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Washington, D.C.—Today, the Bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus hosted its first meeting of the 115th Congress. Caucus co-chairs, Congresswoman Alma Adams and Congressman Bradley Byrne, invited the presidents, chancellors, and administrators of the 1890 Land-Grant Universities to discuss the reauthorization of the Higher Education Act and the Farm Bill.
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after President Trump signed a sweeping Executive Order that dramatically changes the United States' approach to climate change.
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Opportunity Task Force released their report.
"This report is a step in the right direction. It defines the issues that have plagued our communities for some time," said Congresswoman Adams. "It's time to stop talking and start working. We have to come together to tackle these challenges and to ensure equal opportunity for all. I remain committed to helping move our county forward as one Mecklenburg."
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after Speaker Ryan pulled the Republican repeal of the Affordable Care Act from the House Floor.\
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) updated the score on the Republican bill to repeal the Affordable Care Act.
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after the executive board of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) met with President Trump in the White House.
"President Trump has repeatedly tried to win the support of African Americans by asking ‘what do you have to lose?'. Today, the CBC answered that question- we stand to lose a lot. This is a crucial time for our communities and this President's policies are causing more people to struggle," said Congresswoman Adams.
Washington, D.C.--Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (NC-12) and Congresswoman Nita Lowey (NY-17) introduced the Public Safety and Wildlife Protection Act.
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after FBI Director James Comey testified that there is ‘no evidence' of President Trump's claim to have been wiretapped by President Obama, and confirmed the existence of an FBI investigation into ties between Russia and Trump officials.
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after the administration announced their proposed budget.
"This so called ‘America first' budget is anything but that. It turns its back on hard working Americans and puts our nation on a path backwards," said Congresswoman Adams.
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.