Congresswoman Valerie Foushee
@ValerieFoushee
U.S. Representative, proudly serving North Carolina's 4th Congressional District.
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http://foushee.house.gov 06-01-2023 21:14:12
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As AI systems emerge in transit development, considering equitable access is as important as ever.
During Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure' Roundtable on AI, I emphasized the importance of promoting access for underserved communities when designing and deploying AI systems in transit.
Excited to join the HBCU Caucus & Rep. Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. for the 7th Annual HBCU STEAM Days of Action!
Our nation’s HBCUs are pathways of opportunity for millions of students & we must provide federal support so they can continue the progress for current & future generations.
Due to rising costs, child care facilities are forced to consolidate or close, leaving families without access to child care.
I’m proud to introduce the Expanding Child Care Access Act with my colleagues to address our country’s child care shortage. More: foushee.house.gov/posts/reps-fou…
Black women are 3 times more likely to die from childbirth due to health care disparities and systemic inequities.
As a mother & a member of Black Maternal Health Caucus, I will fight for policies that will ensure Black mothers—and all mothers—have access to critical, lifesaving health services.
I strongly condemn Iran’s unprecedented & horrifying attack against Israel. I commend President Biden for swiftly addressing this aggression & supporting our Democratic ally.
I remain concerned about the risk of further escalation in the region & will continue to monitor the situation.
Today, I joined 13 House Democrats in a letter asking President Biden to ensure that U.S. foreign aid will not be used to deepen the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Read the full letter⤵️
I was proud to join NCCEE-Improving Lives, 1 Teacher at a Time and Fidelity Investments for Career Day with the Invest in Girls program participants!
As financial literacy remains a growing concern nationwide, we must bridge education gaps & dismantle barriers to ensure women are always included at the table.
It was a pleasure to celebrate @MoreheadPlanet's 75th anniversary at the UNC-Chapel Hill Science Expo!
Morehead Planetarium provides students & the community with equitable learning opportunities in STEM and I’m proud to support this essential education center at the federal level.