As we bid farewell to 2023, I want to reflect on the challenges our nation faced this year and what I have done in Washington. Your unwavering support has been greatly appreciated, and it is an honor to represent Eastern North Carolina in Congress.
I introduced 21 pieces of legislation focused on my commitment to improving veterans' care, protecting your Social Security, expanding healthcare access and countering woke ideology from destroying our great institutions. Serving on the Ways and Means, Veterans’ Affairs, and House Administration Committees, I've tirelessly fought to promote America's powerful economy, ensure accountability in Congress, and uphold our promises to our extraordinary veterans. Thank you for your prayers and support. I hope you had a very Merry Christmas and have a Happy New Year!
If you wish to stay more engaged and aware of what is happening in Washington and our District please follow me on my socials linked above or here:
Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.
Federal Election Audit Act
I introduced the Federal Election Audit Act which provides federal funds to states who wish to conduct comprehensive post-election audits in an effort to increase transparency and improve election integrity.
Faith and trust in our electoral system have notably declined over the years. Post-election audits ensure our equipment was handled properly and only qualified voters cast a ballot. Boosting confidence and integrity in our federal election system is not a partisan issue, our nation’s democracy depends on it.
You can listen to me discuss this act further at the House Administration Committee here.
Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act
I proudly supported the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act, securing crucial funding to bolster our armed forces and safeguard our nation's security. Notably, the legislation granted a historic 5.2% pay increase to all service members, made critical reforms to the quality of life for military spouses, cuts Department of Defense bureaucracy, eliminates the Biden Administration’s efforts to inject woke ideology into our military and bring over $365 million in funding for our district’s military instillations.
Key victories for the Third District include substantial funding for vital projects such as the 2nd Radio BN Complex, Phase 2, the 10th Marines Maintenance and Operations Complex at Camp Lejeune, Amphibious Combat Vehicle Shelters and more. I am so grateful for the service and sacrifice of our troops who work night and day to keep us safe. It is an honor to be their advocate in Congress and fight to ensure they have the resources and support they need.
For a comprehensive overview, please refer to my full statement here.
Secure the Border Act
House Republicans responded to the historic crisis at our nation's borders by passing the Secure the Border Act, a pivotal measure aimed at regaining control. The surge of migrants accepting President Biden's open invitation has led to an unprecedented, shocking increase in southern border crossings. Additionally, over 300 individuals on the terrorist watchlist have been encountered and cartels are ranking in tens of billions of dollars each year through human and drug smuggling.
This legislation sets a historic precedent with the most robust border security measures we have passed to date. It demands the Department of Homeland Security to maintain transparency in reporting illegal crossings, hold executive authorities accountable, and ends the Biden Administration’s willful negligence.
