From Dr. Murphy's Desk

Dear John,

Thank you for taking the time to read my most recent updates from Eastern North Carolina and Washington, D.C. As always, it remains a true honor and a privilege to represent you in Congress! If this email was forwarded to you, you can subscribe to my e-newsletter here.

Quote of the Week

Last weekend, Eastern North Carolina honored the brave men and women who gave their lives in defense of our great nation in recognition of Memorial Day. Their sacrifices are a solemn reminder that freedom is not free. May God bless the families of those who are no longer with us.

"For love of country, they accepted death, and thus resolved all doubts, and made immortal their patriotism and their virtue." - James A. Garfield, 20th President of the United States.

This past week, I had the opportunity to be back home during the District Work Period. There are few places as special as Eastern North Carolina, and it is always a privilege to work with local leaders, small business owners, and educators to continue building on the growth and success of our communities. As I made my way through Carteret, Craven, Sampson, Duplin, and Pitt counties, I heard from health care professionals, county commissioners, farmers, entrepreneurs, and many other hardworking individuals about the challenges they are facing.

The House’s passage of the ‘One, Big, Beautiful Bill’ is a tremendous step toward creating a brighter future for every individual and family across Eastern North Carolina. Our budget reconciliation package makes permanent President Trump’s agenda by boosting our economy, strengthening our borders, protecting Medicare, and helping families succeed. As the Senate considers this legislation, the responsible spending cuts passed in the House must be preserved.

I will continue fighting for the values of North Carolina's Third Congressional District. If you wish to stay more engaged and aware of what is happening in Washington and our District, please follow me on my social media accounts linked above or here: Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube.

In the District

Participated in Carteret County Legislative Lunch

Thank you to the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce for hosting a wonderful lunch and allowing me to share a legislative update! I appreciated the opportunity to speak with local leaders and constituents about the needs of our community, including ways to support our students, grow local businesses, expand access to affordable, high-quality health care, and strengthen our preparedness for severe weather.

I also had the chance to give an update on my work in Washington for Eastern North Carolina. I discussed the budget reconciliation process and our work on the Ways and Means Committee to advance common-sense tax policies that help everyone succeed. As your representative, I remain committed to preserving the American Dream.

Visit to New Bern’s Surf, Wind and Fire

It was great to stop by New Bern’s Surf, Wind and Fire and hear from its owner, Danny Battern, about the challenges facing the retail industry. We must continue to cultivate a business-friendly environment that allows Eastern North Carolina shops to succeed.

Small businesses and the hardworking families behind them keep our local economy running, and I am proud to support them!

Meeting with Duplin and Sampson County Leadership

It was fantastic meeting with leaders from Duplin and Sampson counties! I enjoyed discussing how we can make our communities better places to live, work, and raise a family.

Visit to Sampson Regional Medical Center

Since 1950, the Sampson Regional Medical Center has been providing high-quality, community-based care to Clinton, North Carolina. This week, I toured the facility and spoke with its staff about the challenges they face as one of the few remaining independent hospitals in our state.

In rural communities like Clinton, workforce shortages, rising healthcare costs, and ongoing Medicare reimbursement cuts are making it increasingly difficult for hospitals and private practices to stay open. As a practicing physician in Eastern North Carolina, I understand how important it is to preserve local care. Care is most personalized and affordable when it’s provided in and by the community. In Washington, I am working tirelessly to remove barriers to patients’ access to care through legislation, such as my Medicare Access and Practice Stabilization Act.

Learn more about my Medicare Access and Practice Stabilization Act here.

Visit to Sampson County Wastewater Treatment Plant

It was wonderful to visit the Sampson County wastewater treatment plant and learn from City Manager James Duncan about the county’s efforts to maintain access to clean water.

I appreciated hearing about the plant’s accomplishments and how Congress can help support local infrastructure that protects public health and safety.

