{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where state = \"NC\" and year = 2022 sorted by date descending", "rows": [["https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/biden-signs-ross-projects-law-delivering-more-26-million-wake-county", "Biden Signs Ross Projects Into Law Delivering More Than $26 Million to Wake County", "2022-12-30", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014President Joe Biden signed into law the omnibus funding package for Fiscal Year 2023 yesterday, which includes $26,890,641 in funding for 15 community projects across Wake County secured by Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02). This critical funding will invest in accessible health care, affordable housing, public safety projects, quality education, and more.\n\n\u201cFrom Raleigh to Wendell, these projects address critical needs in Wake County and represent transformational investments in families, students, seniors, and more,\u201d said Congresswoman Ross. \u201cThese projects were developed by the people of Wake County, for the people of Wake County. I fought for this funding because I know it will make a positive difference in our community. I look forward to working with local leaders and seeing how these projects will create tangible progress in Wake County.\u201d\n\nEarlier this year, Congresswoman Ross secured $10.7 million in funding for Wake County community projects in the Fiscal Year 2022 government funding package. The 15 projects and funding in the Fiscal Year 2023 package are listed below.\n\nCommunity Projects\n\nProject Name: WakeMed Behavioral Health Hospital\n\nAmount Secured: $6,000,000\n\nDescription: WakeMed Health & Hospitals will use this funding to establish a behavioral health hospital that will help Wake County cope with the rising number of mental health and substance-use cases. The facility will accept all clinically appropriate patients regardless of their ability to pay. It will provide a full continuum of mental health services to adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients and substance-use services to all ages.\n\nProject Name: Wake County Public Health Center\n\nAmount Secured: $2,000,000\n\nDescription: Wake County will use this funding to construct a new Public Health Center. The new 151,000 square foot building will house a variety of health clinics, along with pharmacy and lab facilities, as well as ancillary and complimentary social services programs. Wake County Public Health is the safety net clinical provider for uninsured residents. The County\u2019s 11 clinics served approximately 26,000 residents in 2021. Its pharmacy provides approximately 60,000 prescriptions each year, many of which people could not obtain without Wake County Public Health services.\n\nProject Name: Maynard Road Multifamily Housing in Cary\n\nAmount Secured: $1,000,000\n\nDescription: The Maynard Road Multifamily Housing is a planned 127-unit housing development that will provide quality, affordable, mixed-income rental units at below-market rents in a prime area of Cary, North Carolina. The development is needed to help address rising housing costs, especially for low-income individuals and families, because of booming population growth, employment opportunities, and economic development in Cary over the last 20 years. The funding will be used to construct a street to the development. A well-designed and integrated street network is the backbone for a viable, complete neighborhood.\n\nProject Name: Wake Tech Electric Vehicle Training\n\nAmount Secured: $939,041\n\nDescription: Wake Technical Community College will use this funding for Grid to Plug to Wheels: Technician Training for Safe and Efficient Electric Vehicle Power Utilization and Maintenance. This job training program will prepare a next generation workforce of 2-year technicians to build and maintain power supply infrastructure and service electric vehicles. The growing demand for skilled labor in this sector will lead to good careers, greenhouse gas reductions, and consumer savings at the pump.\n\nProject Name: Saint Augustine\u2019s University Tuttle Public Health Center\n\nAmount Secured: $490,000\n\nDescription: St. Augustine's University, a Historically Black University (HBCU), will use this funding to open its Tuttle Public Health Center (TPHC), which will support health and wellness education, student research regarding the long-term effects of COVID-19, and related programs that will benefit St. Augustine\u2019s students and the surrounding community. Funding will be used to support faculty, establish smart classrooms for students, and purchase research and lab equipment.\n\nProject Name: GoTriangle Wake County Transit Access and Safety Improvements\n\nAmount Secured: $900,000\n\nDescription: This project will address critical transit access and operation safety concerns at GoTriangle bus stops across Wake County. The project will make improvements at several locations where the design speed, traffic volumes, constrained right-of-way, and number of transit passengers require safety and ADA accessibility improvements. These improvements include bus bays, sidewalk connections, ADA curb ramps, crosswalks, and pedestrian signals. Proposed locations are distributed throughout the county, benefiting customers on several regional GoTriangle routes.\n\nProject Name: Raleigh-Durham International Airport North Cargo Taxilane Reconstruction\n\nAmount Secured: $5,000,000\n\nDescription: This project will reconstruct the Taxilane that provides access to the North Cargo aircraft parking apron at Raleigh-Durham International Airport. This Taxilane access is critical to the operation of both FedEx and UPS, which provide freight and logistics services to central North Carolina.\n\nProject Name: Town of Holly Springs Water Reclamation\n\nAmount Secured: $3,000,000\n\nDescription: The Utley Creek Water Reclamation Facility is nearing capacity due to population and economic growth. This project will employ innovative and sustainable techniques to increase capacity and divert treated wastewater for other reuses in the community.\n\nProject Name: Triangle Regional Water Partnership\n\nAmount Secured: $3,326,400\n\nDescription: This project will help address the inadequate water supply intended to serve the recently announced VinFast manufacturing facility, the largest economic development project in North Carolina to date, and to provide a safe water supply for the Town of Pittsboro. The funding will be used to construct one of two horizontal directional drills under the Cape Fear River from the City of Sanford\u2019s Water Treatment Plant, which will provide a safe and resilient source of potable water for local government partners that include Chatham County, Pittsboro, Holly Springs, and Fuquay-Varina. Congresswoman Ross secured this funding with Congressman David Price (NC-04).\n\nProject Name: Garner Senior Center Facility Improvements\n\nAmount Secured: $505,200\n\nDescription: The project will enhance safety, increase accessibility, and improve functionality of the Garner Senior Center (GSC), which hosts over 42,000 annual visits by Garner-area seniors. The facility also houses Wake County\u2019s largest congregate Meals on Wheels site serving 1,700 monthly meals on-site and is a distribution site for 1,100 monthly delivered meals. Improvements to the facility include replacement of aging HVAC systems to improve air handling, renovations to restrooms to improve safety and accessibility, the addition of an accessible route to outdoor programing areas of the facility, installation of technology to ensure safe user access, enhancements to the kitchen and dining facility to improve food distribution, and other general facility upgrades.\n\nProject Name: Pleasant Grove Community Center in Wendell\n\nAmount Secured: $2,000,000\n\nDescription: The Pleasant Grove Community Center Project is a collaborative partnership with the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Town of Wendell, and Wake County to reimagine a future use of the historic African American Carver School. This site is located within a low-income area near a public housing development and will serve as a focal point of inclusion and opportunity. The community center rehabilitation will provide a space to offer families afterschool, track out, and summer camp programs; job development services; and a business incubator to host the entrepreneurial program, LaunchWENDELL. This funding will be used for community engagement, project design, construction documents, and the rehabilitation of the old Carver Elementary School.\n\nProject Name: Tingen Road Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge Design in Apex\n\nAmount Secured: $550,000\n\nDescription: This funding will be used for the study and design of a bicycle and pedestrian bridge over the railroad crossing of Tingen Road in Apex, North Carolina. This railroad crossing is expected to close in 2025. Construction of the bicycle and pedestrian bridge will provide a route for the community to safely cross the railroad tracks on Tingen Road.\n\nProject Name: North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Education Center at Prairie Ridge\n\nAmount Secured: $750,000\n\nDescription: The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences will use this funding to construct an Education Center at Prairie Ridge, which will expand services to significantly increase the number of visitors the facility can accommodate. Designed for easy accessibility, including for those with limited pedestrian mobility, families with young children, and school groups, the building will feature three new assets: an indoor classroom, furnished with scientific instruments and teaching tools; universally accessible restroom facilities; and a nature porch. This funding will contribute to economic development by creating an important public amenity along the Blue Ridge Corridor, turning an existing community resource into a year-round ecotourism destination, and fostering the creation of new jobs.\n\nProject Name: Town of Morrisville Solar Panel Installations on Town Facilities\n\nAmount Secured: $250,000\n\nDescription: The Town of Morrisville wants to lead community adoption of sustainable practices and technology. The Town will use $250,000 in funding to purchase and install solar arrays on three of the Town\u2019s largest energy consuming facilities to reduce its carbon footprint. The facilities include the Morrisville Aquatics and Fitness Center, Public Safety and Municipal Services Building, and Harris Mill Road Fire Station.\n\nProject Name: Town of Fuquay-Varina Continuous Operation Body Camera System\n\nAmount Secured: $180,000\n\nDescription: The Town of Fuquay-Varina will use this funding to supply police officers with continuous operation body camera systems. This funding will enable Fuquay-Varina to purchase improved body-worn camera equipment for Police Officers to enhance safety, transparency, and community trust. Body cameras enhance community safety and trust and are essential for 21st century policing.\n\nThe Fiscal Year 2023 omnibus funding package also includes:\n\nA $21 billion increase for veterans\u2019 health care to help with implementation of the PACT Act\n\nReform of the Electoral Count Act of 1887, which will help thwart attempts to disrupt the peaceful transfer of power\n\nRobust funding to provide security, economic, and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine in its fight for freedom and democracy\n\nEmergency disaster assistance to help victims of hurricanes and wildfires throughout the country\n\n$72 billion for the Department of Housing and Urban Development to help address the affordable housing crisis, a $6 billion increase above last year\u2019s levels\n\nThe package also includes Congresswoman Ross\u2019 legislation, the Unleashing American Innovators Act, critical legislation that will address disparities in the U.S. patent system and expand access to patents for underrepresented communities. The bill will also establish a U.S. Patent Office in the Southeast.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-bill-help-military-families-signed-law-0", "Murphy Bill to Help Military Families Signed into Law", "2022-12-28", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Gregory F. Murphy", "M001210", "murphy.house.gov", "murphy", "https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, President Biden signed into law the VETS Credit Act, which will help student veterans by ensuring they are able to quickly and easily transfer their course credits to another institution should their school close or program end suddenly.\n\nThe bill, which was sponsored by Rep. Buchanan (FL-16), included Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D.\u2019s (NC-03) bill that makes it easier for dependents of veterans or active-duty military to retain transferred Post-9/11 G.I. Bill benefits.\n\nMurphy issued the following statement:\n\n\u201cVeterans across this nation earned their benefits with honorable military service to our country. With Rep. Buchanan\u2019s VETS Credit Act signed into law, these benefits are guaranteed so that our servicemen and women returning home have easy access to a college education,\u201d said Rep. Murphy. \u201cI\u2019m proud that my commonsense bill is included in the VETS Credit Act to ensure clerical errors do not prevent dependents from receiving well-earned educational assistance. This is a tremendous step for our outstanding military families. I\u2019d like to thank Congressman Buchanan for including this essential piece of legislation in his bill and the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) for bringing it to my attention.\u201d\n\nThe VETS Credit Act passed the U.S. House earlier this year on May 17th, 2022 with broad bipartisan support by a vote of 412-1. It passed the U.S. Senate last week unanimously.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=400096", "Foxx: Perpetrators of War Crimes Are On Notice", "2022-12-27", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Virginia Foxx", "F000450", "foxx.house.gov", "foxx", "https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "Washington \u2013 Today, Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) issued the following statement after her bill. H.R. 4250, the War Crimes Rewards Expansion Act, was signed into law:\n\n\u201cFor far too long, United States\u2019 policy has elevated international tribunals over the work of national governments when prosecuting the world\u2019s worst culprits: those engaging in genocide and war crimes. The International Criminal Court has recently utilized its time and resources in investigating the United States and Israel all while failing to hold our adversaries accountable. China\u2019s genocidal campaign against the Uyghurs continues unabated, North Korea continues to engage in crimes against humanity with impunity, and ISIS fighters guilty of genocide continue to blend into populations without ever facing justice. The United States needs to end this reliance on international tribunals and display true leadership, and the reforms made by my bill will empower our government to do so.\n\n\u201cBy focusing our resources on prosecutions by national governments \u2013 including by utilizing U.S. laws already on the books \u2013 our government can track down perpetrators like members of ISIS swiftly and without the bureaucratic entanglements of international tribunals. I am immensely pleased to see my bill\u2019s passage in the United States Senate and its subsequent signing into law. Without question, this bipartisan effort sends a robust, rock-ribbed message to the entire world: the United States is determined to protect its sovereignty and its interest with every tool necessary.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-surveys-moore-county-power-station", "Hudson Surveys Moore County Power Station", "2022-12-23", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Richard Hudson", "H001067", "hudson.house.gov", "hudson", "https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Southern Pines, N.C. \u2013 U.S. Congressman Richard Hudson (R-NC) toured a Duke Energy power substation today to receive a briefing on the recent power outages in Moore County. On December 3rd, the substation was intentionally attacked leaving 45,000 customers without power. Utility workers restored power within a week, but an investigation into the attack is ongoing.\n\n\"I thank the hardworking men and women at Duke Energy and other providers who worked around the clock to restore power to our community,\" said Rep. Hudson. \"I surveyed the scene of the intentional attack on the substation and appreciate the work of all law enforcement investigating who is responsible. I am committed to finding solutions to strengthen our power grid and prevent a similar attack from happening again.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-17-trillion-omnibus-reckless-spending-over-actual-solutions", "Murphy on $1.7 Trillion Omnibus: \u201cReckless Spending Over Actual Solutions\u201d", "2022-12-23", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Gregory F. Murphy", "M001210", "murphy.house.gov", "murphy", "https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released a statement following his vote against the $1.7 trillion omnibus package.\n\n\u201cAmerica deserves pragmatic solutions to the myriad of self-inflicted crises we face today. Among these are the record cost of goods, a southern border invasion, the fentanyl overdose epidemic, and skyrocketing crime,\u201d said Rep. Murphy. \u201cUnfortunately, Democrats have engaged in reckless spending over actual solutions that address these crises. This omnibus package is a monstrous spending spree that fuels inflation and divisive gender identity politics. Americans don\u2019t want 4,000-plus pages of left-wing projects; they want lower prices, cheap gas, a secure border, and a nation that\u2019s safe.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nJust over 48 hours before the vote, Senate and House Democrats released their 4,000-plus page omnibus appropriations package that continues Washington\u2019s out-of-control spending. Done behind closed doors, the newly elected House Republican majority was shut out of the negotiating process entirely. The House voted 225 \u2013201 to pass the bill.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/congresswoman-ross-legislation-bolster-american-innovation-through-patent", "Congresswoman Ross Legislation to Bolster American Innovation Through Patent Reform Passes House", "2022-12-23", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed Congresswomen Deborah Ross\u2019 (NC-02) bipartisan legislation, the Unleashing American Innovators Act, to address disparities in the U.S. patent system and expand access to patents for underrepresented communities. In the Senate, this bill was led by Senators Patrick Leahy (D-VT) and Thom Tillis (R-NC). Along with Congresswoman Ross, Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) co-led the bill in the House. Passed as part of the omnibus funding bill for Fiscal Year 2023, the legislation now heads to President Biden\u2019s desk to be signed into law.\n\nParticipation in the U.S. patent system doesn\u2019t reflect the rich diversity of the American people, hindering American innovation and competitiveness. For example, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) found that only 21.9% of patents had at least one woman inventor in 2019. People of color and young inventors are underrepresented as well. This legislation will expand resources and outreach to groups that have historically been underrepresented in the patent system and American entrepreneurship, including by creating a new PTO satellite office in the Southeast.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m proud to represent much of the Research Triangle, a world-renowned hub for research and innovation,\u201d said Congresswoman Ross. \u201cFar too often, women, people of color, and veterans face unique barriers to participation in the patent system in North Carolina and beyond. We are a stronger and more prosperous nation when everyone \u2013 regardless of their race, gender, or zip code \u2013 can participate in our thriving innovation economy. I thank Senators Leahy and Tillis and Congresswoman Mace for working with me to pass this legislation, and I look forward to seeing it signed into law.\u201d\n\nThe Unleashing American Innovators Act:\n\nRequires the PTO\u2019s satellite offices to conduct outreach to underrepresented groups to increase participation in the patent system;\n\nRequires the PTO to establish a new satellite office in the Southeast region and to study whether additional satellite offices are needed;\n\nCreates a network of smaller community outreach offices to educate Americans about the patent system and the benefits of innovation and entrepreneurship;\n\nEstablishes a pilot program to assist first-time prospective patent applicants in determining whether their inventions are likely to be patentable; and\n\nLowers patent application fees for small businesses and micro entities.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/house-passes-more-26-million-wake-county-projects-secured-congresswoman-ross", "House Passes More Than $26 Million for Wake County Projects Secured by Congresswoman Ross", "2022-12-23", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the omnibus funding package for Fiscal Year 2023, which includes $26,890,641 in funding for 15 community projects across Wake County secured by Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02). This critical funding will invest in accessible health care, affordable housing, public safety projects, quality education, and more. Passed by both chambers of Congress, this legislation now heads to President Biden\u2019s desk to be signed into law.\n\n\u201cI fought for funding for these essential projects because I know they will make a positive difference in our community,\u201d said Congresswoman Ross. \u201cThis week, we put politics aside to invest in the American people. From Raleigh to Wendell, these projects address critical needs in Wake County and represent transformational investments in families, students, seniors, and more. I look forward to President Biden signing this package into law and seeing how these projects will create tangible progress in Wake County.\u201d\n\nEarlier this year, Congresswoman Ross secured $10.7 million in funding for Wake County community projects in the Fiscal Year 2022 government funding package. The 15 projects and funding in the Fiscal Year 2023 package are listed below.\n\nCommunity Projects\n\nProject Name: WakeMed Behavioral Health Hospital\n\nAmount Secured: $6,000,000\n\nDescription: WakeMed Health & Hospitals will use this funding to establish a behavioral health hospital that will help Wake County cope with the rising number of mental health and substance-use cases. The facility will accept all clinically appropriate patients regardless of their ability to pay. It will provide a full continuum of mental health services to adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients and substance-use services to all ages.\n\nProject Name: Wake County Public Health Center\n\nAmount Secured: $2,000,000\n\nDescription: Wake County will use this funding to construct a new Public Health Center. The new 151,000 square foot building will house a variety of health clinics, along with pharmacy and lab facilities, as well as ancillary and complimentary social services programs. Wake County Public Health is the safety net clinical provider for uninsured residents. The County\u2019s 11 clinics served approximately 26,000 residents in 2021. Its pharmacy provides approximately 60,000 prescriptions each year, many of which people could not obtain without Wake County Public Health services.\n\nProject Name: Maynard Road Multifamily Housing in Cary\n\nAmount Secured: $1,000,000\n\nDescription: The Maynard Road Multifamily Housing is a planned 127-unit housing development that will provide quality, affordable, mixed-income rental units at below-market rents in a prime area of Cary, North Carolina. The development is needed to help address rising housing costs, especially for low-income individuals and families, because of booming population growth, employment opportunities, and economic development in Cary over the last 20 years. The funding will be used to construct a street to the development. A well-designed and integrated street network is the backbone for a viable, complete neighborhood.\n\nProject Name: Wake Tech Electric Vehicle Training\n\nAmount Secured: $939,041\n\nDescription: Wake Technical Community College will use this funding for Grid to Plug to Wheels: Technician Training for Safe and Efficient Electric Vehicle Power Utilization and Maintenance. This job training program will prepare a next generation workforce of 2-year technicians to build and maintain power supply infrastructure and service electric vehicles. The growing demand for skilled labor in this sector will lead to good careers, greenhouse gas reductions, and consumer savings at the pump.\n\nProject Name: Saint Augustine\u2019s University Tuttle Public Health Center\n\nAmount Secured: $490,000\n\nDescription: St. Augustine's University, a Historically Black University (HBCU), will use this funding to open its Tuttle Public Health Center (TPHC), which will support health and wellness education, student research regarding the long-term effects of COVID-19, and related programs that will benefit St. Augustine\u2019s students and the surrounding community. Funding will be used to support faculty, establish smart classrooms for students, and purchase research and lab equipment.\n\nProject Name: GoTriangle Wake County Transit Access and Safety Improvements\n\nAmount Secured: $900,000\n\nDescription: This project will address critical transit access and operation safety concerns at GoTriangle bus stops across Wake County. The project will make improvements at several locations where the design speed, traffic volumes, constrained right-of-way, and number of transit passengers require safety and ADA accessibility improvements. These improvements include bus bays, sidewalk connections, ADA curb ramps, crosswalks, and pedestrian signals. Proposed locations are distributed throughout the county, benefiting customers on several regional GoTriangle routes.\n\nProject Name: Raleigh-Durham International Airport North Cargo Taxilane Reconstruction\n\nAmount Secured: $5,000,000\n\nDescription: This project will reconstruct the Taxilane that provides access to the North Cargo aircraft parking apron at Raleigh-Durham International Airport. This Taxilane access is critical to the operation of both FedEx and UPS, which provide freight and logistics services to central North Carolina.\n\nProject Name: Town of Holly Springs Water Reclamation\n\nAmount Secured: $3,000,000\n\nDescription: The Utley Creek Water Reclamation Facility is nearing capacity due to population and economic growth. This project will employ innovative and sustainable techniques to increase capacity and divert treated wastewater for other reuses in the community.\n\nProject Name: Triangle Regional Water Partnership\n\nAmount Secured: $3,326,400\n\nDescription: This project will help address the inadequate water supply intended to serve the recently announced VinFast manufacturing facility, the largest economic development project in North Carolina to date, and to provide a safe water supply for the Town of Pittsboro. The funding will be used to construct one of two horizontal directional drills under the Cape Fear River from the City of Sanford\u2019s Water Treatment Plant, which will provide a safe and resilient source of potable water for local government partners that include Chatham County, Pittsboro, Holly Springs, and Fuquay-Varina. Congresswoman Ross secured this funding with Congressman David Price (NC-04).\n\nProject Name: Garner Senior Center Facility Improvements\n\nAmount Secured: $505,200\n\nDescription: The project will enhance safety, increase accessibility, and improve functionality of the Garner Senior Center (GSC), which hosts over 42,000 annual visits by Garner-area seniors. The facility also houses Wake County\u2019s largest congregate Meals on Wheels site serving 1,700 monthly meals on-site and is a distribution site for 1,100 monthly delivered meals. Improvements to the facility include replacement of aging HVAC systems to improve air handling, renovations to restrooms to improve safety and accessibility, the addition of an accessible route to outdoor programing areas of the facility, installation of technology to ensure safe user access, enhancements to the kitchen and dining facility to improve food distribution, and other general facility upgrades.\n\nProject Name: Pleasant Grove Community Center in Wendell\n\nAmount Secured: $2,000,000\n\nDescription: The Pleasant Grove Community Center Project is a collaborative partnership with the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Town of Wendell, and Wake County to reimagine a future use of the historic African American Carver School. This site is located within a low-income area near a public housing development and will serve as a focal point of inclusion and opportunity. The community center rehabilitation will provide a space to offer families afterschool, track out, and summer camp programs; job development services; and a business incubator to host the entrepreneurial program, LaunchWENDELL. This funding will be used for community engagement, project design, construction documents, and the rehabilitation of the old Carver Elementary School.\n\nProject Name: Tingen Road Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge Design in Apex\n\nAmount Secured: $550,000\n\nDescription: This funding will be used for the study and design of a bicycle and pedestrian bridge over the railroad crossing of Tingen Road in Apex, North Carolina. This railroad crossing is expected to close in 2025. Construction of the bicycle and pedestrian bridge will provide a route for the community to safely cross the railroad tracks on Tingen Road.\n\nProject Name: North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Education Center at Prairie Ridge\n\nAmount Secured: $750,000\n\nDescription: The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences will use this funding to construct an Education Center at Prairie Ridge, which will expand services to significantly increase the number of visitors the facility can accommodate. Designed for easy accessibility, including for those with limited pedestrian mobility, families with young children, and school groups, the building will feature three new assets: an indoor classroom, furnished with scientific instruments and teaching tools; universally accessible restroom facilities; and a nature porch. This funding will contribute to economic development by creating an important public amenity along the Blue Ridge Corridor, turning an existing community resource into a year-round ecotourism destination, and fostering the creation of new jobs.\n\nProject Name: Town of Morrisville Solar Panel Installations on Town Facilities\n\nAmount Secured: $250,000\n\nDescription: The Town of Morrisville wants to lead community adoption of sustainable practices and technology. The Town will use $250,000 in funding to purchase and install solar arrays on three of the Town\u2019s largest energy consuming facilities to reduce its carbon footprint. The facilities include the Morrisville Aquatics and Fitness Center, Public Safety and Municipal Services Building, and Harris Mill Road Fire Station.\n\nProject Name: Town of Fuquay-Varina Continuous Operation Body Camera System\n\nAmount Secured: $180,000\n\nDescription: The Town of Fuquay-Varina will use this funding to supply police officers with continuous operation body camera systems. This funding will enable Fuquay-Varina to purchase improved body-worn camera equipment for Police Officers to enhance safety, transparency, and community trust. Body cameras enhance community safety and trust and are essential for 21st century policing.\n\nThe Fiscal Year 2023 omnibus funding package also includes:\n\nA $21 billion increase for veterans\u2019 health care to help with implementation of the PACT Act\n\nReform of the Electoral Count Act of 1887, which will help thwart attempts to disrupt the peaceful transfer of power\n\nRobust funding to provide security, economic, and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine in its fight for freedom and democracy\n\nEmergency disaster assistance to help victims of hurricanes and wildfires throughout the country\n\n$72 billion for the Department of Housing and Urban Development to help address the affordable housing crisis, a $6 billion increase above last year\u2019s levels", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=400095", "Foxx Opposes Degenerate Spending Spree", "2022-12-22", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Virginia Foxx", "F000450", "foxx.house.gov", "foxx", "https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) issued the following statement on the $1.7 trillion omnibus federal spending bill that\u2019s being rammed through Congress:\n\n\u201cChristmas is just a few short days away, and the Democrat-led House and Senate decided to go shopping for as many stocking stuffers as they could get their hands on \u2013 and they\u2019re using the hard-earned money of American taxpayers to do so. This omnibus bill is packed to the gills with pet projects, earmarks, and everything including the kitchen sink. This isn\u2019t a thoughtful and good-faith effort \u2013 it\u2019s highway robbery in 4,155 pages of legislative text.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-releases-statement-opposing-17-trillion-omnibus", "Hudson Releases Statement Opposing $1.7 Trillion Omnibus", "2022-12-22", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Richard Hudson", "H001067", "hudson.house.gov", "hudson", "https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2013 U.S. Congressman Richard Hudson (R-NC) released the following statement opposing the $1.7 trillion omnibus spending package.\n\n\"Out-of-control spending in Washington has fueled the highest inflation in 40 years. While I am glad this spending package includes necessary funding for Fort Bragg and our military, the overall price tag of this 4,155-page boondoggle will further threaten our economy. I will vote no.