Murphy Issues Statement on Meeting with NOAA & OMB on North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule
Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. addressed the press following a crucial meeting with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) concerning the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule."As the representative of 80% of North Carolina's coastline, I uniquely understand how destructive this rule would be to America's boatbuilders and fishermen. It could impact nearly 16,000 vessels across the Eastern Seaboard and jeopardize 810,000 jobs and $230 billion in economic activity,"...
Murphy Statement on Fourth Amendment Is Not for Sale Act
Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. issued a statement expressing his concerns about the Fourth Amendment Is Not for Sale Act, following his vote against the legislation. The bill, which passed 219-199-1, has raised significant debates regarding its impact on national security and community safety."Protecting our safety and security, while balancing our constitutional protection to privacy is a delicate task," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D., highlighting the complex nature of the issue at hand.The Congressman criticized the legislation, stating,...
Murphy Legislation to Provide Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy to Veterans Passes VA Health Subcommittee
Washington, D.C. — Today, Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D.'s legislation, H.R. 3649, the Veterans National Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment Act, passed the House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Health by voice vote. This bipartisan bill would establish a pilot program at the Department of Veterans Affairs to furnish hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) for veterans who have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or a traumatic brain injury (TBI)."Since entering office, advocating for new treatment pathways for our veterans has been one of my top priorities," said Congressman...
- Enrollment in Greene County Schools decreased from previous year
- Murphy Introduces Legislation to Improve Enforcement of US Trade Policies on China
- Murphy Introduces Bipartisan Tax Relief Legislation for Disaster Victims
- Murphy Statement on Iran's Attack on Israel
- Pitt County cities: 1 company received an FDA inspection in Q2 2023
How many companies were inspected by the FDA in cities located in Pitt County in Q4 2023?
There were two companies in cities associated with Pitt County that received two FDA inspections in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
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Murphy Votes to Force TikTok to Divest from China
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Murphy issued the following statement after voting in support of H.R. 7521, the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act."TikTok is used by China to target, surveil and manipulate American citizens," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. "The app collects sensitive user data that is shared with the Chinese Communist Party and its intelligence services. Under its current ownership, it presents a grave national security threat.""In December of 2022, Congress banned the use of TikTok on government devices. The...
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Murphy Votes Against First FY24 Government Funding Package
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D., expressed his strong opposition to H. Res. 1061, the first FY24 government funding package, by voting against it. In a statement following his decision, Congressman Murphy highlighted the challenges faced by physicians caring for Medicare patients."For over 20 years, physicians who take care of Medicare patients out of the goodness of their hearts have been pummeled by year after year cuts to their reimbursements," stated Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. He emphasized that the measures included in the funding package to...
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More than 70 acres of farmland in Green, Pitt counties owned by Chinese interests, USDA data shows
76 acres of Greene County and Pitt County farmland is owned by Chinese interests.
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Murphy Votes to Impeach DHS Secretary Mayorkas
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. has voted to impeach Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, citing his responsibility for the crisis at the border, failure to enforce laws, and breach of public trust. The impeachment comes as a result of Mayorkas' actions and purposeful neglect of the nation's laws, which Congressman Murphy believes are unbecoming of the office he holds.In a statement, Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. expressed his concerns, saying, "Secretary Mayorkas bears responsibility for the unprecedented crisis at our...
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Murphy Votes to Impeach DHS Secretary Mayorkas
In a bold move, Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. has voted to impeach Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Citing the dire consequences of the border crisis and the secretary's alleged refusal to enforce federal law, Congressman Murphy expressed his reasoning behind this significant decision.“On the first day of his administration, President Biden flew open America's southern border," Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. stated. "Secretary Mayorkas bears responsibility for the worst border crisis in our nation's history and is guilty of refusing to...
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Murphy Votes in Support of Israel Security Supplemental
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. showed his unwavering support for Israel's security by voting in favor of H.R. 7217, the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act. In a statement, Congressman Murphy emphasized the importance of standing behind Israel in its fight against terror and unprovoked aggression."In the face of terror and unprovoked aggression, Israel is in a righteous fight for its existence and the United States must stand behind it," said Congressman Murphy. He further highlighted that Israel is the United States' greatest ally in the...
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Murphy Rejects Senate "Border Security" Deal
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. has voiced his opposition to the Lankford-Murphy-Sinema immigration reform deal, stating that he cannot support the deal after carefully reviewing its provisions. Murphy made his position clear in a statement, saying, "I will not vote for a border package simply because it has been presented."Murphy further criticized President Biden, accusing him of neglecting his constitutional obligation to protect the nation's borders and prioritizing his own politics over national security. He argued that the proposed bill still...
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Murphy Introduces Legislation to Eliminate IRA "Pill Penalty" and Support Small Molecule Drug Innovation
Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D., alongside Congressmen Don Davis (D-NC) and Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee Chairman Brett Guthrie (R-KY), has introduced the Ensuring Pathways to Innovative Cures (EPIC) Act. This legislation aims to address the small molecule "pill penalty" in the Inflation Reduction Act and ensure continued investments in research and development (R&D) for small molecule medicines.According to Congressman Murphy, small molecule drugs play a crucial role in treating conditions such as cancer and neurological diseases. He states, "The IRA's...
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Murphy Votes in Favor of Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. recently voted in favor of H.R. 7024, the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act. In a statement, Congressman Murphy emphasized the importance of extending critical provisions of the tax cuts and pro-family provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that were enacted under the Trump Administration."This legislation extends critical provisions of the tax cuts and pro-family provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act enacted under the Trump Administration. The same policies that supercharged America’s historic economy...
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Murphy Applauds Homeland Security Committee’s Vote to Advance Articles of Impeachment Against DHS Secretary Mayorkas
Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. has voiced his support for the House Committee on Homeland Security's decision to advance two articles of impeachment against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. In a statement, Congressman Murphy highlighted Secretary Mayorkas' "willful neglect to enforce our immigration laws" and commended the committee for their thorough work in building a case for his removal.The issue at hand is the enforcement of immigration laws and the protection of America's borders. According to Congressman Murphy, Secretary Mayorkas has...
