url,title,date,year,month,party,chamber,state,member_name,bioguide_id,domain,scraper,source,date_source,text,has_text,collected_at,updated_at https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/biden-signs-ross-projects-law-delivering-more-26-million-wake-county,Biden Signs Ross Projects Into Law Delivering More Than $26 Million to Wake County,2022-12-30,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. —President Joe Biden signed into law the omnibus funding package for Fiscal Year 2023 yesterday, which includes $26,890,641 in funding for 15 community projects across Wake County secured by Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02). This critical funding will invest in accessible health care, affordable housing, public safety projects, quality education, and more. “From Raleigh to Wendell, these projects address critical needs in Wake County and represent transformational investments in families, students, seniors, and more,” said Congresswoman Ross. “These projects were developed by the people of Wake County, for the people of Wake County. I fought for this funding because I know it will make a positive difference in our community. I look forward to working with local leaders and seeing how these projects will create tangible progress in Wake County.” Earlier this year, Congresswoman Ross secured $10.7 million in funding for Wake County community projects in the Fiscal Year 2022 government funding package. The 15 projects and funding in the Fiscal Year 2023 package are listed below. Community Projects Project Name: WakeMed Behavioral Health Hospital Amount Secured: $6,000,000 Description: WakeMed Health & Hospitals will use this funding to establish a behavioral health hospital that will help Wake County cope with the rising number of mental health and substance-use cases. The facility will accept all clinically appropriate patients regardless of their ability to pay. It will provide a full continuum of mental health services to adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients and substance-use services to all ages. Project Name: Wake County Public Health Center Amount Secured: $2,000,000 Description: Wake County will use this funding to construct a new Public Health Center. The new 151,000 square foot building will house a variety of health clinics, along with pharmacy and lab facilities, as well as ancillary and complimentary social services programs. Wake County Public Health is the safety net clinical provider for uninsured residents. The County’s 11 clinics served approximately 26,000 residents in 2021. Its pharmacy provides approximately 60,000 prescriptions each year, many of which people could not obtain without Wake County Public Health services. Project Name: Maynard Road Multifamily Housing in Cary Amount Secured: $1,000,000 Description: The Maynard Road Multifamily Housing is a planned 127-unit housing development that will provide quality, affordable, mixed-income rental units at below-market rents in a prime area of Cary, North Carolina. The development is needed to help address rising housing costs, especially for low-income individuals and families, because of booming population growth, employment opportunities, and economic development in Cary over the last 20 years. The funding will be used to construct a street to the development. A well-designed and integrated street network is the backbone for a viable, complete neighborhood. Project Name: Wake Tech Electric Vehicle Training Amount Secured: $939,041 Description: Wake Technical Community College will use this funding for Grid to Plug to Wheels: Technician Training for Safe and Efficient Electric Vehicle Power Utilization and Maintenance. This job training program will prepare a next generation workforce of 2-year technicians to build and maintain power supply infrastructure and service electric vehicles. The growing demand for skilled labor in this sector will lead to good careers, greenhouse gas reductions, and consumer savings at the pump. Project Name: Saint Augustine’s University Tuttle Public Health Center Amount Secured: $490,000 Description: St. Augustine's University, a Historically Black University (HBCU), will use this funding to open its Tuttle Public Health Center (TPHC), which will support health and wellness education, student research regarding the long-term effects of COVID-19, and related programs that will benefit St. Augustine’s students and the surrounding community. Funding will be used to support faculty, establish smart classrooms for students, and purchase research and lab equipment. Project Name: GoTriangle Wake County Transit Access and Safety Improvements Amount Secured: $900,000 Description: This project will address critical transit access and operation safety concerns at GoTriangle bus stops across Wake County. The project will make improvements at several locations where the design speed, traffic volumes, constrained right-of-way, and number of transit passengers require safety and ADA accessibility improvements. These improvements include bus bays, sidewalk connections, ADA curb ramps, crosswalks, and pedestrian signals. Proposed locations are distributed throughout the county, benefiting customers on several regional GoTriangle routes. Project Name: Raleigh-Durham International Airport North Cargo Taxilane Reconstruction Amount Secured: $5,000,000 Description: This project will reconstruct the Taxilane that provides access to the North Cargo aircraft parking apron at Raleigh-Durham International Airport. This Taxilane access is critical to the operation of both FedEx and UPS, which provide freight and logistics services to central North Carolina. Project Name: Town of Holly Springs Water Reclamation Amount Secured: $3,000,000 Description: The Utley Creek Water Reclamation Facility is nearing capacity due to population and economic growth. This project will employ innovative and sustainable techniques to increase capacity and divert treated wastewater for other reuses in the community. Project Name: Triangle Regional Water Partnership Amount Secured: $3,326,400 Description: This project will help address the inadequate water supply intended to serve the recently announced VinFast manufacturing facility, the largest economic development project in North Carolina to date, and to provide a safe water supply for the Town of Pittsboro. The funding will be used to construct one of two horizontal directional drills under the Cape Fear River from the City of Sanford’s Water Treatment Plant, which will provide a safe and resilient source of potable water for local government partners that include Chatham County, Pittsboro, Holly Springs, and Fuquay-Varina. Congresswoman Ross secured this funding with Congressman David Price (NC-04). Project Name: Garner Senior Center Facility Improvements Amount Secured: $505,200 Description: The project will enhance safety, increase accessibility, and improve functionality of the Garner Senior Center (GSC), which hosts over 42,000 annual visits by Garner-area seniors. The facility also houses Wake County’s largest congregate Meals on Wheels site serving 1,700 monthly meals on-site and is a distribution site for 1,100 monthly delivered meals. Improvements to the facility include replacement of aging HVAC systems to improve air handling, renovations to restrooms to improve safety and accessibility, the addition of an accessible route to outdoor programing areas of the facility, installation of technology to ensure safe user access, enhancements to the kitchen and dining facility to improve food distribution, and other general facility upgrades. Project Name: Pleasant Grove Community Center in Wendell Amount Secured: $2,000,000 Description: The Pleasant Grove Community Center Project is a collaborative partnership with the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Town of Wendell, and Wake County to reimagine a future use of the historic African American Carver School. This site is located within a low-income area near a public housing development and will serve as a focal point of inclusion and opportunity. The community center rehabilitation will provide a space to offer families afterschool, track out, and summer camp programs; job development services; and a business incubator to host the entrepreneurial program, LaunchWENDELL. This funding will be used for community engagement, project design, construction documents, and the rehabilitation of the old Carver Elementary School. Project Name: Tingen Road Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge Design in Apex Amount Secured: $550,000 Description: This funding will be used for the study and design of a bicycle and pedestrian bridge over the railroad crossing of Tingen Road in Apex, North Carolina. This railroad crossing is expected to close in 2025. Construction of the bicycle and pedestrian bridge will provide a route for the community to safely cross the railroad tracks on Tingen Road. Project Name: North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Education Center at Prairie Ridge Amount Secured: $750,000 Description: The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences will use this funding to construct an Education Center at Prairie Ridge, which will expand services to significantly increase the number of visitors the facility can accommodate. Designed for easy accessibility, including for those with limited pedestrian mobility, families with young children, and school groups, the building will feature three new assets: an indoor classroom, furnished with scientific instruments and teaching tools; universally accessible restroom facilities; and a nature porch. This funding will contribute to economic development by creating an important public amenity along the Blue Ridge Corridor, turning an existing community resource into a year-round ecotourism destination, and fostering the creation of new jobs. Project Name: Town of Morrisville Solar Panel Installations on Town Facilities Amount Secured: $250,000 Description: The Town of Morrisville wants to lead community adoption of sustainable practices and technology. The Town will use $250,000 in funding to purchase and install solar arrays on three of the Town’s largest energy consuming facilities to reduce its carbon footprint. The facilities include the Morrisville Aquatics and Fitness Center, Public Safety and Municipal Services Building, and Harris Mill Road Fire Station. Project Name: Town of Fuquay-Varina Continuous Operation Body Camera System Amount Secured: $180,000 Description: The Town of Fuquay-Varina will use this funding to supply police officers with continuous operation body camera systems. This funding will enable Fuquay-Varina to purchase improved body-worn camera equipment for Police Officers to enhance safety, transparency, and community trust. Body cameras enhance community safety and trust and are essential for 21st century policing. The Fiscal Year 2023 omnibus funding package also includes: A $21 billion increase for veterans’ health care to help with implementation of the PACT Act Reform of the Electoral Count Act of 1887, which will help thwart attempts to disrupt the peaceful transfer of power Robust funding to provide security, economic, and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine in its fight for freedom and democracy Emergency disaster assistance to help victims of hurricanes and wildfires throughout the country $72 billion for the Department of Housing and Urban Development to help address the affordable housing crisis, a $6 billion increase above last year’s levels The package also includes Congresswoman Ross’ legislation, the Unleashing American Innovators Act, critical legislation that will address disparities in the U.S. patent system and expand access to patents for underrepresented communities. The bill will also establish a U.S. Patent Office in the Southeast.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/congresswoman-ross-legislation-bolster-american-innovation-through-patent,Congresswoman Ross Legislation to Bolster American Innovation Through Patent Reform Passes House,2022-12-23,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed Congresswomen Deborah Ross’ (NC-02) bipartisan legislation, the Unleashing American Innovators Act, to address disparities in the U.S. patent system and expand access to patents for underrepresented communities. In the Senate, this bill was led by Senators Patrick Leahy (D-VT) and Thom Tillis (R-NC). Along with Congresswoman Ross, Congresswoman Nancy Mace (SC-01) co-led the bill in the House. Passed as part of the omnibus funding bill for Fiscal Year 2023, the legislation now heads to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law. Participation in the U.S. patent system doesn’t reflect the rich diversity of the American people, hindering American innovation and competitiveness. For example, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) found that only 21.9% of patents had at least one woman inventor in 2019. People of color and young inventors are underrepresented as well. This legislation will expand resources and outreach to groups that have historically been underrepresented in the patent system and American entrepreneurship, including by creating a new PTO satellite office in the Southeast. “I’m proud to represent much of the Research Triangle, a world-renowned hub for research and innovation,” said Congresswoman Ross. “Far too often, women, people of color, and veterans face unique barriers to participation in the patent system in North Carolina and beyond. We are a stronger and more prosperous nation when everyone – regardless of their race, gender, or zip code – can participate in our thriving innovation economy. I thank Senators Leahy and Tillis and Congresswoman Mace for working with me to pass this legislation, and I look forward to seeing it signed into law.” The Unleashing American Innovators Act: Requires the PTO’s satellite offices to conduct outreach to underrepresented groups to increase participation in the patent system; Requires the PTO to establish a new satellite office in the Southeast region and to study whether additional satellite offices are needed; Creates a network of smaller community outreach offices to educate Americans about the patent system and the benefits of innovation and entrepreneurship; Establishes a pilot program to assist first-time prospective patent applicants in determining whether their inventions are likely to be patentable; and Lowers patent application fees for small businesses and micro entities.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/house-passes-more-26-million-wake-county-projects-secured-congresswoman-ross,House Passes More Than $26 Million for Wake County Projects Secured by Congresswoman Ross,2022-12-23,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the omnibus funding package for Fiscal Year 2023, which includes $26,890,641 in funding for 15 community projects across Wake County secured by Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02). This critical funding will invest in accessible health care, affordable housing, public safety projects, quality education, and more. Passed by both chambers of Congress, this legislation now heads to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law. “I fought for funding for these essential projects because I know they will make a positive difference in our community,” said Congresswoman Ross. “This week, we put politics aside to invest in the American people. From Raleigh to Wendell, these projects address critical needs in Wake County and represent transformational investments in families, students, seniors, and more. I look forward to President Biden signing this package into law and seeing how these projects will create tangible progress in Wake County.” Earlier this year, Congresswoman Ross secured $10.7 million in funding for Wake County community projects in the Fiscal Year 2022 government funding package. The 15 projects and funding in the Fiscal Year 2023 package are listed below. Community Projects Project Name: WakeMed Behavioral Health Hospital Amount Secured: $6,000,000 Description: WakeMed Health & Hospitals will use this funding to establish a behavioral health hospital that will help Wake County cope with the rising number of mental health and substance-use cases. The facility will accept all clinically appropriate patients regardless of their ability to pay. It will provide a full continuum of mental health services to adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients and substance-use services to all ages. Project Name: Wake County Public Health Center Amount Secured: $2,000,000 Description: Wake County will use this funding to construct a new Public Health Center. The new 151,000 square foot building will house a variety of health clinics, along with pharmacy and lab facilities, as well as ancillary and complimentary social services programs. Wake County Public Health is the safety net clinical provider for uninsured residents. The County’s 11 clinics served approximately 26,000 residents in 2021. Its pharmacy provides approximately 60,000 prescriptions each year, many of which people could not obtain without Wake County Public Health services. Project Name: Maynard Road Multifamily Housing in Cary Amount Secured: $1,000,000 Description: The Maynard Road Multifamily Housing is a planned 127-unit housing development that will provide quality, affordable, mixed-income rental units at below-market rents in a prime area of Cary, North Carolina. The development is needed to help address rising housing costs, especially for low-income individuals and families, because of booming population growth, employment opportunities, and economic development in Cary over the last 20 years. The funding will be used to construct a street to the development. A well-designed and integrated street network is the backbone for a viable, complete neighborhood. Project Name: Wake Tech Electric Vehicle Training Amount Secured: $939,041 Description: Wake Technical Community College will use this funding for Grid to Plug to Wheels: Technician Training for Safe and Efficient Electric Vehicle Power Utilization and Maintenance. This job training program will prepare a next generation workforce of 2-year technicians to build and maintain power supply infrastructure and service electric vehicles. The growing demand for skilled labor in this sector will lead to good careers, greenhouse gas reductions, and consumer savings at the pump. Project Name: Saint Augustine’s University Tuttle Public Health Center Amount Secured: $490,000 Description: St. Augustine's University, a Historically Black University (HBCU), will use this funding to open its Tuttle Public Health Center (TPHC), which will support health and wellness education, student research regarding the long-term effects of COVID-19, and related programs that will benefit St. Augustine’s students and the surrounding community. Funding will be used to support faculty, establish smart classrooms for students, and purchase research and lab equipment. Project Name: GoTriangle Wake County Transit Access and Safety Improvements Amount Secured: $900,000 Description: This project will address critical transit access and operation safety concerns at GoTriangle bus stops across Wake County. The project will make improvements at several locations where the design speed, traffic volumes, constrained right-of-way, and number of transit passengers require safety and ADA accessibility improvements. These improvements include bus bays, sidewalk connections, ADA curb ramps, crosswalks, and pedestrian signals. Proposed locations are distributed throughout the county, benefiting customers on several regional GoTriangle routes. Project Name: Raleigh-Durham International Airport North Cargo Taxilane Reconstruction Amount Secured: $5,000,000 Description: This project will reconstruct the Taxilane that provides access to the North Cargo aircraft parking apron at Raleigh-Durham International Airport. This Taxilane access is critical to the operation of both FedEx and UPS, which provide freight and logistics services to central North Carolina. Project Name: Town of Holly Springs Water Reclamation Amount Secured: $3,000,000 Description: The Utley Creek Water Reclamation Facility is nearing capacity due to population and economic growth. This project will employ innovative and sustainable techniques to increase capacity and divert treated wastewater for other reuses in the community. Project Name: Triangle Regional Water Partnership Amount Secured: $3,326,400 Description: This project will help address the inadequate water supply intended to serve the recently announced VinFast manufacturing facility, the largest economic development project in North Carolina to date, and to provide a safe water supply for the Town of Pittsboro. The funding will be used to construct one of two horizontal directional drills under the Cape Fear River from the City of Sanford’s Water Treatment Plant, which will provide a safe and resilient source of potable water for local government partners that include Chatham County, Pittsboro, Holly Springs, and Fuquay-Varina. Congresswoman Ross secured this funding with Congressman David Price (NC-04). Project Name: Garner Senior Center Facility Improvements Amount Secured: $505,200 Description: The project will enhance safety, increase accessibility, and improve functionality of the Garner Senior Center (GSC), which hosts over 42,000 annual visits by Garner-area seniors. The facility also houses Wake County’s largest congregate Meals on Wheels site serving 1,700 monthly meals on-site and is a distribution site for 1,100 monthly delivered meals. Improvements to the facility include replacement of aging HVAC systems to improve air handling, renovations to restrooms to improve safety and accessibility, the addition of an accessible route to outdoor programing areas of the facility, installation of technology to ensure safe user access, enhancements to the kitchen and dining facility to improve food distribution, and other general facility upgrades. Project Name: Pleasant Grove Community Center in Wendell Amount Secured: $2,000,000 Description: The Pleasant Grove Community Center Project is a collaborative partnership with the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Town of Wendell, and Wake County to reimagine a future use of the historic African American Carver School. This site is located within a low-income area near a public housing development and will serve as a focal point of inclusion and opportunity. The community center rehabilitation will provide a space to offer families afterschool, track out, and summer camp programs; job development services; and a business incubator to host the entrepreneurial program, LaunchWENDELL. This funding will be used for community engagement, project design, construction documents, and the rehabilitation of the old Carver Elementary School. Project Name: Tingen Road Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge Design in Apex Amount Secured: $550,000 Description: This funding will be used for the study and design of a bicycle and pedestrian bridge over the railroad crossing of Tingen Road in Apex, North Carolina. This railroad crossing is expected to close in 2025. Construction of the bicycle and pedestrian bridge will provide a route for the community to safely cross the railroad tracks on Tingen Road. Project Name: North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Education Center at Prairie Ridge Amount Secured: $750,000 Description: The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences will use this funding to construct an Education Center at Prairie Ridge, which will expand services to significantly increase the number of visitors the facility can accommodate. Designed for easy accessibility, including for those with limited pedestrian mobility, families with young children, and school groups, the building will feature three new assets: an indoor classroom, furnished with scientific instruments and teaching tools; universally accessible restroom facilities; and a nature porch. This funding will contribute to economic development by creating an important public amenity along the Blue Ridge Corridor, turning an existing community resource into a year-round ecotourism destination, and fostering the creation of new jobs. Project Name: Town of Morrisville Solar Panel Installations on Town Facilities Amount Secured: $250,000 Description: The Town of Morrisville wants to lead community adoption of sustainable practices and technology. The Town will use $250,000 in funding to purchase and install solar arrays on three of the Town’s largest energy consuming facilities to reduce its carbon footprint. The facilities include the Morrisville Aquatics and Fitness Center, Public Safety and Municipal Services Building, and Harris Mill Road Fire Station. Project Name: Town of Fuquay-Varina Continuous Operation Body Camera System Amount Secured: $180,000 Description: The Town of Fuquay-Varina will use this funding to supply police officers with continuous operation body camera systems. This funding will enable Fuquay-Varina to purchase improved body-worn camera equipment for Police Officers to enhance safety, transparency, and community trust. Body cameras enhance community safety and trust and are essential for 21st century policing. The Fiscal Year 2023 omnibus funding package also includes: A $21 billion increase for veterans’ health care to help with implementation of the PACT Act Reform of the Electoral Count Act of 1887, which will help thwart attempts to disrupt the peaceful transfer of power Robust funding to provide security, economic, and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine in its fight for freedom and democracy Emergency disaster assistance to help victims of hurricanes and wildfires throughout the country $72 billion for the Department of Housing and Urban Development to help address the affordable housing crisis, a $6 billion increase above last year’s levels",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congresswoman-adams-secures-historic-wins-omnibus,Congresswoman Adams Secures Historic Wins in Omnibus,2022-12-21,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 21, 2022) – Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for North Carolina priorities in the fiscal year 2023 omnibus. Victories include new programs to address HBCU & MSI research infrastructure and the maternal health crisis, as well as community project funding for the City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, and Cabarrus County. A detailed summary of the bill is available here. “Congresswoman Adams really knocked it out of the park this time,” said District 5 Charlotte City Councilmember Marjorie Molina. Last week, Rep. Adams published an editorial in The Hill calling for the omnibus bill to address priorities for Black America, including making far-reaching investments in ending health disparities by race and tackling racial inequity in our education system. Victories for Historically Black Colleges & Universities “I am proud to have secured significant wins for Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the federal omnibus for Fiscal Year 2023,” said Congresswoman Alma Adams, founder and co-chair of the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus. “Among those victories are $50 million for HBCU, TCU, and MSI Research and Development Infrastructure Grants, a program originally included in the IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act. These planning and implementation grants are designed to promote transformational investments in research infrastructure at four-year HBCUs, TCUs, and other MSIs. However, the program is called IGNITE for a reason – this is only the starting point in making sure our schools have the resources and infrastructure to compete. “The omnibus agreement also includes year-over-year increases in funding for vital HBCU and MSI programs, as well as $10 million to establish a research network that is comprised of and supports MSIs to study health disparities in maternal health outcomes. I am thankful for the hard work of our institutions and our stakeholders in helping us deliver for HBCUs and MSIs.” Ending America’s Maternal Health Crisis “Almost three years ago, Congresswoman Lauren Underwood, then-Senator Kamala Harris, and I introduced the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act, legislation to address our country’s maternal health crisis,” said Adams, co-founder and co-chair of the Black Maternal Health Caucus. “While I am disappointed that many specific Momnibuspriorities were left out of the omnibus, especially those addressing social determinants of health, this bill includes many historic investments in maternal health that will save lives, including $7 million in awards to community-based organizations to achieve maternal health equity – an idea first proposed in the Kira Johnson Act.” Other Legislative Victories for Adams The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is funded at $154 billion, an increase of $13.4 billion over fiscal year 2022. This follow’s Rep. Adams’ work to revise the Thrifty Food Plan to reflect the current reality of the hunger crisis in America. The omnibus updates the summer food service program to permanently allow states to provide meals and summer EBT benefits nationwide to eligible children as other options in addition to meals provided at congregate feeding sites. Adams has been a consistent champion for extending summer food benefits to U.S. students and children. Two of Rep. Adams’ Financial Services Committee bills (RILA and her Whistleblower bill) were included in the omnibus: H.R.4865 - Registration for Index Linked Annuities (RILA) Act H.R.7195 - To provide for certain whistleblower incentives and protections. Rep. Adams & the late Rep. McEachin’sH.R. 6805 African-American Burial Grounds Preservation Act legislation was included in the omnibus. Community Project Funding Congresswoman Adams announced $20,946,200 in Community Project Funding that she previously secured for North Carolina’s 12th District in the House spending bills has been included in the final 2023 appropriations government funding package. This funding responds directly to some of the most pressing needs in the Charlotte region, and specifically includes $7.9 million for affordable housing across Mecklenburg and Cabarrus Counties. “I am proud to have secured $20,946,200 in Community Project Funding in this bill that I know meets long overdue community needs in North Carolina’s 12th District,” said Rep. Alma Adams (NC-12). “These investments create jobs with better pay, improve food security, build affordable housing, strengthen our communities, and start to tackle climate change.” Rep. Adams championed funding for 15 projects that will directly benefit North Carolina’s 12th District residents. These include: $1,000,000 for the Alternatives To Violence: Cure Violence Implementation $750,000 for the Carolina Theatre Restoration and Construction $575,000 for the Central Piedmont Community College, Charlotte, NC for facilities and equipment $1,300,000 for the Charlotte Center for Newcomers $600,000 for the Charlotte Community Health Clinic, Inc., Charlotte, NC for facilities and equipment $1,000,000 for the Data and Dashboards: Research and Enhancements to Ensure Mecklenburg County's Criminal Justice System is a Leader in Data-Informed Decision Making $1,500,000 for the Historic West End Critical Home Repair Program $2,000,000 for the Huntersville Lot Acquisition for Affordable Housing $4,000,000 for the Local Foods Production Distribution Center $1,000,000 for the North Mecklenburg County Housing Preservation Initiative $216,200 for the Presbyterian Hospital DBA Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Charlotte, NC for facilities and equipment $1,400,000 for the Preservation of Affordable Housing in Druid Hills $3,375,000 for the STEM Learning Laboratory Construction $230,000 for the University of North Carolina System, Chapel Hill, NC for mental health training and services $2,000,000 for the WeBuild Concord Collective Impact for Affordable Housing The twelve-bill government funding package will create good-paying American jobs, grow opportunity for the middle class and small businesses, and provide a lifeline for working families. Taken together, the funding for North Carolina’s 12th District and the funding increases for critical government programs will continue to reverse decades of disinvestment in our communities. After the Senate passes this legislation, we will have the opportunity to vote for the package here in the House. It will then go to President Biden’s desk for his signature.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/congresswoman-ross-secures-more-26-million-wake-county-projects-government,Congresswoman Ross Secures More Than $26 Million for Wake County Projects in the Government Funding Package,2022-12-21,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) announced that she secured $26,890,641 for community projects across Wake County in the omnibus funding bill for Fiscal Year 2023. This critical funding will invest in accessible health care, affordable housing, public safety projects, quality education, and more. The U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate are expected to vote on the package this week. “I fought for funding for these essential projects because I know they will make a positive difference in our community,” said Congresswoman Ross. “This week, we are coming back to Washington and putting politics aside to make government work for the American people. From Raleigh to Wendell, these projects address critical needs in Wake County and represent transformational investments in families, students, seniors, and more. I look forward to voting for this package and working with local leaders to ensure these projects deliver tangible results for North Carolina.” Earlier this year, Congresswoman Ross secured $10.7 million in funding for Wake County community projects in the Fiscal Year 2022 government funding package. The projects and funding in the Fiscal Year 2023 package are listed below. Community Projects Project Name: WakeMed Behavioral Health Hospital Amount Secured: $6,000,000 Description: WakeMed Health & Hospitals will use this funding to establish a behavioral health hospital that will help Wake County cope with the rising number of mental health and substance-use cases. The facility will accept all clinically appropriate patients regardless of their ability to pay. It will provide a full continuum of mental health services to adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients and substance-use services to all ages. Project Name: Wake County Public Health Center Amount Secured: $2,000,000 Description: Wake County will use this funding to construct a new Public Health Center. The new 151,000 square foot building will house a variety of health clinics, along with pharmacy and lab facilities, as well as ancillary and complimentary social services programs. Wake County Public Health is the safety net clinical provider for uninsured residents. The County’s 11 clinics served approximately 26,000 residents in 2021. Its pharmacy provides approximately 60,000 prescriptions each year, many of which people could not obtain without Wake County Public Health services. Project Name: Maynard Road Multifamily Housing in Cary Amount Secured: $1,000,000 Description: The Maynard Road Multifamily Housing is a planned 127-unit housing development that will provide quality, affordable, mixed-income rental units at below-market rents in a prime area of Cary, North Carolina. The development is needed to help address rising housing costs, especially for low-income individuals and families, because of booming population growth, employment opportunities, and economic development in Cary over the last 20 years. The funding will be used to construct a street to the development. A well-designed and integrated street network is the backbone for a viable, complete neighborhood. Project Name: Wake Tech Electric Vehicle Training Amount Secured: $939,041 Description: Wake Technical Community College will use this funding for Grid to Plug to Wheels: Technician Training for Safe and Efficient Electric Vehicle Power Utilization and Maintenance. This job training program will prepare a next generation workforce of 2-year technicians to build and maintain power supply infrastructure and service electric vehicles. The growing demand for skilled labor in this sector will lead to good careers, greenhouse gas reductions, and consumer savings at the pump. Project Name: Saint Augustine’s University Tuttle Public Health Center Amount Secured: $490,000 Description: St. Augustine's University, a Historically Black University (HBCU), will use this funding to open its Tuttle Public Health Center (TPHC), which will support health and wellness education, student research regarding the long-term effects of COVID-19, and related programs that will benefit St. Augustine’s students and the surrounding community. Funding will be used to support faculty, establish smart classrooms for students, and purchase research and lab equipment. Project Name: GoTriangle Wake County Transit Access and Safety Improvements Amount Secured: $900,000 Description: This project will address critical transit access and operation safety concerns at GoTriangle bus stops across Wake County. The project will make improvements at several locations where the design speed, traffic volumes, constrained right-of-way, and number of transit passengers require safety and ADA accessibility improvements. These improvements include bus bays, sidewalk connections, ADA curb ramps, crosswalks, and pedestrian signals. Proposed locations are distributed throughout the county, benefiting customers on several regional GoTriangle routes. Project Name: Raleigh-Durham International Airport North Cargo Taxilane Reconstruction Amount Secured: $5,000,000 Description: This project will reconstruct the Taxilane that provides access to the North Cargo aircraft parking apron at Raleigh-Durham International Airport. This Taxilane access is critical to the operation of both FedEx and UPS, which provide freight and logistics services to central North Carolina. Project Name: Town of Holly Springs Water Reclamation Amount Secured: $3,000,000 Description: The Utley Creek Water Reclamation Facility is nearing capacity due to population and economic growth. This project will employ innovative and sustainable techniques to increase capacity and divert treated wastewater for other reuses in the community. Project Name: Triangle Regional Water Partnership Amount Secured: $3,326,400 Description: This project will help address the inadequate water supply intended to serve the recently announced VinFast manufacturing facility, the largest economic development project in North Carolina to date, and to provide a safe water supply for the Town of Pittsboro. The funding will be used to construct one of two horizontal directional drills under the Cape Fear River from the City of Sanford’s Water Treatment Plant, which will provide a safe and resilient source of potable water for local government partners that include Chatham County, Pittsboro, Holly Springs, and Fuquay-Varina. Congresswoman Ross secured this funding with Congressman David Price (NC-04). Project Name: Garner Senior Center Facility Improvements Amount Secured: $505,200 Description: The project will enhance safety, increase accessibility, and improve functionality of the Garner Senior Center (GSC), which hosts over 42,000 annual visits by Garner-area seniors. The facility also houses Wake County’s largest congregate Meals on Wheels site serving 1,700 monthly meals on-site and is a distribution site for 1,100 monthly delivered meals. Improvements to the facility include replacement of aging HVAC systems to improve air handling, renovations to restrooms to improve safety and accessibility, the addition of an accessible route to outdoor programing areas of the facility, installation of technology to ensure safe user access, enhancements to the kitchen and dining facility to improve food distribution, and other general facility upgrades. Project Name: Pleasant Grove Community Center in Wendell Amount Secured: $2,000,000 Description: The Pleasant Grove Community Center Project is a collaborative partnership with the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Town of Wendell, and Wake County to reimagine a future use of the historic African American Carver School. This site is located within a low-income area near a public housing development and will serve as a focal point of inclusion and opportunity. The community center rehabilitation will provide a space to offer families afterschool, track out, and summer camp programs; job development services; and a business incubator to host the entrepreneurial program, LaunchWENDELL. This funding will be used for community engagement, project design, construction documents, and the rehabilitation of the old Carver Elementary School. Project Name: Tingen Road Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge Design in Apex Amount Secured: $550,000 Description: This funding will be used for the study and design of a bicycle and pedestrian bridge over the railroad crossing of Tingen Road in Apex, North Carolina. This railroad crossing is expected to close in 2025. Construction of the bicycle and pedestrian bridge will provide a route for the community to safely cross the railroad tracks on Tingen Road. Project Name: North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Education Center at Prairie Ridge Amount Secured: $750,000 Description: The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences will use this funding to construct an Education Center at Prairie Ridge, which will expand services to significantly increase the number of visitors the facility can accommodate. Designed for easy accessibility, including for those with limited pedestrian mobility, families with young children, and school groups, the building will feature three new assets: an indoor classroom, furnished with scientific instruments and teaching tools; universally accessible restroom facilities; and a nature porch. This funding will contribute to economic development by creating an important public amenity along the Blue Ridge Corridor, turning an existing community resource into a year-round ecotourism destination, and fostering the creation of new jobs. Project Name: Town of Morrisville Solar Panel Installations on Town Facilities Amount Secured: $250,000 Description: The Town of Morrisville wants to lead community adoption of sustainable practices and technology. The Town will use $250,000 in funding to purchase and install solar arrays on three of the Town’s largest energy consuming facilities to reduce its carbon footprint. The facilities include the Morrisville Aquatics and Fitness Center, Public Safety and Municipal Services Building, and Harris Mill Road Fire Station. Project Name: Town of Fuquay-Varina Continuous Operation Body Camera System Amount Secured: $180,000 Description: The Town of Fuquay-Varina will use this funding to supply police officers with continuous operation body camera systems. This funding will enable Fuquay-Varina to purchase improved body-worn camera equipment for Police Officers to enhance safety, transparency, and community trust. Body cameras enhance community safety and trust and are essential for 21st century policing. The Fiscal Year 2023 omnibus funding package also includes: $21 billion increase for veterans’ health care to help with implementation of the PACT Act Reform of the Electoral Count Act of 1887, which will help thwart attempts to disrupt the peaceful transfer of power Robust funding to provide security, economic, and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine in its fight for freedom and democracy Emergency disaster assistance to help victims of hurricanes and wildfires throughout the country $72 billion for the Department of Housing and Urban Development to help address the affordable housing crisis, a $6 billion increase above last year’s levels",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/report-video-congresswoman-ross-releases-first-term-review,REPORT & VIDEO: Congresswoman Ross Releases First Term in Review,2022-12-20,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Raleigh, N.C. —Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released a comprehensive report and video detailing accomplishments from her first term representing Wake County in Congress, including millions of dollars returned to Wake County residents and historic legislation signed into law. Click here to read the report and here to download the video. “It has been one of the greatest honors of my life serving Wake County during my first term in Congress,” said Congresswoman Ross. “I spent my first two years in office traveling throughout the Second District, listening to my constituents, and taking to heart all of your views, insights , and concerns. I’m incredibly proud of everything that my office and I accomplished for the people of Wake County – from ensuring veterans, small business owners, and more can access resources from the federal government to fighting for commonsense legislation. There is still so much work to do in the year ahead, and I pledge to always put Wake County first.” The report and video include the following highlights: More than $19 million returned to Wake County residents $10.7 million in federal funding secured for projects across Wake County 10 bills signed into law, including legislation to: Address the shortage of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners in North Carolina and nationwide Repeal the moratorium on offshore wind leasing off the coasts of North Carolina and other states in the Southeast Enhance judicial ethics and transparency requirements ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/congresswoman-ross-statement-january-6th-committees-criminal-referrals-trump,Congresswoman Ross Statement on the January 6th Committee’s Criminal Referrals of Trump & Others to DOJ,2022-12-19,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the following statement on the January 6th Committee’s final hearing and referrals of former President Donald J. Trump, John Eastman, and others to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for criminal investigation and prosecution: “I commend my colleagues on the January 6th Committee for their relentless pursuit of the truth and their unyielding commitment to democracy. The Committee’s thorough investigation has exposed the reality of what happened on that horrible day – that former President Trump and his allies violated the Constitution and the law in their attempts to hold onto power at any cost. No one is above the law, and those who were responsible for this violent assault on our democracy must be held accountable.