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-statement-democrats-unprecedented-move-weaponize-irs", "Murphy Statement on Democrats\u2019 Unprecedented Move to Weaponize the IRS", "2022-12-22", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Gregory F. Murphy", "M001210", "murphy.house.gov", "murphy", "https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released the following statement after House Democrats moved to weaponize the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This comes on the heels of Democrats on the House Ways and Means Committee releasing the former president\u2019s tax returns:\n\n\u201cHouse Democrats took blatant, politically motivated action on their way out the door and into the minority,\u201d said Rep. Murphy. \u201cDemocrats are hiding behind a claim that this committee report, and subsequent legislation, are about the presidential audit process \u2013 If that were true, why do they feel the need to put a private citizen\u2019s tax returns, which are in the process of being audited, out for public view without reference or chance of clarification. During the markup, Republicans offered to study said IRS audit programs, but Democrats all rejected the motion choosing politics over meaningful action. Congress has never publicly disclosed the full private tax returns of an individual, and their actions set a dangerous precedent.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nIn 1976, Congress amended Section 6103 of the IRC to establish that federal tax return information is confidential by default unless a statute expressly authorizes disclosure. Section 6103 has never been used to disclose the full private tax returns of an individual.\n\nThe 6103 inquiry must further a \u201clegislative purpose\u201d and not otherwise breach relevant constitutional rights or privileges. The Democrats\u2019 proposed legislation is simply a means to an end to achieve political retribution.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/12/tillis-votes-against-1-7-trillion-omnibus-package", "Tillis Votes Against $1.7 Trillion Omnibus Package", "2022-12-22", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) voted against the $1.7 trillion omnibus spending package.\n\n\u201cI voted against the $1.7 trillion spending bill because it contains too much wasteful spending and misguided, left-wing priorities,\u201d said Senator Tillis. \u201cNorth Carolina families have struggled with inflation and have been forced to cut back on spending and make some tough decisions. Congress needs to start doing the same.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congresswoman-adams-secures-historic-wins-omnibus", "Congresswoman Adams Secures Historic Wins in Omnibus", "2022-12-21", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Alma S. Adams", "A000370", "adams.house.gov", "adams", "https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 21, 2022) \u2013 Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for North Carolina priorities in the fiscal year 2023 omnibus. Victories include new programs to address HBCU & MSI research infrastructure and the maternal health crisis, as well as community project funding for the City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, and Cabarrus County.\n\nA detailed summary of the bill is available here.\n\n\u201cCongresswoman Adams really knocked it out of the park this time,\u201d said District 5 Charlotte City Councilmember Marjorie Molina.\n\nLast week, Rep. Adams published an editorial in The Hill calling for the omnibus bill to address priorities for Black America, including making far-reaching investments in ending health disparities by race and tackling racial inequity in our education system.\n\nVictories for Historically Black Colleges & Universities\n\n\u201cI am proud to have secured significant wins for Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the federal omnibus for Fiscal Year 2023,\u201d said Congresswoman Alma Adams, founder and co-chair of the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus. \u201cAmong those victories are $50 million for HBCU, TCU, and MSI Research and Development Infrastructure Grants, a program originally included in the IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act. These planning and implementation grants are designed to promote transformational investments in research infrastructure at four-year HBCUs, TCUs, and other MSIs. However, the program is called IGNITE for a reason \u2013 this is only the starting point in making sure our schools have the resources and infrastructure to compete.\n\n\u201cThe omnibus agreement also includes year-over-year increases in funding for vital HBCU and MSI programs, as well as $10 million to establish a research network that is comprised of and supports MSIs to study health disparities in maternal health outcomes. I am thankful for the hard work of our institutions and our stakeholders in helping us deliver for HBCUs and MSIs.\u201d\n\nEnding America\u2019s Maternal Health Crisis\n\n\u201cAlmost three years ago, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood, then-Senator Kamala Harris, and I introduced the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act, legislation to address our country\u2019s maternal health crisis,\u201d said Adams, co-founder and co-chair of the Black Maternal Health Caucus. \u201cWhile I am disappointed that many specific Momnibuspriorities were left out of the omnibus, especially those addressing social determinants of health, this bill includes many historic investments in maternal health that will save lives, including $7 million in awards to community-based organizations to achieve maternal health equity \u2013 an idea first proposed in the Kira Johnson Act.\u201d\n\nOther Legislative Victories for Adams\n\nThe Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is funded at $154 billion, an increase of $13.4 billion over fiscal year 2022. This follow\u2019s Rep. Adams\u2019 work to revise the Thrifty Food Plan to reflect the current reality of the hunger crisis in America.\n\nThe omnibus updates the summer food service program to permanently allow states to provide meals and summer EBT benefits nationwide to eligible children as other options in addition to meals provided at congregate feeding sites. Adams has been a consistent champion for extending summer food benefits to U.S. students and children.\n\nTwo of Rep. Adams\u2019 Financial Services Committee bills (RILA and her Whistleblower bill) were included in the omnibus:\n\nH.R.4865 - Registration for Index Linked Annuities (RILA) Act\n\nH.R.7195 - To provide for certain whistleblower incentives and protections.\n\nRep. Adams & the late Rep. McEachin\u2019sH.R. 6805 African-American Burial Grounds Preservation Act legislation was included in the omnibus.\n\nCommunity Project Funding\n\nCongresswoman Adams announced $20,946,200 in Community Project Funding that she previously secured for North Carolina\u2019s 12th District in the House spending bills has been included in the final 2023 appropriations government funding package. This funding responds directly to some of the most pressing needs in the Charlotte region, and specifically includes $7.9 million for affordable housing across Mecklenburg and Cabarrus Counties.\n\n\u201cI am proud to have secured $20,946,200 in Community Project Funding in this bill that I know meets long overdue community needs in North Carolina\u2019s 12th District,\u201d said Rep. Alma Adams (NC-12). \u201cThese investments create jobs with better pay, improve food security, build affordable housing, strengthen our communities, and start to tackle climate change.\u201d\n\nRep. Adams championed funding for 15 projects that will directly benefit North Carolina\u2019s 12th District residents. These include:\n\n$1,000,000 for the Alternatives To Violence: Cure Violence Implementation\n\n$750,000 for the Carolina Theatre Restoration and Construction\n\n$575,000 for the Central Piedmont Community College, Charlotte, NC for facilities and equipment\n\n$1,300,000 for the Charlotte Center for Newcomers\n\n$600,000 for the Charlotte Community Health Clinic, Inc., Charlotte, NC for facilities and equipment\n\n$1,000,000 for the Data and Dashboards: Research and Enhancements to Ensure Mecklenburg County's Criminal Justice System is a Leader in Data-Informed Decision Making\n\n$1,500,000 for the Historic West End Critical Home Repair Program\n\n$2,000,000 for the Huntersville Lot Acquisition for Affordable Housing\n\n$4,000,000 for the Local Foods Production Distribution Center\n\n$1,000,000 for the North Mecklenburg County Housing Preservation Initiative\n\n$216,200 for the Presbyterian Hospital DBA Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Charlotte, NC for facilities and equipment\n\n$1,400,000 for the Preservation of Affordable Housing in Druid Hills\n\n$3,375,000 for the STEM Learning Laboratory Construction\n\n$230,000 for the University of North Carolina System, Chapel Hill, NC for mental health training and services\n\n$2,000,000 for the WeBuild Concord Collective Impact for Affordable Housing\n\nThe twelve-bill government funding package will create good-paying American jobs, grow opportunity for the middle class and small businesses, and provide a lifeline for working families. Taken together, the funding for North Carolina\u2019s 12th District and the funding increases for critical government programs will continue to reverse decades of disinvestment in our communities.\n\nAfter the Senate passes this legislation, we will have the opportunity to vote for the package here in the House. It will then go to President Biden\u2019s desk for his signature.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-to-protect-va-caregiver-benefits", "Hudson Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Protect VA Caregiver Benefits", "2022-12-21", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Richard Hudson", "H001067", "hudson.house.gov", "hudson", "https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington D.C. \u2013 U.S. Congressman Richard Hudson (R-NC) introduced the VA Caregiver Continuity Act to protect veterans and caregivers in the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (the Caregiver Program) from being discharged or having their support reduced because they do not meet the Veterans Administration (VA)\u2019s new eligibility criteria. Hudson introduced this legislation alongside U.S. Congressman Andy Kim (D-NJ).\n\n\u201cFulfilling the promises made to our veterans from Fort Bragg and around the country is a top priority,\u201d said Congressman Hudson. \u201cThat\u2019s why I was proud to help pass the VA MISSION Act and expand the VA Caregiver Program to even more well-deserved veterans. I now look forward to advancing the bipartisan Veteran Caregiver Continuity Act to ensure veterans and caregivers who presently rely on the Caregiver Program will not lose their hard-earned benefits.\u201d\n\n\"There's nothing more important than honoring the promises we've made to our nation's veterans. I saw their sacrifices firsthand when I worked as a civilian advisor in warzones overseas. So when my office heard from constituent caregivers that the benefits they've been using to help care for loved ones that proudly wore the uniform could be taken away, I knew we had to act,\u201d said Congressman Kim. \u201cThat's why I'm proud to join with Congressman Hudson to author a policy that protects veteran caregiver benefits and upholds the promise we made to our veterans and their families when they signed up to serve.\"\n\nThe VA Caregiver Continuity Act would require the VA to permanently extend existing benefits for veterans who were enrolled in the Caregiver Program before September 2020 and who meet the VA\u2019s Priority One Group criteria. Those who meet the VA\u2019s Priority One Group criteria include veterans who (1) have a service-connected disability rating as 50% or more, (2) have a service-connected disability that the VA has concluded makes them unable to work, or (3) received the Medal of Honor.\n\nThis legislation would also require the VA to conduct outreach to veterans and caregivers already in the program who have received a notice that they would be reassessed, discharged, or have their benefits reduced as a result of the rule and inform them that they would remain in the program with their current benefits maintained.\n\nA fact sheet on the bill can be found here.\n\nAs Fort Bragg\u2019s Congressman, supporting veterans and their families stands as one of Hudson's top priorities. Throughout his time in Congress, Hudson has introduced numerous pieces of legislation aimed at improving the lives of veterans including the Care for the Veteran Caregiver Act and the Care Veterans Deserve Act.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/congresswoman-ross-secures-more-26-million-wake-county-projects-government", "Congresswoman Ross Secures More Than $26 Million for Wake County Projects in the Government Funding Package", "2022-12-21", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) announced that she secured $26,890,641 for community projects across Wake County in the omnibus funding bill for Fiscal Year 2023. This critical funding will invest in accessible health care, affordable housing, public safety projects, quality education, and more. The U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate are expected to vote on the package this week.\n\n\u201cI fought for funding for these essential projects because I know they will make a positive difference in our community,\u201d said Congresswoman Ross. \u201cThis week, we are coming back to Washington and putting politics aside to make government work for the American people. From Raleigh to Wendell, these projects address critical needs in Wake County and represent transformational investments in families, students, seniors, and more. I look forward to voting for this package and working with local leaders to ensure these projects deliver tangible results for North Carolina.\u201d\n\nEarlier this year, Congresswoman Ross secured $10.7 million in funding for Wake County community projects in the Fiscal Year 2022 government funding package. The projects and funding in the Fiscal Year 2023 package are listed below.\n\nCommunity Projects\n\nProject Name: WakeMed Behavioral Health Hospital\n\nAmount Secured: $6,000,000\n\nDescription: WakeMed Health & Hospitals will use this funding to establish a behavioral health hospital that will help Wake County cope with the rising number of mental health and substance-use cases. The facility will accept all clinically appropriate patients regardless of their ability to pay. It will provide a full continuum of mental health services to adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients and substance-use services to all ages.\n\nProject Name: Wake County Public Health Center\n\nAmount Secured: $2,000,000\n\nDescription: Wake County will use this funding to construct a new Public Health Center. The new 151,000 square foot building will house a variety of health clinics, along with pharmacy and lab facilities, as well as ancillary and complimentary social services programs. Wake County Public Health is the safety net clinical provider for uninsured residents. The County\u2019s 11 clinics served approximately 26,000 residents in 2021. Its pharmacy provides approximately 60,000 prescriptions each year, many of which people could not obtain without Wake County Public Health services.\n\nProject Name: Maynard Road Multifamily Housing in Cary\n\nAmount Secured: $1,000,000\n\nDescription: The Maynard Road Multifamily Housing is a planned 127-unit housing development that will provide quality, affordable, mixed-income rental units at below-market rents in a prime area of Cary, North Carolina. The development is needed to help address rising housing costs, especially for low-income individuals and families, because of booming population growth, employment opportunities, and economic development in Cary over the last 20 years. The funding will be used to construct a street to the development. A well-designed and integrated street network is the backbone for a viable, complete neighborhood.\n\nProject Name: Wake Tech Electric Vehicle Training\n\nAmount Secured: $939,041\n\nDescription: Wake Technical Community College will use this funding for Grid to Plug to Wheels: Technician Training for Safe and Efficient Electric Vehicle Power Utilization and Maintenance. This job training program will prepare a next generation workforce of 2-year technicians to build and maintain power supply infrastructure and service electric vehicles. The growing demand for skilled labor in this sector will lead to good careers, greenhouse gas reductions, and consumer savings at the pump.\n\nProject Name: Saint Augustine\u2019s University Tuttle Public Health Center\n\nAmount Secured: $490,000\n\nDescription: St. Augustine's University, a Historically Black University (HBCU), will use this funding to open its Tuttle Public Health Center (TPHC), which will support health and wellness education, student research regarding the long-term effects of COVID-19, and related programs that will benefit St. Augustine\u2019s students and the surrounding community. Funding will be used to support faculty, establish smart classrooms for students, and purchase research and lab equipment.\n\nProject Name: GoTriangle Wake County Transit Access and Safety Improvements\n\nAmount Secured: $900,000\n\nDescription: This project will address critical transit access and operation safety concerns at GoTriangle bus stops across Wake County. The project will make improvements at several locations where the design speed, traffic volumes, constrained right-of-way, and number of transit passengers require safety and ADA accessibility improvements. These improvements include bus bays, sidewalk connections, ADA curb ramps, crosswalks, and pedestrian signals. Proposed locations are distributed throughout the county, benefiting customers on several regional GoTriangle routes.\n\nProject Name: Raleigh-Durham International Airport North Cargo Taxilane Reconstruction\n\nAmount Secured: $5,000,000\n\nDescription: This project will reconstruct the Taxilane that provides access to the North Cargo aircraft parking apron at Raleigh-Durham International Airport. This Taxilane access is critical to the operation of both FedEx and UPS, which provide freight and logistics services to central North Carolina.\n\nProject Name: Town of Holly Springs Water Reclamation\n\nAmount Secured: $3,000,000\n\nDescription: The Utley Creek Water Reclamation Facility is nearing capacity due to population and economic growth. This project will employ innovative and sustainable techniques to increase capacity and divert treated wastewater for other reuses in the community.\n\nProject Name: Triangle Regional Water Partnership\n\nAmount Secured: $3,326,400\n\nDescription: This project will help address the inadequate water supply intended to serve the recently announced VinFast manufacturing facility, the largest economic development project in North Carolina to date, and to provide a safe water supply for the Town of Pittsboro. The funding will be used to construct one of two horizontal directional drills under the Cape Fear River from the City of Sanford\u2019s Water Treatment Plant, which will provide a safe and resilient source of potable water for local government partners that include Chatham County, Pittsboro, Holly Springs, and Fuquay-Varina. Congresswoman Ross secured this funding with Congressman David Price (NC-04).\n\nProject Name: Garner Senior Center Facility Improvements\n\nAmount Secured: $505,200\n\nDescription: The project will enhance safety, increase accessibility, and improve functionality of the Garner Senior Center (GSC), which hosts over 42,000 annual visits by Garner-area seniors. The facility also houses Wake County\u2019s largest congregate Meals on Wheels site serving 1,700 monthly meals on-site and is a distribution site for 1,100 monthly delivered meals. Improvements to the facility include replacement of aging HVAC systems to improve air handling, renovations to restrooms to improve safety and accessibility, the addition of an accessible route to outdoor programing areas of the facility, installation of technology to ensure safe user access, enhancements to the kitchen and dining facility to improve food distribution, and other general facility upgrades.\n\nProject Name: Pleasant Grove Community Center in Wendell\n\nAmount Secured: $2,000,000\n\nDescription: The Pleasant Grove Community Center Project is a collaborative partnership with the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Town of Wendell, and Wake County to reimagine a future use of the historic African American Carver School. This site is located within a low-income area near a public housing development and will serve as a focal point of inclusion and opportunity. The community center rehabilitation will provide a space to offer families afterschool, track out, and summer camp programs; job development services; and a business incubator to host the entrepreneurial program, LaunchWENDELL. This funding will be used for community engagement, project design, construction documents, and the rehabilitation of the old Carver Elementary School.\n\nProject Name: Tingen Road Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge Design in Apex\n\nAmount Secured: $550,000\n\nDescription: This funding will be used for the study and design of a bicycle and pedestrian bridge over the railroad crossing of Tingen Road in Apex, North Carolina. This railroad crossing is expected to close in 2025. Construction of the bicycle and pedestrian bridge will provide a route for the community to safely cross the railroad tracks on Tingen Road.\n\nProject Name: North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Education Center at Prairie Ridge\n\nAmount Secured: $750,000\n\nDescription: The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences will use this funding to construct an Education Center at Prairie Ridge, which will expand services to significantly increase the number of visitors the facility can accommodate. Designed for easy accessibility, including for those with limited pedestrian mobility, families with young children, and school groups, the building will feature three new assets: an indoor classroom, furnished with scientific instruments and teaching tools; universally accessible restroom facilities; and a nature porch. This funding will contribute to economic development by creating an important public amenity along the Blue Ridge Corridor, turning an existing community resource into a year-round ecotourism destination, and fostering the creation of new jobs.\n\nProject Name: Town of Morrisville Solar Panel Installations on Town Facilities\n\nAmount Secured: $250,000\n\nDescription: The Town of Morrisville wants to lead community adoption of sustainable practices and technology. The Town will use $250,000 in funding to purchase and install solar arrays on three of the Town\u2019s largest energy consuming facilities to reduce its carbon footprint. The facilities include the Morrisville Aquatics and Fitness Center, Public Safety and Municipal Services Building, and Harris Mill Road Fire Station.\n\nProject Name: Town of Fuquay-Varina Continuous Operation Body Camera System\n\nAmount Secured: $180,000\n\nDescription: The Town of Fuquay-Varina will use this funding to supply police officers with continuous operation body camera systems. This funding will enable Fuquay-Varina to purchase improved body-worn camera equipment for Police Officers to enhance safety, transparency, and community trust. Body cameras enhance community safety and trust and are essential for 21st century policing.\n\nThe Fiscal Year 2023 omnibus funding package also includes:\n\n$21 billion increase for veterans\u2019 health care to help with implementation of the PACT Act\n\nReform of the Electoral Count Act of 1887, which will help thwart attempts to disrupt the peaceful transfer of power\n\nRobust funding to provide security, economic, and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine in its fight for freedom and democracy\n\nEmergency disaster assistance to help victims of hurricanes and wildfires throughout the country\n\n$72 billion for the Department of Housing and Urban Development to help address the affordable housing crisis, a $6 billion increase above last year\u2019s levels", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/report-video-congresswoman-ross-releases-first-term-review", "REPORT & VIDEO: Congresswoman Ross Releases First Term in Review", "2022-12-20", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Raleigh, N.C. \u2014Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released a comprehensive report and video detailing accomplishments from her first term representing Wake County in Congress, including millions of dollars returned to Wake County residents and historic legislation signed into law. Click here to read the report and here to download the video.\n\n\u201cIt has been one of the greatest honors of my life serving Wake County during my first term in Congress,\u201d said Congresswoman Ross. \u201cI spent my first two years in office traveling throughout the Second District, listening to my constituents, and taking to heart all of your views, insights , and concerns. I\u2019m incredibly proud of everything that my office and I accomplished for the people of Wake County \u2013 from ensuring veterans, small business owners, and more can access resources from the federal government to fighting for commonsense legislation. There is still so much work to do in the year ahead, and I pledge to always put Wake County first.\u201d\n\nThe report and video include the following highlights:\n\nMore than $19 million returned to Wake County residents\n\n$10.7 million in federal funding secured for projects across Wake County\n\n10 bills signed into law, including legislation to:\n\nAddress the shortage of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners in North Carolina and nationwide\n\nRepeal the moratorium on offshore wind leasing off the coasts of North Carolina and other states in the Southeast\n\nEnhance judicial ethics and transparency requirements\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=400094", "Foxx Celebrates Signing of H.R. 5481", "2022-12-19", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Virginia Foxx", "F000450", "foxx.house.gov", "foxx", "https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) issued the following statement after her bill, H.R. 5481, which names the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Forest City, North Carolina, as the \"Master Sergeant Jerry K. Crump VA Clinic\", was signed into law:\n\n\u201cMaster Sergeant Jerry K. Crump\u2019s legacy is one that will forever be enshrined in Forest City \u2013 a fitting honor for a true patriot who served our nation in the Korean War and who demonstrated a willingness to put his life on the line to protect his comrades in the heat of battle. I am incredibly pleased that today, President Biden has signed H.R. 5481 into law, and that the nation will further honor an exemplary American for his service, courage, devotion to the country he was proud to call home.\u201d\n\n###\n\nU.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx represents North Carolina\u2019s 5th Congressional District and is the Republican Leader of the House Committee on Education and Labor.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/congresswoman-ross-statement-january-6th-committees-criminal-referrals-trump", "Congresswoman Ross Statement on the January 6th Committee\u2019s Criminal Referrals of Trump & Others to DOJ", "2022-12-19", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the following statement on the January 6th Committee\u2019s final hearing and referrals of former President Donald J. Trump, John Eastman, and others to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for criminal investigation and prosecution:\n\n\u201cI commend my colleagues on the January 6th Committee for their relentless pursuit of the truth and their unyielding commitment to democracy. The Committee\u2019s thorough investigation has exposed the reality of what happened on that horrible day \u2013 that former President Trump and his allies violated the Constitution and the law in their attempts to hold onto power at any cost. No one is above the law, and those who were responsible for this violent assault on our democracy must be held accountable.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/12/tillis-announces-10-4-million-grant-to-improve-transit-services-for-rural-north-carolina", "Tillis Announces $10.4 Million Grant To Improve Transit Services for Rural North Carolina", "2022-12-19", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) announced the U.S. Department of Transportation Multimodal Projects Discretionary Grant program awarded the N.C. Department of Transportation $10.4 million to expand on-demand transit services for up to 11 rural communities across the state of North Carolina. The grant includes funds for software deployment and vehicle acquisition to support the new services. The funds come from The Rural Surface Transportation Grant, part of the bipartisan infrastructure law that Senator Tillis helped negotiate and pass into law.\n\n\u201cThis grant is a big win for rural North Carolina and will improve and modernize on-demand transportation for more than 800,000 North Carolinians,\u201d said Senator Tillis. \u201cI was proud to advocate for this funding and help negotiate and support the bipartisan infrastructure law to bring this investment to our great state.\u201d\n\nSenator Tillis sent a letter advocating for the award that can be found here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/12/final-ndaa-includes-numerous-tillis-provisions-to-improve-the-lives-of-north-carolina-servicemembers-and-families", "Final NDAA Includes Numerous Tillis Provisions to Improve the Lives of North Carolina Servicemembers and Families", "2022-12-16", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 The Senate recently passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2023, which included multiple provisions by U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, to improve the lives of servicemembers and military families.\n\nThe bipartisan legislation also includes the authorization of $302.3 million for North Carolina military installations. Since being elected in 2015, Senator Tillis has secured more than $3 billion for North Carolina\u2019s military installations.\n\n\u201cI was proud to lead a bipartisan effort to provide much needed improvements to installations across the country, including Fort Bragg and Camp Lejeune,\u201d said Senator Tillis. \u201cNorth Carolina\u2019s military installations continue to play a crucial role in protecting the United States against threats all across the world. Ensuring Fort Bragg, Camp Lejeune, Cherry Point, New River, and Seymour Johnson have the resources they need to successfully protect our great nation has been a top priority of mine since the first day I took office. This bipartisan legislation is a big win for North Carolina\u2019s servicemembers and our military families, and I am proud it will be signed into law by President Biden. I will continue to work hard for our brave men and women in uniform.\u201d\n\nSenator Tillis\u2019 Priorities Secured in the NDAA:\n\nTakes care of our troops\n\nThe NDAA rescinds DOD\u2019s COVID vaccine mandate amid the nation\u2019s massive recruiting crisis.\n\nThe NDAA authorizes funding to support a 4.6 percent pay raise for both military service members and the Department of Defense civilian workforce.\n\nThis legislation bans Uighur slave labor-made items in military commissaries and exchanges.\n\nThe NDAA increases maximum special and incentive payments and bonuses by over 30 percent.\n\nThe NDAA authorizes DOD to pay relocation and quarantine costs for pets during military moves.\n\nThe NDAA authorizes a Survivor Benefit Plan open season for the first time since 2005.\n\nThe legislation limits frequency of adjustments to overseas cost of living allowances to every 6 months.\n\nThe NDAA permanently authorizes the DOD Skillbridge program.\n\nThe NDAA authorizes a pilot program on hiring special education inclusion coordinators in Child Development Centers to ensure quality services are provided to children with special needs.\n\nThe NDAA extends the reimbursement authority for spouse relicensing costs after a permanent change of station (PCS) for an additional 5 years.\n\nThe NDAA authorizes the reimbursement of spouse business costs arising from a PCS.\n\nThe NDAA authorizes $50 million for Impact Aid and $20 million for Impact Aid for military dependents with severe disabilities.\n\nThe NDAA requires DOD to establish a comprehensive initiative for brain health, the Warfighter Brain Health Initiative, to improve cognitive performance and brain health of servicemembers.\n\nThe NDAA makes improvements to the TRICARE Dental Program, including improving specialty care referrals under TRICARE Prime during permanent changes of station.\n\nThe NDAA makes certain improvements relating to behavioral health care in the military health system.\n\nThe NDAA authorizes transitional health care benefits to National Guard members who are separated from full-time duty in response to a national emergency declaration and supported by federal funds.\n\nFY2023 Military Construction for North Carolina Installations\n\nFort Bragg - $84.5 million\n\nFort Bragg - Automated Infantry Platoon Battle Course (P&D) - $1.35 million\n\nFort Bragg Automated Record Fire Range (P&D) - $2 million\n\nFort Bragg Child Development Center (P&D) - $3.6 million\n\nFort Bragg Multipurpose Machine Gun Range (MPMG 2) (P&D) - $1.6 million\n\nFort Bragg Multipurpose Training Range - $34 million\n\nFort Bragg Albritton Middle School Addition (P&D) - $7.5 million\n\nFort Bragg SOF Operations Building - $18.8 million\n\nFort Bragg SOF Supply Support Activity - $15.6 million\n\nMCAS Cherry Point - $117.4 million\n\nCherry Point Aircraft Maintenance Hangar (INC) \u2013 $21 million\n\nCherry Point CH-53K Gearbox Repair and Test Facility \u2013 $38.4 million\n\nCherry Point - F-35 Flightline Util Modernization Ph 2 (INC) \u2013 $58 million\n\nMCAS New River - $21 million\n\nNew River Three Module Type II Hangar \u2013 $21 million\n\nMCB Camp Lejeune - $54 million\n\nCamp Lejeune Regional Communications Station, Hadnot Point - $47.4 million\n\nCamp Lejeune Lejeune Schools Modernization (P&D) - $6.6 million\n\nSeymour Johnson AFB - $3.8 million\n\nSeymour Johnson Combat Arms and Maintenance Complex (P&D) - $3.3 million\n\nSeymour Johnson KC\u201346 Alert Facility (P&D) - $530,000\n\nArmy National Guard - $19.5 million\n\nMcleansville Camp Burton Road National Guard Vehicle Maintenance Shop - $15 million\n\nMorrisville Army Aviation Flight Facility #1 (P&D) - $4.5 million\n\nArmy Reserve Center: Ashville, NC - $2 million\n\nAsheville Cost to Complete: Army Reserve Center - $2 million\n\nTotal MILCON Funding - $302.3 million\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-pressures-house-leadership-bipartisan-solutions-impending-medicare", "Murphy Pressures House Leadership for Bipartisan Solutions to Impending Medicare Payment Cuts to Physicians", "2022-12-15", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Gregory F. Murphy", "M001210", "murphy.house.gov", "murphy", "https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) and House GOP Doctors Caucus colleagues led a letter to House leadership requesting support to mitigate impeding Medicare payment cuts for providers in end-of-year legislation. In the letter sent to Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy, the 83 co-signers stress the urgent need for bipartisan solutions for immediate relief and long-term physician payment reform to ensure robust access to patient care, especially in rural and underserved communities.