U.S. Rep. Richard Hudson (R-NC)
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Recent News About U.S. Rep. Richard Hudson (R-NC)
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Hudson introduces bill for Lumbee Tribe's federal recognition
U.S. Representative Richard Hudson has introduced the Lumbee Fairness Act, a bill aimed at granting federal recognition to the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina.
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Foxx makes history as first Republican woman to chair rules committee
U.S. Representative Richard Hudson has extended his congratulations to fellow North Carolinian, U.S. Representative Virginia Foxx, following her selection as Chairwoman of the House Committee on Rules for the 119th Congress.
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Hudson introduces bill on national concealed carry reciprocity
After the commencement of the 119th Congress, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson introduced H.R. 38, known as the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act.
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Rep. Hudson supports Mike Johnson's election as Speaker
Today, Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC) expressed his support for Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA), who has been elected to continue as the 56th Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives in the 119th Congress.
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Hudson named chair of energy subcommittee on communications and technology
Today, Congressman Richard Hudson has been appointed as the Chairman of the Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology for the 119th Congress.
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House passes bill recognizing Lumbee Tribe's federal status
Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Lumbee Fairness Act, introduced by Representative Richard Hudson of North Carolina's 9th district.
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Hudson announces winners of 2024 Congressional App Challenge for NC-09
In Washington, D.C., U.S. Representative Richard Hudson announced the winners of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge for North Carolina's 9th District during Computer Science Education Week.
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Rep. Hudson emphasizes work on grid resiliency after Moore County attack
U.S. Representative Richard Hudson has emphasized his commitment to improving grid resilience in light of the two-year anniversary of the Moore County grid attack.
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North Carolina leaders push for Defense Innovation Unit hub
U.S. Representative Richard Hudson, along with Senators Ted Budd and Thom Tillis, has joined other members of the North Carolina congressional delegation in advocating for the establishment of a Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) OnRamp Hub in North...
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Representatives introduce bill opposing social cost metrics in federal rulemaking
On October 11, 2024, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson, along with Republican Study Committee (RSC) Chairman Kevin Hern and RSC House Energy Action Team (HEAT) Chairman August Pfluger, introduced the Transparency and Honesty in Energy Regulations Act. This legislation aims to prevent the federal government from using the social cost of carbon, methane, nitrous oxide, or any other greenhouse gas metric in its rulemaking process.
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Rep. Richard Hudson mourns passing of George Little
U.S. Representative Richard Hudson of North Carolina's 9th District has expressed his condolences following the death of George Little, a prominent figure in Moore County. In a statement, Rep. Hudson highlighted Little's significant contributions to the community.
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North Carolina lawmakers urge federal agencies to utilize migrant facility post-Hurricane Helene
U.S. Representative Richard Hudson and Senator Thom Tillis, both Republicans from North Carolina, have taken the lead in a collective effort by the state's Republican Congressional Delegation to address recovery needs following Hurricane Helene. They have directed a letter to Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra and FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell, urging them to operationalize the Greensboro Influx Care Facility (ICF) for supporting Western North Carolina's recovery efforts.
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Rep. Hudson criticizes Harris-Walz healthcare plan in Washington Examiner op-ed
Representative Richard Hudson and Heritage Foundation Director of the Center for Health and Welfare Policy, Nina Owcharenko Schaefer, authored an op-ed in the Washington Examiner criticizing Vice President Kamala Harris, Governor Tim Walz, and Democratic healthcare policies. They argue that these policies lead to fewer choices, lower quality care, and higher costs for patients and families.
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Hudson announces launch of 2024 Congressional App Challenge
U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-09) announced the 2024 Congressional App Challenge for North Carolina's 9th District on September 5, 2024.
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Hudson criticizes Biden-Harris Administration's drug price setting scheme
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On August 15, 2024, Congressman Richard Hudson (NC-09), a member of the House Energy & Commerce's Health Subcommittee, issued a statement following the Biden-Harris Administration's announcement of drug price controls mandated by the "Inflation Reduction Act" (IRA).
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Lawmakers introduce bill against state taxes on firearms
On August 1, 2024, Congressman Richard Hudson (NC-09), Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48), and Senator Jim Risch (R-ID) introduced the Freedom from Unfair Gun Taxes Act. The legislation aims to prohibit states from implementing excise taxes on firearms and ammunition intended to fund gun control programs.
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Lawmakers demand transparency after Fort Liberty training labels pro-life groups as terrorists
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC) and Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) led over 80 of their colleagues in a bicameral letter to U.S. Army Secretary Christine Wormuth, demanding answers and transparency regarding social media reports that anti-terrorism training conducted at Fort Liberty labels pro-life organizations as "terrorists."
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Lawmakers urge Army Secretary Wormuth to improve military housing conditions
U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-09) has sent a letter to U.S. Army Secretary Christine Wormuth, urging immediate action to address substandard housing conditions within military barracks and other housing units. The letter highlights issues such as poor air and water quality, mold, and PFAS contamination.
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Hudson leads bipartisan resolution recognizing National Tire Safety Week
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC) introduced a bipartisan resolution today recognizing the week of June 24 through July 3, 2024, as National Tire Safety Week (NTSW). NTSW is an annual initiative designed to educate American motorists about the importance of proper tire care and maintenance.
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Congressmen seek answers from DoD on military base infiltration concerns
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, Congressman Richard Hudson (NC-09), joined by Congressmen Pat Fallon (TX-04) and Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), sent a letter to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin demanding answers on how the Department of Defense is responding to the recent uptick in incidents of foreign nationals attempting to infiltrate U.S. military installations or spy on military personnel across the country.