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-honors-retiring-colleagues-price-butterfield-house-floor,Adams Honors Retiring Colleagues Price & Butterfield on House Floor,2022-12-14,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 14, 2022) – Earlier this morning, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) delivered remarks in honor of retiring Representatives David Price (NC-04) and G. K. Butterfield (NC-01). Video of the remarks is available onC-SPAN, on YouTube, and for download. Rep. Adams’ remarks as prepared: I rise today to honor two outstanding North Carolinians and my colleagues who are retiring from the U.S. House of Representatives, the Honorable G. K. Butterfield for 18 years of service, and the Honorable David Price for 34 years. These gentlemen have given a total of 52 years of service to our state and our nation, for which we are indeed grateful. True statesman, Butterfield and Price have been invaluable members of Congress and have served with incredible distinction. Well respected, admired, and loved by colleagues here in Congress, and revered by citizens back home, they each have made their life’s work all about service. Having known each of them for a very long time, I have appreciated the opportunity to learn from then and to work with each of them in North Carolina and here in Congress. Service has been their legacy as it is the rent we pay for living. Together, these incredible members have kept their rent fully paid up throughout their careers in North Carolina, and in this Congress. Both scholars and men of enormous intellect, Price and Butterfield have been leaders in their communities, and they have used their expertise on and off Capitol Hill to interrupt injustice and ignorance. Our resident historian, G. K. Butterfield, who serves on Energy & Commerce, worked as a civil rights lawyer, a trial judge, a Superior Court judge, and served in the North Carolina Supreme Court. Retired teacher and distinguished professor David Price led numerous Congressional missions abroad during his three decades on the Hill, and he has been influential in his committee work on Appropriations. Both have been personal mentors and friends to me, and impactful advisors who I will truly miss. Thank you Congressman Price, and thank you Congressman Butterfield for your friendship and for your service. I wish you and your families Godspeed as you retire and take on the next chapter in your lives. You made our nation much better than when you found it. God Bless You.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-adams-hill-congress-has-unfinished-business-black-america,Rep. Adams in The Hill: “Congress has unfinished business for Black America”,2022-12-12,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 9, 2022) – The Hill published an opinion piece by Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) entitled “3 proposals Congress can pass to fulfill Biden’s promises to Black America.” In the editorial, Rep. Adams stresses the importance of passing a minimum wage increase, the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act, and the IGNITE HBCU, TCU, and MSI Excellence Act. Rep. Adams writes: The 117th Congress has unfinished business for Black America. In 2020, President Biden ran and won on a platform that included advancing the economic mobility of African Americans and closing racial wealth and income gaps; making far-reaching investments in ending health disparities by race; and tackling racial inequity in our education system. We can make big, bipartisan progress on these issues before the end of Congress, but it’s up to us to act. … The IGNITE Act would create a federal grant program for infrastructure at HBCUs, tribal colleges and universities (TCUs), and other minority serving institutions (MSIs) including Hispanic serving institutions (HSIs) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs). The grants can be used to improve infrastructure for these schools, including maintenance of historic buildings, new technology and classrooms, or improved security for students and staff. The IGNITE Act is supported by the Congressional Tri-Caucus, composed of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, Congressional Black Caucus, and the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus. Our legislation is co-sponsored by 200 Democrats and 20 Republicans, and the Senate companion of the bill also has bipartisan support. In fact, the legislation builds on our FUTURE Act legislation, which President Trump signed into law. Unfortunately, the most recent major funding package for HBCUs and MSIs — a proposed $3 billion — was also part of the stalled Build Back Better bill. This is our last, best chance to pass the IGNITE Act and fulfill our promises to the American people. The full piece is available at TheHill.com. Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. represents North Carolina's 12th Congressional District (Charlotte, Mecklenburg County) and serves as vice chair of the House Agriculture Committee. Additionally, she serves on the House Financial Services Committee and the House Education & Labor Committee, where she serves as Chair of the Workforce Protections Subcommittee. In 2015, Rep. Adams co-founded the first Bipartisan HBCU Caucus in Congress. She is a graduate of North Carolina A&T State University, one of the 1890s institutions.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/congresswoman-ross-named-democratic-whip-katherine-clarks-whip-team-118th,Congresswoman Ross Named to Democratic Whip Katherine Clark’s Whip Team for 118th Congress,2022-12-09,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Assistant Speaker and incoming Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) announced the Chief Deputy Whips for the 118th Congress. Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) is among ten members who will join the team in 2023. “I am honored to be a Chief Deputy Whip in the 118th Congress among a fantastic group of colleagues,” said Ross. “Under the experienced leadership of our incoming Democratic Whip Katherine Clark, we are ready to deliver results for the American people, work across the aisle where we can, and fight against extremist policies.” ""I am proud to announce the 118th Congress Chief Deputy Whip team that will work on behalf of the American people to secure opportunity and justice for all,” said Clark. “Our Chief Deputy Whips represent the incredible diversity of experience and perspectives that embody the House Democratic Caucus. Unified in our mission, we will harness the strength of House Democrats to advance the needs of working families and defeat the Republican extremist agenda.” The Chief Deputy Whips for the 118th Congress are:",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-alma-adams-votes-enshrine-marriage-equality-under-federal-law,Rep. Alma Adams Votes to Enshrine Marriage Equality Under Federal Law,2022-12-08,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 8, 2022) – Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) voted to send the Respect for Marriage Act to President Biden’s desk. This landmark legislation defends marriage equality by officially repealing the bigoted and unconstitutional “Defense of Marriage Act” (DOMA), upholding couples’ right to equal protection under federal law, and requiring states to recognize valid out-of-state marriages. “Today, I proudly voted for marriage equality. Our Democratic Congress is fighting to honor the dignity and equality of every American,” said Rep. Adams. “The Respect for Marriage Act sends a clear signal that hate and bigotry have no place in our public square, or our government institutions. This bill will uphold marriage equality under federal law by ending DOMA, enshrining same-sex and mixed-race married couples’ 14th Amendment right to equal protection, and barring rogue officials from invalidating out-of-state marriages. While we still have a ways to go to protect the health, safety, and dignity of all LGBTQ Americans, this is a major step forward. As the Dobbs decision has shown us, we can’t sleep on Equality.” Background Since the Republican-appointed Supreme Court’s deeply unpopular Dobbs decision, state-level Republicans across the country have set their sights on other basic personal freedoms. In his concurring opinion, Associate Justice Clarence Thomas explicitly called for the Court to reconsider its Obergefell decision upholding marriage equality. The Respect for Marriage Act will take several steps to protect the inviolability of same-sex and interracial marriages: Repealing the “Defense of Marriage Act”: While the Supreme Court has effectively voided DOMA, this unconstitutional and discriminatory federal law still remains on the books. The Respect for Marriage Act will repeal this statute once and for all. Enshrining Marriage Equality Into Federal Law: This legislation will uphold married couples’ right to equal protection in all areas covered under federal law, such as Social Security, tax filings and veterans’ benefits. Barring Discrimination By State Officials: This legislation prohibits state officials from denying recognition of an out-of-state marriage on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity or national origin. Previously passed by the House earlier this year, the Respect for Marriage Act was amended and advanced by the Senate last week. With today’s vote in the House, the final bill now heads to the President’s desk for his signature. The Respect for Marriage Act is strongly supported by leading advocacy organizations, including the ACLU, Center for American Progress, Equality Federation, Family Equality, Freedom for All Americans, GLAD, Human Rights Campaign, Lambda Legal, National Black Justice Coalition, National Center for Lesbian Rights, National Women’s Law Center and PFLAG.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/congresswoman-ross-votes-protect-marriage-equality,Congresswoman Ross Votes to Protect Marriage Equality,2022-12-08,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) helped pass the Respect for Marriage Act, bipartisan legislation to uphold same-sex and interracial marriage under federal law and finally repeal the unconstitutional Defense of Marriage Act. The legislation follows Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas’ concurring opinion in the Dobbs case in which he argued that the Court should revisit Obergefell v. Hodges and Loving v. Virginia. “While it’s disappointing that we need to pass this legislation in 2022, I’m proud that Congress has rejected hate and worked across party lines to protect marriage equality across the country,” said Congresswoman Ross. “We are stronger as a nation when every American is free to marry the person they love. “The conservative majority on the Supreme Court invited a challenge to marriage equality, and Congress was compelled to act to protect this fundamental right. The passage of this bill marks an historic step forward, but it’s clear we must do more to protect the LGBTQ+ community in North Carolina and nationwide.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/congresswoman-ross-statement-after-oral-arguments-moore-v-harper,Congresswoman Ross Statement After Oral Arguments for Moore v. Harper,2022-12-07,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) attended oral arguments as the Supreme Court heard Moore v. Harper and released the following statement: “This is the bottom line: Moore v. Harper puts in jeopardy the future of free and fair elections – not just in my home state of North Carolina, but in every single state. The notion that state legislatures should be immune from judicial oversight of state election law is antithetical to the fundamental promise of our democracy. The arguments I heard today only reinforce this belief. I believe our democracy is worth fighting for.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-introduces-bill-protect-essential-workers-wage-garnishment,Adams Introduces Bill to Protect Essential Workers from Wage Garnishment,2022-12-05,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON (December 5, 2022) – Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) has introduced the Protecting Wages of Essential Workers Act of 2022. The Protecting Wages Act will protect $1,000 or 75 percent, whichever is greater, of take-home earnings per week from seizure and index that net amount annually based on inflation. Text of the bill is available here. “Wage garnishment can push a family into poverty when they’re struggling to make ends meet,” said Adams. “The Protecting Wages Act will give families more time to pay their debts, while helping small businesses. An essential worker shouldn’t have to go hungry or even be fired because their wages are being garnished, and a small business owner shouldn’t have to act as both employer and debt collector. The Protecting Wages Act takes a big step forward by addressing wage garnishment’s most predatory effects.” Adams serves as chair of the House Education & Labor Committee’s Subcommittee on Workforce Protection. The legislation is endorsed by both the Center for Responsible Lending and the National Consumer Law Center (on behalf of its low-income clients). “Systematic racism continues to play a role in perpetuating cycles of poverty in communities of color,” said Lucia Mattox, director of western states outreach and senior policy associate at the Center for Responsible Lending (CRL). “People of color are more likely to be contacted by debt collectors and to be impacted by lawsuits resulting in wage garnishment. Until we modernize federal law to improve protections for consumers, the racial wealth gap will continue to deepen, and Americans will continue struggling to pay for necessities like food, rent and childcare."" “Debt collectors should not be allowed to push working people into poverty or grab the funds people need for necessities to support their families,” said Michael Best, staff attorney at NCLC. “Debt collectors also can’t be allowed to take us back to the days of debtors’ prisons.” Background For decades, federal law has protected a base amount from wage garnishment so that families are not reduced to poverty. But these protections are tied to a minimum wage that does not reflect a living wage and has not kept up with inflation. As a result, only $217.50/week of net wages are completely protected from garnishment. For the 63% of Americans living paycheck to paycheck, a wage seizure is a catastrophe that will force people to choose between medicine and food, rent and/or a car payment. The Protecting Wages Act will protect $1,000 or 75 percent, whichever is greater, of take-home earnings per week from seizure and index that net amount annually based on inflation. It raises the federal floor of protections, leaving states free to protect even more of their citizens’ wages or prohibit wage seizure for consumer debts entirely. The $1,000 amount to be protected is based on an analysis by the Center for Responsible Lending determining what is closest to a living wage for a family of two across disparate states, though it may still be inadequate to protect a living wage in high-cost states like New York. In addition to protecting families that are trying to care for their children, the Protecting Wages Act will also help business owners who must deal with the administrative hassles of wage garnishment and are having difficulty filling jobs. As the ADP Research Institute noted: “Even as employees are confronted by the stress of having their wages garnished, their employers are saddled with the compliance burden and stress of managing those wage garnishments. Employers that fail to comply with garnishment orders can face costly penalties. In some jurisdictions, the employer can even be held liable for the full amount of an employee’s judgment.” With more wages protected, employers will have fewer garnishment orders to administer, and more of the wages they pay will reach the frontline workers they are trying to retain. Small business owners shouldn’t be forced to act as debt collectors for major corporations. The bill will also prevent people from being fired for having multiple wage seizures and prohibit debt collectors from threatening people in debt with jail time if they don’t pay.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-alma-adams-announces-spring-2023-media-internship-program,Rep. Alma Adams Announces Spring 2023 Media Internship Program,2022-12-05,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 5, 2022) – Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) is excited to announce one internship opportunity in her Washington, D.C. office as well as one internship opportunity in her Charlotte, N.C. office for the Spring 2023 semester. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately; applications close on Friday, December 16, 2022. This internship includes a monthly stipend for eligible candidates. ""As a forty-year educator and a public servant for over three decades, I am committed to empowering current students and recent graduates to give them the real-world experience they need to succeed,"" said Rep. Adams. ""Our office is excited to give the next generation of leaders the opportunity to serve their community and their country as interns in the United States Congress."" Spring Media Interns for Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12) Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D.'s Charlotte Office and Washington, D.C. Office are seeking motivated, creative, and energetic media interns for the upcoming Spring 2023 semester. Qualified candidates will have strong written and social media skills, graphic design, and video editing experience. Exceptional judgement, discernment, and discretion is required. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Compiling press clips Drafting social media campaigns Assisting with editing videos Assisting the Communications Director with drafting press releases and other written materials Research and compiling reports on press and social media, and Administrative work as needed, including answering phones Staffing the Member of Congress at public events This internship is based in either the Charlotte, N.C. office or the Washington, DC office and is open to college students and recent graduates. Hours are flexible to accommodate students' course schedules, but generally run from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. when Congress is in session and from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. when not in session. If eligible, this internship includes a monthly stipend. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and writing sample to sam.spencer@mail.house.gov with the subject line ""Spring Media Internship Application – Charlotte Office"" OR ""Spring Media Internship Application – Washington, D.C. Office"" no later than close of business on Friday, December 16, 2022. Applicants should be able to successfully complete a timed writing test during the application process. The office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, military status, age, marital status, or parental status.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/12/ross-joins-casey-hirono-hayes-dingell-introducing-bill-strengthen-protections,"Ross Joins Casey, Hirono, Hayes, Dingell in Introducing Bill to Strengthen Protections Against Sexual Harassment, Discrimination in Education",2022-12-02,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) joined Congresswomen Jahana Hayes (CT-05) and Debbie Dingell (MI-12) in introducing legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives to strengthen civil rights protections against harassment in schools, colleges, and universities. The Students’ Access to Freedom & Educational Rights Act (SAFER) Act would amend the burdensome standards for harassment lawsuits brought under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and create additional protections for students who experience sex-based harassment. As standards for workplace sexual assault lawsuits have become less onerous, court rulings have increased the burden on young people seeking justice. The SAFER Act aims to repair years of damage to Title IX, including court rulings and actions by the Trump Administration to strip away many protections for student sexual assault survivors. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Mazie Hirono (D-HI) introduced the legislation in the Senate. “We must do more to address the epidemic of sexual assault and harassment that has plagued our campuses for far too long,” said Congresswoman Ross. “Students who have endured unspeakable trauma should not face unnecessary and burdensome hurdles that prevent them from reporting their abuse and seeking justice. I’m honored to join Representatives Hayes and Dingell as well as Senators Casey and Hirono in introducing this important legislation. I look forward to continuing our work to protect student survivors.” “So many students who endure sexual harassment or assault experience isolation, fear, and difficulty focusing on their education as they process a traumatic ordeal. To add insult to injury, students who report their experiences face an uphill battle to seek justice,” said Senator Casey. “We cannot go backwards. School should be a safe place, from early education all the way to institutions of higher learning. The SAFER Act would protect the civil rights of students across the country and help them feel safe and supported as they pursue their education.” “Fifty years ago, Title IX was signed into law to guarantee every student’s right to a quality, equitable education, regardless of their sex,” said Senator Hirono. “But despite the progress Title IX has created, too many students—especially LGBTQ+ students, pregnant and parenting students, students of color, and students with disabilities—are still deprived the full protections of the law. The SAFER Act will strengthen enforcement of Title IX at schools and create important protections for survivors of harassment and assault on campus. This legislation will move us closer to fulfilling our promise of ensuring every student can get the quality education they deserve.” “Fifty years ago, Title IX was enacted to protect educational opportunities for all students. Despite the significant progress made on this issue, pervasive discrimination continues to hinder learning experiences and threaten the success of students,” said Congresswoman Hayes. “Every student, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, disability, or age, deserves to feel safe in the classroom. The SAFER Act builds upon the spirit of Title IX by establishing stronger civil rights protections so students may thrive in school free from harassment or discrimination.” “Students should be able to learn, compete, and succeed in safe and welcoming environments, but our nation’s federally funded education programs too often fail to live up to this promise. Student survivors should have access to the tools they need to seek justice, not encounter new obstacles that exacerbate the trauma, fear, and isolation they may be experiencing,” said Congresswoman Dingell. “With the SAFER Act, we can do more to protect students from the threat of harassment and ensure educational institutions better respond to the needs of survivors.” Supreme Court rulings in Gebser v. Lago Vista Independent School District and Davis v. Monroe County Board of Education have created standards for Title IX sexual harassment lawsuits that increased the burden on the plaintiff. These standards have made it more difficult for students to be protected from sex-based harassment and have influenced other civil rights laws, making civil rights enforcement against discrimination on the basis of race, disability, and age more difficult as well. The SAFER Act would also require more transparency around Title IX religious exemptions, include a broader and more apt definition of sexual harassment and “sex,” allow the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights to levy fines against institutions for civil rights violations, require climate surveys in K-12 schools of students experiences with sex-based harassment, and create more requirements for Title IX coordinators and for trainings, with grant funding included. The SAFER Act is supported by more than 70 organizations, including the National Women’s Law Center, Know Your IX, It’s On Us, Human Rights Campaign, and the National Disability Rights Network. Fatima Goss Graves, President and CEO of the National Women’s Law Center said, “Fifty years have passed since Title IX was enacted and five years have passed since survivors around the world said, ‘Me too,’ but there is still much to be done to fulfill the law’s promise and the calls for action. Courts continue to make it difficult for survivors to achieve justice, especially when their schools fail to treat harassment seriously. The SAFER Act seeks to end this cycle, and bring us closer to securing equal educational opportunities for all by ensuring schools take steps to protect students who have experienced harassment. We are thrilled to support this critical legislation that recognizes all students deserve to learn and thrive, free from discriminatory harassment.” “At Know Your IX, we continue to see discrimination, delays in schools' responses to harassment, retaliation, and harmful stereotypes interfere with student survivors' access to their civil rights and a safe educational environment. The status quo is not working for students -- especially for BIPOC survivors, LGBTQI+ survivors, and survivors with disabilities,” said Emma Grasso Levine, Title IX Policy and Program Manager at Advocates for Youth. “The passage of the SAFER Act would provide crucial protections for survivors and strengthen young people's right to an education free from discrimination and violence.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-alma-adams-releases-statement-historic-democratic-leadership,Rep. Alma Adams Releases Statement on Historic Democratic Leadership Elections,2022-12-01,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (December 1, 2022) – Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement on the historic Democratic leadership elections this week, including the election of Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (NY-08) as the first African American to serve as caucus leader in either house of Congress. “After years of success as our party’s leader, Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi has passed the torch to a new generation of leaders. Congressman Hakeem Jeffries will not only be the first African American to lead a party in Congress; he will also be the first Democratic leader from Generation X. I have been proud to work with Hakeem since we both entered the House in the 113th Congress, and I have been honored not only by his support of my legislative agenda, but also by his friendship and his visits to Charlotte. “Leader Jeffries will be a tireless champion for the American people in the next Congress. I was proud to cast my votes for Hakeem at our Democratic leadership elections meeting, and I look forward to seeing him take the gavel as Speaker of the House in the near future.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-alma-adams-releases-world-aids-day-video-featuring-human-ribbon,Rep. Alma Adams Releases World AIDS Day Video Featuring Human Ribbon,2022-12-01,2022,2022-12,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLOTTE (December 1, 2022) – In recognition of World AIDS Day, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released a video recognizing the millions of people lost to HIV and AIDS, and the approximately 40 million people around the world living with HIV. The video includes a “Human Ribbon” of people recognizing World AIDS Day. Rep. Adams’ video is available here. Additionally, pictures of the Human Ribbon are available here. “We recognize World AIDS Day on December 1st so we can continue to tell the story of people who are living with HIV, and of the over 40 million people around the world lost to HIV and AIDS,” said Rep. Adams. “Our Office is proud to partner with several community groups, student organizations, city and state agencies, and community members to make this day a success. This year’s theme, 'Global Solidarity, Share Responsibility' will unite people around the world to show support for people living with HIV and to remember those who have died from AIDS-related illnesses. In Congress, I’m proud to support legislation and appropriations to continue to help people living with AIDS, educate people about HIV, and stop the spread of this virus.” Congresswoman Adams is a member of the Congressional HIV/AIDS Caucus, and has worked in Congress to secure federal grants to help North Carolinians living with HIV, increase HIV prevention funding, and sponsor common-sense sex education legislation that would lower the incidence of STIs, including HIV. She is a cosponsor of the 2022 World AIDS Day resolution.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:32:05Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-adams-statement-passing-rep-donald-mceachin,Rep. Adams Statement on the Passing of Rep. Donald McEachin,2022-11-29,2022,2022-11,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 29, 2022) – Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement on the passing of her colleague, Rep. Donald McEachin (VA-04): “Congressman Donald McEachin was a fighter for the people of Virginia, and he wasn’t afraid to share stories of his personal fight with cancer so he could inspire others to get screened and see their doctor. As a fellow member of the Congressional Black Caucus, I was proud to work with Don on issues ranging from Black Maternal Health and HBCUs to the preservation of African American Burial Grounds. “Don was an extraordinary statesman, and always kind. My prayers are with Don’s wife Colette, their children, their family and friends, and all of Congressman McEachin’s staff who supported him in service of Virginia’s Fourth Congressional District.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:24:37Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/11/congresswoman-ross-nsf-director-panchanathan-wake-tech-highlight-millions,"Congresswoman Ross, NSF Director Panchanathan, Wake Tech Highlight Millions in Federal Funding for Wake County Universities and Community Colleges",2022-11-22,2022,2022-11,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02), the Director of the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) Sethuraman Panchanathan, and Wake Technical Community College (Wake Tech) President Dr. Scott Ralls celebrated millions in federal funding that institutions in Wake County have received through NSF. Recent NSF grants for Wake Tech have included $1.4 million for the college’s STEM Academic Research & Training (START) program and more than $500,000 to enhance manufacturing training for students. In addition to Wake Tech, Congresswoman Ross and Director Panchanathan visited North Carolina State University (NC State), which has received millions in federal funding from NSF, making it the top NSF-funded academic institution in North Carolina. “Community colleges and universities like Wake Tech and NC State are shaping the future of North Carolina, and I was excited to welcome Director Panchanathan to Wake County today,” said Congresswoman Ross. “North Carolina is a hub of innovation and progress, and the support our state has received through NSF funding is a testament to our leadership in the STEM fields. I look forward to seeing everything that our outstanding institutions in Wake County will continue to accomplish through our strong partnerships with NSF.” “I am very excited and thankful for Representative Ross’ invitation to visit North Carolina, a place where technological innovation has flourished, and fundamental research has led to groundbreaking discoveries,” said NSF Director Sethuraman Panchanathan. “At NSF, we are focused on cultivating a STEM workforce for the future by reaching students in every region of our nation, ensuring that innovation and opportunities exists everywhere for them to succeed in the STEM enterprise. We look forward to continuing to strengthen our partnerships with academia, government, and industry to support students in North Carolina for decades to come.” “Not many community colleges offer undergraduate research opportunities for students,” said Wake Tech President Dr. Scott Ralls. “NSF grant funding makes it possible to offer this unique program and we couldn’t be more grateful.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:24:37Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-statement-pelosi-announcement,Adams Statement on Pelosi Announcement,2022-11-17,2022,2022-11,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (November 17, 2022) - Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi announced she would step down from leadership after the 117th Congress: ""Nancy Pelosi is a living legend. Her leadership is defined by countless accomplishments, including the Affordable Care Act which gave millions more Americans health insurance; the economic packages that rescued the American economy in 2008 and 2020; and her historic service as the first woman to hold the gavel as Speaker of the House. When she joined the House there were only 12 Democratic women; in 2014, I was humbled to join her as the 100th woman in Congress, and I’ve been honored to serve with her these past eight years. ""I can think of few greater leaders for the American people than my friend Nancy, and I join millions of my fellow Americans in gratefulness for Speaker Pelosi’s service."" ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:24:37Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-hill-announce-3-new-hbcu-partnership-challenge-companies-abbvie,"Adams, Hill Announce 3 New HBCU Partnership Challenge Companies: AbbVie, Amgen, and Protective",2022-11-10,2022,2022-11,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (D-NC-12) and Congressman French Hill (R-AR-02) announced 3 companies and organizations joining the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Partnership Challenge: AbbVie, Amgen, and Protective Life Corporation. The HBCU Caucus Partnership Challenge is an effort to promote greater engagement and support between private companies and HBCUs. Already, over 90 companies have taken the challenge. ""I want to thank our newest HBCU Caucus Partnership Challenge Members Abbvie, Amgen, and Protective Life Corporation,"" said Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus. HBCUs face major capital infrastructure and funding challenges. It’s an important moment for private and public partners to continue to commit to support our HBCUs. I applaud all our private partners for taking the pledge at such a critical time.” “I am pleased AbbVie, Amgen, and Protective Life Corporation have joined the HBCU Partnership Challenge. Our HBCU Partnership Challenge partners are vital to providing and promoting opportunities on behalf of HBCU students, faculty, and alumni. Thank you to these industry leaders who have pledged their commitment to the HBCU community,” said Rep. French Hill (AR-02), co-chair of the HBCU Caucus. Companies & organizations joining the partnership challenge are excited for the opportunity: “At AbbVie, developing and delivering innovative life-changing medicines for the wide diversity of our patients requires the thoughtfulness and creativity that comes from having a wide range of inputs,” said Rae Livingston, chief equity officer, AbbVie. “AbbVie’s commitment to partnering with Historically Black Colleges and Universities is one way we continue our focus on attracting impact-making talent to help us deliver on this important mission of improving patient lives. Through relationships with these top institutions, we are creating new pathways to careers in the pharmaceutical industry. And AbbVie has the opportunity to tap into the innovative and futuristic thinking of talented students who are often untapped. I am beyond excited about partnering with the challenge.” “At Amgen, we believe everyone needs science and science needs everyone,” said Bob Bradway, Chairman and CEO of Amgen. “Amgen is proud to build on our existing collaborations with HCBUs by joining the Partnership Challenge to help reduce disparities in STEM, unlock new ideas, and drive systemic change.” “At Protective, we are committed to strengthening our diversity, equity and inclusion efforts by growing and developing our people, attracting diverse talent and supporting strong, diverse communities,” said Rich Bielen, President and CEO of Protective Life Corporation. “We are proud of our ongoing collaborations with Historically Black Colleges and Universities and are honored to have representation of alumni from over 13 different HBCUs within our workforce.” Background on the HBCU Partnership Challenge Sixty-seven percent of job seekers say a diverse workforce is important when considering job offers, and organizations that report higher levels of racial diversity bring in nearly 15 times more sales revenue than their counterparts. The Bipartisan HBCU Caucus believes that to achieve true diversity in our workforce, we must focus on the front-end of this conversation – our students and the schools they attend. The impact of HBCUs on our workforce is clear. HBCUs produce: 27 percent of all African-American STEM graduates; 40 percent of all African-American engineers; 50 percent of all African-American lawyers; 50 percent of all African-American public-school teachers; and 80 percent of all African-American judges. These statistics demonstrate how HBCUs are vital to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Additional information on the challenge is available here. For more information, please contact Sam Spencer (Sam.Spencer@mail.house.gov). Protective Life Corporation’s Partnerships with HBCUs Protective believes all should have the opportunity to thrive, and we remain committed to strengthening our DE&I efforts by growing and developing our people, attracting diverse talent, and supporting strong, diverse communities. We recognize attracting individuals of different identities, thoughts, and experiences is imperative to our business; therefore, we promise to continue hiring talent that highlights the strength of diverse perspectives. Protective employs alumni of 13 different Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) including Miles College, Tuskegee University, Alabama State University, Stillman College, Central State University, Spelman College, Fisk University and more. About Congresswoman Alma Adams Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. represents North Carolina's 12th Congressional District (Charlotte, Mecklenburg County). In 2015, she founded the first bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus in Congress. She is a double graduate of North Carolina A&T, the largest HBCU by enrollment in the United States, and serves on the House Committee on Education & Labor; the House Financial Services Committee; and the House Committee on Agriculture, which has jurisdiction over the 1890s HBCUs.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:24:37Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-alma-adams-statement-outcome-2022-general-election,Rep. Alma Adams Statement on the Outcome of the 2022 General Election,2022-11-09,2022,2022-11,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLOTTE (November 8, 2022) – Following the preliminary results of the 2022 general election and her own reelection to the U.S. House of Representatives, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement: “Congratulations to all of last night’s winners, and thank you to every candidate and every voter across the country for participating in our democracy. While I am not happy about the results in every race, I accept the results of the election, and encourage my fellow Americans to do the same - though some results may take longer than others. A cornerstone of American democracy is supporting our entire country whether or not our partisan side was victorious in the election; as President Lincoln once said, ‘We are not enemies, but friends. We must not be enemies. Though passion may have strained, it must not break our bonds of affection.’ “I am proud of what we have accomplished under two years of President Biden‘s leadership, and I am excited to work for the residents of the 12th Congressional District for the rest of the 117th Congress, and after the new Congress is sworn in in January. Going forward, we will likely have to work together as a divided government. As the most senior of the seven Democratic members of North Carolina’s delegation in the 118th Congress, I will continue to work with both sides of the aisle on our district’s priorities. “The Charlotte region’s greatest challenges - including housing, hunger, healthcare, higher education and the economy - are not partisan issues. There is much that we can and must accomplish together. I encourage everyone to take the passionate intensity they have felt today and over the past few weeks, and re-commit it in the pursuit of justice for all Americans. The work is not over, and I will continue to give my all for every resident of the 12th Congressional District in Congress.” Background The current Congress will return to the Capitol next week to finish the work of the 117th Congress. Rep. Adams will represent the 12th Congressional District under its current boundaries, including Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, Davidson, Cornelius, Huntersville, Mint Hill, and parts of Pineville and Matthews. For the remainder of the 117th Congress, Rep. Adams continues to serve as vice chair of the House Agriculture Committee; chair of the Workforce Protections Subcommittee of the House Education & Labor Committee; and as a member of the House Financial Services Committee. The 118th Congress will be sworn in on January 3, 2023. At that time, Rep. Adams will begin representing communities in Cabarrus County, and will continue to represent the majority of the people she currently represents in Charlotte and Mecklenburg County. She will be the most senior of North Carolina’s seven congressional Democrats. New committee and leadership assignments in the 118th Congress will be announced in the coming months.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:24:37Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/11/congresswoman-ross-leads-43-lawmakers-calling-us-soccer-federation-cooperate,Congresswoman Ross Leads 43 Lawmakers in Calling on U.S. Soccer Federation to Cooperate with Investigation Into Systemic Abuse and Working Environment in Women’s Soccer,2022-11-01,2022,2022-11,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) led 43 Members of Congress in urging the U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF) to cooperate fully with the joint investigation into the working environments of all 12 teams in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) being conducted by the NWSL and NWSL Players Association (NWSLPA). While former acting Attorney General Sally Yates’ investigation revealed systemic abuse and harassment rampant in the league, the lawmakers are calling on USSF not only to cooperate with the joint investigation but also to outline concrete plans to prevent future abuse. One year ago, Congresswoman Ross led a similar group of lawmakers in calling for an initial investigation following a series of disturbing reports of abuse and harassment faced by NWSL players. “Until individuals experiencing abuse feel comfortable coming forward with complaints or concerns to those in positions of authority, the systemic misconduct described in the report will continue. Only receptiveness to institutional flaws will lead to institutional improvement,” the Members wrote. The Members continued, “It is obviously unacceptable that players have been subjected to this level of systemic abuse in professional women’s soccer. These exceptional athletes have the right to practice and play the sport they love without threats, coercion, or abuse. The investigation is an important step forward in ensuring women athletes have the protections they deserve, but the work does not stop here… The sport and the league are clearly in need of systemic reform, and this investigation by the U.S. Soccer Federation, as well as the joint NWSL-NWSLPA investigation, will provide critical insights into the changes required to ensure our athletes can safely continue to bring pride to our nation.” The Yates report revealed information about the working environment of the NWSL and in women’s soccer generally, including abuse that often begins in youth soccer programs. Her report also outlined important steps that can help change the sport at all levels. In their letter, the lawmakers underscored that the Yates report is only the beginning of institutional change needed across women’s soccer. In Congress, Congresswoman Ross has led the push for reform in women’s soccer. The North Carolina Courage is based in Congresswoman Ross’ district. More than a year ago, the Courage’s head coach, Paul Riley, was fired following reports of abuse endured by players on the team.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:24:37Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/10/congresswoman-ross-leads-nc-members-calling-doj-investigation-police-search,Congresswoman Ross Leads NC Members in Calling for DOJ Investigation Into Police Search of Shaw University Students and Staff,2022-10-28,2022,2022-10,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) led members of the North Carolina delegation in urging the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to conduct a thorough review of the search of eighteen Shaw University students that took place in Spartanburg, South Carolina earlier this month. The letter also calls for a pattern-of-practice investigation of the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office, which has received multiple allegations of racial bias in recent years. Congresswoman Ross represents Shaw University in Congress. “Shaw University, an HBCU in Raleigh, North Carolina, had chartered a bus to drive these students to the Center for Financial Advancement Conference in Atlanta. On October 5th, their bus was pulled over for a minor traffic violation in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. At this point, multiple deputies and drug-sniffing dogs searched the belongings of the students and staff in the vehicle. No illicit materials were found, and the students were left unnerved, confused, and humiliated. We are deeply troubled by this unfounded search of Shaw students,” the Members wrote. The Members continued, “To that end, we reiterate support for a DOJ investigation into this incident and any systemic patterns of misconduct by the Spartanburg County Sheriff’s Office… We believe transparency and accountability are necessary for ensuring justice for the Shaw students directly involved in the incident, as well as the larger Shaw and Raleigh communities.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressional-tri-caucus-hbcu-caucus-leaders-announce-endorsement,Congressional Tri-Caucus & HBCU Caucus Leaders Announce Endorsement of Landmark IGNITE Legislation,2022-10-27,2022,2022-10,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), founder and co-chair of the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus, along with Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chair Rep. Raul Ruiz (CA-36), Congressional Black Caucus Chair Rep. Joyce Beatty (OH-03), Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus Chair Rep. Judy Chu (CA-27), and HBCU Caucus co-chair Rep. French Hill (AR-02) announced the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, Congressional Black Caucus, and the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus have officially endorsed H.R. 8803, the IGNITE HBCU, TCU, and MSI Excellence Act. A predecessor to the bill, H.R. 3294, is cosponsored by 218 members of the House of Representatives. This bill establishes a grant program to support infrastructure improvements of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), tribal colleges and universities (TCUs), and other minority-serving institutions (MSIs), including Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs). Beatty, Chu, and Ruiz released the following statement celebrating the endorsement: ""As leaders of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), and Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC), we are proud to announce the Congressional Tri-Caucus is endorsing the IGNITE HBCU, TCU, and MSI Excellence Act. The IGNITE bill is the most transformative legislation for Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs), Tribal Colleges & Universities (TCUs), Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs), and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs) in our lifetime. This legislation invests in our HBCU, TCU, and MSI facilities to give students state-of-the-art learning environments and enables these institutions to continue to be a critical source of diversity in the workforce for another century and beyond."" “We urge the consideration and passage of the IGNITE HBCU, TCU, and MSI Excellence Act prior to the conclusion of the 117th Congress,” the chairs concluded. The Congressional Tri-Caucus is composed of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), and Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC). Adams and Hill released the following statement celebrating the endorsement: ""Congress supports our Historically Black Colleges and Universities as well as our Minority Serving Institutions,"" said Representatives Adams and Hill, co-chairs of the HBCU Caucus. ""Republicans and Democrats; Senators and Members of Congress; all of them are coming together to show their support for the IGNITE HBCU, TCU, and MSI Excellence Act. HBCU and MSI supporters know that while our institutions face unique challenges due to decades of underfunding, these colleges and universities produce a high return on investment in higher education.. It is time for the IGNITE Act to receive a vote as either an amendment or a stand-alone bill, and we implore our Congressional leadership to give Democrats and Republicans alike a chance to show our strong support for HBCUs and MSIs."" Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. represents North Carolina's 12th Congressional District (Charlotte, Mecklenburg County). In 2015, she founded the first bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus in Congress. She is a double graduate of North Carolina A&T, the largest HBCU by enrollment in the United States, and serves on the House Committee on Education & Labor; the House Financial Services Committee; and the House Committee on Agriculture, which has jurisdiction over the 1890s HBCUs.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:34:28Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/10/congresswoman-ross-joins-secretary-vilsack-wh-infrastructure-coordinator-mitch,"Congresswoman Ross Joins Secretary Vilsack, WH Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu, Governor Cooper to Announce Funding for High-Speed Internet",2022-10-27,2022,2022-10,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) joined U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack, White House Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu, and North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper to announce new federal investments in affordable, high-speed internet in North Carolina. Supported by funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, USDA is providing $759 million to bring reliable broadband to rural communities across the country. North Carolina’s AccessOn Networks Inc. is receiving a $17.5 million grant to connect thousands of people, 100 businesses, 76 farms, and 22 educational facilities to internet in Halifax and Warren counties. “I was honored to welcome Secretary Vilsack and White House Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu to Wake County today for this exciting announcement,” said Congresswoman Ross. “From the mountains to the coast, every home, classroom, and small business needs high-speed internet. Now more than ever, access to broadband can mean the difference between getting ahead and falling behind in our fast-paced, digital economy. I am grateful for the leadership of partners like Governor Cooper, who is prioritizing broadband access across our state. I will keep fighting for transformational investments in our communities and our people like the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which provided the broadband funding we are celebrating today.” The $759 million in loans and grants comes from the third funding round of the ReConnect Program. As part of today’s announcement, North Carolina’s AccessOn Networks Inc. is receiving a $17.5 million grant. This project will serve socially vulnerable communities in Halifax and Warren counties as well as people in the Haliwa-Saponi Tribal Statistical Area.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/10/representatives-ross-ohalleran-introduce-legislation-support-women-law,"Representatives Ross, O’Halleran Introduce Legislation to Support Women in Law Enforcement",2022-10-25,2022,2022-10,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) and Congressman Tom O’Halleran (AZ-01) introduced the Supporting Women with Career Opportunities in Policing Services (COPS) Act to incentivize more women to join law enforcement by revising biased hiring practices and establishing standards for female officer retention and promotion. Currently, only 12% of the nation’s police officers are women, a number that has remained largely unchanged for more than 25 years. Women are often hindered by outdated hiring processes that focus on physical strength and force. Additionally, research shows that hiring more women could have a positive effect on police performance. “Police officers put their lives on the line every day to keep our communities safe, and it’s critical that we invest in their success,” said Congresswoman Ross. “Our law enforcement agencies are stronger when their officers reflect the people and the communities they serve. We need to give our local police departments the resources they need to recruit and retain the best and brightest talent, including women. Wake County is leading the nation with three outstanding female police chiefs, and the Supporting Women COPS Act is an important step forward to building on this progress across all levels of law enforcement. I look forward to working with Congressman O’Halleran to advance this important legislation.” “As a former law enforcement officer, I saw firsthand the barriers to success my women colleagues faced as they sought to protect and serve their communities,” said Congressman O’Halleran. “These brave, hardworking officers deserve fair hiring processes, pay, and treatment as they strive to keep families safe and better represent the Americans they serve. That’s why I’m proud to join Congresswoman Ross to introduce this commonsense legislation that supports women in law enforcement, incentivizes hiring, and updates out-of-date practices that create barriers for women officers.” “As we continue to navigate the challenges of recruitment and retention in law enforcement, we must be deliberate in creating an inclusive environment for those interested in the field, as well as those currently serving,” said Raleigh Police Chief Estella Patterson. “This piece of legislation speaks to both scenarios and enhances the vital role women play at all levels in law enforcement. It will serve as a strong recruitment tool in educating and encouraging women who may feel they cannot perform or excel in this field. I look forward to the positive impacts the Supporting Women COPS Act will have within our organizations and the services we provide to the community.” “The Supporting Women COPS Act will be pivotal for the law enforcement profession,” said Kym Craven, Executive Director of the National Association of Women Law Enforcement Executives (NAWLEE). “This historic bill will help advance the role of women in law enforcement in a way that is unprecedented. Women are underrepresented in law enforcement and this needs to change. Research shows the importance and impact of women in law enforcement. They use less force and less excessive force; are named in fewer complaints and lawsuits; are perceived by communities as being more honest and compassionate; achieve better outcomes for crime victims, especially in sexual assault cases; and make fewer discretionary arrests, especially of non-white residents. NAWLEE is pleased to support the bill and welcomes the change that will result.” The Supporting Women COPS Act: Establishes a task force on women in law enforcement. Requires this task force to release a report with recommendations on hiring standards for law enforcement officers that do not disadvantage applicants based on sex, for female officer retention, and for female advancement to leadership roles in law enforcement. Incentivizes states to adopt these recommendations by offering them an increase in their normal Byrne JAG totals by 5% per year. Authorizes $40 million per year to pay for these incentives and authorizes DOJ to provide technical assistance to states looking to adopt the task force’s recommendations.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:34:28Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/10/representatives-ross-price-lead-push-improved-mail-delivery-research-triangle,"Representatives Ross, Price Lead Push for Improved Mail Delivery in Research Triangle Park",2022-10-18,2022,2022-10,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"On behalf of Representatives Deborah Ross (NC-02) and David Price (NC-04), the U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Reform sent a letter to U.S. Postal Service (USPS) Postmaster General Louis DeJoy seeking information on the poor delivery service in North Carolina’s Research Triangle Park (RTP). The letter follows an initial request made by Representatives Ross and Price in August 2022. After decades of growth, RTP has become the largest research park in the United States, with 60,000 employees from 300 companies spread across 7,000 acres of land. Yet, despite its vast size and economic impact, RTP relies on a single U.S. Post Office that does not offer basic services, including delivery, to the RTP area. “North Carolinians depend on fast, reliable mail delivery—from getting important medications to exercising their right to vote,” said Congresswoman Ross. “As one of the fastest growing areas in the country and a major economic engine for the region, the Research Triangle Park needs speedy, efficient mail service to ensure we meet the needs of our businesses and constituents. I thank Congressman Price for working with me to ensure the post office on Alexander Drive has the resources it needs to keep up with growth in RTP, and I appreciate Chairman Connolly’s work elevating this issue. I look forward to the Postmaster General’s response.” “The Research Triangle Park is a key driver of economic growth in our region, but lacks the postal infrastructure needed to keep up with the demand,” said Congressman Price. “As the members representing this region, Congresswoman Ross and I will continue to work to solidify consistent mail service for our constituents in North Carolina, and applaud Chairman Gerry Connolly's attention to this issue.” “There are 400 companies in RTP that employ 60,000 North Carolina residents,” said Scott Levitan, President & CEO of the Research Triangle Foundation. “The Research Triangle Foundation of NC is building a $2B town center, HUB RTP, that will house over 2,500 new residents. RTP does not receive mail delivery and the condition of the RTP post office and service levels at the pick-up window provided by the USPS are untenable. We appreciate the efforts of the offices of Representatives Ross and Price to elevate these service issues to resolve.” In this letter, the Committee requested information about how the Postal Service plans to address the personnel shortages and lack of delivery services at RTP and whether it has explored locating additional post office buildings or resources throughout the region to ensure better service.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/10/congresswoman-ross-statement-mass-shooting-east-raleigh,Congresswoman Ross Statement on the Mass Shooting in East Raleigh,2022-10-14,2022,2022-10,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the following statement on the mass shooting in East Raleigh: “My heart is heavy today as we mourn the five lives tragically taken by gun violence, including an off-duty police officer. I am extraordinarily grateful for the swift response from our local and state law enforcement officers who put their own lives on the line to keep our community safe during this horrifying tragedy. “How many communities and families must experience this senseless bloodshed before we finally say enough is enough? Gun violence has plagued our schools, houses of worship, and other public spaces for far too long. I am devastated that Raleigh is next in the long line of American communities forever changed by a mass shooting. No American should be forced to endure this kind of unspeakable anguish and grief.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/10/congresswoman-ross-statement-january-6th-committees-vote-subpoena-former,Congresswoman Ross Statement on the January 6th Committee’s Vote to Subpoena Former President Donald J. Trump,2022-10-13,2022,2022-10,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the following statement after the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol’s hearing and vote to subpoena former President Donald J. Trump: “Today, my colleagues on the January 6th Committee continued to present the truth of what happened on one of the darkest days in our history. Throughout these hearings, the committee has presented definitive evidence of the former President’s direct involvement in the attack on the Capitol. For weeks, President Trump and his closest advisors did everything in their power to prevent the peaceful transfer of power – spreading baseless claims that the election was stolen, coordinating a plan to stay in office, pressuring election officials across the country, and ultimately fanning the flames of violence on January 6th.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/10/representatives-ross-carey-lead-bipartisan-letter-53-colleagues-designate,"Representatives Ross, Carey Lead Bipartisan Letter with 53 Colleagues to Designate November 10th as National Science Day",2022-10-12,2022,2022-10,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) and Congressman Mike Carey (OH-15), members of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, led 53 colleagues in a bipartisan letter urging President Biden to issue a proclamation designating November 10th, 2022, as National Science Day in the United States. Congresswoman Ross represents much of the Research Triangle Park, a nationally renowned science and innovation hub. “Next month, on November 10th, the United Nations will celebrate World Science Day for Peace and Development, highlighting ‘the significant role of science in society and the need to engage the wider public in debates on emerging scientific issues,’” the Members wrote. The Members continued, “Yet despite centuries of American scientific achievement and reliance on scientific research, the United States does not officially recognize a National Science Day…As you know, scientific research leads to knowledge, products, and processes that continually improve many sectors, including technology, economics, manufacturing, education, health care, transportation, defense, agriculture, animal welfare, commerce, and many more. “In order to properly recognize and celebrate American scientific achievement and inspire the next generation to continue this honorable and vital tradition, we urge you to issue a proclamation designating November 10, 2022 as National Science Day in the United States.” Last year, Congresswoman Ross introduced bipartisan legislation with Congressman Peter Meijer (MI-03) to designate November 10th as National Science Day.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/hbcu-caucus-co-chairs-adams-hill-urge-fbi-and-doj-help-protect-hbcus,HBCU Caucus Co-Chairs Adams & Hill Urge FBI and DOJ to Help Protect HBCUs from Recent Bomb Threats,2022-10-06,2022,2022-10,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON – Congressional Bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus co-chairs Congresswoman Alma Adams (D-N.C.) and Representative French Hill (R-Ark.) sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Christopher Wray. In their letter, the members urge the FBI and DOJ to provide additional information about the ongoing bomb threats against HBCUs, along with guidance outlining resources available for HBCUs to protect against these threats. HBCU Caucus co-chairs Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Tim Scott (R-S.C.) signed the letter as well. Read the full text of the letter here. The members wrote, “As you know, at least 57 bomb threats have been made to HBCUs across the country. Notably, Howard University has received eight bomb threats, including two recently within the same week. Bomb threats should not be a normal part of the campus experience. … As the co-chairs of the Congressional HBCU Caucus, we are concerned that the ongoing nature of these threats may and embolden others who wish to do these schools, and their students, harm. We look forward to continuing to work with you to ensure institutions receive timely and relevant communications to ensure school leaders and law-enforcement officials have all they need to keep safe as you work expeditiously to identify those responsible.” Background: Since January 2022, approximately one-third of all HBCUs in the United States experienced bomb threats. At least 57 bomb threats have been made to HBCUs in 2022, including to Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte, North Carolina. Reps. Adams and Hill, along with multiple Congressional stakeholders, introduced House Concurrent Resolution 70, which condemned the Bomb threats. H.Con.Res.70 is cosponsored by over 110 Democrats and Republicans in Congress. Additional Resources: U.S. House of Representatives: Pelosi, Beatty, Adams Release Joint Statement on Continued Bomb Threats Against Historically Black Colleges and Universities U.S. House of Representatives: Adams, Hill Introduce Resolution Addressing HBCU Threats The Hill: After Black History Month bomb threats, we must rebuild the sense of safety at HBCUs U.S. House of Representatives: Adams Delivers Floor Remarks on Resolution Condemning Bomb Threats CNN: Howard University receives 2 bomb threats in a week as some HBCU students say they feel forgotten after no arrests in previous threats The Hill: ‘This is terrorism’: Howard University forced to evacuate after two bomb threats within 48 hours",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/10/congresswoman-ross-statement-5th-circuit-court-ruling-daca,Congresswoman Ross Statement on the 5th Circuit Court Ruling on DACA,2022-10-06,2022,2022-10,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the following statement on the 5th Circuit Court’s ruling against the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program: “In ruling that DACA is unlawful, the 5th Circuit Court has put the future of so many young people in jeopardy. While yesterday’s decision temporarily maintains protections for more than 600,000 Dreamers who currently call the United States home, we cannot rely on our courts to protect this vital program. This decision only reinforces the urgency of the moment. The Senate must finally take up the American Dream and Promise Act. Dreamers are counting on us to act.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-announces-october-satellite-office-hours,Adams Announces October Satellite Office Hours,2022-10-04,2022,2022-10,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"HUNTERSVILLE (October 4, 2022) – Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), announced her office's satellite office hours for October. Adams' staff are available once a month in Cornelius, Davidson, and Pineville; and twice a month in Huntersville. Office hours had been suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic. Satellite office hours are in addition to daily office hours. The monthly office hours schedule is as follows: Cornelius Town Hall: First Thursday (October 6), 3 PM - 5 PM Davidson Town Hall: First Thursday (October 6), 12 PM - 2 PM Huntersville Town Hall: First & Third Tuesday (October 4 & 18), 9 AM - 12 PM Pineville Town Hall: First Wednesday (October 5), 9 AM - 12 PM “While votes, speeches and legislation are the most visible aspects of congressional work, some of the most important work our office does is at the district level here in Charlotte and Mecklenburg County,” said Congresswoman Adams. “Our exceptional 12th Congressional District team is always on hand to help our constituents navigate issues with federal agencies, and I'm happy to announce that they are returning to the field as we continue to adjust to living with the COVID-19 pandemic as a daily reality.” Constituents who attend office hours are asked to wear an N95 mask to ensure the safety of themselves and others. Constituents seeking assistance in Charlotte or outside of satellite office hours are advised to call the Charlotte District Office at (704) 344-9950 between the hours of 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Until January 3, 2023, Adams represents the 12th Congressional District as it was drawn for the November 2020 election, including most of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County; the towns of Cornelius, Davidson, Huntersville, and Mint Hill; and portions of Pineville and Matthews. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:20:33Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/9/congresswoman-ross-votes-disaster-relief-funding-communities-impacted,Congresswoman Ross Votes for Disaster Relief Funding for Communities Impacted by Hurricane Ian,2022-09-30,2022,2022-09,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) voted to pass the Continuing Resolution to fund the government, which includes $18 billion for the FEMA Disaster Relief Fund (DRF). This funding will provide swift aid to communities across the nation that have been impacted by Hurricane Ian and other natural disasters. This funding would become available to North Carolina if President Biden issues a Major Disaster Declaration for the state. “As Hurricane Ian moves through the United States and affects millions of people in North Carolina and across the country, it’s critical that we give our first responders and local officials the resources they need to respond quickly,” said Congresswoman Ross. “People are relying on their government for help. In the days ahead as we assess the extent of the damage, I am praying for all communities impacted by Hurricane Ian and hoping these funds will help bring a swift recovery.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/9/congresswoman-ross-releases-new-report-job-growth-and-lower-costs-wake-county,Congresswoman Ross Releases New Report on Job Growth and Lower Costs in Wake County,2022-09-29,2022,2022-09,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released a new report that shows historic economic growth and lowered costs for residents of North Carolina’s Second Congressional District thanks to a number of laws that she helped pass, including the Inflation Reduction Act, CHIPS and Science Act, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and American Rescue Plan. “Since coming to Congress, I’ve fought for policies that will improve the lives of people in Wake County,” said Congresswoman Ross. “In just two years, we have enacted new laws that have helped North Carolinians recover from the pandemic, rebuild, and thrive. These bills reach people from every walk of life – from seniors struggling to afford health care to small business owners trying to keep their doors open. I’m proud of everything that we have accomplished and will keep fighting for legislation that invests in the well-being and success of our people.” The new report from the Joint Economic Committee shows: 27,900 jobs and 1,700 manufacturing jobs have been created in NC-02 since President Biden came into office. In 2021, 40,000 workers in NC-02 were employed in clean energy and emerging sectors of the economy, and an additional 49,000 worked in occupations that will be increasingly in demand as the United States transitions to cleaner, more secure energy. 16,300 applications to start a new business were filed in NC-02 in 2021, up from an average of 8,800 per year pre-pandemic. 61,000 people in NC-02 will maintain access to affordable health care coverage.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/9/representatives-ross-carter-introduce-improving-access-safe-medicines-act,"Representatives Ross, Carter Introduce the Improving Access to Safe Medicines Act",2022-09-21,2022,2022-09,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. —Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) and Congressman Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (GA-01) introduced bipartisan legislation that will increase patients’ access to pharmaceuticals by cutting unnecessary bureaucracy within the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). The Improving Access to Safe Medicines Act will ensure that the DEA makes timely decisions on whether to de-schedule drugs recommended by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), thereby making them available to patients with fewer restrictions. By requiring that the DEA make this determination within 180 days, this bill will reduce a barrier to care that artificially drives up costs and delays patients’ access to necessary drugs. “We must ensure people have access to life-saving medications when they need them most,” said Congresswoman Ross. “Our bill will remove unnecessary hurdles that have prevented patients from accessing and doctors from prescribing safe treatments. The Improving Access to Safe Medicines Act will streamline the process for de-scheduling drugs that have been deemed safe by the Secretary of Health and Human Services, and I’m proud to work with Congressman Carter on this important issue.” “There are patients with chronic illnesses who have been waiting more than a year for the DEA to determine whether or not their drug will be de-scheduled,” said Congressman Carter. “This is a classic example of federal bureaucracy infringing on a patient’s livelihood. Every day we wait, patients’ access to life-saving pharmaceuticals is delayed. As a pharmacist, I understand how valuable time is in a person’s health care journey, which is why I’m glad to introduce this bill alongside Rep. Ross and eliminate this unnecessary barrier to health care access.” Read more in Politico Pulse. Read the full text of the bill here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/9/icymi-congresswoman-ross-legislation-help-child-sex-abuse-victims-seek-justice,ICYMI: Congresswoman Ross Legislation to Help Child Sex Abuse Victims Seek Justice Signed Into Law,2022-09-20,2022,2022-09,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington D.C. — Last week, President Biden signed into law the Senate companion to Congresswoman Deborah Ross’ (NC-02) bipartisan legislation to ensure that survivors of child sexual abuse are able to seek justice in court without being barred by statutes of limitations. Congresswoman Ross introduced the legislation with Representatives Eric Swalwell (CA-15), Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14), and Maria Salazar (FL-27). She spoke in support of her legislation on the House floor. 86 percent of child sexual abuse goes unreported, and the average age of victims reporting child sex abuse is 52. The Eliminating Limits to Justice for Child Sex Abuse Victims Act will enable survivors who were victims of over a dozen federal child sex abuse offenses to seek civil damages in federal court regardless of the time it takes to process and disclose the abuse. “The trauma of childhood abuse can take decades to process, and too often, statutes of limitations prevent survivors from seeking the justice they deserve,” said Congresswoman Ross. “All survivors deserve to see their day in court — no matter how long it takes them to process the trauma they’ve experienced. I’m proud that our bipartisan legislation was signed into law and will ensure our most vulnerable can see justice served.” For victims who choose to report their abuse, “delayed disclosure,” or the tendency of survivors of child sex abuse to wait for years before disclosing abuse to others, is common. Historically, delayed disclosure has impacted survivors’ path to justice. Under current federal law, no statute of limitations (SOL) bars the prosecution of criminal offenses involving child sex abuse anytime while the child victim is alive or 10 years after the offense, whichever is later. However, statutes of limitations remain an obstacle for survivors under the federal civil remedy statute. While Congress in 2018 lengthened the SOL for federal civil child sex abuse claims until the victim reached age 28 or until 10 years from the discovery of the violation or injury, this SOL still does not reflect the current state of research on delayed disclosure. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-hinson-merkley-booker-and-grassley-introduce-national-stillbirth,"Adams, Hinson, Merkley, Booker, and Grassley Introduce National Stillbirth Prevention Day Resolution",2022-09-19,2022,2022-09,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. (September 19, 2022) – Today, Congresswomen Alma Adams (D-NC-12) and Ashley Hinson (R-IA-01) in the House and U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Chuck Grassley (R-IA) announced the introduction of a bipartisan resolution recognizing ""National Stillbirth Prevention Day"" today, September 19. The legislation was introduced in the United States House of Representatives and Senate today. Text of the resolution is available here. ""For too long, stillbirth has been a silent crisis, but 23,500 babies are stillborn every year. According to a recent study, nearly 1 in 4 stillbirths are potentially preventable, and the United States is trailing other countries in making progress,"" said Congresswoman Alma Adams, co-founder and co-chair of the Black Maternal Health Caucus. ""That is why I am proud to recognize September 19 as National Stillbirth Prevention Day with Congresswoman Hinson and Senators Booker, Grassley, and Merkley. All available data suggests we can make progress, so we hope increased attention to this issue will reverse this shocking trend of stillbirths and maternal mortality in the United States. I am thankful for all of the colleagues joining us as we raise awareness about stillbirth prevention efforts, promote research, and recognize the tens of thousands of American families who have endured a stillbirth tragedy. These babies – and their mamas – can't wait."" “My heart goes out to any woman or family who has endured the tragedy of a stillbirth. The stillbirth rate in the United States is unacceptably high, especially for low-income and rural moms, and we must do more to help them have healthy pregnancies. Designating today as National Stillbirth Prevention Day is an important bipartisan action to prevent stillbirths and support expecting moms through their pregnancy, regardless of their income level or where they live,” said Congresswoman Ashley Hinson. “Stillbirth is an emotionally devastating tragedy for far too many Americans, and upends the lives of individuals and families from all demographics across the United States, including increasing the risk of maternal mortality and morbidity,” said Senator Jeff Merkley. “Nearly 1 in 4 stillbirths could be preventable, and it is alarming that the rate of stillbirth is considerably higher in Black, American Indian, and Alaska Native women. This resolution recommits us to leveraging advances in modern medicine to ensure we are doing everything we can—especially for historically marginalized communities—to prevent individuals and families from experiencing the trauma of stillbirth.” “The stillbirth rate in the United States is unacceptably high, and it’s clear we must do more to protect mothers and children from this heartbreaking tragedy. In recognizing National Stillbirth Prevention Day, we’re calling on the Biden administration to leverage federal resources to reduce the stillbirth rate by improving data collection, supporting evidence-based prevention efforts and educating parents to improve understanding of stillbirth causes. I’ve previously led efforts to support at-risk pregnant women and families, including through the Maternal, Infant and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program, and I’ll continue working with my colleagues to help expectant families,” Senator Chuck Grassley said. “In the United States, thousands of families experience the heartbreaking pain of a baby being stillborn. This issue is exacerbated along racial lines, with stillbirth rates alarmingly higher for Black women and birthing people,” said Senator Cory Booker. “No family should bear this tragedy. That is why I am proud to join my colleagues on this resolution designating September 19 as National Stillbirth Prevention Day. The United States must use the tools at its disposal to reduce stillbirths and begin to address the maternal and child health disparities that affect our nation.” In addition to co-leads Adams and Hinson, original House cosponsors include Representatives Axne, Castor, Cohen, Fitzpatrick, Herrera Beutler, Miller-Meeks, Roybal-Allard, and Tonko. In addition to co-leads Merkley, Booker, and Grassley, original Senate co-sponsors include Senators Wyden, King, and Peters. Endorsing organizations include Healthy Birth Day, Start Healing Together, SUDC Foundation, Mommies Enduring Neonatal Death (MEND), Measure the Placenta, Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance, National Birth Equity Collaborative, March of Dimes, JustActions, NechamaComfort, Three Little Birds Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support, Society for Reproductive Investigation, Every Mother Counts, the Shane Foundation, MomsRising, Association of Maternal & Child Health Programs, Preeclampsia Foundation, HER Foundation, Kindred Beginnings, What to Expect Project, and Group B Strep International. Background In our nation, an alarming 23,500 babies are stillborn every year. This is greater than the number of babies that die during the first year of life and more than ten times the number of babies that die annually due to sudden infant death syndrome. According to a recent study, nearly 1 in 4 stillbirths are potentially preventable. Data comparing the United States to other countries informs that our nation can do more to prevent stillbirth. While the rate of stillbirth has declined since the 1940s due to improvements in maternity care, in recent years, the decline has slowed or halted. Stillbirths increase the risk of maternal mortality and morbidity and negatively impact parental mental health and family well-being. Like many of the health crises in our country, disparities exist, and Black women are over two times more likely than White women to have a stillbirth. Stillbirth rates are also high for American Indian or Alaska Native women, who are almost 1.5 times as likely to have a stillbirth compared to White women. Hispanic women also experience higher rates. Despite impacting families from all backgrounds and women with otherwise healthy pregnancies, stillbirth is more common for women who are 35 years or older, of lower socioeconomic status, for women who have multiple pregnancies, like twins or triplets, and women who have already experienced the loss of a pregnancy. In addition, stillbirth also occurs more commonly amongst women who smoke while pregnant or are diagnosed with certain medical conditions like hypertension, diabetes, or obesity. Due to social determinants of health, women from less advantaged backgrounds and who are marginalized, continue to experience a greater burden of stillbirth. And these disadvantages are further impacted by the social determinants of health. For example, women in maternity care deserts and rural areas have fewer healthcare providers. Nationwide, approximately 10% of births take place in counties with limited access to maternity care. According to The Lancet, in a 2016 study, the United States ranked number 48 out of 49 high-income countries in annual stillbirth rate reduction. Furthermore, in comparison with the same group of countries, the United States stillbirth rate per 1,000 births was higher than 24 other countries. Previous Efforts Earlier this year, Adams, Hinson, and Merkley introduced the Maternal and Child Health Stillbirth Prevention Act, which amends Title V, the Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant of the Social Security Act, to clarify that stillbirth prevention activities are an allowable use of funds. This clarification will support stillbirth prevention activities, thereby saving the lives of mothers and babies. Available data suggests that further reduction in the incidence of stillbirth is possible. The Maternal and Child Health Stillbirth Prevention Act will help reverse this shocking trend of stillbirths and maternal mortality in the United States.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-op-ed-desantis-and-abbotts-migrant-trips-published-boston-globe,Adams’ Op-Ed on DeSantis and Abbott’s Migrant Trips Published in Boston Globe,2022-09-19,2022,2022-09,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"BOSTON (September 19, 2022) – Today, the Boston Globe published an opinion piece by Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) on the parallels between the migrant trips from Florida and Texas, and the “Reverse Freedom Rides” sponsored by White Citizens’ Councils in 1962 to mock the American Civil Rights Movement. The piece can be read in its entirety here.An excerpt is below: Abbott and DeSantis are using the same tactics as segregationists and the White Citizens’ Councils, and they are making the same mistakes. By using human beings as political pawns, they are acknowledging their intolerance and putting it on display for all to see. Even the geography is similar. The Reverse Freedom Rides sent many families to Hyannis Port, Mass., near then President John Kennedy’s family compound, near the island of Martha’s Vineyard. The victims of DeSantis’ stunt could travel there by ferry. Black Americans were sent to the Kennedys home; migrants are being sent to Vice President Harris’s residence in Washington, D.C. What is different about this new experiment in political trafficking is that it was endorsed and paid for by the governments of Florida and Texas. The Citizens’ Councils tried but were unsuccessful in gaining funding from the Louisiana legislature for the Reverse Freedom Rides. Most organizations like the Citizens’ Councils no longer operate in daylight, so instead of white supremacy by proxy, these governors are engaging in white supremacy by state action.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/9/representatives-ross-swalwell-reschenthaler-salazar-legislation-help-child-sex,"Representatives Ross, Swalwell, Reschenthaler, Salazar Legislation to Help Child Sex Abuse Victims Seek Justice Passes House",2022-09-13,2022,2022-09,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington D.C.—Today, the House of Representatives passed the Senate version of Congresswoman Deborah Ross’ (NC-02) bipartisan legislation to ensure that survivors of child sexual abuse are able to seek justice in court without being barred by statutes of limitations. Congresswoman Ross introduced the legislation with Representatives Eric Swalwell (CA-15), Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14), and Maria Salazar (FL-27), and it now heads to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law. 86 percent of child sexual abuse goes unreported, and the average age of victims reporting child sex abuse is 52. The Eliminating Limits to Justice for Child Sex Abuse Victims Act will enable survivors who were victims of over a dozen federal child sex abuse offenses to seek civil damages in federal court regardless of the time it takes to process and disclose the abuse. “It often takes years – sometimes decades – to process the trauma of childhood sexual abuse, and statutes of limitations result in many individuals never seeing their day in court,” said Congresswoman Ross. “All survivors deserve access to justice - no matter how long it takes them to process the trauma they’ve experienced. Our bipartisan legislation will ensure our most vulnerable can seek the justice they deserve. I thank my colleagues for working with me to pass this important legislation, and I look forward to President Biden signing it into law soon.” ""We must not put an expiration date on justice,"" said Congressman Swalwell. ""While 86 percent of child sexual abuse goes unreported nationwide, the average survivor who chooses to report doesn’t come forward until the age of 52. The bipartisan Eliminating Limits to Justice for Child Sex Abuse Victims Act will help ensure survivors have their day in court no matter how long it takes to disclose the abuses they suffered.” “In many cases, it takes years for survivors to process the trauma of childhood sexual abuse,” said Congressman Reschenthaler. “The statute of limitations should not prevent survivors from seeking civil justice in federal court. I’m grateful to my colleagues in the House for passing this legislation to eliminate unnecessary barriers to justice and support survivors of child sex abuse and sex trafficking.” “Victims of child sexual abuse, exploitation, and sex trafficking have gone through unfathomable trauma. We must have zero tolerance for the perpetrators of these horrific crimes,” said Congresswoman Salazar. “I am proud that this vital legislation has been passed to ensure that the vile humans who take advantage of the most vulnerable do not get away unpunished.” For victims who choose to report their abuse, “delayed disclosure,” or the tendency of survivors of child sex abuse to wait for years before disclosing abuse to others, is common. Historically, delayed disclosure has impacted survivors’ path to justice. Under current federal law, no statute of limitations (SOL) bars the prosecution of criminal offenses involving child sex abuse anytime while the child victim is alive or 10 years after the offense, whichever is later. However, statutes of limitations remain an obstacle for survivors under the federal civil remedy statute. While Congress in 2018 lengthened the SOL for federal civil child sex abuse claims until the victim reached age 28 or until 10 years from the discovery of the violation or injury, this SOL still does not reflect the current state of research on delayed disclosure. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-adams-statement-passing-queen,Rep. Adams Statement on the Passing of the Queen,2022-09-08,2022,2022-09,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLOTTE (September 8, 2022) – Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement on the passing of Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II. “I am saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland,” said Congresswoman Adams. “While no statement could do her seven decade reign justice, I remain thankful for her opposition to the apartheid regime in South Africa, her commitment to democracy and the international community, and her work to maintain the special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom during her time as Sovereign. Under Elizabeth II, the Commonwealth of Nations became an organization that opposes all forms of discrimination in a departure from Great Britain’s colonial past. Like many Americans, including myself, she drew comfort and strength from her faith in God. “A strong belief in the power of democratic government and international collaboration to create progress and prosperity is one of the Queen’s most important legacies. For her, the fight to preserve freedom and democracy was personal, and born out of the fight against fascism and Nazism. The Queen survived the Blitz and was the first female member of the Royal Family to join the British armed forces on active duty. When she became the first British monarch to address a joint meeting of the United States Congress in 1991, the Queen said, ‘Our societies rest on mutual agreement, on contract and on consensus. A significant part of your social contract is written down in your Constitution. Ours rests on custom and will. The spirit behind both, however, is precisely the same. It is the spirit of democracy. These ideals are clear enough, but they must never be taken for granted. They have to be protected and nurtured through every change and fluctuation.’ “I will honor the Queen’s memory by never taking our democracy for granted, and by continuing to protect and nourish it. My prayers are with the Royal Family, the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth Nations, and everyone mourning the Queen across the world. God bless the King.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/advisory-adams-hosts-hunger-listening-session,Advisory: Adams Hosts Hunger Listening Session,2022-09-06,2022,2022-09,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLOTTE (September 6, 2022) - The Office of Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. will host a Listening Session on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health on Tuesday, September 27 at 1:00 PM. The event will be a hybrid event, virtually on Zoom and in person at the Carolina Farm Trust in Charlotte. Press and the public canregister for the Zoom here, or at adams.house.gov/Nutrition. “In September, the Biden-Harris Administration will host the first-ever White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health. In advance of the conference, I’ve convened local stakeholders to address hunger, nutrition, and health issues in North Carolina and across the region,” said Adams. “Food security is one of my top issues in Congress, so I want to share what I’m doing to address the hunger crisis and hear from our constituents about how this crisis is affecting them.” Congresswoman Adams will also give an update on the Adams Hunger Initiative, and her work on food security in Congress. The event is open to the public, but registration is required. Press interested in attending the event should RSVP by emailing Sam.Spencer@mail.house.gov. Who: Rep. Alma Adams & Stakeholders What: Listening Session on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health When: Tuesday, September 27 at 1:00 PM Where: Zoom; broadcasting live from Carolina Farm Trust, 511 S. Hoskins Road, Charlotte, NC 28208 Additional Questions? Please email Ms. Kim Ratliff at Kim.Ratliff@mail.house.gov or call the Charlotte District Office at 704.344.9950.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/video-adams-speaks-sarah-stevenson-tuesday-forum,Video: Adams Speaks at Sarah Stevenson Tuesday Forum,2022-09-06,2022,2022-09,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLOTTE (September 6, 2022) – This morning, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) spoke at the Sarah Stevenson Tuesday Forum, formerly known as the Tuesday Morning Breakfast Forum. The Congresswoman spoke to her accomplishments and priorities during the 117th Congress, and answered multiple questions from constituents and attendees. The forum was held at the Belmont Regional Center at 700 Parkwood Avenue in Charlotte, with attendees in person and online. Video from the forum is available on Facebook and on YouTube. Additional details about the forum are available here. Below are selected excerpts from the Congresswoman’s presentation: On Partisanship: “As a member of Congress, I can’t allow politics or partisanship to get in the way of passing transformative legislation or delivering excellent constituent service to every resident of the 12th district. Though it is hard to overcome the partisan divide, I continue to believe that the solutions to our country’s challenges don’t belong exclusively to any political party. That’s why I work with a Republican Congressman from Arkansas, Representative French Hill, who serves with me as co-chair of the Congressional Bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus. Along with French, we have Senator Tim Scott from South Carolina and Representative Mike Turner from Ohio in our leadership. Working together, we’ve signed up over half of Congress— including many Republicans— for my IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act, a transformative piece of legislation to fund the infrastructure needs at Historically Black Colleges and Universities across the country.” On Congress’ Accomplishments This Term: “Contrary to popular belief, we’re getting a lot done in Congress. Just this term, we’ve passed the American Rescue Plan Act, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, and the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. For those of you who don’t know, the Inflation Reduction Act is the greatest investment in fighting climate change ever. It’s going to cut our greenhouse gas emissions by 40 percent below 2005 levels by 2030. That means we’re going to meet goals that President Biden set out for us by the end of this decade. “The Inflation Reduction Act also invests in health care and brings costs down for American families. If you’re on Medicare, we’ve finally put a cap on the annual out-of-pocket expenses you’ll have to pay for prescription drugs- at a maximum of $2000 per year; and for Medicare recipients, we’ve capped insulin at $35 a month. In the wealthiest country on the planet, you shouldn’t have to choose between putting keep a roof over your head, or affording life-saving medication. Period.” On Housing: “As some of our affordable housing partners can attest, the ARP [American Rescue Plan] rescue funds couldn’t be used for most affordable housing projects. So I went to David Rouzer, a Republican who represents Eastern North Carolina, and we put together the LIFELINE Act to unlock over 8 billion dollars across the United States. The law gained a lot of support and cosponsors, and due to the bill and advocacy from housing stakeholders, the Treasury Department unlocked Billions of dollars to lower the cost of housing— money that’s going to be used to create tens of thousands of affordable housing units across the entire country. That’s a big deal, folks! “But it’s still not enough. Affordable housing is one of the biggest issues for Charlotte … I want you to know that as a member of the Financial Services Committee, I’m working on legislation to address the commercial landlord crisis in Charlotte. When families can’t compete with corporate buyers who can pay cash, they get priced out of the housing market, and their family loses the security and economic opportunity that comes from owning a home. And unless we do something, it’s only going to get worse.” On Higher Education: “I want to address the recent bomb threats at Howard University. Last week’s bomb threats towards Howard University are yet another unacceptable interruption of the academic life of our HBCU communities. Since January, scores of Historically Black Colleges and Universities have received threats, including schools in North Carolina. In February, JCSU [Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte] received a threat of violence. “Now, these acts of terror have entered a second academic year. Like all academic institutions, HBCUs are still recovering from the academic disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic - further unaddressed disruptions are a burden for our students, faculty, staff, and the entire HBCU community. Our HBCUs expect – and deserve – nothing less than urgency in bringing the perpetrators of these threats to justice. So over the past two weeks I’ve been on the phone with other members of Congress and members of the President’s cabinet, pressing to make addressing these threats a priority before it happens to Howard, JCSU, or any other HBCU again. “Finally, I must thank President Biden for not only forgiving $10 to $20 thousand dollars in student loan debt, but also for cancelling the debt of students who went to predatory institutions – many of them Black and Brown – who were cheated out of their education.” On the Dobbs Decision: “From reproductive care to LGBTQ rights to contraceptives, Congress has a responsibility to stop state governments from rolling back our rights. That’s why I voted for, and the House passed, legislation like the Right to Contraception Act. This legislation establishes a statutory right to obtain contraceptives and for health care providers to provide them. It protects Americans from state and local legislation that would deny people access to contraceptives. “It’s why I was a proud cosponsor of the Respect for Marriage Act, which is gaining bipartisan traction in the Senate. This bill would protect interracial marriage and same-sex marriage (still, over 100 of my colleagues on the other side of the aisle voted against protecting interracial marriages); and it’s why I supported the Ensuring Women’s Right to Reproductive Freedom Act, which would protect someone’s constitutional right to move freely between states to seek care, as well as the Women’s Health Protection Act, which would enshrine the protections first guaranteed by Roe v. Wade into law. “I care deeply about these issues, from my work as a state legislator to my leadership as the co-founder and co-chair of the Black maternal health caucus in Congress. Let me be clear: Our granddaughters shouldn’t have fewer rights than our daughters had, and our daughters shouldn’t have fewer rights than we had. That’s why I was willing to get arrested this summer, and why I’d stand up again for these rights.” Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. represents Charlotte and Mecklenburg County, North Carolina in Congress. She serves on the House Committee on Financial Services; as vice chair of the House Committee on Agriculture; and Workforce Protections subcommittee chair on the House Education & Labor Committee.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-sends-letter-opposing-buy-now-pay-later-gun-purchases,"Adams Sends Letter Opposing “Buy Now, Pay Later” Gun Purchases",2022-09-01,2022,2022-09,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 1, 2022) — Earlier this week, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) sent a letter to Credova CEO Dusty Wunderlich requesting information regarding the use of Credova’s “Buy Now, Pay Later” (BNPL) services to finance online purchases for guns, ammunition, and firearm accessories. BNPL allows consumers to purchase and immediately take possession of an item after agreeing to pay the purchase price over a fixed period of time, and Credova has aggressively advertised this payment option for the purchase of guns in the United States. U.S. Representatives Stephen F. Lynch (MA-08), Carolyn B. Maloney (NY-12), Al Green (TX-09), and John Larson (CT-01) cosigned the letter. You can read the letter here. “This year, Congress honored tens of thousands of victims of gun violence with action by enacting common sense legislation to make our communities safer from the threat of gun violence,” said Rep. Adams. “However, my colleagues and I are concerned about the rapidly-growing online gun market, including point-of-sale installment loans and ‘buy now, pay later’ financing. We want to make sure these novel ways of financing the purchase of firearms comply with the law, and we want to be certain these practices aren’t contributing to the national gun crisis. We owe victims and survivors of gun violence our vigilance.” As underscored in a June 2022 New York Times report, Credova has actively sought to partner with gun merchants to market BNPL financing for gun sales. The company currently partners with more than 60 online gun and hunting supply retailers, has initiated a sweepstakes in partnership with the U.S. Concealed Carry Association, and has fundraised on behalf of the lobbying arm of the National Rifle Association. During a hearing held on November 2, 2021, by the Task Force on Financial Technology, several witnesses identified a number of consumer protection and public safety risks associated with BNPL. The letter requests that Credova Financial, LLC respond with information on the use of its BNPL services in gun sales by September 26, 2022. Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. represents Charlotte and Mecklenburg County, North Carolina in Congress. She serves on the House Committee on Financial Services; as vice chair of the House Committee on Agriculture; and Workforce Protections subcommittee chair on the House Education & Labor Committee.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T03:08:33Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-introduces-resolution-honoring-132nd-anniversary-1890s-land-grant,Adams Introduces Resolution Honoring the 132nd Anniversary of 1890s Land Grant Universities,2022-08-30,2022,2022-08,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, DC (August 30, 2022) – Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) introduced a resolution ""expressing the sense of Congress that August 30, 2022, be observed as the 132nd anniversary of the 1890 Institutions."" The 1890s are 19 Historically Black land-grant Universities that were established by the Second Morrill Act of 1890. A copy of the resolution is available here. “1890s Land Grant Universities, like all Historically Black Colleges and Universities, have opened doors of opportunity for millions of students over the past 132 years,” said Congresswoman Adams, founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus. “Especially as many of our institutions have faced threats this year, it’s important to remember these institutions are more than universities: they're the cornerstones of communities both urban and rural. This success has come even though 1890s haven’t benefitted from the same resources as other land-grant universities.” “However, our advocacy for the 1890 Institutions as well as HBCUs in general is making a difference. As the vice chair of the House Agriculture Committee, I work to make sure we continue to include 1890 researchers and students in the important work of the Committee. The recently passed Inflation Reduction Act includes language that helps 1890s partner with socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers. Furthermore, the United States Department of Agriculture announced its Next Gen Initiative to create new pathways for 1890 students to become leaders in the USDA,” Adams continued. “As a proud 1890s graduate, I am honored to introduce this resolution celebrating the 132nd anniversary of our dear universities, and celebrate their great work: past, present, and future,” Adams concluded. The resolution is cosponsored by Bipartisan Congressional HBCU Caucus Vice Chairs Terri A. Sewell (AL-07) and Michael Turner (OH-10), as well as Representatives Sanford Bishop (GA-02), Cheri Bustos (IL-17), Ro Khanna (CA-17), Al Lawson (FL-05 ), Barbara Lee (CA-13), Mark Pocan (WI-02), David Scott (GA-13), and David Trone (MD-06). The resolution is also endorsed by the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU) and the 1890s Universities Foundation. Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. represents North Carolina’s 12th Congressional District (Charlotte, Mecklenburg Country) and serves as Vice Chair of the House Committee on Agriculture, the committee of jurisdiction for the Morrill Acts. Additionally, she serves on the House Financial Services Committee and the House Education & Labor Committee, where she serves as Chair of the Workforce Protections Subcommittee. In 2015, Rep. Adams co-founded the first Bipartisan HBCU Caucus in Congress. She is a graduate of North Carolina A&T State University, one of the 1890s institutions.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-releases-statement-howard-university-bomb-threats,Adams Releases Statement on Howard University Bomb Threats,2022-08-30,2022,2022-08,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (August 29, 2022) – In the wake of another round of bomb threats against Howard University, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), founder and co-chair of the Congressional Bipartisan Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCU) Caucus, released the following statement: “Last week’s bomb threats towards Howard University are yet another unacceptable interruption of the academic life of our HBCU communities. Since January, scores of Historically Black Colleges and Universities have received threats. Now, these acts of terror have entered a second academic year. Like all academic institutions, HBCUs are still recovering from the academic disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic - further unaddressed disruptions are a burden for our students, faculty, staff, and the entire Howard University community. Our HBCUs expect – and deserve – nothing less than urgency in bringing the perpetrators of these threats to justice.” Background Last week, Howard University received two bomb threats within a 48-hour period. These are the first known threats against HBCUs this academic year. Earlier this calendar year, approximately one-third of all HBCUs in the United States experienced bomb threats. Rep. Adams, along with multiple Congressional stakeholders, introduced House Concurrent Resolution 70, which condemned the Bomb threats. H.Con.Res.70 was co-led by Rep. French Hill (R-AR-02) in the House and cosponsored by over 110 Democrats and Republicans in Congress. Additional Information U.S. House of Representatives: Pelosi, Beatty, Adams Release Joint Statement on Continued Bomb Threats Against Historically Black Colleges and Universities U.S. House of Representatives: Adams, Hill Introduce Resolution Addressing HBCU Threats The Hill: After Black History Month bomb threats, we must rebuild the sense of safety at HBCUs U.S. House of Representatives: Adams Delivers Floor Remarks on Resolution Condemning Bomb Threats CNN: Howard University receives 2 bomb threats in a week as some HBCU students say they feel forgotten after no arrests in previous threats The Hill: ‘This is terrorism’: Howard University forced to evacuate after two bomb threats within 48 hours",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-statement-president-bidens-student-loan-debt-relief-plan,Adams Statement on President Biden’s Student Loan Debt Relief Plan,2022-08-24,2022,2022-08,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLOTTE (August 24, 2022) – Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), one of the leaders in Congress of the movement to cancel student loan debt, released the following statement about President Biden’s plan to excuse up to $20,000 of student loan debt per borrower: “I am overjoyed millions of students and borrowers can breathe a little easier today,” said Congresswoman Adams. “As a college professor for forty years, I know how hard students and families struggle to pay for higher education. So we must remember the purpose of education is to open doors, not close them. Student debt relief will unlock opportunities across generations and across our workforce, allowing borrowers the chance to open small businesses, grow their families, and afford housing. “As one of the congressional leaders of the movement to cancel student debt, I know today's announcement must be a first step, not the last step. The Administration must continue to use every means possible to lift the burden of student debt off of the backs of American families. However, even before today’s relief announcement, the Biden Administration has done more than any President in history to cancel student loan debt, especially from predatory institutions and lenders. I look forward to continuing to work with President Biden and Secretary Cardona to provide continued relief to American families. As long as the debt is too damn high, we still have work to do in Congress.” Background Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. represents North Carolina's 12th Congressional District (Charlotte, Mecklenburg County). She serves on the House Committee on Education and Labor, the House Agriculture Committee, and the House Financial Services Committee in the 117th Congress. Before being elected to Congress, she served as a professor at Bennett College in Greensboro for four decades. She is the founder and co-chair of the Congressional Bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus in Congress. In the 117th Congress and in previous terms, Congresswoman Adams has been a vocal advocate for student debt relief and reform. In 2020, Adams was one of the lead sponsors introducing a resolution calling on President-elect Biden to cancel student loan debt. In February of 2021 and many times after, Adams, Senate Majority Chuck Leader Schumer, and others called on President Biden to cancel $50,000 in student loan debt. ""These loans are holding American families back from buying houses, cars and opening small businesses,"" Adams said. ""Student loan debt prevents young families from building and creating wealth that they can pass down to their children and grandchildren. It's up to us to rebuild the bridge to the middle class for millions of Americans. Let's start by canceling the debt."" In April, Adams introduced the Clean Slate Series for Student Debt Relief with her colleagues. In July, Adams introduced legislation to build on the overhaul and improvements of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. In addition to steps the Biden-Harris Administration has already taken to provide over $32 Billion in loan relief to 1.6 million borrowers, the Biden-Harris Administration announced today it will: Provide up to $20,000 in debt cancellation to Pell Grant recipients and up to $10,000 in debt cancellation to non-Pell Grant recipients. Borrowers who earn less than $125,000 per year or households earning less than $250,000 are eligible for debt cancellation. Extend the federal student loan pause a final time through December 31, 2022 to provide borrowers a smooth transition back to repayment. Make the student loan system more manageable for current and future borrowers by cutting monthly payments in half for undergraduate loans and holding schools accountable when they hike up prices. These actions will help borrowers who need it most – with 90% of relief dollars going to borrowers earning less than $75,000 per year. Even before applying the additional $10,000 for recipients of Pell grants, the typical Black borrower will see their balance cut nearly in half, and more than one in four Black borrowers will see their balance forgiven altogether. Currently about one in four Black Americans have negative net worth—meaning their total debt exceeds their total assets. The first $10,000 of debt relief would move over half a million Black Americans from negative to positive net worth. Among Hispanic borrowers, the first $10,000 of relief would reduce their balances by 52 percent and 1 in 3 Hispanic borrowers will see their balances entirely forgiven.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-statement-fauci-retirement,Adams Statement on Fauci Retirement,2022-08-22,2022,2022-08,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLOTTE (August 22, 2022) – Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released a statement on the retirement of Dr. Anthony Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) and the Chief Medical Advisor to the President: “I want to personally thank Dr. Anthony Fauci for his exemplary service to our country over the past 54 years,” said Congresswoman Adams. “From the global HIV/AIDS pandemic to the battle against COVID-19, Dr. Fauci has made countless contributions to public health, and his work has undoubtedly saved lives. Since taking the helm at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases almost 40 years ago, he has been a steadfast scientist, even in the face of intense and unfair criticism. As his lifesaving work was politicized during the discovery and outbreak of the novel coronavirus crisis, he focused on his mission: the health and well-being of the American people. “Anthony Fauci demonstrated his personal and scientific integrity under both Republican and Democratic administrations, and the United States is better for it.” This morning, Fauci announced he intends to step down from government service in December. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/advisory-adams-hosts-military-service-academy-day-sept-24,Advisory: Adams Hosts Military Service Academy Day on Sept. 24,2022-08-20,2022,2022-08,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLOTTE (August 20, 2022) - The Office of Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. will host a 12th Congressional District Military Service Academy Day on Saturday, September 24th at 9:45 AM at the Hawthorne Academy of Health Sciences. “Education is at the core of my mission in Congress, and that includes our historic and esteemed Military Service Academies that serve both students and the branches of our Armed Forces,” said Adams. “It is the responsibility of Members of Congress to nominate exceptional candidates for these institutions, and I take this solemn duty seriously. I invite all students interested in serving our country and furthering their education to join us.” 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 Military Service Academy admissions staff as well as Congresswoman Adams. Registration is required. Frequently Asked Questions about Military Service Academy Nominations are answered here. EVENT DETAILS: Who: Rep. Alma Adams & Service Academy Representatives What: 12th Congressional District Military Service Academy Day When: Saturday, September 24th at 9:45 AM Where: Hawthorne Academy of Health Sciences, 1411 Hawthorne Ln, Charlotte, NC 28205 How: REGISTER TO ATTEND HERE Additional Questions? Please email Mr. Julian Holland at Julian.Holland@mail.house.gov or call the Charlotte District Office at 704.344.9950.