D.C.-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx today vowed to fight secrecy in the federal spending process after Democratic lawmakers decided to keep individual spending requests secret until August-months after the House votes on spending bills that will contain the requests. The powerful Appropriations Committee will be inserting the spending requests-or earmarks-after the bills pass the House, effectively cutting off debate on potentially wasteful or controversial items.

WASHINGTON-U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx today applauded the recent changes to the State Department rules governing the use of passports for international travel. The State Department recently decided to allow travelers to show proof of a pending passport application for those who have been affected by the massive delays in new passport processing. Last week Foxx sent a letter to Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, urging immediate action to alleviate the problems faced by millions of Americans awaiting approval of their applications.

WASHINGTON-U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx today voted against stem cell research that requires the destruction of human embryos. Her vote came in opposition to the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act (S. 5) which would grant federal money to expand the number of stem cell lines for research that uses human embryos.

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) recently received the United States Chamber of Commerce "Spirit of Enterprise" award for her consistent record of support on critical business issues in the 109th Congress.

WASHINGTON–Since coming to Congress in 2005, one of Congresswoman Virginia Foxx's priorities has been improving the lives of America's veterans. Her proactive stance resulted in the HERO Act–which allows soldiers earning hazard pay to make IRA contributions–being signed into law last Memorial Day and today fuels her desire to see further improvements to the way our military men and women are cared for.

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today voted to fully fund U.S. troops. This latest bill to fund the troops does not contain a timeline for withdrawal from Iraq and funds the troops through the end of the fiscal year.

WASHINGTON, D.C.-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today voted against the Democrat 2008 federal budget, which allows for a $217 billion tax increase-the second largest in the country's history. Rep. Foxx cited concerns with a provision in the bill which allows Congress to raise taxes even more should spending outstrip tax receipts in the coming years.

WASHINGTON, D.C.-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) this week announced the start of the application process for her first annual TEACHER in Congress internship. One Fifth District school teacher will travel to Washington, D.C. for two weeks of intensive learning and curriculum development activities this July.

WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today voted against new troop funding legislation that calls for a 90-day deadline for U.S. troop withdrawal from Iraq and allows only 60 days' worth of funding for the troops. This legislation is the next version of troop funding drawn up by the Democrats on the heels of a veto of the last failed troop funding bill.

WASHINGTON, D.C.-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today voted against a weakened homeland security bill (H.R. 1684) that ignores direct recommendations of the 9/11 Commission-despite Democrat promises to enact these recommendations. The Democrat leadership also stripped the bill of bipartisan security measures, effectively reducing the country's ability to guard against and respond to terrorist attacks.

WASHINGTON, DC-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today voted to support the constitutional rights of every American by voting against the Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2007 (H.R. 1592). The Hate Crimes Act would give special legal status to members of certain groups, specifically adding "sexual orientation" and "gender identity" groups as federally protected parties. Two identical crimes committed against members of different groups could therefore be punished differently.

WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today marked the National Day of Prayer by co-sponsoring the Public Prayer Protection Act. This bill would protect the right of elected and appointed officials to express their religious beliefs through public prayer by placing all establishment clause court cases involving prayer by public officials under the jurisdiction of state courts.

U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx today voted against the troop funding bill that contained a timeline to withdraw U.S. troops from Iraq. The House of Representatives' attempt to override a presidential veto, which requires a 2/3 super-majority, was unsuccessful. Rep. Foxx voted with 203 other Representatives to bring the troop funding debate back to the House floor and forge a compromise bill.

WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today voted against a troop funding bill (H.R. 1591) that calls for a deadline for U.S. troops to be withdrawn from Iraq. The bill came to the floor again today after coming out of conference with the Senate. Rep. Foxx first voted against this measure in March.

"Today's report should be a huge wakeup call to elected officials of every political stripe in Congress," Rep Foxx said. "Our social security system is broken. Medicare is on the brink of insolvency and for the first time the trustees have issued a Medicare funding warning that calls for quick action from the President and Congress."

"Today's decision by the United States Supreme Court to affirm the ban on partial-birth abortion will ensure that lives of the unborn are protected from this incredibly gruesome procedure.

WASHINGTON- Tax Day 2007 marks both low and high points in U.S. tax history. The Republican tax cuts in 2001 and 2003 lowered taxes to near-record lows. In fact, the average federal tax rate for a four-person family earning the median income is 13.1 percent-the lowest it has been in 40 years. But at the same time, Congressional Democrats passed a federal budget blueprint last month that assumes the expiration of the Republican tax cuts by 2010-to the tune of a more than $390 billion tax hike over five years.

WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx today issued the following statement on the shootings at Virginia Tech's Blacksburg campus:

WASHINGTON-U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today announced that the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program is open for applications from local first responders. The fiscal year 2007 AFG program opened on March 29 and closes on May 4, 2007.

WASHINGTON-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today voted against the Democrat 2008 fiscal year budget proposal, which allows for a $392.5 billion tax increase-the largest in the country's history.

WASHINGTON-U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today voted to ensure America's injured and wounded soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines receive the finest healthcare available through the military health system. The Wounded Warriors Assistance Act has the support of the senior Republicans and Democrats on both the House Armed Services Committee and the House Veterans Affairs Committee.

WASHINGTON-United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) today announced that a $77,686 grant will be awarded to the Lewisville Volunteer Fire Department for operations and firefighter safety.

WASHINGTON-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today released the following statement on the Democrat's proposed FY08 budget: "The House Democrats showed their true colors today. In proposing a budget that includes the largest tax increase in history, the Democrats have proven that they would like nothing better than to return to the tax and spend model of government.

WASHINGTON-Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) today announced that a $159,510 grant will be awarded to the Old Richmond Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad in Forsyth County for operations and firefighter safety.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (NC-5) voted this week to help bring the latest advances in energy technology to rural areas. These new technologies have the potential to reduce America's reliance on foreign energy supplies. Under the new legislation, farmers and construction and industrial professionals in rural areas would be the primary beneficiaries of increased access to training on breakthroughs in energy efficiency technology.

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-5) yesterday introduced and received approval for an amendment to a bill that will protect the confidentiality of children in Head Start programs. The bill, HR 1429, aims to stop unnecessary high-stakes testing for young children. Foxx's amendment ensures that federal agencies do not use children's personally identifiable information to create national databases for the Head Start program.

