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Seat

Representative for North Carolina District 4

Born

May 7, 1956

Age 70

Phone

(202) 225-1784

Office

2452 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|North Carolina District 4

Valerie P. Foushee

Valerie Jean Foushee is an American politician serving as the U.S. representative for North Carolina's 4th congressional district since 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously served in the North Carolina House of Representatives for the 50th district in 2012 and was appointed to represent the 23rd senatorial district in 2013. She is the first African American and the first woman to represent the district in Congress.

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Voting Record — 536

Yes39%

No58%

Present0%

Not Voting3%

Party align98%

Cross-party0%

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Congressional District 4

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.

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Valerie P. Foushee

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratNorth Carolina District 4

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Valerie P.'s ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 23 sponsored · 126 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govOct 16(source)

I wore purple for #PurpleThursday alongside my @demwomencaucus.bsky.social colleagues to honor Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Domestic violence affects over 20 Americans each minute. If you or a loved one needs help, call the 24-hour National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govOct 15(source)

Nearly 1 month since Speaker Johnson shut down the House, and Democrats are still here in Washington fighting back. House Republicans won't discuss extending ACA tax credits or pass year-long funding bills to keep our government funded, and American families are the ones paying the price.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govOct 10(source)

While troops and federal workers continue to worry about whether they’ll get their next paycheck, Speaker Johnson is planning a fourth week of vacation for House Republicans. It’s time for the House to return so we can get the government reopened and lower health care costs.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govOct 10(source)

This is an important step, but we must remain vigilant in our efforts to ensure Israelis and Palestinians can live safely—which begins with this imminent release of the remaining hostages and ensuring aid can reach families in Gaza. (2/2)

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govOct 10(source)

I am thankful to hear the news of this ceasefire agreement, and I dearly hope that it will be permanent. (1/2) apnews.com/article/egyp...

Israel and Hamas agree to part of Trump's Gaza peace plan, will free hostages and prisoners

President Donald Trump says Israel and Hamas have agreed to the “first Phase” of his peace plan to pause fighting and release at least some hostages and prisoners.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govOct 9(source)

Nearly 1.5 million North Carolinians are at risk of higher healthcare costs or may lose their healthcare entirely. While the House hasn't been in session since September 19, our constituents are facing a healthcare crisis. This isn't about politics, this is about saving lives.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govOct 9(source)

Farm workers that depend on the ACA and are now left wondering if they'll be able to afford health insurance. Meanwhile, farm loan processing has halted and disaster assistance payments are delayed — all while farmers are already struggling with tariffs. They can't afford this chaos.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govOct 9(source)

REMINDER: Just days ago, Speaker Johnson said Adelita Grijalva could be sworn in whenever she wanted. Now, the GOP is using her swearing-in as political leverage and are leaving nearly 1 million people in AZ-07 without a representative during this shutdown.

Aaron Rupar

@atrupar.com

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RAJU: You swore in 2 GOP members during pro forma session. Why not swear in Grijalva? Does it have to do w/her signature on Epstein petition? JOHNSON: It has nothing to do with that. We'll swear her in when everybody is back R: Why not now? J: Uh - we'll schedule it, I guess, as soon as she wants

Reposted byCongresswoman Valerie Foushee

Oversight Dems@oversightdemocrats.bsky.socialOct 8(source)

Oversight Democrats have one message for Speaker Johnson: Stop the Shutdown, Release the Files!

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govOct 8(source)

This week, I met with the Ministerial Alliance of Durham who all expressed their concerns about the local impacts of our nation's ongoing health care crisis. Local organizations and places of worship are too often expected to pick up the slack for our government—I'm fighting to help fix that.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govOct 8(source)

Federal workers shouldn't pay the price for a government shutdown, instead Republicans are using them as pawns in their political games. It also concerns me that Trump can't seem to remember that he signed the law which guarantees backpay for furloughed federal workers.

More Perfect Union

@moreperfectunion.bsky.social

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A new White House memo says that furloughed federal workers aren't entitled to back pay. This is clearly against the law, which guarantees furloughed federal employees back pay for the duration of a government shutdown.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govOct 8(source)

Domestic violence impacts millions of people every year. Please remember that it is never too late to ask for help. If you or a loved one is a victim of domestic violence, call the 24-hour National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govOct 7(source)

The GOP won't swear-in Adelita Grijalva, leaving AZ-07 without a federal representative during a government shutdown. She will also be the 218th and final signature to force a vote to release the Epstein files—I'm sure that's just a coincidence, right? time.com/7323800/adel...

