Rep. Foushee Introduces Seizure Safe Schools Act to Promote Student Seizure Care in Elementary and Secondary Schools
DURHAM, NC (July 28, 2026) — Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) introduced the Seizure Safe Schools Act, legislation to promote seizure safety and ensure that elementary and secondary schools can safely care for students with seizure disorders. “Students living with seizure disorders can fall behind academically due to the lack of access to academic professionals equipped to safely care for them. Congress has a duty to ensure that every student is receiving the proper support they need, … Continue Reading
July 28, 2026
Representatives Foushee, Ross, Panetta Introduce Legislation to Support Foreign Language and International Education Programs
Washington, D.C. — Today, Representatives Valerie Foushee (NC-04), Deborah Ross (NC-02), and Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) introduced the Advancing International and Foreign Language Education Act to support foreign language and international education programs at colleges and universities by reauthorizing Title VI of the Higher Education Act. For decades, the Title VI/Fulbright-Hays programs have provided a strong foundation for international, research, and world language studies, especially in less … Continue Reading
July 24, 2026
Rep. Foushee Introduces Bill to End Price Gouging in Federal Prison Commissaries
WASHINGTON, DC (July 24, 2026) — Yesterday, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) introduced the Stop Prison Price Gouging Act of 2026, legislation to prevent federal prison commissaries from charging prices above fair market value, strengthen oversight of Bureau of Prisons (BOP) contracts, and protect incarcerated people and their families from unfair costs. The bill would require the Director of the Federal Bureau of Prisons to set commissary prices at no more than the fair market value of … Continue Reading
July 23, 2026
Reps. Foushee, Lee, Bilirakis Introduce Bipartisan Stealth Bot Prohibition Act to Increase Transparency and Combat Deceptive AI Web Crawlers
WASHINGTON, DC (July 23, 2026) — Today, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (D-NC-04), Congresswoman Laurel Lee (R-FL-15), and Congressman Gus Bilirakis (R-FL-09) introduced the bipartisan Stealth Bot Prohibition Act, legislation to establish transparency standards for automated web crawlers and crack down on deceptive bots that conceal their identity while scraping online content.As artificial intelligence continues to transform the digital landscape, automated bots now account for more than half … Continue Reading
July 23, 2026
Rep. Foushee Introduces Slow Down Act to Target Repeat and Extreme Speeding
WASHINGTON, DC (July 23, 2026) — Today, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) introduced the Slow Down Act, legislation designed to provide further federal assistance to states looking to establish and strengthen programs targeting drivers who repeatedly or severely exceed speed limits.“When someone repeatedly chooses to drive far above the speed limit, they put every person around them at risk, especially people walking or riding a bicycle. People should be able to walk through their … Continue Reading
July 22, 2026
Rep. Foushee Votes Against Wasteful Budget Resolution Which Lays Groundwork for Republican Reconciliation Package
WASHINGTON, DC (July 22, 2026) — Today, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) voted against H.Con.Res.113, a Republican Budget Resolution which attempts to begin the Reconciliation process.“While over 8 million Americans have already lost health insurance coverage and over 4 million Americans have lost their SNAP access due to Republicans’ funding cuts, Congress is voting on whether we should ship tens of billions in taxpayer dollars abroad for unwanted war. This is completely out-of-touch and … Continue Reading
July 15, 2026
Rep. Foushee Supports Massie Amendment, Rejects GOP Foreign Affairs Funding Bill with Harmful Riders
WASHINGTON, DC (July 15, 2026) — Today, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) voted in favor of Congressman Thomas Massie’s amendment to restrict U.S. military assistance to Israel, while opposing the underlying Republican National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs (NSRP/SFOPS) appropriations bill. Congresswoman Foushee released the following statement regarding the vote: “Congress has a responsibility to ensure that U.S. taxpayer dollars are used responsibly and that our … Continue Reading
July 15, 2026
Ranking Member Foushee's Opening Statement at Hearing on Space Commerce's Mission Authorization Proposal
WASHINGTON, DC (July 15, 2026) — Today, the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology is holding a Space Subcommittee hearing titled, “A Review of the Office of Space Commerce’s Mission Authorization Proposal.” Space Subcommittee Ranking Member Valerie Foushee (D-NC) opening statement as prepared for the record is below: Good morning, and thank you Chairman Haridopolos for holding today’s hearing to review the Trump Administration’s mission authorization proposal. I want to welcome … Continue Reading
July 15, 2026
Rep. Foushee Introduces Grad Student Affordable Housing Act to Help Graduate Students Access Safe, Affordable Housing
WASHINGTON, DC (July 15, 2026) — Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) introduced the Grad Student Affordable Housing Act of 2026, legislation to support graduate and professional students access to safe and affordable housing while pursuing advanced degrees. “Graduate and professional students are essential to our universities, our communities, and our economy,” said Congresswoman Foushee. “They teach classes, conduct research, support innovation, and provide critical services across our … Continue Reading
July 14, 2026
Foushee, Mackenzie Secures Passage of Legislation to Make Air Travel Easier for Families & Fellow Travelers
WASHINGTON, DC (July 14, 2026) — Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) and Congressman Ryan Mackenzie (PA-07) applauded Monday’s passage in the U.S. House of the Improving Travel for American Families Act. This bipartisan legislation, which was introduced in May of this year, aims to reduce the strain and hassle of airport security screening for families traveling with young children. The legislation directs the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to build on its Families on the Fly … Continue Reading
