Addison P. McDowell
Representative for North Carolina · Republican · United States
“(b) Purposes.--The purposes of the pilot program under this section are-- (1) to evaluate the demand, feasibility, and scalability of expanded educational choice for dependents of members of the Armed Forces; and (2) to assess the impact of the pilot program on military and family readiness.”
“Mr. Chair, today I rise to offer an amendment to H.R. 8800. My amendment would authorize the Secretary of War to establish a school choice pilot program for members of the Armed Forces. Over the past 5 years the number of States that have chosen to prioritize education freedom for parents has skyrocketed.”
“(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense may carry out a pilot program under which the Secretary provides financial assistance to a full-time, active duty member of the Armed Forces in the United States to support the choices of the member for the education of a dependent of the member, including financial assistance for costs of the dep…”
“(2) The term ``home-schooled student'' has the meaning given such term in section 2164(l)(2) of title 10, United States Code. (3) The term ``United States'' has the meaning given such term in section 101(a)(1) of title 10, United States Code. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to House Resolution 1438, the gentleman from North Carolina (Mr.”
“Mr. Chair, I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of subtitle H of title V, add the following new section: SEC. 5__.”
“Chair, there is no reason why parents who are dedicating their lives in service to our country should not have the same rights as other parents to decide where their kids go to school. This honors a provision in the Department's budget request. Mr.”
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“Mr. Chair, all this bill does is establish a pilot program so that parents serving in our military have the same rights as other parents to decide where their children go to school. Mr. Chair, I urge my colleagues to support this, and I yield back the balance of my time.”
“Chair, there is no reason why parents who are dedicating their lives in service to our country should not have the same rights as other parents to decide where their kids go to school. This honors a provision in the Department's budget request. Mr. Chair, I urge all my colleagues to support my amendment, and I reserve the balance of my time.”
“Mr. Chair, today I rise to offer an amendment to H.R. 8800. My amendment would authorize the Secretary of War to establish a school choice pilot program for members of the Armed Forces. Over the past 5 years the number of States that have chosen to prioritize education freedom for parents has skyrocketed. On this issue, Americans [[Page H5007]] have spoken. Parents must have a bigger say in their children's education. Despite overwhelming support, many military families are barred from participating in school choice initiatives because they are either stationed in States without school choice or they are located in one State but domiciled in another. This amendment would authorize the War Secretary to establish a school choice pilot program for full-time Active-Duty military members. Mr.”
“(2) The term ``home-schooled student'' has the meaning given such term in section 2164(l)(2) of title 10, United States Code. (3) The term ``United States'' has the meaning given such term in section 101(a)(1) of title 10, United States Code. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to House Resolution 1438, the gentleman from North Carolina (Mr. McDowell) and a Member opposed each will control 5 minutes. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from North Carolina.”
“(b) Purposes.--The purposes of the pilot program under this section are-- (1) to evaluate the demand, feasibility, and scalability of expanded educational choice for dependents of members of the Armed Forces; and (2) to assess the impact of the pilot program on military and family readiness. (c) Duration of Program.--The authority of the Secretary of Defense to carry out the pilot program under this section shall terminate after the 2030-2031 school year. (d) Definitions.--In this section: (1) The term ``dependent'' means a minor individual-- (A) who has not completed secondary school; and (B) who is the child, stepchild, adopted child, ward, or spouse of a sponsor, or who is a resident in the household of a sponsor who stands in loco parentis to such individual and who receives one-half or more of their support from such sponsor.”
“(a) In General.--The Secretary of Defense may carry out a pilot program under which the Secretary provides financial assistance to a full-time, active duty member of the Armed Forces in the United States to support the choices of the member for the education of a dependent of the member, including financial assistance for costs of the dependent associated with-- (1) attending a private elementary or secondary school, a faith-based school, or a public charter school; (2) providing educational training aids to a home-schooled student; or (3) other costs as determined appropriate by the Secretary.”
“Mr. Chair, I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of subtitle H of title V, add the following new section: SEC. 5__. PILOT PROGRAM ON EXPANDED EDUCATIONAL CHOICE FOR FAMILIES OF FULL-TIME, ACTIVE-DUTY MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES IN THE UNITED STATES.”
