United States House Committee On Education And The Workforce
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Virginia Foxx criticizes Biden administration over student loan debt handling
In a recent statement, Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx expressed her criticism of the U.S. Department of Education's handling of student loan debt.
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Foxx responds to withdrawal of Biden-Harris sports rule
Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx has commented on the Biden-Harris administration's decision to withdraw a rule concerning women's sports.
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Virginia Foxx urges OSHA to drop federal heat rule due to small business concerns
Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx has called on the Department of Labor's Acting Secretary Julie Su to reconsider the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) proposed federal heat rule.
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House GOP releases report on combating campus antisemitism
Today, Speaker Johnson and House GOP Leadership, along with several committee chairs, presented findings from a seven-month investigation into antisemitism on American college campuses.
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Virginia Foxx criticizes $1 billion DEI spending by Biden-Harris administration
Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) voiced her concerns on the House Floor regarding the Biden-Harris Education Department's allocation of $1 billion towards diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in...
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House passes three bills focused on children's education
Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) announced the House's approval of three legislative bills aimed at supporting children and students.
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Foxx and Scott commend inclusion of workforce act in House resolution
Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) and Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott (D-VA) have expressed approval for the inclusion of the bipartisan A Stronger Workforce for America Act in the House's continuing...
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Virginia Foxx criticizes DEI spending by Biden-Harris Administration
Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx criticized the Biden-Harris administration for spending over $1 billion on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programming.
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Lawmakers urge DOJ action on pension overpayments for deceased
Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx and Representative Bob Good are maintaining pressure on Attorney General Merrick Garland regarding taxpayer funds used for improper payments to multiemployer pension plans.
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Rep. Tim Walberg named new chair of Education and Workforce Committee
Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx has expressed her support for Representative Tim Walberg, who has been chosen by the Republican Steering Committee to lead the Education and the Workforce Committee in the upcoming...
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Foxx criticizes Schumer's attempt at securing appointment before end of term
In a recent statement, Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx expressed her disappointment with Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's actions.
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AmeriCorps audit failures spark scrutiny at congressional hearing
Higher Education and Workforce Development Subcommittee Chairman Burgess Owens (R-UT) led a hearing focused on the policies and priorities of AmeriCorps, particularly its failure in the FY 2024 audit.
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House passes NDAA with focus on education-related provisions
Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) expressed her support following the House's approval of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
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Chair Foxx criticizes Biden-Harris rule on coal industry's insurance liabilities
Today, Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) commented on the Biden-Harris administration’s final rule concerning the increased self-insurance liability obligations of coal production companies.
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Foxx criticizes Bureau of Labor Statistics for lack of transparency
Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx has criticized the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) for not providing timely information and responses to the Committee's oversight requests.
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Subcommittee examines AmeriCorps audit failures amid expansion concerns
Tomorrow, the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development will convene to examine AmeriCorps' audit performance.
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House passes act promoting education on dangers of communism
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Crucial Communism Teaching Act, a legislative measure aimed at providing educational resources to high school students about communism and totalitarian regimes.
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Foxx criticizes education department over repeated audit failures
Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) addressed the House Floor, criticizing the Biden-Harris Education Department for failing its audit for the third consecutive year.
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Virginia Foxx discusses benefits of launchpad jobs over traditional college degrees
On December 5, 2024, Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) spoke on the House Floor about "launchpad jobs," which are paving the way for career success without necessitating a college degree.
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Foxx urges withdrawal of proposed student loan rule by Biden-Harris administration
Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx has called on the Biden-Harris administration to withdraw a proposed rule by the Department of Education aimed at canceling student loans based on hardships.