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Congresswoman Virginia Foxx. Conservative representing North Carolina's Fifth District.

Banner Elk, NC
foxx.house.gov
Joined September 2008
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  1. 6 hours ago

    (3/3) To learn about what qualifies as a service animal, see this FAQ: . And if you have questions about this issue, please feel free to contact my office. I will be glad to share educational resources and hear your input.

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  2. 6 hours ago

    (2/3) They emphasized that education for the public is just as important as legislation to solve these problems. Often people who don't understand the difference between legitimate and illegitimate service animals deny disabled individuals the accommodations they are entitled to.

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  3. 6 hours ago

    (1/3) At yesterday's roundtable, veterans and representatives from the American Service Dog Access Coalition, Saving Grace K9's, and the discussed how the abuse of accommodations for service dogs and emotional support animals has hurt veterans and their families.

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  4. Oct 17

    Thanks to all the participants at today's roundtable, especially to the veterans who shared their valuable input about the abuse of service dog accommodations. Tune into WPTF tomorrow at 6:40am for a recap of our discussion! Listen live on 680AM or at !

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  5. Oct 17

    Today I'll be hosting veterans and their 4 legged friends to discuss the integrity of service animals! Stay tuned for updates!

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  6. Oct 17

    Was great to hear about Vulcan's proactive approach to on-the-job learning and meet many employees putting their skilled trades in action at the construction aggregates work site in Winston-Salem this week! Thanks for having me!

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  7. Oct 12

    It is wonderful news that after two years of being held in Turkey, Pastor Brunson has finally been released. Soon he will be reunited with his family in the U.S. My prayers have been with him and will continue with him as his long-awaited homecoming occurs.

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  8. Oct 3

    FYI- Today at 2:18pm, all cellular phones that are capable of receiving emergency alerts will receive a loud TEST message from the Presidential Level Emergency Alert System. More information about this nationwide test can be found here →

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  9. Oct 2

    Since I have represented , I have been dispelling the same untruths that circulate about healthcare and retirement for members of Congress. To separate the facts from fiction about members' "perks," check out 's blog ↓

    Do Members of Congress get special healthcare and pensions?
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  10. Sep 28

    ICYMI: This Wednesday, held a hearing to examine First Amendment rights at postsecondary institutions. More should be done to protect these freedoms and preserve the civil discourse that fosters critical thinking and professional skills. View my remarks ↓

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    See Chairwoman ’s opening statement at today’s hearing about the way the First Amendment is being observed across college campuses. WATCH NOW ⤵️⤵️⤵️
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  11. Sep 27

    Yesterday my bill passed through the Senate HSGAC. Thanks to its sponsors, and , and the Chairman for undertaking this important bipartisan and bicameral legislation. The whole Senate should vote to send it to 's desk!

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  12. Sep 26

    The House just passed a bill to fully fund our military, give our troops their biggest pay raise in nearly a decade and deliver funding for FEMA’s Disaster Relief Fund! Read my full statement ↓

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  13. Sep 19

    Wishing a fruitful day of prayer and fasting to the Jewish people observing today. May you be renewed in mind, spirit and body and receive God's blessings upon your new year.

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  14. Sep 18

    ICYMI, last week projected hiring in Winston-Salem to reach a 10-year high! As the economy booms, businesses are hiring and unemployment is at record lows. On , we’re focused on closing the skills gap to keep it that way. Read more ↓

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  15. Sep 17

    Today we celebrate that on September 17, 231 years ago, 39 patriots signed their names to a document that chartered a lasting experiment in democracy and put our nation on the path to becoming the world’s strongest and freest in the world. Happy !

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  16. Sep 13

    Praying that all remain safe and is over soon. Everyone in the storm's path is near to the hearts of my colleagues in Congress. We really do care about one another here in Washington, and today I shared my appreciation ↓

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  17. Sep 12

    As we prepare for , please remain informed and heed the warnings of state and local officials. Everyone in the storm's path are in my prayers, and a list of resources for the safety of you and your family can be found on my website: .

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  18. Sep 11

    To our friends celebrating , Tom and I wish you a blessed new year!

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  19. Sep 11

    Today marks 17 years since terrorists flew four planes into the Twin Towers, the Pentagon and Shanksville, Pennsylvania. Let us remember those whose lives were taken, those that selflessly gave them as first responders and those who are still healing from this tragedy.

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  20. Sep 6

    Congratulations to Piedmont Triad Regional Council in Kernersville on its $20,000 award from to increase accessible transportation! This is a wonderful opportunity for Kernersville and I look forward to the innovations ahead.

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