What to Know About Adelita Grijalva and Her Stalled Swearing-In to Congress

Speaker Mike Johnson is blaming the shutdown. Others think it may have to do with the Epstein files.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govOct 7(source)

Our government has shut down, but Speaker Johnson refuses to call the House in session and Donald Trump is out golfing. Enough is enough—Democrats stand ready to work in a bipartisan manner to deliver for the American people while House Republicans are taking a paid vacation.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govOct 7(source)

Today marks 2 years since Hamas’ terrorist attack on Israel which claimed thousands of innocent lives. More than ever, a ceasefire is needed to ensure safe return of the remaining hostages, proper delivery of humanitarian aid to families in Gaza, and lasting peace in the region.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govOct 3(source)

You don’t have to go far to see how important ACA tax credits are for North Carolinians—here’s a snapshot of what my constituents are telling me right here on social media.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govOct 3(source)

I joined CBS 17 earlier this week to discuss the Republican shutdown. Let me be clear: @housedemocrats.bsky.social are resolute and won't stop fighting to protect healthcare for Americans across the country.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govOct 3(source)

I am outraged by the news of ICE raids in Chicago that indiscriminately targeted people of color, including unnecessary harm to American citizens and children. These inhumane and unlawful attacks on our communities are abhorrent and cannot be tolerated. chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/...

Massive immigration raid on Chicago apartment building leaves residents reeling: 'I feel defeated'

The Department of Homeland Security said federal agents with Border Patrol, the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives arrested 37 people in the raid.

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Representative Deborah Ross@ross.house.govOct 2(source)

No one should see their health insurance premium double overnight. I'm working to restore Medicaid and health insurance funding that Republicans cut and oppose. Everyone should be able access to the healthcare they deserve.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govOct 2(source)

REMINDER: Trump and Republicans are fighting for record cuts to healthcare to fund his Big, Ugly Billionaire Tax Break. There’s nothing ‘clean’ about over 56,000 people in my district seeing their healthcare coasts soar.

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Sponsored Bills(23)

H. Con. Res. 100 (119th)
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove Un…
H.R. 8683 (119th)
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to codify the Optional Practical Training progr…
H.R. 8479 (119th)
To require the National Institute of Standards and Technology to establish task forces to fa…
H.R. 8478 (119th)
To amend titles II and XVI of the Social Security Act to make the reconsideration review pro…
H. Res. 1136 (119th)
Supporting the goals and ideals of "Long COVID Awareness Month".

Cosponsored Bills(126)

H.R. 8832 (119th)
Supporting Women COPS Act of 2026
Joined: 2026-05-14
H.R. 8623 (119th)
To require artificial intelligence chatbots to implement age verification measures and make …
Joined: 2026-04-30
H. Res. 1243 (119th)
Recognizing the significance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Herita…
Joined: 2026-04-30
H.R. 8568 (119th)
To amend the Federal Power Act and the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to req…
Joined: 2026-04-29
H.R. 8488 (119th)
To require developers of AI-focused data centers to disclose certain information before the …
Joined: 2026-04-23

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Voting History

536 total votes

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Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.

Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2025-02-10	H.R. 692 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-07	H.R. 26 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-07	H.R. 26 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-02-06	H.R. 27 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-06	H.R. 27 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-02-05	H. Res. 93 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-05	H. Res. 93 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-05	H.R. 776 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-04	H.R. 43 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-23	H.R. 21 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-23	H.R. 21 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-01-23	H.R. 471 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-23	H.R. 375 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-22	S. 5 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-22	H.R. 165 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-22	H. Res. 53 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-22	H. Res. 53 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-22	H.R. 187 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-21	H.R. 186 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-16	H.R. 30 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-16	H.R. 30 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-01-15	H.R. 33 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-15	H.R. 144 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-15	H.R. 164 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-14	H.R. 28 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-14	H.R. 28 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-01-14	H.R. 153 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-14	H.R. 152 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-13	H.R. 192 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-01-09	H.R. 23 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-07	H.R. 29 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-03	H. Res. 5 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-03	H. Res. 5 (119th)	Motion to Commit with Instructions	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-01-03	H. Res. 5 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-01-03	—	Election of the Speaker	NOT_VOTING	—	—	Johnson (LA)
2025-01-03	—	Call by States	PRESENT	—	—	Passed

Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.

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