James R. Walkinshaw
U.S. Representative · VA-11 · Democrat
Statements and posts
192 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Sep 10, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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Walkinshaw Moves to Block Trump-Putin Diesel Deal That Would Bankroll Russia’s War
Cosponsoring bipartisan bill to block Trump's Russian diesel purchase deal.
“Americans struggling with rising costs should not be asked to bankroll Vladimir Putin’s war machine”
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Walkinshaw Introduces Bill to Cool Federal Properties, Cut Smog, and Lower Energy Costs
Introduced bill requiring federal agencies to upgrade properties to reduce heat and energy costs.
“Extreme heat endangers workers, worsens the air our families breathe, and drives up cooling costs”
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Walkinshaw Statement on the Raid on Ilhan Omar’s Home
Criticized federal raid on Ilhan Omar's home as abuse of presidential power.
“The federal government is not Donald Trump’s personal weapon to use against his political enemies. Abusing the power of the presidency to intimidate and punish those who challenge him is a direct threat to our democracy. Trump has spent years attacking Congresswoman Ilhan Omar.”
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Recognizing the 19th Annual Out of the Darkness Walk
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Northern Virginia community that came together this past weekend for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention's Out of the Darkness Fairfax Walk at the Mosaic District. This annual event brings hope and healing to families across our region, offering…
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Held shadow hearing on Trump administration voting restrictions and voter protection measures.
“Where the Trump Administration is sowing fear and confusion, we’re providing facts and defending the right to vote. We came together in Fairfax to make clear that every eligible American, no matter who they support, can cast a ballot with confidence”
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Representative Walkinshaw introduced bill to fix federal employee personnel record errors.
“Federal employees have suffered enough under the Trump administration’s mass firings and attacks on our civil service. They should not have to chase down missing paperwork to document their service and access the benefits they earned”
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Virginia Democrats released statement on eighth anniversary of journalist Jamal Khashoggi's murder.
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Recognizing October as National Spine Health Awareness Month
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize October as National Spine Health Awareness Month and in raising awareness of the importance of spine health for Americans of every age. More than 100 million Americans experience neck or back conditions each year, and low back pain is the leading cause of…
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Recognizing the 20th Anniversary of Shepherd's Center of Fairfax-burke
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Shepherd's Center of Fairfax-Burke on its anniversary, marking more than 20 years of dedicated service to the older adult community of Fairfax, Burke, and South County, Virginia. Shepherd's Center of Fairfax-Burke is a nonprofit organization founded in…
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Democrats Demand Answers on DHS Funding Pro-Trump Political Ads Ahead of Midterm Elections
Demanded answers from DHS Secretary on use of taxpayer funds for pro-Trump political advertisements.
“This disturbing pattern of redirecting congressionally appropriated funding to advantage one political party must cease immediately.”
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Walkinshaw Calls for Investigation into Trump's DHS-Funded Political Ads
Called for investigation into Trump's use of DHS funds for political TV ads.
“Trump is using your tax dollars at the Department of Homeland Security to pay for his own political TV ads. Republicans handed DHS historic levels of funding. Now it turns out Trump is spending it on himself. These aren't PSAs. One is nearly identical to a Trump 2024 campaign ad. And they're illegal.”
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Pressed GAO to examine military service members' mental health care access during deployments.
“At a minimum, they deserve safe and adequate places to sleep, access to basic necessities, and living conditions that protect their physical and mental health.”
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Recognizing the 35th Anniversary of the Nvms Conflict Resolution Center
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the NVMS Conflict Resolution Center as it celebrates its 35th anniversary of service to Fairfax County and communities throughout Northern Virginia. For 3.5 decades, NVMS has helped individuals, families, workplaces, organizations, and communities navigate…
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Recognizing the International Association for Spelling as Communication
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the International Association for Spelling as Communication, known as I-ASC, for its work supporting nonspeaking individuals and their families and advancing communication access, inclusion, agency, and autonomy. Founded in 2019, I-ASC is a nonprofit…
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Led Virginia delegation letter opposing Trump administration's proposal to rescind the Roadless Rule.
“This proposal would strip protections from approximately 84% of Virginia’s roadless areas, opening these lands to road construction, logging, and other industrial activities.”
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Walkinshaw Cosponsors Bipartisan Shenandoah VALOR Act to Preserve Historic Battlefields
Cosponsored bipartisan legislation to expand Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Historic District.
“The Shenandoah Valley is an important part of our nation’s history, and we have a responsibility to preserve the places that tell that story. I’m proud to support the Shenandoah VALOR Act to expand these preservation efforts and ensure future generations can experience and learn from these historic landscapes”
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Introduced bill to strengthen oversight of CISA's cyber workforce after mass employee cuts.
“America’s cyber defenses are only as strong as the people behind them”
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Led bipartisan coalition of 110 lawmakers urging Congress to reject federal employee pay freeze.
“These challenges have come on top of just a 2 percent pay raise in 2025 and a 1 percent raise in 2026. Asking these public servants to now accept a pay freeze as the cost of living continues to rise amounts to an effective pay cut”
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Walkinshaw , Thompson Introduce Bipartisan Resolution to Recognize our POW/MIA Servicemembers
Introduced bipartisan resolution designating September 18, 2026, as National POW/MIA Recognition Day.
“On National POW/MIA Recognition Day, we honor the courage and sacrifice of those who endured captivity, those who have been accounted for, and those who remain missing.”
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Urged Trump administration not to deport people facing persecution in China.
“Many people who have fled persecution in the PRC come to the United States with an expectation that they can find refuge”
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Walkinshaw Presses Postal Service Leadership for Transparency After Troubling GAO Findings
Criticized Postal Service leadership for cutting service while raising prices, demanded greater transparency.
“Today’s GAO report confirms our previous warnings: under Louis DeJoy’s leadership, cutting service while raising prices was a recipe for disaster. The result has been slower mail, higher costs, and declining service for the American people.”
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Introduced bipartisan bill requiring intelligence community to report on AI use under FISA Section 702.
“Congress must have strong oversight and transparency over federal AI use”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to locate, return Ukrainian children abducted by Russia and hold perpetrators accountable.
“Russia is running a deliberate campaign to erase these children's identity and steal Ukraine's future”
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Recognizing the 30th Anniversary of River City Marketing, Llc
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize River City Marketing, LLC, as the company celebrates its 30th anniversary. Founded in 1996 near the James River in Richmond, Virginia, by marketing industry expert and digital marketing specialist Josh Fertel, River City Marketing was established with a…
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Introduced bipartisan bill requiring annual Medicare telehealth data reporting and transparency.
“Telehealth can be a lifeline when getting to a doctor is difficult, especially for seniors, people with disabilities, and patients in rural communities. It also gives patients greater flexibility to manage chronic conditions, access behavioral health services, and receive routine follow-up care”
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