Visit to Sampson Community College

I had a great visit with Dr. Bill Starling, President of Sampson Community College. We must provide our local academic institutions with the support and resources they need to uplift the next generation of leaders.

It was wonderful to hear how the school cultivates an enriching learning environment. I’m grateful for Dr. Starling’s work helping NC-03 students succeed!

Visit to Millstream Farms

It was a pleasure to visit Millstream Farms, one of our many sweetpotato farms that also grows tobacco, soybeans, cotton, and cucumbers! We discussed the challenge of increased H-2A labor costs and the need to expand market access.

I will always support the farmers and ranchers across Eastern North Carolina who feed America!

Visit to AAF International

It was great to tour AAF International in Washington, N.C.! I had the opportunity to tour their facility and get a firsthand look at the air filters they produce, including those used in pharmaceutical, medical device, and semiconductor production.

I am grateful for the role domestic manufacturers like AAF play in boosting our local economies and supporting our rural communities. Their success is vital for our nation’s security and economy.

Service Academy Day

Thank you to the interested students and representatives from each branch of our military, who came out for my office’s Service Academy Day.

Our service academies are prestigious institutions of higher education and produce our nation’s next generation of leaders. It is my honor to nominate candidates on behalf of NC-03 each year!

Please click here or contact my Greenville office at (252) 636-6612 for more information if you could not make it or know someone who should apply.

In Washington

Key Votes

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act

House Republicans made history by passing the 'One, Big, Beautiful Bill' budget reconciliation package this past month. This bold legislation will help build an economy that uplifts all Americans, secure our border, and put the safety and prosperity of this country first. It preserves and expands tax cuts, enacts pro-growth policies that allow businesses to thrive, helps children and young families take part in the American Dream, averts drastic Medicare reimbursement cuts, and so much more. Further, it delivers on President Trump’s agenda while limiting the growth of our fiscal deficit.

This bill is the product of a united and diverse Republican Conference that is committed to putting the American people and our country first. As the Senate considers this package, I urge it to uphold the meaningful spending cuts we made to promote fiscal responsibility.

S.J. Res. 13 & S.J. Res. 31

Congress reversed two more of the Biden Administration’s harmful policies that put hardworking Americans and our nation’s competitiveness on the back burner.

House Republicans remain steadfast in our work to restore consumer choice and unleash American energy independence.

Learn more about S.J. Res.13 and S.J. Res.31 here.

Introduced Legislation to Ban DEI in Medical Schools

American medical schools are the best in the world and should remain free from discrimination, politicization, and acceptance of anything other than excellence. My EDUCATE Act would ban race-based mandates at medical schools, protect the First Amendment and civil rights of students, and promote objective, science-based medicine.

Excluding individuals based on appearance or beliefs in the name of diversity is wrong and debases the integrity of the medical profession. Doctors must be taught to treat all patients with the highest quality of care, regardless of who they are. This includes dealing with other medical professionals who may not look like they do. I have dedicated my life to serving others as a physician and will not stand for discrimination in our nation’s institutions of medicine.

Learn more about the Embracing anti-Discrimination, Unbiased Curricula, and Advancing Truth in Education (EDUCATE) Act here.

Read my Op-Ed with Senator John Kennedy on taking DEI out of medicine here.

Statement on President Biden’s Prostate Cancer Diagnosis

I’m a practicing board-certified urologist and have taken care of prostate cancer patients for decades. May God grant him and his family peace and comfort in this challenging time.

To hear my thoughts on President Biden’s diagnosis, click here or on the video below.

Read my Op-Ed on his diagnosis here.

Legislation to Correct North Topsail CBRA Error Considered in Committee

I am grateful that my bill, H.R. 1885, Town of North Topsail Beach Coastal Barrier Resources System Map Amendment Act of 2025, is being considered by the House Committee on Natural Resources.

43 years ago, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service wrongly classified the north end of Topsail Beach as undeveloped, making it part of the Coastal Barrier Resources System. Due to this error, and under the implications of the Coastal Barrier Resources Act (CBRA), homeowners have been unable to access vital federal programs such as the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), Veterans’ Administration loans, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers shore protection projects.

My bill corrects this decades-old mistake by removing the federal mapping error and reversing the CBRA designation, allowing residents to finally become eligible for necessary federal grants and aid.

I want to extend my appreciation to Mayor Pro Tempore Tom Leonard of North Topsail Beach for making the trip to Washington to testify, and for his decades of hard work on this issue. I also want to thank my friend and co-sponsor, Congressman David Rouzer, for his partnership in pushing this bill forward.

When the U.S. government makes a wrong, Congress must set it right. I am looking forward to it passing out of committee!

Meeting with Smith & Wesson and the Independence Fund

Thank you to Smith & Wesson Inc. and the Independence Fund for stopping by to discuss firearms manufacturing, public safety innovation, and supporting our law enforcement officers.

Our LEOs must be equipped with the proper resources and training necessary to perform their jobs safely.

Meeting with Norpac

It is an honor to meet with representatives from Norpac and hear about their unwavering advocacy for Israel and the Jewish community.

We discussed the importance of maintaining a strong U.S.-Israel relationship and addressing the rise of antisemitism on college campuses.

I stand in solidarity with our greatest ally in the Middle East.

Fighting for North Carolina Families in Washington

It was a pleasure meeting with Rapid Resources for Families to discuss how we can better support North Carolina children and their families. Our conversation focused on the importance of expanding access to high-quality treatment options for children with behavioral health issues and how stable homes are critical to their success.

Strong families build strong communities, and every child deserves the support they need to reach their full potential.

Discussed Coastal Priorities with Army Corps Leadership

It was great to meet virtually with the leadership of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington District, to discuss dredging issues in NC-03.

Maintaining open and navigable waterways is essential for our beach communities, fishermen, and boaters in Eastern North Carolina.

I’m grateful for the Corps’ partnership and their continued commitment to protecting and preserving our beautiful coastline.

In the Media

I joined Fox Business to discuss the liberal media's coverage of the Texas measles outbreak. Watch the full interview by clicking here or on the image above.

I joined NewsNation to discuss the recent HHS report examining the quality of the U.S. food supply, pesticides, and medicine. Watch the full interview by clicking here or on the image above.

I joined Newsmax to discuss the next phase of budget reconciliation as the GOP package heads over to the Senate. Watch the full interview by clicking here or on the image above.

I joined CNN to discuss House Republicans’ accomplishments in the budget reconciliation process and next steps to get the ‘One, Big, Beautiful Bill’ to President Trump’s desk. Watch the full interview by clicking here or on the image above.

I joined Forbes Newsroom to give my analysis on President Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis as a practicing urologist. Watch the full interview by clicking here or on the image above.

I joined Fox Business to discuss the concerning timeline of President Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis and budget reconciliation. Watch the full interview by clicking here or on the image above.

I joined NewsNation to discuss President Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis, as well as budget reconciliation. Watch the full interview by clicking here or on the image above.

I joined Newsmax to discuss President Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis. Watch the full interview by clicking here or on the image above.

I joined the Brief with Gregg Jarrett to discuss President Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis and the cover-up of his mental and physical decline. Watch the full interview by clicking here or on the image above.

Read my latest OpEd in the Daily Caller discussing President Biden’s recent prostate cancer diagnosis. Read it by clicking here or on the image above.

Read my latest OpEd in the Washington Examiner, alongside Senator John Kennedy, discussing the EDUCATE Act and Congress’s responsibility in keeping DEI out of American medical schools. Read it by clicking here or on the image above.

Read my latest OpEd in the Washington Times, alongside GOP Doctors Caucus Co-Chair Rep. John Joyce, discussing reforms to fix America’s broken health care system. Read it by clicking here or on the image above.

Sincerely,

Greg Murphy
Member of Congress

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