Washington, D.C. - The Web site of Congresswoman Virginia Foxx was honored today by the Congressional Management Foundation, a non-profit, non-partisan management consulting and research organization in Washington, D.C., for being one of the best in Congress. The site, www.foxx.house.gov, was one of 615 evaluated in The 2006 Gold Mouse Report: Recognizing the Best Web Sites on Capitol Hill, which analyzed congressional Web sites including those of all Senate and House Members, committees (both majority and minority sites), and official leadership sites. Eighty-five Web sites were cited in 2006, with 18 winning Gold, 27 winning Silver, and 40 winning Bronze Mouse Awards. The Foxx web site was the only North Carolina delegation site honored with an award.

WASHINGTON-United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) today announced that a $51,962 grant will be awarded to the Forbush Volunteer Fire Department in Yadkin County for operations and firefighter safety.

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) strongly condemned the recent non-binding resolution brought to the House floor that would demoralize our troops and embolden the terrorists. Foxx said this resolution is the Democrats' next step in turning their backs on American troops in the field and leaving Iraq in chaos, without any consideration of the consequences. Congresswoman Foxx spoke out on this matter on the House floor stating:

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) honored country music legend and Sparta, North Carolina native Del Reeves on the House floor last evening. Reeves was a member of the Grand Ole Opry and had 55 charted hits. Del Reeves passed away on New Year's Day, 2007 after a long and painful bout of emphysema. Below is the transcript of Foxx's speech:

WASHINGTON - After President Bush addressed the nation during a joint session of Congress, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) released the following statement: "I believe the President gave an earnest speech that addressed the many challenges that confront our nation. I was pleased to see that the President focused his speech on both the prominent foreign and domestic challenges America currently faces.

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) joined seventeen other Members of the Republican Party in calling on the Justice Department to administer a lie- detector test to former Clinton National Security Advisor Samuel R. Berger. Upon signing the letter, Foxx issued the following statement:

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) voted against H.R. 6, the CLEAN Energy Act of 2007, a Democrat bill that would only increase taxes, raise fuel costs, result in more job losses for Americans and maintain America's dependence on foreign oil.

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) honored NASCAR racing legend and Fifth District native Benny Parsons on the House Floor yesterday. Benny was a truly inspirational figure who passed away Tuesday, January 16 after a long battle with cancer. Below is the transcript of Foxx's speech:

Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) stood up today to protect the sanctity of human life by voting against H.R. 3, The Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act. This legislation permits federal funding for the first time of research involving the intentional destruction of human embryos to extract their stem cells.

WASHINGTON - On Friday, January 5th, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) introduced H.R. 248, the Robo Calls Off Phones (Robo COP) Act. This legislation would prohibit pre-recorded or robotic political calls to individuals who do not wish to receive these calls. This bill is identical to one Foxx introduced in the previous Congress.

WASHINGTON - After President Bush addressed the nation on the situation in Iraq and a new direction for the Iraq war, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) released the following statement: "I applaud the President for recognizing the need for a new direction in the Iraq war and presenting tangible solutions to the problems we currently face. By laying out the three critical components for success, the President is showing the American people that there is an attainable solution. We must embrace this new direction by facing the military, political and economic challenges before any progress can be made. I am very pleased the President has stood by his pledge to accept nothing shot of victory and has shown the American people he will adapt to achieve this.

WASHINGTON - After attending the funeral service at the National Cathedral for the late President of the United States Gerald R. Ford, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) issued the following statement:

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) is pleased to announce her new Congressional office located in 430 Cannon House Office Building.

WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) voted in favor of H.R. 6099 the Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act. This is an informed consent bill that ensures mothers are educated of the evidence that their unborn child can feel pain by 20 weeks after gestation, if not earlier and would allow women to request pain medicine for their baby. When they have chosen an abortion, women are not currently informed of the extremely painful death their child will endure during an abortion.

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05), author of H.J. Res. 96, a bill to recognize the contributions of the Christmas tree growers to the United States economy is pleased to announce its passage by voice vote in the House of Representatives today. H.J. Res. 96 not only recognizes the economic contributions of the live Christmas tree industry, but this legislation also acknowledges the historical importance of the Christmas tree to traditional family values.

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today released the following statement in observation of Veterans Day a long standing holiday with roots back to 1919, which is being observed on Saturday, November 11:

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) was recognized as a "True Blue" member of Congress by the Family Research Council for her voting record and unwavering support of family values.

WASHINGTON - Senator John Kerry (D-MA) made derogatory remarks about American soldiers in Iraq the other day stating, "You know education, if you make the most of it, you study hard, you do your homework, and you make an effort to be smart, you can do well. If you don't you get stuck in Iraq." In response to the insulting remark, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) released the following statement:

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) was recognized by The 60 Plus Association as a friend of senior citizens when President Jim Martin bestowed upon Foxx their highest award, the "Guardian of Seniors' Rights" and stated, "Senior citizens know they can always count on Representative Virginia Foxx."

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) praised the signing of H.R. 6061, The Secure Fence Act of 2006, into law today. The Secure Fence Act authorizes 700 miles of two-layered reinforced fencing and mandates that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) achieve and maintain operational control over the entire border through various methods such as ground sensors, cameras and other surveillance technology. Not only does The Secure Fence Act provide for a physical barrier but it also calls for more systematic surveillance of our borders through adding more border patrol agents and state-of-the-art technology. Additionally, it requires DHS to give border patrol agents the authority to disable fleeing vehicles.

YADKINVILLE, N.C. - Today, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) was presented The Friend of the Farm Bureau Award from the North Carolina Farm Bureau and the American Farm Bureau Federation in Yadkinville, North Carolina. This honor is presented each year by the Farm Bureau to recognize members of Congress who vote for Farm Bureau supported legislation.

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - Today Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) hosted Congressman John Mica (FL-07) for a tour of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County. Congressman Mica, a senior member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee joined Foxx, along with Winston-Salem Mayor Joines, other city officials and local leaders to discuss and examine important transportation issues.

WASHINGTON - Yesterday, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) announced a total of $346,437 in federal vouchers from the Department of Housing and Urban Development's Housing Choice Voucher and Family Self-Sufficiency program. The Winston-Salem Housing Authority will receive $52,030, the Northwestern Regional Housing Authority in Boone will receive $200,804 and the Statesville Housing Authority will receive $93,603.

GREENSBORO, N.C. - Today, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) joined President Bush at the Waldo C. Falkener Elementary School in Greensboro, North Carolina as he highlighted the successes of the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) and how it has assisted in the quality of education at Falkener Elementary school.

WASHINGTON - On Sunday, October 9th, North Korea tested a nuclear weapon in defiance of the world community. This act shows the North Korean regime's indifference to U.N. sanctions already in place before October 9th in addition to its desire to threaten peace and stability throughout the world. After the confirmation of a nuclear test, Congresswoman Foxx, (NC-05) issued the following statement:

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) commended the signing into law of the Military Commissions Act (S.3930) today. This critical legislation establishes military tribunals where terrorists will be prosecuted fairly and effectively without compromising intelligence information that terrorists could use to harm our troops or citizens.

WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) lauded the signing into law of the Security and Accountability for Every (SAFE) Port Act Conference Report (H.R.4954). The SAFE Port Act will provide the necessary resources to secure our ports and protect them from terrorism by enhancing the ability to track and screen containers that enter U.S. ports.

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) praised the Administration's recent announcement that the deficit has been cut in half three years ahead of schedule. Congresswoman Foxx also hailed the Bureau of Labor Statistics' announcement that 51,000 jobs were created in September, marking the 37th straight month of job gains, and 19 consecutive quarters of economic growth.

WASHINGTON - Last week, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) was recognized by the fiscally conservative group, Americans for Tax Reform for being a "Hero of the Taxpayer." This prestigious award is given yearly by Americans for Tax Reform (ATR), a public policy organization opposed to any tax increases. Upon receiving the reward, Congresswoman Foxx stated:

CLEMMONS, N.C. - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) presented service medals in a ceremony to three veterans on Monday, October 2 at her Clemmons office.

WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) praised the passage of H.R. 6155, The Military Commissions Act of 2006 and H.R. 5825, The Electronic Surveillance Modernization Act, both of which are critical bills in fighting the global war on terror. Upon passage of the bills, Congresswoman Foxx released the following statement:

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) was able to secure $1 million for the Institute for Regenerative Medicine at Wake Forest University. The funding was included in the 2007 Department of Defense Appropriations Conference Report, which passed the House last night and now goes to the President to sign into law.

WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) voted in favor of two bills that would protect traditional values by protecting the public expression of religion and safeguarding our nation's children. The first bill, H.R. 2679, ensures every American's right to defend religious symbols and expressions in the courtroom. The second bill, S. 403, prevents the transportation of minors across state lines for abortions in order to dodge parental notification requirements in the minor's home state. Congresswoman Foxx was a cosponsor of H.R. 2679 and the original House version of S. 403. After the House passed these crucial pieces of legislation, Congresswoman Foxx elaborated on her support, stating:

WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) cosponsored and voted for three bills that crack down on illegal immigration and strengthen border security. These bills expedite removal of alien criminals, empower state and local law officers to help enforcement of our immigration laws, and increase the penalties for constructing and financing tunnels across our borders. Upon passage of these three bills, Congresswoman Foxx released the following statement:

WASHINGTON - On September 19, 2006, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) introduced House Joint Resolution 96 to recognize the contribution of the live Christmas Tree industry to the United States.

WASHINGTON - Yesterday, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) voted in favor of H. Res. 1000, providing for earmark reform in the House of Representatives. This resolution passed by 245-171 and will ensure greater accountability and transparency in the expenditure of federal dollars. Upon passage of the resolution, Congresswoman Foxx released the following statement:

WASHINGTON -Today, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) cosponsored and voted in strong support of H.R. 6061, The Secure Fence Act of 2006, which passed in the House of Representatives 340 to 79. Border fences have a proven success rate in drastically reducing the number of illegal alien apprehensions. For example, the fence along the San Diego/Mexico border mandated by Congress in 1996, helped decrease from 200,000 illegal apprehensions in 1992 to 9,000 in 2005. Congresswoman Foxx, a relentless advocate for border security has a strong record in securing our borders and fighting against illegal immigration, as she cosponsored and pushed for House passage of H.R. 418, the Real ID Act and H.R. 4437, The Border Protection, Antiterrorism and Illegal Immigration Control Act. Upon passage of The Secure Fence Act today, Congresswoman Foxx issued the following statement:

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today issued the following statement after the House of Representatives passed a resolution remembering the terrorist attacks of 9/11, while also reaffirming America's resolve in the global war on terror:

WASHINGTON - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) today joined the American people in observing the 5th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.

WASHINGTON - Today, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) joined Congressmen Jones, Tancredo, Goode, Poe, and Gohmert, as well as TJ Bonner, President of the National Border Patrol Council and Andy Ramirez, Chairman of The Friends of Border Patrol in a press conference urging the Department of Justice to ensure a thorough and timely investigation of the recent conviction of two border patrol agents.

WASHINGTON - Today, the National Forest Service announced its intent to develop an additional alternative to the Globe Project. Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) commented, "I am pleased the National Forest Service officials have listened to my concerns managing the forest and the urging of many Blowing Rock residents and have agreed to find an alternative way to preserve the scenic quality of Blowing Rock. This is a step in the right direction. It shows that the Federal Government will hear the concerns of local citizens as well as their elected representatives."

WINSTON-SALEM- On Monday, August 28th U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx will visit the Drug Abuse Community Research Center in the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology at the Wake Forest University School of Medicine.

WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx (NC-05), a member of the Government Reform Subcommittee on Criminal Justice, Drug Policy and Human Resources participated in a hearing this morning in Gastonia, North Carolina. The hearing was scheduled to investigate and explore the legislative options before Congress in combating illegal immigration and the burden it places on American citizens.

Clemmons, N.C. - Congresswoman Virginia Foxx is pleased to announce the Fifth District Service Academy Nomination Board. The nomination board is charged with reviewing applications, interviewing candidates, and recommending those qualified for nominations to the various service academies. The board consists of educators, veterans, and community leaders from across the Fifth District.

WASHINGTON - Today, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (NC-5) applauded American, British and Pakistani security officials for their role in uncovering and disrupting a terror plot of epic proportions.

WASHINGTON - Today, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (NC-5) voted for the passage of the conference report on S. 250, the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Improvement Act of 2005. This legislation strengthens accountability and ensures effective use of federal funds in order to provide solid vocational and technical education to students.

WASHINGTON - Tonight, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (NC-5) voted to uphold President Bush's first veto since he took office in 2001. The bill would have created incentives for the destruction of human life through embryonic stem cell research. Rep. Foxx hailed the House's upholding of the veto when it failed to receive the necessary two-thirds majority this evening (235 voting "yea" and 193 voting "nay").

WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (NC-5) voted for two bills this evening: the Fetus Farming Prohibition Act (S. 3504) and the Alternative Pluripotent Stem Cell Act (S. 2754).

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (NC-5) voted today to pass the Pledge Protection Act which will prevent courts from questioning the constitutionality of the phrase "under God." This Act passed the House with a vote of 260 - 167.

WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (NC-5) today voted to pass H.J. Res. 88: the Marriage Protection Amendment, which will protect traditional American values by defining marriage as a union only between one man and one woman. Foxx is an original cosponsor and outspoken proponent of the legislation that received majority support (236-187) in the House today, but did not reach the two-thirds majority required to pass. Today's vote represents an increase of 9 votes from the last time it was considered in the House.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) took action today to protect Americans from the dangers of Internet gambling by voting to pass H.R. 4411, the Internet Gambling Prohibition and Enforcement Act. This bill cuts off funding for online gambling sites, increases criminal penalties for those who break the law and supports international anti-money laundering efforts.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) took action today to change restrictive government policies that have stifled domestic energy production for years. She voted to pass the Deep Ocean Energy Resources (DOER) Act which will help America decrease its dependence on foreign energy sources by permitting the use of more energy sources from the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS.)

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5.) voted today to require FEMA to enact important reforms to increase accountability and restore the financial solvency in the National Flood Insurance Program.

WASHINGTON - Today, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted for permanent Death Tax relief for thousands of American families, small businesses and family farms. The House passed H.R. 5638, the Permanent Estate Tax Relief Act of 2006, in a 269 to 156 vote.

WASHINGTON - This afternoon, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) demonstrated her ongoing commitment to fiscal restraint by voting to pass the Legislative Line Item Veto Act of 2006. This bill gives the President increased authority to propose the removal of unnecessary or wasteful spending items from federal spending bills.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is pleased to announce that she has secured $3.4 million for research and development at NanoTechLabs in Yadkin County. This funding will be used to develop nanotechnology-based defense products to keep our military safe.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is pleased to announce that she has secured $2 million for the Institute for Regenerative Medicine at Wake Forest University. The funding was included in the Department of Defense Appropriations Act for FY 2007, which passed the House tonight.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is pleased to announce a $1,507,275 grant for the Interstate 40/Interstate 77 interchange reconstruction in Iredell County.

WASHINGTON - Today, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) supported H.Res. 861, a resolution declaring that "the United States will prevail in the Global War on Terror." The House spent 10 hours debating the measure yesterday, which comes on the heels of two victories - the formation of a full Iraqi government and the death of al-Qaeda's principal leader in Iraq, Abu-Musab al-Zarqawi.

ALEXANDRIA, VA- The American Conservative Union, the nation's oldest and largest grassroots conservative lobbying organization, is proud to honor Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) with its 2005 Best and Brightest Award.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) announced today that she was able to secure $500,000 for the Northern Beltway Eastern Extension in Forsyth County. These funds will go to improving the eastern section from U.S. Highway 52 to Business 40, and the Eastern Extension from Business 40 to U.S. Highway 311. These roadways will become part of the new I-73/74 high priority corridor.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) announced today that she secured $750,000 for improvements to the Statesville Regional Airport. The funding was included in the FY 2007 Transportation, Treasury, HUD, the Judiciary and the District of Columbia Appropriations Act which passed the House today.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) made the following statement this morning: "We are making great strides in the War on Terror with every new day. Just last night, Abu Musab al-Zarqawi, the mastermind behind countless brutal acts of terror, was killed in an air strike. Al-Zarqawi was directly responsible for thousands of bombings, assassinations, kidnappings and other acts of terror in Iraq and around the globe. Thanks to the hard work and perseverance of our United States military and intelligence forces, he will no longer be able to kill again. This is a major victory in the War on Terror and a major setback to Al Qaeda, as al-Zarqawi was one of its strongest leaders.

CLEMMONS - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is pleased to announce that eight residents of the Fifth District have been appointed to our nation's service academies. Rep. Foxx nominated these students last fall after a rigorous application and interview process. They were recently notified of their appointment. She will honor these students on Friday, June 9 at the Village Inn Conference Center in Clemmons.

WASHINGTON-- This afternoon, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) took yet another step toward reducing America's dependence on foreign oil and helping alleviate the high price at the pump by voting for H.R. 5254, the Refinery Permit Process Schedule Act.

WASHINGTON - This morning, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-N.C.-5) joined President Bush in the Oval Office as he signed the Heroes Earned Retirement Opportunities (or H.E.R.O.) Act into law. The bill, authored by Foxx, amends the IRS Code of 1986 to allow members of the Armed Forces earning hazard pay to make Individual Retirement Account contributions.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is pleased to announce that she has secured $250,000 for the Ore Knob Aquatic Restoration Project in Ashe County, N.C. The funding was included in the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act for FY 2007, which passed the House earlier this week.

WASHINGTON - President Bush will sign the Heroes Earned Retirement Opportunities (or H.E.R.O.) Act into law on Memorial Day, May 29. The bill, authored by U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-N.C.-5), will amend the IRS Code of 1986 to allow members of the Armed Forces earning hazard pay to make Individual Retirement Account contributions.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is pleased to announce that she has secured $750,000 for the Wilkes/Yadkin/Surry County Wastewater Treatment Facility Consolidation. The funding was included in the FY 2007 Department of the Interior appropriations bill which passed the House last week.

WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) took further action to help alleviate the high prices at the pump by voting to pass H.R. 5429, The American-Made Energy and Good Jobs Act. This bill will help the United States reduce its dependence on foreign oil sources by authorizing oil and gas exploration in Alaska's Artic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR).

WASHINGTON - Tonight, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) helped farmers and ranchers in Northwest North Carolina by voting to pass H.R. 5384, the annual Agriculture appropriations bill for FY 2007.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted today to help our soldiers and veterans receive the health care and benefits they deserve. The House of Representatives approved the Military Quality of Life and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act for FY 2007 by a vote of 395 to 0.

WASHINGTON - The United States Senate has passed H.R. 1499, the Heroes Earned Retirement Opportunities (or H.E.R.O.) Act. The bill, introduced by U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5), will amend the IRS Code of 1986 to allow members of the Armed Forces earning hazard pay to make Individual Retirement Account contributions. Earlier this month, the House passed an improved version of the bill (H. Res. 803), also authored by Foxx, to allow combat pay earned in 2004 and 2005 to also be eligible for IRA contributions.

