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ICYMI: Restore common sense to the workplace

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In Missouri and beyond, businesses stand eager to expand job growth, seek out new opportunities, and in the process, create better prospects for American workers. However, after eight years of Washington, D.C., policies that worked against employers, there’s a lot of regulatory red tape to clear out of the way. Read more »

ICYMI: How Congress Can Help Your Favorite Local Restaurants

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The San Diego Union-Tribune: How Congress can help your favorite local restaurants By Chris Duggan San Diego is transforming into more than America’s Finest City. It’s becoming a culinary hot spot. Previously known for its fish tacos and oceanside cuisine, creative chefs from across the United States and even Mexico are filling the city with everything from exotic flavors to good old American barbecue. Foodies from all over are packing into our local eateries to check out the hype. Read more »

ICYMI: Foxx, Roe Fiduciary Op-Ed

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Obama's fiduciary rule is already hurting small savers. Here's how to roll it back By Chairwoman Foxx (R-NC) and Rep. Phil Roe (R-TN) Saving for retirement is a difficult challenge for Americans across the country. By one estimate, there are nearly 40 million working families who haven't saved a dime for retirement. It's clear the last thing Washington should do is create new barriers to the financial security Americans need when they retire. Read more »

ICYMI: Foxx Celebrates 25 Years of Charter Schools

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ICYMI: Foxx Celebrates 25 Years of Charter Schools Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-NC), chairwoman of the Committee on Education and the Workforce, spoke on the House floor to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the opening of the nation’s first charter school, and praised the hope and opportunity charter schools across the country provide for students and families. Click here to watch. “Mr. Speaker, twenty-five years ago something monumental occurred for students and families who were seeking a new way to pursue a high-quality education. “Twenty-five years ago, our nation’s first charter school, the City Academy, opened its doors in St. Paul, Minnesota. “City Academy began a new era for school choice, and provided families with an alternative option to the traditional public school system. “Today, over 3 million students are enrolled in charter schools, and more than 6,800 have opened in over 40 states. “Charter schools are not only growing as an option for students, but these schools are also getting results. “Innovative charter schools are providing thousands of students and families with the hope and opportunity that they can receive a high-quality education, and gain the skills they need to succeed for the future. “I congratulate City Academy for being a true pioneer in school choice twenty-five years ago, and support the expansion of school choice for American students and families.” ?# # # Read more »

Choice, Fairness in Workplace Flexibility

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While there are many hot topics currently in the forefront of American politics, one priority from last year’s campaign continues to warrant Congress’ attention: improving flexibility in the workplace. It may not get the same fanfare as other issues that dominate the news cycle, but work-life balance is a real issue affecting millions of hardworking moms and dads. Read more »

Preserving Employee Wellness Programs

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Preserving Employee Wellness Programs By Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-NC), chairwoman of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce From the start of the new Congress and new administration, reining in the regulatory state has been a leading priority — and for good reason. In recent years, the American people have endured an unprecedented regulatory onslaught. Determined to advance an extreme li... Read more »

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