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HR 1301 - Death Tax Repeal Act
Introduced byRobert Aderholt , Mark Alford , Rick Allen , Mark Amodei , Jodey Arrington
Last updated 6 months ago
171 Co-Sponsors
Death Tax Repeal Act
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HR 563 - No Retaining Every Gun In a System That Restricts Your Rights Act
Aaron Bean , Jack Bergman , Sheri Biggs , Mike Bost , Josh Brecheen
Last updated 7 months ago
56 Co-Sponsors
No Retaining Every Gun In a System That Restricts Your Rights Act
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HR 925 - Dismantle DEI Act of 2025
Robert Aderholt , Gus Bilirakis , Lauren Boebert , Josh Brecheen , Eric Burlison
Last updated 6 months ago
52 Co-Sponsors
Dismantle DEI Act of 2025
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HR 273 - REMAIN in Mexico Act of 2025
Robert Aderholt , Mark Alford , Jodey Arrington , Brian Babin , Don Bacon
Last updated 7 months ago
101 Co-Sponsors
REMAIN in Mexico Act of 2025
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HR 1422 - Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act of 2025
Rick Allen , Gabe Amo , Yassamin Ansari , Jodey Arrington , Jake Auchincloss
Last updated 4 months ago
234 Co-Sponsors
Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act of 2025
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Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
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HCONRES 12 - Supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act.
Alma Adams , Mark Alford , Rick Allen , Mark Amodei , Brian Babin
Last updated 6 months ago
180 Co-Sponsors
Supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act.
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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HR 979 - AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025
Alma Adams , Alma Adams , Alma Adams , Alma Adams , Robert Aderholt
Last updated 6 months ago
954 Co-Sponsors
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act of 2025
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HR 425 - Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act
Robert Aderholt , Mark Alford , Mark Alford , Rick Allen , Rick Allen
Last updated 7 months ago
304 Co-Sponsors
Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act
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HR 2270 - Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act
Randy Fine , Randy Fine , Josh Harder , Josh Harder , Mark Harris
Last updated 4 months ago
14 Co-Sponsors
Empowering Employer Child and Elder Care Solutions Act
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HR 2528 - Association Health Plans Act
Rick Allen , Stephanie Bice , Andy Biggs , Dan Crenshaw , Henry Cuellar
Last updated about 1 month ago
20 Co-Sponsors
Association Health Plans Act
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BIOGRAPHY
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Biography
Mark Everette Harris, born on April 24, 1966, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is a Republican politician and pastor serving as the U.S. Representative for North Carolina's 8th Congressional District since January 3, 2025. Prior to his political career, Harris dedicated over 35 years to ministry, notably serving as the senior pastor at First Baptist Church in Charlotte from 2005 to 2017. He also held the position of president of the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina from 2011 to 2013. Harris is married to his college sweetheart, Beth, and together they have three adult children and ten grandchildren.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Appalachian State University
- Master of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry in Christian Leadership from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
Political Experience
- 2014 U.S. Senate Campaign: Ran for the U.S. Senate, finishing third in the Republican primary.
- 2016 Congressional Campaign: Challenged incumbent Robert Pittenger in the Republican primary for North Carolina's 9th Congressional District but was narrowly defeated.
- 2018 Congressional Campaign: Won the Republican primary for the 9th District and appeared to win the general election. However, the results were invalidated due to allegations of ballot fraud involving a campaign operative. Harris was not charged and called for a new election, in which he did not participate.
- 2024 Congressional Campaign: Announced his candidacy for the 8th District after incumbent Dan Bishop decided to run for Attorney General. Harris won the Republican primary and subsequently the general election, marking a significant political comeback.
Congressional Committees
- House Judiciary Committee: Oversees issues related to the administration of justice and the rule of law.
- House Agriculture Committee: Focuses on agricultural policy and related matters.
- House Education and Workforce Committee: Addresses issues pertaining to education and labor.
In his first three months in office, Harris emphasized bringing more power back to local communities and expressed strong support for former President Donald Trump's policies, particularly those related to government efficiency and oversight.
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