July 09, 2026
Reps. Foushee, Casar Introduce Legislation to Protect Children and Americans’ Privacy from AI Chatbot Harms and Require Chatbot Safety Assessments
WASHINGTON, DC (July 9, 2026) — Today, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) and Congressman Greg Casar (TX-35) introduced H.R. 9619, the People-First Chatbot Act, comprehensive legislation to establish strong federal safeguards and protections for Americans interacting with artificial intelligence chatbots. “The recent tragedies involving AI chatbots emphasize the urgent need for Congress to ensure AI companies and their products are transparent, safe for kids, and most importantly, … Continue Reading
July 08, 2026
Rep. Foushee Calls for National Park Service Review of Belmont-Paul Women’s Equality National Monument Exhibits
DURHAM, NC (July 8, 2026) — Today, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) sent a letter to the National Park Service (NPS) requesting information on the maintenance and modernization needs of the exhibits at the Belmont-Paul Women’s Equality National Monument in Washington, D.C. and emphasizing that the site should reflect the significance of the history it preserves.In her letter, Congresswoman Foushee says the monument “plays an important role in preserving a defining chapter of our nation’s … Continue Reading
June 26, 2026
Rep. Foushee-led Generative AI Labeling, Frontier AI Safety, and Data Center Measures Advance Through House Science Committee
WASHINGTON, DC (June 26, 2026) — Yesterday, the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee advanced a bipartisan artificial intelligence package that included Congresswoman Valerie Foushee’s (NC-04) Protecting Consumers From Deceptive AI Act and several Foushee-led provisions focused on generative AI labeling, frontier AI safety, data center energy and water use, and independent testing and evaluation. “Artificial intelligence is moving quickly, and Congress has a responsibility to meet … Continue Reading
June 24, 2026
Reps. Foushee, Casar Introduce AI Workforce Impact Study Act to Examine AI’s Impact on American Jobs
WASHINGTON, DC (June 24, 2026) — Today, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) and Congressman Greg Casar (TX- 35) introduced the AI Workforce Impact Study Act of 2026, legislation directing the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct a comprehensive, retroactive study on the impact of artificial intelligence on the United States workforce since 2022.“Workers should not have to guess how artificial intelligence is affecting their jobs or their futures. As I outlined in my report last … Continue Reading
June 12, 2026
Rep. Foushee Introduces Bill to Establish Federal Gun Violence Prevention Database
WASHINGTON, DC (June 12, 2026) — Today, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) introduced the Gun Violence Prevention and Public Safety Database Act of 2026, legislation to direct the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to establish a publicly accessible federal database of gun violence and public safety research. “Communities across our country have suffered from the devastating impact of gun violence for far too long. A proper response from our federal government not only … Continue Reading
June 11, 2026
Rep. Foushee Introduces Legislation to Expand Menopause Education in Medical Schools
WASHINGTON, DC (June 11, 2026) — Today, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) introduced the Menopause Education for Medical Students Act, legislation to strengthen menopause education in medical schools and better prepare future physicians to care for women across specialties. “Menopause is not a niche health issue. It is a major life stage that affects millions of women and touches every corner of our health care system,” said Congresswoman Valerie Foushee. “By ensuring medical students are … Continue Reading
June 04, 2026
Rep. Valerie Foushee Votes in Favor of Lebanon War Powers Resolution
WASHINGTON, DC (June 4, 2026) — Today, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) released the following statement after voting in favor of H.Con.Res.84, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib’s Lebanon War Powers Resolution, to end U.S. participation in Israel’s hostilities in Lebanon.“The United States has reportedly assisted with Israel’s killings in Lebanon, including using U.S.-supplied weapons and intelligence. This vote is not a vote in support of Hezbollah, it is a vote against our country’s constant … Continue Reading
June 04, 2026
House AI Commission Statement on AI Discussion Draft
WASHINGTON, DC (June 4, 2026) — Today, the House Commission on AI and the Innovation Economy released the following statement:“While we appreciate the bipartisan effort from Representatives Jay Obernolte and Lori Trahan, their proposed discussion draft on AI does not meet the enormity of the moment. We do not support the discussion draft as it currently stands.The House Commission on AI and the Innovation Economy has spent months working closely with our colleagues and key stakeholders from … Continue Reading
June 04, 2026
Reps. Valerie Foushee, Mike Thompson, Gun Violence Prevention Task Force Press AI Executives on Chatbot Safety
WASHINGTON, DC (June 4, 2026) — Today, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04), Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-04), Chairman of the House Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, and members of the task force sent a letter to OpenAI and Google DeepMind urging the companies to address the risks posed by online chatbots and requesting information on the steps they are taking to protect consumers and public safety.“Given gun violence is the leading cause of death among children and teens, we urge you to … Continue Reading
May 22, 2026
Rep. Valerie Foushee Votes to Advance Surface Transportation Reauthorization Package out of Committee
WASHINGTON, DC (May 22, 2026) — Yesterday, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) voted to advance the BUILD America 250 Act, a bipartisan, five-year surface transportation reauthorization package, out of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. The bill passed the committee by a 62-2 vote. “Though I continue to have deep concerns about the baseless attacks on clean transit and electric vehicles included in this surface transportation reauthorization package, the importance of … Continue Reading