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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 — 498

Yes39%

No57%

Present0%

Not Voting3%

Party align99%

Cross-party0%

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Congressional District 4

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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 · 22 sponsored · 125 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govJul 23(source)

Trump's withholding of @usedgov.bsky.social funds, including $8.1 million for Wake County, is disrupting hiring and reduces the capacity for educators to provide a quality education for students. Today, @ross.house.gov and I wrote to the Secretary of Education urging the release of these funds.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govJul 23(source)

The Congressional Budget Office confirms that the Big, Ugly Bill: ❌Strips healthcare from 10 million Americans. ❌Cuts food assistance for children and seniors. ❌Adds $3.4 trillion to the national debt. It's shameful that the GOP continues to tout cuts that put billionaires over everyday Americans.

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Final CBO score of the "big beautiful bill" is out Largest Medicaid cuts ever - in fact, at least 4 times the size of the previous largest; $894-$990 bn cut Kicks 10 million off health insurance Largest SNAP cuts ever, $197 bn cut Still increases the deficit by $3.4 trillion from huge tax cuts

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govJul 21(source)

Trump's aid plan for Gaza doesn't work. Starving civilians are being met with gunfire at aid sites—it's inhumane and unacceptable. I continue to call for a ceasefire to ensure the flow of aid to the region and safe return of the remaining hostages. www.cbsnews.com/news/palesti...

At least 85 Palestinians killed while trying to reach aid in Gaza, officials say

At least 85 Palestinians were killed while seeking aid in one of the deadliest days for aid-seekers since the war began, Gaza's Health Ministry said.

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Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley@pressley.house.govJul 20(source)

The #MA7 is leading the way in space exploration, astrophysics, & AI research. Last week, @foushee.house.gov & I toured Cambridge Discovery Park, where the Center for Astrophysics is pushing the frontiers of knowledge in astronomy & astrophysics & bringing unparalleled innovation to Massachusetts.

Reps. Ayanna Pressley and Valerie Foushee pose for a photo with Center for Astrophysics leaders in Cambridge.

Reps. Ayanna Pressley and Valerie Foushee tour the Cambridge Discovery Park.

Rep. Ayanna Pressley participates in a quick lesson at the Cambridge Discovery Park.

Reps. Ayanna Pressley and Valerie Foushee watch a quick demo at the Cambridge Discovery Park.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govJul 18(source)

I led a bipartisan letter as Ranking Member of the Space and Aeronautics Subcommittee with @beyer.house.gov, @moulton.house.gov and 61 of our colleagues denouncing these efforts and their devastating consequences for NASA. (2/2)

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govJul 18(source)

Actions to set in motion Trump's proposed FY26 cuts to NASA Science before Congress votes on a full-year budget are illegal and threaten U.S. leadership in space and scientific research. (1/2)

Reposted byCongresswoman Valerie Foushee

House Democrats@housedemocrats.bsky.socialJul 18(source)

On today’s Democratic Daily Download, @repstansbury.bsky.social busts the myths behind Trump’s Big, Ugly law. The truth? It hikes your utility bills by $400 — just to hand out giveaways to billionaires and Big Oil CEOs.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govJul 18(source)

I am proud to share that my office has now returned over $4 million to #NC04 residents through casework! As always, if you’re experiencing issues with a federal agency, don’t hesitate to give my office a call at 919-967-7924.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govJul 18(source)

Last night, Republicans passed Trump's rescissions package that makes devastating cuts to public aid and foreign assistance. This bill hurts our communities here in NC and sets back efforts to fight deadly diseases worldwide. I proudly voted no, and will fight to restore this funding.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govJul 18(source)

For over 2 years, I have been working to address these issues including a visit to the facility & letter which did not receive a response. Now, I am going public with my efforts. The Bureau of Prisons must answer my questions & ensure the safety of staff & those incarcerated at the facility. (2/2)

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govJul 18(source)

The conditions at the FCC Butner prison complex are deplorable. Reports of sewage overflowing through floor vents, deteriorating food storage systems, and more cannot go unaddressed. This week, I demanded updates on infrastructure and staffing improvements from the Bureau of Prisons Director. (1/2)

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govJul 17(source)

Firing scientists and disrupting air pollution research doesn't keep our communities safe, and I'm exploring all avenues to reverse this. (2/2)

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govJul 17(source)

My office is hearing reports that the lease for the Center for Public Health and Environmental Assessment, an EPA air pollution lab in Chapel Hill, was not renewed. (1/2) subscriber.politicopro.com/article/2025...

POLITICO Pro: Trump EPA shutters premier air pollution research facility

Experiments conducted at the Human Studies Facility have helped pinpoint the health effects caused by dirty air and pushed EPA to ratchet down pollution limits.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govJul 17(source)

I am proud to support the @demwomencaucus.bsky.social Better Future Policy Agenda—a plan to advance the economic security, health, and rights of women and girls across the nation. These are real solutions that put women first, and we won’t back down.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govJul 17(source)

NC is still waiting on DOT grant award funds for the S-Line passenger rail route, so I took the opportunity to ask Secretary Duffy about it at the @transportdems.bsky.social hearing. He says that he’s working on it and understands the importance of this rail line—I'll be holding him to that.

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

As Ranking Member of the Space & Aeronautics Subcommittee, I will continue fighting to protect these essential investments to advance U.S. leadership in space science and discovery. (3/3)

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

Trump’s attacks on NASA Science and gutting research funding as a whole will leave this center without the necessary graduate student fellowships and internship support it needs to function. (2/3)

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

It was a pleasure visiting the Harvard & Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, home to the Chandra X-ray Observatory and the world’s most powerful X-ray telescope, with @pressley.house.gov to learn more about their cutting-edge research in AI, astronomy, and astrophysics. (1/3)

Reposted byCongresswoman Valerie Foushee

House Democrats@housedemocrats.bsky.socialJul 16(source)

On today's Democratic Daily Download, Rep. Rashida Tlaib explains how Trump's Big Ugly Law betrays our communities: Ripping away health care and food for families all to give tax breaks to billionaires.

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

Every single House Republican bent the knee to Trump and voted against releasing the Epstein Files. Redacting the victims' names and releasing the files would be easy. Either Trump lied to the American people or Republicans are engaging in a cover-up, you decide.

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Sponsored Bills(22)

H.R. 8683 (119th)
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to codify the Optional Practical Training progr…
H.R. 8478 (119th)
To amend titles II and XVI of the Social Security Act to make the reconsideration review pro…
H.R. 8479 (119th)
To require the National Institute of Standards and Technology to establish task forces to fa…
H. Res. 1136 (119th)
Supporting the goals and ideals of "Long COVID Awareness Month".
H.R. 7826 (119th)
To amend the National Artificial Intelligence Initiative Act of 2020 to provide for a specia…

Cosponsored Bills(125)

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
H.R. 8484 (119th)
To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for emergency grants to safeguard essentia…
Joined: 2026-04-23

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Voting History

498 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
2025-02-26	H.R. 788 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-25	H. Res. 161 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-25	H. Res. 161 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-25	H.R. 818 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-25	H.R. 832 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-24	H.R. 825 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-13	H.R. 35 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-12	H.R. 77 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-12	H.R. 77 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-02-11	H. Res. 122 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-11	H. Res. 122 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-10	H.R. 736 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
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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