\n\nMurphy, a practicing urologist, issued the following statement:\n\n\u201cAny cuts to Medicare payments for physicians would be disastrous for health care providers, America\u2019s seniors, and the nation at large,\u201d said Murphy. \u201cImpending Medicare payment reductions would force many providers to permanently close their doors, leaving countless patients without access to affordable, quality care. As a physician of more than 30 years, I cannot stress enough the urgency with which Congress must come together to provide certainty and stability to the Medicare physician payment system. There is simply no profession in the nation that deals with such perennial cuts. I urge House leadership on both sides of the aisle to take immediate action to secure short-and long-term solutions to ensure the stability and continued success of the Medicare program.\u201d\n\nRead the full GOP Doctors Caucus letter HERE.\n\nMore than 160 national and state medical and health care organizations support Congressional action to halt Medicare Payment Cuts, including:\n\nThe American Medical Association, The American Medical Group Association, The American College of Surgeons, The American College of Emergency Physicians, and The American Health Care Association.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-honors-retiring-colleagues-price-butterfield-house-floor", "Adams Honors Retiring Colleagues Price & Butterfield on House Floor", "2022-12-14", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Alma S. Adams", "A000370", "adams.house.gov", "adams", "https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 14, 2022) \u2013 Earlier this morning, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) delivered remarks in honor of retiring Representatives David Price (NC-04) and G. K. Butterfield (NC-01).\n\nVideo of the remarks is available onC-SPAN, on YouTube, and for download.\n\nRep. Adams\u2019 remarks as prepared:\n\nI rise today to honor two outstanding North Carolinians and my colleagues who are retiring from the U.S. House of Representatives, the Honorable G. K. Butterfield for 18 years of service, and the Honorable David Price for 34 years.\n\nThese gentlemen have given a total of 52 years of service to our state and our nation, for which we are indeed grateful.\n\nTrue statesman, Butterfield and Price have been invaluable members of Congress and have served with incredible distinction. Well respected, admired, and loved by colleagues here in Congress, and revered by citizens back home, they each have made their life\u2019s work all about service.\n\nHaving known each of them for a very long time, I have appreciated the opportunity to learn from then and to work with each of them in North Carolina and here in Congress. Service has been their legacy as it is the rent we pay for living. Together, these incredible members have kept their rent fully paid up throughout their careers in North Carolina, and in this Congress.\n\nBoth scholars and men of enormous intellect, Price and Butterfield have been leaders in their communities, and they have used their expertise on and off Capitol Hill to interrupt injustice and ignorance.\n\nOur resident historian, G. K. Butterfield, who serves on Energy & Commerce, worked as a civil rights lawyer, a trial judge, a Superior Court judge, and served in the North Carolina Supreme Court.\n\nRetired teacher and distinguished professor David Price led numerous Congressional missions abroad during his three decades on the Hill, and he has been influential in his committee work on Appropriations.\n\nBoth have been personal mentors and friends to me, and impactful advisors who I will truly miss.\n\nThank you Congressman Price, and thank you Congressman Butterfield for your friendship and for your service. I wish you and your families Godspeed as you retire and take on the next chapter in your lives.\n\nYou made our nation much better than when you found it.\n\nGod Bless You.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-applauds-uwharrie-roads-project-draft-decision", "Hudson Applauds Uwharrie Roads Project Draft Decision", "2022-12-14", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Richard Hudson", "H001067", "hudson.house.gov", "hudson", "https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC) released a statement following the Uwharrie Ranger District's draft decision to allow for the pavement of roads and turnouts within the Uwharrie National Forest.\n\n\"Throughout my time in Congress, I have fought to secure pavement of roads in the Uwharrie National Forest to protect public safety and grow the economy in our region. I am grateful that a draft decision has finally been issued to improve the dangerous road conditions in Uwharrie,\" said Rep. Hudson. \"This decision will help to improve the lives of all those who call the Uwharrie National Forest home, while also preserving the natural beauty and integrity of this national treasure. I will continue to support this draft plan as a final decision is made.\"\n\nThis draft decision follows the conclusion of Uwharrie Ranger District's Environmental Assessment (EA) which concluded that the Uwharrie Road Project posed no significant impact on the forest, thus allowing the proposed pavement project to move forward. If the decision is finalized, multiple areas, including Moccasin Creek Road (NFSR 576) through the Dutch John Trailhead on Dutch John Road (NFSR 553), will be paved to NCDOT standards. Additionally, NFSR 553 south of the Dutch John Trailhead parking lot will have turnouts installed where sensitive resources can be avoided.\n\nThis project is subject to the pre-decisional objection process pursuant to 36 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) \u00a7218 Subparts A and B. This objection process lasts 45 days and began December 8, 2022. Objections, including attachments, must be filed electronically at US Forest Service NEPA Projects Home (usda.gov). All objections are available for public inspection during and after the objection process.\n\nRep. Hudson has been a vocal proponent of paving the roadways in the Uhwarrie National Forest since 2014, when as a Member of the Agriculture Committee, Hudson was successful in getting the Agriculture Secretary and U.S. Forest Service to agree to repair damaged roads there. Rep. Hudson has urged funding support for Uwharrie Roads in each Congress since then including in 2017, 2018, and 2020. In 2021, the Forest Service released proposed action and began the scoping phase of the roads project.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-adams-hill-congress-has-unfinished-business-black-america", "Rep. Adams in The Hill: \u201cCongress has unfinished business for Black America\u201d", "2022-12-12", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Alma S. Adams", "A000370", "adams.house.gov", "adams", "https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 9, 2022) \u2013 The Hill published an opinion piece by Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) entitled \u201c3 proposals Congress can pass to fulfill Biden\u2019s promises to Black America.\u201d In the editorial, Rep. Adams stresses the importance of passing a minimum wage increase, the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act, and the IGNITE HBCU, TCU, and MSI Excellence Act.\n\nRep. Adams writes:\n\nThe 117th Congress has unfinished business for Black America.\n\nIn 2020, President Biden ran and won on a platform that included advancing the economic mobility of African Americans and closing racial wealth and income gaps; making far-reaching investments in ending health disparities by race; and tackling racial inequity in our education system.\n\nWe can make big, bipartisan progress on these issues before the end of Congress, but it\u2019s up to us to act.\n\n\u2026\n\nThe IGNITE Act would create a federal grant program for infrastructure at HBCUs, tribal colleges and universities (TCUs), and other minority serving institutions (MSIs) including Hispanic serving institutions (HSIs) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs). The grants can be used to improve infrastructure for these schools, including maintenance of historic buildings, new technology and classrooms, or improved security for students and staff.\n\nThe IGNITE Act is supported by the Congressional Tri-Caucus, composed of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, Congressional Black Caucus, and the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus. Our legislation is co-sponsored by 200 Democrats and 20 Republicans, and the Senate companion of the bill also has bipartisan support. In fact, the legislation builds on our FUTURE Act legislation, which President Trump signed into law.\n\nUnfortunately, the most recent major funding package for HBCUs and MSIs \u2014 a proposed $3 billion \u2014 was also part of the stalled Build Back Better bill. This is our last, best chance to pass the IGNITE Act and fulfill our promises to the American people.\n\nThe full piece is available at TheHill.com.\n\nCongresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. represents North Carolina's 12th Congressional District (Charlotte, Mecklenburg County) and serves as vice chair of the House Agriculture Committee. Additionally, she serves on the House Financial Services Committee and the House Education & Labor Committee, where she serves as Chair of the Workforce Protections Subcommittee. In 2015, Rep. Adams co-founded the first Bipartisan HBCU Caucus in Congress. She is a graduate of North Carolina A&T State University, one of the 1890s institutions.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-co-chair-congressional-academic-medicine-caucus", "Murphy to Co-Chair Congressional Academic Medicine Caucus", "2022-12-12", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Gregory F. Murphy", "M001210", "murphy.house.gov", "murphy", "https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Reps. Greg Murphy, M.D. (R-NC) and Kathy Castor (D-FL) announced that Rep. Murphy will serve as the Republican co-chair of the Congressional Academic Medicine Caucus (CAMC) for the 118th Congress. Established in 2009, CAMC is a bipartisan group of lawmakers that promotes academic medicine in congressional policy discussions to ensure a healthier future for all Americans.\n\n\u201cI\u2019m honored to have the opportunity to lead the Congressional Academic Medicine Caucus alongside my colleague, Kathy Castor,\u201d said Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (R-NC). \u201cI have been a physician and Professor of Surgery for more than 30 years. It is therefore such a privilege to help inform my fellow Members of Congress and the American people on the essential role that America\u2019s medical schools, teaching hospitals, and faculty physicians play in improving our nation\u2019s health outcomes. American medical innovation, science, and technology are driving unprecedented achievements in the research and development of lifesaving cures. I look forward to engaging in serious and productive conversations regarding the academic medicine community and the patients they serve.\u201d\n\n\u201cI am looking forward to continuing to lead the Congressional Academic Medicine Caucus with my new Co-Chair, Rep. Greg Murphy, in the 118th Congress,\u201d said Rep. Kathy Castor (D-FL). \u201cSince I was elected to Congress, I have worked to address the physician shortage and lift up the training, research and partnerships in academic medicine. Our bipartisan caucus was created to educate members of Congress and their staff on the critical, multi-faceted role of medical schools, teaching hospitals, and faculty physicians in improving our nation\u2019s health. In Florida\u2019s 14th Congressional District, I have witnessed firsthand the value of the University of South Florida\u2019s Morsani College of Medicine, Tampa General Hospital, and the James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital that are tireless in teaching and training the next generation of medical professionals. They have been a godsend as we grapple with various health crises like the Covid19 pandemic and the children\u2019s mental health emergency. The impact of academic medical centers on our health system is undeniable, and I look forward to helping them continue to grow and provide quality health care to our neighbors in the upcoming Congress.\u201d\n\n\u201cAcademic medicine is inextricably connected to the health of patients, families, and communities, nationwide,\u201d said Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) President and CEO David J. Skorton, M.D. \u201cThe AAMC thanks Reps. Murphy and Castor for re-launching the Congressional Academic Medicine Caucus and serving as its co-chairs. We look forward to working with them to grow the bipartisan membership of the Caucus and highlighting the patient care, health professions training, groundbreaking research, and community collaborations at medical schools and teaching hospitals across the country.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-announces-senior-staff", "Hudson Announces Senior Staff", "2022-12-09", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Richard Hudson", "H001067", "hudson.house.gov", "hudson", "https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC) announced today new senior staff positions in his Washington, DC and North Carolina offices.\n\nChief of Staff Billy Constangy has been promoted to leadership chief of staff. Constangy, who has worked for Rep. Hudson since 2017, will take on the role following Hudson\u2019s election to a new position in House Republican leadership that places Hudson fourth in line to the Speaker.\n\nBefore serving as chief of staff, Constangy was Hudson\u2019s district director from 2017-2020. Prior to joining Hudson, Constangy served as a senior staff member under former Gov. Pat McCrory (R-NC) from 2011-2016, and campaign manager and finance director under former Rep. Sue Myrick (NC-09) from 2006-2012. Constangy is a native of Charlotte, NC and is a graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill.\n\nElliott Guffin has replaced Constangy as Hudson\u2019s chief of staff. Guffin has worked for Hudson since 2016, serving as staff assistant, legislative correspondent, legislative assistant, and most recently as legislative director. He is a native of Jackson, MS and graduate of the University of Mississippi.\n\nMolly (Brimmer) Lolli has replaced Guffin as legislative director. Lolli has worked for Hudson since 2021, most recently serving as senior health policy advisor. She is a native of Annapolis, MD and previously studied at Catawba College in Salisbury, NC before graduating from the University of Maryland College Park and earning a Juris Doctorate at the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law.\n\nGeorgia Lozier has been named deputy chief of staff based in Hudson\u2019s district office in Southern Pines, NC. Lozier, most recently district director, has worked for the District since 2009. Prior to working for Hudson, she worked for former Democratic Rep. Larry Kissell (NC-08) and is a native of Kannapolis, NC. Based in Southern Pines, Lozier will also continue overseeing a district office in Fayetteville, NC and managing district operations.\n\n\"I am fortunate to have an incredible leadership team and staff focused on serving the people of North Carolina,\" said Rep. Hudson. \"It is an honor to have been elected to take on a new role in House Republican leadership next Congress, but my primary focus will remain serving the people in my District. I know Billy, Elliott, Molly, and Georgia are incredibly talented and each have a heart for service. Their leadership will enable me to stay focused on the needs of the people I represent.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-co-chair-gop-doctors-caucus-118th-congress", "Murphy to Co-Chair GOP Doctors Caucus for 118th Congress", "2022-12-09", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Gregory F. Murphy", "M001210", "murphy.house.gov", "murphy", "https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013This week, the GOP Doctors Caucus elected Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. as a new Co-Chair for the 118th Congress. Congressman Andy Harris, M.D. will complete his 4-year term at the end of the 117th Congress. Congressman Brad Wenstrup, D.P.M. and Congressman Michael Burgess, M.D. will remain as Co-Chairs in the 118th Congress.\n\n\"As a practicing surgeon of more than 30 years, it\u2019s a true honor to have the opportunity to serve as co-chair of the GOP Doctors Caucus,\" said Congressman Murphy, M.D. \"It\u2019s critical that physicians have a seat at the table as we work to enact meaningful patient-focused health care policy in America. I look forward to co-leading our GOP Doctors Caucus colleagues to improve our health care system, lower costs, and increase patient access to quality, affordable care.\"\n\n\"It was an honor serving as Co-Chair of the Doctors Caucus. I know Dr. Murphy will be an excellent addition as we move to the next Congress and address the many issues confronting physicians, providers, and patients,\" said Congressman Harris, M.D.\n\n\"I want to thank Dr. Harris for having worked diligently with Dr. Burgess and me as Co-Chairs and I look forward to having Dr. Murphy fill that role. The Doctors Caucus will continue working to utilize our diverse medical backgrounds to develop patient centered health policy, lower drug prices, empower patients to access the latest innovations and treatments, and enhance the physician-patient relationship,\" said Congressman Wenstrup, D.P.M. \"I have had the privilege to serve in the GOP Doctors Caucus since I came to Congress, and I am looking forward to continuing my service as a Co-Chair in the 118th Congress.\"\n\n\"The Doctors Caucus provides crucial insight into America\u2019s health policy. It has been an honor to serve as co-chair for the past 2 years and I look forward to serving my fellow doctors again next Congress. Congratulations to my friend, Dr. Murphy who will serve as a co-chair in the 118th Congress. I look forward to the leadership and insight he will bring to the caucus. I want to thank Dr. Harris for his service as co-chair of our caucus and am grateful that he will continue to be a leading voice in the caucus and in health policy moving forward,\" said Congressman Burgess, M.D.\n\nBackground:\n\nRep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (R-NC) is a member of the House Ways and Means Committee and a practicing urological surgeon of more than 30 years. When he is not serving his constituents in Washington, D.C., Dr. Murphy still sees patients a few times a month at Vidant Medical Center, a 1,000-bed level 1 Trauma Center serving 29 counties in Eastern North Carolina.\n\nBefore entering public office, he served for three years as Chief of Staff of the Vidant Medical Center. Dr. Murphy has traveled extensively as a medical missionary over the last 35 years to Third World Countries including India, several parts of Africa, Nicaragua, and Haiti to care for at-risk patients in times of need.\n\nThe GOP Doctors Caucus is comprised of 18 health care providers serving in Congress who utilize their medical expertise and backgrounds to develop patient-centered health care policy. Its members include those in the fields of general practice, cardiothoracic surgery, anesthesiology, podiatry, obstetrics and gynecology, dentistry, pharmacy, dermatology, urology, and emergency medicine.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/congresswoman-ross-named-democratic-whip-katherine-clarks-whip-team-118th", "Congresswoman Ross Named to Democratic Whip Katherine Clark\u2019s Whip Team for 118th Congress", "2022-12-09", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Assistant Speaker and incoming Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) announced the Chief Deputy Whips for the 118th Congress. Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) is among ten members who will join the team in 2023.\n\n\u201cI am honored to be a Chief Deputy Whip in the 118th Congress among a fantastic group of colleagues,\u201d said Ross. \u201cUnder the experienced leadership of our incoming Democratic Whip Katherine Clark, we are ready to deliver results for the American people, work across the aisle where we can, and fight against extremist policies.\u201d\n\n\"I am proud to announce the 118th Congress Chief Deputy Whip team that will work on behalf of the American people to secure opportunity and justice for all,\u201d said Clark. \u201cOur Chief Deputy Whips represent the incredible diversity of experience and perspectives that embody the House Democratic Caucus. Unified in our mission, we will harness the strength of House Democrats to advance the needs of working families and defeat the Republican extremist agenda.\u201d\n\nThe Chief Deputy Whips for the 118th Congress are:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-alma-adams-votes-enshrine-marriage-equality-under-federal-law", "Rep. Alma Adams Votes to Enshrine Marriage Equality Under Federal Law", "2022-12-08", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Alma S. Adams", "A000370", "adams.house.gov", "adams", "https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 8, 2022) \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) voted to send the Respect for Marriage Act to President Biden\u2019s desk. This landmark legislation defends marriage equality by officially repealing the bigoted and unconstitutional \u201cDefense of Marriage Act\u201d (DOMA), upholding couples\u2019 right to equal protection under federal law, and requiring states to recognize valid out-of-state marriages.\n\n\u201cToday, I proudly voted for marriage equality. Our Democratic Congress is fighting to honor the dignity and equality of every American,\u201d said Rep. Adams. \u201cThe Respect for Marriage Act sends a clear signal that hate and bigotry have no place in our public square, or our government institutions. This bill will uphold marriage equality under federal law by ending DOMA, enshrining same-sex and mixed-race married couples\u2019 14th Amendment right to equal protection, and barring rogue officials from invalidating out-of-state marriages. While we still have a ways to go to protect the health, safety, and dignity of all LGBTQ Americans, this is a major step forward. As the Dobbs decision has shown us, we can\u2019t sleep on Equality.\u201d\n\nBackground\n\nSince the Republican-appointed Supreme Court\u2019s deeply unpopular Dobbs decision, state-level Republicans across the country have set their sights on other basic personal freedoms. In his concurring opinion, Associate Justice Clarence Thomas explicitly called for the Court to reconsider its Obergefell decision upholding marriage equality.\n\nThe Respect for Marriage Act will take several steps to protect the inviolability of same-sex and interracial marriages:\n\nRepealing the \u201cDefense of Marriage Act\u201d: While the Supreme Court has effectively voided DOMA, this unconstitutional and discriminatory federal law still remains on the books. The Respect for Marriage Act will repeal this statute once and for all.\n\nEnshrining Marriage Equality Into Federal Law: This legislation will uphold married couples\u2019 right to equal protection in all areas covered under federal law, such as Social Security, tax filings and veterans\u2019 benefits.\n\nBarring Discrimination By State Officials: This legislation prohibits state officials from denying recognition of an out-of-state marriage on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity or national origin.\n\nPreviously passed by the House earlier this year, the Respect for Marriage Act was amended and advanced by the Senate last week. With today\u2019s vote in the House, the final bill now heads to the President\u2019s desk for his signature.\n\nThe Respect for Marriage Act is strongly supported by leading advocacy organizations, including the ACLU, Center for American Progress, Equality Federation, Family Equality, Freedom for All Americans, GLAD, Human Rights Campaign, Lambda Legal, National Black Justice Coalition, National Center for Lesbian Rights, National Women\u2019s Law Center and PFLAG.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=400093", "Foxx Lauds Passage of The National Defense Authorization Act", "2022-12-08", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Virginia Foxx", "F000450", "foxx.house.gov", "foxx", "https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Today, Representative Virginia Foxx (R-NC) issued the following statement after the House passed the James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023:\n\n\u201cThe federal government\u2019s primary role is to ensure the continued safety and security of the American people. Today, the People\u2019s House fulfilled that solemn role by reauthorizing and bolstering our national defense on a bipartisan basis. Our nation\u2019s armed forces deserve nothing less than robust support.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-secures-gains-for-troops-military-families-in-annual-defense-bill", "Hudson Secures Gains for Troops, Military Families in Annual Defense Bill", "2022-12-08", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Richard Hudson", "H001067", "hudson.house.gov", "hudson", "https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC), Fort Bragg's Congressman, secured numerous provisions for bolstering our nation's defense capabilities and improving the quality of life of military servicemembers and their families as part of the FY23 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).\n\n\"As Fort Bragg\u2019s Congressman, supporting our troops, their families, and veterans is a top priority. This defense bill provides needed investments for Fort Bragg and military families, while also ensuring our military is free of needless measures that undermine recruitment, readiness, and the freedoms of our military servicemembers,\" said Rep. Hudson. \"I will always work to support our troops and their families, as well as to protect our fundamental rights as Americans.\"\n\nRep. Hudson supported the legislation, which passed the U.S. House of Representatives today by a vote of 350-80. The bill must now be passed by the U.S. Senate before being signed into law.\n\nRep. Hudson worked to secure multiple provisions in the House-passed NDAA, including an end to COVID-19 vaccine mandates, funding for construction projects at Fort Bragg, and increased support for troops and families. Read more about these provisions below.\n\nRepresentative Hudson's Priorities Secured in the NDAA\n\nCOVID-19 Vaccine Mandate Ended\n\nRescinds the COVID-19 vaccine mandate and ends servicemember separations for failure to take the COVID-19 vaccine.\n\nRep. Hudson is a cosponsor of H.R. 3860 to prohibit the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. In July, Hudson also led efforts with Rep. Greg Murphy (R-NC) urging President Biden to repeal the policy. In September, Hudson also demanded answers from the Defense Department about the mandate\u2019s impact on military readiness.\n\nServicemember Pay Raises and Benefits\n\nSupports a 4.6% pay increase for servicemembers.\n\nIncludes $500 million for additional housing allowances to counteract the skyrocketing cost of rent on military families.\n\nAuthorizes an additional $250 million to reduce costs of food and other necessities at military commissaries.\n\nExpands eligibility for Basic Needs Allowance for low-income servicemembers supporting a family.\n\nExpands access to mental health services and suicide prevention programs for servicemembers.\n\nSupport for Military Families\n\nReinforces that parents of children attending DoD schools have the right to review curriculum, instructional materials, and disciplinary policies.\n\nAuthorizes $50 million for Impact Aid assistance to local schools with military dependent students, including $20 million to offset the costs of servicemember children with severe disabilities.\n\nPermanently authorizes reimbursement of spouse professional relicensing fees due to servicemember change of station.\n\nExtends authority to offer military families childcare discounts at DoD childcare facilities.\n\nRequires an Independent analysis of TRICARE\u2019s Autism Care Demonstration Program.\n\nFort Bragg Military Construction\n\nAuthorizes over $80 million in Military Construction funding for Fort Bragg.\n\nIncludes $11 million in school modernization projects at Fort Bragg.\n\n$3.6 million for a new Child Development Center, funding Rep. Hudson proposed and secured through the appropriations process.\n\n$7.5 million for Albritton Middle School.\n\nAddresses Sexual Assault Prevention\n\nPlaces sexual harassment and other offenses under the jurisdiction of the Special Trial Counsel.\n\nRequires independent trained investigators outside of the immediate chain of command to investigate claims of sexual harassment, building on legislation introduced by Rep. Hudson.\n\nUkraine Assistance Accountability\n\nRequires the DoD, State Department, and USAID Inspector Generals to regularly carry out comprehensive reviews and audits of assistance provided to Ukraine.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-votes-yes-ndaa-announces-190-million-eastern-north-carolina", "Murphy Votes YES on NDAA, Announces $190 Million for Eastern North Carolina", "2022-12-08", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Gregory F. Murphy", "M001210", "murphy.house.gov", "murphy", "https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (R-NC) released the following statement after voting \u201cYES\u201d on final passage of the FY2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The bipartisan defense bill authorizes $858 billion in national defense discretionary programs, including over $190 million dollars for military construction projects at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, Marine Corps Air Station New River, and Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune.\n\n\"This year\u2019s NDAA is full of fantastic victories for our military-heavy district,\u201d said Rep. Murphy. \u201cThis comprehensive package fully funds our national defense, authorizes $190 million dollars for Eastern North Carolina military bases, includes a 4.6 percent pay increase for our troops, and finally repeals the COVID-19 vaccine mandate for service members. The bill also includes $500 million for additional housing allowances and $250 million for military commissaries \u2013 both of which are essential during a time of record inflation.\u201d\n\n\u201cOur military and veteran community is a pillar of who we are in Eastern North Carolina, and I will always fight to ensure our U.S. Armed Forces have the resources they need to defend our great nation. I am confident that the NDAA will help protect our valiant service members, deter our adversaries, and ultimately strengthen our national defense,\u201d Murphy concluded.\n\nThird District Victories | By the Numbers:\n\n4.6% PAY INCREASE for service members.\n\n$500 MILLION for additional housing allowances.\n\n$250 MILLION to reduce the cost of food and other necessities at military commissaries.\n\n$47.8 MILLION for a regional Communications Station at Hadnot Point, Camp Lejeune.\n\n$6.6 MILLION for Schools Modernization planning and design at Camp Lejeune.\n\n$21 MILLION for an Aircraft Maintenance Hangar at MCAS, Cherry Point.\n\n$38.4 MILLION for a CH-53K Gearbox Repair and Test Facility at MCAS, Cherry Point.\n\n$58 MILLION for F-35 Flightline Utility Modernization (Phase 2) at MCAS, Cherry Point.\n\n$21 MILLION for Three Module Type II Hangar at MCAS, New River.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/congresswoman-ross-votes-protect-marriage-equality", "Congresswoman Ross Votes to Protect Marriage Equality", "2022-12-08", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) helped pass the Respect for Marriage Act, bipartisan legislation to uphold same-sex and interracial marriage under federal law and finally repeal the unconstitutional Defense of Marriage Act. The legislation follows Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas\u2019 concurring opinion in the Dobbs case in which he argued that the Court should revisit Obergefell v. Hodges and Loving v. Virginia.\n\n\u201cWhile it\u2019s disappointing that we need to pass this legislation in 2022, I\u2019m proud that Congress has rejected hate and worked across party lines to protect marriage equality across the country,\u201d said Congresswoman Ross. \u201cWe are stronger as a nation when every American is free to marry the person they love.\n\n\u201cThe conservative majority on the Supreme Court invited a challenge to marriage equality, and Congress was compelled to act to protect this fundamental right. The passage of this bill marks an historic step forward, but it\u2019s clear we must do more to protect the LGBTQ+ community in North Carolina and nationwide.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-cms-proposed-rule-prior-authorization-step-right-direction", "Murphy on CMS Proposed Rule on Prior Authorization: \u201cStep in Right Direction\u201d", "2022-12-07", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Gregory F. Murphy", "M001210", "murphy.house.gov", "murphy", "https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03), a urological surgeon and member of the House Ways and Means Committee, issued a statement regarding the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released proposed ruleto enhance the coordination of care between providers, improve transparency surrounding insurer practices, and streamline prior authorizations. The rule closely aligns with the Improving Seniors\u2019 Timely Access to Care Act which passed the U.S. House of Representatives with overwhelming support in September 2022.