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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.

By High Country Times | Dec 20, 2024

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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.

By High Country Times | Dec 20, 2024

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Virginia Foxx urges OSHA to drop federal heat rule due to small business concerns

By High Country Times | Dec 20, 2024

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

By High Country Times | Dec 19, 2024

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

By High Country Times | Dec 18, 2024

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

By High Country Times | Dec 17, 2024

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

By High Country Times | Dec 17, 2024

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

By High Country Times | Dec 16, 2024

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

By High Country Times | Dec 16, 2024

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

By High Country Times | Dec 12, 2024

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

By High Country Times | Dec 11, 2024

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

By High Country Times | Dec 11, 2024

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

By High Country Times | Dec 11, 2024

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

By High Country Times | Dec 11, 2024

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

By High Country Times | Dec 10, 2024

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

By High Country Times | Dec 10, 2024

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

By High Country Times | Dec 6, 2024

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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Virginia Foxx criticizes FEMA and expresses optimism about America

By High Country Times | Dec 6, 2024

In recent social media posts dated December 5 and December 6, Virginia Foxx critiques FEMA's performance in North Carolina and suggests solutions while expressing confidence in America's future.

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Foxx criticizes education department over repeated audit failures

By High Country Times | Dec 5, 2024

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

By High Country Times | Dec 5, 2024

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.