Today, Congressman Rouzer (NC-7) released the following statement after the House passed the American Research and Competitiveness Act (H.R. 880). “This bill lets innovative companies here in the United States and in Southeastern North Carolina continue to develop new technologies and create high-wage jobs,” said Congressman Rouzer. "I was a proud… Read more »
Congressman Rouzer’s (NC-7) office will host a Disaster Preparedness Forum on Thursday, May 28th from 4:30-6:30pm. Details for the event are below. The Disaster Preparedness Forum will provide residents along the coast with helpful information and tips on how to prepare for emergencies like hurricanes. Topics will include mobilization and evacuation strategies, North… Read more »
Congressman Rouzer (NC-7) introduced H.R. 2281, the States’ Education Reclamation Act of 2015, which would return control of our student’s education back to state and local leaders. The Department of Education’s budget has ballooned from $14 billion to almost $65.7 billion and the average salary for their employees is $108,571. Meanwhile, the national… Read more »
Today, Congressman Rouzer (NC-7) released the following statement after the House passed the Regulatory Integrity Protection Act of 2015. “The Environmental Protection Agency’s attempt to unilaterally redefine the ‘Waters of the US’ is another example of government overreach. This new definition would extend the EPA’s regulatory reach to… Read more »
Today, U.S. Senators Richard Burr (R-N.C.) and Thom Tillis (R-N.C.), along with Representative David Rouzer (R- N.C. 7), introduced legislation to correct a mistake by the Census Bureau and the Office of Management of Budget (OMB) that is adversely affecting eastern North Carolina. Two years ago, OMB issued new delineations for Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs) that arbitrarily… Read more »
Today, Congressman Rouzer (NC-7) wrote a letter to the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee encouraging them to honor Johnston County native Ava Gardner with a “Forever” postage stamp. The Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee is appointed by the Postmaster General and provides expertise on history, science and technology, art, education, sports, and other… Read more »
Today Congressman Rouzer (NC-7) introduced the Stop EPA Overregulation of Rural Americans, which would repeal the Environmental Protection Agency’s most recent rule for new residential wood heaters. In early March, the EPA published a final rule establishing federal standards for residential wood heaters. Small manufacturers are concerned that these standards would make… Read more »
We are fortunate to have so many successful small businesses and family farms in Southeastern North Carolina. Many of these businesses have become an extended part of our community as they have been passed down from generation to generation. But, the longevity of these family owned and operated businesses is threatened by a sluggish economy, onerous rules and regulations, and… Read more »
Congressman David Rouzer (NC-7) released the following statement today marking his first 100 days in Congress. “Our office has been working hard to address the needs of the citizens and communities throughout the 7th Congressional District as well as to help make America, once again, be prosperous at home and strong abroad. In the first 100 days we have helped 345… Read more »
Congressman David Rouzer (NC-7) released the following statement today after the House passed H.R. 1105, the Death Tax Repeal Act. “The death tax is government theft at its worst, and I am proud the House has voted to repeal it. The Senate should do the same, and quickly.” ### Read more »