\n\n\u201cThis rule is a step in the right direction, and a true win for health care providers and patients across the nation,\u201d said Rep. Murphy. \u201cAs a practicing surgeon, I cannot tell you how many times I have been forced to delay critical patient care because of a broken bureaucratic process that limits physicians\u2019 resources, harms patients, and only benefits insurance companies. I am often at odds with many rules that CMS puts out but, in this case, this is the government working well for patient care. I hope that if this rule is enacted, our nation\u2019s insurance companies will comply with the regulations.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis CMS proposed rule makes overdue improvements to prior authorization, but Congress must do more to allow for real time decision-making among physicians. The Improving Seniors\u2019 Timely Access to Care Act would do just that by establishing an electronic prior authorization program for Medicare Advantage (MA) plans to allow for rapid coordination of patient needs among providers, streamline care, and improve patient access to medical services and treatments. More must be done to eliminate the burden of red tape in medicine and elevate health care outcomes for seniors, and I urge my colleagues to pass the Improving Seniors\u2019 Timely Access to Care Act this year,\u201d Murphy concluded.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-statement-repeal-covid-19-vaccine-mandate-ndaa", "Murphy Statement on Repeal of COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate in NDAA", "2022-12-07", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Gregory F. Murphy", "M001210", "murphy.house.gov", "murphy", "https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03), the proud representative of over 50,000 active duty servicemembers and 89,000 veterans in Eastern North Carolina, released a statement regarding the elimination of the COVID-19 vaccine mandate in the FY2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). At the direction of the Biden Administration, the Department of Defense (DOD) has discharged 3,300 Marines, 1,800 soldiers, 1,800 sailors, and 900 airmen for refusing to get the COVID-19 vaccine.\n\n\u201cFor almost two years, we have been fighting to repeal the vaccine mandate for active service members. It has had devastating consequences on the retention and recruitment of America\u2019s finest warfighters,\u201d said Rep. Murphy. \u201cWhile as a physician I realize the importance of having our forces healthy to defend this nation, it is unconscionable that members of our military, many of whom have served valiantly for years, have been forced out despite medical and religious reasons for not wanting to be vaccinated.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe impact of the Biden Administration\u2019s vaccine mandate has been far reaching, as the Army and Navy missed their recruitment goals in 2022. While this repeal will bring relief to many in our U.S. Armed Forces, we must go further to reenlist those who were discharged for not taking the vaccine and hold the Biden Administration accountable for this damaging, politically targeted ploy at the expense of America\u2019s heroes,\u201d Murphy concluded.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/congresswoman-ross-statement-after-oral-arguments-moore-v-harper", "Congresswoman Ross Statement After Oral Arguments for Moore v. Harper", "2022-12-07", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) attended oral arguments as the Supreme Court heard Moore v. Harper and released the following statement:\n\n\u201cThis is the bottom line: Moore v. Harper puts in jeopardy the future of free and fair elections \u2013 not just in my home state of North Carolina, but in every single state. The notion that state legislatures should be immune from judicial oversight of state election law is antithetical to the fundamental promise of our democracy. The arguments I heard today only reinforce this belief. I believe our democracy is worth fighting for.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/12/tillis-announces-4-3-million-dollar-grant-to-expand-asheville-airport", "Tillis Announces $4.3 Million Dollar Grant to Expand Asheville Airport", "2022-12-07", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) announced the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Federal Aviation Administration awarded the Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority a $4.3 million grant for terminal expansion. Funding for this grant comes from the Bipartisan Infrastructure and Jobs Act that Senator Tillis helped negotiate and pass into law.\n\n\u201cAir travel continues to grow and North Carolina airports need continued expansion to keep up with demand,\u201d said Senator Tillis. \u201cThis grant will go a long way in helping the Asheville Airport expand its terminal for a smoother and more efficient experience and I was proud have helped negotiate and pass the bipartisan infrastructure bill that will make this project happen.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-highlights-resources-for-those-affected-by-moore-county-power-outage-attack", "Hudson Highlights Resources for Those Affected by Moore County Power Outage Attack", "2022-12-06", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Richard Hudson", "H001067", "hudson.house.gov", "hudson", "https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Southern Pines, NC - U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC) has compiled a listof emergency resources available to those affected by the ongoing power outage in Moore County following an intentional attack on several substations Saturday.\n\n\"Moore County continues to suffer from Saturday's reprehensible attack, but we are resilient,\" said Rep. Hudson. \"Examples of neighbor helping neighbor show the strength of our community. I thank all law enforcement, utility workers, first responders, health care providers, and businesses working to support Moore County. As the investigation proceeds to bring those responsible to justice, I will continue to help direct resources to those in need.\"\n\nAs families, businesses, health care providers, and schools in Moore County continue to endure the effects of the county-wide blackout, Rep. Hudson has taken efforts to direct the public toward resources and services available to help mitigate the effects of this crisis. This list is updated on a daily basis and consists of resources from both public and private entities.\n\nRep. Hudson has remained in constant contact with federal, state, and local officials in order to help expedite service delivery and keep the public up-to-date on the ongoing situation. On Monday, Rep. Hudson also received a briefing from Duke Energy on the status of substation repairs.\n\nA state of emergency has been issued for Moore County and a curfew is in effect from 9pm until 5am while this order is in effect. Local EMS and fire services are running as normal, and Moore Regional Hospital is operating normally using generators.\n\nFor those in need, a shelter has been opened at the Moore County Sports Complex located at 155 Hillcrest Park Ln. in Carthage. Folks can call 910-947-6317 for transportation to the shelter or with other questions.\n\nA list of additional resources is provided below, and continually updated on Hudson's website here.\n\nResources from Moore County Public Safety and Sandhills Sentinel (These will be updated daily):\n\nMoore County Schools are closed Tuesday, December 6th.\n\nSouthern Pines Police Department at 450 W. Pennsylvania Ave. has opened its C. Michael Haney Community Room to the public for charging electronic devices.\n\nThe Southern Pines Public Library will be open 10am-4pm Tuesday with power but no internet.\n\nMoore County campuses of Sandhills Community College will be closed Tuesday.\n\nThe First Baptist Church in Pinehurst will be providing 300 meals tonight beginning at 6:00 p.m. The church is located at 7373 NC Hwy 211, West End. The church does have power, along with the availability of a shower trailer and a laundry unit.\n\nThe Sandhills Baptist Association located at 5254 US Hwy 15-501 in Carthage is open and available for any device charging needs.\n\nThe First Baptist Church of Aberdeen located at 700 North Sandhills Blvd in Aberdeen has shower and a laundry unit available as well.\n\nGrace Church Southern Pines will have lunch, hot drinks, and charging stations. They will have doors open Tuesday 12 p.m. until 2 p.m.\n\nNew Covenant Fellowship in Carthage will have soup and sandwiches tomorrow beginning at 12 p.m.\n\nYates Thagard Baptist Church in Whispering Pines will offer an authentic Mexican dinner for Church family and the community. They will begin serving food at 5 p.m. until it is gone.\n\nRoseland United Methodist Church located at 181 Roseridge Rd. will be open from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. You can charge phones, access internet, and free coffee.\n\nPinehurst Fire Station 91, located at 405 Magnolia Road will be open to the public to charge electronic devices, Monday \u2013 Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.\n\nCrains Creek Fire Department will have a hotdog vendor at 12 p.m. They will be giving hotdogs for lunch to those without power in the neighborhood. At 5 p.m. they will be serving rice and chicken gumbo.\n\nDowd Contracting and squared away clean out services will be serving hotdogs and baked beans in the area between the McDonalds and John Deere store in Carthage 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. They will also have the dump trailer there for you to bring all of your food that needs to be tossed!\n\nRockFish Church of Aberdeen will be open daily until power is restored at 12 p.m. they will have lunch, wifi, work areas, and charging stations.\n\nCentral Electric will have a group at Cypress Point Fire and Rescue in Vass serving breakfast at 9 a.m.\n\nThe Pineapple plug will be at Piggly Wiggly in Vass from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. tomorrow giving away hamburgers, hotdogs, and water while supplies last.\n\nThe Yellow Bird will be giving out FREE chicken sandwiches, burgers and chili to Moore county residents from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m.\n\nBig Erv BBQ & 910 Sweets The Neighborhood Pit Stop, LLC will be set up at the Sandhills community college Tuesday with discounted meals.\n\nMoore County has shower trailers set up at the Moore County Sports Complex shelter location for anyone who needs a hot shower. Hours of operation for showers are 8am - 4pm. A hot meal will also be served Tuesday from 12 - 2:30pm. (155 Hillcrest Park Ln., Carthage, NC 28327)\n\n*The showers and meals are located in the rear parking lot of the gymnasium. There will be signs posted.\n\nThere are other locations available for showers and Laundry as well. The hours for those are 7am - 7pm:\n\nSandhills Baptist Association\n\n5254 US 15-501, Carthage, NC 28327\n\n*This unit will be set up by 11am today.\n\nFirst Baptist Church of Aberdeen\n\n700 N. Sandhills Blvd., Aberdeen, NC 28315\n\nFirst Baptist Church of Pinehurst\n\n7373 NC 211 Hwy, West End, NC 27376\n\nMeals will be distributed Tuesday at the following locations between the hours of 12pm - 2:30pm:\n\n503 N. Sandhills Blvd., Aberdeen, NC 28315\n\nMoore County Sports Complex\n\n155 Hillcrest Park Ln., Carthage, NC 28327\n\nSouthern Pines Fire Station 82\n\n7850 NC 22 Hwy, Carthage, NC 28327\n\nIn response to extensive power outages affecting Moore County, North Carolina, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) is allowing early prescription refills through December 9 to ensure that customers have access to the prescription drugs they need.\n\nThis action is in effect for Moore County following the Moore County Board of Commissioners declaration of a state of emergency. Early prescription refills are available to customers in every municipality within Moore County, including Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen, Robbins, Carthage, Vass, Cameron, Taylortown, Pinebluff, Foxfire, Whispering Pines and all areas within the unincorporated Moore County through December 9.\n\nMembers with questions about their coverage may log in to their self-service portal at blueconnectnc.com to send a secure message or contact the customer service number on the back of their Blue Cross NC ID card. The early prescription refill policy does not apply to controlled substances. As the power outage continues, Blue Cross NC will continue to update customers through the company\u2019s social media channels.\n\nPlease remember: Blue Cross NC always advises members to go to their nearest hospital during an emergency.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-introduces-bill-protect-essential-workers-wage-garnishment", "Adams Introduces Bill to Protect Essential Workers from Wage Garnishment", "2022-12-05", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Alma S. Adams", "A000370", "adams.house.gov", "adams", "https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON (December 5, 2022) \u2013 Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) has introduced the Protecting Wages of Essential Workers Act of 2022. The Protecting Wages Act will protect $1,000 or 75 percent, whichever is greater, of take-home earnings per week from seizure and index that net amount annually based on inflation.\n\nText of the bill is available here.\n\n\u201cWage garnishment can push a family into poverty when they\u2019re struggling to make ends meet,\u201d said Adams. \u201cThe Protecting Wages Act will give families more time to pay their debts, while helping small businesses. An essential worker shouldn\u2019t have to go hungry or even be fired because their wages are being garnished, and a small business owner shouldn\u2019t have to act as both employer and debt collector. The Protecting Wages Act takes a big step forward by addressing wage garnishment\u2019s most predatory effects.\u201d\n\nAdams serves as chair of the House Education & Labor Committee\u2019s Subcommittee on Workforce Protection.\n\nThe legislation is endorsed by both the Center for Responsible Lending and the National Consumer Law Center (on behalf of its low-income clients).\n\n\u201cSystematic racism continues to play a role in perpetuating cycles of poverty in communities of color,\u201d said Lucia Mattox, director of western states outreach and senior policy associate at the Center for Responsible Lending (CRL). \u201cPeople of color are more likely to be contacted by debt collectors and to be impacted by lawsuits resulting in wage garnishment. Until we modernize federal law to improve protections for consumers, the racial wealth gap will continue to deepen, and Americans will continue struggling to pay for necessities like food, rent and childcare.\"\n\n\u201cDebt collectors should not be allowed to push working people into poverty or grab the funds people need for necessities to support their families,\u201d said Michael Best, staff attorney at NCLC. \u201cDebt collectors also can\u2019t be allowed to take us back to the days of debtors\u2019 prisons.\u201d\n\nBackground\n\nFor decades, federal law has protected a base amount from wage garnishment so that families are not reduced to poverty. But these protections are tied to a minimum wage that does not reflect a living wage and has not kept up with inflation. As a result, only $217.50/week of net wages are completely protected from garnishment. For the 63% of Americans living paycheck to paycheck, a wage seizure is a catastrophe that will force people to choose between medicine and food, rent and/or a car payment.\n\nThe Protecting Wages Act will protect $1,000 or 75 percent, whichever is greater, of take-home earnings per week from seizure and index that net amount annually based on inflation. It raises the federal floor of protections, leaving states free to protect even more of their citizens\u2019 wages or prohibit wage seizure for consumer debts entirely. The $1,000 amount to be protected is based on an analysis by the Center for Responsible Lending determining what is closest to a living wage for a family of two across disparate states, though it may still be inadequate to protect a living wage in high-cost states like New York.\n\nIn addition to protecting families that are trying to care for their children, the Protecting Wages Act will also help business owners who must deal with the administrative hassles of wage garnishment and are having difficulty filling jobs. As the ADP Research Institute noted:\n\n\u201cEven as employees are confronted by the stress of having their wages garnished, their employers are saddled with the compliance burden and stress of managing those wage garnishments. Employers that fail to comply with garnishment orders can face costly penalties. In some jurisdictions, the employer can even be held liable for the full amount of an employee\u2019s judgment.\u201d\n\nWith more wages protected, employers will have fewer garnishment orders to administer, and more of the wages they pay will reach the frontline workers they are trying to retain. Small business owners shouldn\u2019t be forced to act as debt collectors for major corporations.\n\nThe bill will also prevent people from being fired for having multiple wage seizures and prohibit debt collectors from threatening people in debt with jail time if they don\u2019t pay.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-alma-adams-announces-spring-2023-media-internship-program", "Rep. Alma Adams Announces Spring 2023 Media Internship Program", "2022-12-05", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Alma S. Adams", "A000370", "adams.house.gov", "adams", "https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 5, 2022) \u2013 Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) is excited to announce one internship opportunity in her Washington, D.C. office as well as one internship opportunity in her Charlotte, N.C. office for the Spring 2023 semester. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately; applications close on Friday, December 16, 2022. This internship includes a monthly stipend for eligible candidates.\n\n\"As a forty-year educator and a public servant for over three decades, I am committed to empowering current students and recent graduates to give them the real-world experience they need to succeed,\" said Rep. Adams. \"Our office is excited to give the next generation of leaders the opportunity to serve their community and their country as interns in the United States Congress.\"\n\nSpring Media Interns for Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12)\n\nCongresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D.'s Charlotte Office and Washington, D.C. Office are seeking motivated, creative, and energetic media interns for the upcoming Spring 2023 semester. Qualified candidates will have strong written and social media skills, graphic design, and video editing experience. Exceptional judgement, discernment, and discretion is required.\n\nResponsibilities include, but are not limited to:\n\nCompiling press clips\n\nDrafting social media campaigns\n\nAssisting with editing videos\n\nAssisting the Communications Director with drafting press releases and other written materials\n\nResearch and compiling reports on press and social media, and\n\nAdministrative work as needed, including answering phones\n\nStaffing the Member of Congress at public events\n\nThis internship is based in either the Charlotte, N.C. office or the Washington, DC office and is open to college students and recent graduates. Hours are flexible to accommodate students' course schedules, but generally run from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. when Congress is in session and from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. when not in session. If eligible, this internship includes a monthly stipend.\n\nTo apply, please send a cover letter, resume and writing sample to sam.spencer@mail.house.gov with the subject line \"Spring Media Internship Application \u2013 Charlotte Office\" OR \"Spring Media Internship Application \u2013 Washington, D.C. Office\" no later than close of business on Friday, December 16, 2022. Applicants should be able to successfully complete a timed writing test during the application process. The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, military status, age, marital status, or parental status.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-champions-first-amendment-rights-annual-campus-free-speech-roundtable", "Murphy Champions First Amendment Rights at Annual Campus Free Speech Roundtable", "2022-12-05", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Gregory F. Murphy", "M001210", "murphy.house.gov", "murphy", "https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Reps. Greg Murphy, M.D., Virginia Foxx, Kat Cammack, Burgess Owens, and Mariannette Miller-Meeks held the second annual Congressional Campus Free Speech Roundtable in the U.S. Capitol. The event brought together leaders from the Young America\u2019s Foundation (YAF), the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE), current college students, and members of the Alumni Free Speech Alliance (AFSA) to discuss First Amendment concerns in post-secondary education.\n\nVideo playback of the event can be found HERE.\n\n\u201cNow that the American people have entrusted Republicans with the House majority, it\u2019s more important than ever that we make First Amendment protections a top priority,\u201d said Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (R-NC). \u201cI was proud to lead today\u2019s roundtable event to outline free speech concerns among students, faculty, stakeholders, and alumni in higher education, and discuss how Congress can help safeguard students\u2019 First Amendment rights on college and university campuses. The free exchange of ideas is the hallmark of a post-secondary education, and I look forward to working with my colleagues to protect the freedom of speech for generations of students to come.\u201d\n\n\u201cIt was an honor to join Rep. Murphy for his second Campus Free Speech Roundtable and I appreciate his dedication to protecting our First Amendment rights,\u201d said Education and Labor Committee Republican Leader Virginia Foxx (R-NC). \u201cAs a former educator, I made it a point to help students learn how to think\u2014not what to think. Unfortunately, too many colleges and universities now care more about creating conformity of thought instead of promoting freedom of thought. However, I was encouraged to hear from the brave students and others on the frontlines of this fight and I look forward to working with these free-speech warriors in the coming Congress.\u201d\n\n\u201cThanks to Dr. Murphy and my colleagues and other attendees for their participation this morning,\u201d said Rep. Kat Cammack (R-FL). \u201cThe issue of free speech on college campuses is one of the most important of our time, and something that should be at the forefront of lawmakers\u2019 minds as we head into the 118th Congress. As one of the co-chairs of the Campus Free Speech Caucus, we\u2019re taking this mission to the next level and encouraging colleagues to have the important discussions with the schools in their districts about what they\u2019re doing to defend and protect this First Amendment Right.\u201d\n\n\u201cTo develop their critical thinking skills, students must be presented with a variety of opinions\u2014particularly ones that differ from their own. Unfortunately, we\u2019re seeing the opposite approach on many college and university campuses,\u201d said Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA). \u201cI was pleased to join Representative Greg Murphy this morning to reiterate the importance of protecting free speech on our school campuses.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe freedom of speech is a fundamental Constitutional right,\u201d said Rep. Burgess Owens (R-UT). \u201cOpen and intellectually stimulating dialogue in education is essential for fostering an environment where students can learn and thrive. I was proud to join my colleagues for a Campus Free Speech roundtable to hear directly from students and alumni as we work hand-in-hand to protect the First Amendment on America's college and university campuses.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs the principal outreach organization of the Conservative Movement, Young America\u2019s Foundation is proud to continue partnership with our allies in Congress in the fight for campus free speech,\u201d said Karalee Geis, Director of Capitol Outreach, YAF. \u201cHearing from YAF student activists first-hand\u2014 both past and present, was instrumental in today\u2019s conversation.\u201d\n\n\u201cYoung America\u2019s Foundation is grateful for the leadership of Congressman Murphy and the Campus Free Speech Caucus in defending the First Amendment rights of students nationwide,\u201d said Raj Kannappan, Vice President (YAF). \u201cUnless people in power hold them accountable, universities have little incentive to change their often unconstitutional behavior.\u201d\n\n\u201cFIRE is glad to continue to participate in this important conversation on protecting free speech and fighting back against campus censorship,\u201d said Greg Gonzalez, Legislative Fellow (FIRE). \u201cWe thank Representative Murphy for leading the Campus Free Speech Roundtable \u2014 and for Congress's continued attention to the ongoing threats to the First Amendment at our nation's colleges and universities.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/12/tillis-legislation-to-protect-firefighters-from-hazardous-pfas-chemicals-to-be-signed-into-law", "Tillis Legislation to Protect Firefighters from Hazardous PFAS Chemicals to be Signed into Law", "2022-12-05", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Recently, bipartisan legislation co-introduced by U.S. Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC), Gary Peters (D-MI), Dan Sullivan (R-AK), and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) to help protect the health and safety of firefighters and emergency responders from PFAS exposure passed the House. The Protecting Firefighters from Adverse Substances (PFAS) Act directs federal agencies to develop best practices, training, and educational programs to reduce, limit and prevent exposure to PFAS, also known as \u201cforever chemicals\u201d because they do not naturally break down. The bill would also require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to develop educational resources for firefighters on alternative foams and personal protective equipment that do not contain PFAS. The legislation, which passed the Senatelast summer and was led through the House by U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-12), now heads to the President\u2019s desk to be signed into law.\n\n\u201cFirefighters and first responders put their lives on the line to keep communities safe, and they should not have to worry about being exposed to harmful chemicals like PFAS,\u201d said Senator Tillis. \u201cThis legislation will develop guidelines to keep our first responders safe and limit the introduction of these harmful contaminants into the environment. I applaud the House for passing this crucial legislation and look forward to President Biden signing it into law.\u201d\n\nEmergency response teams are frequently exposed to harmful per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in firefighting foams and personal protective equipment as they work to keep communities safe. PFAS substances have been linked to a number of health problems, including certain cancers.\n\nThe Protecting Firefighters from Adverse Substances (PFAS) Act would direct DHS \u2013 in consultation with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the U.S. Fire Administration, and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health \u2013 to develop educational resources to help protect firefighters, emergency response personnel, and the communities they serve from PFAS exposure. This would include information for federal, state, and local firefighters on training and best practices to prevent and reduce exposure to PFAS from firefighting foams and protective gear, as well as resources that identify alternatives for firefighting tools and equipment that do not contain PFAS.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-releases-statement-on-moore-county-power-outage", "Hudson Releases Statement on Moore County Power Outage", "2022-12-04", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Richard Hudson", "H001067", "hudson.house.gov", "hudson", "https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Southern Pines, NC - US Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC) released the following statement:\n\n\"Last night, unknown individuals vandalized at least two substations in Moore County with criminal intent. Motive for this crime remains unknown. Many Moore County residents remain without power. I want to thank Sheriff Ronnie Fields and all local law enforcement as well as the SBI and FBI for their quick action to respond to the incident. I have also been in contact with Duke Energy and know they are working on all options to restore power as quickly as possible.\"\n\nThe Southern Pines Police Department at 450 W. Pennsylvania Ave. has opened its C. Michael Haney Community Room to the public for charging electronic devices.\n\nPeople can report power outages here: https://www.readync.gov/stay-informed/power-outages\n\nAnyone with any information about this act of violence should contact the Moore County Sheriff\u2019s Office at 910-947-2931.\n\nFind more resources here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-arrington-ruiz-and-sewell-lead-colleagues-in-push-for-medicare-multi-cancer", "Hudson, Arrington, Ruiz, and Sewell Lead Colleagues in Push for Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act", "2022-12-02", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Richard Hudson", "H001067", "hudson.house.gov", "hudson", "https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2014 U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC) along with Reps. Terri Sewell (AL-07), Jodey Arrington (TX-19), and Raul Ruiz (CA-36), led 116 House colleagues in a bipartisan letter this week urging House leadership to bring H.R. 1946 to the Floor for a vote during the remainder of the 117th Congress. The Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act would create a pathway for Medicare to cover emerging blood-based cancer screenings which hold the potential to detect cancer earlier than ever before. Rep. Hudson introduced H.R. 1946 in March 2021. With 257 House co-sponsors and 54 Senate co-sponsors, it enjoys the support of a bipartisan majority of the House and Senate and over 400 organizations across the nation.\n\n\"No family in America has been spared the scourge of cancer,\" the Members write. \"Indeed, for our nation\u2019s seniors, the burden of cancer is highest, with more than 70% of all cancer deaths happening in the Medicare population. We must bring urgency and action to our fight against this terrible disease because the consequences of waiting are too great. We respectfully urge you to bring this bill to the floor this year and pave the way for a future where we win our war on cancer.\"\n\nCancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States. However, detecting cancer early can result in less invasive treatments, reduced costs, and most importantly, better outcomes for patients. Fortunately, scientists are developing and testing innovative blood-based multi-cancer early detection tests that can screen for many cancers at the same time, including rare cancers. The companies engaged in multi-cancer screening have both received breakthrough device designation for their tests and are pursuing FDA approval. Unfortunately, under current law, it could take several years after FDA approval before Medicare beneficiaries could receive coverage for such tests.\n\nThe Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act responds to a misalignment between advances in science and Medicare coverage by allowing for Medicare coverage of multi-cancer screening. It would significantly reduce delays for Medicare beneficiaries, while allowing the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to use its evidence-based process to determine coverage. Accordingly, these new multi-cancer screening tools will complement existing screenings and dramatically improve our nation\u2019s cancer early detection capabilities.\n\nSpecifically, the legislation would:\n\nCreate the authority for CMS to cover blood-based multi-cancer early detection tests and future test methods (like urine or hair tests), once approved by the FDA. Congress has acted before to create coverage for other cancer screenings including mammography and colorectal screenings.\n\nMaintain CMS\u2019 authority to use an evidence-based process to determine coverage parameters for these new tests.\n\nState that these new tools will complement, not replace, existing screenings and coverage and cost sharing will not be impacted.\n\nThe letter is available here. Bill text of H.R. 1946 is available here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/ross-joins-casey-hirono-hayes-dingell-introducing-bill-strengthen-protections", "Ross Joins Casey, Hirono, Hayes, Dingell in Introducing Bill to Strengthen Protections Against Sexual Harassment, Discrimination in Education", "2022-12-02", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) joined Congresswomen Jahana Hayes (CT-05) and Debbie Dingell (MI-12) in introducing legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives to strengthen civil rights protections against harassment in schools, colleges, and universities. The Students\u2019 Access to Freedom & Educational Rights Act (SAFER) Act would amend the burdensome standards for harassment lawsuits brought under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and create additional protections for students who experience sex-based harassment. As standards for workplace sexual assault lawsuits have become less onerous, court rulings have increased the burden on young people seeking justice. The SAFER Act aims to repair years of damage to Title IX, including court rulings and actions by the Trump Administration to strip away many protections for student sexual assault survivors. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Mazie Hirono (D-HI) introduced the legislation in the Senate.