Local Issues
Local issues in the District will always be the primary concern of Congresswoman Adams. She takes her duties as the U.S. Representative of North Carolina's 12th Congressional District very seriously. Whether she is securing federal funding for district schools or health care institutions, or fighting for a living wage and affordable taxes for her constituents, she will always put the needs of the 12th District first, and be its advocate in the House of Representatives.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to her District offices in Charlotte or to her DC office with any concerns that you would like Congresswoman Adams to address.
Local issues in the District will always be my primary concern. Please do not hesitate to reach out to our District or DC offices with any concerns that you may have.
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Charlotte, NC—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement today after Governor McCrory signed bills into law limiting Governor-Elect Roy Cooper’s power.
“Governor McCrory and the Republican led General Assembly chose to put their egos ahead of the people of North Carolina” said Congresswoman Adams.
Charlotte, NC—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement regarding the second special session of the North Carolina General Assembly called on December 14th.
"I am appalled by this pathetic power grab by our Republican led General Assembly" said Congresswoman Adams. "This special session was called under the guise of ensuring relief for victims of Hurricane Matthew and the wildfires in Western North Carolina and it has devolved into a dangerous game of partisan politics.
Washington, D.C.— Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the below statement following the passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) by the U.S. Senate. The NDAA included the Small and Disadvantaged Businesses Act of 2016, introduced by Congresswoman Adams. The NDAA will soon be signed into law by President Obama.
“I am proud to announce the passage of the Small and Disadvantaged Businesses Act of 2016 which will be my second bill signed into law” said Congresswoman Adams.
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement regarding the passage of the FY2017 Continuing Resolution:
“Today I voted for a short-term continuing resolution that will fund our nation’s government until April 28, 2017” said Congresswoman Adams. “I am disappointed this Republican led Congress has once again failed the American people by not putting forth a long term budget, but there was too much at stake not to support this measure.
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams’ (NC-12) district staff will host “Congress in your Community” information sessions throughout the month of December to educate the constituents of the 12th District about the transition to new representation. The new congressional district lines take effect on January 3, 2017 and the 12th District will be relocated to solely encompass Mecklenburg County. The staffs of Rep. Virginia Foxx, Rep.
Washington, D.C.—Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement congratulating Governor-Elect Roy Cooper.
“I am elated to congratulate Governor-Elect Roy Cooper on his recent victory” said Congresswoman Adams.
“The people of North Carolina have spoken and I look forward to working with our new Governor. Together we will continue to grow the economy, strengthen our public education system, invest in infrastructure, and stand up for the rights of all North Carolinians.
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after the decision not to file charges in the shooting death of Keith Lamont Scott.
Dear Constituent:
In February 2016, the North Carolina Supreme Court struck down the current Congressional districts and mandated that the North Carolina General Assembly redraw the lines. The new Congressional districts are slated to take effect when Members of the 115th Congress are sworn into office January 3, 2017. At that time, the 12th Congressional District will be in Mecklenburg County only.
Charlotte, NC--Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) issued the following statement following the passing of North Carolina Central University (NCCU) Chancellor Saunders-White.
"I am saddened by the passing of Chancellor Saunders-White" said Congresswoman Adams. "Her leadership, her dedication to our students and her commitment to excellence will be sorely missed at NCCU and all across our great state.
"She was a powerful force in our educational system and she played an integral role in shaping the lives of so many young people.
Greensboro, NC—Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (NC-12) made the following statement regarding the grand opening of the Renaissance Community Co-op.
“Today’s grand opening speaks to the strength and the resolve of the Northeast Community and our entire City” said Congresswoman Adams. “Together, we have labored through the years to make the Renaissance Community Co-Op a reality.