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| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/alma-adams-statement-passing-marc-basnight | Alma Adams Statement on the Passing of Marc Basnight | 2020-12-28 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | Washington, DC Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12), released the following statement: "I'm saddened to hear of the passing of Marc Basnight. I served with President Pro Tem Basnight in the General Assembly for over 16 of his 26 years in the Senate. During that time Marc made a difference in the lives of many North Carolinians, passing historic education, minimum wage, and infrastructure legislation that made our state a leader in the South. His background as a small business owner from the Outer Banks meant he always went to work for the little guy.' My prayers are with Marc's family, the team at the Lone Cedar Caf, and everyone who was touched by his service." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-alma-adams-applauds-passage-cash-act | Rep. Alma Adams Applauds Passage of CASH Act | 2020-12-28 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. Today,Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12)applauded the House passage of theCaring for Americans with Supplemental Help (CASH) Act of 2020to increase the amount of money struggling Americans receive in a second round of direct payments to $2,000. Today, I was proud to vote to authorize a $2000 Economic Impact Payment, also known as the stimulus check, to help our hardest-hit families during this holiday season. House Democrats have been proud to support increased stimulus checks since voting for the HEROES Act in May,saidCongresswoman Adams.American families need this help now. There are 10 million fewer jobs than when the pandemic began. Over three million Americans are now facing long-term unemployment. This increased benefit will help keep a roof over their heads, food on the table, and the lights on. This check should also create more customers with money in their pockets the consumers our small businesses need to stay afloat and start hiring again. Nevertheless, the next administration must make a larger investment. COVID-19 has put one hundred million Americans on the chopping block, and if Congress doesn't continue to act, they may never recover from the economic devastation. In the spirit of the holiday season and in the name of basic decency, the Senate should follow our lead and pass this bill,Adams concluded. Adams has been a vocal supporter of increased direct cash payments to the American people. Adams previously voted for the CARES Act, which provided the original Economic Impact Payment (EIP), as well as the HEROES Act in May, which would have authorized an additional $1,200 EIP. CongresswomanAlmaAdamsrepresents North Carolina's 12thCongressional District (Charlotte) and serves as Vice Chair of the House Committee on Agriculture. 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. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://price.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/reps-price-lee-schakowsky-meeks-castro-spanberger-and-sherman-spearhead | Reps. Price, Lee, Schakowsky, Meeks, Castro, Spanberger, and Sherman Spearhead Letter to President-elect Biden with 150 Total Signers Urging Diplomatic Steps to Return Both Iran and U.S. to JCPOA | 2020-12-23 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | David Price | P000523 | price.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. (December 23, 2020) Today, Representatives David Price (D-NC), Barbara Lee (D-CA), Jan Schakowsky (D-IL), Gregory Meeks (D-NY), Joaquin Castro (D-TX), Abigail D. Spanberger (D-VA), and Brad Sherman (D-CA) sent a letter to President-elect Joseph R. Biden with a total of 150 signers expressing support for renewed diplomacy to halt and reverse Iran's nuclear program, to address other pressing issues, and to reduce the likelihood of violent regional conflict. The letter expresses support for both Iran and the U.S. returning to compliance with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), also known as the Iran nuclear agreement. The seven members circulating the letter releasedthe following statement: One of the most pressing foreign policy challengesfacingthe incoming Biden administration will be halting and reversing Iran's nuclear program,which was left largely unconstrained after President Trump withdrew from theJCPOA.The Trump administration's incoherent and provocative policies toward Iran and our multilateral relationshipsonlyadvanced the Iranian nuclear program,failed to effectively address Iran's other malign behavior, and greatly increased the likelihood of violent confrontation and conflict. As Congressional leadersregardless of our support or opposition to the JCPOA in 2015 weareunited in our support for swiftly taking the necessary diplomatic steps to restore constraints on Iran's nuclear program and return both Iran and the United States to compliance with theJCPOAas a starting point for further negotiations. We are sending this letter to endorse President-elect Biden's call for diplomacy as the best path to halt and reverseIran's nuclear program, decrease tensions in the region, andfacilitate our nation'sreincorporation into the international community. The 150 signatories include the following Members of the U.S. House of Representatives: David Price, Barbara Lee, Jan Schakowsky, Gregory Meeks, Joaquin Castro, Abigail D. Spanberger, and Brad Sherman, Alma S. Adams, Ph.D., Pete Agu… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402730 | McHenry on Passage of Bill to Provide Additional COVID Relief to Families and Small Businesses | 2020-12-22 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Patrick McHenry | M001156 | mchenry.house.gov | legacy | McHenry on Passage of Bill to Provide Additional COVID Relief to Families and Small Businesses Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) released the following statement on last night's passage of the Senate Amendment to H.R. 133, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, to provide additional targeted COVID-19 relief and government funding:Democrats wanted a massive spending bill and used COVID as an excuse to justify their delusional proposals. I've pushed for targeted relief, like another round of PPP loans for small businesses, support for the hardest hit communities, and assistance for families in need. But Democrats consistently rejected these efforts to help the American people and instead fixated on the opportunity to advance their socialist wish list, which had more to do with politics than pandemic relief. Now after months of delay, Democrats have achieved none of their partisan goals and we are passing the type of bill Republicans have called for since the start of this debate. With passage of this relief package, the Paycheck Protection Program will be reopened and expanded so small businesses here in the Tenth District can continue receiving support they need to stay open. We are answering President Trump's call for a new round of economic impact payments for working families and students impacted by the pandemic and including additional funding for the purchasing and distribution of vaccines so we can get our lives back to normal. This should be a wake-up call for Democrats. The American people are not interested in their political gameswhich only stalled what could have been accomplished months agoand Republicans will not stop fighting for the needs of workers and their families. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/2020-alma-adams-advanced-cause-black-maternal-health | In 2020, Alma Adams Advanced the Cause of Black Maternal Health | 2020-12-22 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. Since co-founding theBlack Maternal Health Caucusin 2019,Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12)has been at the forefront of the fight forequitable health care forBlack birthingpersons.The year2020saw historicadvancesin public awareness and policy proposals, including the introduction of theBlack Maternal Health Momnibus ActwithSenator Kamala Harris (D-CA) and Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14). "As I've said since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the disproportionate rate of mortality and morbidity among Black womenis a crisis within a crisis,"said Congresswoman Adams."Tens of thousands of pregnantpeoplehave contracted COVID-19, the vast majority being Black and Brown birthingpersons.As the pandemic rages on,the quality of maternal care has decreased as it has become harder to receive care. That's why I am especially proud of the work we've done this year to bring attention to the issue of Blackmaternalhealth. In the 117th Congress, I'll continue to work with Vice President-elect Harris and Congresswoman Lauren Underwood to ensure all women have access to high quality maternity care, no matter where they live, how much they earn, or the color of their skin. Black mamas can't afford to wait." The overall maternal mortality rate in the United States rose sharply over the past three decades, and Black women aremore than threetimes more likely to die due to pregnancy-related complicationsthan their white counterparts. Furthermore, Black and Hispanic moms have been more likely to become infected during the COVID-19 pandemic. Adams' advocacy over the past year included the introduction of the historic Momnibus legislation; interviews, editorials, TV and radio appearances; and a Women's Symposium focused on Black Maternal Health during COVID-19. Recommended Reading on the Black Maternal Health Crisis: 116th Congress Report of the Black Maternal Health Caucus Summary: Black Maternal Health Momnibus Congresswoman Alma Adams on Why She Co-Founded the Black Maternal Health Caucus 2020 Black Maternal Hea… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-alma-adams-announces-four-more-companies-joining-hbcu-partnership | Rep. Alma Adams Announces Four More Companies Joining the HBCU Partnership Challenge | 2020-12-22 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. Today,Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12)announced four new companies joining the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU)PartnershipChallenge.The HBCUPartnershipChallengeis an effort to promote greater engagement and support between private companies and HBCUs. I am excited to announce that Mastercard, H&R Block, Digital Payments and BBVAare joining the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus' HBCUPartnershipChallenge,saidCongresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus.This announcement marks an important milestone as the Partnership Challenge now numbers more than 50 private partners. I applaud these private partners ontaking the pledge to lean in and create 21stcentury opportunity for the institutions and students who need our help the most. Companies joining thepartnershipchallenge are excited for the opportunity: Mastercard is home to some of the smartest, kindest and most innovative people on the planetfrom all races, backgrounds and ethnicities. We want, and need, to ensure we remain a place where all can thrive,said Michael Fraccaro, chief people officer, Mastercard.That's why we're enhancing our end-to-end talent program to ensure we're recruiting, developing and retaining an inclusive workforce, including Black employees, at every level. Bolstering our employee recruitment through new and expanded partnerships with HBCUs is an important part of that, and why we're pleased to join the HBCU Partnership Challenge. We are proud to announce our support of the HBCU Partnership Challenge, as we pride ourselves on inclusiveness and embrace the diversity of our team members globally,said Andrea Carter, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resource Officer, Global Payments.As a graduate of an HBCU myself, I understand how critical these colleges and universities are to the diverse workforce of our nation, and our commitment to the HBCU Partnership is another step toward creating an inclusive workplace environment. At H&R B… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://butterfield.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/butterfield-bill-to-protect-american-telecommunications-equipment-from | Butterfield Bill to Protect American Telecommunications Equipment from Foreign Suppliers Passes as Part of Year-End Deal | 2020-12-22 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | G. Butterfield | B001251 | butterfield.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Bipartisan legislation led by Congressmen G. K. Butterfield (D-NC-01) and Adam Kinzinger (R-IL-16) as well as, U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI) and Ron Johnson (R-WI), to help safe safeguard American telecommunications equipment against cyber threats from untrusted foreign equipment suppliers passed as part of the year-end deal and is headed to the President's desk. The Ensuring Network Security Act would expand access to federal funding for telecommunications providers and educational institutions for the removal and replacement of prohibited telecommunications equipment from dangerous sources. I am pleased to see the bipartisan, bicameral Ensuring Network Security Act included in the latest coronavirus relief package passed by Congress. Eastern North Carolinians and all Americans rely on their local telecommunications networks for everything from internet connectivity and educational resources to emergency services and healthcare management, said Congressman Butterfield. This legislation is an important step towards purging our communications networks of high-risk equipment and ensuring their protection against foreign interference. I was proud to introduce the Ensuring Network Security Act, and I look forward to the President signing this bill into law. We must have reliable, affordable telecommunications grids that can endure national security and economic challenges especially as we are increasingly interconnected during this pandemic, said Senator Peters, Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee and a member of the Commerce, Science and Technology Committee. I'm pleased this bipartisan legislation passed as part of the year-end deal because it will help strengthen network security for people across Michigan and our country. It will further transition our country from relying on foreign telecommunications equipment while incentivizing and encouraging domestic suppliers. The security of American communications and information networks is paramount to our nat… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://butterfield.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/butterfield-s-bill-supporting-children-with-cancer-and-other-rare | Butterfields Bill Supporting Children with Cancer and Other Rare Diseases Passes Congress | 2020-12-22 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | G. Butterfield | B001251 | butterfield.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressman G. K. Butterfield, along with his fellow co-chairs of the Childhood Cancer Caucus, Representatives Michael McCaul (TX-10), Jackie Speier (CA-14) and Mike Kelly (PA-16) released the following statement on the inclusion of the Creating Hope Reauthorization Act in the omnibus appropriations package: The Creating Hope Reauthorization Act reauthorizes the rare pediatric disease priority review voucher program at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This program plays a critical role in incentivizing life-saving and life-changing research and therapy development for a particularly vulnerable and underserved patient communitychildren with rare diseases, said Congressman Butterfield. There are over 7,000 rare diseases, half of which impact children, few of which have FDA approved treatments. Ensuring this bill's inclusion in the omnibus spending package demonstrates Congress's commitment to providing hope for every child who faces the devastation of a cancer or a life-threatening rare pediatric disease diagnosis.As co-chair of the Childhood Cancer Caucus, I celebrate this progress and look forward to the president signing this reauthorization into law. I will continue to support the needs of this vulnerable population and their families. Before the Creating Hope Act, there were only two drugs developed to specifically treat pediatric cancer. Since the bill's original passage, 22 new drugs for rare diseases in kids had been approved by the FDA, including two drugs for childhood cancers with more expected on the way, said Congressman McCaul. The reauthorization of this voucher program will continue to produce life-saving treatments for children in need. I am proud to join my colleague, G. K. Butterfield, in advocating for this critical piece of legislation. Every 3 minutes a family must hear the earth-shattering news that their child has cancer. No child should be left behind because the market for treatments for pediatric rare diseases and cancers is too small, said Congresswoman Sp… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://butterfield.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/butterfield-statement-on-passage-of-bipartisan-spending-package-and | Butterfield Statement on Passage of Bipartisan Spending Package and COVID-19 Relief | 2020-12-22 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | G. Butterfield | B001251 | butterfield.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressman G. K. Butterfield released the following statement on the passage of a $1.4 trillion omnibus spending package and an additional $900 billion in COVID-19 relief funding: I applaud the passage of the long-awaited and desperately needed additional emergency coronavirus relief funding and the omnibus appropriations package. Together, this legislation will provide critical federal funds for the remainder of the fiscal year and save lives and livelihoods of the American people suffering from the COVID-19 pandemic. The emergency coronavirus relief will provide for rent protection, food security, unemployment benefits, and strong support for small businesses that are in desperate need. This funding will also be utilized for increased testing efforts and accelerated vaccine distribution to tackle the coronavirus pandemic. In addition, funding was included for increased access to broadband service for low-income households to help millions of students, families, and unemployed workers during the pandemic. A brief breakdown of the bipartisan emergency coronavirus relief package includes: $600 direct stimulus payments to individuals and $1200 to couples filing jointly Eligible families will receive an additional $600 per child $300 per week in unemployment benefits for Americans out of work $284 billion for the PPP program $15 billion for live venues, independent movie theaters, and cultural institutions $20 billion for Economic Injury Disaster Loan grants $25 billion for rental assistance and eviction moratorium extension until January 31, 2021 $20 billion for the purchase of vaccines $13 billion for increased SNAP and child nutrition benefits $82 billion for colleges and schools $10 billion for childcare assistance $7 billion for broadband access I am very pleased to see several of my bills included in this end-of-year legislative package. The Creating Hope Act reauthorizes the pediatric priority review voucher program that incentivizes the pharmaceutical indust… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://price.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/chairman-price-whip-clyburn-rep-clarke-and-rep-khanna-secure-funding | Chairman Price, Whip Clyburn, Rep. Clarke and Rep. Khanna Secure Funding for Eviction Prevention Demonstration Program in FY21 Government Funding Package | 2020-12-22 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | David Price | P000523 | price.house.gov | legacy | Washington, DC (December 22, 2020)--Congressman David Price (NC-04), Chairman of theTransportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Subcommittee,Majority Whip James E. Clyburn(SC-06), Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09), and Congressman Ro Khanna (CA-17) released a statement after securing $20 millionfor a new eviction prevention demonstration program in the Fiscal Year 2021 omnibus funding package. Theprogram is based onlanguage fromtheLegal Assistance to Prevent Evictions Act of 2020(H.R. 5884)that was introduced byMajority Whip Clyburn,Chairman Price,Congresswoman Clarke, and Congressman Khanna.This billwouldestablish a competitive grant programfornonprofit and governmententities providinglegal assistance at no cost to eligible tenants facing eviction. Evictionsdestabilize andupendpeoples' lives,makingit even harder tomaintaincreditandsecurestable housing in the future.In the midst of theCOVID-19 pandemic, the ramifications areevenmore dire,said Chairman David Price.It is impossible to curb the spread of this virus withoutaddressinghousinginsecurity.People of color and households with children aredisproportionatelyimpacted by lost wages, leaving some of our country's mostvulnerable populationsunable to meetbasichousingexpenses. While the COVIDreliefpackage includes $25 billion for vital rental assistance, for someindividualsthisreliefmay prove inadequate.The$20 milliondesignatedfor a neweviction prevention demonstration programas proposedinthe Legal Assistance to Prevent Evictions Actseeks toempower localorganizations andbolsterinnovative approachesin areas that have high eviction rates,includingpre-trial activities and alternative dispute resolutionthat can benefitbothrenters and property owners.This is a good first step,andwill hopefullycreate a blueprint for additional intervention and support in the future.I will continue to advocate forprograms thatprotectAmericans from eviction andhelp move the country towards a justrecovery. We began working on this legislation well before the pandemi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://price.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/reps-price-young-secure-15-million-new-world-languages-program-omnibus | Reps. Price, Young Secure $15 Million for New World Languages Program in Omnibus Appropriations Bill | 2020-12-22 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | David Price | P000523 | price.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC(December22, 2020) Today,Congressman David Price (D-NC)andCongressman Don Young (R-AK)announced that$15 millionto beginthe World Language Advancement and ReadinessGrants programwas includedin the Fiscal Year 2021(FY21)omnibus appropriations bill. This program wasoriginally authorizedin December 2019as part of theFiscal Year 2020 (FY20) National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). It wasbased on theWorld Language Advancement and Readiness Act(H.R. 1094), a billintroduced by Reps. Price and Youngin response toreports highlighting the shortfalls in language and cultural skills in the United States. These shortfalls areunfortunatelyalso foundinour nation's military and intelligence communities,whichcould threaten ournational security,priorities,and missions around the globe.This newprogram willallow the federal government to provide support forhigh-qualityworld language programs in Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) schools and school systems nationwide that host a Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) program. Studies showthatthe U.S. lags behind itsglobalpeers in language and cultural skills, and the World Language Advancement and Readiness Grants program is a first steptowardscorrectingthese deficiencies and ensuringbetteropportunitiesfor studentsand educators,said Congressman Price. I'm pleased this year's government funding bill includes$15 million infunding to stand up this grant program,improvingour national competitiveness in anincreasingly globalizedworld. "We should be doing all we can to ensure that America's students are equipped to become leaders in business and civic life," said Congressman Don Young. "I have been a longtime advocate for advancing language and cultural skills. I am pleased that the omnibus includes first-ever funding for the World Language Advancement and Readiness Grants program, created in partnership with my good friend, Congressman David Price. This funding will help America keep pace with other nations by providing the language education our s… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://price.