\n\n\u201cWe must do more to address the epidemic of sexual assault and harassment that has plagued our campuses for far too long,\u201d said Congresswoman Ross. \u201cStudents who have endured unspeakable trauma should not face unnecessary and burdensome hurdles that prevent them from reporting their abuse and seeking justice. I\u2019m honored to join Representatives Hayes and Dingell as well as Senators Casey and Hirono in introducing this important legislation. I look forward to continuing our work to protect student survivors.\u201d\n\n\u201cSo many students who endure sexual harassment or assault experience isolation, fear, and difficulty focusing on their education as they process a traumatic ordeal. To add insult to injury, students who report their experiences face an uphill battle to seek justice,\u201d said Senator Casey. \u201cWe cannot go backwards. School should be a safe place, from early education all the way to institutions of higher learning. The SAFER Act would protect the civil rights of students across the country and help them feel safe and supported as they pursue their education.\u201d\n\n\u201cFifty years ago, Title IX was signed into law to guarantee every student\u2019s right to a quality, equitable education, regardless of their sex,\u201d said Senator Hirono. \u201cBut despite the progress Title IX has created, too many students\u2014especially LGBTQ+ students, pregnant and parenting students, students of color, and students with disabilities\u2014are still deprived the full protections of the law. The SAFER Act will strengthen enforcement of Title IX at schools and create important protections for survivors of harassment and assault on campus. This legislation will move us closer to fulfilling our promise of ensuring every student can get the quality education they deserve.\u201d\n\n\u201cFifty years ago, Title IX was enacted to protect educational opportunities for all students. Despite the significant progress made on this issue, pervasive discrimination continues to hinder learning experiences and threaten the success of students,\u201d said Congresswoman Hayes. \u201cEvery student, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, disability, or age, deserves to feel safe in the classroom. The SAFER Act builds upon the spirit of Title IX by establishing stronger civil rights protections so students may thrive in school free from harassment or discrimination.\u201d\n\n\u201cStudents should be able to learn, compete, and succeed in safe and welcoming environments, but our nation\u2019s federally funded education programs too often fail to live up to this promise. Student survivors should have access to the tools they need to seek justice, not encounter new obstacles that exacerbate the trauma, fear, and isolation they may be experiencing,\u201d said Congresswoman Dingell. \u201cWith the SAFER Act, we can do more to protect students from the threat of harassment and ensure educational institutions better respond to the needs of survivors.\u201d\n\nSupreme Court rulings in Gebser v. Lago Vista Independent School District and Davis v. Monroe County Board of Education have created standards for Title IX sexual harassment lawsuits that increased the burden on the plaintiff. These standards have made it more difficult for students to be protected from sex-based harassment and have influenced other civil rights laws, making civil rights enforcement against discrimination on the basis of race, disability, and age more difficult as well.\n\nThe SAFER Act would also require more transparency around Title IX religious exemptions, include a broader and more apt definition of sexual harassment and \u201csex,\u201d allow the Department of Education\u2019s Office for Civil Rights to levy fines against institutions for civil rights violations, require climate surveys in K-12 schools of students experiences with sex-based harassment, and create more requirements for Title IX coordinators and for trainings, with grant funding included.\n\nThe SAFER Act is supported by more than 70 organizations, including the National Women\u2019s Law Center, Know Your IX, It\u2019s On Us, Human Rights Campaign, and the National Disability Rights Network.\n\nFatima Goss Graves, President and CEO of the National Women\u2019s Law Center said, \u201cFifty years have passed since Title IX was enacted and five years have passed since survivors around the world said, \u2018Me too,\u2019 but there is still much to be done to fulfill the law\u2019s promise and the calls for action. Courts continue to make it difficult for survivors to achieve justice, especially when their schools fail to treat harassment seriously. The SAFER Act seeks to end this cycle, and bring us closer to securing equal educational opportunities for all by ensuring schools take steps to protect students who have experienced harassment. We are thrilled to support this critical legislation that recognizes all students deserve to learn and thrive, free from discriminatory harassment.\u201d\n\n\u201cAt Know Your IX, we continue to see discrimination, delays in schools' responses to harassment, retaliation, and harmful stereotypes interfere with student survivors' access to their civil rights and a safe educational environment. The status quo is not working for students -- especially for BIPOC survivors, LGBTQI+ survivors, and survivors with disabilities,\u201d said Emma Grasso Levine, Title IX Policy and Program Manager at Advocates for Youth. \u201cThe passage of the SAFER Act would provide crucial protections for survivors and strengthen young people's right to an education free from discrimination and violence.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/12/tillis-bipartisan-group-of-senators-warn-ccp-against-violent-crackdown-on-protesters", "Tillis, Bipartisan Group of Senators Warn CCP Against Violent Crackdown on Protesters", "2022-12-02", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), this week sent a bipartisan letter with nearly half of his Senate colleagues to the Chinese ambassador to the United States warning the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) regime of the consequences of a violent crackdown on peaceful protesters. Demonstrations have erupted across China in response to the CCP\u2019s severe measures restricting freedoms to contain rising COVID-19 infections.\n\n\u201cThe Chinese Communist Party has gone too far with their harsh \u2018zero covid,\u2019 giving the people of China no freedom in their own country,\u201d said Senator Tillis. \u201cWith peaceful protesting erupting all over the country in opposition to these crackdowns, President Xi and the CCP should think twice before taking violent action against their own people, which is why I am proud to join many of my colleagues in sending this crucial letter.\u201d\n\nRead the full text of the letter here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/12/tillis-bipartisan-group-of-senators-warn-ccp-against-violent-crackdown-on-protesters/f3d01c2f-34d2-474c-81c4-b6c1530f5533", "Tillis, Bipartisan Group of Senators Warn CCP Against Violent Crackdown on Protesters", "2022-12-02", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), this week sent a bipartisan letter with nearly half of his Senate colleagues to the Chinese ambassador to the United States warning the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) regime of the consequences of a violent crackdown on peaceful protesters. Demonstrations have erupted across China in response to the CCP\u2019s severe measures restricting freedoms to contain rising COVID-19 infections.\n\n\u201cThe Chinese Communist Party has gone too far with their harsh \u2018zero covid,\u2019 giving the people of China no freedom in their own country,\u201d said Senator Tillis. \u201cWith peaceful protesting erupting all over the country in opposition to these crackdowns, President Xi and the CCP should think twice before taking violent action against their own people, which is why I am proud to join many of my colleagues in sending this crucial letter.\u201d\n\nRead the full text of the letter here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-alma-adams-releases-statement-historic-democratic-leadership", "Rep. Alma Adams Releases Statement on Historic Democratic Leadership Elections", "2022-12-01", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Alma S. Adams", "A000370", "adams.house.gov", "adams", "https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 1, 2022) \u2013 Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement on the historic Democratic leadership elections this week, including the election of Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (NY-08) as the first African American to serve as caucus leader in either house of Congress.\n\n\u201cAfter years of success as our party\u2019s leader, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi has passed the torch to a new generation of leaders. Congressman Hakeem Jeffries will not only be the first African American to lead a party in Congress; he will also be the first Democratic leader from Generation X. I have been proud to work with Hakeem since we both entered the House in the 113th Congress, and I have been honored not only by his support of my legislative agenda, but also by his friendship and his visits to Charlotte.\n\n\u201cLeader Jeffries will be a tireless champion for the American people in the next Congress. I was proud to cast my votes for Hakeem at our Democratic leadership elections meeting, and I look forward to seeing him take the gavel as Speaker of the House in the near future.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-alma-adams-releases-world-aids-day-video-featuring-human-ribbon", "Rep. Alma Adams Releases World AIDS Day Video Featuring Human Ribbon", "2022-12-01", "2022", "2022-12", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Alma S. Adams", "A000370", "adams.house.gov", "adams", "https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "CHARLOTTE (December 1, 2022) \u2013 In recognition of World AIDS Day, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released a video recognizing the millions of people lost to HIV and AIDS, and the approximately 40 million people around the world living with HIV. The video includes a \u201cHuman Ribbon\u201d of people recognizing World AIDS Day.\n\nRep. Adams\u2019 video is available here.\n\nAdditionally, pictures of the Human Ribbon are available here.\n\n\u201cWe recognize World AIDS Day on December 1st so we can continue to tell the story of people who are living with HIV, and of the over 40 million people around the world lost to HIV and AIDS,\u201d said Rep. Adams. \u201cOur Office is proud to partner with several community groups, student organizations, city and state agencies, and community members to make this day a success. This year\u2019s theme, 'Global Solidarity, Share Responsibility' will unite people around the world to show support for people living with HIV and to remember those who have died from AIDS-related illnesses. In Congress, I\u2019m proud to support legislation and appropriations to continue to help people living with AIDS, educate people about HIV, and stop the spread of this virus.\u201d\n\nCongresswoman Adams is a member of the Congressional HIV/AIDS Caucus, and has worked in Congress to secure federal grants to help North Carolinians living with HIV, increase HIV prevention funding, and sponsor common-sense sex education legislation that would lower the incidence of STIs, including HIV. She is a cosponsor of the 2022 World AIDS Day resolution.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-introduces-bill-to-designate-russian-group-as-foreign-terrorist-organization", "Hudson Introduces Bill to Designate Russian Group as Foreign Terrorist Organization", "2022-12-01", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Richard Hudson", "H001067", "hudson.house.gov", "hudson", "https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC), Chair of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly\u2019s Committee on Political Affairs and Security, has introduced the Holding Accountable Russian Mercenaries (HARM) Act, bipartisan legislation that would require the Secretary of State to designate the Russian-based Wagner Group as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO). Along with Hudson, Representatives Steve Cohen (D-TN), Joe Wilson (R-SC), and Marc Veasey (D-TX) are original sponsors of the bill. Senators Roger Wicker (R-MS) and Ben Cardin (D-MD) are original sponsors of companion legislation in the U.S. Senate.\n\n\"The Wagner Group is a threat to the interests and security of the United States, our allies, and its partners,\" said Rep. Hudson. \"We must hold those responsible for perpetrating Putin\u2019s war against Ukraine and atrocities elsewhere accountable. Designating this mercenary group a Foreign Terrorist Organization will send a strong message to those in Russia and all who seek to do harm across the world.\"\n\n\"Where the Wagner Group operates, atrocities follow. The HARM Act will identify Putin\u2019s private mercenary group as a Foreign Terrorist Organization and let the world know that its activities are both malign and illegal. It\u2019s time to shine some light on this notorious group and give it the detestable reputation it deserves,\" said Rep. Cohen.\n\n\"For too long the Wagner Group has been engaging in nefarious atrocities around the globe, all at the behest of war criminal Putin and his cronies. I\u2019m grateful to join my bipartisan, bicameral colleagues in introducing legislation that will finally designate the group as the foreign terrorist organization it is and expose them in their true state as a murderous and criminal enterprise,\" said Rep. Wilson.\n\n\"Vladimir Putin and his cronies will stop at nothing to accomplish their objectives, including employing mercenaries like the Wagner Group to commit atrocities on their behalf,\" Sen. Wicker said. \"The U.S. should call this shadow army what it is: a foreign terrorist group. We must hold them accountable along with any who support them.\"\n\n\"As Russia\u2019s brutal war against Ukraine enters its ninth month, the United States must continue to remove the tools of destruction at its disposal,\" said Sen. Cardin. \"The Wagner Group has been credibly linked to countless atrocities in Ukraine as well as Syria and across the African continent. The U.S. must immediately designate the Wagner Group as a foreign terrorist organization. Doing so will diminish the strength of the Russian armed forces and help hold human rights violators accountable.\"\n\nBackground\n\nThe Wagner Group is a para-military organization that employs thousands of mercenaries. It has been widely recognized for its work as a private military for Russian President Vladimir Putin, conducting terrorist operations in Ukraine, Mali, Sudan, and the Central African Republic that resulted in the massacre of civilians since 2014.\n\nThe Wagner Group has also murdered and threatened journalists, kidnapped children, deployed nerve agents against civilians, committed acts of torture, and engaged in rape and sex trafficking of women and children.\n\nThis legislation would require the Secretary of State to designate the Wagner Group as a FTO under section 219(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act within 90 days of enactment. The proposal also includes provisions that would apply the FTO designation to any affiliated or successor entity to the PMC Wagner Group.\n\nThe legislation follows action by the European Parliament that declared Russia a state sponsor of terrorism and specifically called out the Wagner Group for its atrocities.\n\nThe Wagner Group has already been the target of U.S. action. On June 20, 2017, the Department of the Treasury\u2019s Office of Foreign Assets Control sanctioned the Wagner Group and its military leader, Dmitry Utkin, pursuant to Executive Order 13660. On September 20, 2018, the Department of State added Yevgeniy Prigozhin and his affiliated entities, including the PMC Wagner Group, to the list of persons identified as part of, or operating for or on behalf of, the defense or intelligence sectors of the Government of the Russian Federation under section 231 of the Countering America\u2019s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act.\n\nHudson, Cohen, Wilson, Veasey, Wicker, and Cardin are all members of the U.S. Helsinki Commission, a U.S. government commission that promotes human rights, military security, and economic cooperation in 57 countries in Europe, Eurasia, and North America.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-calls-out-woke-esg-ruling-congress-cannot-allow-president-bidens", "Murphy Calls Out \u2018Woke\u2019 ESG Ruling: \u201cCongress cannot allow President Biden\u2019s liberal agenda to derail retirement savings\u201d", "2022-12-01", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Gregory F. Murphy", "M001210", "murphy.house.gov", "murphy", "https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of Labor\u2019s (DOL) misguided final rule, which would allow retirement plan managers to prioritize so-called environmental, social, governance (ESG) plan investments over their long-standing duty to protect the financial interests of workers and retirees:\n\n\u201cThis final rule proves once again that the Biden administration prioritizes political virtue signaling over safeguarding investment options for retirement savings,\u201d said Rep. Murphy. \u201cThis politically motivated final rule is more evidence that we need legislation that includes an enforcement action under Title II of ERISA to protect hardworking Americans.\u201d\n\n\u201cEmployers and advisors have a fiduciary responsibility to maximize returns for American workers and families,\u201d Rep. Murphy continued. \u201cCongress cannot allow President Biden\u2019s liberal agenda to derail investment returns for seniors and savers. It\u2019s no wonder the Biden Administration buried this announcement during the Thanksgiving holiday.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nThe Biden administration\u2019s final rule rolls back a Trump-era amendment to ERISA which previously banned employers and advisors from considering any factors other than financial performance considerations when evaluating assets for a retirement portfolio.\n\nIn October 2022, Rep. Murphy introduced the Safeguarding Investment Options for Retirement Act to prevent \u2018woke\u2019 ESG factors from dictating investment returns. The legislation would impose strict enforcement measures to ensure the administration\u2019s ESG priorities do not hinder Americans\u2019 retirement savings.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/12/senate-passes-respect-for-marriage-act-that-includes-robust-religious-freedom-protections-secured-by-tillis", "Senate Passes Respect for Marriage Act that Includes Robust Religious Freedom Protections Secured by Tillis", "2022-12-01", "2022", "2022-12", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) supported the passage of the Respect for Marriage Act, bipartisan legislation he helped negotiate and pass, which ensures robust protections for religious freedom and First Amendment rights.\n\nWatch Senator Tillis\u2019 floor speech here and download here.\n\n\u201cThis bipartisan legislation is a good compromise that provides permanent certainty for same-sex couples while ensuring robust protections for churches and religious organizations, protections that are more robust and expansive than what currently exists in federal law,\u201d said Senator Tillis. \u201cThis bill protects all religious liberty and conscience protections available under the Constitution and Federal law, including the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, and cannot be used to diminish or repeal any such protection. I worked hard to include this religious freedom amendment so churches and religious organizations will continue to operate and worship free from government interference, and I want to thank my colleagues for coming together on a bipartisan basis to pass the legislation.\u201d\n\nThe Senators\u2019 bipartisan amendment:\n\nConfirms that non-profit religious organizations will not be required to provide any services, facilities, or goods for the solemnization or celebration of a marriage.\n\nGuarantees that this bill may not be used to deny or alter any benefit, right, or status of an otherwise eligible person or entity \u2013 including tax-exempt status, tax treatment, grants, contracts, agreements, guarantees, educational funding, loans, scholarships, licenses, certifications, accreditations, claims, or defenses \u2013 provided that the benefit, right, or status does not arise from a marriage. For instance, a church, university, or other nonprofit\u2019s eligibility for tax-exempt status is unrelated to marriage, so its status would not be affected by this legislation.\n\nStates that the bill does not require or authorize the Federal government to recognize polygamous marriages.\n\nRecognizes the importance of marriage, acknowledges that diverse beliefs and the people who hold them are due respect, and affirms that couples, including same-sex and interracial couples, deserve the dignity, stability, and ongoing protection of marriage.\n\nA one-pager on the amendment is available here and full text is available here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:32:05Z"], ["https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-adams-statement-passing-rep-donald-mceachin", "Rep. Adams Statement on the Passing of Rep. Donald McEachin", "2022-11-29", "2022", "2022-11", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Alma S. Adams", "A000370", "adams.house.gov", "adams", "https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 29, 2022) \u2013 Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement on the passing of her colleague, Rep. Donald McEachin (VA-04):\n\n\u201cCongressman Donald McEachin was a fighter for the people of Virginia, and he wasn\u2019t afraid to share stories of his personal fight with cancer so he could inspire others to get screened and see their doctor. As a fellow member of the Congressional Black Caucus, I was proud to work with Don on issues ranging from Black Maternal Health and HBCUs to the preservation of African American Burial Grounds.\n\n\u201cDon was an extraordinary statesman, and always kind. My prayers are with Don\u2019s wife Colette, their children, their family and friends, and all of Congressman McEachin\u2019s staff who supported him in service of Virginia\u2019s Fourth Congressional District.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/11/congresswoman-ross-nsf-director-panchanathan-wake-tech-highlight-millions", "Congresswoman Ross, NSF Director Panchanathan, Wake Tech Highlight Millions in Federal Funding for Wake County Universities and Community Colleges", "2022-11-22", "2022", "2022-11", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02), the Director of the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) Sethuraman Panchanathan, and Wake Technical Community College (Wake Tech) President Dr. Scott Ralls celebrated millions in federal funding that institutions in Wake County have received through NSF. Recent NSF grants for Wake Tech have included $1.4 million for the college\u2019s STEM Academic Research & Training (START) program and more than $500,000 to enhance manufacturing training for students. In addition to Wake Tech, Congresswoman Ross and Director Panchanathan visited North Carolina State University (NC State), which has received millions in federal funding from NSF, making it the top NSF-funded academic institution in North Carolina.\n\n\u201cCommunity colleges and universities like Wake Tech and NC State are shaping the future of North Carolina, and I was excited to welcome Director Panchanathan to Wake County today,\u201d said Congresswoman Ross. \u201cNorth Carolina is a hub of innovation and progress, and the support our state has received through NSF funding is a testament to our leadership in the STEM fields. I look forward to seeing everything that our outstanding institutions in Wake County will continue to accomplish through our strong partnerships with NSF.\u201d\n\n\u201cI am very excited and thankful for Representative Ross\u2019 invitation to visit North Carolina, a place where technological innovation has flourished, and fundamental research has led to groundbreaking discoveries,\u201d said NSF Director Sethuraman Panchanathan. \u201cAt NSF, we are focused on cultivating a STEM workforce for the future by reaching students in every region of our nation, ensuring that innovation and opportunities exists everywhere for them to succeed in the STEM enterprise. We look forward to continuing to strengthen our partnerships with academia, government, and industry to support students in North Carolina for decades to come.\u201d\n\n\u201cNot many community colleges offer undergraduate research opportunities for students,\u201d said Wake Tech President Dr. Scott Ralls. \u201cNSF grant funding makes it possible to offer this unique program and we couldn\u2019t be more grateful.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/11/senate-passes-tillis-bill-to-reauthorize-task-force-combatting-child-exploitation", "Senate Passes Tillis Bill to Reauthorize Task Force Combatting Child Exploitation", "2022-11-18", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 This week, the U.S. Senate passed legislation co-sponsored by U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) that would reauthorize the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force Program to combat child exploitation across the country.\n\n\u201cThe PROTECT Our Children Act will ensure that we continue to support survivors and provide law enforcement with resources needed to investigate and prosecute criminals who exploit children online,\u201d said Senator Tillis. \u201cI\u2019m proud the Senate came together to pass our bipartisan legislation.\u201d\n\nSenators John Cornyn (R-TX), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), Charles Grassley (R-IA), John Kennedy (R-LA), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), and Patrick Leahy (D-VT) also co-introduced the legislation.\n\nBackground:\n\nThe PROTECT Our Children Act, originally passed in 2008, authorized the ICAC Task Force Program, a national network of 61 coordinated task forces that represent 3,500 federal, state, and local law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies engaged in reactive and proactive investigations across the country. The ICAC aids local and state law enforcement in the creation and implementation of effective responses to technology-facilitated child sexual exploitation and internet crimes against children. In order to develop effective response strategies to online child victimization, the ICAC offers guidance on victim support, forensic and investigative components, training and technical assistance, and prevention and community education.\n\nThe PROTECT Our Children Act of 2022 is supported by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) and the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN).\n\nFor a list of ICAC task forces across the United States, click here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-statement-pelosi-announcement", "Adams Statement on Pelosi Announcement", "2022-11-17", "2022", "2022-11", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Alma S. Adams", "A000370", "adams.house.gov", "adams", "https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 17, 2022) - Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi announced she would step down from leadership after the 117th Congress:\n\n\"Nancy Pelosi is a living legend. Her leadership is defined by countless accomplishments, including the Affordable Care Act which gave millions more Americans health insurance; the economic packages that rescued the American economy in 2008 and 2020; and her historic service as the first woman to hold the gavel as Speaker of the House. When she joined the House there were only 12 Democratic women; in 2014, I was humbled to join her as the 100th woman in Congress, and I\u2019ve been honored to serve with her these past eight years.\n\n\"I can think of few greater leaders for the American people than my friend Nancy, and I join millions of my fellow Americans in gratefulness for Speaker Pelosi\u2019s service.\"\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/11/tillis-colleagues-call-for-termination-of-dod-contracts-failing-to-provide-adequate-housing-rights-for-military-families", "Tillis, Colleagues Call For Termination of DoD Contracts Failing To Provide Adequate Housing Rights for Military Families", "2022-11-15", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), members of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff (D-GA) sent a letter to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, calling on him to use all tools and authorities at his disposal to protect military families from private housing contractors that are not providing protections guaranteed by the military tenant\u2019s bill of rights. Despite requirements in the fiscal year (FY) 2020 National Defense Authorization Act, five private military housing providers are still failing to implement key rights for military families.\n\n\u201cCongress did not intend for military housing companies\u2019 compliance with the tenant bill of rights and other important provisions of the 2020 NDAA to be optional. Congress put mandates in place to protect military families, and DoD must use all tools at its disposal to enforce these mandates. Allowing military families\u2019 rights to be subject to the whims of private military housing contractors creates an unacceptable level of inequity,\u201d wrote the senators. \u201cIf those companies \u2013 Boyer Hill Military Housing, Burlington Capital Real Estate, JL Properties, Miller-Valentine Group, and United Communities \u2013 continue to refuse to provide these rights, we urge DoD to exercise its right to terminate these agreements.\u201d\n\nA recent report from the DoD Inspector General found that these five private military housing providers, which provide over 10,000 military family housing units, are still failing to implement key rights under the DoD tenant bill of rights, including providing service members and their families their homes\u2019 maintenance histories, the right to enter a dispute resolution process, and the right to withhold basic housing allowance payments to the landlord while a dispute resolution process is ongoing.\n\n\u201cThe NDAA \u2013 in order to help address the systemic failures of the private landlords to respond to families\u2019 needs and provide safe and sanitary housing \u2013 required that military families who live in on-base housing be provided with maintenance histories of the homes they rent, alternate dispute resolution processes, and the right to withhold payments to landlords during disputes. And when DoD failed to include these rights in its first draft of the tenant bill of rights Senate Armed Services Committee leaders made clear on a bipartisan basis that they were non-negotiable, noting that their exclusion created \u2018glaring holes\u2019 and went \u2018directly against the promises made by the Department and the housing companies that they would work to regain the trust of our military families,\u201d continued the senators.\n\nAll of the senators who signed the letter sponsored the Military Housing Readiness Council Act, which would create a Council with a mandate to guarantee the full implementation of the tenant bill of rights. The senators are calling on Secretary Austin to fully enforce the DoD tenant bill of rights and are asking him to answer a set of questions about DoD\u2019s implementation and enforcement plans by December 14, 2022.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/11/tillis-helps-secure-robust-religious-freedom-protections-in-the-respect-for-marriage-act", "Tillis Helps Secure Robust Religious Freedom Protections in The Respect for Marriage Act", "2022-11-14", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) and his colleagues Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Susan Collins (R-ME), Rob Portman (R-OH), and Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ) announced they have reached a compromise on a bipartisan amendment to the Respect for Marriage Act which ensures robust protections for religious freedom. The group of bipartisan senators issued the following statement:\n\n\u201cThe Respect for Marriage Act is a needed step to provide millions of loving couples in same-sex and interracial marriages the certainty that they will continue to enjoy the freedoms, rights, and responsibilities afforded to all other marriages. Through bipartisan collaboration, we\u2019ve crafted commonsense language to confirm that this legislation fully respects and protects Americans\u2019 religious liberties and diverse beliefs, while leaving intact the core mission of the legislation to protect marriage equality. We look forward to this legislation coming to the floor and are confident that this amendment has helped earn the broad, bipartisan support needed to pass our commonsense legislation into law.\u201d\n\nThe Senators\u2019 bipartisan amendment:\n\nProtects all religious liberty and conscience protections available under the Constitution or Federal law, including but not limited to the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, and forbids this bill from being used to diminish or repeal any such protection.\n\nConfirms that non-profit religious organizations will not be required to provide any services, facilities, or goods for the solemnization or celebration of a marriage.\n\nGuarantees that this bill may not be used to deny or alter any benefit, right, or status of an otherwise eligible person or entity \u2013 including tax-exempt status, tax treatment, grants, contracts, agreements, guarantees, educational funding, loans, scholarships, licenses, certifications, accreditations, claims, or defenses \u2013 provided that the benefit, right, or status does not arise from a marriage. For instance, a church, university, or other nonprofit\u2019s eligibility for tax-exempt status is unrelated to marriage, so its status would not be affected by this legislation.\n\nStates that the bill does not require or authorize the Federal government to recognize polygamous marriages.\n\nRecognizes the importance of marriage, acknowledges that diverse beliefs and the people who hold them are due respect, and affirms that couples, including same-sex and interracial couples, deserve the dignity, stability, and ongoing protection of marriage.\n\nThe Respect for Marriage Act is a narrow but important bill that would do two primary things:\n\nFirst, it would require the federal government to recognize a marriage between two individuals if the marriage was valid in the state where it was performed.