Press Releases

Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07) announced United States Military Service Academy nominations for students in North Carolina’s 7th Congressional District.  Each year, members of Congress are tasked with selecting qualified students from their respective districts to attend one of America’s prestigious military academies. “I’m honored to nominate these… Read more »

Opening remarks, as prepared, of Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment Ranking Member David Rouzer (R-NC) from today’s hearing entitled, “Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act of 2022: Administration Priorities”: Thank you, Chair Napolitano.  I appreciate you holding this hearing, and I would also like to thank our witnesses for testifying… Read more »

 – Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07) today announced his upcoming mobile office hours.   At the mobile office locations, members of Congressman Rouzer's staff will be available to help NC-07 District residents who are having problems with federal agencies and programs.  Constituents are encouraged to bring along documents they have received from federal… Read more »

 Today, President Joe Biden signed H.R. 5142 into law, which would posthumously award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 13 U.S. military servicemembers who were killed in Afghanistan on August 26, 2021.  Congressman David Rouzer (R-NC) joined Congresswoman Lisa McClain (R-MI) in introducing this bipartisan legislation in August.  Senators Steve Daines (R-MT) and Elizabeth… Read more »

In the early morning of Sunday, December 5, Senator Bob Dole passed away in his sleep.  A memorial service was held at the U.S. Capitol followed by a larger service at the National Cathedral the day after.  Additionally, I was proud to join some of my colleagues in a tribute to Senator Dole on the floor of the U.S. House.Bob Dole was a true patriot and friend to all.  His… Read more »

Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07) released the following statement on the passing of Senator Bob Dole: "My heartfelt condolences to Senator Elizabeth Dole and the family on the passing of Senator Bob Dole, one of America’s greatest.  Senator Dole was a true patriot and friend to all.  His lifetime of commitment, dedication and perseverance for this country is… Read more »

 Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07) released the following statement on the retirement of Congressman G.K. Butterfield (NC-01): "I would like to thank G.K. Butterfield for his dedicated service to the people of eastern North Carolina.  Though our politics is different, it has been a pleasure to work with G.K. and his office to address the needs of the state.  I wish G.K. and… Read more »

 Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07) introduced H.R. 6046, the Rural Ferries Fairness Act, legislation to improve ferry service in North Carolina.  Cosponsored by Congressman Greg Murphy (NC-03), Congressman David Price (NC-04), and Congressman G.K. Butterfield (NC-01), H.R. 6046 allows North Carolina ferries to compete for U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Section… Read more »

 Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07) released the following statement after voting against House Democrats’ socialist tax and spending bill: “Trillions of dollars in federal spending, passed under the guise of COVID relief this past year, is driving up inflation, which just recently reached a 30-year high.  As a result, families across the country are paying more at the grocery… Read more »

 Congressman David Rouzer (R-NC), alongside Congressman Fred Keller (R-PA) and more than 160 members of the House, introduced a Congressional Review Act resolution to formally disapprove of and nullify President Biden’s vaccine mandate imposed on private U.S. businesses.    The resolution comes after the Biden administration formally released details on the… Read more »