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Adams' Birthday Marks a Landmark Year in Public Service

May 27, 2020 Press Release
"Adams has positioned herself as a national leader on key issues, and as someone who can get the job done in Washington."

Charlotte – Today is Congresswoman Alma Adams' 74th Birthday, and an occasion to celebrate a landmark year in her public service career. In addition to continuing her leadership role in Congress on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Adams has taken on a new role as the co-chair of the Black Maternal Health Caucus.

Issues:
Congressional Issues, Education, Fiscal Responsibility, Health Care, Housing, Jobs and the Economy, Local Issues

Adams Advocates for the National Guard

May 22, 2020 Press Release
"The men and women working to protect us shouldn't spend Memorial Day worrying about their benefits"
Charlotte – This week, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D.
Issues:
Congressional Issues, Health Care, National Security, Veterans Issues

Adams Statement on the Passing of Andrea Harris

May 21, 2020 Press Release

I am heartbroken by the loss of my dear friend Andrea Harris. 

Issues:
Local Issues

Adams Calls for Immediate Audit of PPP, the Paycheck Protection Program

May 19, 2020 Press Release
"without the necessary oversight and accountability, we fear the program will not live up to its original intent and will leave thousands of small businesses without the support they so desperately need."

Washington – Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12) announced her letter calling for Congressional oversight of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Due to COVID-19, millions of America’s small businesses were required to halt operations and lay off employees.

Issues:
Congressional Issues, Jobs and the Economy, Local Issues

Today at 3:30 PM ET: Adams, Sewell, and Members of Congress Hold Press Call, Urge Senate to Pass Heroes Act Without Delay

May 19, 2020 Press Release
Bill Passed by House Last Week Protects Paychecks of Health Care Workers Police, Firefighters, Teachers, Other Frontline Workers at Risk of Losing their Jobs

CHARLOTTE – Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), as well as Representatives Terri Sewell (AL-07), David Price (NC-04), G.K. Butterfield (NC-01), and Cedric Richmond (LA-02) will host a press call for local, regional, and national reporters Today, Tuesday May 19 at 3:30 PM ET.

Issues:
Congressional Issues, Jobs and the Economy

Adams Statement on Trump Administration's Move to Shortchange National Guard Service Members

May 19, 2020 Press Release
"the move would threaten benefits and shortchange the men and women working to protect us."
Charlotte – Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D.
Issues:
Congressional Issues, National Security, Veterans Issues

Adams Votes in Favor of the HEROES Act

May 15, 2020 Press Release
"It’s a lot easier to keep an economy moving than trying to bring it back from a screeching halt."
Washington – Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12) released the following statement on her vote in favor of the HEROES Act, which passed the House of Representatives:
 
Issues:
Congressional Issues, Education, Energy and Environment, Health Care, Housing, Jobs and the Economy, Seniors Issues, Veterans Issues

Adams Statement on Senator Burr's Decision to Resign Chairmanship

May 15, 2020 Press Release
"Senator Burr’s decision to step down from his Chairmanship is the right decision for the integrity of the Congress"
Washington – Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12) released the following statement on Senator Richard Burr's decision to step down as chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee:
 
Issues:
Congressional Issues, National Security

Adams Leads Briefing on Worker Safety Crisis Caused by COVID-19

May 14, 2020 Press Release
"If OSHA will not act, Congress will to ensure workers do not have to choose between their jobs and their health."
Washington – Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D.
Issues:
Congressional Issues, Jobs and the Economy

Adams Doubles Down on Challenge to NC Delegation

May 13, 2020 Press Release
“If you say you believe in the COVID-19 Relief priorities that are in the HEROES Act, then you should vote for the HEROES Act.”
Washington – Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12) reiterated her challenge to members of the North Carolina Congressional delegation that she first made during a Town Hall last night.
 

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