U.S. Rep. Greg Murphy (NC)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. Greg Murphy (NC)
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Murphy Votes Against Two-Step CR
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. has made his stance clear on the latest continuing resolution, H.R. 6363, as he voted against it. In a statement, Congressman Murphy expressed his concern about extending the current spending levels and policies set by the Biden-Pelosi administration."I believe a government shutdown benefits no one and is to the detriment of our nation," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. "However, extending the Biden-Pelosi spending levels and policies is not the right path to go down. We must fundamentally change the way Washington works...
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Murphy, Courtney Reintroduce HOPE Act to Combat Opioid Epidemic
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03), Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), Congressman Don Davis (NC-01), and the Fleet Readiness Association have come together to reintroduce the bipartisan Veteran Heroin Overdose Prevention Act (H.R. 5938). This act aims to address and understand the opioid crisis affecting veterans.Congressman Greg Murphy, a practicing physician and member of the Veterans Affairs Committee, expressed his passion for finding solutions to the veteran's opioid epidemic. He emphasized the need to protect veterans who have sacrificed...
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Murphy Votes to Censure Tlaib
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D., has voted in favor of a resolution to censure Representative Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) for her anti-Semitic comments. In a statement, Congressman Murphy expressed his concerns about Tlaib's remarks following an attack on Israel."Representative Tlaib has made deeply troubling and anti-Semitic remarks in response to the heinous, unprovoked attack on Israel," said Congressman Murphy. "Not only has she demonstrated unapologetic hubris in her condemnation of Israel's right to defend itself, but she has publicly defended her use of...
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Murphy Applauds Passage of Interior-Environment Appropriations
Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. has expressed his support for the passage of the Interior and Environment Appropriations for Fiscal Year 2024. In his statement, he highlighted the impact of strict regulations under the Biden Administration on various sectors of the economy, including small businesses, farmers, energy producers, and critical mineral production."This appropriations package funds our agencies responsible for protecting our environment, managing public land, national parks, and wildlife refuges, and overseeing critical natural resources," said Congressman Greg...
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Murphy Votes in Support of Aid to Israel
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. has expressed his support for emergency supplemental appropriations for Israel. In a statement following his vote in favor of H.R. 6126, the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, Congressman Murphy emphasized the importance of standing with Israel, stating, "Israel is our greatest democratic ally in the Middle East. The state of Israel has the right to exist. It has the right to defend itself."The Congressman further highlighted the need for immediate action in response to the invasion by Hamas, stating, "The...
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Murphy Votes Against Expulsion of Rep. George Santos
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. has expressed his opposition to the motion to expel Rep. George Santos (NY-03) from Congress. In a statement, Congressman Murphy emphasized the importance of the ongoing investigation by the Ethics Committee and the need for a nonpartisan evaluation of the allegations against Rep. Santos."I do not believe the actions of Representative George Santos are befitting of the U.S. House of Representatives," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. "Expelling a member of Congress is an action of great consequence. Much higher than the...
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Murphy Applauds Election of Speaker Mike Johnson
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. has expressed his support for Vice Chair, Rep. Mike Johnson's election as the 56th Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. Congressman Murphy issued a statement praising Johnson's character and leadership qualities."Today, I was proud to support Mike Johnson, a brilliant man of impeccable character, to become the 56th Speaker of the House of Representatives," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. "After much deliberation among the House Republican Conference, we unified on an exceptional leader who will aggressively...
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Murphy Leads Effort on Oversight of Physician Workforce Shortages
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. is leading an effort to address physician workforce shortages and the misallocation of graduate medical education (GME) slots. In a letter sent to Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Murphy, alongside Doctors Caucus Co-Chair Rep. Brad Wenstrup, D.P.M., and Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington, calls for greater oversight and transparency in the allocation of GME slots.The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (CAA 2021) established 1,000 additional Medicare-funded resident...
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Murphy Attends 40th Anniversary Observance of Beirut Bombing
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. joined the annual observance of the 40th anniversary of the Beirut bombing that took place on October 23rd, 1983. The event, held at Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, was attended by many veterans and family members, including Congressman Greg Pence (IN-06).During the ceremony, Congressman Murphy expressed his heartfelt condolences and remembrance for the 241 Marines who lost their lives in the cowardly attack. He emphasized the significance of honoring the memory of those who made the ultimate sacrifice, stating, "We will...
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Murphy Statement on Attack on Israel
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. has expressed his deep concern over the recent attack on Israel by Hamas and Palestinian terrorists. In response to the escalating violence, Congressman Murphy issued a statement affirming the United States' unwavering support for its ally."I'm heartbroken to see Israel under attack by bloodthirsty Hamas and Palestinian terrorists who wish to destroy them," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. He emphasized the importance of standing strong alongside Israel in the face of this unprovoked aggression.However, Congressman...
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Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. Stands Against Vacating Office of Speaker of the House
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. stood firm in his opposition to vacating the office of the Speaker of the House, highlighting the critical role House Republicans have played in checking President Biden and the Democrats' liberal agenda."In the past eight months, House Republicans have been a critical check on President Biden and Democrats' liberal, out-of-touch agenda," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. "We have passed legislation to ambitiously reduce our debt, protect economic freedom, secure our southern border, and destroy...
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Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. Votes No on Latest Continuing Resolution
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. has expressed his opposition to the latest continuing resolution, H.R. 5860, emphasizing the need to address the unsustainable growth of the nation's debt."It has been my purposeful intent to keep our government open and functioning," stated Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. "To win not only small battles, but the greater war against the Left’s destruction of this nation. The greatest, invisible threat to our country is the unsustainable growth of our debt. It is a silent killer that has us in a death...
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Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. Applauds Passage of Department of Defense Appropriations Act
Washington, D.C. — Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. has expressed his satisfaction with the passing of the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, which will provide essential funding for the military in Fiscal Year 2024. In a statement, Congressman Murphy highlighted the extensive efforts made by House Republicans to deliver a robust funding package that addresses multiple critical aspects of national defense."After much hard work and deliberation, House Republicans delivered a robust funding package for our Department of Defense that raises our...
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Murphy Legislation to Extend Veterans Affairs Services Passes Congress
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D.'s legislation to extend the authorities of the Department of Veterans Affairs has passed Congress with a unanimous vote. The legislation aims to ensure that essential services provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs can continue uninterrupted."I'm grateful my bill that extends the authorities of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to carry out critical services has been approved by Congress," said Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. "Our veterans served this nation honorably and now it's our turn to serve them....