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/8/congresswoman-ross-secures-historic-support-north-carolinas-clean-energy,Congresswoman Ross Secures Historic Support for North Carolina’s Clean Energy Economy and Affordable Health Care,2022-08-19,2022,2022-08,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. —Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) voted to pass the Inflation Reduction Act, a transformative piece of legislation that will lower energy and health care costs for North Carolinians, combat climate change, reduce the deficit, and ensure corporations pay their fair share. This legislation also includes Congresswoman Ross’ provision that will overturn the previous administration’s 10-year moratorium on offshore wind leasing off the coasts of North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. The legislation now goes to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law. “Today, Democrats are delivering for the American people,” said Congresswoman Ross. “North Carolinians are all too familiar with the burden of rising prices and the devastating effects of the climate crisis. At a time when it is needed most, the Inflation Reduction Act will jumpstart clean energy development in our state and across the country, combat climate change, and lower health care costs. “I’m especially proud that this package includes a measure I have championed since I first came to Congress to lift the moratorium on offshore wind development in the Southeast, enabling new offshore wind energy projects to move forward that will power homes and create new jobs across North Carolina. This historic legislation puts our state and our nation on a path to a better and brighter future for all.” The Inflation Reduction Act includes the following climate, health care, and tax provisions to support North Carolinians: Health Care Through this legislation, more than 116,000 North Carolinians on Medicare will have insulin copays capped at $35 per month. More than 625,000 North Carolinians will save on monthly health insurance premiums. Lowers Premiums in ACA Marketplaces for 13 Million Americans: Extends enhanced ACA subsidies for three years, through 2025. Without these provisions, these enhanced ACA subsidies would expire in January, causing increases in the premiums Americans would pay who are in the ACA marketplace and leading roughly 3 million Americans to lose their health coverage. Caps Insulin Costs at $35 A Month for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities on Medicare: Caps Medicare beneficiaries’ insulin costs at $35 a month. Empowers Medicare to Negotiate Drug Prices: For the first time, empowers Medicare to negotiate prices for the highest cost single-source drugs in Medicare. The provisions save more than $100 billion over 10 years. Climate The Inflation Reduction Act includes $370 billion to address climate change – the largest investment in U.S. history. Makes Homes Energy Efficient: Provides 10 years of consumer tax credits to make homes energy efficient and run on clean energy, making heat pumps, rooftop solar, electric HVAC, and water heaters more affordable. Makes Affordable Housing More Energy Efficient: Creates a $1 billion grant program to make affordable housing more energy efficient. Makes Clean Vehicles More Accessible: Provides a $4,000 consumer tax credit for lower/middle income individuals to buy used clean vehicles, and up to $7,000 tax credit to buy new clean vehicles. Reduces Greenhouse Gasses: Provides $27 billion for nonprofit, state, and local climate finance institutions that support the rapid deployment of low- and zero- emission technologies to help communities reduce and avoid pollution, especially in disadvantaged communities. Provides Tax Credits for Clean Sources of Electricity and Energy Storage: Provides tax credits for clean sources of electricity and energy storage and roughly $30 billion in targeted grant and loan programs for states and electric utilities to accelerate the transition to clean electricity. Provides Tax Credits and Grants for Clean Fuels and Clean Commercial Vehicles: Provides tax credits and grants for clean fuels and clean commercial vehicles to reduce emissions from all parts of the transportation sector. Tax The Inflation Reduction Act is fully paid for and will reduce the deficit by $300 billion. Ensures the wealthiest pay their fair share: Strengthens IRS enforcement against the wealthiest individuals and corporations, closes tax loopholes exploited by the wealthiest few, and implements a 15% corporate minimum tax – which applies only to the 150 corporations making over $1 billion in profits that pay less than 15% in taxes. Tax Fairness: Does not increase taxes for families making $400,000 or less and does not increase taxes for small businesses. The Inflation Reduction Act also includes Congresswoman Ross’ provision to repeal the 10-year offshore wind leasing moratorium off the coasts of North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. Since coming to Congress, Congresswoman Ross has led her colleagues in calling for the repeal of the 10-year offshore wind leasing moratorium. In April 2021, she introduced the Restoring Offshore Wind Opportunities Act with Congressman Paul Tonko (NY-20), which would overturn the moratorium. Most recently, her bipartisan amendment to repeal the moratorium passed the House of Representatives as part of the National Defense Authorization Act.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-statement-reinstatement-north-carolinas-20-week-abortion-ban,Adams Statement on Reinstatement of North Carolina’s 20-Week Abortion Ban,2022-08-18,2022,2022-08,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLOTTE (August 18, 2022) – Yesterday,U.S. District Judge William Osteen reinstated an unenforced 1973 state law that established a 20-week abortion ban in North Carolina. The ruling comes in the wake of the Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization; Osteen originally enjoined the 20-week ban in 2019. T oday, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) issued the following statement on the ruling: “North Carolina women deserve equal rights and equitable treatment, including the right to bodily autonomy and the right to make personal, private health care decisions. Women who are experiencing medical issues in pregnancy should not have to wait until they become a life-threatening emergency to receive care,” said Congresswoman Adams. “In Congress, I proudly supported and voted for legislation like the Women’s Health Protection Act which aims to codify reproductive freedom in federal law. I will continue to work to protect abortion providers and support patients and organizers, so no one in North Carolina or across the country is denied health care.” Adams will hold a discussion on reproductive rights and women’s health later this month on August 24. Details here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/8/congresswoman-ross-statement-judge-reinstating-north-carolinas-20-week,Congresswoman Ross Statement on a Judge Reinstating North Carolina’s 20-Week Abortion Ban,2022-08-18,2022,2022-08,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Raleigh, N.C. —Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the following statement after a federal judge reinstated North Carolina’s 20-week abortion ban: “This is a sad day for women in North Carolina and women across the South who have traveled to our state to receive health care in the wake of the Dobbs decision. Women should be able to make their own decisions about their own reproductive health, and this abortion ban puts women’s health and lives in jeopardy. While many of us saw this day coming after the Dobbs decision, it does not change our determination or resolve to protect reproductive freedom. I am confident women in our state will make their voices heard in November.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/updated-advisory-adams-hosts-womens-health-and-reproductive-rights-town,Updated Advisory: Adams Hosts Women’s Health and Reproductive Rights Town Hall,2022-08-15,2022,2022-08,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLOTTE (August 8, 2022) – On Wednesday, August 24 from 12:00 Noon until 1:30 PM EDT, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) will host a Women’s Health and Reproductive Rights Town Hall virtually on Zoom. The previously announced in-person component has been cancelled due to Congresswoman Adams’ recent COVID-19 diagnosis, but the event will continue in full on Zoom. The Women’s Health and Reproductive Town Hall hosted by the Office of Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. will explain recent decisions by the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) and issues raised by the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision, including the legal, medical, and practical landscape for abortion care in Charlotte, North Carolina, and across the country. Event registration is available at https://adams.house.gov/womenshealth. Who: Rep. Adams, Panelists, Constituents What: Women’s Health and Reproductive Rights Town Hall Where: Zoom (Registration Here) When: 12:00 Noon, Wednesday August 24",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-tests-positive-covid-19,Adams Tests Positive for COVID-19,2022-08-14,2022,2022-08,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLOTTE (August 14, 2022) – Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after testing positive for COVID-19: “This morning I tested positive for COVID-19 and am experiencing mild symptoms. I quarantined immediately following the diagnosis. I have received four doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, so I am thankful for the protection that the vaccine provides. I am following the advice of my doctor and resting to ensure a strong recovery. Thank you to all of my colleagues, friends and family for their love and support at this time.” Adams represents Charlotte and Mecklenburg Country, North Carolina in the United States House of Representatives. She is currently serving her fourth full term as a Member of Congress. Due to the yearly August district work period, the House and the Senate are not expected to convene for votes again until September.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-celebrates-passage-inflation-reduction-act-2022,Adams Celebrates Passage of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022,2022-08-13,2022,2022-08,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) voted for final passage of H.R. 5376, the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. This historic package lowers the cost of health care, cuts prescription drug costs, shrinks the deficit, and makes the country's largest-ever investment in fighting man-made climate change. “The Inflation Reduction Act will help ensure a healthier, sustainable, equitable future our neighbors in North Carolina and across the country,” said Rep. Adams. “I am proud House and Senate Democrats came together to pass legislation to reduce inflation; lower health care, prescription drug, and energy costs; ensure that the largest corporations pay their fair share of taxes; make the largest investment to combat climate change in American history; and reduce the deficit. “I applaud the Biden Harris Administration for their leadership, and look forward to President Biden signing the Inflation Reduction Act into law. However, there is still work to be done. In an earlier draft of the reconciliation package, we secured $3 billion for Historically Black Colleges and Universities. That funding was not in the legislation passed today, making it even more urgent we pass the IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act.” The Inflation Reduction Act will lower the cost of healthcare, slash the price of prescription drugs, make the country's single-largest investment in combating climate change, and dramatically reduce the deficit. The bill: Lowers the cost of health carefor millions by extending ACA enhanced subsidies for three more years, locking in lower health care premiums that save 13 million people an average of $800 a year and lowering drug prices. Slashes prescription drug costs by empowering Medicare to negotiate the price of prescription drugs; requires drug companies to pay Medicare rebates if they raise prices faster than the rate of inflation starting in October 2022; and creates a new out-of-pocket cap for Part D drug costs for Medicare beneficiaries of $2,000 a year, starting in 2025. Lowers the deficit and reduces inflation by making a historic down payment on deficit reduction of approximately $300 billion to fight inflation. Fights climate change by investing in tax credits and incentives to subsidize the cost of clean energy and energy-efficient improvements, further creating green jobs. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/8/congresswoman-ross-legislation-bolster-cybersecurity-research-and-stem,"Congresswoman Ross Legislation to Bolster Cybersecurity, Research, and STEM Workforce in North Carolina Signed into Law",2022-08-09,2022,2022-08,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. —Today, President Joe Biden signed into law the CHIPS and Science Act, which included five of Congresswoman Deborah Ross’ (NC-02) bills and amendments that will invest in cybersecurity, clean energy technology, research initiatives, and STEM education in the Research Triangle and across the nation. The CHIPS and Science Act is a bipartisan legislative package that strengthens the United States’ economic and national security, catalyzes semiconductor innovation and manufacturing, turbocharges American research and development, and diversifies and expands our innovation workforce. Congresswoman Ross spoke in support of the CHIPS and Science Act on the House floor. “Our nation has long been a global leader in science and technology, but we cannot afford to take that position for granted,” said Congresswoman Ross. “At this moment of unprecedented international competition, the CHIPS and Science Act will invest in North Carolina-based companies that are breaking new ground every day in medicine, energy, telecommunications, and more. This legislation also invests in our state’s leading institutions and their students – from NC State, Shaw, and St. Augustine’s to Wake Tech. I fought for these needed investments in North Carolina’s innovation economy, and I’m so proud that this legislation includes several initiatives that I have championed since I first came to Congress.” The CHIPS and Science Act includes the following provisions introduced or co-led by Congresswoman Ross: Innovation in STEM Education at Community Colleges, like Wake Tech, an amendment that directs the National Science Foundation (NSF) to award grants to improve teaching at community colleges and outcomes for students who enter the workforce after completing their STEM degrees. Energizing Technology Transfer Act, bipartisan legislation to facilitate the commercial application of clean energy tech by universities and private companies, ensuring this innovative technology is more readily available and used by companies and institutions in the Research Triangle. National Science & Technology Strategy Act, bipartisan legislation that directs the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) to develop a comprehensive national science and technology strategy and identify future needs, barriers, and opportunities for U.S. science and tech. A version of the NSF Technology Research Institutes Act, bipartisan legislation to create an NSF grant program to fund technology research activities at institutions like NC State, including conducting fundamental and experimental research, commercializing innovative technology, creating computational models, and establishing traineeship programs for graduate students. Software Supply Chain Cybersecurity Amendment, an amendment that requires National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to develop security practices to enable software developers and operators to identify, assess, and manage cyber risks over the full lifestyle of software products, and to share technical expertise with federal agencies, industry stakeholders, and standards development organizations. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/8/congresswoman-ross-provision-overturn-10-year-offshore-wind-moratorium-passes,Congresswoman Ross Provision to Overturn 10-Year Offshore Wind Moratorium Passes Senate in Inflation Reduction Act,2022-08-08,2022,2022-08,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. —Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the following statement after Senate passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, which includes Congresswoman Ross’ provision to repeal the 10-year offshore wind leasing moratorium off the coasts of North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida: “The Inflation Reduction Act is a transformational package that will mark the single greatest investment we’ve made to combat the climate crisis in our history. To reach our ambitious climate goals, we must unleash the full power of American clean energy – and that includes offshore wind energy development. “The former administration’s arbitrary offshore wind leasing moratorium would stifle the growth of our clean energy economy in North Carolina and throughout the region. Our state is perfectly positioned to lead this multi-billion dollar industry, with our offshore wind energy generation potential and a capable manufacturing workforce ready to embrace this opportunity. Since coming to Congress, I have fought to overturn the moratorium, and I am excited that we are finally getting it done. “Across the country, Americans are experiencing record heat waves, devastating wildfires, and droughts—and in states like North Carolina, destructive storms. People are counting on us to deliver real solutions to combat climate change. Offshore wind energy represents one of the best options in our toolbox to reach our clean energy goals, power millions of homes, lower prices for American consumers, and create thousands of high-quality jobs.” Since coming to Congress, Congresswoman Ross has led her colleagues in calling for the repeal of the 10-year offshore wind leasing moratorium. In April 2021, she introduced the Restoring Offshore Wind Opportunities Act with Congressman Paul Tonko (NY-20), which would overturn the moratorium. Most recently, her bipartisan amendment to repeal the moratorium passed the House of Representatives as part of the National Defense Authorization Act. She also led her North Carolina colleagues in calling on the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) to advance lease sales of existing wind energy areas off the coast of North Carolina. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/8/congresswomen-ross-mace-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-bolster-american,"Congresswomen Ross, Mace Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Bolster American Innovation Through Patent Reform",2022-08-05,2022,2022-08,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington D.C. —Today, Congresswomen Deborah Ross (D-NC) and Nancy Mace (R-SC) introduced the Unleashing American Innovators Act, critical legislation that will address disparities in the U.S. patent system and expand access to patents for underrepresented communities. Participation in the U.S. patent system lacks diversity, hindering American innovation and competitiveness. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) found that only 21.9% of patents had at least one woman inventor in 2019. This legislation will expand resources and outreach to groups that have historically been underrepresented in the patent system and American entrepreneurship, including by creating a new PTO satellite office in the Southeast. “I’m proud to represent much of the Research Triangle, one of the key centers of American innovation,” said Congresswoman Ross. “For too long, women, people of color, and veterans have faced unique barriers to participation in the patent system and North Carolina’s thriving innovation economy. We must do everything in our power to bolster American competitiveness and to ensure every individual – no matter their race, gender, or zip code – can access the resources they need to succeed. The Unleashing American Innovators Act is an important step towards that goal, and I look forward to working with Congresswoman Mace to see it signed into law.” “Innovation and invention are part of what makes America the greatest country on earth,” said Congresswoman Mace. “We must ensure the talented and creative minds of America are able to access the resources they need regardless of their gender or race. This legislation will make a critical step in promoting equal access to the tools that have consistently allowed America to lead the world in technological advancement and entrepreneurship.” The Unleashing American Innovators Act: Requires the PTO’s satellite offices to conduct outreach to underrepresented groups to increase participation in the patent system; Requires the PTO to establish a new satellite office in the Southeast region and to study whether additional satellite offices are needed; Creates a network of smaller community outreach offices to educate Americans about the patent system and the benefits of innovation and entrepreneurship; Establishes a pilot program to assist first-time prospective patent applicants in determining whether their inventions are likely to be patentable; and Lowers patent application fees for small businesses and micro entities. Senators Patrick Leahy (D-VT) and Thom Tillis (R-NC) introduced companion legislation in the Senate. Bill text is available here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-statement-passing-congresswoman-jackie-walorski-indiana-and-two,Adams Statement on Passing of Congresswoman Jackie Walorski of Indiana and Two Members of Her Staff,2022-08-03,2022,2022-08,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. (August 3, 2022) – Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) issued the following statement after deaths of Congresswoman Jackie Walorski of Indiana and two members of her staff in a tragic car accident: “Today is a sad day for the United States House of Representatives. My heartfelt condolences go out to the family, friends, and constituents of my colleague Jackie Walorski, as well as the families and friends of her staff members Zachery Potts and Emma Thompson. Our service in Congress is made possible by the long hours and tireless dedication of our professional staff, so I am heartbroken to hear the accident took the lives of three members of our Congressional community. ""My prayers are with Jackie’s husband Dean, her family, her congressional staff, and her community tonight. I hope they take some solace in the knowledge that the hard work and kindness of Congresswoman Walorski, Emma, and Zachery will continue to make a difference long after their souls are at rest."" ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/monthly-satellite-office-hours-continue-august,Monthly Satellite Office Hours Continue in August,2022-08-02,2022,2022-08,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"PINEVILLE, N.C. (August 2, 2022) – Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) announced her office's satellite office hours will continue during the month of August. Adams' staff will continue to be available once a month in Cornelius, Davidson, and Pineville; and twice a month in Huntersville. No appointment is necessary. The monthly office hours schedule is as follows: August 2 & 16: Huntersville Town Hall, 9 AM - 12 PM August 3: Pineville Town Hall, 9 AM - 12 PM August 4: Cornelius Town Hall, 3 PM - 5 PM August 4: Davidson Town Hall, 12 PM - 2 PM “While votes, speeches and legislation are the most visible aspects of congressional work, some of the most important work our office does is at the district level here in Charlotte and Mecklenburg County,” said Congresswoman Adams. “Our exceptional 12th Congressional District team is always on hand to help our constituents navigate issues with federal agencies, and I'm happy to announce that they are returning to the field as we continue to adjust to living with the COVID-19 pandemic as a daily reality.” Constituents who attend office hours are asked to wear an N95 mask to ensure the safety of themselves and others. Constituents seeking assistance in Charlotte or outside of satellite office hours are advised to call the Charlotte District Office at (704) 344-9950 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM. Until January 3, 2023, Adams represents the 12th Congressional District as it was drawn for the November 2020 election, including most of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County; the towns of Cornelius, Davidson, Huntersville, and Mint Hill; and portions of Pineville and Matthews. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/8/icymi-congresswoman-ross-legislation-support-domestic-semiconductor,ICYMI: Congresswoman Ross Legislation to Support Domestic Semiconductor Manufacturing Passes House,2022-08-02,2022,2022-08,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. — On Friday, the House of Representatives passed the Senate version of Congresswoman Deborah Ross’ (NC-02) legislation to expedite and streamline the permitting process for domestic production of key national security technologies, including semiconductors and artificial intelligence. The legislation, introduced with Congressman Michael McCaul (TX-10), builds on generational investments in the CHIPS and Science Act and will help to boost semiconductor fabrication in the United States. The bill now heads to President Biden’s desk. “Manufacturing semiconductors at home is an essential part of our work to bolster national security and maintain our position as a global leader in technology and innovation,” said Congresswoman Ross. “For too long, we have failed to make the needed investments to support this industry. Our bipartisan legislation cuts down the length of bureaucratic approval processes that have prohibited the domestic production of semiconductors, helping to spur economic growth and create jobs. I thank Senator Hagerty and Congressman McCaul for working with me to pass this legislation, and look forward to President Biden signing it into law.” The FAST-41 program was created in 2015 and made permanent in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The program improves the coordination, transparency, and timeliness of the government review process for eligible infrastructure projects. Currently, only traditional infrastructure projects qualify for the program. Congresswoman Ross’ legislation expands eligibility to national security critical technologies. Senators Bill Hagerty (R-TN), Angus King (I-ME), and Rob Portman (R-OH) introduced companion legislation in the Senate, where it passed in January by unanimous consent. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:59:24Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/7/house-passes-ross-legislation-bolster-cybersecurity-research-and-stem,"House Passes Ross Legislation to Bolster Cybersecurity, Research, and STEM Workforce in North Carolina",2022-07-28,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. —Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the CHIPS and Science Act, which included five of Congresswoman Deborah Ross’ (NC-02) bills and amendments that will invest in cybersecurity, clean energy technology, research initiatives, and STEM education in the Research Triangle and across the nation. The CHIPS and Science Act is a bipartisan legislative package that strengthens the United States’ economic and national security, catalyzes semiconductor innovation and manufacturing, turbocharges American research and development, and diversifies and expands our innovation workforce. The legislation now heads to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law. Congresswoman Ross spoke in support of the CHIPS and Science Act on the House floor. “Our nation has long been a global leader in science and technology, but we cannot afford to take that position for granted,” said Congresswoman Ross. “At this moment of unprecedented international competition, the CHIPS and Science Act will invest in North Carolina-based companies that are breaking new ground every day in medicine, energy, telecommunications, and more. This legislation also invests in our state’s leading institutions and their students – from NC State, Shaw, and St. Augustine’s to Wake Tech. I fought for these needed investments in North Carolina’s innovation economy, and I’m so proud that this legislation includes several initiatives that I have championed since I first came to Congress. I look forward to seeing President Biden sign the CHIPS and Science Act into law.” The CHIPS and Science Act includes the following provisions introduced or co-led by Congresswoman Ross: Innovation in STEM Education at Community Colleges, like Wake Tech, an amendment that directs the National Science Foundation (NSF) to award grants to improve teaching at community colleges and outcomes for students who enter the workforce after completing their STEM degrees. Energizing Technology Transfer Act, bipartisan legislation to facilitate the commercial application of clean energy tech by universities and private companies, ensuring this innovative technology is more readily available and used by companies and institutions in the Research Triangle. National Science & Technology Strategy Act, bipartisan legislation that directs the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) to develop a comprehensive national science and technology strategy and identify future needs, barriers, and opportunities for U.S. science and tech. A version of the NSF Technology Research Institutes Act, bipartisan legislation to create an NSF grant program to fund technology research activities at institutions like NC State, including conducting fundamental and experimental research, commercializing innovative technology, creating computational models, and establishing traineeship programs for graduate students. Software Supply Chain Cybersecurity Amendment, an amendment that requires National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to develop security practices to enable software developers and operators to identify, assess, and manage cyber risks over the full lifestyle of software products, and to share technical expertise with federal agencies, industry stakeholders, and standards development organizations. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-collins-leahy-maloney-rouzer-celebrate-8-billion-victory,"Adams, Collins, Leahy, Maloney, Rouzer Celebrate $8 Billion Victory for Affordable Housing",2022-07-27,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (D-NC), Senators Patrick Leahy (D-VT) and Susan Collins (R-ME), and Representatives Carolyn B. Maloney (D-NY) and David Rouzer (R-NC) announced their legislation, the LIFELINE Act, led to the publication of revised guidance by the Treasury Department that will unlock an additional $8 billion for affordable housing from the American Rescue Plan Act’s State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund. “Too many families in Charlotte, North Carolina, and across the country are suffering due to the housing crisis. The $8 billion in already-appropriated funds that this decision unlocks for affordable housing will be a lifeline for American families,” said Congresswoman Adams. “I want to thank our bipartisan co-leads for joining me on the LIFELINE Act and spurring the Treasury Department into action. This is a major win for our community, for increasing housing stock and lowering the cost of housing for thousands of Americans and for our collective efforts to address the affordable housing crisis.” “Increasing the nation’s housing supply is essential to lowering shelter costs over the long-term,” said Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo. “Treasury continues to strongly encourage state and local governments to dedicate a portion of the historic funding available through President Biden’s American Rescue Plan toward building and rehabilitating affordable housing in their communities and the actions being announced today will make it even easier for them to do so. Treasury appreciates the partnership with housing advocates and Members of Congress, including those who co-sponsored the LIFELINE Act, whose advocacy helped inform today’s announcement.” “A lack of affordable housing in many communities in Maine and across the country is causing significant hardships for countless families. Low Income Housing Tax Credits can be an important part of the solution by leveraging private investments to significantly expand the supply of affordable rental units,” said Senator Collins, Ranking Member of the Housing Appropriations Subcommittee. “I am pleased that, following the introduction of our bill to remove red tape created by the American Rescue Plan and allow state and local governments to tap into the potential of this tax credit, Treasury has taken action to help more families find safe, affordable housing.” “In Vermont, there is simply not enough housing, and during the pandemic, we saw how this shortage has a detrimental impact on the lives of too many Vermonters. That is why we introduced the LIFELINE Act, to unlock the full potential of ARPA dollars to create much-needed housing. I applaud Treasury for implementing the changes proposed in LIFELINE. Its new guidance, the result of a close partnership with Congress and housing practitioners, will direct additional dollars toward needed housing production and help ensure that families across Vermont and the country can live and thrive in safe, decent and affordable homes,” said Senator Leahy, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriations. “Families across New York and the country are feeling the ramifications of the housing crisis due to sky rocketing rents, limited affordable housing stock, and exorbitant housing related costs. The LIFELINE Act will provide a much needed $8 billion for affordable housing,” said Congresswoman Maloney, Chairwoman of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. “I am thrilled that - along with our bipartisan co-leads - we were successful in putting the necessary pressure on the Treasury Department to unlock these funds, which will serve as a lifeline for Americans who are struggling to get by as a result of the high cost of housing."" “Communities in Southeastern North Carolina, like many others around the country, are facing an affordable housing crisis. Rather than let unspent COVID-19 dollars languish in bureaucratic red-tape, I’m pleased the Treasury Department will implement common-sense provisions included in the bipartisan LIFELINE Act to allow cities, counties, and states to utilize funds that have already been allocated by Congress to support affordable housing developments across the country,” said Rep. Rouzer. “Representatives Adams, Maloney, and Rouzer’s and Senators Collins and Leahy’s tenacious leadership will get more affordable housing built in North Carolina and many other states,” said Stockton Williams, executive director of the National Council of State Housing Agencies. “Treasury’s announcement today of a policy based on her legislation is indeed a lifeline for countless working families who will have more stable and affordable homes.” Additionally, the NCSHA wrote today, “The bipartisan leadership of Senators Leahy (D-VT) and Collins (R-ME) and Representatives Adams (D-NC) and Rouzer (R-NC) was also instrumental in the development of Treasury’s policy. NCSHA commends them for their sponsorship of the LIFELINE Act, which led to this game-changing announcement.” Background Earlier this year, the Treasury Department issued a Final Rule pertaining to the State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (SLFRF), which was created by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA). Per that rule, SLFRF dollars must be obligated by December 31, 2024 and expended by December 31, 2026. In February, the National Council of State Housing Agencies and other stakeholders wrote a “four corners” letter in which they remarked, “As of this month, approximately half of states and countless local governments have chosen or proposed to dedicate a portion of their SLFRF to affordable housing uses, including as a supplemental financing source in Housing Credit developments. We estimate current commitments to represent as much as $8 billion in potential affordable housing investment, and maybe more.” As a result of present economic conditions, the cost of developing housing units has risen significantly. Over 20 states have declared their intention to use SLFRF dollars to offset those costs and ensure that the pipeline of affordable housing units will remain robust; however, Treasury's original Final Rule presented an immediate and insurmountable barrier for states and localities wishing to do so. Because funds must be expended by 2026, states cannot continue to make LIHTC payments for the duration of previously negotiated contracts; nor can these funds be given immediately as grants without reducing the cost basis for developers and disincentivizing construction. In March, Adams, Rouzer, and Maloney introduced H.R. 7078, the LIHTC Financing Enabling Long-term Investment in Neighborhood Excellence Act or LIFELINE Act in the United States House of Representatives. The LIFELINE Act would make American Rescue Plan funds available for affordable housing developments receiving low-income housing tax credits. The LIFELINE Act, drafted in consultation with the Treasury Department, the authorizing committees for SLFRF, and housing stakeholders, provided the legislative solution required by deeming SLFRF dollars put towards housing credit development as considered expended in compliance with statutory requirements. The language inspired today’s guidance from the Treasury Department. In the House, the LIFELINE Act is cosponsored by Representatives Rouzer, Carolyn Maloney, Kildee, Pingree, Budd, Pappas, Dean, Stansbury, Lawson, Kuster, Cicilline, Omar, Carson, Norton, Krishnamoorthi, Cherfilus-McCormick, Clarke, Titus, Cole, Welch, Evans, Manning, Ross, Blunt Rochester, Torres, Cleaver, Williams, Sherman, Lynch, Auchincloss, Butterfield, Brown, Lee, Stanton, Bonamici, Fitzpatrick, Green, Lee, Langevin, O’Halleran, and Hudson. In the Senate, S.4181, the LIFELINE Act, is cosponsored by Senators Collins, Wyden, Bennet, Cortez Masto, King, Hassan, Padilla, Reed, Sanders, and Whitehouse. LIFELINE is endorsed by organizations including Ability Housing, Inc, Affordable Housing Tax Credit Coalition, Applegate & Thorne-Thomsen, AURA Development & Advisory, LLC, Beacon Hill Capital, BRIDGE Housing, CAHEC, California Council for Affordable Housing, CCIM Institute, Centrant Community Capital, Cinnaire, CohnReznick, Community Revitalization and Development Corporation, Council for Affordable and Rural Housing, Council of Development Finance Agencies, Council of Large Public Housing Authorities, Council of State Community Development Agencies, CREA, LLC, CSH, Dauby O'Connor & Zaleski, LLC, Denton Housing Authority, DreamKey Partners, Eden Housing, Enterprise Community Partners, Evernorth, First Community Housing, Greystone Affordable Development, Hawaii Housing Finance, LLC, HDC MidAtlantic, Holland & Knight LLP, Housing Advisory Group, Housing Partnership Network, Illinois Housing Council, Impact Development Partners LLC, Institute of Real Estate Management, Iowa Housing Partnership, KCG Companies, LLC, Kittle Property Group, Inc., Kutak Rock LLP, Lincoln Avenue Capital, Local Initiatives Support Corporation, Low Income Investment Fund, Marble Cliff Capital, Massachusetts Housing Investment Corporation, Merchants Capital, Merritt Community Capital Corporation, Midwest Housing Equity Group, Mills Property Development, LLC, Mountain Plains Equity Group, National Apartment Association, National Association for County Community and Economic Development, National Association of Affordable Housing Lenders, National Association of Counties, National Association of Home Builders, National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials, National Association of Local Housing Finance Agencies, National Association of REALTORS®, National Association of State and Local Equity Funds, National Community Renaissance, National Council of State Housing Agencies, National Equity Fund, National Housing & Rehabilitation Association, National Housing Conference, National Housing Trust, National League of Cities, National Low Income Housing Coalition, National Multifamily Housing Council, National Neighborworks Association, Nevada HAND, Inc, Nixon Peabody LLP, Novogradac, Ohio Capital Corporation for Housing, Pennrose, LLC, Pennsylvania Developers Council, Public Housing Authorities Directors Association, R4 Capital LLC, RBC Community Investments, LLC, Roof Above, St. Louis Equity Fund, Stewards of Affordable Housing for the Future, Stonehenge Capital, The Community Builders Inc., The Michaels Organization, The NHP Foundation, United States Conference of Mayors, VCDC, and Wallick Communities. Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. is in her fourth full term representing Charlotte and Mecklenburg County in the U.S. House of Representatives. She serves on the House Committee on Financial Services which oversees housing policy, one of Rep. Adams’ “4H” policy priorities.