WASHINGTON - Early this morning, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted for the FY 2007 House Budget Resolution. This plan strengthens our nation's most critical programs, reforms the federal government and uses tax dollars wisely.

WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) made the following remarks tonight following the President's address to the nation:

WASHINGTON - This afternoon, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) took steps to ensure our troops have the resources they need to effectively fight the War on Terror by voting for H.R. 5122, the National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2007.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) took action today to prevent tax increases on working families, seniors and small businesses by voting for the conference report for H.R. 4297, the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005.

WASHINGTON - This evening, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) earned a major victory for our troops fighting overseas. The House passed an improved version of her first piece of legislation, the Heroes Earned Retirement Opportunities (H.E.R.O.) Act. This bill (H.R. 1499) will amend the IRS Code of 1986 to allow members of the Armed Forces earning hazard pay to make Individual Retirement Account contributions. Today's improved version (H. Res. 803), also authored by Foxx, will allow combat pay earned in 2004 and 2005 to also be eligible for IRA contributions.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is continuing to work hard to address rising prices at the pump.

WASHINGTON - This afternoon, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) made the following statement regarding today's Commerce Department Report that the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew 4.8 percent in the first quarter of this year:

WASHINGTON - This afternoon, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted to pass H.R. 609, the College Access & Opportunity Act. This bill reauthorizes programs of the Higher Education Act and strengthens our country's higher education system by expanding college access for lower and middle-income students. It also includes two provisions authored by Foxx to protect the privacy of college students and to increase accountability in TRIO grant programs.

WASHINGTON - Today, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) introduced an amendment to strike $36.1 million in funding for international broadcasting operations from H.R. 4939, the War on Terrorism and Disaster Assistance Supplemental bill. She introduced this amendment as a part of her ongoing efforts to cut unnecessary spending and increase accountability within the Federal Government.

WASHINGTON - Today United States Rep. Virginia Foxx praised several measures to combat methamphetamine that were included in the USA PATRIOT Act. President Bush is expected to sign the legislation into law today.

WASHINGTON - Today, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted to pass the Children's Safety and Violent Crime Reduction Act of 2006, which will help prevent the sexual abuse and exploitation of children.

Hearing sheds light on why human cloning and embryonic stem cell research are unethical WASHINGTON -- United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) participated in a hearing this afternoon to investigate claims of exploitation, fraud and ethical problems in Human Cloning and Embryonic Stem Cell Research. The hearing was sponsored by the Government Reform Subcommittee on Criminal Justice, Drug Policy and Human Resources, of which Rep. Foxx is a member.

WASHINGTON -- United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is pleased to announce that she has secured a $5,100 Fire Prevention and Safety Grant for the Stokes County Fire & Rescue Association. The funding will be used to purchase a new simulator to teach fire safety tips to school children.

Foxx is most conservative Member of the North Carolina Delegation WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is one of the nation's most conservative Members of Congress, according to National Journal. An article in the magazine's February 25th issue rates Rep. Foxx's 2005 voting record as more conservative than 91.3 percent of her colleagues. The Congresswoman is also ranked the most conservative Member of North Carolina's Congressional Delegation.

WASHINGTON -This afternoon, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted to pass the conference report for the Deficit Reduction Act of 2005. This legislation will eliminate waste and duplication in the federal government and yield approximately $40 billion dollars in savings for American taxpayers; including $3.5 billion in savings and a "one percent across-the-board spending cut" that will save $8.5 billion.

WINSTON-SALEM - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is pleased to announce that U.S. Labor Secretary Elaine Chao has selected the Piedmont Triad as one of just 13 regions nationwide to receive a highly competitive Workforce Innovation in Regional Economic Development (WIRED) grant.

WASHINGTON - Tonight, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) attended the State of the Union Address and issued the following remarks:

WASHINGTON-United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) today announced that a $143,879 grant will be awarded to the Kernersville Fire Department for operations and firefighter safety.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) was one of 69 Members of Congress to receive the Family Research Council's "True Blue Award" for achieving a 100 percent voting record on the issues important to American families.

WASHINGTON -Doris B. Dick, of Hamptonville, N.C., recently attended the 2005 White House Conference on Aging to help make aging policy recommendations to the President and the U.S. Congress and to assist the public and private sectors in promoting dignity, health, independence and economic security of current and future generations of seniors.

WASHINGTON-United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) today announced that a $143,844 grant will be awarded to the Horneytown Fire Department in Forsyth County for operations and firefighter safety.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx recently voted for a resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the symbols and traditions of Christmas should be protected and that references to Christmas should be supported.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is pleased to announce that she has cleared the final legislative hurdle to obtain $4 million for the development of military equipment at the Martin Marietta Composites plant in Sparta, N.C. This funding, which was included in the FY06 Defense Appropriations Act Conference Report, will bring at least 18 to 24 new jobs to Alleghany County. One company executive predicts that dozens of new jobs could be created as a result.

WASHINGTON - Last night, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) helped lead the national movement to stop illegal immigration by co-sponsoring and voting for H.R. 4437, the Border Protection, Antiterrorism and Illegal Immigration Control Act of 2005. The bill strengthens American borders, cracks down on those who hire illegal aliens, increases the punishment for those who smuggle people into our country illegally and expedites the swift deportation of illegal aliens. Rep. Foxx was one of just three original co-sponsors to join House Judiciary Chairman F. James Sensenbrenner in introducing this legislation.

WASHINGTON - This afternoon, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted to pass H.R. 2830, the Pension Protection Act of 2005. The bill will protect and secure pensions of current workers and retirees and will help place the Pension Benefit Guarantee Corporation on sure footing so a costly bailout by all taxpayers can be avoided.

WASHINGTON -- United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) and her colleagues on the House Agriculture Committee have passed an amendment to bring more transparency to the trading of natural gas prices. This will protect the citizens of the Fifth District from artificially inflated costs associated with heating their homes.

WASHINGTON - This afternoon, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) took action to continue the tax relief for working Americans that was set to expire shortly. She voted for the Tax Relief Extension Reconciliation Act of 2005, which passed the U.S. House in a vote of 234-197.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) took a lead in the national debate on illegal immigration by joining just three original co-sponsors to the major immigration reform bill being introduced in Congress. Today Rep. Foxx joined House Judiciary Committee Chairman F. James Sensenbrenner, Jr. in introducing H.R. 4437, the Border Protection, Antiterrorism and Illegal Immigration Control Act of 2005. The bill aims to strengthen American borders, crack down on those who hire illegal aliens, increase the punishment for those who smuggle people into our country illegally and allow for the swift deportation of illegal aliens. The House is expected to debate and vote on the bill next week.

