A look back at some of the things we were able to accomplish these past few years in which I’ve been honored to serve the South Carolina Lowcountry... sanford.house.gov/sites/sanford.
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Former Representative for the South Carolina Lowcountry (1995-2000, 2013-2018). Personal account:
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It’s been a long and chaotic week given all the explosions on the Hill that have ranged from the General Mattis resignation to the looming government shutdown that will likely come at midnight... facebook.com/11838798503765
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Quick update here. Last night’s votes went late and it looks like that was a precursor to the way things will go today. Three things at play:
1) it’s end of year/session
2) we’re in for a fight on wall funding
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Here are my thoughts... facebook.com/11838798503765
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Last night we had a series of ten suspension votes whose topics ranged from fisheries management to educational programs on heart disease. Here are my vote explanations... facebook.com/11838798503765
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Back in September, @RepJimCooper and I introduced legislation to give Congress a more proactive role in implementing trade policy. It’s vital Congress reclaim its seat at the table in debating trade & tariffs...
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A recap of some of our legislative efforts of the last 5+ years… sanford.house.gov/sites/sanford.
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Earlier this week the House passed H.R. 7217, the IMPROVE Act, which seeks to improve care for both children and seniors with complex medical needs. Notably, it extends & funds the Medicaid “Money Follows the Person” program. Here’s my vote explanation... facebook.com/11838798503765
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Yesterday, the House voted on the conference report for H.R. 2, better known as the Farm bill. I voted against it and it passed 369-47. Here’s my vote explanation... facebook.com/11838798503765
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Earlier this week and I were the only members of the House to vote “present” on a pair of bills. For those who missed my vote explanation, here’s more from today’s Post & Courier... postandcourier.com/politics/sc-s-
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As a Republican-controlled Congress pushes through "feel-good" bills in its final days, and have been voting "present" on those bills in protest.
“Why have we put major, substantive urgent issues on the back burner?”
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Today the House voted on the rule for H.R. 2, the 2018 Farm bill. I voted against it, and it passed narrowly 206 to 203. Here’s my vote explanation... facebook.com/11838798503765
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Very rarely do I ever vote “present”. Yet yesterday I did so two times. Here’s why... facebook.com/11838798503765
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Votes are keeping me in Washington today, but I’ll be there in spirit as the fight continues to push back against efforts to advance offshore drilling. My statement...
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These past 5+ years I’ve tried my best to represent the views of the people of the Lowcountry – whether it was fighting for the taxpayer or protecting & preserving our unique quality of life. It’s been an honor. Here’s a recap of some of our efforts... sanford.house.gov/sites/sanford.
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...here's the letter we sent to Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke and Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross...
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Yesterday, I joined 92 of my House colleagues in continuing to push back against this administration’s efforts to advance offshore drilling in the Atlantic. Coastal communities up & down the eastern seaboard have spoken out & indeed it’s these local voices that matter most...
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About a year ago our second son, Landon, wrote a host of living legends in hope that they might offer him wisdom. His question: What would you say to your 20-year old self? Long story short, only one legend wrote back: former President George HW Bush. facebook.com/11838798503765
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For constituents needing assistance, our offices are open normal business hours today (8:30am - 5:30pm).
Charleston: 843-352-7572
Beaufort: 843-521-2530
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Saddened to hear news of the passing of President George HW Bush. He led a distinguished life of public service to his country and his affinity for skydiving was truly something else. May he Rest In Peace.
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We’re officially moved out of Rayburn 2211 and into makeshift office for the next month... cubicle #62!
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Thanks to the Daniel Island Neighborhood Association and to all those who came out this evening to discuss the proposed Tri-County Waterfront Park. I enjoyed it and look forward to continuing the conversation!
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I’m grateful for family, for friends, and particularly for those who’ve sacrificed on our behalf so that we can enjoy the fruits of their labors given the country that we live in. Happy Thanksgiving!
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Looking forward to Neighborhood Office Hours this morning...
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For those looking to connect, I’ll be hosting Neighborhood Office Hours tomorrow morning at 9AM in front of the Harris Teeter on East Bay Street in downtown Charleston.
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For those looking to connect, I’ll be hosting Neighborhood Office Hours tomorrow morning at 9AM in front of the Harris Teeter on East Bay Street in downtown Charleston.
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"One, the environment matters to voters. As a party, we have somehow forgotten that conservatism should apply to more than just financial resources. Being conservative should entail being conservative with natural resources, too." -
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16-year-old Michael Adam Mugrage, who passed away in August after battling a rare form of cancer, was remembered tonight. A Congressional Record was read on behalf of Congressman Mark Sanford.
Michael was sworn in as an honorary officer prior to his passing.
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Tomorrow Satellite Office Hours will be at the following:
9:30 AM – Goose Creek Library
9:45 AM – Edisto Chamber of Commerce
1:00 PM – Johns Island Library
2:30 PM – James Island Library
4:30 PM – St. Helena Library
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For those who need assistance with Social Security, Medicare, Veterans Affairs or any other federal agency, my team is available to help…
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I’m back in Washington, but my staff will be hosting Satellite Office Hours across the district this week, starting today at Timrod Library in Summerville at 1:00 PM and at 4:30 PM at the Bluffton Community Library...
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We salute the men & women of our nation’s armed forces this Veterans Day. One Lowcountry local, George Patton Waters, the grandson of General Patton, shared with us his unique perspective...
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Our Member of the Month for November 2018: Rep. Mark Sanford!
. always protected liberty and the Constitution before joining lawmakers and their crony, big-government plans.
Thank you. We're proud to name you Member of the Month. #ampFW
freedomworks.org/content/freedo
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Good to visit with the Sea Pines Men’s Club earlier today... and thanks to all those who came out to Neighborhood Office Hours!
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On that note, I’ll be hosting two Neighborhood Office Hours this afternoon. At 1:15PM I’ll be at the Harris Teeter in Hilton Head (33 Office Park Road) and at 3:30PM I’ll be in front of the Walmart in Beaufort (350 Robert Smalls Parkway).
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Congrats to Congressman-elect . My team and I will be running hard to the finish line to ensure smooth transition…
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Outside of the normal tug-of-war that comes with politics and the debate on whether Republicans or Democrats will control the House and Senate, I think that there are three mega-trends that we should watch very carefully tonight... facebook.com/11838798503765
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Honored to be ranked #2 on this list with regards to efforts pushing for greater transparency in how Washington spends taxpayer dollars...
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How is your district's representative performing on transparency? We graded each representative on transparency legislation - 205 received failing grades. #SupportTransparency #OpenTheBooks bit.ly/2PdjiV9
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The Daniel Island News asked the SC-01 congressional candidates for their thoughts on the proposed Tri-County Waterfront Park. Their responses are worth a read... facebook.com/11838798503765
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Happy Halloween. Accordingly, Pocket Constitutions are at the ready for today’s trick-or-treaters.
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