Recognizing the History and Service of First Baptist Church of Blacksburg

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize First Baptist Church of Blacksburg, South Carolina, for nearly 150 years of ministry. First Baptist Church of Blacksburg was organized on December 4, 1876, as Berea Baptist Church. It grew out of Antioch Baptist Church, which originated from Buffalo Baptist…

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Recognizing the Legacy of MR. Bobby Plair

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Bobby Plair, a South Carolinian whose legacy reflects unwavering leadership, patriotism, and excellence. Born in Rock Hill, South Carolina on March 22, 1927, Bobby grew up in the Crawford Road community where he spent most of his life. Shortly after…

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Recognizing the Service of MR. Mike Wallace

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Mike Wallace for his many years of service to South Carolina. Through 28 years of work with the York Baptist Association, Mike has helped strengthen local churches, I support missions, and bring people together through faith and service. Mike was born and…

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Rep. Ralph Norman Reintroduces Capital Loss Inflation Fairness Act to Modernize Nearly 50-Year-Old Tax Rule

Reintroduced bill to increase capital loss deduction limits and index them for inflation.

“The $3,000 capital loss deduction hasn’t changed since 1978, and everyday Americans shouldn’t be penalized because Congress failed to update an outdated number”

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Rep. Ralph Norman Welcomes $167 Million for Rural Health Funding for South Carolina

Announced $167 million in rural health grants for 228 South Carolina healthcare providers.

“Nearly 20% of South Carolinians live in rural communities, and they should not have to drive hours just to receive quality health care”

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Recognizing MR. Carlos M. Salas

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a gentleman who represents the epitome of success in this great country where we just celebrated our 250th anniversary, Mr. Carlos Salas. Mr. Salas is with us today with his son, Martin, and his granddaughter, Gabriela. He is a remarkable man whose life is a…

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Recognizing Trucker Appreciation Week

Mr. Speaker, I thank Congresswoman Hageman for leading this charge. As a proud member of the Congressional Trucking Caucus and as a Member who has had my CDL for 35 years or more, I rise today in recognition of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week and the hardworking men and women who keep…

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Proposing an Amendment to the Constitution of the United States to Require That the Supreme Court of the United States Be Composed of Nine Justices

Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of Mr. Biggs' constitutional amendment. As Congressman Jordan mentioned, this is serious business. Just like it is serious business about what the other party did on letting 20 to who knows illegals in this country to create a power base. That is who you are going to…

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Rep. Ralph Norman Secures Four Amendments in House-Passed FY27 National Defense Authorization Act

Secured four amendments in House-passed FY27 National Defense Authorization Act.

“Passing these amendments in the House is a major win, but the work isn't complete until they're included in the final FY27 NDAA and signed into law”

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South Carolina Hero Major James Capers Jr. Awarded Medal of Honor

Praised President Trump for awarding Medal of Honor to retired Marine Major James Capers Jr.

“Yesterday was a historic day for our nation and a long-overdue moment of recognition for an American hero.”

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Norman Moves to Expose Criminal Illegal Aliens Released Into U.S. Communities

Introduced the Worst of the Worst Act requiring ICE to publish database of criminal illegal aliens released into U.S. communities.

“Americans have a right to know when violent criminals are being released into their communities”

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Norman Bill Cracks Down on DEI Abuse in Federal Research Funding

Introduced bill to prohibit DEI requirements in federal research grant awards.

“Taxpayer-funded research should be awarded based on merit, innovation, and results, not DEI-driven activist handouts”

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President Trump Signs Bill to Authorize Medal of Honor for Maj. James Capers Jr.

President Trump signed bill authorizing Medal of Honor for retired Marine Major James Capers Jr.

“Today, we right a decades-long wrong and honor a warrior who embodies the very best of America”

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Norman Introduces Election Infrastructure Integrity Act to Safeguard U.S. Elections

Introduced bill to safeguard U.S. elections from foreign cyber threats and supply chain vulnerabilities.

“The American people deserve to know exactly who is involved in facilitating their elections”

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Norman Leads House Effort to Unlock Life-Saving Islet Transplants for Americans with Diabetes

Introduced legislation to reclassify pancreatic islets as organs to enable islet transplants for diabetics.

“Americans living with type 1 diabetes deserve access to critical treatments that can improve and even save their lives”

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Congressman Norman's Bill to Award Major James Capers Jr. Medal of Honor Passes Senate

Senate passed bill authorizing Medal of Honor for Vietnam War Marine Major James Capers Jr.

“Major James Capers, Jr. demonstrated extraordinary courage and leadership during the Vietnam War, risking everything to save his fellow Marines while severely wounded”

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Congressman Norman Introduces Bill to End Automatic Pay Raises for Members of Congress

Introduced a bill to eliminate automatic pay adjustments for members of Congress.

“Congress is the only place in America where you can fail the people you represent and still expect a raise”

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Congressman Norman Responds to Supreme Court Decision Regarding President Trump's Tariffs

Criticized Supreme Court decision against Trump's tariffs; called for fair and reciprocal trade.

“Today’s ruling is disappointing when America has been treated unfairly in global trade for far too long”

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Congressman Norman’s Catawba Nation Legislation Advances Out of House Natural Resources Committee

Advanced legislation amending the Catawba Indian Tribe Land Claims Settlement Act through House Natural Resources Committee.

“South Carolina’s Catawba Nation has a long and important history in our state”

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House Passes Congressman Norman Bill to Strengthen Rural Community Banks

House passed bill directing study to strengthen rural banks and credit access.

“I am proud to see Congress take action to protect rural communities across our nation”

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Congressman Norman Bill Passes the House, Moving Vietnam Veteran One Step Closer to Receiving Medal of Honor

Passed bill authorizing Medal of Honor for Vietnam War veteran James Capers Jr.

“With the House passage of this bill, we take an important step toward giving Major Capers the recognition his service and sacrifice have long deserved”

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Congressman Norman Introduces Amendment to Strike Senate-Added LHHS Earmarks from FY26 Minibus

Introduced amendment to strike Senate earmarks from FY26 Labor-HHS appropriations bill.

“The American people deserve transparency in how their hard-earned tax dollars are spent”

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Congressman Norman Reintroduces the Earmark Elimination Act Amid Rampant Fraud Scandals Nationwide

Reintroduced legislation to permanently ban federal earmarks across all appropriations bills.

“For too long, earmarks have become a way for Washington insiders to steer taxpayer dollars to pet projects instead of prioritizing fiscal responsibility”

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Congressman Norman Introduces the Rural Depositories Revitalization Study Act

Introduced bill directing federal regulators to strengthen rural banking sector.

“When a community loses its local bank, it loses far more than a storefront. It loses a lifeline”

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Congressman Norman Introduces Resolution to Censure Del. Stacey Plaskett for Coordination With Jeffrey Epstein

Introduced resolution to censure Delegate Stacey Plaskett for coordinating with Jeffrey Epstein on congressional business.

“Jeffrey Epstein was a predator who exploited minors. The idea that any Member of Congress would coordinate with him on official proceedings is beyond comprehension”

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