Category: NC Elected Officials

WASHINGTON, DC – Tomorrow, Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) will present the CBC Chair Award to Rev. Dr. William Barber, II during the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 45th Annual Legislative Conference Phoenix Awards Dinner.  Rev. Dr. Barber serves as president of the North Carolina State Conference of the NAACP. “I am proud to present the CBC Chair Award to my constituent and dear friend, Reverend Dr. William Barber, II,” said Butterfield.  “Rev. Dr. Barber has dedicated his life to advocating …

Video of the Week: On Friday, I had the opportunity to speak on the House floor about the need to defund Planned Parenthood and my amendment, which will redirect this funding to other healthcare facilities to ensure that women retain access to important health services. Click here or on the picture above to watch the video.   Weekly Update: This week I led several efforts to protect both women and the unborn. On Wednesday, I proposed an amendment that was …

Dear Friend, Sadly, the summer has come to a close leaving many hot-button issues unresolved.  Over the past few months, I was busy fighting Republicans’ attempts to allow Confederate Flags in federally run cemeteries and their aggressive plans to reduce government and scale back support for Americans.  While Republicans have been engaged in intra-party politics, the priorities of hard-working American families go ignored.  This year alone, Congressional Republicans have refused to reauthorize the Export-Import Bank, allowing its charter to expire. …

Photo of the Week It was great seeing old friends from the Dunn Chamber of Commerce when they were in Washington attending the North Carolina Business Summit this week.   Weekly Update: This week was our first week back in session following the August District Work period and it certainly was a busy one. I started the week attending the 19th Annual N.C. Business and Economic Development Summit with fellow representatives and senators from North Carolina. This was a great …

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) today released the following statement on the passing of former director of Alumni Relations and active North Carolina Central University (NCCU) alumnus, Roger Roy Gregory: “It is with a heavy heart that I express sadness over the passing of my longtime friend and fellow NCCU alumnus, Mr. Roger Roy Gregory.  Roger was well known by the Durham community for his philanthropic work and steadfast commitment to his beloved alma mater, NCCU.  He …

In this week’s address, the President recognized Labor Day by highlighting the economic progress our country has made, and underlining what needs to be done to continue that growth. Our businesses have created 13.1 million new jobs over the past five and a half years, the unemployment rate is the lowest it’s been in seven years, and seventeen states across the country have raised the minimum wage. The President stressed that to continue this progress, Congress needs to avoid a …

Photo of the Week This week I joined several of my Congressional colleagues touring an oil exploration rig in the Gulf. This trip gave me a unique perspective for my work on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce and Subcommittee on Energy & Power. The photo above was taken in the Control Room of the drilling center where pressure, kickback, and other issues are monitored.    Weekly Update: This was a busy week of travel and learning. I began …

Courtesy of Senator Angela Bryant: JDIG JDIG is a discretionary grant program by the State to a new or expanding business for creating jobs in the State. Businesses apply for a grant to the Economic Investment Committee. Committee evaluates applications, selects projects for grants, and negotiates an agreement setting out amount of grant, the term of the grant (limited to no more than 12 years), and requirements. The grant amount is based on a percentage (ranging from 10% to 75%) …

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Video of the Week Last week, I hosted a roundtable discussion with small business owners from Cary and Apex. We discussed the harmful impact of the health insurance tax as implemented through the Affordable Care Act. During this roundtable, I emphasized Congress’ efforts to repeal this tax through my co-sponsorship of H.R. 928. Click here to watch a short video on the roundtable and hear directly from participants and small business owners.   Weekly Update: Late last week, I had …

Courtesy of Senator Angela Bryant: News from the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency North Carolina will gain $470 million in affordable rental apartments as the result of federal Housing Credits approved this month.  The new awards are expected to support 9,500 jobs in construction and other industries.  They will produce 3,690 privately owned, privately managed affordable apartments in 36 counties, including some counties within Senator Bryant’s district.    In addition to the federal tax credits, 22 of the properties will receive …

WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) today released the following statement in support of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), also known as the Iran Nuclear Agreement: “After carefully reviewing the JCPOA, I have concluded that it is in the best interest of the United States and our allies to support this historic agreement.  I have read the agreement in its entirety and have personally met with many proponents and opponents of the agreement.  In addition, I …

WASHINGTON, DC – Wednesday, Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) released the following statement recognizing the 95th anniversary of the 19th amendment, which guarantees a woman’s right to vote: “Today, on Women’s Equality Day, we mark the progress and applaud the achievements women have made since gaining the right to vote 95 years ago.  Although women now graduate from college in higher numbers than men, make up nearly half of the workforce, and serve in senior government and private industry positions, …

NEWS FROM RALEIGH… I always welcome your comments, project updates, suggestions, and visits. My office door and electronic door are always open to you!  You are also invited to attend any and all Sessions and Committees.  Visit the website for Session and Committee meeting times.  As always, thank you for your support! SIDE NOTE   Senator Bryant’s Primary Sponsored Bills:   ·      S39 – State Minimum Wage/Inflation Increases     ·      S50 – Wilson County Occupancy Tax Modification. (Passed Senate; …

Photo of the Week:   I started the week at a Welcome Home Dedication for Sgt. Jonathan Rivenbark. This event was hosted by Helping a Hero, a nonprofit organization that identified and selected Sgt. Rivenbark for a newly-built, specially-adapted home in Legacy Lakes. It was wonderful to be at the event where we officially welcomed Sgt. Rivenbark and his wife, Yulia, into their 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home which was fully accessible with wider doors, and a roll in shower. Weekly Update: This …

Photo of the Week  Photo by Tyler Douglas | The Daily Record This week, I toured Angier Dialysis in Harnett County where I was able to talk with health care providers and patients about the work they are doing. Scroll down to hear more about my visit to this Center.   Weekly Update: The August District work period provides the perfect opportunity to visit with constituents and swing in local businesses and facilities. This week, I had the opportunity to …

Last week, I was pleased to see that the North Carolina General Assembly passed the ABLE Act, and it is now on its way to Governor McCrory for his signature. I am proud that our state is championing this important law for North Carolinians with disabilities and their families. Check out Winston Salem Journal’s story on the ABLE Act here. In Washington on Thursday, the Finance committee released a bipartisan report on the Internal Revenue Service’s targeting of organizations applying for …

Photo of the Week This picture is from my very first visit to Fort Bragg in March, 2011. Since then, I have continually fought on behalf of the brave men and women in my district. As the representative of Fort Bragg, including the 440th Airlift Wing at the Pope Army Airfield, military and national defense is of the utmost importance to me. For this reason, I have fought against the U.S. Army’s decision to deactivate the 440th Airlift Wing and …

Photo of the Week I enjoyed talking with members of the Veterans Treatment Court of Harnett/Lee/Johnston County on Wednesday morning while they were in Washington attending the National Conference. From left to right are pictured Vernon Steward, District 11A District Attorney; Marsha Johnson, Clerk of the Superior Court–Harnett County; Chief District Court Judge Jacquelyn Lee; and LTC(R) Mark Teachey, Veterans Treatment Court Coordinator.   Weekly Update This week, I am thrilled to introduce H.R. 3339, the Protect Access to Lifesaving Screenings Act. …

WASHINGTON, DC – This week, Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) introduced a bill to create a voluntary “Residence Star” program to encourage residential property owners to make energy-saving improvements to their residential housing units.  Butterfield’s bill – H.R. 3322 – would direct the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to establish a voluntary program where owners who make qualified energy efficiency improvements to their housing units would receive Residence Star certification.  Property owners who receive the …