History of Bob Good in Timeline
"Robert George Good is a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Virginia's 5th congressional district since 2021. Before his time in Congress, Good served on the Campbell County, Virginia Board of Supervisors and worked in development for Liberty University and Citi."
September 11, 1965: Birth of Bob Good
Robert George Good was born on September 11, 1965. This is a significant date as it marks the beginning of his life.
2016: Bob Good's Tenure Begins on Campbell County Board of Supervisors
Bob Good's service on the Campbell County Board of Supervisors began in 2016, marking the start of his three-year tenure.
2019: End of Bob Good's Term on the Board of Supervisors
Bob Good's time on the Campbell County Board of Supervisors concluded in 2019, concluding his three-year service in that role.
2019: Bob Good Announces Campaign for Congress
While serving as the associate athletic director for development at Liberty University, Good launched his campaign for Congress in 2019.
2020: Bob Good Elected to Congress
In 2020, Bob Good won the election against the incumbent Denver Riggleman, securing his position in Congress.
January 6, 2021: Bob Good Votes Against Certifying Biden's Election
Bob Good joined other House members in voting against the certification of President-elect Biden's election victory on January 6, 2021.
June 2021: Bob Good Votes Against Honoring Capitol and DC Police
In June 2021, Bob Good was among a group of 20 House Republicans who opposed a resolution to honor the U.S. Capitol Police and the District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department for their bravery during the January 6th Capitol riot.
June 17, 2021: Vote to Repeal AUMF Against Iraq
On June 17, 2021, Bob Good was one of the 49 House Republicans who voted to repeal the Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF) against Iraq.
June 26, 2021: Appearance at Bedford County Militia Muster
Bob Good made an appearance at the second annual militia muster in Bedford County, Virginia, on June 26, 2021, expressing his support for the event and its attendees.
July 2021: Vote Against the ALLIES Act
In July 2021, Bob Good joined 15 other House Representatives in voting against the ALLIES Act. This bipartisan bill aimed to increase the number of special immigrant visas available to Afghan allies who assisted the U.S. military during the Afghanistan invasion.
September 2021: Vote Against National Defense Authorization Act of 2022
In September 2021, Bob Good was one of 75 House Republicans to vote against the National Defense Authorization Act of 2022. This bill included a provision that would have required women to register for selective service.
October 2021: Encouragement of School Mask Mandate Defiance
In October 2021, Bob Good encouraged a group of high school students in Rappahannock County, Virginia, to disobey a local school mask mandate, suggesting that a united front of noncompliance would be difficult to counter.
October 26, 2021: Comments on Anti-Domestic Violence Legislation
On October 26, 2021, during a House discussion on anti-domestic violence legislation, Bob Good made a statement connecting societal issues to a perceived failure to adhere to his interpretation of God's laws regarding morality, marriage, and family.
November 2021: Letter to Governor-Elect on Mask Mandates
Bob Good sent a letter to Virginia's Governor-elect, Glenn Youngkin, in November 2021, urging him to halt the federal mask mandate upon assuming office.
December 2021: Vote Against National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022
Bob Good was among 19 House Republicans who voted against the final passage of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 in December 2021.
2021: Sponsorship of the American Tech Workforce Act of 2021
Bob Good showed his support for the American Tech Workforce Act of 2021 by sponsoring it. Introduced by Representative Jim Banks, this legislation aimed to set a minimum wage for the H-1B visa program and eliminate the Optional Practical Training program.
January 11, 2022: Call to Boycott Capitol Hill Club Over Vaccine Mandate
On January 11, 2022, Bob Good called upon fellow Republicans to boycott the Capitol Hill Club, a popular dining establishment for Republican officials. This call for a boycott came after the club implemented a policy requiring all guests to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
March 1, 2022: Announcement of Non-Attendance at State of the Union Address
On March 1, 2022, Bob Good publicly announced his decision to skip President Joe Biden's State of the Union address. He cited his opposition to COVID-19 testing requirements and expressed criticism of President Biden's policies.
September 2022: Vote on Merger Filing Fee Modernization Act
In September 2022, Bob Good was among 39 Republicans who voted in favor of the Merger Filing Fee Modernization Act of 2022. This antitrust legislation was designed to address anti-competitive practices by corporations.
2022: Bob Good Wins Re-election to Congress
Bob Good won re-election to Congress in 2022, defeating Democratic nominee Josh Throneburg with a significant 57.6% of the vote.
October 3, 2023: Vote to Remove Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House
On October 3, 2023, Bob Good was one of eight Republicans who voted to oust Kevin McCarthy from his position as Speaker of the House. Leading up to the vote, Good criticized McCarthy's handling of a temporary spending bill, which lacked conservative policy inclusions.
2023: Vote Against the Fiscal Responsibility Act
Bob Good was among 71 Republicans who voted against the final passage of the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023 in the House.
January 2024: Bob Good Becomes Chair of House Freedom Caucus
In January 2024, Bob Good assumed the role of chair for the House Freedom Caucus. He also showed his support for the removal of Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House.
May 28, 2024: Donald Trump Endorses Bob Good's Opponent
Former President Donald Trump endorsed John McGuire, Bob Good's primary opponent, on May 28, 2024.
