Teacher of the Year Finalists
Congratulations to the Wake County Public School System Teacher of the Year finalists! It has been a tough year, and our Wake County educators have stepped up in extraordinary ways to provide high-quality education to our students. https://www.newsobserver.com/news/local/education/article260291280.html
First HBCU Women’s Rowing Team
So exciting to see Saint Augustine’s University launching the first HBCU women’s rowing team! I can’t wait to cheer them on and I hope HBCUs across the country follow their lead.
First Black Woman to Sit on Supreme Court
Yesterday Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson made history. I share the joy of people across the country who can now look at a court that is more reflective of our great nation.
Urgently Needed Relief for Restaurants
Today we passed urgently needed relief for restaurants in NC & across the country. After all they have gone through with COVID, we cannot leave restaurant owners and workers out to dry. I urge my Senate colleagues to pass our bill & deliver this support as soon as possible. House passes bill to provide relief […]
Postpartum Care Extended to a Full Year
This is important news for North Carolina mothers. Postpartum care through Medicaid has been extended from 60 days to a full year. Let’s build on this by finally expanding Medicaid in our state. https://www.newsobserver.com/news/politics-government/state-politics/article260013825.html
Howard Manning
I am saddened to hear of the passing of Dorcas Ministries’ beloved Executive Director, Howard Manning. Howard Manning was a compassionate leader in Wake County who was always looking for new ways to best serve our neighbors in need.
UNC Final Four Victory
Congratulations to UNC on a well-earned victory in the Final Four. You make our state proud!
VinFast
I’m excited that VinFast has chosen the Triangle for a new EV manufacturing plant. This is the latest example of North Carolina drawing in new businesses and being a national leader in clean energy. https://www.newsobserver.com/article259878320.html
Equality NC’s Endorsement
I’m so grateful to receive Equality NC‘s endorsement. I am committed to building a fair and equitable future for our LGBTQ+ community here in Wake County and beyond. In Congress, I’ll never stop fighting for policies to accomplish that mission.
Historic Investments in Wake County
President Biden signed a government funding package into law that includes historic investments in Wake County—including $1.5 million for the Wake County Emergency Operations Center and DNA Lab. I was proud to fight for these essential projects. https://abc11.com/emergency-operations-eoc-dna-testing-center-wake-county/11672390/