KERNERSVILLE, N.C. - Today, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) traveled on board Air Force One with President George W. Bush to North Carolina's Fifth District, where he spoke to 500 workers at the Deere-Hitachi manufacturing plant in Kernersville. The President talked about the successes of the American economy and called on Congress to make tax relief permanent. He also stated, "I appreciate Congresswoman Virginia Foxx. We're right here in her Congressional district. She is doing an excellent job on behalf of the people of this part of the world."

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) announced today that she was able to secure $2.5 million for improvements to the Statesville Regional Airport. The funding was included in the FY 2006 Transportation, Treasury, HUD, the Judiciary and the District of Columbia Appropriations conference report which is expected to pass the House today.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) announced today that she was able to secure several hundred thousand dollars for improvements to infrastructure in Forsyth County. Local leaders have identified these projects as key economic development priorities for the area. The funding was included in the FY 2006 Transportation, Treasury, HUD, the Judiciary and the District of Columbia Appropriations conference report which passed the House today.

WASHINGTON - Early this morning, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted to pass H.R. 4241, the Deficit Reduction Act of 2005. This legislation will eliminate waste and duplication in the federal government and yield billions of dollars in savings for American taxpayers.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is pleased to announce that the House of Representatives has approved funds for the Appalachian Enology & Viticulture Services Center at Appalachian State University. She was able to secure $1 million for the project in the FY06 Science, Departments of State, Justice, Commerce and Related Agencies Appropriations Conference report that passed the Houseyesterday. The legislation will now go to the Senate, where passage is expected later today.

WASHINGTON - United States Reps. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) and Patrick McHenry (N.C.-10) are pleased to announce that funding for a new fingerprint system for the crime lab at the Iredell County Sheriff's (ISCO) office has cleared the final legislative hurdle. Foxx and McHenry were able to secure $150,000 for the project in the FY06 Science, Departments of State, Justice, Commerce and Related Agencies Appropriations Conference report that passed the House today. The legislation will now go to President Bush's desk for final approval.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is pleased to announce that she has cleared the final legislative hurdle to obtain funds to benefit the National Regenerative Medicine Center at Wake Forest University. Rep. Foxx was able to secure $750,000 for the project in the FY06 Energy and Water Appropriations Conference report that passed the House this afternoon. The legislation will now go to President Bush's desk for final approval.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) issued the following statement this afternoon regarding today's U.S.-China textile agreement:

WASHINGTON - This evening, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) acted to protect personal property rights by voting for H.R. 4128, the "Protection of Homes, Small Businesses and Private Property Act of 2005." This bill, which passed 376 to 38, will cut federal funding for municipal governments that use eminent domain for commercial business development.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) released the following statement today following the announcement that the 15th Annual Biotech Conference will take place in Winston-Salem:

Continues call for more accountability WASHINGTON - Today United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) renewed her call for more accountability and commended President Bush for responding to calls for disaster oversight by naming FDIC Chairman Donald Powell the federal coordinator of Gulf Coast reconstruction.

WASHINGTON - Today, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) took an important step to help farmers in Northwest North Carolina by voting for the Agriculture Appropriations Conference Report for FY 2006.

WASHINGTON - This afternoon, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted to limit the ability of trial lawyers to file baseless lawsuits that hurt American families and force small businesses to close their doors. H.R. 420, the Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2005, passed the House in a 228 to 184 vote.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) announced today that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has taken the final step toward implementing the Instrument Landing System at the Statesville Airport.

WASHINGTON - This morning, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) took action to protect gun manufacturers, distributors, dealers and trade associations from reckless lawsuits stemming from the criminal misuse of firearm products.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) today supported ending frivolous obesity lawsuits against food manufacturers and distributors by voting for H.R. 554, the Personal Responsibility in Food Consumption Act or "Cheeseburger Bill." The measure passed the House of Representatives in a vote of 307-119.

WINSTON-SALEM - This Friday, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is hosting a special forum for small businesses in the Fifth District. Attendees will get a chance to learn more about government contracting with some of the fastest growing government contracting agencies.

WASHINGTON - In response to rising prices at the pump, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted today to pass H.R. 3893, the Gasoline for America's Security (GAS) Act of 2005. This legislation takes a number of steps to lower gasoline prices over time by increasing refinery capacity, streamlining the fuel supply and fighting price gouging.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) tonight supported strengthening border security by voting for H.R. 2360, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Appropriations Act. The measure passed the House of Representatives on a vote of 347 to 70.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is a co-sponsor of a comprehensive immigration reform bill introduced in the U.S. House today. The bill, sponsored by U.S. Rep. J.D. Hayworth (Ariz.-5.), aims to drastically improve border security and crack down on individuals who employ illegal aliens.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted today to increase permanently the maximum coverage for Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance (SGLI) and Veterans' Group Life Insurance (VGLI) to $400,000. With Rep. Foxx's support, the measure passed the House this afternoon.

WASHINGTON - This afternoon, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted for an amendment to the School Readiness Act (H.R. 2123) that would include important hiring protections for religious organizations. The amendment passed in a 220-196 vote.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) announced today a $19,380 Assistance for Firefighters Grant for the Deep Gap Volunteer Fire Department.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) announced today a $30,719 Assistance for Firefighters Grant for the Wittenburg Volunteer Fire Department.

WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) demonstrated her firm commitment to following the U.S. Constitution by recognizing that Saturday, Sept. 17 is Constitution Day. She made the following remarks on the House floor:

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted for H.R. 3132, the Children's Safety Act of 2005. With Foxx's support, the measure passed the House this afternoon by a vote of 371-52.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) issued the following statement regarding the anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks:

WASHINGTON -United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is calling on her Senate colleagues to hold speedy hearings and confirm Judge John Roberts, Jr. as Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. The Court is set to reconvene in early October. Rep. Foxx made the following remarks on the House floor this morning:

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) issued the following statement today regarding the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina:

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) has prepared a "Hurricane Checklist" to prepare residents in Northwest North Carolina for the potentially dangerous remnants of Hurricane Katrina.

