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Congresswoman Valerie Foushee

@ValerieFoushee

U.S. Representative, proudly serving North Carolina's 4th Congressional District.

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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.

As AI systems emerge in transit development, considering equitable access is as important as ever. During @TransportDems' Roundtable on AI, I emphasized the importance of promoting access for underserved communities when designing and deploying AI systems in transit.
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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.

Excited to join the @HBCUCaucus & @RepAdams 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.
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I joined the NC Democratic delegation in calling for federal protections to ensure IVF access nationwide.

The American people overwhelmingly support IVF and assisted reproductive technologies & Congress must safeguard these freedoms from extreme state bans.

Read the letter⤵️

I joined the NC Democratic delegation in calling for federal protections to ensure IVF access nationwide. The American people overwhelmingly support IVF and assisted reproductive technologies & Congress must safeguard these freedoms from extreme state bans. Read the letter⤵️
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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…

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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.

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 @BMHCaucus, I will fight for policies that will ensure Black mothers—and all mothers—have access to critical, lifesaving health services.
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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.

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It was a pleasure to visit Sound and Colors Child Development Center with the NC Licensed Child Care Association!

It is critical to support our local child development centers that provide learning opportunities and quality child care for families throughout our community.

It was a pleasure to visit Sound and Colors Child Development Center with the NC Licensed Child Care Association! It is critical to support our local child development centers that provide learning opportunities and quality child care for families throughout our community.
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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⤵️

Today, I joined 13 House Democrats in a letter asking @POTUS to ensure that U.S. foreign aid will not be used to deepen the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Read the full letter⤵️
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Safe drinking water is fundamental to public health and the health of our communities.

I applaud U.S. EPA for issuing the first-ever national drinking water standards for PFAs that will reduce harmful exposure, prevent negative health impacts, and save lives.

Safe drinking water is fundamental to public health and the health of our communities. I applaud @EPA for issuing the first-ever national drinking water standards for PFAs that will reduce harmful exposure, prevent negative health impacts, and save lives.
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This announcement by ATF HQ is a major step towards preventing gun violence by expanding background checks & holding firearm sellers responsible.

With the help of President Biden, we are taking steps to eliminate gun sale loopholes to keep our communities safe.

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🚨Deadline TOMORROW: 4th District high school students are encouraged to submit their original artwork for the 2024 Congressional Art Competition!

The winners will have their art displayed in the US Capitol. Learn more: foushee.house.gov/congressional-…

🚨Deadline TOMORROW: 4th District high school students are encouraged to submit their original artwork for the 2024 Congressional Art Competition! The winners will have their art displayed in the US Capitol. Learn more: foushee.house.gov/congressional-…
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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.

I was proud to join @NCCEE_org and @Fidelity 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.
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I had a great meeting with the Alamance Partnership for Children where we discussed childcare challenges facing families in .

As a mother, I’m committed to supporting our families & ensuring that childcare facilities have the resources they need to help every child thrive.

I had a great meeting with the Alamance Partnership for Children where we discussed childcare challenges facing families in #NC04. As a mother, I’m committed to supporting our families & ensuring that childcare facilities have the resources they need to help every child thrive.
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🚨 ICYMI: I am accepting submissions for the 2024 Congressional Art Competition!

This competition is open to high school students, and the winner will have their art displayed in the U.S. Capitol.

The submission deadline is April 12th. Learn more: foushee.house.gov/congressional-…

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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.

It was a pleasure to celebrate @MoreheadPlanet's 75th anniversary at the @UNC 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.
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