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/rep-price-statement-covid-19-relief-package-and-omnibus-agreement | Rep. Price Statement on COVID-19 Relief Package and Omnibus Agreement | 2020-12-21 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | David Price | P000523 | price.house.gov | legacy | Chapel Hill, NC(December 21, 2020)--Congressman David Price (NC-04)released a statement on the bipartisan agreement on apared downCOVID-19 relief package,as well as the omnibusappropriations bill to fund the governmentfor the remainder of the 2021 fiscal year: With COVID-19 cases continuing to rise at an alarming rate, this bipartisan COVID-19 relief agreement is desperately needed and long overdue,said Congressman Price. It should not have come to this for oversevenmonths, Senate Majority Leader McConnellhasneedlessly blocked progress onemergency reliefeven asDemocrats putforwardseveralserious proposals toassistthe American people during thispandemic. Despite mystrong preferencefor a more robust package,I will vote for this agreement becausethe needs aresimplytoo urgent and too immenseto do nothingorto wait any longer. The COVID-19 relief package does provide someassistancethroughdirect stimuluschecks,expandedshort-termunemployment benefits,aidfor small businesses,rental assistance,and support for vaccine distribution. But let me be clear:we are many months from returning to normal' andthis legislationdoes not go far enough to helpworking families,strugglingsmall businesses, or our frontline workers. Italsoprovides nodirectfinancial support for state and local governments,reduces thelength and amount of unemployment benefitscompared tothe CARES Act,andshortchangesother critical prioritiessuch asnutrition and rental assistance.Rather thanrisingtothe occasion, Republicans chose an arbitrary number and insisted on working backwardsto please hardliners in theircaucus whosupported a massive tax cutfor thewealthyjust three years ago,but now refuse to passthebroad relief thatour nationsodesperately needs. The result, while better than nothing,isa half-measurethat willrequireCongressto pass additional relief in the new year. The COVID package is accompanied byanomnibus appropriationspackageto fund thegovernment for the remainder of the fiscal year. As Chairman of the Transportation, Housing and Urban DevelopmentAppr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/walker-statement-covid-19-relief-legislation-vote | Walker Statement On COVID-19 Relief Legislation Vote | 2020-12-21 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Mark Walker | W000819 | walker.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Representative Mark Walker (R-N.C.) today released the following statement regarding this evening's votes in the House: After being informed of a possible exposure to COVID-19, I have decided out of precaution to not travel by air to Washington this evening. However, I want to make sure the record is clear: As millions of Americans and their businesses suffer from a generational pandemic, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has repeatedly negotiated against their interests and held up aid for critical months. The result of her grandstanding and partisanship is a too little, too late' $600 check hidden within a thousand-page bill Congress has been asked to blindly pass without review. Thus, producing a bill that is flawed in both its content as well as its process. Given its impact, I can't in good faith vote for legislation of this magnitude without first thoroughly examining its contents and how it affects North Carolinians and their futures. The text of this bill was released at 2pm. Speaker Pelosi won't read it and much of her caucus will pass it by texting their vote in. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-adams-hbcu-capital-finance-debt-relief-act-included-omnibus-spending | Rep. Adams' HBCU Capital Finance Debt Relief Act Included in Omnibus Spending Deal | 2020-12-20 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.Congresswoman Alma Adams' (NC-12)bill,the HBCU Capital Finance Debt Relief Act, which cancels over $1.3 billion in debt held by Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), was included in the Omnibus spending deal. Additionally, many of Adams' priorities to build equity in higher education were included in the FY21 Omnibus. This year's omnibus empowers students by expanding and simplifying the federal student aid programs, and by removing barriers for low-income and justice-involved individuals,said Congresswoman Adams.Additionally, I'm proud to announce the inclusion of my legislation, H.R. 7380, the HBCU Capital Finance Debt Relief Act, which relieves over $1.3 billion in debt for our HBCUs, allowing these institutions to continue their mission of empowering communities of color. Combined, these measures will help ensure that higher education continues to be an accessible bridge to the middle class. The bill expands the Pell Grant program, which will result in hundreds of thousands of students becoming newly eligible for Pell and millions of current recipients receiving larger awards. The bill also repeals the ban on Pell eligibility among incarcerated students and restores Pell Grant eligibility for students defrauded by their institutions. To ensure students get the financial support they need, the bill streamlines theFree Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA) and eliminates a confusing and punitive restriction that limits eligibility for subsidized federal loans among low-income students.Finally, the legislation discharges loans made to HBCUs under the HBCU Capital Financing Loan program, providing $1.34 billion in relief to these institutions. This bipartisan agreement is a significant step toward making higher education more affordable for millions of Americans. The package released today includesawide range of provisions secured by House Democrats that will make federal grants and loans more accessible and more generous, particularly for our most vulnerable students,said C… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-announces-more-500-million-federal-grants-charlotte-mecklenburg | Adams Announces more than $500 Million in Federal Grants to Charlotte & Mecklenburg County | 2020-12-18 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | CHARLOTTE Today,Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12)announced that over $500 million in federal grants was awarded to North Carolina's 12th Congressional District during the 116th Congress (January 3, 2019 through January 3, 2021). This has been a devastating year for the country, for our state and for North Carolina's 12th Congressional District,said Congresswoman Adams.We've seen unprecedented numbers of people applying for unemployment. Families are struggling with rent and mortgage payments and are facing eviction. Hunger and food insecurity, which were already significant issues for our district, continue to drive folks to food banks. Small businesses are closing as the entertainment and hospitality industries try to stay afloat. Worst of all, our hearts are broken for everyone we've lost. Because of the devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic,I worked diligently to secure $527 million in federal funds for Charlotte and Mecklenburg County, including over $388 million in COVID-19 relief,continued Adams.These funds supported expanded coronavirus testing; health care related services to low-income, uninsured and underinsured individuals; rental assistance; enhanced food benefits; infrastructure; emergency supplemental funding for Mecklenburg County and the City of Charlotte; homeless services support; transportation and airport operations; emergency protective equipment and so much more.This critical funding saved jobs and livelihoods when we needed it most, but there is still so much more to do. A full list of federal grants awarded within the 12th Congressional District is available here. Congresswoman Adams' district work has included: Our 12th Congressional District office is the frontline contact for constituents that have issues concerning federal agencies,said Phanalphie Rhue, district director.Our One Meck staff is committed to helping constituents. We work hard to make sure that our neighbors are treated fairly and that they receive a timely response, and we are always happy when we can help … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-stevens-sablan-lead-call-educators-receive-covid-19-vaccine | Adams, Stevens, Sablan Lead Call for Educators to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine | 2020-12-18 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON Today,Congresswomen Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12),Haley Stevens (MI-11), and Delegate Gregorio Kilili Sablan (MP-At Large)led a letter with 22 of their colleagues calling on the Centers for Disease Controland Prevention(CDC) to make K-12 teachers and school personnel a priority group for receiving COVID-19 vaccinations. A copy of the letter is available here. K-12 professionals and the schools they serve are cornerstones of communities across the country, and the pandemic has made that truth as clear as ever,said Congresswoman Adams.Prioritizing COVID-19 vaccinations for K-12 educators and school personnel recognizes the essential work of these individuals, enables a safer return to in-person instruction, and provides the means necessary for tens of millions of workers to support the economy. This reality must be reflected in our nation's vaccine distribution strategy. Other signers of the letter includeRepresentatives Sanford D. Bishop, Jr., Bennie G. Thompson, Jahana Hayes, Henry C. Hank Johnson, Jr., Andr Carson, Susan Wild, Nydia M. Velzquez, Steve Cohen, Henry Cuellar, Andy Levin, Darren Soto, Sheila Jackson Lee, Mark Takano, Jess G. "Chuy" Garca, Marcy Kaptur, Bonnie Watson Coleman, Juan Vargas, Barbara Lee, Frederica S. Wilson, Katherine Clark, Jan Schakowsky, and C.A. Dutch Ruppersberger. The full text of the letter is below: Robert R. Redfield, MD Director Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 1600 Clifton Road Atlanta, GA 30333 Dear Director Redfield: As the planning and implementation process for the nation's pandemic response progresses, we urge you to consider adding K-12 educators and school personnel to the list of critical groups of individuals and professionals prioritized for the COVID-19 vaccine. While the distribution of these vaccines is a state-controlled endeavor, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) plays an important role in informing the strategies employed to do so. Every day, over 5 million teachers, administrators, and other school personnel work tirele… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-celebrates-nomination-michael-regan-lead-epa | Adams Celebrates Nomination of Michael Regan to Lead EPA | 2020-12-17 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON Today,Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12)released the following statement celebrating President-elect Joe Biden's selection of Michael Regan to lead the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): I am overjoyed that President-elect Biden has selected North Carolina's own Michael Regan to lead the Environmental Protection Agency,said Congresswoman Adams.Michael Regan is a well-qualified, historic pick. In Washington, he helped both Democrats and Republicans address air quality issues. Here in the Tar Heel State, Michael was a leader on environmental justice issues, including the historic coal ash settlement with Duke Energy. Finally, we cannot address environmental justice without addressing environmental racism, so I am glad to have an HBCU graduate working to undo the damage of the Trump Administration. Michael S. Regan currently serves as North Carolina's top environmental regulator as the Secretary of the Department of Environmental Quality. Regan has a bachelor's degree in Earth and Environmental Science from N.C. Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T) and a master's degree in Public Administration from George Washington University. Congresswoman Alma Adamsrepresents North Carolina's 12th Congressional District (Charlotte) and serves as Vice Chair of the House Committee on Agriculture. 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. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-pressley-omar-waters-introduce-bold-resolution-calling-president | Adams, Pressley, Omar, Waters Introduce Bold Resolution Calling on President-Elect Biden to Cancel $50,000 in Federal Student Loan Debt | 2020-12-17 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | Resolution (PDF)|One Pager (PDF) WASHINGTON Today,Congresswomen Alma Adams (NC-12), AyannaPressley(MA-07), Ilhan Omar (MN-05), andMaxine Waters (CA-43),Chair of the House Financial Services Committeeintroduced a resolution outlining a bold plan for President-elect Joe Biden to cancel up to $50,000 in Federal student loan debt for student loan borrowers using existing legal authority under the Higher Education Act. The resolution, which outlines a pathway for the President-elect to use executive authority to cancel student loan debt while ensuring cancellation does not result in any tax liability for Federal student loan borrowers, is the House companion toSenate Resolution 711,introduced bySenate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY)andSenator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA)earlier this year. Original co-sponsors of the House resolution includeCongresswomen Madeleine Dean (PA-04), Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Barbara Lee (CA-13) and Jahana Hayes (CT-05). The Biden-Harris Administration has the opportunity to change lives and jumpstart our economy on day one by cancelling $50,000 in student loan debt,said Congresswoman Adams. These loans are holding American families back from buying houses, cars, and opening small businesses. Student loan debt prevents young families from building and creating wealth that they can pass down to their children and grandchildren a freedom that historically has been denied to Black Americans in this country. Starting on January 20, it's up to us to rebuild the bridge to the middle class for millions of Americans. Let's start by cancelling the debt. The student debt crisis is a racial and economic justice issue and we must finally begin to address it as such. Broad-based student debt cancellation is precisely the kind of bold, high-impact policy that the broad and diverse coalition that elected Joe Biden and Kamala Harris expect them to deliver,said CongresswomanPressley.As we work to fight for meaningful economic relief for workers and families that meets the scale and scope of the crisis we fa… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://butterfield.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/butterfield-statement-on-nomination-of-north-carolina-official-michael-s | Butterfield Statement on Nomination of North Carolina Official, Michael S. Regan to Lead the U.S. EPA | 2020-12-17 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | G. Butterfield | B001251 | butterfield.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressman Butterfield released the following statement on President-Elect Joe Biden's decision to nominate North Carolina environmental regulator and EPA veteran, Secretary Michael S. Regan to lead the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: I applaud President-Elect Joe Biden's selection of Secretary Michael S. Regan to lead the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Secretary Regan is an EPA veteran with immense passion and experience with environmental policy. Secretary Regan understands the urgency of protecting our environment from air and water pollution. As North Carolina's chief environmental official, Secretary Regan has demonstrated he understands that climate change is a threat to human existence. Secretary Regan will work with President-Elect Biden to seek effective ways of protecting our communities. As a native of my congressional district, Secretary Regan is well prepared to meet the environmental challenges of our day and execute the policies of President Joe Biden. I look forward to a fair and expedited confirmation process in the United States Senate. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://price.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/congressman-price-statement-president-elect-biden-s-nomination-michael-regan | Congressman Price Statement on President-elect Bidens Nomination of Michael Regan for EPA Administrator | 2020-12-17 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | David Price | P000523 | price.house.gov | legacy | Raleigh, NC(December 17, 2020)--Congressman David Price (NC-04)released a statement on President-elect Joe Biden's decision to nominatecurrentSecretaryof the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Michael Regan, to lead the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): "President-elect Bidenhasmade a stellar choice inselectingNorth Carolina'sDepartment of Environmental Quality (DEQ)SecretaryMichael Regan to lead the EPA,said CongressmanPrice.Michael Regan has a long track record in environmental policy,workingfirstas an air quality specialistunderPresidents Bill Clinton andGeorge W. Bushand thenwith the Environmental Defense Fundbefore coming to North Carolina. Through the years, he has proven himselfasadeterminedand effective advocate for scientifically-soundenvironmental policies thatprotect theclimate, improve public health, and advanceenvironmental justice. Mr. Regan will understand the diverse environmental challenges facing our nationand our world.Ourstateof North Carolina like so many otherscontinues to grapple withdevastating natural disasters,andthe threat of pollutionfrombothtraditional andemergingsourceswhile attracting new businesses and steady growth.A strong economy and clean environment are not mutually exclusive. Mr. Regan'sexperience asNorth Carolina's DEQSecretarydemonstrates that heisready toleadthe nation toward an environmentally sustainable futurethat leaves nocommunitybehind. I am confident that asEPAAdministrator, he willhelpexecute President-elect Biden'sambitious plans to curb climate change;acceleraterenewable energydevelopment;addresscontaminationof our waterways, lands, and air;rectifyenvironmental injustices;and leadAmerica towarda carbon-neutralfuture. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/during-116th-congress-alma-adams-landmark-legislation-hoisted-hbcus-and | During the 116th Congress, Alma Adams' Landmark Legislation Hoisted HBCUs and Elevated Equity in Education | 2020-12-16 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. During the 116thCongress,Representative Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12)was atireless advocatefor Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), as well as a consistent voice on equity issues in education.Adamsserves on the House Committee on Education and Labor, and as the co-chairand founderof theCongressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus. During the 116th Congress, education faced one of its greatest peacetime challenges. COVID-19 threatensthe health and wellbeing ofour students, teachers, and educators, and the economic fallout from the pandemic poses major challenges to higher education institutions,said Congresswoman Adams. However, legislation like the FUTURE Act will ensure HBCUs and Minority Serving Institutions can continue toprovide a pathwayto success for over 5 million students." In 2021, it's essential thatwecorrect the mistakes of the current Administration andget the pandemic under control so students and educators can return to the classroom safely. We have to continue to address the educational equity gap that has been widened by COVID-19. Finally, we must continue to workto ensure that ourpublic education systemopens doors of opportunity for all Americans. Adams' work on Education and Labor issues in the 116th Congress includes: Adams' Landmark Bill, the FUTURE Act, Was Signed into Law Adams' HBCU PARTNERS Act Will Become Law with President Trump's Signature Adams Contributed Important Educational Provisions to the HEROES Act COVID-19 Relief Bill Adams' Bill Passed as Part of the House Apprenticeship Bill In May, Adams Led a Call to Cancel Student Loan Debt Adams Introduced the HBCU Capital Finance Debt Relief Act Adams & the HBCU Caucus Hosted the Third Annual Diversity in Tech Summit AdamsIntroduced Legislation on Eating Disorders in Schools Adams Led a House Agriculture Subcommittee Meeting on 1890s Land Grant Universities Adams Honored Her Nominees to United States Service Academies Adams Honored Educators during Teacher Appreciation Week Adams introduced the Bipartisan Eq… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://price.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/chairman-price-statement-president-elect-biden-nomination-pete-buttigieg-dot | Chairman Price Statement on President-elect Biden Nomination of Pete Buttigieg as DOT Secretary | 2020-12-16 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | David Price | P000523 | price.house.gov | legacy | Raleigh, NC(December 16, 2020)--Congressman David Price (NC-04), Chairman of the Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriations Subcommittee, released a statement on President-elect Joe Biden's decision to nominateformer South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigiegfor Secretary of the Department ofTransportation(DOT): "I applaud President-elect Biden'sselectionofMayor Pete Buttigiegtoleadthe Department of Transportation,said Chairman Price.AsMayor, PeteButtigieghas firsthand experience implementinginfrastructureprojects in his home city of South Bend, Indiana.As a presidential candidate, he put forward bold and detailedplans to tackle our nation's transportation and infrastructure challenges.And his appointment as the first openly LGBTQ cabinet secretary is both groundbreaking and inspiring.I am confident thatas DOT Secretaryhe willachievegreat progressfor urban and rural communitiesacross the United States,including communities adversely affected byurban renewal'and other federal transportation policies that resulted in displacement and economic hardship. As Chairman of the HouseT-HUD'Appropriations Subcommittee, I look forward to working withSecretary Buttigiegtorestore and revitalize our transportation infrastructure, especially as we confront the COVID-19 pandemic that has created budget shortfalls for states and localities, transit agencies, airportsand seaports,passengerrail,and other vital modes of transportation. We must alsoboost investment formulti-modal transportation solutions,strengthenand modernize criticalinfrastructureso that it is resilient to climate change,andaccelerate the development and deployment of new technologies to secure asafer andenvironmentally sustainablefuture. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/walker-announces-2020-service-academy-nominations-sixth-district | Walker Announces 2020 Service Academy Nominations for the Sixth District | 2020-12-16 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Mark Walker | W000819 | walker.house.gov | legacy | GREENSBORO, N.C. U.S. Representative Mark Walker (R-N.C.) announced that he has nominated 15 North Carolina high school students for appointment to one of the United States' service academies the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, and the U.S. Naval Academy for the Class of 2025. The Sixth District's Service Academy Nomination Board, appointed by Walker, conducted interviews with each of the applicants and made recommendations based on their qualifications. This year's service academy nominees are an outstanding class of young North Carolinians who embody our state's values of high character, scholarship, and leadership, Walker said. Their inspiring pursuit of service to our nation can never be thanked enough and I am humbled to be a small part of their journey. I wish the students the best as they seek acceptance in their respective institutions. Next, the students will seek to meet the admission requirements of their service academy, which will make the final decision on admission in the early months of 2021. Each student who attends a service academy will make a commitment to serve in the military for a minimum of five years upon graduation. A full list of the service academy nominees, their schools, and their hometowns are below: 2020 Service Academy Nominees United States Air Force Academy Austin Thomas Smith | Dalton L. McMichael | Madison, NC Bryan Cao | Weaver Academy | Whitsett, NC Isabella Shoup | Western Alamance High School | Elon, NC Shannon Hobbs | Western Alamance High School | Elon, NC United States Naval Academy Timothy Spody Welch | Southeast Guilford | Greensboro, NC Ana Bella King | NC School of Science and Mathematics | Semora, NC Noelle Magee | Massanutten Military Academy | Chapel Hill, NC Magan Wilson | Dalton L. McMichael | Stokesdale, NC Dahlia Kilgore | Children's School of Discovery | Chapel Hill, NC United States Military Academy Parker Ashley Stewart | Northern Guilford High School |… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/chair-karen-bass-and-chairman-bobby-scott-join-congresswoman-alma-adams | Chair Karen Bass and Chairman Bobby Scott Join Congresswoman Alma Adams for Press Call on Wednesday | 2020-12-15 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.Congressional Black Caucus Chair Karen Bass (CA-37) and House Committee on Education and Labor Chairman Bobby Scott(VA-03)will joinCongresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12)on a higher education press call on Wednesday, December 16 at9:30 AM EST. The call will cover topics ranging from successes in the 116th Congress; what teachers, students, and schools need before Congress goes home for the holidays; and what to look forward to in the next Congress and beyond. What: Higher Education Press Call with Rep. Adams, Chair Bass, and Chairman Scott When:9:30 AM, Wednesday December 16 Where: Zoom;Register Here "From the FUTURE Act to the HBCU Partners Act and much more, I'm proud of what we've accomplished for higher education in the 116th Congress,"said Congresswoman Adams."However, there are many challenges ahead. We have to get the pandemic under control so students and educators can return to the classroom safely. We have to continue to address the educational equity gap that has been widened by COVID-19. Finally, we must continue to work for a cradle to centenarian public education system that opens doors of opportunity for all Americans." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/advisory-congresswoman-alma-adams-holds-higher-education-press-call | Advisory: Congresswoman Alma Adams Holds Higher Education Press Call on Wednesday | 2020-12-14 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | NOTE: Due to a scheduling conflict, this press call is now at 9:30 AM WASHINGTON, D.C.Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12)willhost a higher education press call on Wednesday, December 16 at 9:30 AM EST. The call will cover topics ranging from successes in the 116th Congress; what teachers, students, and schools need before Congress goes home for the holidays; and what to look forward to in the next Congress and beyond.Congresswoman Adams will be joined by House Committee on Education and Labor Chairman Bobby Scott (VA-03). What: Education Press Call with Rep. Alma Adams & Chair Bobby Scott When: 9:30AM, Wednesday December 16 Where: Zoom;Register Here "From the FUTURE Act to the HBCU Partners Act and much more, I'm proud of what we've accomplished for higher education in the 116th Congress,"said Congresswoman Adams."However, there are many challenges ahead. We have to get the pandemic under control so students and educators can return to the classroom safely. We have to continue to address the educational equity gap that has been widened by COVID-19. Finally, we must continue to work for a public education system that opens doors of opportunity for all Americans." Congresswoman Alma Adamsrepresents North Carolina's 12th Congressional District (Charlotte) and serves as Vice Chair of the House Committee on Agriculture. 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. She is the co-founder and co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional HBCU Caucus. NOTE: Due to a scheduling conflict, this press call is now at 9:30 AM ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/advisory-congresswoman-alma-adams-hosts-virtual-carolina-coffee-open | Advisory: Congresswoman Alma Adams Hosts Virtual "Carolina Coffee" Open House on Wednesday | 2020-12-14 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | CHARLOTTEWhile continuing to work for Charlotte and Mecklenburg County in Washington,Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12)willhost a "Virtual Carolina Coffee Open House" event this Wednesday at Noon on Zoom. Adams' Carolina Coffee is open to the public and open press. "I'm excited to welcome 12th District Constituents to our virtual office on Wednesday. In the 117th Congress, my office and my staff are going to continue to work for 'One Meck,'"said Congresswoman Adams."Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with our Charlotte-based staff as well as our staff on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. I hope you'll take advantage of this opportunity to connect with us and learn more about the work we're doing every day for the people of North Carolina." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://butterfield.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/butterfield-statement-on-thomas-stith-iii-appointment-as-president-of | Butterfield Statement on Thomas Stith, III Appointment as President of the North Carolina Community College System | 2020-12-14 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | G. Butterfield | B001251 | butterfield.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressman Butterfield released the following statement on Thomas A. Stith, III new role as President of the North Carolina Community College System: I applaud the decision to select Thomas Stith, III to serve as the Community College System President for the state of North Carolina. Stith brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership experience to this new role and is highly qualified to lead the third largest community college system in the nation. I look forward to great things to come for over 700,000 students, faculty, staff, and local communities that stand to benefit from the great work Thomas Stith will bring, serving as President of the North Carolina Community College System. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/national-app-day-adams-announces-congressional-app-challenge-winners | On National App Day, Adams Announces Congressional App Challenge Winners | 2020-12-11 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | Charlotte- On National App Day,Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12)announces this year's Congressional App Challenge winners from Mecklenburg County. Since 2013, theCongressional App Challengehas provided high school students across the country the opportunity to create and display their software applications (or app) for mobile, tablet, or computer devices. The competition is intended to encourage engagement in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education. This year's winners are: First Place:Nicholas Rose of Ardrey Kell High School in Charlotte. His app is called See-Turtle App Second Place:Scarlet Greer of Providence Day School in Charlotte. Her app is called The Go Green Game App Third Place:Sophie Mao of Providence Day School in Charlotte. Her app is called 3, 2, 1 Go App "The Congressional App Challenge is an opportunity for District 12's bright and talented students to have fun coding, while exploring the possibility for innovation that STEM can bring, especially for children from communities who are traditionally underrepresented in technology,"said Adams. The Congressional App Challenge is open to all middle and high school students and those eligible to attend public high school in North Carolina's 12th Congressional District. Students can either work individually or in teams of up to four. For teams, at least two of the teammates must be eligible to compete within the district in which they are submitting. All entries must be original in concept, design, and execution. Students entering the competition must register in advance to show their intent to participate. Students are also required to submit their app's source code along with a YouTube or VIMEO video that explains their app and what they learned through the competition. Last year's winning app was called Clever Crops, created by Providence Day School's Axel Rokhar. Clever Crops was designed to help students aged four through eight-years-old with basic math skills. To view Axel's app, please clickhere. National winners will … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/during-116th-congress-alma-adams-led-usps-issues | During the 116th Congress, Alma Adams Led on USPS Issues | 2020-12-10 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.In 2020,RepresentativeAlma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12)was one of the leading Congressional voices on the United States Postal Service, especiallyregardingthe mismanagement of the cherished American institution by Postmaster General Louis DeJoy. The United States Postal Service was established by our Constitution, and is one of our most beloved institutions. This year it played an unprecedented role in the lives of Americans, delivering essential packages and medicines, as well assafeguardingour right to vote,said Congresswoman Adams. However, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy's sabotage of our Postal Service demonstrated a complete disregard for the institution's promise of the 'safe and speedy transit of the mail' and the 'prompt delivery of its contents.' I hope that will end during the Biden-Harris Administration. There is nothing that can replace USPS; that's why I spent 2020 working to preserve and protect our United States Postal Service. Adams' postal work in 2020 includes: "Throughout the pandemic, Postal Service employees have consistently risked their own health and safety to report to complete theirappointed roundsand serve as a crucial lifeline to millions of Americans nationwide,"saidSam Spencer, Communications Directorto Rep. Adams. "Meanwhile, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy has consistently and repeatedly undermined the efforts of the more than 600,000 Postal Service employees,some of ourmost essential workersduringthispandemic. Thankfully, Rep. Adams has been there to fight for USPS employees and the cherished institution itself during one of the hardest years on record for the postal service. When presents arrive on time this holiday season, it will be in no small part due to Rep. Adams' hard work." Congresswoman Alma Adamsrepresents North Carolina's 12th Congressional District (Charlotte) and serves as Vice Chair of the House Committee on Agriculture. Additionally, she serves on the House Financial Services Committee and the House Education & Labor Committee, where she serves as Cha… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://price.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/chairman-price-statement-president-elect-biden-nomination-congresswoman | Chairman Price Statement on President-elect Biden Nomination of Congresswoman Marcia Fudge as HUD Secretary | 2020-12-10 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | David Price | P000523 | price.house.gov | legacy | Raleigh, NC (December 10, 2020) --Congressman David Price (NC-04), Chairman of the Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriations Subcommittee, released a statement on President-elect Joe Biden's decision to nominate Congresswoman Marcia Fudge for Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development: "I applaud President-elect Biden's decision to select Congresswoman Marcia Fudge to head the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Rep. Fudge is a steadfast champion for working families, spending her time in Congress fighting for better health care, nutrition, economic opportunities, and safe and decent affordable housing. These qualities will serve her well as HUD Secretary at a critical time when the nation faces a pandemic that has not only exposed but exacerbated our national housing crisis. As Chairman of the House "T-HUD" Appropriations Subcommittee, I look forward to working with her to boost resources for affordable housing production and community development, to fight homelessness and eviction, to bolster resiliency in the face of a changing climate, and to restore bedrock fair housing principles that uphold equal opportunity for all our citizens. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/walker-s-legislation-rename-greensboro-post-office-honor-congressman | Walkers Legislation to Rename Greensboro Post Office in Honor of Congressman Howard Coble Passes House | 2020-12-10 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Mark Walker | W000819 | walker.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.U.S. Representative Mark Walker (R-N.C.)today released the following statement upon the House's passage of his legislation,H.R. 6161, to rename a United States Postal Service Office in Greensboro, N.C. as the J. Howard Coble Post Office Building. The post office to be renamed is located at 1585 Yanceyville Street. For more than three decades, Howard Coble blessed our community with his humbling leadership, representing the Greensboro area valiantly throughout the halls of Congress, Walker said. It is my utmost honor to see this permanent reminder of his service has passed the House so the legacy of my friend and mentor will continue to live on for generations to come. John Howard Coble was born in Greensboro, Guilford County, N.C., on March 18, 1931. After graduating from high school, he briefly attended Appalachian State University before serving five years in the United States Coast Guard. After leaving active duty in 1956, he continued to serve in the United States Coast Guard Reserve from 1960-1982. Coble received a degree in History from Guildford College in 1958 and a J.D. from the University of North Carolina School of Law, Chapel Hill in 1962. Coble worked in the insurance industry, was assistant U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of North Carolina, and was secretary of the North Carolina Department of Revenue. Coble served one term in the North Carolina House of Representatives in 1969 and again from 1979-1984. In 1984, Coble was elected to represent North Carolina's 6th District in the U.S. House of Representatives. He would end up serving for 15 terms and 30 years, the longest period ever by a North Carolina Republican. Coble served on the Judiciary Committee and chaired the Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet. During the advent of the internet in the 1990's he worked to strengthen copyright and patent laws. In retirement, he refused to take his congressional pension Coble believed in being fiscally responsible and thought his salary was sufficient enough … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-adams-amendments-included-ndaa | Rep. Adams' Amendments included in NDAA | 2020-12-09 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.Representative Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12)'samendments areincluded in theFY2021National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that passed the House yesterday and is headed to President Trump's desk. Rep. Adams offered two amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act which were included in the House bill and are now in the final bill: An amendmentrequiringgreater incorporation ofthe Chief Diversity Officer of the Department of Defense to create a strategic plan that spurs participation by Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) in research, development, testing, and evaluation activities,led byRep. Adams and Rep. Brownand, Report language on relief for student loan debt,directing the Administration to provide relief for private student loan borrowers. This language is based offamendmentsbyReps. Adams and Dean, as well asSens. Warren and Brown, which wouldgrant private student loan borrowers with the same type of relief and protections that Congress provided to borrowers of Federal Direct loansin the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act)and cancel up to $10,000 in debt for private borrowers. HBCUs and MSIs are centers of innovation and excellence, and their work has always been in service of the greater good,saidCongresswoman Adams. Our amendment language directs the Department of Defense's Chief Diversity Officer to meaningfully engage with these institutions and to provide them pathways to access the research and development funds needed to advance their groundbreaking research. Americans owe upwards of $125 billion in private student loan debt in times like this, these Americans also deserve help from their government,said Congresswoman Adams.That is why Representative Dean and I introducedtheseamendmentsto make clear that there should be no distinction between public and privatestudent loanborrowers in accessingand receivingrelief. More information about the NDAA is available here. Congresswoman Alma Adams… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-adams-leads-house-agriculture-subcommittee-meeting-1890-land-grant | Rep. Adams Leads House Agriculture Subcommittee Meeting on 1890 Land Grant Universities | 2020-12-09 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today at 10:00 AM,Representative Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12), vice chair of the House Agriculture Committee,willgiveopeningremarksa meeting of the Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research subcommittee on 1890 Land Grant Universities. The hearing, "1890 Land Grant Institutions 130 Years of Building Equityin Agriculture," will focus on the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) that make up the program, includingNorth Carolina A&T University. The hearing will stream live on YouTube here. In a year that has been marked by a surge of support for racial justice and a pandemic that has disproportionately impacted communities of color,I believe that the mission of the 1890land grant system is more important as ever,said Adams.That is why Congress and the Members of this Committee are committed in our support of the 1890 land grant system, as well as the students and rural communities it serves. The 1890s land grant institutions, commonly known as "the 1890s," were established to support the education of Black students and were primarily founded in the southeastUnited States. Because these institutions did not receive funds via the Hatch Act or the Smith-Lever Act, separate pieces of legislation wererequired to expand their mission to include research and extension activities.All 19 of these institutions are HBCUs. At the hearing, Members of Congress will engage with leaders from the 1890 land-grant system to examine challenges and opportunities facing their universities, including responses to provisions contained in the2018 Farm Bill, areas for additional cooperation between Congress and these institutions, and the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on their students and faculty. Congresswoman Alma Adamsrepresents North Carolina's 12th Congressional District (Charlotte) and serves as Vice Chair of the House Committee on Agriculture. Additionally, she serves on the House Financial Services Committee and the House Education & Labor Committee, where she serves as Chair of the Workfo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/walker-announces-2020-congressional-app-challenge-winners | Walker Announces 2020 Congressional App Challenge Winners | 2020-12-09 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Mark Walker | W000819 | walker.house.gov | legacy | GREENSBORO, N.C.U.S. Representative Mark Walker (R-N.C.)today announced Jayden Sansom and Sushen Kolakaleti as the winners of the 2020 Congressional App Challenge for North Carolina's Sixth District. I'm incredibly proud to highlight Jayden and Sushen's impressive proficiency, exceptional talent, and hard work in this year's Congressional App Challenge competition, Walker said. I wish Jayden, Sushen, and all of our applicants great success in their future endeavors. Jayden Sansom, a senior at Chatham School of Science and Engineering, developed a user-friendly application to observe the night sky. The app, Starga, collects and presents detailed information on star constellations. Sushen Kolakaleti is a senior from Northern Guilford High School. He created My Sadhana, an app that allows users to track spiritual progress and receive feedback on ways to improve areas of importance. Established by the U.S. House of Representatives in 2013, this competition engages students from across the nation to encourage creativity and STEM education. It allows students the opportunity to compete with other students from their own Congressional district by creating and exhibiting their software application for mobile or computer devices on a platform of their choice. As the first-place winner, Jayden's app will be featured on the U.S. House of Representatives'website. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402719 | McHenry Votes to Support Our Troops and Strengthen Domestic Manufacturing | 2020-12-08 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Patrick McHenry | M001156 | mchenry.house.gov | legacy | Today, Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) released the following statement on House passage of theConference Report to Accompany H.R. 6395 Mac Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act:Today'svote fulfillsour responsibility to provide for a strong national defense,said Congressman McHenry.The NDAA includes resources to help the U.S. Military combat the coronavirus pandemic, a well-deserved pay raise for our troops, and brings us another step towards closing the readiness gapthat developed under the previous Administration. In addition to these important measures, this year's NDAA also includes the strengthening of the Berry Amendment, an important step that will both protect American textile jobsincluding many here in western North Carolinaand continue our efforts to combat the Chinese regime,"McHenry continued."In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, it isclear we need to do all we can to protect our domestic supply chains and reduce our reliance on foreign nations.This provision helps accomplish that goal and I'm proud that my efforts to include it in this year's NDAA have paid off. Additionally, American textile industry leaders thanked Congressman McHenry and Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-NJ-09) for their bipartisanship leadership on the inclusion of a strengthened Berry Amendment in this year's NDAA: On behalf of the entire U.S. textile industry, I would like to express the industry's sincere appreciation to Congressman McHenry and Congressman Pascrell for their leadership on the inclusion of a critical provision that strengthens the Berry Amendment in the conference report for the National Defense Authorization Act of Fiscal Year 2021,said National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) President and CEO Kim Glas.This is a big victory for the textile industry, which benefits greatly from the Berry Amendment-- an essential tool of national security policy that ensures American warfighters and military personnel are wearing 100% American-made textile and apparel products, including mission critic… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/reps-adams-lawrence-connolly-lynch-and-others-request-investigation | Reps. Adams, Lawrence, Connolly, Lynch, and Others Request Investigation into Decline of USPSs On-Time Mail Delivery | 2020-12-08 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Yesterday,Representatives Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12), Brenda L. Lawrence (MI-14), Gerald E. Connolly (VA-11), and Stephen F. Lynch (MA-08) led 71of their House colleaguesinsending a letter to the United States Postal Service Inspector General to request an investigation intothe decline in on-time mail delivery in the weeks leading up to the November 2020 Election. Throughout the pandemic, and even as states enacted stay-at-home orders, Postal Service employees have consistently risked their own health and safety to report to work in order to serve as a crucial lifeline to millions of Americans nationwide. Since his hiring, however, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy has irresponsibly enacted a series of flawed operational changes that have slowed mail delivery times and significantly undermined the efforts of the more than 600,000 Postal Service employees who have worked tirelessly to promptly and efficiently deliver mail. During the 2020 election season, the American public's confidence in one of its most trusted agencies faltered as Mr. DeJoy's changes caused considerable delays in delivery times of mail, including ballots. Less than a week before the election, Postal Service on-time delivery numbers showed a significant drop in the agency's ability to deliver ballots before Election Day, creating the possibility that countless ballots nationwide might not be delivered on time,wrote the Members.This trend is emblematic of the decline in service performance in 17 postal districts nationwide that may impact the ability of thousands of Americans to have their votes counted in this election. A copy of the letter is available here. The Members requested that Inspector General Tammy Whitcomb conduct an immediate investigation into the origins of mail delivery delays and the impacts they had on the timely arrival of mail-in ballots. While conducting this investigation, we ask that you complete a full accounting of any corrective actions taken by local Postal Service employees to ensure that all ballots … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://butterfield.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/butterfield-statement-on-nomination-of-retired-us-army-general-lloyd-j | Butterfield Statement on Nomination of Retired U.S. Army General Lloyd J. Austin, III as Secretary of Defense | 2020-12-08 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | G. Butterfield | B001251 | butterfield.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressman Butterfield released the following statement on President-Elect Joe Biden's decision to nominate retired General Lloyd J. Austin, III to serve our Nation as Secretary of Defense: I applaud President-Elect Joe Biden's selection of General Lloyd J. Austin, III to serve as Secretary of Defense for the United States of America. General Austin is well qualified to serve in this most important position. His years of command leadership and commitment to our Nation's defense are unparalleled. General Austin and his wife, Charlene, are family friends of many years. Mrs. Austin's parents were my neighbors in Wilson, North Carolina. General and Mrs. Austin have been a perfect example of a military family who unselfishly serve our Nation. I look forward to a fair and expedited confirmation process in the Senate of the United States. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-bill-strengthen-hbcu-partnerships-heads-presidents-desk | Adams' Bill to Strengthen HBCU Partnerships Passes House | 2020-12-07 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. A bill introduced byCongresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D., (NC-12)tostrengthen partnerships between Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and federal agencies. The HBCU Propelling Agency Relationships Towards a New Era of Results for Students (PARTNERS) Act passed the House today. The bill previously passed the Senate; should it pass the Senate as amended and be signed into law, this legislation will strengthen partnerships between federal agencies and the country's more than 100 HBCUs. This is Adams' third stand-alone bill to pass the House this Congress. HBCUsarecrucially importantagents of access and equity in this country,said Congresswoman Adams. TheHBCU PARTNERS Actrecognizes these contributions in the most important way possible: by affording these institutions the ongoing support and investment needed to deepen their transformational work. This legislation will require every administration and the federal agencies it manages to plan and coordinate their efforts to strategically engage with and invest in HBCUs. In addition, it codifies the President's Board of Advisors on HBCUs, ensuring an ongoing avenue for HBCU priorities and policy concerns to be raised and addressed.Advancing the mission of HBCUs and the success of the communities they serve must be on the minds of our country's leaders, and more importantly, it must be part of their agendas. Thank you to my colleagues in the Congressional Black Caucus and the Bipartisan HBCUCaucus for their support, as well as all of the organizations that are tireless advocates for HBCUs, in getting this bill passed. I know the nearly300,000students that HBCUs serve will benefit from our efforts,Adams concluded. A video of Rep. Adams' remarks is available here. The HBCU PARTNERS Act builds on the President's 2017 executive order on HBCUs. It will require federal agencies with relevant grants and programs to undertake annual planning and coordinate their efforts to support and expand HBCU participationinthose programs. The bill strengthen… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/walker-s-legislation-codify-president-trump-s-action-hbcus-passes-house | Walkers Legislation to Codify President Trumps Action on HBCUs Passes the House | 2020-12-07 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Mark Walker | W000819 | walker.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Representative Mark Walker (R-N.C.) today released the following statement upon the House passage of the HBCU Propelling Agency Relationships Towards a New Era of Results for Students (HBCU PARTNERS) Act legislation heintroducedalongside U.S. Representative Alma Adams (D-N.C.). U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Tim Scott (R-S.C.) introduced thecompanion billin the Senate. Creating a comprehensive federal partnership with America's HBCUs is essential for Congress' shared goal of directing unprecedented support for North Carolina's HBCUs like North Carolina A&T, Winston-Salem State, Elizabeth City State, North Carolina Central, Bennett, Johnson, C. Smith, and Shaw proud and historic institutions which I am privileged to support, Walker said. With this bipartisan legislation, the HBCU PARTNERS Act further cements our nation's commitment to these vital educational institutions. The HBCU PARTNERS Act builds on the President's 2017 executive order on HBCUs. It will require federal agencies with relevant grants and programs to undertake annual planning and coordinate their efforts to support and expand HBCU participation in those programs. The bill strengthens the rigor and transparency requirements of existing law by requiring that agencies track their progress toward past goals and share their plans with Congress. In addition, it codifies the President's Board of Advisors on HBCUs, ensuring an ongoing avenue for the institutions' priorities and policy concerns to be raised. Read the full legislation in its entiretyhere. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-bill-honoring-julius-chambers-signed-law | Adams' Bill Honoring Julius Chambers Signed into Law | 2020-12-04 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. A bill introduced byCongresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D., (NC-12)to name a Charlotte Post Office in honor of civil rights legend Julius Chambers passed the Senate and was signed into law byPresident Donald Trumplast night.H.R. 4981 is Adams' second bill to rename a US Post Office facility after a civil rights icon to be enacted, joining a 2016 measure to rename the Center City Post Office in Winston-Salem, North Carolina after the poet Maya Angelou. In a February speech on the bill,Adams said, my state and our nation are undoubtedly better for the life of Julius L. Chambers. During this Black History Month, I hope that my colleagues will join me in voting in favor of this legislation and help me honor this civil rights legend in a community he worked so hard to improve. I'd like to first thank Congresswoman Adams for making this great honor of dedication happen,said Derrick Chambers, son of Julius Chambers,On behalf of the Chambers Family we are humbled and thankful for this great honor. Robert Keene, chair of the Chambers-McCain Foundation, provided the following quotes in celebration of the passage of the bill: Julius Chambers'longtime partner and friend, James Ferguson said, I've seen him upset at things that were not right, at injustice, but it was never a personal kind of thing. He didn't have the focus or time to hate. He was too busy trying to make things better for people who needed help. My father had worked on this gentleman's tractor trailer. My father was a mechanic. This gentleman would not pay him, and no lawyer in North Carolina would represent my father in suing this leading white citizen of my community, said Julius Chambers in 2002, reflecting on growing up in Montgomery County, North Carolina. That experience became the driving force in his life's pursuit of justice. North Carolina Representative Brandon Lofton said,I moved to Charlotte to work for Julius Chambers. He taught me how to practice law. More importantly, he showed me what service looks like. He worked tirelessly with … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402715 | McHenry Re-Elected to Serve as Republican Leader of the House Financial Services Committee | 2020-12-03 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | NC | Patrick McHenry | M001156 | mchenry.house.gov | legacy | McHenry Re-Elected to Serve as Republican Leader of the House Financial Services Committee Today, Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) was re-elected by members of the House Republican Conference to continue to lead the House Financial Services Committee as Ranking Member. McHenry released the following statement after his re-election:It's an honor to have two more years as the Committee's Republican leader. Over the past two years, Republican Committee Members have delivered on our commitment to innovative solutions and pro-growth policies to support American families and small businesses. From the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Committee Republicans responded immediately to ensure this health crisis did not become a financial crisis. We know there is more work to be done, and I am committed to working with my colleagues to return our nation to a roaring economy. Republicans have a clear alternative to Democrats' government-first agenda. I look forward to leading in the Financial Services Committee to provide solutions, opportunity, and support to the American people. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-named-best-politician-2020-queen-city-nerve | Alma Adams Named "Best Politician" of 2020 by Queen City Nerve | 2020-12-03 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | CHARLOTTE Yesterday,Queen City Nervereleased its "Best in the Nest 2020" list, namingCongresswomen Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12)as the critics' choice for "Best Politician." "If there's an issue in which ordinary citizens' rights, well-being and safety are at stake, chances are Adams has been there to take a stand," wroteQueen City Nerve. I am humbled to be honored asQueen City Nerve's Best Politician of 2020,said Congresswoman Adams.What we accomplished this year wouldn't have been possible without our hard-working team, as well as all of the constituents and civic leaders who work with us to create a shared vision for One Meck. However, this year's work won't be done until we pass meaningful COVID relief for North Carolina families: something we must do before Congress goes home for the year. The article highlighted many of the bills Congresswoman Adams introduced this year, including theRight to PROTEST Act, theKira Johnson Act, theClosing the Meal Gap Act, and theLocal Farmer Act. Congresswoman Alma Adamsrepresents North Carolina's 12th Congressional District (Charlotte) and serves as Vice Chair of the House Committee on Agriculture. 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, she founded the Adams Hunger Initiative to address food insecurity across Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, and the 12th Congressional District. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://butterfield.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/butterfield-introduces-the-prevent-diabetes-act | Butterfield Introduces the PREVENT DIABETES Act | 2020-12-03 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | G. Butterfield | B001251 | butterfield.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Today Representatives G.K. Butterfield (D-CA), Tom Rice (R-SC), Diana DeGette (D-CO), and Tom Reed (R-NY) introduced The Promoting Responsible and Effective Virtual Experiences through Novel Technology to Deliver Improved Access and Better Engagement with Tested and Evidence-Based Strategies (PREVENT DIABETES) Act. Over 3.5 million North Carolinians have prediabetes and this number continues to grow. We know that diabetes disproportionately affects minority communities, especially those living in rural and underserved areas. It is critical to support these vulnerable communities by leveraging every tool at our disposal and providing education and information on healthy choices that will help prevent the development of diabetes. Increasing virtual access to the Diabetes Prevention Program will make it easier for people to access the vital information and care they need, said Congressman G.K. Butterfield. Today I introduced the PREVENT DIABETES Act. Approximately 500,000 South Carolinians have diabetes. This legislation will expand virtual suppliers in the Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program (MDPP) to those in rural, minority, or medically undeserved communities to help address disparities and improve lives. My goal is to create policies that give South Carolinians and all Americans access to high quality, efficient health care services under Medicare. MDPP expansion will help empower residents and families to make healthier choices, so we can prosper as a community, said Congressman Tom Rice. Nearly one-third of all adults in this country have either diabetes or prediabetes, said Congressman DeGette, who serves as co-chair of the Congressional Diabetes Caucus. Finding ways to prevent more Americans from developing this deadly disease must remain one of our top priorities. This legislation will help us expand access to important resources and make them more available to more Americans including our seniors, and those living in more rural areas, who may otherwise be unable to utilize the… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-lowey-introduce-public-safety-and-wildlife-protection-act | Adams, Lowey Introduce the Public Safety and Wildlife Protection Act | 2020-12-02 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today,Congresswomen Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12)andNitaM.Lowey (NY-17)introduced thePublic Safety and Wildlife Protection Act. I'm introducing the Public Safety and Wildlife ProtectionAct today because we cannot afford to ignore the danger posed by antiquated body-gripping traps,said Congresswoman Adams.Wildlife, pets, and people are placed in harm's way whenever theseviolenttraps are around. I am proud to reintroduce this important piece of legislation with my colleague, Congresswoman Nita M. Lowey, to protect our wildlife and our families. I am proud to fight alongside Congresswoman Adams to eliminate the use of antiquated steel-jaw and Conibear traps that cause unnecessary violence to our wildlife, environment, and communities,said Congresswoman Lowey.While the use of these traps is cruel and unnecessary to wildlife, the devices also pose a risk to adults, children, and pets. I commend my colleague's dedication to this fight, and I hope now we can finally rid our ecosystems of the scourge of violent traps and better protect all living things. ThePublic Safety and Wildlife Protection Actwould prohibit interstate shipment ofsteel-jawleghold and Conibear traps.This legislation will not supersede a state's policies and regulations on trapping; it does, however, ensure that these two dangerous traps do not cross state lines. According to a 2015 Responsive Management report, almost 90 percent of trappers used eithersteel-jawleghold or Conibear traps. Although each state regulates the use ofsteel-jawleghold or Conibear traps, there are no federal laws preventing trappers from crossing state lines with these traps. Steel-jaw leghold traps and Conibear traps can inflict tremendous suffering on any animal caught in the metal jaws, said Cathy Liss, president of AWI. Animals who do not die right away are left in agony, pinned by the powerful spring-loaded clamp. Furthermore, anyone can step into these barbaric devices, including people and their pets. It's time to evolve beyond such an archaic method… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://butterfield.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/butterfield-appointed-senior-chief-deputy-whip-for-the-117th-congress | Butterfield Appointed Senior Chief Deputy Whip for the 117th Congress | 2020-12-02 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | G. Butterfield | B001251 | butterfield.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressman G. K. Butterfield released the following statement on being appointed Senior Chief Deputy Whip of the House Democratic Caucus for the 117th Congress: I am honored to be entrusted with the position of Senior Chief Deputy Whip of the House Democratic Caucus for the 117th Congress. I am particularly humbled to assume the role previously held by the late Representative John Lewis who served in this distinguished position for many years. I appreciate the confidence of my friend and mentor, Congressman Jim Clyburn, who appointed me to this leadership role. I look forward to working with my colleagues in a bipartisan manner to pass legislation that will create good paying jobs and help the American economy build back better from the devastation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. I will support the Biden Administration's legislative agenda as we work together to provide economic security to America's families." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/advisory-congresswoman-alma-adams-events-week | Advisory: Congresswoman Alma Adams Events this Week | 2020-12-01 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | CHARLOTTEWhile continuing to work for Charlotte and Mecklenburg County in Washington,Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12)willparticipate in aTransit is the Future forum tomorrow, Wednesday December 2.Her office will then host a Holiday Resource Fair on Thursday December 3. "I'm excited to join the conversation on Wednesday. My toplocalinfrastructure priority in the 117th Congress is making a comprehensive transit system a reality foreveryone inMecklenburg County,"said Congresswoman Adams."Charlotte's future is in reach, so it's up to all of us to work together to make sure future development is equitable, sustainable, and creates opportunity and investment across our community." "December is a critical time for our community. COVID-19 relief benefits are running out, and more of our neighbors are facing housing insecurity as temperatures plummet,"said Congresswoman Adams."My office is committed to connecting our community to critical resources in this time of great need. No family should be left out in the cold this holiday season." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402714 | McHenry on Senator Kathy Harrington Becoming North Carolina's First Female Senate Majority Leader | 2020-11-30 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Patrick McHenry | M001156 | mchenry.house.gov | legacy | McHenry on Senator Kathy Harrington Becoming North Carolina's First Female Senate Majority Leader Today, Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) released the following statement on the unanimous election of Senator Kathy Harringtonof Gastoniaas the first female majority leader oftheNorth CarolinaSenate:"Congratulations to my longtime friend Kathy Harrington on this tremendous honor. Kathy is a proven operator within the Republican Caucus who commands the attention of her colleagues when she speaks. Kathy's election as Majority Leader marks a historic choice for NC Senate Republicans and one I know they will not regret." | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-adams-november-review | Rep. Adams' November in Review | 2020-11-30 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | 2436 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515-3312 202-225-1510 (office) 202-225-1512 (fax) Hours: M-F 9-6pm | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=4935 | In Case You Missed It: Medical malpractice claims delay 'unacceptable,' Rep. Hudson tells DoD (Fox 46) | 2020-11-30 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | legacy | CHARLOTTE, N.C. (FOX 46 CHARLOTTE)Bipartisan anger on Capitol Hill continues to grow as military families, whose loved ones were injured or killed due to medical malpractice, are left in limbo. In a letter to Acting Defense Secretary Christopher Miller, Fort Bragg Congressman Richard Hudson (R-Concord) calls the Defense Department's delay in processing medical malpractice claims unacceptable. When we initially began this endeavor to bring equitable treatment to those harmed by medical malpractice, it was noted that the DoD was opposed to this effort, Hudson wrote. I sincerely hope that this is not an effort by the Department to delay a policy that they do not support. Active duty soldiers are not allowed to sue the government because of a controversial 1950 Supreme Court ruling known as the Feres Doctrine. A law signed last year, following a series of FOX 46 investigations, gives service members the right to be compensated for the first time for botched and negligent care. While thisdoes not wholly repeal the Feres Doctrine, Hudson wrote, it is a positive step towards the equitable treatment of our men and women in uniform. Last year, a bipartisan bill that Hudson worked on was introduced in Congress. It stemmed from a series of FOX 46 reports on the botched care that Fort Bragg Green Beret Sgt. 1stClassRichard Stayskalreceived at Womack Army Medical Center. Doctors misdiagnosed his lung cancer as pneumonia. He is now Stage 4. Defense officials told Congress an interim final rule needed to implement the law would be released no later than Sept. 30. Nearly two months later, DoD officials say it is still well underway almost a yearafter President Trump signed the law. [W]e are now well past this target and there is still no timeline on when a rule will be made public, Hudson wrote. This delay is unacceptable. Read the entire article and Congressman Hudson's letter to the Department of Defensehere. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://price.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/rep-price-statement-death-larry-willis-president-transportation-trades | Rep. Price Statement on Death of Larry Willis, President of Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO | 2020-11-30 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Democrat | Senate | NC | David Price | P000523 | price.house.gov | legacy | Raleigh, NC(November 30, 2020) Congressman David Price (NC-04),Chairman of the Transportation, Housing, and UrbanDevelopment Appropriations Subcommittee,released a statement on thetragicdeath of theLarry Willis, President of the Transportation Trades Department (TTD), AFL-CIO: I join our labor brothers and sistersinmourningthe loss ofLarryWillis, President of Transportation Trades Department (TTD), AFL-CIO. Hewasa fierce advocate for transportation workersand their families, improvingtheir livesand livelihoods. His leadership greatly benefitedour nation and thetraveling public byensuring our transportation systemsremainedsafe and efficient, saidCongressman Price. Larry's dedicationwasevidentthroughouthis distinguished career,andhissteadfastdetermination tofight on behalf of our nation's rail, transit, aviation, and maritime workers willforeverbeenshrined in the legislation he helped shape andthe lives of those who worked with him. I offer my sincere condolences toLarry'swife, daughter,friends, andcolleagues. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/walker-honors-dr-joe-giaritelli-community-hero-month | Walker Honors Dr. Joe Giaritelli as Community Hero of the Month | 2020-11-30 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Mark Walker | W000819 | walker.house.gov | legacy | GREENSBORO, N.C.U.S. Representative Mark Walker (R-N.C.)honored Dr. Joe Giaritelli as the Sixth District Community Hero of the Month for November 2020. Each month, Walker awards a constituent, business, or organization for displaying extraordinary acts of service and for making a difference in the lives around them. For more than two decades, Dr. Joe's heart and leadership hasgreatly impacted thousands of people throughout Central North Carolina, serving his community with integrity, grace and success, Walker said. Over the course of six years, I was privileged to see firsthand the difference Dr. Joe has made, and am honored to present him with this award. Dr. Joe Giaritelli has been the Senior Pastor of Lawndale Baptist Church in Greensboro for nearly 22 years. Affectionately called Dr. Joe by many of his friends and family, he has been in the ministry for 35 years. While in Greensboro, he has led multiple efforts to realize his vision for Lawndale as a leader in serving the community. He has been involved in implementing dozens of community ministry programs, including the church's annual Thanksgiving Feeding the 5000 event. The church continued thetradition this year, giving out turkeys during a drive-up event to families in need. Dr. Joe Giaritelli and his wife, PJ, live in Greensboro. He was presented with a certificate and a flag that was flown over the U.S. Capitol. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/thanksgiving-140-members-congress-support-adams-harris-bill-expand-and | This Thanksgiving, 140 Members of Congress Support Adams-Harris Bill to Expand and Strengthen SNAP Benefits | 2020-11-23 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.This Thanksgiving season, 16 Members of Congress joinedCongresswoman Alma Adamsas well asU.S. Senators Kamala D. Harris (D-CA) and Bernie Sanders (I-VT), among others,in supporting theClosing the Meal Gap Act,legislation that expands and strengthens Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for vulnerable community members that are struggling to make ends meet. With food banks experiencing skyrocketing demand across the country, the economic crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has drastically increased the need for SNAP to combat food insecurity. Congresswoman Alma Adamsoriginally introducedtheClosing the Meal Gap Act in 2017 before introducing it again in 2019. TheClosing the Meal Gap Acthas beenendorsed by Feeding America and the Food Research and Action Centerand currently has139 cosponsors in Congress. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic began,more thanthirty-five millionAmericansstruggled every day to put food on their table. Now, it's even clearer thatSNAPbenefits are simply not generous enough to provide the help people need,said Congresswoman Adams.Feeding America reports that, due to the pandemic, more thanfifty millionAmericansmay experience food insecurity in 2020, which is why strengthening SNAP is more important than ever.This Thanksgiving, no family should go without food on their table. New cosponsors includeRepresentatives Luis Correa (CA-46), Alan Lowenthal (CA-47), Tom O'Halleran (AZ-01), Donald Payne (NJ-10), Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11), Juan Vargas (CA-51), Susan Wild (PA-07), Gerald Connolly (VA-11), Madeleine Dean (PA-04), Jared Huffman (CA-02), Doris Matsui (CA-06), Joseph Morelle (NY-25), Terri Sewell (AL-07), Albio Sires (NJ-08), Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08), and Brendan Boyle (PA-02). TheClosing the Meal Gap Actis endorsed byThe Food Research and Action Center (FRAC), Feeding America, Share Our Strength, MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger, Miami-Dade County, the Ecumenical Poverty Initiative, the NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice, RESULTS: The Power to … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-announces-new-sponsors-local-and-regional-farmer-and-market | Adams Announces New Sponsors of the Local and Regional Farmer and Market Support Act | 2020-11-20 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. In August of 2o2o,Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12), Vice Chair of the House's Committee on Agriculture, introduced theLocal and Regional Farmer and Market Support Act (Local Farmer Act)tohelp save the farmers, farms, and families hardest hit by COVID-19. TheLocal Farmer Actwould address concerns about these farmers by targeting aid directly to local and regional food producers and markets as they cope with the economic impacts of the coronavirus pandemic. This week,Reps. Pingree, Fudge, Schrier, Langevin, Khanna, Blumenauer, Gabbard, San Nicolas, andKapturhave signed on as co-sponsorsof this critical legislation. I'm proud tobe joined by my colleagues in support of theLocal and Regional Farmer and Market Support Act, which would target pandemic aid directly to local and regional producers and markets, with specific support built-in for farmers of color and minority-owned markets, to help them weather thecontinuedimpacts ofCOVID-19,said Vice Chair Adams.This legislation continues to be urgent because small and mid-sized farms, especially those operated by Black, Indigenous and other farmers of color, have been among those hardest hit by COVID-19. Any upcoming COVID-19 relief package must include help for these farmers and the local farmers markets and they depend on. TheLocal Farmer Actwould: Create an alternative coronavirus relief payment program for farmers that sell in local and regional markets based on their historic revenue, rather than price loss; Ensure that these COVID-19 relief payments cannot be used by USDAto repay farmers' outstanding FSA loans; Provide emergency response grants for farmers markers and local food enterprisestoimplement public health protections and coronavirus-smart marketing practices; Provide emergency response grants to direct marketing farmers to help them respond to shifting markets and adopt new socially-distant practices and sales models; Provide more equitable distribution of relief funds sothat farmers of color and small farmsget the funds the… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/kira-johnson-act-gains-momentum-congress-adams-urges-passage | Kira Johnson Act Gains Momentum in Congress as Adams Urges Passage | 2020-11-20 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C.Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), co-founder and co-chair of the Black Maternal Health Caucus,is urgingpassage ofher bill, theKira Johnson Act, before Congress goes home for the year.H.R. 6144, theKira Johnson Act, gained 13 additional Cosponsors. As COVID-19 continues to put enormous pressure on birthing parents, I'm highlighting an important bill in theBlack Maternal HealthMomnibus: the Kira Johnson Act. The bill invests in reducing maternal mortality and morbidity rates overall, and especially for Black women,said Representative Adams, co-founder and co-chair of the Black Maternal Health Caucus.Prior to the pandemic, Black moms were three to four times more likely than white moms to die in childbirth. Since January, 38,000 pregnant women in the US have been diagnosed with COVID-19.As pregnant women continue to seek necessary maternal health care during the pandemic, we must invest in culturally-competent organizations. Community-based health care providers are leading the charge in improving outcomes for Black women and birthing persons.Now is the time to close the Black maternal health gap. Black moms matter, and we need every Member of Congress to stand up and join us in supporting policies that save lives. Addressing our nation's Black maternal health crisis must remain a top priority in Congress, especially in the midst of a pandemic that is exacerbating health inequities. The Kira Johnson Act provides critical funding to community-based organizations and other programs that will be needed to address the glaring racial and ethnic disparities in maternal health outcomes. I look forward to continuing my partnership with Congresswoman Adams and our Black Maternal Health Caucus to advance the Kira Johnson Act and the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act in the remaining months of the 116th Congress,said Rep. Lauren Underwood. Information from the Centers for Disease Control on maternal mortality and morbidity during COVID-19 is available here. Approximately 8,000 pregnant women have been hospital… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-adams-delivers-speech-support-house-apprenticeship-bill | Rep. Adams Delivers Speech in Support of House Apprenticeship Bill | 2020-11-19 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today,Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12)addressed the United States House of Representatives in support of theNational Apprenticeship Reauthorization Act of 2020. Adams is a cosponsor of the bill, which includes her amendment, theApprenticeship Access for All Act of 2020. Video of the remarks is available here. "This legislation includes my bill, theApprenticeship Access for All Act,"said Adams. "This language will advance programs that promote the recruitment, employment, and retention of people of color, individuals with disabilities, and individuals facing barriers to employment especially in high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand sectors and occupations.After all, we must be sure thateveryonehas access to opportunity." The Registered Apprenticeship program is America's most successful workforce development program. Reauthorizing the National Apprenticeship Act is critical to expanding the program during our nation's deepest economic downturn since the Great Depression.By increasing investments in the national apprenticeship program, the National Apprenticeship Act of 2020 will bring America's investments in apprenticeship more in line with countries around the world. The U.S. spends only about 0.1 percent of gross domestic product (GDP) on workforce training and employment programs, while our peer industrialized nations spend roughly six times as much as a share of GDP. A link to a fact sheet about the bill is available here. Adams' full remarks as prepared for delivery are below: I rise today in strong support of theNational Apprenticeship Reauthorization Act. By creating nearly 1 million new apprenticeship opportunities and yielding over 10 billion dollars in net benefits, this legislation is a lifeline for our economy and for countless Americans, including those in my home state of North Carolina. With a proven track record of success, we know this is a safe and smart investment. I am also pleased that this legislation includes my bill, theApprenticeship Access for All Act. This language will… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-adams-more-38000-pregnant-women-diagnosed-covid-19 | Rep. Adams: "More than 38,000 Pregnant Women" Diagnosed with COVID-19 | 2020-11-17 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Last night,Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), the co-founder and co-chair of the Black Maternal Health Caucus,addressed the crisis posed by COVID-19 for pregnant women and communities of color on the floor of the United States House of Representatives. Video of the remarks is available here. "This month, a CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report found that pregnant women are at increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19,"said Adams. "Since January 22, more than38,000pregnant women have been diagnosed with COVID-19 in the U.S, of which 51 have died. The study found that pregnant women are more likely to be admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU), receive invasive ventilation, and are at increased risk of death compared to nonpregnant women." A link to the CDC report is available here. Adams' full remarks as prepared for delivery are below: Madam Speaker I rise today as the Founder and Co-Chair of the Black Maternal Health Caucus. And I want to take this time to speak briefly about the impact of COVID-19 on the Black community, communities of color, and pregnant women. For the past 8 months, our country has been battling this incredibly deadly virus. It's a national public health crisis unlike any we've ever experienced. And it has highlighted the existing racial health disparities our communities were already facing. The data does not lie. We know that people of color are experiencing significantly higher rates of infections and deaths compared to White individuals. Black people are more than twice as likely to die from COVID-19 as White people. And, the mortality rate for Native Americans is nearly two times that of White persons. Researchers have also found that Black and Hispanic people are nearlythree times as likely to contractCOVID-19, andnearly two times as likely to diefrom COVID-19. This month, a CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report found that pregnant women are at increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19. Since January 22, more than38,000pregnant women have been diag… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=4934 | Hudson Unanimously Elected to House Leadership | 2020-11-17 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) has been unanimously elected by his colleagues as House Republican Conference Secretary for the 117th Congress. In this leadership position within the House Republican Conference, Rep. Hudson will focus on prioritizing member development, keeping Republicans on offense, and coordinating Republican communications strategies. I want to thank the people of North Carolina's 8th District for reelecting me and allowing me to continue to be an effective voice and leader in our conference,"said Rep. Hudson."I'm a conservative who will listen to every member of our conference and amplify their voices. By running in a targeted district myself, I know what it takes to win and will also continue working to give others the tools they need to strengthen and expand our conference. I am confident we can retake the majority in 2022 by remaining united, staying on offense, and offering a bold conservative alternative to the American people that follows through on ourCommitment to America." Rep. Hudson will replace outgoing Republican Conference Secretary Jason Smith (MO-08). Conference Secretary is one of seven positions at the leadership table for Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives. Learn more about the House Republican Conferencehere. ? ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://butterfield.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/butterfield-s-lumbee-recognition-act-passes-house | Butterfields Lumbee Recognition Act Passes House | 2020-11-16 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Democrat | Senate | NC | G. Butterfield | B001251 | butterfield.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressman G. K. Butterfield issued the following statement after his bill, H.R. 1964, the Lumbee Recognition Act was passed out of the House of Representatives Today's unanimous and bipartisan vote to pass H.R. 1964 is a long-awaited victory for the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. I am proud to have introduced this legislation that will right a historic wrong by finally extending the Lumbee Tribe the full federal recognition they deserve. When enacted, the Lumbee Tribe will be a sovereign entity under federal law and have access to federal funding and services that will promote economic development, access to quality health care, and robust community empowerment. I am grateful for the support of my colleagues in the North Carolina Congressional Delegation on both sides of the aisle, Chairman Grijalva for getting my bill through the Natural Resources Committee, and to Leader Steny Hoyer for prioritizing a vote on the House floor on this critical legislation. I look forward to the swift passage of this bill in the Senate. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://price.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/rep-price-announces-4th-district-app-challenge-winner | Rep. Price Announces 4th District App Challenge Winner | 2020-11-13 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Democrat | Senate | NC | David Price | P000523 | price.house.gov | legacy | RALEIGH, NC (November 13, 2020) At a virtual pitch competition and awards reception last evening,Representative David Price (NC-04)recognized the middle and high school student finalists and winner of theFourthDistrict's Congressional App Challenge. During the pitch competition, the top 5 finalists were invited to present their app before a live panel of judges.Overall, this year's app challenge received a record-setting 42 app submissionswith 74 students participatingfrom 24 Triangle-area schools. After the scores were tallied,Esha Agarwal from the Enloe Magnet High School won with her app,outSMARTPD, that helps users determine whether theyare exhibitingsigns of Parkinson'sdisease. Watch the outSMARTPD submission here. This year, students have had to make the difficult transition to a new online learning environment as we combatthe COVID-19 pandemic. However, I was encouraged by the innovation, curiosity, and versatility of every single app submission,saidRepresentativeDavidPrice. Each app revealed students' exceptional technological skills and an ambition to solvesocietalproblems. I am proud of every students' participationin the competition. I would also like tothankour judgesand sponsors,Fidelity and N.C. State University's Friday Institute,for making the App Challenge a success this year. Also placing in the competition were: First Runner Up:GoCOMPOST Bo Chi, Ben Li,YichenSun, andYikuanSun Chapel Hill High School, East Chapel Hill High School, North Carolina School of Science & Math, and Smith Middle School Second Runner Up:Empathize HarvikKolla, Aryan,Kokkanti,Abhi,Indukuri, AkhilSurapaneni Triangle Math and Science Academy, Raleigh Charter High School Honorable Mention:StudentAssistant ReyanshBahl Green Level High School Honorable Mention:Luna KeshavVaradarajan Raleigh Charter High School Established bythe U.S. House of Representatives in 2013, the App Challenge competition is a nationwide event that allows high school students from across the country to comp… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/reps-adams-and-clay-lead-effort-protect-renters-urge-cdc-extend-duration | Reps. Adams and Clay Lead Effort to Protect Renters, Urge CDC to Extend Duration of Agency Order on Evictions | 2020-11-10 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | Reps. Adams and Clay LeadEffort to Protect Renters, Urge CDC to Extend Duration of Agency Orderon Evictions Washington, D.C. (November 10, 2020)-Congresswoman Alma S. Adams,Ph.D. (NC-12),Congressman Wm. Lacy Clay (MO-01),Chair of the House Financial Services Committee's Subcommittee on Housing, Community Development, and Insurance,and30 of theircolleagues in the U.S. House, are calling on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC to extend its temporary halt on some residential evictions during COVID-19. On September 4, 2020, the CDCissued a temporary halt on residential evictions forthe nonpayment of rent throughDecember 31, 2020. However,on October 9, 2020, the Trump Administration updated theCDC'sguidance to allow landlords to challenge tenant declarations and initiate the eviction process, undermining the agency's original order andcreating new burdens for renters seeking protection. While significant rental assistance is desperately needed to prevent a long-term housing crisis,extending the CDC's halt on residential evictions during COVID-19 andrescindingthe updated guidance would provide urgently needed relief,said Congresswoman Adams.With cases increasing across the country,it is critical thatthe CDCtakeevery possible stepto protect vulnerablerentersfrom the related threats of homelessness and COVID-19. It is critical that CDC put a hold on evictions wherever possible until President-elect Biden and his team have an opportunity to put their housing emergency plans in place,said Congressman Clay. Reps. Alma Adams,Wm. Lacy Clay, and their colleagues are urging CDCDirectorRobert Redfield andDepartment of Health and Human ServicesSecretary Alex Azar to: Repeal the October 9th guidance that makes it easier for landlords to file evictions against their tenants; Provide new, enforced guidancethat provides instruction on how violators can be held accountable; Extend thetemporary halt on some residential evictions for90 days,untilMarch 31, 2021. Congresswoman Alma Adamsrepresents North Carolina… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://butterfield.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/butterfield-statement-on-the-passing-of-john-clarence-scarborough-iii | Butterfield Statement on the Passing of John Clarence Scarborough, III | 2020-11-08 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Democrat | Senate | NC | G. Butterfield | B001251 | butterfield.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressman G. K. Butterfield issued the following statement on passing of John C. Skeepie Scarborough, III; President and CEO of Scarborough & Hargett Funeral Home and personal friend of more than 50 years: A native of Durham, North Carolina and fourth generation member of the Scarborough family to lead the fifth oldest African American funeral home in the United States; Durham has indeed suffered a great loss of a true pillar of the Durham community. Continuing a strong family legacy in the legendary Scarborough and Hargett Funeral Home, John C. Scarborough III always stayed true to the funeral home motto [a] Dignified Service in a Sympathetic Way.' Skeepie and his beloved wife Queen took great pride in serving the African American community and providing an atmosphere of compassion and healing to those he served. In addition to his nearly 60 years of service in the family funeral home, Skeepie also continued his strong family legacy of breaking barriers and serving his community with dedication and compassion and many other ways. As we mourn the loss of Skeepie' we can now return the favor as we honor and celebrate the life and legacy of this son of Durham. He will be dearly missed, but never forgotten. On behalf of the United States House of Representatives, we extend condolences to his beloved wife, Queen Marble Bass-Scarborough, and the entire Scarborough and Bass families. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://butterfield.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/butterfield-statement-on-election-of-president-elect-joe-biden-and-vice | Butterfield Statement on Election of President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris | 2020-11-07 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Democrat | Senate | NC | G. Butterfield | B001251 | butterfield.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressman G. K. Butterfield issued the following statement on the election of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris: The people have spokenJoe Biden and Kamala Harris have been electedthe voices of the American people have won. In a historic voter turnout, Americans elected Joe Biden to serve as the 46th President of the United States of America. Biden promised that he would represent and serve all of America, including those who didn't vote for him; showing an admirable and necessary attribute needed for a national leader. Now, it is time is time to get to work for the good of all Americans. It's time to restore civility, decency, and bipartisanship to the legislative process. Joe Biden has promised to prioritize the challenges surrounding the pandemic, and it is imperative that we pass COVID relief legislation during the lame duck session so that the immediate needs of the American people are addressed. President-Elect Joe Biden has pledged to deliver for the people, and I pledge my unequivocal support as he takes the reins of power to lead this nation. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=4932 | Hudson Releases Statement | 2020-11-07 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | legacy | First Name: Last Name: Mobile Phone: E-mail Address: Zip Code(5-Digit): Business Name * Date: Received PPP Loan (MM/DD/YYYY) * Date: Applied for PPP Loan (MM/DD/YYYY) * Number Of Employees Kept On Payroll Because Of PPP Loan * Tell Your Story * *By answering this survey, you are subscribing to my newsletter. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://price.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/rep-david-price-congratulates-president-elect-biden-and-vice-president-elect | Rep. David Price Congratulates President-Elect Biden and Vice President-Elect Harris | 2020-11-07 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Democrat | Senate | NC | David Price | P000523 | price.house.gov | legacy | Raleigh, NC(November 7, 2020) Congressman David Price (NC-04)released a statement on the election of President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris: In electing Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, America chose decency and hope, and there is no better team to lead the United States in this moment, said Congressman David Price. This election serves as a historic repudiation of President Trump's division, hate, and chaos. Tonight, Joe Biden delivered a message of unity, setting America on a course of healing and shared prosperity. That begins with rebuilding our country better and more resilient than ever before. From day one, the upcoming Biden administration will lead with a science-based approach to tackling the COVID-19 pandemic, helping families and our economy recover. He'll get to work on his agenda: massive investments in infrastructure and housing, increasing the minimum wage, expanding economic opportunity for all, and ensuring that every American has affordable health care coverage. There's much repair work to be done at home, but also abroad. A Biden administration must restore trust with allies, deter our adversaries, and repair the United States standing in the world. That means rejoining the Paris Climate Accord and the Iran Nuclear Agreement, supporting human rights, and leading with our democratic values. I look forward to working with President-elect Biden and Vice President-elect Harris to achieve success for all Americans. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/reps-adams-underwood-urge-department-labor-strengthen-nursing | Reps. Adams & Underwood Urge the Department of Labor to Strengthen Nursing Protections in the Workplace | 2020-11-06 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C.-Congresswomen Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12)andLauren Underwood (IL-14), theco-founders and co-chairs of the Black Maternal Health Caucus,urge the Department of Labor (DOL) to promote the nursing protections outlined in section 7(r) of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FSLA) for women in the workplace during COVID-19. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), breast milk is the best source of nutrition for most infants, and infants and mothers who breastfeed have decreased risk for certain health conditions, including sudden death syndrome for infants and breast and ovarian cancer for mothers. As existingDOLguidance underscores, a private, non-bathroom space for nursing needs (which continues to be a protected right under the law for many workers) is critical for employees in higher risk settings, such as health care workers, during the COVID-19 pandemic. At this challenging and confusing time, it is critical for employers to continue to meet their responsibilities to support the health of their employees. We encourage additional action from theDepartment's Wage and Hour Division (WHD)to provide clarification and to promote awareness regarding the continued responsibility of employers and rights of employees related to nursing protections in the workplace during the COVID-19 pandemic,Reps. Adams and Underwood wrote. Women have a right to tend to their nursing needs while on the job, and it is essential to the health of mothers and infants that employers uphold that right,said Congresswoman Adams. Barriers that limit breastfeeding in the workplace can have negative long-term impacts on maternal and infant health and exacerbate challenges that contribute to lower breastfeeding rates for Black women in particular. We must be sure this pandemic is not used as an excuse to skirt these essential protections, particularly as one in three jobs held by women have been deemed as essential. Congresswoman Adams and Congresswoman Underwood are requesting that the Department's Wage and Hour … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://butterfield.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/butterfield-statement-on-the-passing-of-craven-county-commissioner | Butterfield Statement on the Passing of Craven County Commissioner Johnnie Sampson Jr. | 2020-11-06 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Democrat | Senate | NC | G. Butterfield | B001251 | butterfield.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) issued the following statement on passing of longtime Craven County Commissioner Johnnie Sampson Jr. A native of Craven County, Commissioner Sampson dedicated decades of passionate service to the needs of his community. From his civic involvement with the Craven County Voters' League to serving on the board of the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council,as well as serving over twenty years as CommissionerJohnnie Sampson Jr. poured his energy, conviction and love into the Craven County community. He was a friend, a man of passion and principle who impacted the lives of many. Though we mourn the loss of Johnnie Sampson Jr., we also celebrate and honor his life of service. I share my deepest condolences to Johnnie Sampson Jr.'s family and friends during this difficult time. ## | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/walker-honors-north-carolina-zoo-essential-employees-community-heroes | Walker Honors North Carolina Zoo Essential Employees as Community Heroes of the Month | 2020-11-05 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Mark Walker | W000819 | walker.house.gov | legacy | GREENSBORO, N.C.U.S. Representative Mark Walker (R-N.C.) honored six employees of the North Carolina Zoo as Community Heroes of the Month for October 2020. Each month, Walker awards a constituent, business, or organization for displaying extraordinary acts of service and for making a difference in the lives around them. The North Carolina Zoo has faced many challenges amidst this pandemic, but these leaders have remarkably stepped up to the challenge and provided outstanding care to the animals who call this facility home, Walker said. I am proud to honor these individuals as community heroes for their selfless acts of service and diligence in the face of adversity. Crista McGee (Operations), Chris Shupp (Animal Section), Heather Scott (Veterinary Hospital), Jennifer Ireland (Animal Section), Amy Koepp (Veterinary Hospital), Donna Spencer (Environmental Services), and Leslie Seals (Rangers) are zoo employees who went above and beyond to care for and protect the zoo's animals and facilities while it was closed during the COVID-19 pandemic. These essential workers stayed onsite to ensure that the more than 1,800 animals had continuous care and that the internal operations continued to run smoothly. Thank you for recognizing our staff and their dedication to the Zoo. This has been an interesting year with many twists and turns, said Diane Villa, Director of Communications and Marketing for the North Carolina Zoo. We can always count on our Zoo family to rise to any occasion and provide excellent care for animals and support each other. The employees were presented certificates and a flag which was flown over the U.S. Capitol in honor of all North Carolina Zoo employees who have served so ably during this challenging year. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-adams-blasts-delayed-delivery-ballots | Rep. Adams Blasts Delayed Delivery of Ballots | 2020-11-02 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | CHARLOTTEToday,CongresswomanAlma Adams (NC-12)responded tobreaking newsabout ballot delays in North Carolinafirst reported by John Kruzel of The Hill. Her remarks are below: "I am shocked by the delayed delivery of absentee ballots in Charlotte, Greensboro and across our country - especially when the Postmaster General promised to prioritize election mail,"said Congresswoman Adams. "These delivery delays amount to nothing less than structural voter suppression. Those responsible for undermining our election should be held accountable, and an investigation must be launched immediately. Finally, if the Postmaster General played any role in the delays, he should resign." Congresswoman Alma Adams has represented North Carolina's 12th Congressional District since 2014, and has been a leader in the House of Representatives on postal reform issues. Last week, her plan for postal reform was published in theHarvard Law School Journal on Legislation. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://butterfield.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/reps-butterfield-price-adams-condemn-violent-police-response-to | Reps. Butterfield, Price, & Adams Condemn Violent Police Response to Demonstrators in Alamance County, Demand United States Department of Justice (DOJ) Investigation | 2020-11-02 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Democrat | Senate | NC | G. Butterfield | B001251 | butterfield.house.gov | legacy | Wilson, NC Democratic Members of the North Carolina congressional delegation, Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01), Congressman David Price (NC-04), and Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statements regarding the forceful dispersal of peaceful marchers by law enforcement in Alamance County during a march to the polls on Saturday, October 31, 2020: The reports and videos showing the aggressive actions taken by law enforcement during the I am Change march to the polls in Alamance county on Saturday are extremely disturbing. The Constitution's clear protections of peaceful assembly and the right to vote demand a full accounting of any and all violations of these fundamental rights. There should be no delay in a thorough investigation by the DOJ of the actions taken by the Alamance County Sheriff's Office and the City of Graham Police Department. Voter intimidation by anyone will not be tolerated. The voice of the people will not be silenced, said Congressman Butterfield. Voter intimidation of any form cannot be tolerated, said Congressman Price. The very fabric of our democracy depends on upholding constitutional rights to peacefully assemble and to vote. The aggressive response to this weekend's march involved law enforcement officers pepper spraying peaceful marchers headed to the polls, including elderly people, children, and even a person in a wheelchair. These disturbing actionswhich could amount to deliberate voter suppressionmust be thoroughly investigated by DOJ. What took place in Alamance County on Saturday is one of the ugliest instances of voter intimidation and voter suppression I have ever seen, said Congresswoman Adams. Chemical agents should never be used on people exercising their First Amendment rights and they should never be used on people going to vote. Moreover, chemical agents should never be used during a pandemic, and they should never be used on children or the elderly. Everything about what the Alamance County Sheriff's Office did was deeply wrong and merits a ful… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=4931 | Hudson Releases Statement on Vienna Attack | 2020-11-02 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | legacy | First Name: Last Name: Mobile Phone: E-mail Address: Zip Code(5-Digit): Business Name * Date: Received PPP Loan (MM/DD/YYYY) * Date: Applied for PPP Loan (MM/DD/YYYY) * Number Of Employees Kept On Payroll Because Of PPP Loan * Tell Your Story * *By answering this survey, you are subscribing to my newsletter. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://price.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/reps-price-butterfield-adams-condemn-violent-police-response-demonstrators | Reps. Price, Butterfield, & Adams Condemn Violent Police Response to Demonstrators in Alamance County, Demand United States Department of Justice (DOJ) Investigation | 2020-11-02 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Democrat | Senate | NC | David Price | P000523 | price.house.gov | legacy | Chapel Hill, NC (November 2, 2020) Democratic Members of the North Carolina congressional delegation, Congressman David Price (NC-04), Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01), and Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statements regarding the forceful dispersal of peaceful marchers by law enforcement in Alamance County during a march to the polls on Saturday, October 31, 2020: Voter intimidation of any form cannot be tolerated, said Congressman Price. The very fabric of our democracy depends on upholding constitutional rights to peacefully assemble and to vote. The aggressive response to this weekend's march involved law enforcement officers pepper spraying peaceful marchers headed to the polls, including elderly people, children, and even a person in a wheelchair. These disturbing actionswhich could amount to deliberate voter suppressionmust be thoroughly investigated by DOJ. The reports and videos showing the aggressive actions taken by law enforcement during the I am Change march to the polls in Alamance county on Saturday are extremely disturbing. The Constitution's clear protections of peaceful assembly and the right to vote demand a full accounting of any and all violations of these fundamental rights. There should be no delay in a thorough investigation by the DOJ of the actions taken by the Alamance County Sheriff's Office and the City of Graham Police Department. Voter intimidation by anyone will not be tolerated. The voice of the people will not be silenced, said Congressman Butterfield. What took place in Alamance County on Saturday is one of the ugliest instances of voter intimidation and voter suppression I have ever seen, said Congresswoman Adams. Chemical agents should never be used on people exercising their First Amendment rights and they should never be used on people going to vote. Moreover, chemical agents should never be used during a pandemic, and they should never be used on children or the elderly. Everything about what the Alamance County Sheriff's Office did was deepl… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-adams-october-review | Rep. Adams' October in Review | 2020-10-31 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | CHARLOTTECongresswomanAlma Adams (NC-12)had a busy October representing Charlotte and Mecklenburg County. Here are the highlights: COVID-19 Adamsfought for economic relieffor Charlotte's struggling airline workers. Adamscontinued to push OSHA to do a better job protecting American workers. Adamswrote congressional leadershipto make sure HBCUs are a part of any COVID-19 relief package. Postal Service Reform Rep. Adams waspublished in theHarvard Law School Journal on Legislation. Higher Education Adamshosted the second annual (and first virtual) HBCU Day. Across platforms (Zoom, Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter) over 1,000 people participated. Adams' work as co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional HBCU Caucushave made the schools a priorityin the 2020 campaign. The HBCU Caucus' Partnership Challenge hasaccelerated private investment and interestin HBCUs. Adams' editorial on the importance of HBCUs was published inQCity Metro, theAfro, and theMilwaukee Courier. Honoring Legends Adams spoke on the House floor in honor of the lateRuth Bader Ginsburgand her former North Carolina General Assembly colleagues,Sen. Katie Dorsett and Mary McAllister. Voting and Elections Adams hosted a"Voting in 2020" town hallto help 12th District residents answer their questions about voting. Adamsjoined members of the NC delegationto urge Facebook to stop misleading political ads on both sides. Trump Administration Adamsopposed Amy Coney Barrett's nominationto the Supreme Court, stating"There is nothing in this appointment for the vast majority of Americans except for pain and suffering." Adamsexpressed concernwith the Trump Administration's decision to end the census count early. Adamscalled on the Department of Laborto stop a proposed rule that would harm women in the workplace. Military and Veterans Adams hosted aMilitary Service Academy Dayfor prospective officers. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=4928 | Hudson Introduces Comprehensive COVID-19 Relief Package | 2020-10-30 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) has introduced H.R. 14, the Commitment to Defeat the Virus and Keep America Healthy Act. The strategic and targeted COVID-19 relief bill includes provisions under the jurisdiction of the House Committees on Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means, and Appropriations. I'm honored to lead this effort to pass targeted solutions to combat COVID-19 and prepare for future pandemics. This bill makes important reforms to our telehealth and mental health services. These vital improvements will help our seniors and those stuck at home. It also builds on our efforts to strengthen the Strategic National Stockpile, our testing systems, and our drug supply. With this legislation we can fulfill our commitment to America and defeat COVID-19. I thank Leader McCarthy and Ranking Members Walden, Brady and Granger for their partnership on this critical legislation, said Rep. Hudson. The Commitment to Defeat the Virus and Keep America Healthy Act is made up of over 50 bipartisan Energy and Commerce Committee bills. The E&C provisions: build on the work done by the administration to strengthen our Strategic National Stockpile so we can better respond to COVID-19 and future public health emergencies; ensure Americans, especially seniors, can access the care they need whether it be mental health or telehealth services; strengthen critical domestic health care supply chains; improve public health infrastructure; address COVID-19 health disparities; and double down on our efforts to fight the opioid epidemic and substance abuse disorder crises. Innovation paired with strategic deployment of resources are critical to helping us defeat COVID-19. This bill contains strong, bipartisan, and most importantly realistic measures we could pass today to help improve long-term preparedness, as well as assist with ongoing efforts to ramp up testing capacity and pr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/reps-adams-article-us-postal-service-reform-published-harvard-law-school | Reps. Adams' Article on US Postal Service Reform Published in the Harvard Law School Journal on Legislation | 2020-10-29 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | Cambridge, MAToday, theHarvard Law School Journal on Legislationpublished a scholarly article byCongresswomanAlma Adams (NC-12).The article details steps Congress can take to reform and improve the US Postal Service in the 117th Congress. The article is available on the Harvard Law School Journal on Legislation website here. "The Postal Service remains what it has always been to our country: an essential provider of goods and services; a core component of our economy; a pathway for many good, stable jobs; and a point of pride for the American people,"writes Congresswoman Adams."Looking towards the 117th Congress, it is essential that Congress urgently advance postal reform legislation. By adopting the provisions outlined above, Congress will deliver for the Postal Service and ensure that they, in turn, can deliver for the American people for generations to come." Adams outlines five key steps in her article: Authorizing $25 Billion in emergency appropriations to make up for revenue lost due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Passing H.R. 2382, sponsored by Rep. Peter DeFazio, to repeal the 2006 mandate that requires USPS to prefund retirement benefits. Passing legislation requiring most postal retirees to participate in Medicare Part B, a proposal that would reduce USPS direct spending by $470 million annually. Enacting legislation requiring a more aggressive investment strategy for the Postal Service Retiree Health Benefits Fund. Operational changes to improve USPS's communication with Congress and the American people, preventing some of the abuses that have occurred under Postmaster General Louis DeJoy's tenure. The American Postal Workers Union applauds Congresswoman Alma Adams' consistent and passionate support for a vibrant public Postal Service, the people's democratic right to universal service and the hundreds of thousands of dedicated postal workers,"said APWUPresident Mark Dimondstein. Congresswoman Alma Adams has represented North Carolina's 12th Congressional District since 2014, and has been a leader in… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402700 | McHenry Introduces New Bill to Protect Americans Retirement Savings | 2020-10-27 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | NC | Patrick McHenry | M001156 | mchenry.house.gov | legacy | Today, Congressman PatrickMcHenry(NC-10), the Republican leader of the House Financial Services Committee, introduced new legislation to protect investors from Democrats' harmful tax proposals. TheProtecting Retirement Savers and Everyday Investors Actwould prohibit states from imposing a Financial Transaction Tax (FTT) on certain industry participants, which would be paid by out-of-state investors when the FTT is passed onto them.This includes Main Street investors saving for retirement, their first home, or their child's education.Democrats are ignoring