WASHINGTON-U.S. Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC-5) today announced that a $57,960 grant will be delivered to the Clemmons Fire Department for operations and firefighter safety.

WASHINGTON-U.S. Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC-5) today announced that a $617,500 grant will be delivered to the Wilkesboro Fire Department for vehicle acquisition.

WASHINGTON-U.S. Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC-5) today announced that a $86,715 grant will be delivered to the City of King Fire Department for operations and firefighter safety.

WASHINGTON-U.S. Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC-5) today announced that a $51,801 grant will be delivered to the Cool Springs Volunteer Fire Department for operations and firefighter safety.

WASHINGTON-U.S. Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC-5) today announced that three grants totaling $394,283 will be delivered to Watauga County Fire Departments.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) issued the following statement regarding today's announcement that the Bush Administration will begin negotiations towards a comprehensive textile agreement with China.

WINSTON-SALEM - Military veteran leaders from 12 counties in Northwest North Carolina came together today for the first set of Fifth District Veterans Advisory Council (VAC) meetings hosted by U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5).

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5)) announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development has awarded an $800,000 Community Development Loan to Four-Way Volunteer Fire Department to construct a new fire station.

WASHINGTON - Fifth District Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-N.C.) announced yesterday that she has secured $4 million in the conference report of a highway funding bill for the I-40/I-77 interchange project in Iredell County. Local leaders have identified this project as a key economic development priority for the area.

WASHINGTON - This afternoon, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted to pass the Conference Report for the Energy Policy Act of 2005. The bill will now go to President Bush for his signature.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) today voted for H.R. 5, the Help Efficient, Accessible, Low-cost, Timely Healthcare (HEALTH) Act of 2005. With Foxx's support, the measure passed the House this afternoon by a vote of 230-194.

WASHINGTON - This afternoon, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) took action to stop China from flooding American markets by voting to authorize a countervailing duty law to exports from non-market economies.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) announced today that she has obtained $1 million for the construction of a water treatment plant for the Towns of Sparta, N.C. and Independence, Va.

WASHINGTON - At United States Rep. Virginia Foxx's request, Watauga County Sheriff Mark Shook spent the afternoon on Capitol Hill testifying about his experiences fighting methamphetamine (meth) in Northwest North Carolina.

WASHINGTON - This morning, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) offered and passed an amendment to the Higher Education Act that would promote greater competition and accountability in TRIO grant programs. Her amendment would require the Secretary of Education to establish minimum performance standards for these programs and to evaluate their quality and efficacy.

WASHINGTON - Today United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) recognized Tyler Macemore, a 15-year-old Boy Scout from Yadkinville, N.C., on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. The following is the text of her speech:

WASHINGTON - Today, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) offered and passed an amendment to the Higher Education Act to protect college students from unnecessary government intrusion into their personal lives.

WASHINGTON -- Today, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted to pass four OSHA reform initiatives to improve the climate for small businesses.

WASHINGTON - This afternoon, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) introduced a resolution to create "National Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day," in order to motivate young people to be physically active and fit.

WASHINGTON - Today U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) made the following remarks following Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor's announcement that she is retiring:

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) has voted for H.R. 3057, a bill that cuts hundreds of millions of dollars from foreign aid, while increasing support for Israel and our allies in the War on Terror.

WASHINGTON - This morning, U.S Rep. Virginia Foxx made the following remarks on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives:

WASHINGTON - This afternoon, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted for H.R. 3010, an appropriations bill to increase funding for key priorities such as education and health care. The bill passed the House 250 to 151.

WASHINGTON -- United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) took action today to protect the American flag from physical desecration by voting to propose a new Constitutional Amendment. H.J. Res. 10, "the Flag Protection Amendment," passed the House in a 286 to 130 vote.

WASHINGTON - This afternoon, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted to increase funding to protect Americans at home by strengthening intelligence gathering, establishing a long-term counter terrorism program and improving training and tools.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is pleased to announce that she has launched her new and improved official Web site, www.foxx.house.gov. Now, citizens from North Carolina's Fifth Congressional District will be able to log on and receive important information about the many constituent services offered by Rep. Foxx. They will also be able to receive up-to-date news, information about state and local government agencies and legislative updates on the issues important to Western North Carolina

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is pleased to announce that she has secured $4 million in the FY06 Defense Appropriations Act for the development of military equipment at the Martin Marietta Composites plant in Sparta. These funds will bring at least 18 to 24 new jobs to Alleghany County. One company executive predicts that dozens of new jobs could later open up as a result.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is pleased to announce that her request for funding to benefit the City of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County's Mobile Data Network was included in the FY06 Science, Departments of State, Justice and Commerce and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. The legislation is pending final approval tomorrow.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is pleased to announce that her request for funding to benefit the Iredell County Sheriff's Office (ICSO) was included in the FY06 Science, Departments of State, Justice and Commerce and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill, which is pending final approval today. Rep. Foxx's request would help fund a project to establish a fingerprint system for the Sheriff's crime lab.

WASHINGTON - This evening, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) took an important step to help farmers in Western North Carolina by voting for a $1.8 billion Agriculture Appropriations Act for FY 2006.

WASHINGTON - Tonight United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) took yet another step to help keep America safe. She joined her colleagues in voting for H.R. 1815, The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2006, which passed the House 390 to 39. This balanced and comprehensive package will help ensure our troops have the resources needed to carry out their missions and win the War on Terror.

WASHINGTON - This evening, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx voted against legislation that would permit federal funding for research on embryonic stem cell lines. H.R. 810, the Stem Cell Research Act, would order federal funding of stem cells derived from killing human embryos. Despite the work of Rep. Foxx and her pro-life colleagues, the bill passed the House in a 238 to 194 vote.

H.E.R.O. Act is first policy-changing bill introduced by a freshman to pass WASHINGTON - Today U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) earned a major victory for our country's men and women in uniform. Her first piece of legislation, the Heroes Earned Retirement Opportunities (H.E.R.O.) Act has passed the U.S. House. It was the first policy-changing bill introduced by a freshman Member to pass.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) has voted for a $30.85 billion homeland security appropriations bill (H.R. 1817) that will help better protect our nation's citizens, borders and infrastructure. The funding will also benefit first responders and enhance transportation security.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) made the following remarks on the House floor this morning:

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) made the following remarks on the floor of U.S. House of Representatives regarding the nomination of John Bolton to serve as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations:

WASHINGTON - Today U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) demonstrated her enduring loyalty to emergency service personnel by voting to ensure more effective and efficient funding for first responders.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) has implored fellow Members of Congress to continue the fight to stop the growth of illegal immigration. She made the following remarks on the House floor this evening:

WASHINGTON - This afternoon, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted for an emergency wartime supplemental conference report (H.R. 1268) to provide funding for both national defense and border security. The report passed 368-58.