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/7/house-passes-representatives-ross-carey-legislation-protect-energy,"House Passes Representatives Ross, Carey Legislation to Protect Energy Infrastructure Amid Growing Cybersecurity Threats",2022-07-27,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. —Today, the House of Representatives passed the Energy Cybersecurity University Leadership Act, legislation introduced by Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) and Congressman Mike Carey (OH-15) that will address the rise in cybersecurity threats against energy infrastructure in the United States. Recent incidents, like the ransomware attack on the Colonial Gas Pipeline, an attempted water poisoning at a Florida treatment plant, or the attempted cyberattack on the Port of Houston, are just a few examples of the threats that inspired this bipartisan legislation, which will both bolster the energy sector’s growing workforce and strengthen the United States’ ability to address future cyberattacks. Specifically, the bill will create an Energy Cybersecurity University Leadership Program, which will provide grants and financial assistance to graduate students and postdoctoral researchers studying cybersecurity and energy infrastructure. Congresswoman Ross spoke in support of the legislation on the House floor. “The United States has witnessed an alarming rise in cybersecurity threats and attacks against our energy infrastructure, including in my home state of North Carolina,” said Congresswoman Ross. “Our constituents rely on dependable energy sources for their lives and their livelihoods, and we cannot afford continued exposure to these types of attacks. That’s why this bipartisan legislation is so critical. From NC State to Shaw, Saint Augustine’s, and Wake Tech, this legislation will better equip our students and researchers in North Carolina and beyond to tackle the evolving cybersecurity threat environment. I thank Congressman Carey for working with me to pass this important legislation.” “Today’s passage of the Energy Cybersecurity University Leadership Act is a major step toward protecting America’s energy infrastructure from cyberattacks,” said Congressman Carey. “The program created by this legislation will prepare students from Ohio State to NC State and across the country to tackle cybersecurity threats with the potential to cut off the flow of energy to the American people. I’m proud of the bipartisan work Congresswoman Ross and I have accomplished and thank my House colleagues for supporting this important legislation. I urge the Senate to quickly pass this bill to protect America’s energy infrastructure.” “As cyber threats continue to rise and impact organizations, bills such as the Energy Cybersecurity University Leadership Act, sponsored by Representatives Ross and Carey provide a tangible pathway to mobilizing resources in combatting these threats,” said Dr. Terry Kidd, Vice President for Strategic Planning, Research, Technology & Innovation at Saint Augustine’s University. “Cyber warfare is here, and Saint Augustine’s University is uniquely positioned with our partnership with IC2, the world’s leading information security certification consortium, to continue our work with industry through incumbent worker training, research, and advanced educational credentialing. We are excited to be a part of this work as we work together to tackle the changing cybersecurity landscape.” “Technology has become an integral part of modern society,” said Dr. James Brown, Director of the Center for Cybersecurity Education and Research at Shaw University. “With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, our reliance on technology has grown dramatically. However, the pervasiveness of technology has increased the need for cybersecurity to protect our sensitive and personal information. Unfortunately, there is a significant lack of skilled professionals to address that need, with some 700,000 open cybersecurity positions nationwide. To protect our digital lives and ensure national security, more attention and investment must be paid toward cybersecurity. Shaw University has responded by creating a new computer science concentration in cyber operations to address this.” ""We are all painfully aware of the need for enhanced cybersecurity for our energy infrastructure,"" said Iqbal Husain, ABB Distinguished Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering and Executive Director of the FREEDM Systems Center at North Carolina State University. ""This bill will grow the talent pipeline for utilities and other energy providers, increase diversity among these highly trained graduates, and produce research that will protect our energy systems."" “We commend Congressman Carey and Congresswoman Ross for their leadership on this important issue,” said Dr. Grace Wang, Executive Vice President for Research, Innovation and Knowledge at Ohio State University. “This measure will both advance cybersecurity research and expand the energy security workforce. Through Ohio State’s highly interdisciplinary research and innovation activities and academic programs, we stand ready to partner with the federal government and industry to develop advanced training and research programs enabled by this legislation to help the energy sector better prepare for and respond to future threats.” Many cybersecurity vulnerabilities in the energy sector are only discovered once they have already been exploited in attempted or successful attacks. Compounding the issue, the United States’ energy infrastructure is growing more susceptible to advanced methods of cyberattack as the energy sector integrates more complex technologies. A robust energy security workforce will help the energy sector better prepare for, respond to, and combat this growing threat environment. The Energy Cybersecurity University Leadership Program addresses these workforce and research needs by creating a grant program at the Department of Energy that: Provides financial assistance for scholarships, fellowships, and R&D projects at colleges and universities to support graduate students studying the convergence of cybersecurity and energy infrastructure Provides students and postdoctoral researchers with traineeship research experiences at the Department of Energy’s National Laboratories and utilities Expands outreach to Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Minority Serving Institutions, and Tribal Colleges and Universities Additionally, the bill requires that the Secretary of Energy submit a report to Congress on the development and implementation of the program no later than one year after bill enactment. As a member of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, Congresswoman Ross has been a champion of legislation to bolster the nation’s cybersecurity. In October 2021, she introduced legislation with Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) to address ransomware threats. Following the cyber-attack on the Colonial Pipeline last year, Congresswoman Ross led her North Carolina colleagues in calling on House leadership to conduct a full investigation and prioritize policies that would prevent similar attacks. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/7/congresswoman-ross-announces-telephone-town-hall-discuss-housing-costs,"Congresswoman Ross Announces Telephone Town Hall to Discuss Housing Costs, Reproductive Freedom, and Gun Safety in Wake County",2022-07-25,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Raleigh, N.C. —Tonight, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) is hosting a telephone town hall at 7:00 p.m. to speak directly with Wake County residents about reproductive freedom, gun safety legislation, and rising costs, including housing prices. The town hall will last approximately one hour and offer residents of North Carolina’s Second Congressional District a simple and convenient way to connect directly with Congresswoman Ross. “Our nation has faced difficult challenges over the past few weeks,” said Congresswoman Ross. “The Supreme Court has stripped women of their reproductive freedom. Communities across the country have been torn apart by gun violence. Housing prices continue to rise. An essential part of my job is listening to the people of Wake County and using their input to guide my work in Washington. I look forward to answering questions from my constituents and encourage any Second District resident to call-in tonight.” The telephone town hall will be held tonight, July 25th at 7:00 p.m. Some residents of North Carolina’s Second Congressional District, which includes most of Wake County, may receive an automated telephone call from Congresswoman Ross’ office that will give them the option to be automatically connected into the telephone town hall. In addition, constituents may join the town hall by calling toll-free (833) 479-1988. Anyone on the call may listen to the live event and specific instructions will be provided for callers who wish to ask a question. Constituents can also listen to an audio stream of the event online by visiting ross.house.gov/live. Registration is not required, but to submit a question in advance, residents can click here or RSVP here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-delivers-speech-supporting-right-contraception,Adams Delivers Speech Supporting Right to Contraception,2022-07-21,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 21, 2022) – This morning, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) delivered a speech on the floor of the United States House of Representatives in support of the Right to Contraception Act, which passed the House today. Video of the speech is available for download here. C-SPAN video of the remarks is available here. The legislation would codify a statutory right to obtain contraceptives and to engage in contraception, and for health care providers to provide contraceptives, contraception, and information related to contraception. The Right to Contraception Act comes in the wake of the Supreme Court’s holding in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, which overturned the long-standing precedent established by Roe v. Wade and opened the door to overturning cases such as Griswold v. Connecticut. “My granddaughters shouldn’t have fewer rights than my daughter had. Pass the Right to Contraception Act,” said Adams. Adams’ remarks as prepared for delivery are below: I rise today in strong support of the Right to Contraception Act. Family planning is a private decision and contraception should always be legal, from prophylactics to Plan B, but the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs has opened Pandora’s Box. For some justices, judges, and state legislators, the next steps include rolling back established rights and precedents including the right to contraception! That’s why the Right to Contraception Act is so important. This legislation establishes a statutory right to obtain contraceptives and for health care providers to provide them. It protects Americans from state and local legislation that would deny people’s access to contraceptives. From reproductive care to LGBTQ rights and now to contraceptives, Congress has a responsibility to stop state governments from rolling back our rights. My granddaughters shouldn’t have fewer rights than my daughter had. Pass the Right to Contraception Act. Thank you, I yield back.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/7/congresswoman-ross-votes-protect-access-contraception,Congresswoman Ross Votes to Protect Access to Contraception,2022-07-21,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. —Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) voted to pass the Right to Contraception Act, which establishes a statutory right to obtain contraceptives and for health care providers to provide contraceptives and information related to contraception. 99 percent of women who have been sexually active report having used some form of contraception, and 96 percent of voters support access to contraception. Congresswoman Ross spoke on the House floor about the urgent need to pass this legislation. “North Carolinians and people across the country overwhelmingly support the right to use contraception,” said Congresswoman Ross. “Justice Clarence Thomas’ concurring opinion in Dobbs laid the groundwork for even greater government interference into our personal and family decisions. We must codify Griswold v. Connecticut, which has protected women’s right to make decisions about their own contraceptive health care for decades. I fought to expand access to contraception in North Carolina with support from legislators on both sides of the aisle and will not sit idly by as Republicans across the country attack our fundamental freedoms. I urge the Senate to pass this critical legislation.” The Right to Contraception Act ensures that neither states nor a hostile Republican administration can limit people’s access to contraceptives or the ability of health care providers to provide contraceptives and information related to them. The legislation: protects against any state laws that attempt to restrict access to contraceptives and affirms the Attorney General’s enforcement authority to bring civil actions against any state that attempts to do so, and establishes a private right of action for individuals to enforce their right to obtain contraceptives and for health care providers to enforce their right to provide contraceptives and information related to contraception. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/7/congresswoman-ross-secures-more-17-million-wake-county-community-projects,Congresswoman Ross Secures More than $17 Million for Wake County Community Projects in House Appropriations Bill,2022-07-20,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. —Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a package to partially fund the federal government in Fiscal Year 2023, including $17.3 million in federal funding for Wake County community projects secured by Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02). This funding will invest in affordable housing, transportation and infrastructure systems, water quality, and sustainability efforts in towns and municipalities across Wake County, including Raleigh, Cary, Garner, Morrisville, Wendell, Apex, Holly Springs, and Fuquay-Varina. “The new funding passed by the House today will bring historic investments to Wake County and make a tangible difference in our communities and in the lives of our people,” said Congresswoman Deborah Ross. “From Raleigh to Holly Springs, these projects reach people and places all over the county. I will continue working with lawmakers from both parties and in both chambers to see these important investments signed into law.” Earlier this year, Congresswoman Ross submitted 15 community project funding (CPF) requests to the House Appropriations Committee. Today, the House passed H.R. 8294, which includes the 10 community projects listed below. The remaining five projects submitted by Congresswoman Ross have advanced out of the House Appropriations Committee, but have not yet come to the House floor for a vote. Congresswoman Ross secured more than $10 million in funding for 10 community projects in the Fiscal Year 2022 government funding package as well. Community Projects Project Name: GoTriangle Wake County Transit Access and Safety Improvements Amount Secured: $900,000 Description: This project will address critical transit access and operation safety concerns at GoTriangle bus stops across Wake County. The project will make improvements at several locations where the design speed, traffic volumes, constrained right-of-way, and number of transit passengers require safety and ADA accessibility improvements. These improvements include bus bays, sidewalk connections, ADA curb ramps, crosswalks, and pedestrian signals. Proposed locations are distributed throughout the county, benefiting customers on several regional GoTriangle routes. Project Name: Town of Holly Springs Water Reclamation Amount Secured: $3,000,000 Description: The Utley Creek Water Reclamation Facility is nearing capacity due to population and economic growth. This project will employ innovative and sustainable techniques to increase capacity and divert treated wastewater for other reuses in the community. Project Name: Triangle Regional Water Partnership Amount Secured: $3,326,400 Description: This project will help address the inadequate water supply intended to serve the recently announced VinFast manufacturing facility, the largest economic development project in North Carolina to date, and to provide a safe water supply for the Town of Pittsboro. The funding will be used to construct one of two horizontal directional drills under the Cape Fear River from the City of Sanford’s Water Treatment Plant, which will provide a safe and resilient source of potable water for local government partners that include Chatham County, Pittsboro, Holly Springs, and Fuquay-Varina. Congresswoman Ross secured this funding with Congressman David Price (NC-06). Project Name: Maynard Road Multifamily Housing in Cary Amount Secured: $1,000,000 Description: The Maynard Road Multifamily Housing is a planned 127-unit housing development that will provide quality, affordable, mixed-income rental units at below-market rents in a prime area of Cary, North Carolina. The development is needed to help address rising housing costs, especially for low-income individuals and families, because of booming population growth, employment opportunities, and economic development in Cary over the last 20 years. The funding will be used to construct a street to the development. A well designed and integrated street network is the backbone for a viable, complete neighborhood. Project Name: Garner Senior Center Facility Improvements Amount Secured: $505,200 Description: The project will enhance safety, increase accessibility, and improve functionality of the Garner Senior Center (GSC), which hosts over 42,000 annual visits by Garner-area seniors. The facility also houses Wake County’s largest congregate Meals on Wheels site serving 1,700 monthly meals on-site and is a distribution site for 1,100 monthly delivered meals. Improvements to the facility include replacement of aging HVAC systems to improve air handling, renovations to restrooms to improve safety and accessibility, the addition of an accessible route to outdoor programing areas of the facility, installation of technology to ensure safe user access, enhancements to the kitchen and dining facility to improve food distribution, and other general facility upgrades. Project Name: Pleasant Grove Community Center in Wendell Amount Secured: $2,000,000 Description: The Pleasant Grove Community Center Project is a collaborative partnership with the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Town of Wendell, and Wake County to reimagine a future use of the historic African American Carver School. This site is located within a low-income area near a public housing development and will serve as a focal point of inclusion and opportunity. The community center rehabilitation will provide a space to offer families afterschool, track out, and summer camp programs; job development services; and a business incubator to host the entrepreneurial program, LaunchWENDELL. This funding will be used for community engagement, project design, construction documents, and the rehabilitation of the old Carver Elementary School. Project Name: Raleigh-Durham International Airport North Cargo Taxilane Reconstruction Amount Secured: $5,000,000 Description: This project will reconstruct the Taxilane that provides access to the North Cargo aircraft parking apron at Raleigh-Durham International Airport. This Taxilane access is critical to the operation of both FedEx and UPS, which provide freight and logistics services to central North Carolina. Project Name: Tingen Road Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge Design in Apex Amount Secured: $550,000 Description: This funding will be used for the study and design of a bicycle and pedestrian bridge over the railroad crossing of Tingen Road in Apex, North Carolina. This railroad crossing is expected to close in 2025. Construction of the bicycle and pedestrian bridge will provide a route for the community to safely cross the railroad tracks on Tingen Road. Recipient: North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Amount Secured: $750,000 Description: The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences will use this funding to construct an Education Center at Prairie Ridge, which will expand services to significantly increase the number of visitors the facility can accommodate. Designed for easy accessibility, including for those with limited pedestrian mobility, families with young children, and school groups, the building will feature three new assets: an indoor classroom, furnished with scientific instruments and teaching tools; universally accessible restroom facilities; and a nature porch. This funding will contribute to economic development by creating an important public amenity along the Blue Ridge Corridor, turning an existing community resource into a year-round ecotourism destination, and fostering the creation of new jobs. Project Name: Town of Morrisville Solar Panel Installations on Town Facilities Amount Secured: $250,000 Description: The Town of Morrisville wants to lead community adoption of sustainable practices and technology. The Town will use $250,000 in funding to purchase and install solar arrays on three of the Town’s largest energy consuming facilities to reduce its carbon footprint. The facilities include the Morrisville Aquatics and Fitness Center, Public Safety and Municipal Services Building, and Harris Mill Road Fire Station. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/7/congresswoman-ross-statement-president-bidens-offshore-wind-announcement,Congresswoman Ross Statement on President Biden’s Offshore Wind Announcement,2022-07-20,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. —Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the following statement on President Biden’s decision to advance offshore wind energy development off the coasts of southeastern states, including North Carolina: “Today is a great day for North Carolina and for our country’s clean energy future. Offshore wind energy represents one of the single best solutions we have in our toolbox to fight climate change, meet our future energy needs, and create good-paying jobs. I applaud President Biden for outlining a bold plan to combat the climate crisis, including actions to boost the offshore wind energy industry in my home state. We can use the same wind that powered the Wright Brothers’ flight more than one hundred years ago to power homes, create jobs, and help save our planet. I look forward to continuing to work with partners at the federal, state, and local levels to establish North Carolina as a national leader in offshore wind energy development. “I will keep up my work here in Congress to support the offshore wind industry, but we cannot afford to wait.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/7/icymi-congresswoman-ross-joins-bipartisan-bicameral-letter-nominating-north,"ICYMI: Congresswoman Ross Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Nominating North Carolina for Future ARPA-H Headquarters",2022-07-18,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C.— Last week, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) joined Congressman David Price (D-NC), Senator Richard Burr (R-NC), Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC), and members of the North Carolina Congressional Delegation in urging the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to consider locating the future headquarters of the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) in North Carolina. “As a leader in the biotechnology and life science industry, and home to world-class educational and research institutions, our state is uniquely positioned to serve as the ideal location for the agency’s future headquarters,” the Members wrote. “Our thriving economy, strategic location in the southeastern United States, and low cost of living are attracting and retaining the world’s best and brightest. With an unmatched business environment, North Carolina offers a full complement of clinical, STEM, biotech, and business training programs to prepare for a workforce skilled in cutting edge research, academia, health care and digital health for both public and private sectors.” Last month, Congresswoman Ross voted for bipartisan legislation to establish ARPA-H. She spoke in support of the agency and led debate on the legislation on the House floor. In addition to Congresswoman Ross, the signatories include the following Members of the North Carolina Congressional Delegation: Senator Richard Burr (NC), Senator Thom Tillis (NC), Congressman David Price (NC-04), Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), Congressman Ted Budd (NC-13), Congressman G.K. Butterfield (NC-01), Congressman Richard Hudson (NC-08), Congresswoman Kathy Manning (NC-06), Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10), Congressman Gregory Murphy (NC-03), and Congressman David Rouzer (NC-07). Full text of the letter can be found here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-delivers-floor-speech-supporting-abortion-rights,Adams Delivers Floor Speech Supporting Abortion Rights,2022-07-15,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 15, 2022) – This morning, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) delivered a speech on the floor of the United States House of Representatives in support of the Women’s Health Protection Act, which would codify a right to reproductive freedom and abortion care into law. The legislation comes in the wake of the Supreme Court’s holding in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, which overturned the long-standing precedent established by Roe v. Wade. Video of the speech is available on C-SPAN here. “I rise today because I’m pretty damn angry,” said Adams. “The Supreme Court’s decision overturning the right to abortion care is fundamentally wrong. The Supreme Court greenlit forced pregnancy, taking away the right to bodily autonomy for women. Abortion is still health care, and people will still need to access it. That’s why I’m supporting the Women’s Health Protection Act.” Adams’ remarks as prepared for delivery are below: I rise today because I’m angry. The Supreme Court’s decision overturning the right to abortion care is fundamentally wrong. The Supreme Court greenlit forced pregnancy, taking away the right to bodily autonomy from women. However, abortion is still health care, and people will still need to access it. That’s why I’m supporting the Women’s Health Protection Act. In the wake of the Dobbs decision, we have a state-by-state patchwork that denies women equal protection under the law. While abortion is still legal in my home of North Carolina, the State of Texas is suing the government to compel women to carry pregnancies to term, even if it kills the mother. The Attorney General of Indiana wants to force rape victims – even 10 year old girls – to carry pregnancies to term. We have a responsibility to stop this draconian overreach by state governments. We must make reproductive freedom the law of the land.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/7/congresswoman-ross-votes-protect-womens-reproductive-freedom-and-right-travel,Congresswoman Ross Votes to Protect Women’s Reproductive Freedom and Right to Travel for Abortion Care,2022-07-15,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) voted to pass two critical pieces of legislation that will protect women’s access to vital reproductive health services in North Carolina and across the country. For the second time, the House passed the Women’s Health Protection Act, which will make the protections of Roe v. Wade the law of the land. The House also passed the Ensuring Women’s Right to Reproductive Freedom Act, which will stop states from criminalizing, fining, or suing women who exercise their constitutional right to travel across state lines to obtain an abortion. “Abortion is still legal in North Carolina, and we must do everything in our power to keep it that way,” said Congresswoman Ross. “Thanks to Governor Cooper and his allies in the General Assembly, we have succeeded in blocking attempts to impose a restrictive abortion ban. However, Republican leaders in our state have made it abundantly clear that they will take any opportunity to strip away our fundamental freedoms. That’s why this legislation is so critical. We must ensure women in every single state can access the health care they need, and we must protect women traveling to states like North Carolina to receive this care. As Republicans across the country remain dead set on turning the clock back 50 years, I’m proud to fight for women, and I urge the Senate to do the same.” The House first passed the Women’s Health Protection Act with Congresswoman Ross’ support in September 2021. The legislation has been updated to address the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization and still establishes the federal statutory right to abortion. After the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, abortion bans in many states immediately went into effect. Republican state leaders have proposed legislation that would block women traveling across state lines to receive abortion care and criminalize those who help. The Ensuring Women’s Right to Reproductive Freedom Act ensures that no person acting under state law can prevent, restrict, impede, or otherwise retaliate against a person traveling across state lines to obtain a lawful abortion. This also includes vigilantes who could be empowered by states to seek out a person for obtaining an abortion. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/7/congresswomen-ross-miller-meeks-lofgren-provision-protect-dependent-children,"Congresswomen Ross, Miller-Meeks, Lofgren Provision to Protect Dependent Children of Long-Term Immigrants Passes House",2022-07-14,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. —Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bipartisan amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) led by Congresswomen Deborah Ross (NC-02), Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-02), and Zoe Lofgren (CA-19) that will protect more than 200,000 young immigrants known as Documented Dreamers. The children of employment-based nonimmigrant visa holders face the risk of deportation when they age out of legal immigration status at the age of 21. This amendment will protect these children from aging out by fixing gaps in our immigration system and by addressing serious flaws in the Child Status Protection Act (CSPA). “Documented Dreamers represent the very best of America and contribute in significant ways to our national security,” said Congresswoman Ross. “I have heard directly from Documented Dreamers in my district who want to serve our country in uniform. It is unconscionable that we continue to force many of these talented, patriotic young people to self-deport to countries they may barely remember. I am incredibly proud that this amendment has passed the House, and I will continue working with my colleagues in the Senate to get it across the finish line.” “I am proud to see the House pass this bipartisan measure to protect young dependents of long-term visa holders who have grown up in the U.S. and have come here legally,” said Congresswoman Miller-Meeks. “These dependents, including some of my constituents, come here legally as young children. They grow up in the United States, study here, and call this place home. Unfortunately, due to a broken immigration system and a decades long backlog, many of them are forced to leave. When these individuals are forced to leave, it is a loss to America’s communities and employers. I look forward to working with my colleagues in the House and Senate to pass this provision into law and support legal immigration.” “I’m proud the House passed this important bipartisan amendment,” said Congresswoman Lofgren, Chair of the House Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship. “Despite growing up here and often obtaining a world class education at American universities, children of immigrants on employment-based visas are often forced to return to a country they’ve never known if they turn 21 before their parent reaches the front of the green card line. This amendment is a crucial step to protect these children and keep families together.” “Today's bipartisan passage of Congresswomen Deborah Ross and Miller-Meeks' provision to permanently end aging out is the most significant milestone yet for our movement,” said Dip Patel, Founder of Improve the Dream. “Over 200,000 young people have more hope than ever that they will have a chance to continue contributing, giving back to their communities, and helping their country's future. It is now clear that keeping American raised and educated talent here is important for our prosperity and national security. We urge the Senate to include this provision in the final bill. Delay in taking action will not only lead to tearing more families apart, but also continue to hurt American communities. Passage of this provision reaffirms that America welcomes those who are drawn toward its ideals, and that by empowering people to tap into their talents and ambitions, the American dream grows more attainable for everybody.” These children come to the United States on their parents’ visas, grow up in our communities, and attend American schools and universities. Many are also listed on their parents’ green card applications. Due to the decades-long visa backlog and flaws in CSPA, many of these young adults age out of legal immigration status before a visa number for a green card finally becomes available. As a result, they lose their temporary status and their opportunity to obtain a green card. The amendment includes age out protections for dependent children on green card applications as well as nonimmigrant dependent children. The amendment: Fixes the CSPA to allow a child’s age to be frozen based on when a parent’s first employment-based green card application was initiated and backdates these changes to the passage of the CSPA in 2002; Protects young adults who have been in the United States as dependent children for at least eight years by allowing them to remain dependents on their parent’s employment-based nonimmigrant visa after age 21 until a visa number for their parent’s green card becomes available or until they are able to obtain another status; and Provides employment authorization to those covered by age out protections for nonimmigrant dependent children. A one-pager on the amendment is available here. Congresswomen Ross and Miller-Meeks introduced the bipartisan America’s CHILDREN Act in the House last year. This legislation would provide a path to citizenship for Documented Dreamers. Companion legislation was introduced in the Senate by Senators Alex Padilla (D-CA) and Rand Paul (R-KY). ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/7/house-passes-bipartisan-bill-help-veterans-exposed-toxic-substances-including,"House Passes Bipartisan Bill to Help Veterans Exposed to Toxic Substances, Including Ross-Supported Camp Lejeune Justice Act",2022-07-14,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington D.C.—Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed S.3373, the legislative vehicle used to carry the bipartisan Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our PACT Act, which will enable veterans exposed to toxic substances to receive proper benefits and care. The legislation includes the Camp Lejeune Justice Act, bipartisan legislation supported by Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02), that gives affected veterans the opportunity to seek compensation for exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Base in North Carolina. For decades, Marines and their families stationed at this base unknowingly consumed, bathed in, and used water containing harmful chemicals and industrial solvents. However, North Carolina law has prevented them from seeking relief in court. The Honoring Our PACT Act corrects this injustice. “North Carolina veterans put themselves in harm’s way to defend our nation, and we have a profound obligation to provide them with the resources they need to live healthy, fulfilling lives,” said Congresswoman Ross. “Too many servicemembers have been exposed to toxic substances while serving our country, only to return home without access to the care and benefits they deserve. I am especially grateful that this legislation will enable servicemembers from Camp Lejeune who were exposed to toxic chemicals at the base to finally pursue long-overdue justice in court. Our veterans and their families should not pay the price for government inaction. I’m glad we are setting our partisan differences aside to pass this urgently needed legislation.” The Honoring Our PACT Act: provides access to VA health care to millions of veterans exposed to toxic substances; requires the VA to presume vets exposed rather than forcing vets to prove their exposure; and makes key improvements to streamline the VA's review processes for veterans to receive care for toxic exposure-related illnesses. In March, a version of this bill passed the House, which included Congresswoman Ross’ amendment to support veterans exposed to PFAS. The new version of this legislation now heads to the Senate for final passage before going to President Biden’s desk. Congresswoman Ross spoke in support of the legislation on the House floor. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/7/representatives-ross-tonko-rouzer-provision-repeal-10-year-offshore-wind,"Representatives Ross, Tonko, Rouzer Provision to Repeal 10-Year Offshore Wind Leasing Moratorium Passes House",2022-07-14,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. —Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bipartisan amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) led by Representatives Deborah Ross (NC-02), Paul Tonko (NY-20), and David Rouzer (NC-07) that would overturn the previous administration’s 10-year moratorium on offshore wind leasing. In effect as of July 1, 2022, the moratorium prevents offshore wind leasing off the coasts of North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. “North Carolina is perfectly positioned to lead the nation’s offshore wind energy industry,” said Congresswoman Deborah Ross. “This moratorium imperils a critical new wave of offshore wind energy development and threatens tens of thousands of high-quality jobs in North Carolina and throughout the region. That’s why I’m excited that we are one step closer to jumpstarting American clean energy independence. I’ll continue fighting for our state to be part of this multi-billion dollar industry, and I thank Representatives Tonko and Rouzer for working with me to pass this bipartisan amendment.” “The expansion of offshore wind is already creating profound opportunities for New York’s Capital Region and for our entire nation,” said Congressman Tonko. “However, Trump’s arbitrary ban on new offshore wind leases in the Southeastern Atlantic is a significant roadblock to progress, and I am proud to fight alongside my colleagues to overturn this ban and propel opportunities for wind energy development forward. I’m thrilled by the passage of this amendment as part of the National Defense Authorization Act, which puts us one step closer to continuing the vital work to generate affordable and clean electricity that supports economic growth, creates high-quality jobs, and protects our environment.” “I’m proud this year’s NDAA includes our amendment to expand offshore wind energy in North Carolina out of sight from shore,” said Congressman Rouzer. “As the Russian war on Ukraine and freedom underscores, it is critical for America to be energy dominant in oil and natural gas as well as renewables. This amendment will help unleash the full potential of American energy production and improve our nation's energy security while creating good jobs and bringing new investment to Southeastern North Carolina.” Last year, Representatives Ross and Tonko introduced the Restoring Offshore Wind Opportunities Actto overturn the offshore wind moratorium. Representatives Ross and Rouzer previously led their North Carolina delegation colleagues in calling on the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) to advance lease sales of existing wind energy areas (WEAs) and identify new WEAs off the coast of North Carolina. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-courtney-introduce-bill-codify-and-build-overhaul-public-service,"Adams, Courtney Introduce Bill to Codify and Build on Overhaul of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program",2022-07-13,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) announced the introduction of a bill to make it easier for Americans pursuing careers in public service—including teachers, police officers, firefighters, military service members, and more—to receive the student loan forgiveness they were promised by Congress in 2007 under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. The Simplifying and Strengthening PSLF Act would make permanent the recent improvements to the PSLF program under the Biden Administration, and would implement other commonsense reforms to help America’s public servants lower the cost of higher education. “The debt is too damn high, and that is why it is especially egregious that the federal government isn’t keeping its promises to public servants,” said Congresswoman Alma Adams, founder and co-chair of the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus. “The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program was designed as an incentive for talented graduates to enter public service careers where they are desperately needed. Unfortunately, historically, 98% of applicants were denied loan forgiveness due to bureaucratic red tape. Our bill, the Simplifying and Strengthening PSLF Act, ensures we keep the promise to our public servants by codifying administrative fixes made by the Biden Administration. At a time when so many students and borrowers are awaiting debt relief, we must honor our promises.” The bill was introduced yesterday in the U.S. House of Representatives. A companion bill to the legislation was introduced in the U.S. Senate in May by Senator Sheldon Whitehouse. Upon introduction in the House, Adams was joined by lead sponsor Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), as well as Representatives Jahana Hayes (CT-05), Adam Smith (WA-09), Federica Wilson (FL-24), and Jamaal Bowman (NY-09) as original co-sponsors. The Simplifying and Strengthening PSLF Act has also drawn support from nationwide non-profit organizations representing teachers, social workers, military service members, and other public service professions, including the Modern Military Association of America, the Peace Corps Association, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), the Council on Social Work Education, the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), the National Education Association, and the Connecticut Nonprofit Alliance. “The Biden Administration put the Department of Education back on the side of students and hardworking American people—they made that clear when they overhauled PSLF last fall, and our new bill would make those improvements permanent,” said Congressman Courtney. “PSLF was established to reward Americans who entered careers that our communities depend on, like teachers, nurses, firefighters, and police officers. My office has heard from many people in these professions who worked hard, followed the rules, but were still denied the PSLF relief they were promised, and we’ve been pressing on their behalf to make the program more transparent and fair. October’s overhaul of PSLF was a big step in the right direction, and our new bill would codify those improvements along with an additional slate of upgrades to make it easier for America’s public service workers to qualify for, navigate, and benefit from this patriotic program.” “Like many, I relied on student loans to pursue my dream of becoming a teacher and returning to my high needs community to teach,” said Congresswoman Hayes. “I know the crushing burden of student loan payments on a teacher salary. Our federal laws should incentivize people to enter public service—not create unnecessary burdens that keep them from serving their communities. I applaud Congressman Courtney for his leadership in improving the Public Service Forgiveness Program and making careers in public service more attainable for all.” “On behalf of the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) and its 25,000 members, I am pleased to provide our support for the ‘Simplifying and Strengthening PSLF Act’ as well as our appreciation to Representative Courtney for his leadership,” saidAngel B. Pérez, NACAC CEO. “Public Service Loan Forgiveness, which NACAC has supported since before its enactment into law, will help those who go into public service professions to alleviate student loan debt. This new legislation will expand the benefits of PSLF to more borrowers at a time when it is badly needed and in a way that will continue to benefit students who choose to devote their lives to public service.” “The National Association of Social Workers (NASW), Connecticut Chapter strongly supports Congressman Courtney’s introduction of the Simplifying and Strengthening PSLF Act. Social workers are essential workers, who qualify for public service loan forgiveness,” saidSteve Wanczyk-Karp, LMSW, Executive Director, NASW CT Chapter. “In Connecticut, social workers provide approximately two-thirds of all mental health services. For over two years these social workers have been on the front lines of mental health delivery in the pandemic. PSLF loan forgiveness will offer much needed financial support to the social work workforce who struggle to pay off student loans. There is a dramatic need for social workers in Connecticut and this bill supports both the current workforce and makes it feasible to expand the social work workforce.” “The Simplifying and Strengthening PSLF Act will help us to recruit and retain professional social workers, many of whom are working on the frontlines and struggling with significant student loan debt burden,” saidSarah Christa Butts, MSW, Director of Public Policy, NASW. “The Biden administration’s temporary waiver for Public Service Loan Forgiveness has been a game-changer for borrowers, so many of whom are pauperized by student loan debt,” said AFT President Randi Weingarten. “The waiver means that many of our members across the country are breathing the sigh of relief that comes with being unburdened by student debt after their decade of public service is recognized, as Congress intended. But this relief is temporary and due in large part to a lawsuit brought by the AFT. The Simplifying and Strengthening PSLF Act makes the waiver improvements permanent and modifies the program to allow borrowers relief after five years of public service. The sponsors of this bill have helped deliver on necessary debt forgiveness, the only just and moral response to the nation’s student debt crisis.” Details of the Simplifying and Strengthening PSLF Act Congress enacted the PSLF program in 2007 to encourage college graduates to pursue careers in public service. However, since the first cohort of public service workers became eligible for the program’s debt cancellation in 2017, 98% of those who applied have been rejected—largely due to failures in the programs’ administration. In October 2021, President Biden’s Department of Education announced an overhaul of the program that was expected to deliver loan forgiveness to more than 550,000 eligible American student loan borrowers—many of whom were previously denied due to bureaucratic snafus. Since then, the Department has approved $7.3 billion in loan forgiveness for more than 127,000 borrowers through the PSLF program. For perspective, the Department only discharged a total of $1.4 billion for 18,000 borrowers from 2017—October 2021. Substantial work remains to permanently address the concerns of PSLF applicants. The Simplifying and Strengthening PSLF Acttakes a step in the right direction by making the Department’s October 2021 changes to PSLF permanent, and implementing other commonsense reforms. Specifically, the bill would: Reduce the number of payments needed to qualify for PSLF loan forgiveness from 120 payments over 10 years to 60 payments over 5 years, while working for an eligible employer; Allow any prior period of repayment to count as a qualifying payment, regardless of federal loan type, repayment plan, or whether payments were made in full or on time; Clarify eligibility of active-duty military and Peace Corps volunteers whose loans were in deferment during their service tenure to expand participation in the program; and, Allow parent PLUS loan holders and couples who have previously joint-consolidated their FFEL federal loans to re-consolidate them into one Direct Loan for PSLF eligibility. Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. represents North Carolina's 12th Congressional District (Charlotte, Mecklenburg County) in the U.S. House of Representatives. In 2015, she founded the first bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus in Congress. She is a double graduate of North Carolina A&T, the largest HBCU by enrollment in the United States, and serves on the House Committee on Education & Labor; the House Financial Services Committee; and as vice chair of the House Committee on Agriculture, which has jurisdiction over the 1890s HBCUs.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:49:02Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-announces-monthly-satellite-office-hours,Adams Announces Monthly Satellite Office Hours,2022-07-05,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"HUNTERSVILLE – Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), announced her office's satellite office hours for the remainder of 2022. Adams' staff will be available once a month in Cornelius, Davidson, and Pineville; and twice a month in Huntersville. Office hours had been suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic. The monthly office hours schedule is as follows: Cornelius Town Hall: First Thursday, 3 PM - 5 PM Davidson Town Hall: First Thursday, 12 PM - 2 PM Huntersville Town Hall: First & Third Tuesday, 9 AM - 12 PM Pineville Town Hall: First Wednesday, 9 AM - 12 PM “While votes, speeches and legislation are the most visible aspects of congressional work, some of the most important work our office does is at the district level here in Charlotte and Mecklenburg County,” said Congresswoman Adams. “Our exceptional 12th Congressional District team is always on hand to help our constituents navigate issues with federal agencies, and I'm happy to announce that they are returning to the field as we continue to adjust to living with the COVID-19 pandemic as a daily reality.” Constituents who attend office hours are asked to wear an N95 mask to ensure the safety of themselves and others. Constituents seeking assistance in Charlotte or outside of satellite office hours are advised to call the Charlotte District Office at (704) 344-9950 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM. Until January 3, 2023, Adams represents the 12th Congressional District as it was drawn for the November 2020 election, including most of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County; the towns of Cornelius, Davidson, Huntersville, and Mint Hill; and portions of Pineville and Matthews.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:20:25Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/acc-cisco-and-universal-music-group-join-hbcu-partnership-challenge,"ACC, Cisco, and Universal Music Group Join HBCU Partnership Challenge",2022-07-01,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (D-NC-12) and Congressman French Hill (R-AR-02) announced 3 companies and organizations joining the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Partnership Challenge: Cisco, Universal Music Group (UMG), and the American Chemistry Council. The HBCU Caucus Partnership Challenge is an effort to promote greater engagement and support between private companies and HBCUs. Already, over 90 companies have taken the challenge. The announcement comes after the 5th Annual HBCU Diversity in Tech Summit. You can watch the summit on demand here. ""I want to thank all of our partners that have stepped up to support HBCUs in 2022, including every company that endorsed the IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act, as well as our newest HBCU Caucus Partnership Challenge Members Cisco, Universal Music Group, and the American Chemistry Council,"" said Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus. ""Right now, our HBCUs are facing a major capital infrastructure and funding challenges. As we continue to adjust to the realities of education in a COVID world, it’s an important moment for private and public partners to continue to commit to support our HBCUs. I applaud all of our private partners for taking the pledge at such a critical time.” “I am pleased Cisco, Universal Music Group, and the American Chemistry Council, have joined the HBCU Partnership Challenge. Our HBCU Partnership Challenger partners are vital to providing and promoting opportunities on behalf of our HBCU students, faculty, and alumni. Thank you to these industry leaders who have pledged their commitment to the HBCU community,” said Rep. French Hill (AR-02), co-chair of the HBCU Caucus. Companies & organizations joining the partnership challenge are excited for the opportunity: “ACC is honored to join the HBCU Partnership Challenge. ACC and our members are committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in the chemical industry and creating a pipeline of diverse, talented students to build a more sustainable future for all. As a Founding Partner in the Future of STEM Scholars Initiative, we have raised more than $17 million to provide scholarships, mentoring and internship opportunities to students majoring in preferred STEM fields at HBCUs,” said Chris Jahn, President & CEO, American Chemistry Council. “ACC is also proud to join in support of the IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act, which will provide needed funding for infrastructure enhancements at HBCUs. I applaud the leadership of Rep. Adams, Rep. Hill, Senator Coons and Senator Scott on these important initiatives.” “Cisco is thrilled to join the bipartisan HBCU Partnership Challenge and continue our engagement with HBCUs. We are an early investor of the Student Freedom Initiative and are independently working to improve broadband access on all HBCU campuses. There is more work to be done and we are committed to being an active member of the Partnership Challenge,”said Francine Katsoudas, EVP and Chief People, Policy & Purpose Officer at Cisco. Eric Hutcherson, EVP and Chief People & Inclusion Officer of Universal Music Group, the world’s leading music-based entertainment company, said, “An educated, skilled, diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to companies’ success. Initiatives like the HBCU Partnership Challenge are essential to robust workforce development and we commend Representatives Adams and Hill for their leadership. UMG is proud to join this important effort as a complement to the work of our Task Force for Meaningful Change, and our summer internship program for HBCU students and recent graduates, which offers professional experiences working across our business. That program and the associated mentorship program has expanded a pipeline of Black talent for permanent positions at UMG, including the development of future music leaders.” Background on the HBCU Partnership Challenge Sixty-seven percent of job seekers say a diverse workforce is important when considering job offers, and organizations that report higher levels of racial diversity bring in nearly 15 times more sales revenue than their counterparts. The Bipartisan HBCU Caucus believes that in order to achieve true diversity in our workforce, we must focus on the front-end of this conversation – our students and the schools they attend. The impact of HBCUs on our workforce is clear. HBCUs produce: 27 percent of all African-American STEM graduates; 40 percent of all African-American engineers; 50 percent of all African-American lawyers; 50 percent of all African-American public-school teachers; and 80 percent of all African-American judges. These statistics demonstrate how HBCUs are vital to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Additional information on the challenge is available here. For more information, please contact Sam Spencer (Sam.Spencer@mail.house.gov). About Universal Music Group At Universal Music Group, we exist to shape culture through the power of artistry. UMG is the world leader in music-based entertainment, with a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising and audiovisual content. Featuring the most comprehensive catalogue of recordings and songs across every musical genre, UMG identifies and develops artists and produces and distributes the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music in the world. Committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship, UMG fosters the development of services, platforms, and business models in order to broaden artistic and commercial opportunities for our artists and create new experiences for fans. For more information, visit www.universalmusic.com. About the American Chemistry Council The American Chemistry Council (ACC) represents the leading companies engaged in the multibillion-dollar business of chemistry. ACC members apply the science of chemistry to make innovative products, technologies and services that make people’s lives better, healthier and safer. ACC is committed to improved environmental, health, safety and security performance through Responsible Care®; common sense advocacy addressing major public policy issues; and health and environmental research and product testing. ACC members and chemistry companies are among the largest investors in research and development, and are advancing products, processes and technologies to address climate change, enhance air and water quality, and progress toward a more sustainable, circular economy. About the Future of STEM Scholars Initiative The Future of STEM Scholars Initiative was founded in 2020 by the American Chemistry Council, the American Institute of Chemical Engineers, The Chemours Company, and the HBCU Week Foundation. FOSSI is a national chemical industry-wide program which provides scholarships to students pursuing degrees in relevant science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), helping to eliminate financial barriers for historically under-represented groups. Sponsored by chemical manufacturers and related industry stakeholders, FOSSI provides scholarship recipients $10,000 per year for four years and connects these students to leadership development, mentoring and internship opportunities at participating companies. Learn more at FutureofSTEMscholars.org. Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. represents North Carolina's 12th Congressional District (Charlotte, Mecklenburg County). In 2015, she founded the first bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus in Congress. She is a double graduate of North Carolina A&T, the largest HBCU by enrollment in the United States, and serves on the House Committee on Education & Labor; the House Financial Services Committee; and the House Committee on Agriculture, which has jurisdiction over the 1890s HBCUs.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:20:25Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/7/congresswoman-ross-statement-10-year-offshore-wind-leasing-moratorium-north,Congresswoman Ross Statement on the 10-year Offshore Wind Leasing Moratorium in North Carolina Taking Effect,2022-07-01,2022,2022-07,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C.—Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the following statement on the 10-year moratorium on offshore wind leasing off the North Carolina coast going into effect: “I am extremely disappointed that former President Trump’s 10-year moratorium on offshore wind leasing was allowed to go into effect today. North Carolina offers incredible potential for the offshore wind industry, leading East Coast states in both offshore wind energy generation capacity potential and manufacturing workforce. I will continue to pursue every possible avenue to pass legislation that will overturn this moratorium and allow our state to develop this resource, capture its economic and environmental benefits, and power millions of homes.” In September 2020, President Trump signed an order prohibiting offshore leasing for energy exploration, development, or production off the coasts of Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. Shortly after, Trump added North Carolina to the moratorium, which affects both oil and gas leasing and leasing for renewable energy sources like offshore wind. Congresswoman Ross has led efforts to advance offshore wind off the North Carolina coast, including introducing legislation to overturn the offshore wind leasing moratorium while leaving the oil and gas leasing moratorium in place, and sending a bipartisan letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) expressing support for the Bureau’s efforts to promptly and responsibly advance lease sales of existing wind energy areas (WEAs) and identify new WEAs off the coast of North Carolina. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:20:25Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/6/congresswoman-ross-statement-supreme-courts-decision-hear-north-carolina,Congresswoman Ross Statement on the Supreme Court’s Decision to Hear North Carolina Elections Case,2022-06-30,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Raleigh, N.C. — Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the following statement on the Supreme Court’s decision to hear Moore v. Harper. This case follows the decision of the Supreme Court of North Carolina to strike down gerrymandered redistricting maps approved by the North Carolina General Assembly’s Republican majority. “In just one week, a conservative majority on the Supreme Court has handed down disastrous decisions that will have extreme ramifications for years to come. They have stripped women of their reproductive freedom. They have jeopardized gun safety regulations across the country. They have encouraged violations of the separation of church and state. They have gutted our ability to respond to the climate crisis. And now they have decided to take up a case that could determine the fate of free and fair elections in North Carolina and beyond. “I am extremely concerned about the outcome of this case. The notion that legislatures should be immune from judicial oversight in drawing state and congressional maps has no precedent. In North Carolina, the timely intervention of our state Supreme Court was necessary to block the Republican majority in the General Assembly from enacting an extreme partisan gerrymander that would have suppressed voters’ voices, particularly the voices of people of color. “While we await a decision in this case, I will continue fighting in Congress to pass comprehensive legislation to protect the rights of all voters – both Democrats and Republicans.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:13:54Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-turner-strickland-brown-and-stewart-introduce-hbcu-rise-act,"Adams, Turner, Strickland, Brown, and Stewart Introduce HBCU RISE Act",2022-06-29,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), founder and co-chair of the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus, announced the introduction of H.R.8140, the HBCU Research, Innovation, Security, and Excellence Act or HBCU RISE Act along with original cosponsors Michael Turner (OH-10), vice chair of the HBCU Caucus,Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Anthony Brown (MD-04), and Chris Stewart (UT-02). A Senate companion bill, S.4018, was introduced by Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD). The legislation creates a pilot program under the Department of Defense to enable Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) designated as high research activity status (R2) to achieve very high research activity status (R1). The text of HBCU RISE was included in the House version of the NDAA, currently under consideration. Text of the bill is available here. “HBCU presidents and leaders often ask me how we can help our colleges and universities achieve the ‘very high research activity status’ or ‘R1’ designation, a status that unlocks everything from top-tier talent to increased federal funding,” said Congresswoman Adams. “The HBCU RISE Act is part of the solution. This bipartisan bill will establish a grant program that will help HBCUs rise in the rankings of research institutions, unlocking the untapped potential of these exceptional institutions.” “The RISE Act will fully recognize the impressive research and academics at HBCUs around the country and expand opportunities for students in our local communities. As the co-chair of the HBCU Caucus, I believe this piece of legislation will create new pathways and open doors for students by expanding HBCUs’ research opportunities, which would be highly beneficial to improving our national defense,” said Rep. Turner. “HBCUs provide a quality education, a unique experience, and an enriching environment for thousands of students. Supporting their growth and research capabilities is key to supporting their students, faculty, and staff and to creating a more diverse pipeline for careers in STEM. I was proud to introduce this bipartisan bill in the Senate to help expand research opportunities for our outstanding HBCUs in Maryland and across the country, and I’m glad to team up with Representative Adams, who is introducing its companion in the House. Investing more in the success of our HBCUs – and the success of our students – is an investment in our future,” said Senator Van Hollen. “The HBCU RISE Act will bring much-needed investments in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). As a graduate of Clark Atlanta University, I am proud to help uplift minority-serving institutions through helping get the financial support and recognition they deserve,” said Congresswoman Strickland. “Meaningfully investing in the highest performing research-focused HBCUs is an investment in our nation’s future and will help meet our accelerating STEM workforce demands and safeguard our national security. HBCUs are critical institutions for innovation, R&D and training the next generation of diverse STEM professionals,” said Congressman Brown. “This bipartisan legislation is an important step forward in tapping this country’s fullest potential.” Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. represents North Carolina's 12th Congressional District (Charlotte, Mecklenburg County). In 2015, she founded the first bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus in Congress. She is a double graduate of North Carolina A&T, the largest HBCU by enrollment in the United States, and serves on the House Committee on Education & Labor; the House Financial Services Committee; and the House Committee on Agriculture, which has jurisdiction over the 1890s HBCUs.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:13:54Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/hbcu-caucus-celebrates-partnership-challenge-victories,HBCU Caucus Celebrates Partnership Challenge Victories,2022-06-28,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), founder and co-chair of the Congressional Bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus, celebrated recent victories for the HBCU Caucus Partnership Challenge. Two partnership challenge companies, Novartis and Truist, announced significant investments in HBCUs during the month of June. The HBCU Caucus Partnership Challenge is an effort to promote greater engagement and support between private companies and HBCUs. Already, over 90 companies have taken the challenge. Beacon of Hope This month, Novartis expanded its Beacon of Hope Program, a 10-year collaboration with 26 Historically Black Colleges, Universities and Medical Schools and other organizations to address disparities in health and education, and create greater diversity, equity and inclusion across the research and development ecosystem. The program will establish three new clinical trial Centers of Excellence with grants totaling $17.7 million over 10 years from the Novartis US Foundation, bringing our commitment in Beacon of Hope initiatives to more than $50 million over 10 years. The Centers of Excellence will be established at Howard University College of Medicine, Meharry Medical College and Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science. The program has already established a center of excellence at the Morehouse School of Medicine. “We need more African American and Black students to become healthcare leaders, and that’s why investments like Novartis’ Beacon of Hope program are so important,” said Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus. “By working with Howard University College of Medicine, Meharry Medical College and Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science to create Clinical Trial Centers of Excellence, Novartis will not only make sure clinical studies better represent the US population and improve health outcomes, they will also give more Black students the opportunity to be on the cutting edge of medical technology and science. Beacon of Hope is a great example of how HBCU Partnership Challenge companies are keeping their promises to our HBCUs and the communities they represent.” Diversity in Tech The Bipartisan Congressional HBCU Caucus, in partnership with Truist Financial and Virginia Union University, hosted the 5th Annual HBCU Diversity in Tech Summit on June 17. During the hybrid conference, Truist presented HBCU students with $50,000 in scholarships. The summit convened businesses and HBCUs for a conversation about best practices on how to engage with HBCUs to recruit and retain a diverse workforce. With a primary focus on increased diversity in technology, the summit explored the impact of diversity across industries and how HBCUs are taking on the challenge/leading the charge. Photos from the event, including scholarship presentations, are available here. “I was excited to join Truist, education leaders, and members of the Bipartisan HBCU Caucus for our Diversity in Tech Summit. Our congressional partners as well as our corporate partners recognize that diversity creates a stronger workforce, and that HBCUs play a critical role in creating the business leaders of the future,” said Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus. “HBCUs contribute nearly $15 billion to our economy annually and have provided pathways of opportunity to millions of Americans, many of whom are first generation college students. HBCUs are key to diversifying the workforce, and that’s why I’m proud to be the honorary host of the Diversity in Tech Summit every year.” Background on the HBCU Partnership Challenge Sixty-seven percent of job seekers say a diverse workforce is important when considering job offers, and organizations that report higher levels of racial diversity bring in nearly 15 times more sales revenue than their counterparts. The Bipartisan HBCU Caucus believes that in order to achieve true diversity in our workforce, we must focus on the front-end of this conversation – our students and the schools they attend. The impact of HBCUs on our workforce is clear. HBCUs produce: 27 percent of all African-American STEM graduates; 40 percent of all African-American engineers; 50 percent of all African-American lawyers; 50 percent of all African-American public-school teachers; and 80 percent of all African-American judges. These statistics demonstrate how HBCUs are vital to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Additional information on the challenge is available here. For more information, please contact Sam Spencer (Sam.Spencer@mail.house.gov). Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. represents North Carolina's 12th Congressional District (Charlotte, Mecklenburg County). In 2015, she founded the first bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus in Congress. She is a double graduate of North Carolina A&T, the largest HBCU by enrollment in the United States, and serves on the House Committee on Education & Labor; the House Financial Services Committee; and the House Committee on Agriculture, which has jurisdiction over the 1890s HBCUs.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:13:54Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/tomorrow-rep-adams-hosts-first-annual-mens-health-symposium,Tomorrow: Rep. Adams Hosts First Annual Men's Health Symposium,2022-06-28,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLOTTE – This Wednesday, June 29th, between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM, the Office of Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) will host its inaugural Men’s Health Symposium. This symposium will raise awareness about healthcare for men and address diseases that disproportionately impact men, such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and depression. The discussion will focus on encouraging men to practice a healthier lifestyle in observance of National Men’s Health Month (June). The event is open to the public and open press. Panelists include representatives from Mecklenburg Country, Novant Health, Carolina Urology Partners, and EY Americas' Center for Health Equity. Registration for the event is open to the public and media here. Graphics advertising the event are available here, as well as a short description of the event. Rep. Adams' remarks as prepared for delivery are available under embargo by emailing sam.spencer@mail.house.gov. Who: Men’s Health Experts and Advocates What: Rep. Adams' 2022 Inaugural Men’s Health Symposium Where: Zoom, Register Here or use adams.house.gov/MensHealth for printed materials When: 10:00 AM EDT, This Wednesday June 29th ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:13:54Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-decries-fundamentally-wrong-supreme-court-decision-abortion,Adams Decries “Fundamentally Wrong” Supreme Court Decision on Abortion,2022-06-24,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today at an 11:30 AM press conference, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02), Congresswoman Kathy Manning (NC-06), Congressman Troy Carter (LA-02) and Calla Hales of A Preferred Women’s Health Center spoke out about today’s Supreme Court opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, which will have widespread consequences not only for women and parents across America, but also for the LGBTQ community and many others. Video of the press conference is available for download here, and on YouTube here. “Today’s decision is fundamentally wrong. This decision will affect everyone, but the impact will fall hardest on who already face barriers to care: Black and Brown women, those who live in rural areas or have lower incomes and can’t afford to cross state lines for care, young people and LGBTQ people, and women in abusive relationships,” said Congresswoman Adams. “Moving forward, we need to protect abortion providers and support patients and organizers who are working to get our neighbors the care they need. At home in North Carolina, our governor must continue to protect and expand access to abortion, so no one is denied the health care they need. I will work with legislators and advocates to fight any proposal from the North Carolina General Assembly that uses this ruling as an opportunity to turn back the clock for women.” Congresswoman Adams’ full remarks as prepared for delivery are below: Today is a sad day. The Supreme Court has overturned the constitutional right to abortion established in Roe v. Wade. I’m thankful to Congresswoman Deborah Ross, Congresswoman Kathy Manning, my dear friend Calla Hales of A Preferred Women’s Health Center, and all of my colleagues on the call for taking the time out to talk about one of the worst Supreme Court decisions in our lifetimes. First, for those of you in the state of North Carolina, let me say loudly and clearly abortion care is still legal today in the State of North Carolina, as well as many other states. However, this abhorrent ruling doesn’t end with abortion. Justice Alito writes in his opinion that overturning Roe v. Wade and Casey should be used to invalidate the entire idea of a right to privacy and leads Justice Thomas to saying we should reconsider Obergefell, Griswold, and Lawrence. That means this Supreme Court is comfortable overturning the constitutional right to Marriage Equality, the right to use contraceptives, and the very right for same-sex couples to have relationships. So I’m angry. I’m angry as Hell today. Because this decision is fundamentally wrong. This decision will affect everyone, but the impact will fall hardest on who already face barriers to care: Black and Brown women, those who live in rural areas or have lower incomes and can’t afford to cross state lines for care, young people and LGBTQ people, and women in abusive relationships. These five justices were appointed by two presidents who lost the popular vote. Yet, they have overturned what was a 7-2 decision in 1973, a decision that 69 percent of Americans across the political spectrum support today and that Americans have considered settled for half a century. The Supreme Court has now greenlit forced pregnancy, taking away freedom for pregnant people to make this intensely personal decision for themselves, and given it away to politicians. Every situation and every pregnancy is different. We should trust people, not politicians, to make their own decisions about their health and their lives. The Court's majority has no respect for other precedents that have been won in recent decades: the right to interracial and same-sex marriage, the right of queer people to exist in public, the right to contraception, and more. House Democrats have passed bills to protect LGBTQ rights and abortion rights, as well as to end discriminatory insurance coverage bans on abortion to expand access — but all have been blocked by Republicans in the Senate. Those Senators who voted no have an obligation to reconsider their decision. We clearly need not just a Democratic majority, but a clear pro-choice majority in the Senate, as we do in the House. This decision doesn’t change the fact that abortion is still health care, and people will still need to access it. It’s now going to be a state-by-state fight to get people the care they need. Despite this disastrous decision, we will continue to work in Congress for reproductive justice and equality, and enshrine the bodily autonomy of women and parents in the law. We need to reform the filibuster, so a Jim Crow procedure is not standing the way of action to protect people’s human rights. Let’s continue to take this righteous anger to the streets and to the voting booths. We need to protect abortion providers and support patients and organizers who are working to get our neighbors the care they need At home in North Carolina, our governor must continue to protect and expand access to abortion, so no one is denied the health care they need, and so we can serve as a haven for those who will come from other states. I will work with legislators and advocates to fight any proposal from the North Carolina General Assembly that uses this ruling as an opportunity to turn back the clock for women. With that, I will turn things over to one of my colleagues who has worked with me to protect choice since we served together in the North Carolina General Assembly - Congresswoman Deborah Ross.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:39:01Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-pressley-lead-black-congresswomen-urging-biden-declare-public,"Adams, Pressley Lead Black Congresswomen Urging Biden to Declare Public Health Emergency Amid Threats to Abortion Rights",2022-06-24,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Text of Letter (PDF) WASHINGTON – In a letter today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), co-founder and Co-Chair of the Black Maternal Health Caucus and Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), Chair of the Pro-Choice Caucus’ Abortion Rights and Access Task Force, alongside Congresswomen Barbara Lee (CA-13), Co-Chair of the Pro-Choice Caucus, andCori Bush (MO-01), led their Black women colleagues in urging President Biden to use all applicable executive authorities to protect fundamental reproductive rights and abortion access in response to recent attacks on abortion care—including by declaring a public health and national emergency. Additionally, Rep. Adams will hold a media availability on Zoom after the Dobbs decision is announced. To RSVP, or for more information, please email sam.spencer@mail.house.gov. With the extreme right-wing Supreme Court majority poised to overturn Roe v. Wade—a move that would disproportionately put Black lives at risk—Adams, Pressley and several women members of the Congressional Black Caucus are calling on President Biden to act with urgency. “It is clear that attacks on reproductive rights and abortion access are a threat to the public health and will put Black lives most at risk,” the lawmakers wrote. “We urge you to use any and all executive authorities to address the public health crisis our nation will face if Roe v. Wade is dismantled. Declaring a public health emergency and national emergency will allow your Administration to utilize additional flexibilities, deploy resources where necessary and act with the urgency that this moment requires.” Research indicates Black women already face significant systemic barriers to accessing essential sexual and reproductive health care services, contributing to the alarming maternal morbidity rate, and one harrowing studyestimates that banning abortion across the United States would result in an estimated 21% increase in maternal deaths across all races, and a 33% increase in maternal deaths among Black individuals. “In the midst of a Black maternal mortality crisis already robbing us of the lives of Black women three to four times the rate of white women, restricting access to abortion care will disproportionately endanger the lives of Black women and pregnant people,” the lawmakers continued. “In this unprecedented moment, we must act urgently as if lives depend on it because they do.” Joining the lawmakers in sending the letter are Reps. Joyce Beatty, Brenda Lawrence, Gwen Moore, Yvette Clarke, Nikema Williams, Terri Sewell, Bonnie Watson Coleman, Ilhan Omar, Jahana Hayes, Lisa Blunt Rochester, Marilyn Strickland, Eleanor Holmes-Norton, Shontel Brown, Lucy McBath, Karen Bass, and Stacey Plaskett. A copy of the letter can be accessed here.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:39:01Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/6/congresswoman-ross-statement-supreme-court-decision-overturn-roe-v-wade,Congresswoman Ross Statement on Supreme Court Decision to Overturn Roe v. Wade,2022-06-24,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington D.C.—Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the below statement following the Supreme Court decision to overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade ruling: “The bottom line is this: women will lose control over all aspects of their lives because of this decision. “The Supreme Court has done what many believed was unthinkable for nearly half a century. By overturning Roe v. Wade, they have stripped millions of women of a sacred constitutional right. And they did so even though the vast majority of Americans agree that women should have the right to make their own reproductive healthcare decisions. I fear for all our sisters and daughters and I fear for the state of North Carolina, where we will need to fight tooth and nail in the coming weeks and months to preserve access to abortion healthcare. “The people of North Carolina elected me to stand up for them, and I will not give up. I will not back down. I will join with people across our state from both political parties and from every walk of life. Together, we will keep fighting every day until all women have control over their own reproductive decisions.”",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:13:54Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/6/congresswoman-ross-votes-historic-bipartisan-gun-violence-prevention-package,Congresswoman Ross Votes for Historic Bipartisan Gun Violence Prevention Package,2022-06-24,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C.—Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) voted to pass the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, an historic, commonsense package to reduce the threat of gun violence across the country and protect America’s children and schools. Already passed the Senate, this legislation now goes to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law. “Today, after nearly three decades of inaction on gun safety, of empty thoughts and prayers and hollow promises, we are making progress to prevent senseless gun violence. The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act will not bring back the countless lives lost and communities torn apart by gun violence, but it will help Americans stay safe – whether they are at school, at the grocery store, at a house of worship, or anywhere else, “ said Congresswoman Ross. “The American people have been asking for change, and today, we put aside our partisan differences to deliver that. This package is a good first step, but we cannot stop there. We must continue fighting to make our communities safer and ensure our children do not live in fear.” This Bipartisan Safer Communities Act includes the following provisions: Support for State Crisis Intervention Orders: Creates $750 million for states to create and administer laws that will ensure deadly weapons are kept out of the hands of individuals determined by a court. Closes the Boyfriend Loophole: Adds convicted domestic violence abusers in dating relationships to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System. Penalties for Straw Purchasing: Creates federal straw purchasing and gun trafficking criminal offenses, allowing prosecutors to target dangerous illegal gunrunners. Clarified Definition of Federally Licensed Firearms Dealer: Cracks down on criminals who illegally evade licensing requirements and clarifies which sellers need to register, conduct background checks, and keep appropriate records. Enhanced Background Checks for People Under 21: Requires an investigative period to review juvenile and mental health records, including checks with state databases and local law enforcement, for buyers under 21 years of age, creating an enhanced, longer background check of up to ten days. Anti-Violence Community Initiatives: Provides $250 million in funding for community-based violence prevention initiatives. Earlier this month, the House passed the Protecting Our Kids Act and Federal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act, which would directly impact gun sales, safety, and accessibility to prevent violence in American schools, workplaces, and communities. Congresswoman Ross spoke on the House Floor in support of the legislation. To view or download the video file, click here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-06T18:13:54Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-murphy-announce-gender-equity-legislation-50th-anniversary-title,"Adams, Murphy Announce Gender Equity Legislation on 50th Anniversary of Title IX",2022-06-23,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – On the 50th Anniversary of the effective date Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, commonly known as “Title IX,” Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) and Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut announced the forthcoming introduction of the Fair Play for Women Act of 2022, legislation that will address gaps in Title IX. The proposed legislation would: Provide more information for college and high school students and parents about how to contact their Title IX coordinators; Give greater authority to the Department of Education to bring schools into compliance; and Create streamlined regulations around revenue distribution for colleges and their external partners. “Our legislation, the Fair Play for Women Act, would make updates to the Title IX to address gaps in the law and keep Title IX strong for generations of women to come,” said Adams. “As a legislator for three decades, high school athlete, and a college professor at a women’s college for more than 40 years, I have fought not only to support Title IX and its positive impact on college athletics and other collegiate programs, but also to make sure the law continues to give women the opportunities we deserve. As a mother and grandmother, I want to make sure that my granddaughters and their friends grow up in a world where they are empowered to succeed. “The students of today and tomorrow deserve a level playing field, an equitable collegiate experience, and freedom from discrimination and harassment. I am committed to working alongside my colleagues, like Senators Murphy and Feinstein and Representative Trahan to pass this meaningful legislation to update Title IX, and renew its promise to keep women at the table and on the field,” concluded Adams. “It should not be up to the women in the United States Senate and House to carry the fight on Title IX. It should not be up to only women athletes to raise the importance of preserving and expanding the rights under Title IX. All of us should be invested in this fight and in this work,” said Murphy. “With The Fair Play for Women Act of 2022, we are attempting to pass a piece of legislation that allows us to make real the commitment of Title IX and finish the work that’s been undone.” Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. is a member of the House Committee on Education & Labor, where she serves as chair of the Workforce Protections Subcommittee. Prior to serving in Congress, she was a 40-year educator at Bennett College, a women’s HBCU in Greensboro, N.C., and 20-year member of the North Carolina House of Representatives. Adams graduated from North Carolina A&T State University in 1968 and received her Master’s degree in Art Education in 1972. She earned her Ph.D. in Art Education and Multicultural Education from The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio in 1981. She is the founder and co-chair of the Congressional Bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:39:01Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/6/congresswoman-ross-statement-federal-partnership-east-coast-states-promote,Congresswoman Ross Statement on Federal Partnership with East Coast States to Promote Offshore Wind Industry,2022-06-23,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C.—Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) released the below statement following the Biden Administration announcement of a new federal-state offshore wind partnership with East Coast governors, including North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper, to grow American-made clean energy: “North Carolina is perfectly positioned to lead the nation’s offshore wind industry, and this announcement is the latest step in that direction. With this new program, the Biden Administration and governors from up and down the East Coast are teaming up to accelerate the growing offshore wind industry. I’m proud that Governor Cooper is a leading voice for North Carolina in this effort and I’m excited to keep fighting at the federal and state level to fully-develop our nation's offshore wind supply chain, create jobs, and invest in our future.” ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:39:01Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-applauds-bipartisan-bicameral-agreement-extend-school-nutrition,"Adams Applauds Bipartisan, Bicameral Agreement to Extend School Nutrition Waivers",2022-06-22,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) applauded a bipartisan agreement to extend school nutrition waivers for school systems across the United States. The pandemic-era waivers are set to expire on June 30. “I applaud the bipartisan agreement to extend school nutrition waivers because no student or child should ever go hungry in our country,” said Congresswoman Adams. “Food security is one of my top priorities in Congress because proper nutrition and public education work together to enrich young minds and bodies, and to prepare students to succeed later in life. Given the reality of higher prices at the grocery store, children and their families can’t afford to lose the free, nutritious meals available at schools across our country. While the legislation is far from perfect, without this agreement to extend school nutrition waivers, many students would have faced a hunger crisis over the summer.” Yesterday afternoon, House Education and Labor Committee Chairman Bobby Scott (VA-03) and Ranking Member Virginia Foxx (NC-05), along with Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Ranking Member John Boozman (R-AR), announced an agreement to help school and summer providers keep kids fed. The Keep Kids Fed Act will provide important funding and flexibility for communities to provide children healthy meals this summer and provide support to schools and daycares to respond to supply chain challenges and high food costs for the coming school year. Bill text is available here. Background Beginning in March of 2020, the United States Congress granted waivers guaranteeing all K-12 students and school-aged children free school breakfast and lunch regardless of a family’s income or a school’s Title I eligibility. The waivers also gave schools flexibility and funding to deliver healthy, nutritious school meals to their students. Unfortunately, legislation to extend the waivers fell apart in March, and schools have been preparing for a “hunger cliff” when the waivers expire in 9 days on June 30. Last week, after months of advocacy, Rep. Adams addressed the United States House of Representatives, urging her colleagues to take action on this issue. Video of the speech is available on YouTube here and for download here. Adams serves as vice chair of the U.S. House Committee on Agriculture. “Hunger” is one of Adams’ “4H” legislative priorities in Congress that include Higher Education, Healthcare, and Housing. Her signature food security legislation, the Closing the Meal Gap Act, has 107 cosponsors in the 117th Congress. Keep Kids Fed Act of 2022 (H.R. 8150) Children need healthy meals to learn and grow. Children in food insecure households have a higher risk of being hospitalized in early childhood and suffering from chronic diseases, such as asthma. For adolescents, food insecurity is linked to mental health issues, such as depression and suicidal ideation. Even before the pandemic, too many children did not have access to healthy food. In 2018, nearly 1 in every 7 households with children struggled to put enough food on the table. Just weeks into the pandemic, more than 1 in every 3 households with children and nearly half of all mothers with young children struggled with food insecurity. In response, Congress took action to help address and prevent child hunger— including through the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. Specifically, this bill provided the U.S. Department of Agriculture with the flexibility it needed to expand eligibility for school meals and address the challenges of serving students who were not physically present in school buildings. Unfortunately, Congress did not extend the key flexibilities provided to the U.S. Department of Agriculture through the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). Yet, schools are still grappling with the impact of the pandemic, such as rising food costs and ongoing supply chain issues. If Congress fails to extend certain flexibilities under FFRCA, they will expire on June 30, 2022, potentially stripping millions of students of access to healthy meals. The Solution The Keep Kids Fed Act of 2022 extends flexibilities provided through FFCRA and ensures that schools can continue to provide meals for students. Specifically, the bill: Provides nationwide waiver authority for school meal flexibilities that do not increase costs; Allows waivers related to the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) and Seamless Summer Option (SSO) during the summer months; Increases reimbursement rates for the 2022-2023 school year by an additional 15 cents per breakfast and 40 cents per lunch; and Provides enhanced support to the Child and Adult Care Feeding Program (CACFP).",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:39:01Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/tomorrow-rep-alma-adams-and-hbcu-caucus-host-fifth-annual-diversity,Tomorrow: Rep. Alma Adams and the HBCU Caucus Host Fifth Annual Diversity in Tech Summit,2022-06-16,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"Washington, D.C.– Tomorrow, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), the Bipartisan Congressional HBCU Caucus, Truist, business leaders, and leaders from Historically Black Colleges and Universities are meeting virtually and on site at Virginia Union University for the Diversity in Tech Summit. Interested parties can register for the summit here. The 5th Annual HBCU Diversity In Tech Summit will convene businesses and HBCUs for a conversation about best practices on how to engage with HBCUs to recruit and retain a diverse workforce. While the primary focus is increased diversity in technology, join us as we explore the impact of diversity across industries and how HBCUs are taking on the challenge/leading the charge. “I am excited to join Truist, education leaders, and members of the Bipartisan HBCU Caucus for our Diversity in Tech Summit. Our congressional partners as well as our corporate partners recognize that diversity creates a stronger workforce, and that HBCUs play a critical role in creating the business leaders of the future,” said Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus. “HBCUs contribute nearly $15 billion to our economy annually and have provided pathways of opportunity to millions of Americans, many of whom are first generation college students. HBCUs are key to diversifying the workforce, and that’s why I’m proud to be the honorary host of the Diversity in Tech Summit.” During the Summit, hundreds of participants from HBCUs, organizations, technology companies, and industry will participate in programming and panel discussions. For more information on the Diversity in Tech Summit, please contact Sam Spencer (Sam.Spencer@mail.house.gov) in Congresswoman Adams’ office. Who: Rep. Alma Adams, Gov. Glenn Youngkin, HBCU Caucus Members, HBCU Presidents and leaders, many others What: 5th Annual Diversity in Tech Summit presented by Truist Where: Virginia Union University, Richmond, VA and Virtually; register to attend virtually here. When: 9:30 AM EDT – 2:00 PM EDT",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:39:01Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/6/congresswoman-ross-votes-combat-inflation-and-lower-costs-north-carolinians,Congresswoman Ross Votes to Combat Inflation and Lower Costs for North Carolinians,2022-06-16,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington D.C.—This week, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) voted to pass two pieces of legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives that will lower prices for American families. The Lower Food & Fuel Costs Act passed today and is a package that will lower the high price of groceries, meat and poultry, and gas at the pump. Earlier this week, Congresswoman Ross also voted to pass the bipartisan Ocean Shipping Reform Act, which will reduce high fees charged by international shipping companies and prevent American-made goods from being left on the dock. Previously approved by the Senate, this legislation now heads to the President’s desk. “North Carolinians continue to feel the pain of rising prices and many in our communities are now struggling to afford food, gas, and other household necessities,” said Congresswoman Ross. “This week, the House took decisive action to lower costs for the American people. I’m glad we could get this done, but the work does not stop here. We must continue to seek solutions to reduce the burden on families trying to make ends meet and small businesses fighting to keep their doors open.” The Lower Food & Fuel Costs Act will: Lower Food Prices in the Grocery Store – Russia and Ukraine are major global producers of key components of fertilizer, and Putin’s war has dramatically driven up the costs of fertilizer for American farmers, in turn, driving up prices in the grocery store. The Lower Food & Fuel Costs Act reduces the country’s dependence on foreign fertilizer production and includes bipartisan bills to help American farmers lower their costs with USDA funds as well as loan guarantees to pay for solutions. Lower Meat & Poultry Costs – Anti-competitive practices by the major meatpacking conglomerates are driving up the price of meat and poultry. The Lower Food & Fuel Costs Act strengthens competition in the meat and poultry sector and alleviates the supply chain bottlenecks that let meatpacking conglomerates set high prices. Lower Gas Prices –American ethanol grown by American farmers is crucial to combat the rising price of gas caused by the war in Ukraine. Unleaded 88 or E-15 is typically a cleaner, cheaper fuel option that costs on average approximately 40 cents less per gallon, emits less carbon pollution, and burns cleaner than regular gas. The Lower Food & Fuel Costs Act expands access to Unleaded 88 and helps deploy storage and dispensing equipment for higher ethanol blends, biodiesel and sustainable aviation fuel. The Ocean Shipping Reform Act will empower the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) to strengthen oversight of the shipping market and lower costs for consumers. This legislation will boost funding for the FMC and implement several key measures, including: Combating shipping costs by strengthening FMC enforcement action against exploitative business practices. Ensuring fairness in shipping by improving transparency and prohibiting ocean carriers from refusing to transport American cargo. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:39:01Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/6/senate-passes-bipartisan-bill-help-veterans-exposed-toxic-substances-including,"Senate Passes Bipartisan Bill to Help Veterans Exposed to Toxic Substances, Including Ross-Supported Camp Lejeune Justice Act",2022-06-16,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington D.C.—Today, the U.S. Senate passed the bipartisan Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our PACT Act, which will enable veterans exposed to toxic substances to receive proper benefits and care. The legislation includes the Camp Lejeune Justice Act, bipartisan legislation supported by Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) that gives affected veterans the opportunity to seek compensation for exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Base in North Carolina. For decades, Marines and their families stationed at this base unknowingly consumed, bathed in, and used water containing harmful chemicals and industrial solvents. However, North Carolina law has prevented them from seeking relief in court. The Honoring Our PACT Act corrects this injustice. “North Carolina veterans put themselves in harm’s way to defend our nation, and we have a profound obligation to provide them with the resources they need to live healthy, fulfilling lives,” said Congresswoman Ross. “Too many servicemembers have been exposed to toxic substances while serving our country, only to return home without access to the care and benefits they deserve. I am especially grateful that this legislation will enable servicemembers from Camp Lejeune who were exposed to toxic chemicals at the base to finally pursue long-overdue justice in court. Our veterans and their families should not pay the price for congressional inaction. I’m glad we are setting our partisan differences aside to pass this urgently needed legislation, and I look forward to voting for it when comes back to the House.” The Honoring Our PACT Act: provides access to VA health care to millions of veterans exposed to toxic substances; requires the VA to presume vets exposed rather than forcing vets to prove their exposure; and makes key improvements to streamline the VA's review processes for veterans to receive care for toxic exposure-related illnesses. In March, a version of this bill passed the House, which included Congresswoman Ross’ amendment to support veterans exposed to PFAS. Now that the Senate-version of the legislation has passed, it is expected to come back to the House. Congresswoman Ross spoke in support of the legislation on the House floor. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:39:01Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/6/representatives-ross-joyce-brown-turner-introduce-bipartisan-bill-support,"Representatives Ross, Joyce, Brown, Turner Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Support Police, First Responders Struggling with PTSD",2022-06-14,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington D.C.—Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (D-NC) introduced the Fighting Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Act alongside Representatives Dave Joyce (R-OH), Shontel Brown (D-OH), and Mike Turner (R-OH). Introduced during PTSD Awareness Month, this bipartisan legislation aims to help police, fire, emergency services, and 911 personnel cope with the unique and immense stress they face on the job. Specifically, the bill would help establish mental health programs for America’s law enforcement and first responders who often endure long-term challenges from providing life-saving services in moments of crisis. Senator Chuck Grassley has introduced companion legislation in the Senate. “Our first responders and law enforcement officers put their lives on the line to protect our communities and this service can take a tremendous toll,” said Congresswoman Ross. “These careers often pose serious physical and mental risks, resulting in higher rates of post-traumatic stress disorder and related mental illnesses than in the general population. This bipartisan bill will ensure that public servants who are delivering life-saving aid have access to the resources and care they need to stay healthy and continue protecting communities in North Carolina and across the country.” “Police officers and other public safety personnel are the first line of defense in our communities when disaster strikes,” said Congressman Joyce. “Unfortunately, the danger and stress they face on the job doesn’t just disappear when they’re off the clock. I’m proud to introduce this bill to ensure law enforcement officers and first responders have access to the mental health care they need to cope with trauma they face while selflessly serving our communities. I thank my colleagues on both sides of the aisle for joining me in this important effort and urge the rest of the House to support this bipartisan bill so that the men and women who risk their lives to save others are able to get the care they need.” “While serving on the frontlines protecting our communities, our police officers and first responders often face traumatic situations that can leave them with invisible wounds,” said Congresswoman Brown. “In fact, as many as 15 percent of all officers in the U.S. suffer from PTSD, which takes a toll on their well-being and impacts their decision making. This long overdue bipartisan legislation would bring us one step closer to ensuring our public safety officers can access much-needed mental health resources for PTSD.” “Each day our first responders face immense stress and heavy responsibilities as they keep our communities safe. When they need our help, it is our duty to respond. The Fighting Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Act will provide our first responders with the mental health support they rightly deserve when they need it,” said Congressman Turner. “As Mayor and now in Congress, I have worked alongside our first responders to make sure they have the professional and personal resources needed to safely do their jobs. This bipartisan legislation continues that effort.” Police officers, firefighters, emergency medical technicians, and 911 dispatchers routinely encounter high-stress situations, making them more likely to suffer from PTSD and less likely to receive help for their illness than the average American. In fact, it is estimated that as many as 15% of public safety officers currently working suffer from PTSD, with documented rates higher among female officers. Despite these statistics, only 3-5% of the 18,000 police departments across the country have suicide prevention training programs. A 2019 Office of Community Oriented Policing Services report found that many law enforcement agencies do not have the capacity, funding, or local access to mental health professionals necessary to support their officers. In an effort to reverse these statistics and direct federal resources to law enforcement agencies to better support America’s local heroes struggling with PTSD, the Fighting Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Act would require the Attorney General to establish at least one evidence-based treatment and preventative care program within the Department of Justice to help public safety officers with job-related PTSD. The legislation would also require the Attorney General to consult relevant stakeholders while crafting the program(s), including federal, state, tribal, territorial, and local agencies employing public safety officers as well as non-governmental organizations that support law enforcement officers and their families. By doing so, this bipartisan legislation lays the groundwork for much-needed action aimed at offering increased support to law enforcement officers and first responders struggling with PTSD. To read the full bill text, click here. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:39:01Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/6/representatives-ross-swalwell-reschenthaler-salazar-introduce-bill-help-child,"Representatives Ross, Swalwell, Reschenthaler, Salazar Introduce Bill to Help Child Sex Abuse Victims Seek Justice",2022-06-14,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington D.C.—Today, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (D-NC) led Representatives Eric Swalwell (D-CA), Guy Reschenthaler (R-PA), and Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL) in introducing the Eliminating Limits to Justice for Child Sex Abuse Victims Act, which will ensure that survivors of child sex abuse are able to seek justice under the federal civil remedy statute, 18 U.S.C. § 2255, without being barred by statutes of limitations. The bipartisan legislation will enable survivors who were victims of over a dozen federal child sex abuse offenses to seek civil damages in federal court no matter how long it has taken the survivor to process and disclose the abuse they suffered. The Senate version of the bill was introduced by Senate Majority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) and passed by unanimous consent in March of this year. “Survivors of sexual abuse, especially young victims, often take years to process the trauma before reporting the offenses they experienced, only to be met with statutes of limitations that prevent them from seeking justice,” said Congresswoman Ross. “I am proud to lead this commonsense, bipartisan bill in the House, alongside Representatives Swalwell, Reschenthaler, and Salazar to ensure the survivors of these terrible crimes can finally have their day in court.” “We must protect children who survive these horrific crimes so they can begin to rebuild their lives,” said Congressman Swalwell. “Our bipartisan Eliminating Limits to Justice for Child Sex Abuse Victims Act gives survivors an additional resource towards accountability by removing the civil statute of limitations for federal trafficking and child sex abuse claims. Although this legislation will not take away the pain endured by survivors, it will give them expanded opportunities for some closure and compensation toward helping them move on with their lives.” “As a former district judge, I saw firsthand the long-term physical and mental toll childhood sexual abuse takes on survivors,” said Congressman Reschenthaler. “By eliminating the statute of limitations to seek civil damages in federal court, we can ensure survivors of these heinous crimes receive the justice they deserve.” “True justice should know no time limits and our law should reflect that,” said Congresswoman Salazar. “By eliminating the statute of limitations, my colleagues and I are proud to stand with victims and ensure that victims of child sex abuse, exploitations, and trafficking do not have an arbitrary expiration on justice.” According to CHILD USA, the National Think Tank for Child Protection, data suggests that 86 percent of child sexual abuse goes unreported. For victims who do report their abuse, “delayed disclosure,” or the tendency of survivors of child sex abuse to wait for years before disclosing abuse to others, is common. Historically, delayed disclosure has impacted survivors’ path to justice. Under current federal law, no statute of limitations bars the prosecution of criminal offenses involving child sex abuse anytime while the child victim is alive or 10 years after the offense, whichever is later. However, statutes of limitations remain an obstacle for survivors under the federal civil remedy statute. While Congress in 2018 lengthened the SOL for federal civil child sex abuse claims until the victim reached age 28 or until 10 years from the discovery of the violation or injury, this SOL still does not reflect the current state of research on delayed disclosure. ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:39:01Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/advisory-adams-hosts-inaugural-mens-health-forum,Advisory: Adams Hosts Inaugural Men’s Health Forum,2022-06-13,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"CHARLOTTE – On Wednesday, June 29th, between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM, the Office of Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) will host their inaugural Men’s Health Symposium. This symposium will raise awareness about healthcare for men and address diseases that disproportionately impact men, such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and depression. The discussion will focus on encouraging men to practice a healthier lifestyle in observance of National Men’s Health Month (June). Registration for the event is open to the public and media here. Graphics advertising the event are available here, as well as a short description of the event. Who: The Office of Congresswoman Alma Adams; Men’s Health Experts and Advocates; 12th District Constituents What: 2022 Inaugural Men’s Health Symposium Where: Zoom, Register Here or use adams.house.gov/MensHealth for printed materials When: 10:00 AM EDT, Wednesday June 29th ###",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:39:01Z https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/adams-votes-life-saving-gun-violence-prevention-legislation,Adams Votes for Life-Saving Gun Violence Prevention Legislation,2022-06-10,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Alma S. Adams,A000370,adams.house.gov,adams,https://adams.house.gov/media-center/press-releases,scraper,"WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) voted to protect our communities and schools with a strong legislative package to address gun violence. The Protecting Our Kids Act includes common-sense gun safety measures that will crack down on illegal gun trafficking, keep weapons of war out of the hands of teenagers, strengthen safe gun storage, restrict access to untraceable “ghost guns” and more. Additionally, Adams voted for additional legislation to empower communities to prevent incidents of gun violence before they occur. The Federal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act empowers family members and law enforcement to seek a federal court order to temporarily remove access to guns from those who pose a danger to themselves or others, while incentivizing states to adopt their own so-called “red flag laws.” Adams will join March for Our Lives and other gun violence prevention advocates this Sunday, June 12th, at 11:00 AM at First Ward Park in Uptown Charlotte. For an excerpt of Adams’ remarks, please email Sam Spencer at sam.spencer@mail.house.gov. “Gun violence is the leading killer of children in our nation,” said Adams. “From our schools to our streets, over 650 elementary school-age children have died this year due to gun violence, including the 19 children taken from us in Uvalde, Texas. The gun lobby and Republican legislators do nothing while gun violence claims the lives of approximately 110 Americans every day. Enough is enough. That’s why I voted to stop the bloodshed, both in Charlotte and in communities across the country. With the Protecting Our Kids Act, House Democrats are advancing more common-sense measures to keep North Carolinians safe: from getting illegal guns off the streets to banning high-capacity weapons to raising the age to purchase semi-automatic weapons. “Additionally, I proudly passed another common-sense measure: empowering communities to keep guns away from those who pose a threat to themselves or others. By allowing federal courts to issue extreme risk protection orders, this new legislation will help keep deadly weapons out of dangerous hands. I remain committed to ending America’s gun violence epidemic and building a safer future for our families, and our kids,” concluded Adams. Background Gun violence in America is responsible for more than 45,000 deaths per year, including almost 1,700 in North Carolina. Every day, 30 Americans are murdered with a gun – a number that rises to more than 100 when counting suicides and accidental shootings. In addition to this daily loss of life, gun violence continues to inflict a heavy financial burden – imposing $2.8 billion in emergency room and inpatient costs on Americans each year. This epidemic of gun violence has continued to tear through communities across the country. Last month, Americans were horrified by mass shootings at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas and a supermarket in Buffalo, New York – both carried out by 18-year-olds legally armed with semi-automatic assault rifles. Just this past weekend, at least thirteen mass shootings terrorized more communities across the country. The Protecting Our Kids Act takes key steps to address this crisis. This bold legislative package includes several measures, including: The Raise the Age Act: raising the purchasing age for semi-automatic weapons to 21 years old. Currently, someone could buy a semi-automatic rifle, the weapon of choice in many mass shootings, at just 18 years old – yet you must be 21 to buy a less lethal handgun. The Prevent Gun Trafficking Act: cracking down on gun trafficking and straw purchases to get illegal guns off of our streets. The Untraceable Firearms Act: subjecting ghost gun purchases to background check requirements. The Closing the Bump Stock Loophole Act: closing the bump stock loophole to ban these deadly tools from civilian use. The Keep Americans Safe Act: outlawing high-capacity magazines, which are designed for killing en masse and have been the accessory of choice in the bloodiest mass shootings. Strengthening safe storage requirements to protect children from accidental shootings. Requiring an annual report of demographic data of those being determined to be ineligible to purchase guns. The Federal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act will allow family members and law enforcement officers to petition a federal court for an extreme risk protection order, empowering federal judges to prevent tragic shootings by temporarily removing firearms from potentially dangerous individuals. A study by Everytown for Gun Safety found that most mass shooters exhibit warning signs before carrying out an attack. But without an extreme risk law, family and law enforcement lack the ability to temporarily disarm individuals considering acts of violence. Additionally, this legislation will establish a new grant program at the U.S. Department of Justice, incentivizing more states to allow their courts to take this same life-saving action. Both the Protecting our Kids Act and the Federal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act passed the House and moves to the United States Senate. This legislation builds on the Democratic House’s twice-passed, widely-popular legislation to secure universal background checks for gun purchases and close the Charleston Loophole – action that is supported by nearly nine in ten Americans. # # #",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:39:01Z https://ross.house.gov/2022/6/congresswoman-ross-votes-save-lives-strengthen-gun-violence-prevention,"Congresswoman Ross Votes to Save Lives, Strengthen Gun Violence Prevention Measures",2022-06-09,2022,2022-06,Democrat,House,NC,Deborah K. Ross,R000305,ross.house.gov,ross,https://ross.house.gov/press-releases,scraper,"Washington D.C.—This week, Congresswoman Deborah Ross (NC-02) voted to pass two commonsense gun violence prevention bills in the wake of recent mass shootings and several decades of rising gun violence incidents across the United States. H.R. 7910, the Protecting Our Kids Act, and H.R. 2377, the Extreme Risk Protection Order Act, would directly impact gun sales, safety, and accessibility to prevent violence in American schools, workplaces, and communities. Congresswoman Ross spoke on the House Floor this week in support of the legislation. To view or download the video file, click here. “Heartbreakingly, mass shootings have become a steady drumbeat in American life, striking community after community, and instilling fear in the American people,” said Congresswoman Ross. “Passing these two commonsense bills is a critical step in our fight against gun violence. They will raise the gun purchase age, close loopholes, and keep the most dangerous weapons out of the hands of the most dangerous people.” According to data from the CDC, Americans today are now more likely to be killed by firearms than by motor vehicle accidents. Currently, the U.S. operates under a patchwork of state laws, allowing guns to be trafficked from states with lax gun laws to states with stricter regulations. Recent data from the ATF shows that seven states are the destination for over 50% of trafficked guns in the United States, including North Carolina. H.R. 7910, the Protecting Our Kids Act would save lives by: Raising the purchasing age for certain semi-automatic weapons from 18 to 21 years old. Cracking down on gun trafficking and straw purchases to get illegal guns off our streets. Closing the ghost gun loophole. Strengthening safe storage requirements to protect children from accidental shootings. Outlawing bump stocks and high-capacity magazines for civilian use, as these only make mass shootings more deadly. H.R. 2377, the Extreme Risk Protection Order Act would: Allow family members and law enforcement officers to petition a federal court for an extreme risk protection order to temporarily remove access to firearms for an individual who is deemed a danger to themselves or others by the court. Create incentives for more states to adopt extreme risk protection order laws. Specifically, the bill creates a new grant program at the U.S. Department of Justice, with the grants to be used to encourage more states to adopt these protection order laws and to support the 19 states that have already implemented them.",1,2026-03-30T01:40:41Z,2026-04-08T02:39:01Z