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Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (NC-12) today took to the House floor in support of reauthorizing the Export-Import Bank. The Export-Import Bank is an independent agency that supports the exporting of U.S. goods and services. Below are the Congresswoman's remarks as prepared for delivery:

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (NC-12) today released the following statement after her vote against the Trade Act of 2015, legislation to grant Trade Promotion Authority (TPA):

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after the North Carolina General Assembly overrode a veto of a bill that allows North Carolina court officials to refrain from performing certain marriage related duties because of religious beliefs:

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (NC-12) today released the following statement on the passing of her mother, Mattie B. Thomas, who passed away this morning:

"It is with profound sorrow that I share with you the passing of my best friend of 69 years, my mother, Mattie B. Thomas. I was fortunate enough to celebrate my mother's 90^th birthday with her on Sunday and to be by her side during her last hours on this earth. From birth, she has been my backbone, my cheerleader, my support system – my ‘shero'.

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (NC-12) released the following statement on the passing of Vice President Biden's son, Beau Biden:

Washington, D.C. – Following a round table on child hunger at Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (NC-12), a member of the House Committee on Agriculture and the Subcommittee on Nutrition today announced the Adams Hunger Initiative.

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (NC-12) today announced a hotline for veterans throughout North Carolina's 12^th Congressional District. The hotline features a telephone number veterans can call to receive legislative updates as well as an email address veterans can contact to request casework assistance. The hotline will be operated by Congresswoman Adams' staff who cover veterans issues.

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (NC-12) released the following statement in observance of Memorial Day:

"Millions of brave men and women in America have served our country with honor and distinction. On Memorial Day, we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our nation. As the daughter, granddaughter, niece and sister of veterans, I understand the selfless sacrifices that veterans and their families make.