\n\nSecond, the bill would guarantee that valid marriages between two individuals are given full faith and credit, regardless of the couple\u2019s sex, race, ethnicity, or national origin, but the bill would not require a State to issue a marriage license contrary to state law.\n\nA one-pager on the amendment is available here and full text is available here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-hill-announce-3-new-hbcu-partnership-challenge-companies-abbvie", "Adams, Hill Announce 3 New HBCU Partnership Challenge Companies: AbbVie, Amgen, and Protective", "2022-11-10", "2022", "2022-11", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Alma S. Adams", "A000370", "adams.house.gov", "adams", "https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (D-NC-12) and Congressman French Hill (R-AR-02) announced 3 companies and organizations joining the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Partnership Challenge: AbbVie, Amgen, and Protective Life Corporation. The HBCU Caucus Partnership Challenge is an effort to promote greater engagement and support between private companies and HBCUs. Already, over 90 companies have taken the challenge.\n\n\"I want to thank our newest HBCU Caucus Partnership Challenge Members Abbvie, Amgen, and Protective Life Corporation,\" said Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus. HBCUs face major capital infrastructure and funding challenges. It\u2019s an important moment for private and public partners to continue to commit to support our HBCUs. I applaud all our private partners for taking the pledge at such a critical time.\u201d\n\n\u201cI am pleased AbbVie, Amgen, and Protective Life Corporation have joined the HBCU Partnership Challenge. Our HBCU Partnership Challenge partners are vital to providing and promoting opportunities on behalf of HBCU students, faculty, and alumni. Thank you to these industry leaders who have pledged their commitment to the HBCU community,\u201d said Rep. French Hill (AR-02), co-chair of the HBCU Caucus.\n\nCompanies & organizations joining the partnership challenge are excited for the opportunity:\n\n\u201cAt AbbVie, developing and delivering innovative life-changing medicines for the wide diversity of our patients requires the thoughtfulness and creativity that comes from having a wide range of inputs,\u201d said Rae Livingston, chief equity officer, AbbVie. \u201cAbbVie\u2019s commitment to partnering with Historically Black Colleges and Universities is one way we continue our focus on attracting impact-making talent to help us deliver on this important mission of improving patient lives. Through relationships with these top institutions, we are creating new pathways to careers in the pharmaceutical industry. And AbbVie has the opportunity to tap into the innovative and futuristic thinking of talented students who are often untapped. I am beyond excited about partnering with the challenge.\u201d\n\n\u201cAt Amgen, we believe everyone needs science and science needs everyone,\u201d said Bob Bradway, Chairman and CEO of Amgen. \u201cAmgen is proud to build on our existing collaborations with HCBUs by joining the Partnership Challenge to help reduce disparities in STEM, unlock new ideas, and drive systemic change.\u201d\n\n\u201cAt Protective, we are committed to strengthening our diversity, equity and inclusion efforts by growing and developing our people, attracting diverse talent and supporting strong, diverse communities,\u201d said Rich Bielen, President and CEO of Protective Life Corporation. \u201cWe are proud of our ongoing collaborations with Historically Black Colleges and Universities and are honored to have representation of alumni from over 13 different HBCUs within our workforce.\u201d\n\nBackground on the HBCU Partnership Challenge\n\nSixty-seven percent of job seekers say a diverse workforce is important when considering job offers, and organizations that report higher levels of racial diversity bring in nearly 15 times more sales revenue than their counterparts. The Bipartisan HBCU Caucus believes that to achieve true diversity in our workforce, we must focus on the front-end of this conversation \u2013 our students and the schools they attend.\n\nThe impact of HBCUs on our workforce is clear. HBCUs produce:\n\n27 percent of all African-American STEM graduates;\n\n40 percent of all African-American engineers;\n\n50 percent of all African-American lawyers;\n\n50 percent of all African-American public-school teachers; and\n\n80 percent of all African-American judges.\n\nThese statistics demonstrate how HBCUs are vital to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce.\n\nAdditional information on the challenge is available here. For more information, please contact Sam Spencer (Sam.Spencer@mail.house.gov).\n\nProtective Life Corporation\u2019s Partnerships with HBCUs\n\nProtective believes all should have the opportunity to thrive, and we remain committed to strengthening our DE&I efforts by growing and developing our people, attracting diverse talent, and supporting strong, diverse communities. We recognize attracting individuals of different identities, thoughts, and experiences is imperative to our business; therefore, we promise to continue hiring talent that highlights the strength of diverse perspectives.\n\nProtective employs alumni of 13 different Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) including Miles College, Tuskegee University, Alabama State University, Stillman College, Central State University, Spelman College, Fisk University and more.\n\nAbout Congresswoman Alma Adams\n\nCongresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. represents North Carolina's 12th Congressional District (Charlotte, Mecklenburg County). In 2015, she founded the first bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus in Congress. She is a double graduate of North Carolina A&T, the largest HBCU by enrollment in the United States, and serves on the House Committee on Education & Labor; the House Financial Services Committee; and the House Committee on Agriculture, which has jurisdiction over the 1890s HBCUs.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-moore-and-phillips-introduce-love-lives-on-act", "Hudson, Moore and Phillips Introduce Love Lives On Act", "2022-11-10", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Richard Hudson", "H001067", "hudson.house.gov", "hudson", "https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC) introduced the Love Lives On Act, a bipartisan bill that will allow spouses of deceased servicemembers to retain survivor benefits upon remarriage. Along with Rep. Hudson, Representatives Dean Phillips (D-MN) and Gwen Moore (D-WI) serve as original cosponsors on the legislation.\n\n\"As Fort Bragg\u2019s Congressman, I believe our country owes a tremendous debt to the surviving spouses of fallen servicemembers,\u201d said Rep. Hudson. \u201cIt takes great courage to pick up the pieces and move on. Therefore, we must ensure that surviving spouses can continue to move forward, free from the fear of losing the benefits owed to them through their late spouse\u2019s military sacrifice.\"\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s vital that our country takes care of all surviving spouses of military service members, which is why I am so pleased to join my colleagues in this bipartisan effort,\" said Rep. Moore. \"Our bill, the Love Lives On Act, will make important changes to current policies for surviving spouses, ensuring more can access crucial benefits.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a Gold Star Son, my gratitude to our servicemembers and their families is immeasurable,\u201d said Rep. Phillips. \u201cWe always seem to find enough resources to send our men and women in uniform into harm\u2019s way, but we must ensure the families of those who do not return are given equal priority. Gold Star Spouses make unimaginable sacrifices and deserve unending respect and support. The Love Lives On Act is part of my mission to ensure our Gold Star Families have access every single benefit they are owed, and I\u2019m grateful to colleagues on both sides of the aisle for backing it.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nCurrently, a surviving spouse is at risk of losing survivor benefits if they are under the age of 55. The Love Lives On Act would ensure retention of many benefits from both the Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense upon remarriage no matter the surviving spouse's age. The bill includes surviving spouses of active-duty, veteran, and retired military personnel.\n\nLove Lives On Key Provisions:\n\nAllow surviving spouses to retain the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) and Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) if they remarry, regardless of age. The Survivor Benefit Plan provides up to 55% of a service member\u2019s retirement pay to an eligible beneficiary after the service member dies. The Dependency and Indemnity Compensation is a tax-free monthly benefit to survivors.\n\nGrant surviving spouses who remarry access to Commissary and Exchange benefits.\n\nAllow remarried surviving spouses with children access to electronic medical records, appointments, referrals, and prescription refills. The remarried surviving spouse would also be treated as a parent.\n\nAllow the surviving spouse to keep eligibility for education benefits under the Fry Scholarship and Dependents Education Assistance. The spouse would keep these benefits if their next marriage ended in death, divorce or annulment.\n\nSurviving spouses would also be able to regain TRICARE benefits if their new marriage ends in death, divorce or annulment.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-alma-adams-statement-outcome-2022-general-election", "Rep. Alma Adams Statement on the Outcome of the 2022 General Election", "2022-11-09", "2022", "2022-11", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Alma S. Adams", "A000370", "adams.house.gov", "adams", "https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "CHARLOTTE (November 8, 2022) \u2013 Following the preliminary results of the 2022 general election and her own reelection to the U.S. House of Representatives, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement:\n\n\u201cCongratulations to all of last night\u2019s winners, and thank you to every candidate and every voter across the country for participating in our democracy. While I am not happy about the results in every race, I accept the results of the election, and encourage my fellow Americans to do the same - though some results may take longer than others. A cornerstone of American democracy is supporting our entire country whether or not our partisan side was victorious in the election; as President Lincoln once said, \u2018We are not enemies, but friends. We must not be enemies. Though passion may have strained, it must not break our bonds of affection.\u2019\n\n\u201cI am proud of what we have accomplished under two years of President Biden\u2018s leadership, and I am excited to work for the residents of the 12th Congressional District for the rest of the 117th Congress, and after the new Congress is sworn in in January. Going forward, we will likely have to work together as a divided government. As the most senior of the seven Democratic members of North Carolina\u2019s delegation in the 118th Congress, I will continue to work with both sides of the aisle on our district\u2019s priorities.\n\n\u201cThe Charlotte region\u2019s greatest challenges - including housing, hunger, healthcare, higher education and the economy - are not partisan issues. There is much that we can and must accomplish together. I encourage everyone to take the passionate intensity they have felt today and over the past few weeks, and re-commit it in the pursuit of justice for all Americans. The work is not over, and I will continue to give my all for every resident of the 12th Congressional District in Congress.\u201d\n\nBackground\n\nThe current Congress will return to the Capitol next week to finish the work of the 117th Congress. Rep. Adams will represent the 12th Congressional District under its current boundaries, including Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, Davidson, Cornelius, Huntersville, Mint Hill, and parts of Pineville and Matthews. For the remainder of the 117th Congress, Rep. Adams continues to serve as vice chair of the House Agriculture Committee; chair of the Workforce Protections Subcommittee of the House Education & Labor Committee; and as a member of the House Financial Services Committee.\n\nThe 118th Congress will be sworn in on January 3, 2023. At that time, Rep. Adams will begin representing communities in Cabarrus County, and will continue to represent the majority of the people she currently represents in Charlotte and Mecklenburg County. She will be the most senior of North Carolina\u2019s seven congressional Democrats. New committee and leadership assignments in the 118th Congress will be announced in the coming months.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=400091", "Foxx, Flores, Steube Introduce Justice for Victims of Open Borders Act", "2022-11-03", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Virginia Foxx", "F000450", "foxx.house.gov", "foxx", "https://foxx.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Representatives Virginia Foxx (R-NC), Mayra Flores (R-TX), and Greg Steube (R-FL) announced the introduction of the Justice for Victims of Open Borders Act, a bill that would reform grant disbursements through the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) so that states must give priority to victims of violent crimes committed by people who are in the United States illegally.\n\n\u201cThe Biden administration\u2019s cataclysmic failures at our nation\u2019s southern border have led to a sizable surge in violent crime that puts every American and their families at risk,\u201d said Representative Foxx. \u201cIt\u2019s evident that President Biden is unwilling to address this issue, so we\u2019re taking a stand. I am immensely pleased to have two stalwart Republican leaders, Representative Mayra Flores, and Representative Greg Steube, co-lead this vital legislation. Their commitment to upholding law and order, and to protect every American citizen, is highly commendable.\u201d\n\n\u201cIt\u2019s important that victims of crime, committed by illegal immigrants, know that state and federal resources are with them in their time of need,\u201d said Representative Flores. \u201cI want victims to concentrate and prioritize their recovery and I thank my colleagues for helping me tackle this issue head-on.\u201d\n\n\u201cFor the safety of our nation and its citizens, we must address the rising crime due to Democrats\u2019 open border policies. That starts with accurate reporting and transparency so the American people can see for themselves the extent of crimes committed by illegal aliens,\u201d said Representative Steube. \u201cEqually as important, the Justice for Victims of Open Borders Act will ensure support is available for victims of violent crimes committed by illegal aliens.\u201d\n\nBackground\n\nThe Justice for Victims of Open Borders Act is a viable solution to address the influx of illegal aliens and rising crime due to open border policies \u2013 two issues that the federal government, and especially President Biden, have failed to address. Since this is a federal failure, a federal remedy is necessary, and Congress has the prerogative to encourage the states to help themselves.\n\nSpecifically, this bill would:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/11/tillis-helps-secure-125-million-grant-to-help-nc-families-combat-higher-heating-costs-this-winter", "Tillis Helps Secure $125 Million Grant to Help NC Families Combat Higher Heating Costs this Winter", "2022-11-02", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) announced that North Carolina was awarded $125.3 million in funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Administered through the Administration for Children and Families at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, this funding will help low-income individuals and families pay for home heating costs this winter and cover unpaid utility bills.\n\nPart of the funding for this grant comes from the bipartisan infrastructure bill Senator Tillis helped negotiate and pass into law. Specifically, LIHEAP helps low-income households pay home heating and cooling bills, prevent energy shutoffs, restore services, make minor energy-related home repairs, and weatherize homes to make them more energy efficient.\n\n\u201cHigh inflation is hurting North Carolinians in all areas of life, including higher utility bills as winter quickly approaches,\u201d said Senator Tillis. \u201cThis significant grant will go a long way to help low-income families pay their utility bills and keep their homes warm, and I am proud to have helped negotiate and pass the legislation that will make it happen.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/11/congresswoman-ross-leads-43-lawmakers-calling-us-soccer-federation-cooperate", "Congresswoman Ross Leads 43 Lawmakers in Calling on U.S. Soccer Federation to Cooperate with Investigation Into Systemic Abuse and Working Environment in Women\u2019s Soccer", "2022-11-01", "2022", "2022-11", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) led 43 Members of Congress in urging the U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF) to cooperate fully with the joint investigation into the working environments of all 12 teams in the National Women\u2019s Soccer League (NWSL) being conducted by the NWSL and NWSL Players Association (NWSLPA). While former acting Attorney General Sally Yates\u2019 investigation revealed systemic abuse and harassment rampant in the league, the lawmakers are calling on USSF not only to cooperate with the joint investigation but also to outline concrete plans to prevent future abuse. One year ago, Congresswoman Ross led a similar group of lawmakers in calling for an initial investigation following a series of disturbing reports of abuse and harassment faced by NWSL players.\n\n\u201cUntil individuals experiencing abuse feel comfortable coming forward with complaints or concerns to those in positions of authority, the systemic misconduct described in the report will continue. Only receptiveness to institutional flaws will lead to institutional improvement,\u201d the Members wrote.\n\nThe Members continued, \u201cIt is obviously unacceptable that players have been subjected to this level of systemic abuse in professional women\u2019s soccer. These exceptional athletes have the right to practice and play the sport they love without threats, coercion, or abuse. The investigation is an important step forward in ensuring women athletes have the protections they deserve, but the work does not stop here\u2026 The sport and the league are clearly in need of systemic reform, and this investigation by the U.S. Soccer Federation, as well as the joint NWSL-NWSLPA investigation, will provide critical insights into the changes required to ensure our athletes can safely continue to bring pride to our nation.\u201d\n\nThe Yates report revealed information about the working environment of the NWSL and in women\u2019s soccer generally, including abuse that often begins in youth soccer programs. Her report also outlined important steps that can help change the sport at all levels. In their letter, the lawmakers underscored that the Yates report is only the beginning of institutional change needed across women\u2019s soccer.\n\nIn Congress, Congresswoman Ross has led the push for reform in women\u2019s soccer. The North Carolina Courage is based in Congresswoman Ross\u2019 district. More than a year ago, the Courage\u2019s head coach, Paul Riley, was fired following reports of abuse endured by players on the team.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/11/tillis-announces-2-6-million-grant-to-improve-school-safety", "Tillis Announces $2.6 Million Grant to Improve School Safety", "2022-11-01", "2022", "2022-11", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) announced the Department of Justice\u2019s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) is awarding a $2.6 million grant to improve security at schools and on school grounds in six North Carolina school districts. Funds from the SVPP grant were made available through the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, legislation that Senator Tillis helped craft and pass into law.\n\nThe funds will be used for coordination with local law enforcement, training for local law enforcement officers to prevent school violence against others and self, metal detectors, locks, lighting, and other deterrent measures, technology for expedited notification of local law enforcement during an emergency, and/or any other measure that may provide a significant improvement in security.\n\n\u201cIt is crucial that our children and faculty feel safe and secure at school,\u201d said Senator Tillis. \u201cMany of our schools need updated security measures including metal detectors, locks, and improved technology. This grant is a big win for North Carolina schools and I was proud to help negotiate and support this bipartisan legislation to bring this investment to our great state.\u201d\n\nNorth Carolina School Districts - Total: $2.6 million\n\nBertie County Board of Education - $490,417\n\nJackson County Board of Education - $420,008\n\nPerson County Schools - $461,138\n\nRockingham County Schools - $495,843\n\nStanly County Schools - $333,654\n\nWilson County Schools - $411,261\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:24:37Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/10/congresswoman-ross-leads-nc-members-calling-doj-investigation-police-search", "Congresswoman Ross Leads NC Members in Calling for DOJ Investigation Into Police Search of Shaw University Students and Staff", "2022-10-28", "2022", "2022-10", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) led members of the North Carolina delegation in urging the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to conduct a thorough review of the search of eighteen Shaw University students that took place in Spartanburg, South Carolina earlier this month. The letter also calls for a pattern-of-practice investigation of the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office, which has received multiple allegations of racial bias in recent years. Congresswoman Ross represents Shaw University in Congress.\n\n\u201cShaw University, an HBCU in Raleigh, North Carolina, had chartered a bus to drive these students to the Center for Financial Advancement Conference in Atlanta. On October 5th, their bus was pulled over for a minor traffic violation in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. At this point, multiple deputies and drug-sniffing dogs searched the belongings of the students and staff in the vehicle. No illicit materials were found, and the students were left unnerved, confused, and humiliated. We are deeply troubled by this unfounded search of Shaw students,\u201d the Members wrote.\n\nThe Members continued, \u201cTo that end, we reiterate support for a DOJ investigation into this incident and any systemic patterns of misconduct by the Spartanburg County Sheriff\u2019s Office\u2026 We believe transparency and accountability are necessary for ensuring justice for the Shaw students directly involved in the incident, as well as the larger Shaw and Raleigh communities.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/10/tillis-leads-colleagues-raising-concerns-about-operational-integrity-of-the-sec", "Tillis Leads Colleagues Raising Concerns About Operational Integrity of the SEC", "2022-10-28", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC), Mike Crapo (R-ID), Tim Scott (R-SC), Mike Rounds (R-SD), Bill Hagerty (R-TN), and Steve Daines (R-MT) recently sent a letter to U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission(SEC) Chairman Gary Gensler questioning the operational integrity of the SEC following the recent release of the SEC Inspector General\u2019s Statement on the SEC\u2019s Management and Performance Challenges. Specifically, the report outlined a number of serious and systemic management issues that, if unaddressed, could significantly impact the ability of the SEC to effectively regulate U.S. markets.\n\nThe senators wrote, \u201cAs you are well aware, the report was submitted to your office on October 13, 2022. This statutorily-required and non-biased report is designed to identify the \u2018most serious management and performance challenges facing the SEC.\u2019 Unfortunately, portions of the report detail grave deficiencies within the SEC, especially pertaining to its workforce, level of rulemaking experience, and the length of public comment periods. Cumulatively, these deficiencies make it hard to understand how the SEC is adequately performing the necessary due-diligence and analysis required for its many pending rules.\u201d\n\nThe senators continued, \u201cSince the beginning of this year through August 29, 2022, the final date the report covers, the SEC introduced twenty-six new rule proposals. At over three rules per month, the twenty-six rules of 2022 are more than double the number introduced in the entirety of 2021 and the highest total in each of the past five years. Despite many outside groups repeatedly requesting the SEC slow its rulemaking tempo to ensure proper time for stakeholder feedback and deliberation, you publicly shrugged-off these concerns by characterizing the rulemaking pace under your leadership as \u2018right in the zone\u2019 of your predecessors.\u201d\n\n\u201cAmerica\u2019s public securities markets are the envy of the world, serving as tremendous sources of opportunity for businesses and individual Americans alike. Moreover, given the growing bifurcation of international markets and the rise of peer and near-peer competitors across the globe, it is imperative that the SEC works to ensure all regulatory actions it undertakes are well-conceived and allow U.S. markets to maintain their strategic edge. Any efforts to ram through hurried rulemaking without proper analysis, deliberation or consideration of downstream negative impacts is nothing short of regulatory malpractice. Instead, the SEC should focus on ensuring it meets its mission requirements to protect investors, maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets, and facilitate capital formation,\u201dthe senators concluded.\n\nRead the full letter here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressional-tri-caucus-hbcu-caucus-leaders-announce-endorsement", "Congressional Tri-Caucus & HBCU Caucus Leaders Announce Endorsement of Landmark IGNITE Legislation", "2022-10-27", "2022", "2022-10", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Alma S. Adams", "A000370", "adams.house.gov", "adams", "https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), founder and co-chair of the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus, along with Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chair Rep. Raul Ruiz (CA-36), Congressional Black Caucus Chair Rep. Joyce Beatty (OH-03), Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus Chair Rep. Judy Chu (CA-27), and HBCU Caucus co-chair Rep. French Hill (AR-02) announced the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, Congressional Black Caucus, and the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus have officially endorsed H.R. 8803, the IGNITE HBCU, TCU, and MSI Excellence Act. A predecessor to the bill, H.R. 3294, is cosponsored by 218 members of the House of Representatives.\n\nThis bill establishes a grant program to support infrastructure improvements of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), tribal colleges and universities (TCUs), and other minority-serving institutions (MSIs), including Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs).\n\nBeatty, Chu, and Ruiz released the following statement celebrating the endorsement:\n\n\"As leaders of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), and Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC), we are proud to announce the Congressional Tri-Caucus is endorsing the IGNITE HBCU, TCU, and MSI Excellence Act. The IGNITE bill is the most transformative legislation for Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs), Tribal Colleges & Universities (TCUs), Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs), and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs) in our lifetime. This legislation invests in our HBCU, TCU, and MSI facilities to give students state-of-the-art learning environments and enables these institutions to continue to be a critical source of diversity in the workforce for another century and beyond.\"\n\n\u201cWe urge the consideration and passage of the IGNITE HBCU, TCU, and MSI Excellence Act prior to the conclusion of the 117th Congress,\u201d the chairs concluded.\n\nThe Congressional Tri-Caucus is composed of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), and Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC).\n\nAdams and Hill released the following statement celebrating the endorsement:\n\n\"Congress supports our Historically Black Colleges and Universities as well as our Minority Serving Institutions,\" said Representatives Adams and Hill, co-chairs of the HBCU Caucus. \"Republicans and Democrats; Senators and Members of Congress; all of them are coming together to show their support for the IGNITE HBCU, TCU, and MSI Excellence Act. HBCU and MSI supporters know that while our institutions face unique challenges due to decades of underfunding, these colleges and universities produce a high return on investment in higher education.. It is time for the IGNITE Act to receive a vote as either an amendment or a stand-alone bill, and we implore our Congressional leadership to give Democrats and Republicans alike a chance to show our strong support for HBCUs and MSIs.\"\n\nCongresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. represents North Carolina's 12th Congressional District (Charlotte, Mecklenburg County). In 2015, she founded the first bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus in Congress. She is a double graduate of North Carolina A&T, the largest HBCU by enrollment in the United States, and serves on the House Committee on Education & Labor; the House Financial Services Committee; and the House Committee on Agriculture, which has jurisdiction over the 1890s HBCUs.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:28Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/10/congresswoman-ross-joins-secretary-vilsack-wh-infrastructure-coordinator-mitch", "Congresswoman Ross Joins Secretary Vilsack, WH Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu, Governor Cooper to Announce Funding for High-Speed Internet", "2022-10-27", "2022", "2022-10", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) joined U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack, White House Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu, and North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper to announce new federal investments in affordable, high-speed internet in North Carolina. Supported by funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, USDA is providing $759 million to bring reliable broadband to rural communities across the country. North Carolina\u2019s AccessOn Networks Inc. is receiving a $17.5 million grant to connect thousands of people, 100 businesses, 76 farms, and 22 educational facilities to internet in Halifax and Warren counties.\n\n\u201cI was honored to welcome Secretary Vilsack and White House Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu to Wake County today for this exciting announcement,\u201d said Congresswoman Ross. \u201cFrom the mountains to the coast, every home, classroom, and small business needs high-speed internet. Now more than ever, access to broadband can mean the difference between getting ahead and falling behind in our fast-paced, digital economy. I am grateful for the leadership of partners like Governor Cooper, who is prioritizing broadband access across our state. I will keep fighting for transformational investments in our communities and our people like the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which provided the broadband funding we are celebrating today.\u201d\n\nThe $759 million in loans and grants comes from the third funding round of the ReConnect Program. As part of today\u2019s announcement, North Carolina\u2019s AccessOn Networks Inc. is receiving a $17.5 million grant. This project will serve socially vulnerable communities in Halifax and Warren counties as well as people in the Haliwa-Saponi Tribal Statistical Area.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/10/tillis-announces-17-5-million-rural-broadband-grant-for-warren-and-halifax-counties", "Tillis Announces $17.5 Million Rural Broadband Grant for Warren and Halifax Counties", "2022-10-27", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) announced the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has awarded Warren County and Halifax County a $17.5 million grant to improve broadband and comes from the bipartisan infrastructure package which Senator Tillis helped negotiate and pass into law.\n\nThis Rural Development investment will be used to deploy a fiber-to-the-premises network to connect 5,434 people, 100 businesses, 76 farms and 22 educational facilities to high-speed internet in Halifax and Warren Counties in North Carolina. AccessOn Networks Inc. will make high-speed internet service affordable by participating in the FCC's Affordable Connectivity and Lifeline programs.\n\n\u201cReliable broadband is crucial to perform the functions of everyday life, and this $17.5 million grant will go a long way to providing that for North Carolinians in Warren and Halifax Counties,\u201d said Senator Tillis. \u201cI was proud to help negotiate and support the bipartisan infrastructure law to bring this investment to our great state.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/10/tillis-colleagues-seek-answers-on-foreseeable-baby-formula-shortages-call-for-gao-study", "Tillis, Colleagues Seek Answers on Foreseeable Baby Formula Shortages, Call for GAO Study", "2022-10-26", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) and his colleagues recently sent a letter to the Government Accountability Office (GAO) seeking answers on recent baby formula shortages and asking for an investigation into the impact sole-source contracts in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program may have had. The share of formula in the United States that is consumed by WIC infants is estimated to be over 50 percent.