Tonight, Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) released the following statement on the passage of H.J.Res. 31, the Consolidated Appropriations Act: “Tonight, we took another positive step towards solving the humanitarian and security crisis at our southern border. In addition to making a significant payment towards building the wall, this bill also provides critical funding to protect life, combat terrorism, and support small businesses like those I represent in the Tenth District. There is more w...
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Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) released the following statement on the passing of Congressman Walter Jones (NC-03): “Giulia and I were saddened to learn of the passing of Congressman Walter Jones. He dedicated his life to our shared home state, beginning with his service in the North Carolina National Guard. He will be missed by the people of the Third District of North Carolina, whom—like his father before him—he faithfully represented for over twenty years. When thinking of Walter, I will...
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Tonight, Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) released the following statement on President Trump's second State of the Union Address: “Tonight, President Trump delivered a strong message calling for us all to unite behind a shared vision of American greatness. The President laid out the many accomplishments of the past two years, from comprehensive legislation combatting the opioid epidemic to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which has helped so many American businesses and families. “As we look to th...
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On Wednesday, Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) joined "Cavuto: Coast to Coast" on Fox Business to weigh in on the border wall debate and share his thoughts on the importance of ensuring our borders are secure. Click here or on the image below to watch Wednesday's interview.
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Yesterday, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 624, the Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act, sponsored by Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10), the Ranking Republican on the House Financial Services Committee. H.R. 624 is a bipartisan bill that protects ‘Mom and Pop’ investors from the harmful effects of illegal insider trading and helps the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) better understand how to prevent illicit activity. Watch the speech McHenry delivered to...
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Today, Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10), Ranking Republican of the House Financial Services Committee, introduced H.R. 624, the Promoting Transparent Standards for Corporate Insiders Act. This bipartisan legislation would require the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to help ensure corporate insiders are unable to indirectly engage in illegal insider trading through changes to their trading plans. “Cracking down on fraud and abuse within our financial system is apolitical," said Congre...
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Today, Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10), the Ranking Republican of the House Financial Services Committee, delivered a speech on the House Floor in opposition to the Senate Financial Services and General Government (FSGG) appropriations bill. Click here or on the image below to watch the speech. H.R. 264, the Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act is a misguided effort to end the partial government shutdown without addressing border security funding.This legislation also...
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Today, Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10), the incoming Ranking Republican on the House Financial Services Committee, released the following statement on the appointment of Dr. Mark Calabria to serve as Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA): “Mark Calabria is a strong choice to lead FHFA. Throughout his career, Mark has been a thought leader in advancing free market solutions to complex policy areas. I’m confident he will bring these same skills to FHFA and the American homeowne...
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Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10), the incoming Ranking Republican on the House Financial Services Committee, released the following statement on the confirmation of Kathleen Kraninger as the director of the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection: “Congratulations to Kathleen Kraninger on her confirmation as the director of the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection. With a full-time Director in place, the BCFP can focus on their important work protecting American consumers. I look forward t...
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Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) released the following statement on the passing of President George Herbert Walker Bush: “President George Herbert Walker Bush was a patriot who dedicated his life to serving our nation. Beginning in his teens when he enlisted as a Naval Aviator during World War II, service that led him to being shot down over the Pacific, he always put country first. During his time as Vice President and later President, he was an impressive world leader advancing our values ...
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