Press Releases
May 12, 2020
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"Further delays in implementation will impact the ability of the 1890s to prepare financially for the continued impacts of COVID-19 on their extension programs."
Charlotte – Democrats Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12) and Congressmen A. Donald McEachin (VA-04) joined Republican Congressmen Michael R.
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May 12, 2020
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Language from the Funding Emergency Eating Distribution for the Children (FEED the Children) Act included in HEROES Act pandemic package.
Washington – Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D.
May 11, 2020
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Congresswoman Adams Addresses the Class of 2020: "this crisis has shown me more than just your potential – it has demonstrated your character."
Charlotte – Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12), released a virtual graduation message for members of the Class of 2020 today.
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May 8, 2020
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"Research has shown that student debt cancellation can help stimulate the broader economy, add up to 1.5 million jobs per year and boost GDP up to $108 billion per year."
Charlotte – Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D.
May 7, 2020
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"As students across the country face disruptions, stress, and anxiety due to COVID-19, all of which exacerbate mental illnesses like eating disorders, the need for this legislation grows increasingly clear."
Charlotte – Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12) introduced the bipartisan Eating Disorders Prevention in Schools Act of 2020 (Eating Disorders PSA) yesterday with Representative Vicky Hartzler (R-MO-04).
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May 7, 2020
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"Your presence here alone is a window into your dedication, discipline and patriotism."
Charlotte – Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12) met with her nominees to the United States Military Service Academies at a virtual reception today at 3:00 PM. The reception honored the six 12th District students who recently received appointment offers to attend one of the Service Academies.
May 7, 2020
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"Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor COVID-19 stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds."
Charlotte – Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D.
May 6, 2020
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Service Academy Nominations Continue Despite COVID-19
Charlotte – Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12)will honor her nominees to United States Military Service Academies at a virtual reception on Thursday at 3:00 PM. The reception will honor students who recently received appointment offers to attend one of the Service Academies.
May 5, 2020
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Wearing "Red for Ed," Adams releases video for Teachers
Charlotte – Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12), a forty-year educator and the mother of an educator, released a video message for Teacher Appreciation week. Wearing "Red for Ed," Adams addressed the continuing importance of Teachers during COVID-19.
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May 4, 2020
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Additionally, Congresswoman Adams demonstrated national leadership on issues including workplace protections, black maternal health, and food security.
Charlotte – Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12), as well as her Charlotte and Washington offices, spent the month of April focused on combatting the health and economic consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic.