Press Releases
The bills address disproportionate rate of maternal deaths among Black women and help eliminate racial bias in maternity care and childbirth
Washington, D.C. – Today, on the last day of Black Maternal Health Week 2021, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), Co-Chair and Co-Founder of the Congressional Black Maternal Health Caucus, announced two vital pieces of legislation to address the Black maternal health crisis: The Modernizing Obstetric Medicine Standards (MOMS)
The CARE for Families Act will help improve maternal and infant health outcomes by strengthening partnerships between health care providers and local nutrition services.
WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), co-founder and co-chair of the Black Maternal Health Caucus, and House Committee on Education & Labor Chairman Bobby Scott (VA-03)introduced the Community Access to Resources and Education (CARE) for Families Act today.
Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) introduced the Tax Returns Unveiled to Secure Transparency (TRUST) in Elections Act.
Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) introduced the Tax Returns Unveiled to Secure Transparency (TRUST) in Elections Act.
Congresswoman Adams also highlighted a new White House fact sheet which outlines the urgent imperative to address critical infrastructure needs in North Carolina.
Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) testified before the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, advocating for the 12th District’s priorities in the forthcoming American Jobs Plan.
Critical Legislation Helps Eliminate the Gender Wage Gap
WASHINGTON, D.C. —On Thursday, April 15, at 3:00 PM, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and Congressional Democrats will hold a press conference ahead of the passage of H.R. 7, the Paycheck Fairness Act.
Black Maternal Health Week is observed April 11-17.
WASHINGTON, DC – This week, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released a Black Maternal Health Week advocacy kit for individuals and organizations. Black Maternal Health Week is observed April 11-17.
Over 77 Members of Congress join resolution to raise national awareness of the state of Black maternal health in the United States.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12), Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ), Congresswoman Lauren Underwood (IL-14), and 77 original cosponsors have introduced a resolution recognizing Black Maternal Health Week, “to bring national attention to the maternal health crisis in the United States and the urgent importan
WASHINGTON, DC – On Monday, April 12 at 10:00 AM ET, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) will host a Black Maternal Health Week press call with members of the North Carolina General Assembly and representatives from the Black Mamas Matter Alliance.
Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) introduced the Saving Transit Art Resources (STAR) Act, which would reinstate a federal flexibility that allows local transit authorities to incorporate art into federally- funded transit projects.
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) introduced the Saving Transit Art Resources (STAR) Act, which would reinstate a federal flexibility that allows local transit authorities to incorporate art into federally- funded transit projects.
My prayers are with Alcee’s wife, Patricia, his children, his family and friends, and the people of Florida.
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement mourning the passing of her colleague, Rep. Alcee Hastings of Florida: