Mark's Weekly Update

Happy New Year!

I hope you enjoyed the Christmas and Hanukkah season with your family and friends. As I spent time with my family this past week, I was reminded of the many blessings we experience as Americans. Amidst the celebrations, I was able to pause and reflect back on the year's blessings--as well as the hardships. 

This year, North Carolina hit a symbolic milestone. It regained all the jobs lost during the Great Recession. Further, North Carolina leapt from 44th to 16th place in the country for best business tax climate—meaning more and more businesses will continue to invest in our great state, bringing jobs with them. I've spoken with many of you who have begun to feel the recovery in our state, but still, many struggle. My goal in this coming Congress is to continue to fight for pro-growth policies that will directly impact North Carolina.

In November, I was honored and humbled to be reelected by the great people of the 11th District. I do not take this responsibility lightly--it is my job to represent you and make your voice heard in Washington.  Since my election to Congress, my office has corresponded with more than 100,000 constituents in all 17 counties of the 11th District through email, casework, and tours.

My office has an open-door and "open-line" policy. We are here to serve you. Whether you need assistance with casework or simply want to voice your opinion on an upcoming vote, please don't hesitate to contact me.

As we begin the 114th Congress, I look forward to working with my colleagues in the House as well as those serving in the incoming Republican Senate. I am confident this coming year will be a productive one and a chance to move our country forward in the right direction.

I wish you and your family a Happy New Year and look forward to working for you in 2015.

God bless.

Mark