Representing North Carolina's 14th District in the U.S.
House
Member of House Committees on Financial Services and the Budget | Longest-serving Speaker of the North Carolina House
Today, I visited with Operation Helo during their training at the airport in Shelby. I first met these folks in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Helene, and since then they’ve done incredible work helping families and communities across Western North Carolina recover and rebuild.
05/28/2026
It was my honor to participate in a pinning ceremony for our veterans at Summit Place in Kings Mountain yesterday. We owe them a debt of gratitude that can never truly be repaid for the sacrifices they made in service to our country.
Proud to support this $28 million grant for major infrastructure improvements for the airport!
05/27/2026
This morning I toured the Duke Energy Emerging Technology and Training Center in Mount Holly and got a firsthand look at how crews are using drones and robotics to inspect damaged equipment after storms like Hurricane Helene.
We also talked about the impact electric vehicles are having on the grid and what’s being done to prepare for the increased demand as well as what Congress can do to tackle growing energy prices.
05/26/2026
This morning, I joined Charlotte Douglas International Airport CEO Haley Gentry for a tour of the terminal following the announcement they will recieve $28M for infrastructure repairs. We were also accompanied by Charlotte City Council Member Ed Driggs and NCDOT Board Member Stephen Rosenburgh.
With CLT continuing to grow as one of the busiest airports in the world, I’ll keep fighting for common-sense improvements that keep travel safe and efficient for the entire region.
05/25/2026
This morning, I joined folks in Forest City for their annual Memorial Day ceremony to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.
We must never forget the true price paid by those who wore the uniform of the United States.
05/25/2026
For nearly 250 years, brave American servicemembers have defended the freedoms and values that define our Nation.
This Memorial Day, we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
We must always remember that freedom isn't free.
05/22/2026
Honored to announce Valentina Cutitaru of Ardrey Kell High School and the Allan Fine Art Academy as the winner of this year’s Congressional Art Competition for North Carolina's 14th District! Her artwork will be displayed in the United States Capitol for one year.
We received so many impressive submissions, and it was incredible to see the talent and hard work from students across our district.
BIG NEWS FOR WNC: my bill to designate US-74 as a future interstate is now part of the BUILD America 250 Act.
Here’s why it matters:
05/18/2026
🚨 $28 MILLION in federal funding for Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Proud to share the FAA awarded this major grant to CLT for terminal roof and HVAC upgrades that will help keep one of the busiest airports in the country operating safely and efficiently.