\n\n\u201cWe have heard concerns expressed about the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) impact on the infant formula market, in particular in the light of current supply shortages,\u201d the senators wrote. \u201cThe shut-down of the Abbott manufacturing plant led to foreseeable shortages of certain infant formula products for WIC participants, but also affects non-WIC formula buyers, retailers and grocers.\u201d\n\n\u201cTo address the high cost of infant formula under WIC, states were required to pursue cost containment systems in 1989 under the Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization Act. As a result, all states pursued sole-source contracts with infant formula manufacturers, who then sends rebates to the WIC state agency. These rebates have saved the WIC program between $1 to $2 billion annually. While these savings have allowed the WIC program to stretch funding farther, some stakeholders have expressed concerns with unintended consequences these contracts have on the market,\u201d the senators continued.\n\nGAO recently shared confirmation that they will conduct the study.\n\nThe senators requested a GAO analysis that answers the following questions:\n\nHow did the price of infant formula change for both WIC and non-WIC customers after the introduction of sole-source rebates?\n\nHow did particular market characteristics such as market concentration, methods of marketing, and barriers to entry impact the size of the rebates offered by manufacturers?\n\nHow have sole-source contracting and minimum infant formula stocking requirements impacted independent and small retailers?\n\nWhat legislative or regulatory changes could improve sole-source contracting? What other measures could address cost containment of infant formula under WIC?\n\nThe full text of the letter is available here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/10/representatives-ross-ohalleran-introduce-legislation-support-women-law", "Representatives Ross, O\u2019Halleran Introduce Legislation to Support Women in Law Enforcement", "2022-10-25", "2022", "2022-10", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) and Congressman Tom O\u2019Halleran (AZ-01) introduced the Supporting Women with Career Opportunities in Policing Services (COPS) Act to incentivize more women to join law enforcement by revising biased hiring practices and establishing standards for female officer retention and promotion. Currently, only 12% of the nation\u2019s police officers are women, a number that has remained largely unchanged for more than 25 years. Women are often hindered by outdated hiring processes that focus on physical strength and force. Additionally, research shows that hiring more women could have a positive effect on police performance.\n\n\u201cPolice officers put their lives on the line every day to keep our communities safe, and it\u2019s critical that we invest in their success,\u201d said Congresswoman Ross. \u201cOur law enforcement agencies are stronger when their officers reflect the people and the communities they serve. We need to give our local police departments the resources they need to recruit and retain the best and brightest talent, including women. Wake County is leading the nation with three outstanding female police chiefs, and the Supporting Women COPS Act is an important step forward to building on this progress across all levels of law enforcement. I look forward to working with Congressman O\u2019Halleran to advance this important legislation.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs a former law enforcement officer, I saw firsthand the barriers to success my women colleagues faced as they sought to protect and serve their communities,\u201d said Congressman O\u2019Halleran. \u201cThese brave, hardworking officers deserve fair hiring processes, pay, and treatment as they strive to keep families safe and better represent the Americans they serve. That\u2019s why I\u2019m proud to join Congresswoman Ross to introduce this commonsense legislation that supports women in law enforcement, incentivizes hiring, and updates out-of-date practices that create barriers for women officers.\u201d\n\n\u201cAs we continue to navigate the challenges of recruitment and retention in law enforcement, we must be deliberate in creating an inclusive environment for those interested in the field, as well as those currently serving,\u201d said Raleigh Police Chief Estella Patterson. \u201cThis piece of legislation speaks to both scenarios and enhances the vital role women play at all levels in law enforcement. It will serve as a strong recruitment tool in educating and encouraging women who may feel they cannot perform or excel in this field. I look forward to the positive impacts the Supporting Women COPS Act will have within our organizations and the services we provide to the community.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Supporting Women COPS Act will be pivotal for the law enforcement profession,\u201d said Kym Craven, Executive Director of the National Association of Women Law Enforcement Executives (NAWLEE). \u201cThis historic bill will help advance the role of women in law enforcement in a way that is unprecedented. Women are underrepresented in law enforcement and this needs to change. Research shows the importance and impact of women in law enforcement. They use less force and less excessive force; are named in fewer complaints and lawsuits; are perceived by communities as being more honest and compassionate; achieve better outcomes for crime victims, especially in sexual assault cases; and make fewer discretionary arrests, especially of non-white residents. NAWLEE is pleased to support the bill and welcomes the change that will result.\u201d\n\nThe Supporting Women COPS Act:\n\nEstablishes a task force on women in law enforcement.\n\nRequires this task force to release a report with recommendations on hiring standards for law enforcement officers that do not disadvantage applicants based on sex, for female officer retention, and for female advancement to leadership roles in law enforcement.\n\nIncentivizes states to adopt these recommendations by offering them an increase in their normal Byrne JAG totals by 5% per year.\n\nAuthorizes $40 million per year to pay for these incentives and authorizes DOJ to provide technical assistance to states looking to adopt the task force\u2019s recommendations.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:28Z"], ["https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-issa-press-biden-administration-on-shortfall-of-smallpox-vaccine", "Hudson, Issa Press Biden Administration on Shortfall of Smallpox Vaccine", "2022-10-24", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Richard Hudson", "H001067", "hudson.house.gov", "hudson", "https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representatives Richard Hudson (R-NC) and Darrell Issa (R-CA) sent a letter to HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra detailing serious concerns with the Biden administration\u2019s poor handling of the Strategic National Stockpile\u2019s dwindling supply of smallpox vaccines. In their letter, the Congressmen demand clear answers to address the Administration's failure to prepare for a potentially devastating crisis.\n\n\"While the Biden administration has decided to devote considerable attention to the emerging, yet rare, monkeypox outbreak, I am deeply concerned about recent reports regarding the impact of these efforts on our nation\u2019s supply of smallpox vaccines,\" said Rep. Hudson. \"As a leader on strengthening our strategic national stockpile and preparing our nation for future pandemics and biological threats, I am proud to join with Rep. Issa in holding the Biden administration accountable to ensure all Americans are protected from smallpox and other potential health security threats. Particularly with recent nuclear and biological threats coming from abroad, the Administration must provide answers and a plan to be prepared.\"\n\n\"Every presidential administration owes the American people its absolute best when it comes to protecting the homeland and adequately preparing for the crises we know can occur. By any objective measure, this is a test the Biden Administration has failed,\" said Rep. Issa. \"By not making it a priority to wisely manage our emergency supply of critical smallpox vaccines, the Biden Administration has ignored the obvious lessons of the last pandemic, failed a core responsibility of governance, and put the nation at risk. That\u2019s why Rep. Hudson and I are demanding the facts and insisting on solutions. We certainly haven\u2019t gotten either one so far.\"\n\nThe letter cites a report by the Government Accountability Office released on October 17, 2022 detailing concerns over severe shortfalls in the Strategic National Stockpile. Read the entire letter here.\n\nRep. Hudson is an active member of House Republicans' Healthy Future Task Force and sits on the Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:28Z"], ["https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-waltz-gallagher-banks-demand-answers-regarding-chinese-police-arm-nyc", "Murphy, Waltz, Gallagher, Banks Demand Answers Regarding Chinese Police Arm in NYC", "2022-10-24", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Gregory F. Murphy", "M001210", "murphy.house.gov", "murphy", "https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Reps. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03), Mike Waltz (FL-06), Jim Banks (IN-03), and Mike Gallagher (WI-08) sent a follow up letter to the Department of Justice, the Department of State, and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding reports that the People\u2019s Republic of China (PRC) has established a police presence in New York City. In the letter, the members call for an in-person hearing to examine how Chinese police were able to establish a law enforcement branch in the United States.\n\nThe members write, \u201cWe are writing to follow up on the letter that was sent to you on October 7th, 2022, which was signed by twenty-one Members of Congress and requested a response by October 22nd, 2022. The letter expressed grave concerns about reports that the police authorities of the People\u2019s Republic of China (PRC) have opened an overseas police service station in New York City.\u201d\n\n\u201cSafeguard Defenders, a Spain based human rights organization, released a report last month titled 110 Overseas: Chinese Transnationals Policing Gone Wild about the PRC\u2019s recently established overseas police service stations in 21 countries. The report raises alarming questions about the nature and operations of the PRC police service stations, which \u201ceschew official bilateral judicial cooperation and violate the international rule of law and may violate the territorial integrity in third countries involved in setting up a parallel policing mechanism using illegal methods,\u201d the members continue.\n\nAt the conclusion of their letter, the members ask the following questions:\n\nSince the release of the Safeguard Defense report, has the State Department or Justice Department taken any action, investigative or otherwise, with respect to the PRC\u2019s overseas police service station in New York City?\n\nDo the presence of the PRC police service station in New York City and its operation violate any U.S. laws?\n\nFollowing the release of our letter dated on October 7th, we learned that the Chinese hometown organization American ChangLe Association, which is hosting the PRC police service station in question, has had its tax-exempt status revoked for failure to submit tax filings to IRS.[1] Given that, is the IRS enforcing the penalty under Section 6652(c) with regards to America ChangLe Association NY Inc.?\n\nRead the full letter HERE.\n\nBackground: Earlier this month, twenty-one members of Congress, including Murphy, Waltz, Banks, and Gallagher, sent a letter pressing the Biden administration as to why it has allowed a hostile foreign adversary to conduct law enforcement activities within the United States. In the letter, the members ask the Biden administration to divulge any knowledge of this situation and demand a hearing to examine the threat this Chinese police presence may pose to U.S. national security.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:28Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/10/tillis-colleagues-push-back-on-proposed-noaa-rule", "Tillis, Colleagues Push Back on Proposed NOAA Rule", "2022-10-24", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) and his colleagues recently sent a letter to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) regarding a recently proposed change to the North Atlantic Right Whale (NARW) Vessel Strike Reduction Rule. In their letter, the senators argue the rule change would slow operations at the port, hurt sport fishers and boat manufacturers, and threaten the lives of harbor pilots.\n\n\u201cAfter briefings from our harbor pilots and ports experts, the proposed changes as we understand them would challenge navigation safety, endanger mariners, and threaten the viability of South Carolina, North Carolina and Florida ports, as well as the boating and fishing industries and communities in our states,\u201d the senators wrote.\n\n\u201cAgain, while we support NOAA\u2019s efforts to protect the NARW, these efforts should not put mariners in danger, or unnecessarily disrupt the maritime supply chain that is so important to our country\u2019s economy and national security. We urge NOAA to work in good faith with key stakeholders, including ports, pilots, shipping, and labor organizations, to modify its proposal so that the NARW is protected, but the unintended consequences discussed above can be eliminated,\u201d the senators concluded.\n\nRead the letter in full here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:28Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/10/tillis-legislation-to-provide-cost-of-living-adjustment-to-veterans-signed-into-law", "Tillis Legislation To Provide Cost-of-Living Adjustment to Veterans Signed Into Law", "2022-10-24", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Recently, the Veterans\u2019 Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2022, legislation introduced by U.S Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) to provide a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for veterans\u2019 disability compensation and dependency and indemnity compensation beneficiaries, was signed into law.\n\n\u201cLike millions of Americans, veterans who served our country are facing rising costs from inflation and their well-earned benefits are not keeping up,\u201d said Senator Tillis. \u201cI am proud to have co-introduced this critical legislation to ensure their benefits keep up with the cost of living.\u201d\n\nThe bill would increase certain VA benefits including disability and dependent compensation, clothing allowances, and dependency and indemnity compensation for surviving spouses and children to reflect increases in the cost of living. The cost of living adjustment will be determined by the annual COLA adjustment to social security benefits, as determined by the Social Security Administration, and would go into effect Dec. 1, 2022. The Social Security Administration bases their annual COLA adjustment on the Consumer Price Index, as determined each December by the Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-fights-for-access-to-the-covid-19-vaccine", "Hudson Fights for Access to the COVID-19 Vaccine", "2022-10-20", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Richard Hudson", "H001067", "hudson.house.gov", "hudson", "https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC) released the following statement after the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices voted to recommend the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) add COVID-19 vaccines to the immunization schedule for children.\n\n\"COVID-19 vaccines delivered through Operation Warp Speed helped save lives at the outset of the pandemic. However, I oppose the CDC adding this experimental vaccine to the immunization schedule for children who face extremely low risk of danger from COVID-19. Just as I have led opposition to COVID vaccine mandates for the military, I will oppose states and districts imposing mandates on children in our schools following today's vote,\" said Rep. Hudson. \"As the CDC makes a final determination, the agency must come before Congress and explain its decision to the American people.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:28Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/10/tillis-announces-1-4-million-for-north-carolina-law-enforcement", "Tillis Announces $1.4 Million for North Carolina Law Enforcement", "2022-10-20", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) announced the Department of Justice\u2019s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) awarded more than $1.4 million in grants to the state of North Carolina to advance and support office recruitment and retention, crisis intervention, de-escalation training, and provide technical assistance to law enforcement agencies.\n\n\u201cLaw enforcement officers risk their lives every single day to keep our communities safe, and they deserve training and resources that help them handle the most difficult situations,\u201d said Senator Tillis. \u201cThis funding will provide necessary resources and training that will improve safety for law enforcement officers and I applaud the DOJ for their investment in North Carolina\u2019s brave men and women.\u201d\n\nSpecifically, North Carolina will receive:\n\n2022 Community Policing Development (CPD) Program Awards:\n\nCity of Greenville, Microgrants/ Officer Recruitment and Retention: $175,000\n\nCity of Kinston, Law Enforcement Agency De-Escalation Grants: $150,000\n\nCity of New Bern, Implementing Crisis Intervention Teams: $350,000\n\nNorth Carolina Department of Justice Enhancing Existing Law Enforcement Accreditation Entities: $299,051\n\nTown of Wilkesboro, Law Enforcement Agency De-Escalation Grants: $77,112\n\nTotal: $1,051,163\n\n2022 Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act (LEMHWA) Program Awards:\n\nCity of Asheville, Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act Implementation Projects: $175,000\n\nCity of Charlotte, Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act Implementation Projects: $175,000\n\nTotal: $350,000\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:28Z"], ["https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-introduces-esg-legislation-protect-american-retirement-savings", "Murphy Introduces ESG Legislation to Protect American Retirement Savings", "2022-10-19", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Gregory F. Murphy", "M001210", "murphy.house.gov", "murphy", "https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) introduced the Safeguarding Investment Options for Retirement Act alongside Reps. Carol Miller (WV-03), David Schweikert (AZ-06), and Lloyd Smucker (PA-11). The legislation aims to protect investors from having politically motivated \u2018woke\u2019 environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues put ahead of hardworking Americans\u2019 investment returns.\n\n\u201cThe Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) is supposed to protect retirement investment plans by requiring plan managers to be subject to fiduciary responsibilities,\u201d said Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. \u201cHowever, the Biden administration\u2019s proposed changes to ERISA abandon fiduciary responsibility by allowing \u2018woke\u2019 ESG factors to dictate investment returns \u2013 putting Americans\u2019 retirement savings at risk. Our commonsense legislation would impose strict enforcement measures to ensure that \u2018woke\u2019 Biden policies do not hinder Americans\u2019 retirement savings. I am grateful to Republican Attorney Generals across the nation who are fighting back against the Biden administration\u2019s radical policies and leading the charge against ESG at the state level.\u201d\n\n\u201cWe need to do everything we can to not let this radical woke agenda derail the fiduciary obligations of plans to protect the hard-earned retirement savings of Americans,\u201d said West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey. \u201cThis bill would put in critical guard rails to prevent far left schemes from robbing people of the full returns on their investments that they deserve. As Attorney General of West Virginia, I am standing firm with my colleagues to fight back against the Biden administration\u2019s ESG policies that are waging an all-out war against traditional American energy and values.\u201d\n\n\u201cWashington liberals have weaponized the economy to attack our energy producers and force their woke ESG agenda on hardworking Americans,\u201d said Rep. Carol Miller. \u201cDr. Murphy\u2019s bill is an important safeguard against the Biden Administration\u2019s attempts to dictate investment returns based on unfounded ESG factors. At the state and federal levels, we must push back against these radical policies, protect Americans\u2019 retirement savings, and empower our energy industry.\u201d\n\n\"Protecting our retirees stems from a fiduciary duty, not a political agenda,\u201d said Rep. David Schweikert. \u201cIt is imperative the Biden administration does not go forward with its proposals to jeopardize the savings of our retirees by changing the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). Our seniors are suffering enough under this administration, this ESG agenda would push hard-working Americans further into misery and wipe out even more of their savings.\"\n\nBackground:\n\nOn October 14, 2021, the Department of Labor proposed changes to ERISA regulations that \u201cmay often require\u201d environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors in retirement plans governed by ERISA. Recent data shows that large-cap funds with higher ESG ratings have seen a worse overall performance compared to those with lower ESG ratings. In fact, funds with a higher rating saw a loss of 13 percent on average last year. Rep. Murphy\u2019s Safeguarding Retirement Investment Options Act mandates a fiduciary of a plan to act solely in the interest of the participants and beneficiaries of the plan. This legislation builds upon similar legislation introduced by Reps. Andy Barr (KY-06) and Rick Allen (GA-12) earlier this year.\n\nSupport: America First Policy Institute, American Energy Alliance, ALEC Action, American Securities Association, Americans for Prosperity, Americans for Tax Reform, Competitive Enterprise Institute, FreedomWorks\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:28Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/10/tillis-leads-letter-seeking-answers-on-changed-paypal-policy-to-financially-punish-customers-over-misinformation", "Tillis Leads Letter Seeking Answers On Changed PayPal Policy to Financially Punish Customers Over \u2018Misinformation\u2019", "2022-10-19", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) recently led a letter to Paypal, also signed by Senators Pat Toomey (R-PA), Tim Scott (R-SC), Bill Hagerty (R-TN), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and Steve Daines (R-MT), seeking answers over PayPal\u2019s recent announcement of a policy intended to financially punish its own customers for expressing views which PayPal arbitrarily classifies as \u201cmisinformation.\u201d Though PayPal ultimately rescinded the policy before it could go into effect, the Senators \u201cremain concerned about the processes and values in place at PayPal that allowed a policy such as this to move forward in the first place.\u201d\n\nThe senators wrote, \u201cAs widely reported, PayPal issued an update to the terms and conditions of its AUP, which is scheduled to take effect on November 3, 2022. This update included language that would have allowed PayPal to fine any one of its 429 million users up to $2,500 per offense for spreading \u2018misinformation.\u2019 Disturbingly, the drafting of the policy gave PayPal \u2018sole discretion\u2019 regarding what constitutes \u2018misinformation.\u2019 In effect, PayPal sought the ability to define, then punish its users\u2019 public thoughts.\u201d\n\nThe senators continued, \u201cAdditionally, PayPal attempted to downplay the dramatic shift in policy this provision envisioned by arguing that its user agreement \u2018has long-stated that PayPal can take funds of up to $2,500 or local equivalent from an account for each violation of the Acceptable Use Policy.\u2019 Yet a review of PayPal\u2019s current Prohibited Activities list shows the vast majority of violations arise from breaches of public law or transactions for specific disfavored items or business practices. The addition of a vague prohibition on spreading \u2018misinformation\u2019 not only would have concerningly expanded the scope of punishable actions, but also would have decreased clarity and increased subjectivity within the Prohibited Activities list. PayPal users deserve clear rules of the road for using the platform, not punishments for open-ended, subjective offenses.\u201d\n\n\u201cGreater encroachment by large technology and financial companies into public speech will only exacerbate Americans\u2019 increasing mistrust of such institutions. Moreover, countless major news events over the past several years have taught us that public information continually evolves, often causing individuals, groups, and organizations to reassess what once appeared to be settled fact. Given this reality, policies that empower companies to punish individuals\u2019 beliefs by acting as arbiters of fact in our ever-changing news and public debate environment represent poor business decisions. Instead, large technology and financial institutions should focus on serving the needs of their customers without bias,\u201d the senators concluded.\n\nRead the full letter here.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:28Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/10/tillis-leahy-legislation-supporting-creative-students-signed-into-law", "Tillis, Leahy Legislation Supporting Creative Students Signed Into Law", "2022-10-19", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 This week, the ARTS Act, legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Patrick Leahy (D-VT) to direct the Register of Copyrights to waive the copyright registration fee for winners of the Congressional Art Competition and the Congressional App Competition, was signed into law.\n\nBoth of these competitions, sponsored and led by the House of Representatives, encourage talented students to engage in the arts and coding. These students are recognized by each district and for the winners of the Congressional Art Competition, their work is displayed in the tunnel between the House office buildings.\n\n\u201cEvery year, talented students across the country participate in the Congressional Art Competition and the Congressional App Competition, with the winners displaying their work in the United States Capitol,\u201d said Senator Tillis. \u201cI am proud to have worked with my friend Senator Leahy on a bipartisan, bicameral basis to enact this legislation so each student is introduced to the benefits of copyright protection and I applaud President Biden for signing this legislation into law.\u201d\n\n\u201cI am so pleased that earlier this week, the President signed into law the Artistic Recognition for Talented Students (ARTS) Act,\u201dsaid Senator Leahy. \u201cSenator Tillis and I first introduced this bill three years ago and it has been a priority for us both ever since. The bill allows the Register of Copyrights to waive the copyright registration fee for winners of the Congressional Art Competition and the Congressional App Competition eliminating any cost barrier that exists for students trying to protect their works. I look forward to continuing to work with Senator Tillis on getting our other intellectual property priorities to the President\u2019s desk.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T18:34:28Z"], ["https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudsons-mobile-health-care-act-signed-into-law", "Hudson's MOBILE Health Care Act Signed Into Law", "2022-10-18", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Richard Hudson", "H001067", "hudson.house.gov", "hudson", "https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 U.S. Representative Richard Hudson's (R-NC) bipartisan MOBILE Health Care Act has been signed into law by President Joe Biden. This new law will increase access to affordable, quality health care in rural and underserved communities by allowing community health centers to use New Access Point (NAP) grants for establishing mobile health units. This was Hudson's twenty-first bill to pass the House this Congress and the ninth to be signed into law.\n\n\"The MOBILE Health Care Act is critical for improving health care quality and access across our country,\" said Rep. Hudson. \"I am proud this bill has been signed into law and will continue working to deliver commonsense results like this that improve our community, state, and nation.\"\n\nAlong with Rep. Hudson, Representatives Susie Lee (D-NV), Raul Ruiz, M.D. (D-CA), and Jaime Herrera Beutler (R-WA) served as original House cosponsors on the legislation. Senators Jackie Rosen (D-NV) and Susan Collins (R-ME) served as original cosponsors on the companion piece in the Senate.\n\nIn North Carolina, 18 community health centers currently operate 38 mobile units. For North Carolina\u2019s 43 total community health centers and the nearly 750,000 patients they serve across 400 clinical locations, this law will help them to expand their current services to meet patients\u2019 current and future needs.\n\nH.R. 5141 was supported by the North Carolina Community Health Center Association, Cabarrus Rowan Community Health Centers, Inc., and Community Free Clinic in Concord. This is in addition to the National Association of Community Health Centers, National Rural Health Association, American Dental Association, and National Health Care for the Homeless Council.\n\nLast week, Rep. Hudson was awarded with the 2022 Distinguished Community Health Center Advocate Award by the National Association of Community Health Centers for his leadership on the MOBILE Health Care Act and continued support of health centers.\n\nRep. Hudson is an active member of House Republicans' Healthy Future Task Force and sits on the Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee. For more information on the MOBILE Health Care Act, click here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/10/representatives-ross-price-lead-push-improved-mail-delivery-research-triangle", "Representatives Ross, Price Lead Push for Improved Mail Delivery in Research Triangle Park", "2022-10-18", "2022", "2022-10", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "On behalf of Representatives Deborah Ross (NC-02) and David Price (NC-04), the U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Reform sent a letter to U.S. Postal Service (USPS) Postmaster General Louis DeJoy seeking information on the poor delivery service in North Carolina\u2019s Research Triangle Park (RTP). The letter follows an initial request made by Representatives Ross and Price in August 2022. After decades of growth, RTP has become the largest research park in the United States, with 60,000 employees from 300 companies spread across 7,000 acres of land. Yet, despite its vast size and economic impact, RTP relies on a single U.S. Post Office that does not offer basic services, including delivery, to the RTP area.\n\n\u201cNorth Carolinians depend on fast, reliable mail delivery\u2014from getting important medications to exercising their right to vote,\u201d said Congresswoman Ross. \u201cAs one of the fastest growing areas in the country and a major economic engine for the region, the Research Triangle Park needs speedy, efficient mail service to ensure we meet the needs of our businesses and constituents. I thank Congressman Price for working with me to ensure the post office on Alexander Drive has the resources it needs to keep up with growth in RTP, and I appreciate Chairman Connolly\u2019s work elevating this issue. I look forward to the Postmaster General\u2019s response.\u201d\n\n\u201cThe Research Triangle Park is a key driver of economic growth in our region, but lacks the postal infrastructure needed to keep up with the demand,\u201d said Congressman Price. \u201cAs the members representing this region, Congresswoman Ross and I will continue to work to solidify consistent mail service for our constituents in North Carolina, and applaud Chairman Gerry Connolly's attention to this issue.\u201d\n\n\u201cThere are 400 companies in RTP that employ 60,000 North Carolina residents,\u201d said Scott Levitan, President & CEO of the Research Triangle Foundation. \u201cThe Research Triangle Foundation of NC is building a $2B town center, HUB RTP, that will house over 2,500 new residents. RTP does not receive mail delivery and the condition of the RTP post office and service levels at the pick-up window provided by the USPS are untenable. We appreciate the efforts of the offices of Representatives Ross and Price to elevate these service issues to resolve.\u201d\n\nIn this letter, the Committee requested information about how the Postal Service plans to address the personnel shortages and lack of delivery services at RTP and whether it has explored locating additional post office buildings or resources throughout the region to ensure better service.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-dr-greg-murphy-republican-path-forward", "ICYMI: Dr. Greg Murphy: \u201cA Republican Path Forward\u201d", "2022-10-17", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Gregory F. Murphy", "M001210", "murphy.house.gov", "murphy", "https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Greenville, N.C. \u2013 Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. published an opinion piece in the North State Journal detailing the House Republican \u201cCommitment to America\u201d policy agenda. Murphy argues that when Republicans retake the House majority, the GOP will fight for an economy that is strong, a nation that is safe, a future that is free, and a government that is accountable. Read the full op-ed HERE or click below.