h numerous constituents including members of the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition’s North Carolina Advisory Council, employees of Lehigh Hanson’s Gardner rock quarry, and members of the American Federation of Government Employees.
In an effort to reach as many constituents as possible, I also conducted a Facebook Q & A session this week and answered questions that constituents submitted via the social media platform. This was a great experience and I look forward to being able to do this again soon! Lastly, this Friday was the deadline to enter the Congressional Art Competition. I want to thank all of the students, parents, and art teachers who participated. We received so many amazing pieces from such talented students — it will be difficult to choose just one! As always, if you need assistance with a federal agency or have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact my Washington, Dunn or Asheboro offices. |
Novo Nordisk Groundbreaking |
It was great being at the groundbreaking for Novo Nordisk Pharmaceutical Industry’s $1.8 billion facility in Clayton along with Governor Pat McCrory, fellow members of NC delegation Senator Richard Burr and Rep. David Rouzer, and other state and local officials. This new facility, which will add 700 new jobs, will be a great boon to the region and the state.
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Rock Quarry Tour |
On Thursday I visited Lehigh Hanson’s Gardner rock quarry, located in Bunnlevel. During the tour, I received an overview of their aggregates business by regional and site leaders, and heard positive feedback on long-term transportation funding, called the “FAST Act,” which I helped to pass. This legislation provides much-needed certainty for the mine via a reliable formula for federal funding of local infrastructure projects in and around Harnett County and Fort Bragg.
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Answering Your Questions |
I answered constituent questions in a Facebook Q&A on Monday. Thanks to those who participated. I look forward to doing this again soon! |
Meeting With Constituents |
I met with members of the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition’s North Carolina Advisory Council this week in my Dunn office and discussed the importance of development and diplomacy to U.S. national security.
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