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July 20, 2020
U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), Fort Bragg's Congressman and a voice for veterans, has secured several key provisions for active-duty servicemembers, military families and veterans in the FY 21 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
July 19, 2020
Benjamin Franklin is famously quoted as saying, “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” The United States has long prepared for pandemics, such as the one we are facing with the coronavirus right now, through programs established in the aftermath of the anthrax attacks of the early 2000s.
July 16, 2020
U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) has co-sponsored the Strengthening America's Strategic National Stockpile Act, a bipartisan package of measures to reduce America's dependence on foreign sources of critical medal supplies needed to fight COVID-19, boost domestic manufacturing to make those supplies here in America, and make much-needed improvements and updates to America's Strategic National Stockpile (SNS). The bill is expected to be considered in the House Energy and Commerce Committee this week.
Issues:CoronavirusHealth Care
July 12, 2020
As Fort Bragg’s Congressman, I understand the strength of our servicemembers depends on not only the training and resources we provide them, but also the support we provide to their families.
Issues:Defense & National Security
July 6, 2020
U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08), along with Rep. Raul Ruiz (CA-36), are leading the bipartisan effort to call on VA Secretary Robert Wilkie to expand the Department of Veterans Affairs Open Burn Pit Registry to include veterans who have served in Syria.
Issues:Veterans
July 5, 2020
Independence Day is one of the most important holidays in our country, as we commemorate the founding of our nation and all those who have sacrificed for our freedoms.
June 28, 2020
Last week in Washington was historical for all the wrong reasons. As our nation faces complex challenges from COVID-19 to social unrest, people looked to Congress to see what actions they would take to heal a nation that is obviously hurting.
June 25, 2020
U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) has introduced the Federal Broadband Deployment Tracking Act, a bill to streamline the burdensome process of deploying broadband on federal lands.
June 21, 2020
While there is much uncertainty in the world right now, I find myself reciting Psalms 16:1 throughout the day: “Preserve me O Lord, for in thee I put my trust.”
June 20, 2020
Earlier this month, I was honored to be asked to speak at the local memorial service for George Floyd. His horrific and tragic killing by a Minneapolis police officer has not only shaken the nation, but has had a direct and personal impact on our own community. George Floyd was our neighbor — he was born right here in Fayetteville and members of his family still live here.