Homeland Security

Commemorating the Fifth Anniversary of September 11th

| Posted in Opinion Pieces

As Manhattan’s skyline fell down, Americans stood up. We took to our feet and raised the flag, pledging solidarity to our nation, our values – and most importantly, our fellow Americans. We were outraged, bereaved, shaken – unified. On that day, we confirmed what we had long suspected: being an American is more than a title; it is a duty. And the images of first responders rushing…

McHenry Hosts ‘Open Door to Congress’ Town Halls Across Western North Carolina

| Posted in Press Release

Congressman McHenry will be hosting town hall meetings from Monday, July 31 through Friday, August 11 in all 10 counties of North Carolina’s Tenth District. “The most important part of my job is listening to the people of Western North Carolina – and this is a great opportunity for citizens to make their voices heard,” Congressman McHenry said. “I want everyone to bring questions on…

Hickory Soldiers, Local Nonprofit Organization Win “Making Your Dreams Come True” Contest

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Congressman Patrick McHenry (R-NC) participated in a surprise ceremony Sunday, May 28 at 10:30 a.m. in the Shuford YMCA honoring two local soldiers and one local nonprofit organization as part of Christ Alive Church’s “Making Your Dreams Come True” contest. The Congressman presented the soldiers’ families with plaques commending their service to our nation and subsequently addressed the…

McHenry Honors Service Academy Appointees

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Congressman Patrick McHenry (R-NC) will host a reception on Tuesday, May 30 at 4 p.m. in the Congressman’s Hickory district office (87 Fourth Street, NW, Hickory, NC 28603) to honor seven local students who were recently appointed to service academies. Tuesday’s reception will honor: • Jenna Bordash, St. Stephens High School, daughter of Vincent and Anna Bordash, admitted to the…

McHenry, Diaz-Balart Offer Resolution Commending Capitol Police Force

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Congressman Patrick McHenry (R-NC) and Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL) today will introduce a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives commending the Capitol Police Force for their professionalism and commitment to protecting citizens, staff and Congressional Members. Please see below the statements from Congressmen McHenry and Diaz-Balart. Congressman McHenry “The…

Congressman McHenry’s Meth Bill Signed into Law

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Congressman McHenry’s (R-NC) methamphetamine bill was signed into law today by President Bush as a provision in a larger law enforcement bill. The congressman’s measure doubles the prison sentence from 10 to 20 years for offenders caught manufacturing methamphetamine in the presence of children. “Methamphetamine use is a growing problem across our region and a clear and present danger…

Congressman McHenry Takes Economic Approach in Opposing Dubai Deal

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Congressman Patrick McHenry (R-NC) today issued the following statement in response to the announcement that Dubai Ports World of the United Arab Emirates is slated to provide operational management of six U.S. ports: “We should say to every government in the world, if you want to do business in the United States you must abide by free market principles. America has the power to level…