Education
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after the administration announced their "skinny" budget.
"Less than three weeks ago, this administration claimed it is a priority to advocate for HBCUs but, after viewing this budget proposal, those calls ring hollow," said Congresswoman Adams. "This budget slashes critical funding for institutions, students, and their families.
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after President Trump delivered his first address to a Joint Session of Congress.
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after President Trump announced his Executive Order entitled "Promoting excellence, innovation, and sustainability at historically black colleges and universities".
"Today, President Trump, like every president since Jimmy Carter, signed an Executive Order on HBCUs," said Congresswoman Adams. "This order is a first step towards supporting our HBCUs but there is greater work to be done. Our schools need a real commitment and investment from this administration.
Washington, D.C.—Bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus co-chairs Congresswoman Alma Adams (D-NC) and Congressman Bradley Byrne (R-AL) reintroduced the HBCU Capital Financing Act last week and re-launched the Bipartisan HBCU Caucus in the 115th Congress.
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement in opposition to H.J. Res. 57 and H.J. Res 58 which would undermine public education.
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after Vice President Mike Pence voted to break the 50-50 tie in the Senate to confirm Betsy DeVos as Secretary of Education.
"DeVos' confirmation is disappointing," said Congresswoman Adams. "Her lack of qualifications and understanding of federal education policy has caused unprecedented national outcry. We have stricter requirements for our school teachers than we did for DeVos to become Secretary of Education.
Charlotte, N.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12)released the following statement after President Trump's first week in office.
"I am deeply troubled by the questionable actions of the Charlotte School of Law. The situation surrounding this institution has created academic uncertainty for students and job loss here in Charlotte," said Congresswoman Adams. "Throughout this ordeal, my office has been in regular communication with the school, the Department of Education and the American Bar Association.
Charlotte, N.C.—Today Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement regarding the confirmation hearing of Secretary of Education Nominee Betsy DeVos.
"Betsy DeVos is not qualified to lead the Department of Education," said Congresswoman Adams. "DeVos has no public or higher education experience. She has spent decades fighting to expand for-profit charter schools and tax payer-funded vouchers for private and religious schools.
Washington, D.C.—Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) announced she is a founding member of the House Public Education Caucus. The Caucus includes 19 members of Congress and is chaired by Reps. Pocan and Takano. The Caucus held a kick-off event this week to voice opposition to the confirmation of Secretary of Education Nominee Betsy DeVos.