WASHINGTON - Today U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted for H.R. 366, the Vocational and Technical Education for the Future Act, which passed 416-9. She made the following remarks during debate on the House floor:

BLOWING ROCK - U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development has approved a loan for over $6 million for the Blowing Rock Community Arts Center (BRCAC.)

Bill Adheres to RoboCop's Prime Directives: Serve the public trust, protect the innocent, uphold the law WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) has introduced legislation that would allow citizens to be placed on a "do not call list" for recorded political telephone messages or "robo calls."

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) joined her colleagues in the U.S. House tonight in voting for the FY 2006 Budget Resolution Conference Report. The budget provides additional funds for a stronger national defense and implements $106 billion in tax relief over the next five years. The budget also steers the country on the path to reduce the federal deficit in half by 2010.

WASHINGTON - Tonight U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx, (N.C.-5) voted to make it a federal offense to knowingly transport a minor across state lines in order to obtain an abortion in a state without parental notification laws. The Child Interstate Abortion Notification Act, which Rep. Foxx co-sponsored, passed the House 270 to 157.

WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) gave a speech on the House floor to honor former Winston-Salem State University Coach Clarence "Big House" Gaines. The following is her remarks:

New law will help save small businesses, family farms WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5.) voted this evening to permanently repeal the Death Tax. Prior to voting on H.R. 8, she submitted the following statement for publication in the Congressional Record:

‘H.E.R.O.' Act will help soldiers save for retirement WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) announced today that she has introduced her first piece of legislation. The Heroes Earned Retirement Opportunities (H.E.R.O.) Act seeks to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow soldiers earning hazard pay to be eligible for retirement account contributions.

WASHINGTON - Today U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) commended the U.S. Department of Commerce for taking action this week to protect American textile and apparel manufacturing jobs. She also joined four major American textile associations in calling for tougher restrictions on textile and clothing imports from China.

WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) issued the following statement upon learning of Pope John Paul II's death:

BLOWING ROCK - U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) announced today that the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development has approved a loan for over $2 million toward a new Fire and EMS facility in Blowing Rock.

WASHINGTON - This evening, United States Rep. Virginia Foxx voted against legislation that would permit federal funding for research on embryonic stem cell lines. H.R. 810, the Stem Cell Research Act, would order federal funding of stem cells derived from killing human embryos. Despite the work of Rep. Foxx and her pro-life colleagues, the bill passed the House in a 238 to 194 vote.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) is pleased to announce that the U.S. House of Representatives took emergency action early this morning to save the life of Terri Schiavo. The House joined the U.S. Senate in passing legislation permitting a federal district court to review Schiavo's case. President Bush signed the bill this morning.

WASHINGTON - Today U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) announced that the House Committee on Government Reform has issued a subpoena that will require hospice administrators and attending physicians to preserve nutrition and hydration for Terri Schiavo until further review of the case is completed.

WASHINGTON - Today U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted for the House version of the Federal Government's Fiscal Year 2006 Budget Resolution, which passed in a 218-214 vote. In order to keep spending in check, Foxx also joined her colleagues in the conservative Republican Study Committee (RSC) in changing House rules to improve fiscal discipline.

Congresswoman also pushes to increase survivor benefits WASHINGTON - This afternoon, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) demonstrated her ongoing commitment to U.S. troops and their families by voting to pass an $81.4 billion wartime supplemental bill. H.R. 1268 provides the funds necessary to continue fighting the War on Terror while providing our men and women in uniform with vital equipment and training.

Congresswoman secures $9 million for transportation infrastructure projects for Forsyth County WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) has announced that she has secured $9 million in the House version of a highway funding bill for transportation projects in Forsyth County. Local leaders have identified these projects as a key economic development priority for the area.

WASHINGTON - Today U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) joined her colleagues in recognizing April 6 as "National Tartan Day." The holiday will recognize the outstanding achievements and contributions made by Scottish-Americans to the history of the United States.

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted today for H.R. 27, the Job Training Improvement Act. This bill, which passed the House 224-200, will strengthen America's job training system and help states and localities prepare workers to find quality jobs.

WASHINGTON - Today U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted for H.R. 418, also known as the "Real I.D. Act." The bill, which Foxx co-sponsored, passed the House in a 261-161 vote. If it becomes law, the measure will implement much-needed driver's license reforms, close asylum loopholes, enhance border security and strengthen deportation laws.

WASHINGTON - Today U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) voted to strongly encourage the U.S. Department of Defense to continue to support the activities of the Boy Scouts of America. The Department has shared its resources with the scouts for over 30 years with permission from Congress.

WASHINGTON - This afternoon, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) made the following remarks on the floor of the United States House of Representatives:

WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) has voted to strongly discourage the European Union from ending its arms embargo against the People's Republic of China. Rep. Foxx believes that if the EU ends its sanctions, the United States could ultimately face a serious national security crisis.

WASHINGTON - Tonight, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) attended the State of the Union Address and issued the following remarks:

WASHINGTON - Today U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) issued the following statement:

WASHINGTON - Last night, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) delivered her first "special order" speech on the floor of the United States House of Representatives. Her remarks addressed the issue of medical malpractice reform. The following is a transcript of her statement:

‘Real ID Act' would mandate proof of identity for state issued driver's licenses WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) joined House Judiciary Chairman James Sensenbrenner, (R-Wis.) in sponsoring major legislation seeking to tighten our borders and strengthen immigration reform in the United States.

WASHINGTON - Today U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) attended a briefing at the Pentagon by Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld on important issues pertaining to national security and foreign relations.

WASHINGTON - Today Speaker of the House J. Dennis Hastert (R-Ill.) tapped U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (N.C.-5) to serve on the House Committees on Agriculture, Government Reform and Education and the Workforce. She is one of a select group of Members who have received the opportunity to serve on three committees. Often, Members serve on just two.

WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx was officially sworn in this afternoon as the newest Member of Congress from North Carolina's Fifth District. As such, she became the third woman in North Carolina history to take a seat in the United States House of Representatives. She also became the first Representative ever to hail from Watauga County.