Revitalizing Downtown Garner
Earlier this year, I secured more than $1 million to help revitalize downtown Garner. This funding will increase accessibility for residents and visitors to enjoy shops, restaurants, and distilleries like Aristotle Spirits. https://www.cbs17.com/news/local-news/garner-receives-more-than-1-million-for-improvements-revitalization-of-historic-downtown/
CHIPS and Science Act
Today, President Biden signed into law the CHIPS and Science Act, which included several of my bills and amendments. This historic package will make critical investments in our innovation economy here in Wake County and beyond. https://www.cnbc.com/2022/08/09/biden-to-sign-chips-act-china-competition-bill.html
Voting Rights Act
Today we mark 57 years of the Voting Rights Act. We must continue defending the right to vote for every single American, no matter their race, gender, or zip code.
Women’s Reproductive Freedom
Kansas voters overwhelmingly voted to protect women’s reproductive freedom this week. Now North Carolina and the rest of the country must do the same in November by electing candidates who support abortion access up and down the ballot. https://www.wral.com/nc-dems-encouraged-by-kansas-abortion-vote/20402161/
National Night Out
National Night Out is an important time to connect with community members and our local law enforcement. I look forward to visiting a couple of neighborhoods in Wake County tonight.
Happy Anniversary, Steve!
Celebrating 28 wonderful years together.
Democratic Nomination
Congratulations to Rowe for Sheriff on winning the Democratic nomination for Wake County Sheriff yesterday. Willie is committed to providing effective, inclusive, and efficient public safety. I look forward to working with him to deliver real results for the people of Wake County.
Vote!
Reminder that there are important elections happening today! Cast your vote in the runoffs for the Wake County sheriff and two Cary Town Council seats.
News & Observer
From honoring our veterans to advancing clean energy policies, check out what I’ve been up to in today’s News & Observer. https://eedition.newsobserver.com/html5/reader/production/default.aspx?pubname&pubid=c06b0101-285a-4067-9a6e-35fc2113325d&fbclid=IwAR38b__0ppNXo5Ag2hvvNmwGyr8phnSjLKQnfYaaiKr0VLMRJzBScc-JfBo
Thousands of Acres of Land
Wake County has a golden opportunity to use its property for all of our people. Make your voice heard. https://www.newsobserver.com/news/local/counties/wake-county/article263576333.html