“While at its core the rescue squad is made up of brave volunteers, they also are joined by staff to help provide enhanced services of the highest quality to everyone in Rowan County. Over its first 75 years, they have always been there in times of emergency ready to protect and respond. No matter where, whether on our waterways or in our neighborhoods, they stand ready 24 hours a day. Their dedication reflects the very best of North Carolina and the spirit of service that strengthens our communities. North Carolina's Sixth District is better because of their dedication. We thank the Rowan County Rescue Squad, and congratulate them on 75 years. ____________________”
“Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 116 (Thursday, July 16, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 116 (Thursday, July 16, 2026)] [House] [Page H4547] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF ROWAN COUNTY RESCUE SQUAD (Mr. McDOWELL asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. McDOWELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Rowan County Rescue Squad as we celebrate its 75th anniversary of protecting and serving the community. Since 1951, the rescue squad has answered the call for more than 140,000 residents who call Rowan County their home.”
“While at its core the rescue squad is made up of brave volunteers, they also are joined by staff to help provide enhanced services of the highest quality to everyone in Rowan County. Over its first 75 years, they have always been there in times of emergency ready to protect and respond. No matter where, whether on our waterways or in our neighborhoods, they stand ready 24 hours a day. Their dedication reflects the very best of North Carolina and the spirit of service that strengthens our communities. North Carolina's Sixth District is better because of their dedication. We thank the Rowan County Rescue Squad, and congratulate them on 75 years. ____________________”
“Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 116 (Thursday, July 16, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 116 (Thursday, July 16, 2026)] [House] [Page H4547] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF ROWAN COUNTY RESCUE SQUAD (Mr. McDOWELL asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. McDOWELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Rowan County Rescue Squad as we celebrate its 75th anniversary of protecting and serving the community. Since 1951, the rescue squad has answered the call for more than 140,000 residents who call Rowan County their home.”
“It is a tragedy, but we cannot let heartache keep us down. Our family and this country, we do not weep in the wake. We rise, we fight, and we prevail. When America enforces her laws, we win. Fentanyl trafficking is down 54 percent. Border encounters are down 93 percent. Thousands of MS-13 thugs have been thrown out. This is no accident. It is the result of strong leadership, of resolve, and of putting America first. I will continue to do my part and fight for families against this poison. ____________________”
“Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025)] [House] [Page H1693] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] FENTANYL AWARENESS DAY (Mr. McDOWELL asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. McDOWELL. Mr. Speaker, today is Fentanyl Awareness Day, a day meant to spread awareness of a ruthless poison that has stolen the lives of too many of our sons, daughters, sisters, and brothers. My family and I know this pain personally. My brother Luke was taken from us by a single pill laced with illegal fentanyl. Mr. Speaker, so many families across our country have experienced this same pain.”
“It is a tragedy, but we cannot let heartache keep us down. Our family and this country, we do not weep in the wake. We rise, we fight, and we prevail. When America enforces her laws, we win. Fentanyl trafficking is down 54 percent. Border encounters are down 93 percent. Thousands of MS-13 thugs have been thrown out. This is no accident. It is the result of strong leadership, of resolve, and of putting America first. I will continue to do my part and fight for families against this poison. ____________________”
“Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 71 (Tuesday, April 29, 2025)] [House] [Page H1693] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] FENTANYL AWARENESS DAY (Mr. McDOWELL asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. McDOWELL. Mr. Speaker, today is Fentanyl Awareness Day, a day meant to spread awareness of a ruthless poison that has stolen the lives of too many of our sons, daughters, sisters, and brothers. My family and I know this pain personally. My brother Luke was taken from us by a single pill laced with illegal fentanyl. Mr. Speaker, so many families across our country have experienced this same pain.”
“This resolution would repeal the Biden administration's government price control scheme. I urge my colleagues to vote ``yes'' on this resolution.”
“Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of this resolution to overturn a ludicrous rule which imposes government price controls on financial institutions across the country. The Biden administration's CFPB issued this rule right before they left town, and they sold it as a defense of consumers. Mr. Speaker, you can say something a million times, and it still won't make it true. Instead of helping consumers, government price controls will simply lead to more denied transactions and less consumer freedom. Here is the reality, Mr. Speaker: Many local banks across the country already offer overdraft services that provide Americans a safety net on their financial services, and it is exactly these types of services that foster competition, giving consumers a choice in where to bank.”