Congressman Walkinshaw Statement on His Vote Against the Republican Continuing Resolution

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Congressman James R. Walkinshaw (VA-11) issued the following statement on the House Republican Continuing Resolution. “I voted no because I will not support legislation that makes the health care crisis worse and does nothing to protect federal workers from Trump’s attacks. Republicans control the House, Senate, and White House. They have the power to lower…

Walkinshaw Carries Forward Connollys Legacy with Four Federal Workforce Bills

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Today, Congressman James Walkinshaw (VA-11) announced that he is carrying forward four major pieces of legislation originally authored by the late Congressman Gerry Connolly to protect federal workers and strengthen the civil service.Together, the bills safeguard merit-based hiring, protect against political manipulation, ensure fair pay, strengthen retirement security, and modernize…

Walkinshaw Appointed to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform

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Today, Congressman James Walkinshaw (VA-11) was appointed to the powerful House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.“I’m extremely grateful to Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, the Steering and Policy Committee, and Ranking Member Robert Garcia for the opportunity to serve on this influential committee,” said Congressman Walkinshaw. “Virginia’s 11th…