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At a Glance
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 — 518
Yes39%
No58%
Present0%
Not Voting3%
Party align98%
Cross-party0%
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Congressional District 4

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.
Valerie P. Foushee headshot
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.

#OTD in 1965, President Johnson signed legislation to create Head Start which works tirelessly to uplift kids nationwide. As a former volunteer, I know the transformative impact this program can have, and I will keep fighting to ensure it receives the proper funding it deserves.
Today marks 71 years since SCOTUS struck down racial segregation in schools in the landmark Brown v. Board of Education case. As our public schools become increasingly divided, I will continue fighting to ensure that every child across the nation can have equal access to education.
I spoke on the House Floor about Trump’s cuts to the NSF, NIH, and more—including $20 million in cancelled NSF research grants for North Carolina. These cuts are devastating to my district, and are a step towards losing a generation of innovators and letting China lead STEM innovation.
It was great meeting students participating in Duke University’s Initiative for Science and Society. Our district continues to feel the weight of Trump’s cuts to research funding, and I will keep working tirelessly to support programs like these which build the next generation of STEM leaders.
May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth. This month and every month, I remain committed to fighting the stigma surrounding mental health and ensuring that support is always available. Remember, you're never alone. If you or a loved one is struggling then call, text, or chat 988.
I spoke on the House floor to honor the Hayti Heritage Center's 50th anniversary—a milestone that celebrates Hayti’s enduring legacy and vibrant culture. The legacy of Hayti is deeply intertwined with Durham’s history, and I’m grateful for the center’s work to preserve our heritage.
The Farm Bill's looming expiration is placing an undue burden on NC's farmers and agricultural industry. At the North Carolina Farm Bureau's legislative breakfast, I sat down with local leaders who stressed that a timely Farm Bill reauthorization ensures that farming communities can thrive.
The GOP's proposed SNAP cuts threaten the ability for 60,000 kids in #NC04 to eat—period. For every dollar spent SNAP creates $1.80 for local agriculture and manufacturing, it pays for itself. So, these cuts mean less food for kids and higher costs. That isn't 'efficient'.
TODAY 5/14: My office is holding Mobile Office Hours at the Chatham County Historic Courthouse in Pittsboro, NC from 11AM-1PM. Come by to speak with a member of my constituent services team if you’re having issues with a federal agency – we’re here to help!
The NSF is under siege by anti-science politicians who are cancelling important scientific research in the name of political censorship. My Democrat colleagues on the Science Committee and I wrote to Acting Director Stone with a simple question: who is in charge here, actual scientists or DOGE?
Republicans are putting the final touches on their plan to cut Medicaid and food assistance by $1 trillion at today's @energycommerce.bsky.social markup. Americans can't afford this budget. We're calling on just 4 Republicans to stand up for what is right & join us in stopping this reckless scheme.
Wishing a Happy Mother’s Day to the moms and mother figures in North Carolina and across the world! Thank you for your unconditional love, sacrifice, and dedication—you all give us so much to celebrate every day.
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Voting History
518 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.

DateBillQuestionPositionParty MajAlign?Result
2026-05-12H.R. 2853 (119th)Fast-track passageNOYESPassed
2026-05-12H.R. 2071 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-04-30S. 4465 (119th)Fast-track passageNOYESPassed
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Approve amendmentNONOAgreed to
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Approve amendmentNONOFailed
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Approve amendmentYESYESAgreed to
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Approve amendmentNONOFailed
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Approve amendmentYESYESAgreed to
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Approve amendmentNONOFailed
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Approve amendmentYESYESAgreed to
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Approve amendmentYESYESAgreed to
2026-04-30H.R. 7567 (119th)Approve amendmentNONOFailed
2026-04-30S. Con. Res. 33 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOPassed
2026-04-29S. 1318 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2026-04-29H. Res. 1224 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOPassed
2026-04-29H. Res. 1224 (119th)End debate nowNONOPassed
2026-04-27H.R. 227 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-04-27H.R. 7959 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-04-23H.R. 5587 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2026-04-22H.R. 6387 (119th)Final passageNOT_VOTINGNOPassed
2026-04-22H.R. 6387 (119th)Send back to committeeNOT_VOTINGYESFailed
2026-04-22H.R. 4690 (119th)Final passageNOT_VOTINGNOPassed
2026-04-22H.R. 4690 (119th)Send back to committeeNOT_VOTINGYESFailed
2026-04-22H. Res. 1182 (119th)Approve resolutionNOT_VOTINGNOPassed
2026-04-22H. Res. 1189 (119th)Approve resolutionNOT_VOTINGNOPassed
2026-04-22H. Res. 1189 (119th)End debate nowNOT_VOTINGNOPassed
2026-04-21S. 1020 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-04-21H.R. 2493 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-04-21H.R. 5201 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-04-20H.R. 5200 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-04-20H.R. 1681 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-04-17H. Res. 1175 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOFailed
2026-04-17H. Res. 1175 (119th)Approve amendmentNONOFailed
2026-04-17H. Res. 1175 (119th)End debate nowNONOPassed
2026-04-16H. Res. 1156 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOPassed
2026-04-16H.R. 1689 (119th)Final passageYESYESPassed
2026-04-16H. Res. 965 (119th)Approve resolutionYESYESPassed
2026-04-16H.R. 6398 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2026-04-16H.R. 6398 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed
2026-04-16H.R. 6409 (119th)Final passageNONOPassed
2026-04-16H.R. 6409 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYESFailed
2026-04-16H. Con. Res. 40 (119th)Approve resolutionYESYESFailed
2026-04-15H. Res. 965 (119th)Motion to DischargeYESYESPassed
2026-04-15H. Res. 1174 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOPassed
2026-04-15H. Res. 1174 (119th)End debate nowNONOPassed
2026-04-14H.R. 7613 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-04-14H.R. 1011 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYESPassed
2026-03-28H. Res. 1142 (119th)Approve resolutionNONOPassed

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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