\n\nDr. Greg Murphy: A Republican Path Forward\n\nOctober 13, 2022\n\nUnder Democrats\u2019 one-party control of Washington, our economy is in the gutter; the cost of groceries, gasoline, and everyday services have skyrocketed; crime is surging; and the southern border is wide open. House Republicans have a bold, conservative agenda to reverse President Biden\u2019s self-inflicted crises and get our nation back on track.\n\nAn Economy that is Strong\n\nPresident Biden\u2019s reckless spending has caused inflation to skyrocket from 1.4 percent to a record 8.3 percent in less than two years. As a result, millions of hardworking American families are suffering under 40-year record high inflation \u2013 and the average family is spending $717 more each month to buy the same goods and services as last year.\n\nHouse Republicans will build an economy that is strong. That means reducing wasteful government spending, cutting taxes, and unleashing American innovation. Our plan would also require the Biden Administration to embrace an all-of-the-above energy approach to reduce our dependency on foreign nations and power our economy with American-made energy. Reestablishing American energy independence will go a long way to improve access to secure, reliable energy and lower costs for American families.\n\nA Nation that is Safe\n\nDemocrats\u2019 soft-on-crime policies have caused violent crime to surge across America. This year, homicide rates have increased by roughly 50 percent, and aggravated assaults have increased by 39 percent since 2019. What\u2019s worse, the \u2018defund the police\u2019 movement has put our brave law enforcement officers in danger \u2013 and intentional killings of police officers are at a 20-year high.\n\nOur Commitment to America will fund 200,000 new police officers to protect our streets and crack down on weak district attorneys and prosecutors who refuse to hold criminals accountable. Importantly, Republicans will make securing the southern border a top priority to stop the unmitigated flow of deadly fentanyl which is poisoning American children and adults.\n\nA Future Built on Freedom\n\nGovernment lockdowns and mandates have set our children back and caused undo harm to parents and families across the nation. Just one year ago, Attorney General Merrick Garland issued a memo equating parents to \u2018domestic terrorists,\u2019 and he allowed union bosses to dictate school reopenings. By passing the Parents\u2019 Bill of Rights, House Republicans will put parents in the driver\u2019s seat and allow families to make their own decisions about their children\u2019s education. It\u2019s also vital that we secure our constitutional liberties, including free speech protections on university campuses, and confront big tech censorship.\n\nFreedom in medicine is another essential pillar. Instead of a government-mandated, socialized health care system, Republicans are committed to lowering healthcare costs through transparency and competition and improving access to life-saving cures and medicine. As a member of the Healthy Futures Task Force, I\u2019ve been proud to develop solutions that modernize health care, safeguard telehealth access, crack down on fraud, waste, and abuse, and expand access to patient-centered technologies.\n\nA Government that is Accountable\n\nThe Biden Administration has leveraged its political power to enact a far-left radical agenda at the expense of the American people. So far, this Administration has not been held accountable for any of its self-inflicted disasters, from the horrific Afghanistan withdrawal to the unprecedented border crisis. When Republicans take control in January, we will exercise congressional oversight to restore the people\u2019s voice and give Americans answers about the origins of COVID-19, the politicization of the DOJ and FBI, and so much more.\n\nThe Biden Administration is a self-serving bureaucracy whereby extreme ideologies and a quest for power have left the American people in the dust. The Republican Commitment to America shows a better path forward in which the federal government works for Americans, not against them. Starting on day one of a Republican majority, we will work tirelessly to deliver an economy that's strong, a country that's safe, a future that's built on freedom, and a government that's accountable \u2013 that\u2019s our Commitment to America.\n\nRep. Greg Murphy, M.D. has represented North Carolina\u2019s Third Congressional District since 2019. A practicing urologist of more than 30 years, Murphy is a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, serving on the Health, Oversight, and Worker and Family Support Subcommittees. He is the Vice Chairman of the House GOP Doctors Caucus.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-releases-statement-on-harnett-county-courthouse-mask-arrest", "Hudson Releases Statement on Harnett County Courthouse Mask Arrest", "2022-10-16", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Richard Hudson", "H001067", "hudson.house.gov", "hudson", "https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC) released the following statement on the arrest of Harnett County jury candidate Gregory Hahn for not wearing a mask ordered by Superior Court Judge Charles Gilchrist.\n\n\"Judge Gilchrist's ruling is outrageous. Even if you agree with the Judge's perspective on masks, Hahn should have never been arrested. There are other ways it could have been handled,\" said Rep. Hudson.\n\nHahn, a reported Navy veteran and single father, was jailed for 24 hours for not wearing a mask during an appearance for jury duty, despite no mask mandate existing in North Carolina, Harnett County, or the Lillington courthouse. Judge Gilchrist was first appointed as a judge in the 11th Judicial District by former Gov. Bev Perdue in 2010.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/10/congresswoman-ross-statement-mass-shooting-east-raleigh", "Congresswoman Ross Statement on the Mass Shooting in East Raleigh", "2022-10-14", "2022", "2022-10", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the following statement on the mass shooting in East Raleigh:\n\n\u201cMy heart is heavy today as we mourn the five lives tragically taken by gun violence, including an off-duty police officer. I am extraordinarily grateful for the swift response from our local and state law enforcement officers who put their own lives on the line to keep our community safe during this horrifying tragedy.\n\n\u201cHow many communities and families must experience this senseless bloodshed before we finally say enough is enough? Gun violence has plagued our schools, houses of worship, and other public spaces for far too long. I am devastated that Raleigh is next in the long line of American communities forever changed by a mass shooting. No American should be forced to endure this kind of unspeakable anguish and grief.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-receives-2022-distinguished-community-health-center-advocate-award", "Hudson Receives 2022 Distinguished Community Health Center Advocate Award", "2022-10-13", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Richard Hudson", "H001067", "hudson.house.gov", "hudson", "https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 At a local community health center today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC) was presented with the 2022 Distinguished Community Health Center Advocate Award by the National Association of Community Health Centers for his leadership of the MOBILE Health Care Act and continued support of health centers. Rep. Hudson's bipartisan legislation recently passed the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate and will allow community health centers to expand access to care in rural and underserved areas.\n\n\"Community health centers are critical for ensuring the health and wellbeing of folks across our region. I am proud that my bipartisan MOBILE Health Care Act was approved by Congress and will soon help centers like the one I toured today provide affordable, quality health care by allowing them to use New Access Point grants for establishing mobile health units,\" said Rep. Hudson. \"Thank you to the National and North Carolina Community Health Center Associations for their support and I look forward to building on this legislation to help provide a healthier, happier future for all Americans.\"\n\nThe MOBILE Health Care Act was approved by the House last month and will soon travel to President Joe Biden\u2019s desk to be signed into law. For North Carolina\u2019s 43 total community health centers and the nearly 750,000 patients they serve across 400 clinical locations, this bill will help them to expand their services to meet patients\u2019 current and future needs.\n\nH.R. 5141 was supported by the North Carolina Community Health Center Association, Cabarrus Rowan Community Health Centers, Inc., and Community Free Clinic in Concord. This is in addition to the National Association of Community Health Centers, National Rural Health Association, American Dental Association, and National Health Care for the Homeless Council.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/10/congresswoman-ross-statement-january-6th-committees-vote-subpoena-former", "Congresswoman Ross Statement on the January 6th Committee\u2019s Vote to Subpoena Former President Donald J. Trump", "2022-10-13", "2022", "2022-10", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the following statement after the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol\u2019s hearing and vote to subpoena former President Donald J. Trump:\n\n\u201cToday, my colleagues on the January 6th Committee continued to present the truth of what happened on one of the darkest days in our history. Throughout these hearings, the committee has presented definitive evidence of the former President\u2019s direct involvement in the attack on the Capitol. For weeks, President Trump and his closest advisors did everything in their power to prevent the peaceful transfer of power \u2013 spreading baseless claims that the election was stolen, coordinating a plan to stay in office, pressuring election officials across the country, and ultimately fanning the flames of violence on January 6th.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/10/tillis-announces-1-4-billion-for-north-carolina-bridges-and-highways", "Tillis Announces $1.4 Billion for North Carolina Bridges and Highways", "2022-10-13", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) announced the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is awarding the state of North Carolina $1.4 billion in funding for North Carolina highways and bridges. The funding comes from the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, legislation Senator Tillis helped negotiate and pass into law.\n\n\u201cThis grant is a huge win for North Carolina, providing major funding for necessary improvements to our highways and bridges,\u201d said Senator Tillis. \u201cAs a member of the bipartisan infrastructure group, I worked hard to ensure the package improved North Carolina\u2019s roads, highways, and bridges for generations to come, and I applaud the DOT and the FHWA for their continued investment in our great state.\u201d\n\nSpecifically, the grant includes:\n\nNational Highway Performance Program:$772.6 million\n\nSurface Transportation Block Grant Program:$375.8 million\n\nHighway Safety Improvement Program:$80.5 million\n\nRailway-Highway Crossings Program:$7 million\n\nCongestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement:$56.9 million\n\nMetropolitan Planning:$7.8 million\n\nNational Highway Freight Program:$36.9 million\n\nCarbon Reduction Program:$33.5 million\n\nPROTECT Formula Program:$38.1 million\n\nTotal: $1.4 billion\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/10/tillis-colleagues-introduce-bipartisan-help-find-the-missing-act", "Tillis, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Help Find the Missing Act", "2022-10-13", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC), Chris Murphy (D-CT), John Cornyn (R-TX), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), and John Hoeven (R-ND) recently introduced the bipartisan Help Find the Missing Act or \u201cBilly\u2019s Law.\u201d This legislation would close loopholes in America\u2019s missing persons systems by streamlining the missing persons reporting process and ensuring that law enforcement and medical examiners have the funding to update the missing persons databases.\n\n\u201cEvery day people go missing in the United States, sometimes without a trace,\u201d said Senator Tillis. \u201cThis legislation fixes the missing persons system creating a more efficient reporting process and a more accessible database for law enforcement. We must fix our system to have better chances of finding the missing person or giving the family the answers they deserve.\u201d\n\nBilly's Law was originally introduced in 2009. The bill was inspired by Janice Smolinski of Cheshire, Connecticut, after her 31-year-old son Billy went missing from Waterbury, Connecticut. While working with law enforcement to locate her missing son, Smolinski faced countless systemic challenges. Billy's Law was introduced to address those challenges and help ensure that the tens of thousands of American families whose loved ones go missing each year do not experience the same hurdles faced by the Smolinskis.\n\nSpecifically, theHelp Find the Missing Actwould:\n\nAuthorize and ensure funding for the National Missing Persons and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs), created in 2007 by the Department of Justice (DOJ) to provide a missing persons/unidentified database to which the public can contribute and access;\n\nConnect NamUs with the FBI\u2019s National Crime Information Center (NCIC) in order to create more comprehensive missing persons and unidentified remains databases and streamlining the reporting process for local law enforcement;\n\nExpand current law by requiring missing children be reported to NamUs (they already must be reported to NCIC);\n\nCreate an incentive grants program to help states, local law enforcement, medical examiners, and coroners report missing persons and unidentified remains to NCIC and NamUs;\n\nRequire DOJ to issue guidelines and best practices on handling missing persons and unidentified remains cases in order to empower law enforcement, medical examiners and coroners to help find the missing.\n\nThis legislation is endorsed by the Consortium of Forensic Science Organizations, American Academy of Forensic Sciences, American Society of Crime Lab Directors, National Association of Medical Examiners, International Association of Identification, Society of Forensic Toxicologists, American Board of Forensic Toxicologists, Fraternal Order of Police, National Association of Medical Examiners, Doe Network, Families of Homicide Victims and Missing Persons, and LostNMissing.\n\nFull text of the bill is availablehere.\n\nA section-by-section of the bill is availablehere.\n\nA one-pager of the bill is availablehere.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://hudson.house.gov/press-releases/hudson-earns-friend-of-farm-bureau-award", "Hudson Earns Friend of Farm Bureau Award", "2022-10-12", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Richard Hudson", "H001067", "hudson.house.gov", "hudson", "https://hudson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (R-NC) today, National Farmer Day, received the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF)\u2019s \u201cFriend of Farm Bureau\u201d award for his efforts and advocacy on behalf of North Carolina's farmers. The \"Friend of Farm Bureau\" award is given to legislators whose voting record reflects support for farmers and was presented to Hudson during a meeting with the North Carolina Farm Bureau earlier today.\n\n\u201cAgriculture is a core pillar of both North Carolina and our nation, contributing trillions of dollars to our economy, creating millions of jobs, and supplying essential commodities to families worldwide. I will continue to work in Congress to provide certainty for our farmers and ensure they have access to the tools they need to produce an affordable and stable food supply,\" said Rep. Hudson. \" Thank you to the American Farm Bureau for this honor and for all they do to support farmers across our state and nation.\"\n\nHudson is a founding member the bipartisan Agriculture and Rural America Task Force.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-and-rouzer-champion-second-annual-north-carolina-waters-summit", "Murphy and Rouzer Champion Second Annual North Carolina WATERS Summit", "2022-10-12", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Gregory F. Murphy", "M001210", "murphy.house.gov", "murphy", "https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Wilmington, N.C. \u2013 Today, North Carolina Reps. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) and David Rouzer (NC-07) held the second annual Water Adaptation to Ensure Regional Success (WATERS) Summit at the Wilmington Convention Center in Wilmington, NC. This full day nonpartisan event brought together over 150 local, state, and federal leaders, academic experts, and flooding mitigation professionals to discuss adaptation strategies to waterway challenges in Eastern North Carolina.\n\n\u201cOur WATERS Summit has quickly become an essential pillar of flood management and water adaptation in Eastern North Carolina,\u201d said Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. \u201cTogether, we are working towards a targeted, solutions-based approach to inland flooding and creating a workable blueprint for disaster preparedness. I\u2019m grateful to the dozens of local leaders, regional experts, and international partners who took the time to participate in our annual nonpartisan event to create a safer, more resilient future for North Carolina.\u201d\n\n\u201cDevastating inland and coastal flooding upends the livelihoods of families, businesses, and even entire communities,\u201d said Rep. David Rouzer. \u201cCollaboration between every level of government and private innovators is key to better prepare for the future. During today\u2019s second annual WATERS Summit, we brought together leading experts from across the globe to discuss ways we can increase resiliency and better protect North Carolina from flood risk. I thank everyone who participated today, and I look forward to continuing our work on innovative flood solutions for years to come.\u201d\n\n\u201cNorth Carolina is now a national leader and model for flood resilience thanks to the hard work and partnerships built between our federal, state and local partners,\u201d said Majority Leader John Bell. \u201cThis event showcases the great work being done by our state leaders to mitigate flooding and make North Carolina more resilient before the next storm hits. Thank you to Congressmen Murphy and Rouzer for bringing everyone together and organizing this important discussion.\u201d\n\n\u201cNorth Carolina is no stranger to flooding, but with local, state, and federal officials focused on this issue, the state is taking a leadership role for the rest of the country to follow,\u201d said Jay Faison, Chairman of the American Flood Coalition Executive Advisory Board. \u201cI want to thank Reps. Murphy and Rouzer for their steadfast leadership on flood protection and for convening this impressive group of leaders - from all levels - to address this head on.\u201d\n\nWATERS Summit speakers included: Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03), Rep. David Rouzer (NC-07), Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) (virtual), Wilmington Mayor Bill Saffo, Majority Leader John Bell, Speaker Tim Moore, and American Flood Coalition Chairman Jay Faison. Several stakeholders were also represented, including: NCDOT, NCDA&CS, NC Soil and Water Commission, NC Farm Bureau, NCDEQ, NCORR, and USDA, in addition to private organizations and leading academic institutions.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/watch-waters-summit-live-0", "Watch the WATERS Summit LIVE!", "2022-10-12", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Gregory F. Murphy", "M001210", "murphy.house.gov", "murphy", "https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "On Wednesday October 12, 2022, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) will be hosting the second annual Water Adaptations to Ensure Regional Success (WATERS) Summit. The purpose of this bipartisan conference will be to hear from leading experts about human adaptation strategies to waterway challenges in North Carolina and develop legislative plans to combat these challenges over the next 5, 25, and 100-years. Summit attendees will cover a range of waterway issues, from inland flooding to hurricane mitigation and other marine coastal issues.\n\nRep. Greg Murphy, M.D. will be joined by Rep. David Rouzer (NC-07), Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) (virtual), Rep. G.K. Butterfield (NC-01), leading scientific and academic experts, and many state and local leaders. NOTE: This event is not open to the public. Please contact Rep. Murphy's DC office if you are interested in attending.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/10/representatives-ross-carey-lead-bipartisan-letter-53-colleagues-designate", "Representatives Ross, Carey Lead Bipartisan Letter with 53 Colleagues to Designate November 10th as National Science Day", "2022-10-12", "2022", "2022-10", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) and Congressman Mike Carey (OH-15), members of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, led 53 colleagues in a bipartisan letter urging President Biden to issue a proclamation designating November 10th, 2022, as National Science Day in the United States. Congresswoman Ross represents much of the Research Triangle Park, a nationally renowned science and innovation hub.\n\n\u201cNext month, on November 10th, the United Nations will celebrate World Science Day for Peace and Development, highlighting \u2018the significant role of science in society and the need to engage the wider public in debates on emerging scientific issues,\u2019\u201d the Members wrote.\n\nThe Members continued, \u201cYet despite centuries of American scientific achievement and reliance on scientific research, the United States does not officially recognize a National Science Day\u2026As you know, scientific research leads to knowledge, products, and processes that continually improve many sectors, including technology, economics, manufacturing, education, health care, transportation, defense, agriculture, animal welfare, commerce, and many more.\n\n\u201cIn order to properly recognize and celebrate American scientific achievement and inspire the next generation to continue this honorable and vital tradition, we urge you to issue a proclamation designating November 10, 2022 as National Science Day in the United States.\u201d\n\nLast year, Congresswoman Ross introduced bipartisan legislation with Congressman Peter Meijer (MI-03) to designate November 10th as National Science Day.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/hbcu-caucus-co-chairs-adams-hill-urge-fbi-and-doj-help-protect-hbcus", "HBCU Caucus Co-Chairs Adams & Hill Urge FBI and DOJ to Help Protect HBCUs from Recent Bomb Threats", "2022-10-06", "2022", "2022-10", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Alma S. Adams", "A000370", "adams.house.gov", "adams", "https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON \u2013 Congressional Bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus co-chairs Congresswoman Alma Adams (D-N.C.) and Representative French Hill (R-Ark.) sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Christopher Wray. In their letter, the members urge the FBI and DOJ to provide additional information about the ongoing bomb threats against HBCUs, along with guidance outlining resources available for HBCUs to protect against these threats. HBCU Caucus co-chairs Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Tim Scott (R-S.C.) signed the letter as well.\n\nRead the full text of the letter here.\n\nThe members wrote, \u201cAs you know, at least 57 bomb threats have been made to HBCUs across the country. Notably, Howard University has received eight bomb threats, including two recently within the same week. Bomb threats should not be a normal part of the campus experience. \u2026 As the co-chairs of the Congressional HBCU Caucus, we are concerned that the ongoing nature of these threats may and embolden others who wish to do these schools, and their students, harm. We look forward to continuing to work with you to ensure institutions receive timely and relevant communications to ensure school leaders and law-enforcement officials have all they need to keep safe as you work expeditiously to identify those responsible.\u201d\n\nBackground:\n\nSince January 2022, approximately one-third of all HBCUs in the United States experienced bomb threats. At least 57 bomb threats have been made to HBCUs in 2022, including to Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, North Carolina. Reps. Adams and Hill, along with multiple Congressional stakeholders, introduced House Concurrent Resolution 70, which condemned the Bomb threats. H.Con.Res.70 is cosponsored by over 110 Democrats and Republicans in Congress.\n\nAdditional Resources:\n\nU.S. House of Representatives: Pelosi, Beatty, Adams Release Joint Statement on Continued Bomb Threats Against Historically Black Colleges and Universities\n\nU.S. House of Representatives: Adams, Hill Introduce Resolution Addressing HBCU Threats\n\nThe Hill: After Black History Month bomb threats, we must rebuild the sense of safety at HBCUs\n\nU.S. House of Representatives: Adams Delivers Floor Remarks on Resolution Condemning Bomb Threats\n\nCNN: Howard University receives 2 bomb threats in a week as some HBCU students say they feel forgotten after no arrests in previous threats\n\nThe Hill: \u2018This is terrorism\u2019: Howard University forced to evacuate after two bomb threats within 48 hours", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://ross.house.gov/2022/10/congresswoman-ross-statement-5th-circuit-court-ruling-daca", "Congresswoman Ross Statement on the 5th Circuit Court Ruling on DACA", "2022-10-06", "2022", "2022-10", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Deborah K. Ross", "R000305", "ross.house.gov", "ross", "https://ross.house.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the following statement on the 5th Circuit Court\u2019s ruling against the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program:\n\n\u201cIn ruling that DACA is unlawful, the 5th Circuit Court has put the future of so many young people in jeopardy. While yesterday\u2019s decision temporarily maintains protections for more than 600,000 Dreamers who currently call the United States home, we cannot rely on our courts to protect this vital program. This decision only reinforces the urgency of the moment. The Senate must finally take up the American Dream and Promise Act. Dreamers are counting on us to act.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/10/tillis-shaheen-announce-new-legislation-to-strengthen-u-s-military-readiness-to-respond-to-international-conflicts", "Tillis, Shaheen Announce New Legislation to Strengthen U.S. Military Readiness to Respond to International Conflicts", "2022-10-05", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), members of the Senate Armed Services Committee, recently introduced the Promoting Readiness for Overseas Contingencies and Unexpected Responses to Exigencies(PROCURE) Act, bipartisan legislation that would ensure the United States maintains sufficient critical munitions stocks to support allies and partners during times of crisis without depleting U.S. military stocks.\n\nThe PROCURE Act would establish a Critical Munitions Acquisition Fund (CMAF) to allow the Secretary of Defense to better manage industry production lines and sustain particular munitions lines that are critical to U.S. national security interests. Additionally, the authorities granted in the CMAF would help the Department of Defense better anticipate industry\u2019s supply chain needs and improve the Department\u2019s purchasing power, driving down costs for the government. ?\n\n\u201cWhile Putin\u2019s illegal invasion resulted in a swift and robust response from the United States and our NATO Allies to arm the Ukrainian military, it exposed the fact that we have major inadequacies with our current munitions stocks,\u201d said Senator Tillis. \u201cOur bipartisan PROCURE Act is essential to improving America\u2019s capacity to quickly arm our allies in potential future conflicts without drawing from our own munitions stocks, which will greatly enhance our national security and military readiness.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-announces-october-satellite-office-hours", "Adams Announces October Satellite Office Hours", "2022-10-04", "2022", "2022-10", "Democrat", "House", "NC", "Alma S. Adams", "A000370", "adams.house.gov", "adams", "https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases", "scraper", "HUNTERSVILLE (October 4, 2022) \u2013 Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), announced her office's satellite office hours for October. Adams' staff are available once a month in Cornelius, Davidson, and Pineville; and twice a month in Huntersville. Office hours had been suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic.\n\nSatellite office hours are in addition to daily office hours.\n\nThe monthly office hours schedule is as follows:\n\nCornelius Town Hall: First Thursday (October 6), 3 PM - 5 PM\n\nDavidson Town Hall: First Thursday (October 6), 12 PM - 2 PM\n\nHuntersville Town Hall: First & Third Tuesday (October 4 & 18), 9 AM - 12 PM\n\nPineville Town Hall: First Wednesday (October 5), 9 AM - 12 PM\n\n\u201cWhile votes, speeches and legislation are the most visible aspects of congressional work, some of the most important work our office does is at the district level here in Charlotte and Mecklenburg County,\u201d said Congresswoman Adams. \u201cOur exceptional 12th Congressional District team is always on hand to help our constituents navigate issues with federal agencies, and I'm happy to announce that they are returning to the field as we continue to adjust to living with the COVID-19 pandemic as a daily reality.\u201d\n\nConstituents who attend office hours are asked to wear an N95 mask to ensure the safety of themselves and others. Constituents seeking assistance in Charlotte or outside of satellite office hours are advised to call the Charlotte District Office at (704) 344-9950 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.\n\nUntil January 3, 2023, Adams represents the 12th Congressional District as it was drawn for the November 2020 election, including most of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County; the towns of Cornelius, Davidson, Huntersville, and Mint Hill; and portions of Pineville and Matthews.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/10/tillis-colleagues-introduce-international-children-with-disabilities-protection-act", "Tillis, Colleagues Introduce International Children with Disabilities Protection Act", "2022-10-04", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Recently, U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) and 11 of his Senate colleagues introduced the International Children with Disabilities Protection Act, new legislation to bolster U.S. support for children with disabilities, helping improve the capacity of local disabilities rights organizations and families of children with disabilities around the world to advocate for necessary reforms.\n\nThe bipartisan effort specifically authorizes $10 million each year for five years for the creation and establishment of an \u2018\u2018International Children with Disabilities Protection Program,\u201d a grant program within the State Department to empower organizations of persons with disabilities. In addition to creating the first U.S. program focused on helping global efforts to combat stigma and discrimination against children with disabilities, the legislation reinforces U.S. policy to protect against the unnecessary institutionalization of children with disabilities and to help promote the development of laws and policies that support the full inclusion of children with disabilities in families.\n\n\u201cChildren with disabilities deserve special services specific to their needs,\u201dsaid Senator Tillis. \u201cThis bipartisan legislation authorizes necessary funds for these programs and requires transparency around these expenditures, and is a step in the right direction for our children around the world.\u201d\n\nClickHERE for a copy of the legislation.\n\nClickHERE for a one-page summary of the bill.\n\n###", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://www.tillis.senate.gov/2022/10/tillis-senate-republicans-demand-biden-administration-end-its-war-on-u-s-oil-gas", "Tillis, Senate Republicans Demand Biden Administration End Its War on U.S. Oil & Gas", "2022-10-03", "2022", "2022-10", "Republican", "Senate", "NC", "Thom Tillis", "T000476", "www.tillis.senate.gov", "tillis", "https://www.tillis.senate.gov/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) and a group of Republican senators sent a letter to Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland demanding the Biden Administration end its assault on domestic oil and gas production and continue to sell oil and gas leases on federal land and water. The push comes in response to the U.S. Department of Interior\u2019s draft proposal for the Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program, in which the department hinted that it might cancel future lease sales for the next five years.\n\n\u201cAmerican families are struggling to keep up with rising costs due to inflation, high energy prices, and persistent supply chain issues,\u201d wrote the senators. \u201cIt is our obligation to do everything within our power to help ease these burdens and remove this uncertainty for both Americans and our allies.\u201d\n\n\u201cOne of the most effective ways we can do this is to increase future domestic oil and natural gas production through long-term leasing certainty,\u201dcontinued the senators. \u201cThe Department can help domestic energy production and put American energy consumers first.\u201d\n\nRead the full letter here.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-08T03:20:33Z"], ["https://murphy.house.gov/media/press-releases/murphy-announces-usda-rural-development-grant-duplin-county", "Murphy Announces USDA Rural Development Grant for Duplin County", "2022-09-30", "2022", "2022-09", "Republican", "House", "NC", "Gregory F. 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