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Miami Herald: GOP-led House votes to delete plank of health care law

The following is an excerpt from a March 22nd article in The Miami Herald: WASHINGTON — The House of Representatives voted Thursday to repeal a key part of the 2010 federal health care law, triggering a bitter, partisan debate that’s likely to be repeated throughout this election year. The Republican-led House voted 223-181 to do [...]

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Ellmers Visits Central Carolina Community College

The following is an excerpt from a March 14th article on the Central Carolina Community College website: Ellmers, accompanied by N.C. Rep. Michael Stone (R, District 51) and Lee County Board of Commissioners Chairwoman Linda Shook, toured the college’s Computer Integrated Machining (CIM) with an Emphasis in Tool, Die and Mold Making program. They came [...]

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The Fayetteville Observer: U.S. Rep. Renee Ellmers introduces bill to block tolls on I-95 in North Carolina

From The Fayetteville Observer, March 9: U.S. Rep. Renee Ellmers of Dunn has introduced legislation to block tolling of traffic on Interstate 95 through North Carolina. “While our highways need to be updated to meet growing needs and usage, North Carolina taxpayers should not have to bear further burdens after paying one of the highest [...]

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Video: Ellmers files anti-toll bill for I-95

From ABC 11: WASHINGTON (WTVD) – Congresswoman Renee Ellmers took action Thursday to put the brakes on a proposal to place tolls on Interstate 95 in North Carolina.  The Second District representative introduced a bill that would forbid the state Department of Transportation from converting I-95 into a toll road. Ellmers said drivers in North Carolina [...]

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The Courier-Tribune: U.S. Rep. Ellmers makes campaign stop in Asheboro

From The Courier-Tribune, February 21: Ellmers said President Barack Obama’s comments during the 2010 election season spurred her decision to run for office. She said his declaration of plans for “fundamental change in our country” caused her deep concerns. Ellmers said she opposes the current government’s emphasis on big government. “They think you’re not capable [...]

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The Southern Pines Pilot: Ellmers Makes Stop in Moore; Says She Will Seek Re-Election

From The Southern Pines Pilot, February 20: Ellmers, a Harnett County Republican spoke, for about 15 minutes and then greeted members of the crowd, answering questions and posing for photos. She stressed a partnership with voters that would help her continue her efforts to decrease the size of the federal government, decrease business regulation, lower [...]

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News & Observer: Ellmers wants study of I-95 tolls’ effect in her district

From the News & Observer, March 2nd: U.S. Rep. Renee Ellmers opposes the Interstate 95 tolls plan. The Dunn Republican charges that residents in her district would be disproportionately affected since a major portion of the highway runs through the region. She sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation on Wednesday calling for [...]

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November 2nd: Renee in the News

Below are a few articles featuring Renee. Please read and share. The “Forgotten 15” Innovators of tomorrow need the freedom to pursue dreams American Baker Association Campbell Law School Host U. S. Representative Tweet

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Rep. Ellmers on Spending Cuts

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Roll Call Highlights Freshmen Republican Women in DC

Last week, Roll Call profiled me along with three other freshman Republican women in an article about conservative women affecting change on Capitol Hill. Here’s a quick excerpt: “Republicans have a new weapon in their messaging arsenal — a growing, influential caucus of younger GOP women intent on fighting back against Democratic claims that the [...]

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