the facts. We know the FTT will hurt retirement savers. We know the FTT has been proven unworkable in countries around the world. And we know that New Jersey Democrats' state-level FTT proposal will be a new tax on savers across the country,"said CongressmanMcHenry."This bill will protect the everyday investors who would ultimately pay this additional tax on their hard-earned savingsincluding in their 401(k)s, pensions, and college-savings accounts. As Democrats continue to push their false claim that the FTT is only a tax on the wealthiest, Republicans will continue to fight for middle-class Americans saving for their future. CongressmanMcHenryand Huizenga should be applauded for their work fighting against the effort by blue states like New Jersey to impose new financial transaction taxes on American investors,"said Grover G. Norquist, President of Americans for Tax Reform."FTTs have failed everywhere they have been tried and will harm American investors, savers, and businesses. Financial transaction taxes send the wrong incentive to market participants and Americans for Tax Reform applauds Republican members of the House Financial Services Committee who are working to halt this progressive effort.Read a letter from Americans for Tax Reform in support of theProtecting Retirement Savers and Everyday Investors Acthere. As radical state legislatures attempt to institute new taxes on trades made via financial exchanges, the introduction of this important legi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/reps-adams-price-butterfield-urge-facebook-stop-misleading-and-false | Reps. Adams, Price, Butterfield Urge Facebook to Stop Misleading and False Political Ads | 2020-10-27 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | Washington, DCToday,CongresswomanAlma Adams (NC-12) andRepresentatives David Price (NC-04) and G. K. Butterfield (NC-01)sent a letterto Facebook regarding recent reports that the company is allowing political groups, including Super PACs, to purchase paid political ads that spread misinformation among North Carolina voters, often in violation of Facebook's own policies. In the letter, Reps. Price, Butterfield, and Adams pressed Facebook to take immediate action to stop deceptive advertising that has been debunked by third-party fact checkers and inquire about proactive steps the company will take to stop misinformation from spreading. Freedom of speech does not mean freedom of reach,said Congresswoman Adams. Nonetheless, Facebook has become a super spreader of misleading viral and paid content. Companies like Facebook areresponsible for the content they lend a platform to, especially when that platform is paid for. Facebook must take proactive steps to stop the spread of disinformation; both the health of our body politic and Facebook's own credibility are at stake. "Misleading and false political content on social media platforms like Facebook can cause voter confusion, empower special interests, and even undermine the fairness of our democratic elections,saidCongressman Price.With potentially millions of voters exposed to deceptive political advertising on its platform, Facebook has a duty to ensure it does not become a vector for disinformation. In the critical days leading up to the 2020 election, we're asking Facebook to immediately confront these troubling reports and take action to protect the health of our democracy. We all have a role to play in protecting the sanctity of our democratic processes and with the vast reach Facebook has in our society, it has an obligation to stop the spread of disinformation and misleading political advertising on its platform,said Congressman Butterfield. With only days left until Election Day 2020, action must be taken immediately to ensure voters on Facebook are receivin… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://butterfield.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/butterfield-price-and-adams-send-letter-urging-facebook-to-stop | Butterfield, Price, and Adams Send Letter Urging Facebook to Stop Misleading and False Political Ads | 2020-10-27 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | G. Butterfield | B001251 | butterfield.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressmen G. K. Butterfield (NC-01), David E. Price (NC-04), and Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph. D. (NC-12) sent a letterto Facebook's Head of Global Policy Management, Monika Bickert, regarding recent reports that the company is allowing political groups, including Super PACs, to purchase paid political ads that spread misinformation among North Carolina voters, often in violation of Facebook's own policies. The letter urges Facebook to take immediate action to stop deceptive advertising that has been discredited by third-party fact checkers and inquire about proactive steps the company will take to stop the spread of misinformation. We all have a role to play in protecting the sanctity of our democratic processes and with the vast reach Facebook has in our society, it has an obligation to stop the spread of disinformation and misleading political advertising on its platform, said Congressman Butterfield. With only days left until Election Day 2020, action must be taken immediately to ensure voters on Facebook are receiving factual information. "Misleading and false political content on social media platforms like Facebook can cause voter confusion, empower special interests, and even undermine the fairness of our democratic elections, saidCongressman Price.With potentially millions of voters exposed to deceptive political advertising on its platform, Facebook has a duty to ensure it does not become a vector for disinformation. In the critical days leading up to the 2020 election, we're asking Facebook to immediately confront these troubling reports and take action to protect the health of our democracy. Freedom of speech does not mean freedom of reach, said Congresswoman Adams. Nonetheless, Facebook has become a super spreader of misleading viral and paid content. Companies like Facebook areresponsible for the content they lend a platform to, especially when that platform is paid for. Facebook must take proactive steps to stop the spread of disinformation; both the health of our body… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://price.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/reps-price-butterfield-adams-urge-facebook-stop-misleading-and-false | Reps. Price, Butterfield, Adams Urge Facebook to Stop Misleading and False Political Ads | 2020-10-27 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | David Price | P000523 | price.house.gov | legacy | Washington, DC(October 27, 2020)Today, Representatives David Price (NC-04), G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) and Alma Adams (NC-12) sent a letterto Facebook regarding recent reports that the company is allowing political groups, including Super PACs, to purchase paid political ads that spread misinformation among North Carolina voters, often in violation of Facebook's own policies. In the letter, Reps. Price, Butterfield, and Adams pressed Facebook to take immediate action to stop deceptive advertising that has been debunked by third-party fact checkers and inquire about proactive steps the company will take to stop misinformation from spreading. "Misleading and false political content on social media platforms like Facebook can cause voter confusion, empower special interests, and even undermine the fairness of our democratic elections, saidCongressman Price.With potentially millions of voters exposed to deceptive political advertising on its platform, Facebook has a duty to ensure it does not become a vector for disinformation. In the critical days leading up to the 2020 election, we're asking Facebook to immediately confront these troubling reports and take action to protect the health of our democracy. We all have a role to play in protecting the sanctity of our democratic processes and with the vast reach Facebook has in our society, it has an obligation to stop the spread of disinformation and misleading political advertising on its platform, said Congressman Butterfield. With only days left until Election Day 2020, action must be taken immediately to ensure voters on Facebook are receiving factual information. Freedom of speech does not mean freedom of reach, said Congresswoman Adams. Nonetheless, Facebook has become a super spreader of misleading viral and paid content. Companies like Facebook areresponsible for the content they lend a platform to, especially when that platform is paid for. Facebook must take proactive steps to stop the spread of disinformation; both the health of our body politic and Faceboo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-bonamici-lead-call-protect-workplace-rights-women | Adams, Bonamici Lead Call to Protect Workplace Rights for Women | 2020-10-26 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC TodayWorkforce Protections Subcommittee Chair Alma Adams (NC-12)andEducation and Labor Civil Rights and Human Services Subcommittee Chair Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01)led their colleagues in calling on theDepartment of Labor (DOL)to withdraw a harmful proposed rule to narrow its interpretation of employee status under theFair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which would leave workers vulnerable to employee misclassification and threaten workplace protections for women. Equal pay requirements, break time for nursing workers, and paid leave are hard-fought protections that promote the health and economic security of millions of working women and their families,the Members of Congress wrote.The Department's proposed rule fails to acknowledge or quantify the potential effects for workers if they are stripped of these key protections. The Members noted that even before the pandemic, women struggled with economic insecurity and were overrepresented in low-wage jobs.Even though women are nearly half of the workforce and many serve as essential workers, four times more women than men dropped out of the labor force in September 2020 because of the economic consequences of the pandemic. Women of color face even greater disparities. Fast tracking a rule that would exclude workers from critical protections during a period of deep economic strife goes against the mission of the Department to assure work-related benefits and rights for wage earners and job seekers,the Members wrote.We implore the Department to stop this attempt to push through a rule that would leave workers, including women, worse off. The full text of the letter can be foundhere. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-statement-appointment-amy-coney-barrett-us-supreme-court | Adams Statement on the Appointment of Amy Coney Barrett to the US Supreme Court | 2020-10-26 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C.-Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12)released the following statement on the appointment of Amy Coney Barrett to the US Supreme Court. The confirmation of Amy Coney Barrett to the US Supreme Court is a disaster for women, people of color, people living with preexisting conditions, and the LGBTQ community to name a few,said Congresswoman Adams.Many of the groups that have been hit hardest by COVID-19 will suffer even more as Barrett's opinions become law. Unfortunately, President Donald Trump and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's perverse priorities are on display for all to witness tonight. The Affordable Care Act is now in danger when the American people need health care most. The United States Senate has failed the American people: economic stimulus, increased unemployment benefits, aid to state and local governments, paycheck protection: all of these have fallen to the wayside in service of the Barrett confirmation. There is nothing in this appointment for the vast majority of Americans except for pain and suffering. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/walker-issues-statement-amy-coney-barretts-confirmation-us-supreme-court | Walker Issues Statement on Amy Coney Barrett's Confirmation to the U.S. Supreme Court | 2020-10-26 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | NC | Mark Walker | W000819 | walker.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Representative Mark Walker (R-N.C.) released the following statement upon the Senate's vote to confirm Amy Coney Barrett to the United States Supreme Court: Tonight's confirmation of Amy Coney Barrett by the U.S. Senate cements a Supreme Court justice who will respect the rule of law and not legislate from the bench ideals that will empower Americans to have a voice in their government, rather than ceding it to the unelected, Walker said. With Barrett's elevation, America has now added three strong, conservative justices in four years under President Trump. Think about what we could accomplish with four more. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/hbcu-day-adams-leads-letter-congressional-leadership-ensure-equity | On HBCU Day, Adams Leads Letter to Congressional Leadership to Ensure Equity in Research Relief Funding for HBCUs | 2020-10-24 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C.-Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12), along withCongressman Anthony G. Brown (MD-04)and27 colleagues in the House and Senate, is urging congressional leadership to ensure that our nation's historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) have equitable access tofederal research and development funds in upcoming COVID-19 relief packages. HBCUs have always generously served their communities, despite limited means, because they understand the criticalrolethey play in advancing equity something that could not be more dire as communities of color face disproportionate effects of the COVID-19 pandemic,said Congresswoman Adams.However, we cannot afford to continue to underfund these essential institutions, and the critical research they produce, as they struggle to cope with the impacts of this public health crisis. Now, more than ever, HBCUs cannot be subjected to further systemic neglect. In providing for COVID-19 research funds and relief, it is critical that Congress advances equity for HBCUs. In the face of an ongoing pandemic, these funds would be a critical lifeline for HBCUs, ensuring their ability to continue their critical research and development efforts. Congresswoman Adams and her colleagues are requesting a set-aside for these institutions of at least $1.56 billion in research relief funding provided for IHEs through federal agencies and institutes. A copy of the letter is available here. Today, Congresswoman Adams is hosting the Second Annual HBCU Day. This year's virtual event will showcase the culture, character, and excellence ofHBCUs, and celebrate their impact on students and communities. Registration for HBCU Day is available here.More information is available atadams.house.gov/HBCU-Day. Congresswoman Alma Adamsrepresents North Carolina's 12th Congressional District (Charlotte) and serves as Vice Chair of the House Committee on Agriculture. Additionally, she serves on the House Financial Services Committee and the House Education & Labor Committee, where she serves a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://price.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cdc-issues-mask-recommendation-public-transportation-rep-price-urges | CDC Issues Mask Recommendation for Public Transportation, Rep. Price Urges Stronger Mandate | 2020-10-20 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | David Price | P000523 | price.house.gov | legacy | Chapel Hill, NC (October 20, 2020) Congressman David Price (D-NC) released a statement regarding the recent decision by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) strongly recommending masks for passengers and workers on nearly all forms of public transportation, including commercial airlines and ride-share companies. In his capacity as Chairman of the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (T-HUD) Appropriations Subcommittee, Price included a nationwide mask requirement for all forms of transportation in the Fiscal Year 2021 T-HUD bill, which passed the House in July 2020 but garnered a veto threat from President Trump. "I'm glad the CDC is finally 'strongly recommending' passengers and workers wear masks when utilizing public transportation, despite political pressure from the White House to ignore and downplay the COVID-19 threat, said Chairman Price. However, I urge the CDC to go a step further. A mandate would ensure even more people adhere to this simple yet effective method to slow the spread of the virusprotecting riders, workers, and the general public. As mentioned in the guidance, local transmission can grow quickly into interstate and international transmission when infected persons travel without wearing a mask and in close proximity to others. Since President Trump refuses to take the COVID-19 pandemic seriously, I will keep working with colleagues to enact these and other common-sense health and safety measures into law." | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/advisory-alma-adams-hosts-virtual-hbcu-day | Advisory: Alma Adams Hosts Virtual HBCU Day | 2020-10-19 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | ZOOMThis week,Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12)will host a virtual "HBCU Day" event at 12 Noon on Saturday, Oct. 24. The event will celebrate Historically Black Colleges and Universities, is open to the public, and is open press. Information on the event is available atadams.house.gov/HBCU-Day, and below: "HBCU Day" October 24, 12:00 Noon Hosted on Zoom: Register Here Join us for HBCU Day hosted by Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. The virtual HBCU Day showcases the impact and contributions of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and celebrates the students, the alumni and the culture of these phenomenal institutions. Hear from multiple institutions in one location, experience the bands and cheerleaders and hear first-hand testimonials from HBCU students and alumni as we share what makes an HBCU education the experience of a lifetime. CongresswomanAlmaAdamsrepresents North Carolina's 12thCongressional District (Charlotte) and serves as Vice Chair of the House Committee on Agriculture. 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. Adams is the co-founder and chair of the first bipartisan Congressional HBCU Caucus. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/advisory-alma-adams-events-next-week | Advisory: Alma Adams Events Next Week | 2020-10-16 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | CHARLOTTENext week,Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12)will host a "Voting in 2020" virtual event at 6 PM on Wednesday, Oct. 21, as well as a "HBCU Day" virtual event at 12 Noon on Saturday, Oct. 24. Both events are open to the public and open press. Information on both events is available atadams.house.gov/VOTEandadams.house.gov/HBCU-Day, and below: "Voting in 2020: Got Questions? We've Got Answers" October 21, 6:00 PM Hosted on Zoom: Register Here Join us for Voting In 2020: Got Questions? We've Got Answers! a virtual nonpartisan voter education and information town hall on Wednesday, October 21 from 6:00pm - 7:00pm via Zoom and simulcast on Facebook. A panel of experts will provide important answers to your most pressing questions like how to register to vote, who can vote, how to track absentee/mail-in ballots, early voting and voting on Election Day. You will also hear an inspirational message from former First Lady Michelle Obama. Panelists include: Michael Dickerson, Executive Director of the Mecklenburg County Board of Elections Delores Johnson Hurt, President of the Char-Meck League of Women Voters Isys Seward, a political science major at Johnson C. Smith University "HBCU Day" October 24, 12:00 Noon Hosted on Zoom: Register Here Join us for HBCU Day hosted by Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. The virtual HBCU Day showcases the impact and contributions of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and celebrates the students, the alumni and the culture of these phenomenal institutions. Hear from multiple institutions in one location, experience the bands and cheerleaders and hear first-hand testimonials from HBCU students and alumni as we share what makes an HBCU education the experience of a lifetime. CongresswomanAlmaAdamsrepresents North Carolina's 12thCongressional District (Charlotte) and serves as Vice Chair of the House Committee on Agriculture. Additionally, she serves on the House Financial Services Committee and the House Education & Labor Committee, where she serves as Chair of t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=4925 | Hudson Applauds Chemours GenX Petition | 2020-10-16 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) is applauding a petition filed this week by community groups urging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to require Chemours Co. to fund PFAS research. The petition asks the EPA to use the authority granted to it under the 2016 overhaul of the Toxic Substances Control Act, which Rep. Hudson helped become law as a member of the Environment Subcommittee in the U.S. House. "When I helped overhaul the Toxic Substances Control Act, I wanted to ensure we could hold companies like Chemours accountable on PFAS. I applaud this petition from groups throughout our community urging the EPA to use this authority and I will continue to fight to keep our drinking water safe from chemicals like GenX,"said Rep. Hudson. The Chemours Co. chemical production facility in Fayetteville has been found to be the source of PFAS chemicals, including GenX, in drinking water throughout the Cape Fear region. As cited by the petition, the EPA was granted new authority under the Toxic Substances Control Act in 2016 to order chemical manufacturers to conduct research on the health and environmental impacts of chemicals they produce. The petition was filed by the Center for Environmental Health, Cape Fear River Watch, Clean Cape Fear, Democracy Green, Toxic Free NC, and the NC Black Alliance. Read the petitionhere. In August, Rep. Hudson invited EPA Administrator Wheeler to Fayetteville to hear directly from community leaders on this issue and urged further action on GenX. In addition to working on the Toxic Substances Control Act in 2016, as well as the PFAS Action Act this year, Rep. Hudson was also successful in July securingtwo appropriations amendmentsto further address PFAS and GenX. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://price.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/rep-price-mourns-loss-st-augustine-university-president-dr-irving-pressley | Rep. Price Mourns Loss of St. Augustine University President, Dr. Irving Pressley McPhail | 2020-10-16 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | David Price | P000523 | price.house.gov | legacy | Raleigh, NC (October 16, 2020) Congressman David Price (NC-04) released a statement on the sudden death of the 12th president of St. Augustine's University, Dr. Irving Pressley McPhail: St. Augustine's University and the greater Raleigh community lost a leader too soon. Dr. Irving Pressley McPhail began his tenure as St. Augustine's University president this summer, and in a short time made a positive difference in the lives of students, educators, and the community. As a recognized expert in higher education and public administration, and a lifelong educator himself, he was well equipped to help fulfill the university's mission of preparing students for leadership in our rapidly changing world. In his short time at the university, he led with purpose and used a science-based approach to assist students and faculty in navigating the challenges of beginning an academic year during the COVID-19 pandemic. I offer my sincere condolences to Dr. McPhail's wife, children, and friends, as well as students, faculty, and alumni of the St. Augustine's community. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-responds-decision-end-census-count-early | Adams Responds to Decision to End Census Count Early | 2020-10-15 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | CHARLOTTEToday,Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12)released the following statement on the court decision to end the Census count early on October 15: North Carolina's 12thCongressional District, which includes Charlotte, is the most diverse congressional district in the Carolinas and it's the district that has the most to lose from a Census undercount,said Adams.The Trump Administration's decision to end the Census early, and the Supreme Court's acquiescence to that decision,coulddeprive cities like Charlotte and counties like Mecklenburg of critical federal funding and proportional representation in Congress and in the North Carolina General Assembly. I strongly encourage every Charlotte and MecklenburgCounty resident to complete their Censusas soon as possible the current deadline is today. If you haven't already, you can respond to the Census here. CongresswomanAlmaAdamsrepresents North Carolina's 12thCongressional District (Charlotte) and serves as Vice Chair of the House Committee on Agriculture. 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. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-osha-changing-reporting-requirements-covid-19-workplace-illness | Adams to OSHA: Changing Reporting Requirements for COVID-19 Workplace Illness Hurts Workers and Hinders Ability to Control Pandemic | 2020-10-14 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTONToday,Subcommittee on Workforce Protections Chair Alma Adams (NC-12)andCommittee on Education and Labor Chairman Robert C. Bobby Scott (VA-03)wroteto the heads of the Department of Labor and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) questioning a recent OSHA policy changethat will result in sharply reduced reporting of COVID-related workplace hospitalizations and fatalities and undermine efforts to protect the safety of workers. OSHA requires workplace fatalities to be reported to OSHA within eight hours and any hospitalization must be reported within 24 hours. Previous OSHA policy started the reporting clock when a worker is hospitalized or dies. Last month, however, OSHA altered the reporting policy for COVID-19 hospitalizations and fatalities so that the reporting clock starts at the time of an exposure incident. In the letter, the Members note that because no one is hospitalized within 24 hours of exposure to COVID-19, these changes will result in no COVID-related hospitalizations being reported to OSHA. In addition, COVID-related deaths often occur more than 30 days after exposure, meaning that as a result of these changes, very few COVID-related deaths will be reported to OSHA. As the pandemic continues unabated in this country, this change by OSHA undermines its mission to assure safe and healthful working conditions for workers,the Members wrote.By cutting off the employer's duty to notify OSHA regarding workplace outbreaks, the agency will lose the ability to follow up on workplace outbreaks with enforcement or compliance assistance activity.This change will also cause significant damage to our nation's capacity to control the spread of the novel coronavirus. The Members are requesting a detailed description of OSHA's justification for making changes to the reporting requirements, as well as communication between OSHA and the Department of Labor or outside parties on this issue. To read the full letter, clickhere. CongresswomanAlmaAdamsrepresents North Carolina's 12thCongressional Di… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://hudson.house.gov/index.cfm?sectionid=25&itemid=3925 | Hudson Introduces Improving the American Drug Supply Chain Act | 2020-10-14 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | NC | Richard Hudson | H001067 | hudson.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) has introduced theImproving the American Drug Supply Chain Act, a bipartisan bill to study the drug supply chain and identify obstacles to domestic manufacturing and potential incentives to bring more manufacturing back to the United States. "The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the dangers of having too much of our critical prescription drug supply chain overseas in countries like China. That's why I'm working to ensure as many drugs as possible are made right here in the United States to protect patients, defend our national security, and create good, high-paying manufacturing jobs in our country,"said Rep. Hudson. "I'm proud to partner with my friend Representative Blunt-Rochester on introducing theImproving the American Drug Supply Chain Actto lay the groundwork to achieve this important goal." The coronavirus pandemic has laid bare the consequences of being too reliant on a foreign supply chain for critical medicines. The beginning of the pandemic especially showed it is necessary for the United States to have a more robust domestic supply chain. Requiring drugs to be bought from domestic suppliers without considerations for the utility of a global supply chain though would be disruptive with potentially major negative consequences. For example, mandating U.S.- purchased drugs be made in the United States could exacerbate the already high cost of prescription drugs. Rep. Hudson and Rep. Blunt Rochester are instead asking the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to study the drug supply chain and identify obstacles to domestic manufacturing and potential incentives to bring more manufacturing back to the United States. "The issues with our country's drug supply chain have come to a head during the COVID-19 pandemic, as many Americans have struggled to access the critical medicines they need. We must bolster our domestic drug manufacturing infrastructure so we can prevent drug shortages, improve patient car… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-fights-charlottes-airline-workers | Adams Fights for Charlotte's Airline Workers | 2020-10-13 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12)is hard at work in Washington fighting for the approximately 1,000 local airline employees who lost their jobs in October, as well as the thousands more who face an uncertain future. Congresswoman Adams has signed every significant letter and piece of legislation to extend PSP and save Charlotte's airline jobs,said Sam Spencer, Communications Director for Rep. Adams. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is one of our region's most important economic drivers, and Congresswoman Adams is doing everything in her power to keep it that way. Alma Adams won't let President Trump and the Senate majority give thousands of Charlotte workers the pink slip without a fight." Rep. Adams' support for local airline workers includes: Voting for theCARES Act, which established thePayroll Support Program; CosigningTransportation & Infrastructure Committee ChairmanDeFazio's letterto Congressional leadership in June urging them to extend PSP; CosigningRep.Payne's letterto Congressional leadership urging them to extend PSP in September; CosponsoringDel.Plaskett's H.R. 8345, a bipartisan bill which provides a standalone extension of the PSP; Voting for the updatedHEROES Act, which contains an extension of the PSP; and CosigningRep. Payne'snew letterto President Trump to ask that he resume negotiations to extend PSP and ensure airline workers don't lose their jobs. Additional Background: Adamsvoted for the newHeroes Actwhichreauthorizes the Payroll Support Program (PSP) and will save over 1,000 airline jobs in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg region. "TheHeroesActis, first and foremost, a jobs bill,"said Adams."It keeps our essential workers safe so they can go to work. It keeps our airline industry and other industries moving so they can continue to employ thousands across our region." American Airlines Furloughs: 906 American Airlines employees have been furloughed in Charlotte, including: 687 flight attendants 91 pilots 52 fleet servicers Employment numbers from other airlines… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://butterfield.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/butterfield-introduces-bipartisan-bill-to-require-study-on-coverage-for | Butterfield Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Require Study on Coverage for Amputee Services | 2020-10-13 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | G. Butterfield | B001251 | butterfield.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressman G. K. Butterfield (D-NC) with Congressman Brett Guthrie (R-KY) introduced a bill to require the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to study coverage for services related to the amputation of a limb. The bill directs the GAO to identify barriers to care, gaps in assessments and device prescriptions, and performance measures for timely coverage. It will also compare coverage, prevention, and return-to-work rates from the Medicare program, Department of Veterans Affairs, and the commercial health insurance market to provide credible, actionable data for policymakers to make informed decisions that will improve the lives of amputees. The loss of a limb can be a devastating and drastic life-changing occurrence and individuals with limb loss need and deserve access to quality care, said Congressman Butterfield. Despite recent advances in science and medical treatment in the United States of America, the rate of amputations has increased by 50% over the past decade. Diabetics alone undergo over 100,000 amputations each year, most of which occur in low-income and underserved communities. Numbers revealing significant racial disparities are especially alarming. The rate of Black patients with diabetes-related amputations is nearly twice that of whites. Among Medicare beneficiaries the lower-limb amputation rate of Blacks is nearly four times that of whites. And the rate of peripheral arterial disease in Blacks, which is a leading cause of limb loss, is nearly three times that of whites. It is imperative that the gaps and disparities in services rendered for amputees, including the possible prevention of loss of limbs, are studied and addressed in order to improve health equity and protect the quality of life for so many in need. I am glad to be joined in this effort by my colleague, Congressman Guthrie. This vital piece of legislation will improve the data available to Congress so we can best support the needs of amputees and help save limbs in preventable situations. Millions of A… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://price.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/representative-price-statement-death-robert-seymour | Representative Price Statement on the Death of Robert Seymour | 2020-10-12 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | David Price | P000523 | price.house.gov | legacy | Chapel Hill, NC(October 12, 2020) - Representative David Price (NC-04) released a statement on the death of Robert Seymour, founding Pastor of the Binkley Memorial Baptist Church in Chapel Hill. "Lisa and I join the community in mourning the death of Robert Seymour, founding pastor of the Binkley Memorial Baptist Church in Chapel Hill, and in extending support to his family. Bob's counsel and inspiration shaped my life and vocation at Mars Hill and Chapel Hill, and Lisa drew strength as director of North Carolinians Against Gun Violence from his encouragement. He was a prophetic pastor whose call for justice and inclusion reverberated throughout the community, as did his gifts for mentoring and bringing out the best in others. We are grateful for his long and impactful life." | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://price.house.gov/newsroom/press-releases/congressman-price-renews-calls-public-transportation-mask-requirement-after | Congressman Price Renews Calls for Public Transportation Mask Requirement After White House Blocks CDC Mandate | 2020-10-11 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | David Price | P000523 | price.house.gov | legacy | Raleigh, NC(October 11, 2020) Today,Congressman David Price (NC-04), Chairman of the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Committee (T-HUD)renewed calls for the Trump administration to mandate masks for public transportation following reports that the White House blocked guidelines drafted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to require masks to slow the spread of the coronavirus and protect the public and essential transportation workers. Chairman David Priceauthored an amendment in the T-HUD appropriations billin July to require mask use for transit, rail, and commercial airlines. The bill passed the House floor, but is awaiting action as the Senate has failed to pass any of their annual funding bills. This is yet another example of the President putting politics before public health. Recent case increases show that COVID-19 is still spreading and remains deadly we must do everything in our power to slow the spread of this virus,said Chairman Price.That means requiring simple measures like face masks on public transportation to protect the traveling public and our transportation workforce. It's unacceptable that months into the pandemic, the White House and President Trump continue to flout and even undermine basic public health and safety measures that are designed to save lives. I call on President Trump and Secretary Chao to reverse course immediately and require face coverings on all forms of public and commercial transportation. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/tomorrow-rep-adams-hosts-military-service-academy-day | Tomorrow: Rep. Adams Hosts Military Service Academy Day | 2020-10-09 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | Alma Adams | A000370 | adams.house.gov | legacy | CHARLOTTECongresswoman Alma Adamswill host a12th Congressional District Military Service Academy Day tomorrow, Saturday, October 10th at 10:00 AM. Students, parents, and teachers are encouraged to attend to receive a comprehensive overview of the US Service Academies, and learn how high school students can be nominated to attend the academies on a full scholarship. The program will feature representatives from the US Coast Guard Academy, Military Academy at West Point, Air Force Academy, Naval Academy and the Merchant Marine Academy. Interested parties can sign up for the webinar atadams.house.gov/service. Who:Rep. Alma Adams & Service Academy Representatives What:12th Congressional District Military Service Academy Day When: Tomorrow,October 10, 10:00 AM Where:Virtually on Zoom CongresswomanAlmaAdamsrepresents North Carolina's 12thCongressional District (Charlotte) and serves as Vice Chair of the House Committee on Agriculture. 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. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://butterfield.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-butterfield-statement-on-the-passing-of-bishop-jn-perry-jr | Congressman Butterfield Statement on the Passing of Bishop J.N. Perry, Jr. | 2020-10-09 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | G. Butterfield | B001251 | butterfield.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressman G. K. Butterfield (D-NC) issued the following statement on the passing of Bishop John Nicolas Perry, Jr., Senior Bishop of Perry's Temple Original Free Will Baptist Church in Wilson, North Carolina. We have lost a giant in Wilson, North Carolina's own; Bishop J.N. Perry, Jr. He was a preacher's preacher, a devoted family man and a true servant of God. His years of dedicated service and ministry have made an indelible impact on the Wilson community and countless others. He was a friend, and he will be dearly missed, but never forgotten. ## | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://mchenry.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=402683 | McHenry Joins Legislation Supporting Volunteer Firefighters | 2020-10-06 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | NC | Patrick McHenry | M001156 | mchenry.house.gov | legacy | McHenry Joins Legislation Supporting Volunteer Firefighters f t # e Washington, October 6, 2020 Today, Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) joined Congressman George Holding (NC-02) in introducing legislation allowing full-time nonprofit firefighters and emergency medical service workers to join a state or local retirement system."Here in the Tenth District our full-time volunteer firefighters and EMS workers play a vital role in keeping our communities safe,"said Congressman McHenry."This legislation will ensure these essential personnel are finally able to receive the same benefits as their state-employed counterparts. I'm proud to support a bill that supports the brave men and women who risk their lives protecting and serving our communities." Background: For years, the IRS has prevented full-time volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel from joining the North Carolina state retirement system despite providing the same emergency and community services as those employed by the state. This legislation creates a special rule to clarify that 501c (nonprofit) public safety agency firefighters and EMS workers can join the governmental plan of the locality or state they are contracted to work in. f t # e | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://butterfield.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-butterfield-introduces-bipartisan-bill-to-fix-medicaid | Congressman Butterfield Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Fix Medicaid Penalty for Low-Cost Generics | 2020-10-06 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | G. Butterfield | B001251 | butterfield.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congressman G. K. Butterfield (D-NC) with Congressman Billy Long (R-MO) and Congressman Tony Cardenas (D-CA) introduced the Protecting Access to Affordable Medicines Act of 2020. The 2015 Bipartisan Budget Act applied an inflation penalty originally designed for branded drugs to generic drugs as well, despite significant differences between the branded and generic markets. While appropriate in instances where manufacturers drastically increase the price of branded drugs, the inflation penalty in the generic market could apply in cases where a price is increased by just a few cents. This disincentivizes market entry and threatens the ability of existing manufacturers to continue producing affordable generic medicines. The Protecting Access to Affordable Medicines Act would set a floor at $1, so drugs that cost less than a dollar would be exempt from the penalty. This will help ensure that generic drug manufacturers stay in the market, generic drug shortages are avoided, and beneficiaries have access to quality and affordable medications. It is imperative that drug prices are affordable and accessible to patients in need. The inflation penalty for generic drugs as currently written is triggered with even the most minor fluctuations in the price of generic drugs, even in cases where the manufacturer did not raise the price, said Congressman Butterfield. This has unintentionally deterred generic manufacturers from entering the market and has caused some to leaveincreasing the likelihood of drug shortages and threatening access to generic drugs for patients. Many vulnerable populations depend on access to these low-cost generics, so I am proud to stand with my colleagues to introduce this vital piece of legislation to increase access to affordable medicines. Many Americans depend on affordable generic drugs, which is why it is critical that these medications are accessible, said Congressman Long. By fixing the inflation penalty for low-cost generics, this bill will prevent many drugs from leav… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://walker.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/walker-announces-234000-grant-assist-greensboro-broadband-access | Walker Announces $234,000 Grant to Assist Greensboro in Broadband Access | 2020-10-05 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | NC | Mark Walker | W000819 | walker.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Representative Mark Walker (R-N.C.) announced a $234,000 grant has been approved for the city of Greensboro to fund a plan to provide free broadband Internet access in low-income areas using transit and transportation infrastructure. I am proud to see Greensboro has received much-needed support to tackle critical broadband issues facing our community and its students -- many of whom are learning virtually this year, Walker said. As we continue to get through this pandemic together, expanding broadband access to low-income areas is a fundamental step to ensuring all North Carolinians have the resources needed to firmly take our state into the 2020's and beyond. Greensboro's plan will study the capacity for transit shelters and street lights to extend access to free high-speed Internet, particularly important during the COVID-19 public health emergency, when 7,000 local students currently lack online access. Walker is also a co-sponsor of the RURAL Act and applauded last year's $23.7 million USDA grant for high-speed broadband infrastructure in North Carolina. The full grant is available to view here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://butterfield.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/butterfield-applauds-house-passage-of-updated-heroes-act | Butterfield Applauds House Passage of Updated Heroes Act | 2020-10-02 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Democrat | Senate | NC | G. Butterfield | B001251 | butterfield.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC Congressman G. K. Butterfield (NC-01) issued the following statement on the House passage of the Updated Heroes Act: North Carolinians continue to struggle amidst the devastation of the COVID-19 pandemic. This continuing health and economic crisis requires urgent federal support and House Democrats have again delivered for North Carolinians and the American people. In May of this year, House Democrats responded to the needs of the people by passing the Heroes Act -- a bill that honored our heroes on the frontlines of this pandemic, supported testing, tracing and treatment, strengthened housing assistance and food security, and safeguarded our democracy. Sadly, Senate Republicans and the White House took a wait and see approach towards passing additional legislation to help the American people. Now, after almost five months of feet dragging from Congressional Republicans and the White House, the House has again responded with a robust relief package. I was proud to support the updated Heroes Act, which includes support for families, the unemployed, small businesses, assistance for the airline industry, and more funds to bolster education and child care. In addition, this legislation provides $436 billion to state and local governments who desperately need funds to pay vital workers who keep us safe and are in danger of losing their jobs. Republicans in the Senate must get off the sidelines and act. I implore Senate Republicans to meet us halfway and pass the updated Heroes Act to protect lives, livelihoods, and our democracy. Background: The updated Heroes Act is the House's sixth piece of comprehensive legislation to respond to the coronavirus pandemic. The legislation follows the first iteration of the Heroes Act, which passed the House on May 15; thePaycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act,enacted on April 24; theCoronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act,enacted on March 27;theFamilies First Coronavirus Response Act,enacted on March 18; and theCoronavirus Prep… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |
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