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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

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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 · 25 sponsored · 127 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Reposted byCongresswoman Valerie Foushee

Representative Deborah Ross@ross.house.govMay 1(source)

I am standing in full solidarity with the thousands of NC teachers marching for fair pay and proper school funding. Wake County faces $16M in cuts this year Today, our educators are putting everything on the line to ensure every student gets the resources they deserve.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govMay 1(source)

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Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govMay 1(source)

I’m proud to cosponsor @repgreglandsman.bsky.social’s Ban AI Denials in Medicare Act to prohibit implementation of AI models in Medicare if they may influence prior authorization.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govMay 1(source)

Our country is already facing enough issues with insurance companies rejecting prior authorizations. With the rise of AI, it is critical that Congress ensures that this technology is not being used to approve or deny authorizations without a human in the loop.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govApr 30(source)

As we move forward, I continue to explore all routes to regulate AI and ensure the harmful effects of this technology are not felt by our communities. Read more: foushee.house.gov/media/press-...

Reps. Foushee, Moore Introduce Bipartisan Bill Protecting Children from AI Companion Chatbots | U.S. Congresswoman Valerie Foushee

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Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govApr 30(source)

I understand that some people have concerns that this legislation may be too broad or aggressive—but lives are at stake. I would much rather support AI regulations that are too strict and subsequently adjust, than the current lack of regulations that are putting our communities at risk.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govApr 30(source)

This bill would ban AI companion chatbots for minors and establish criminal penalties for companies that allow minors to access AI companions that produce sexual content. We are grateful for the endorsement from the American Association for Justice and Young People's Alliance on this legislation.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govApr 30(source)

People under the age of 18 should not be able to interact with AI companion chatbots outside of strictly educational circumstances. It continues to put lives and the mental health of our youth at risk. I am introducing the House version of Senator Hawley’s GUARD Act alongside Rep. Blake Moore.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govApr 30(source)

I voted against the Republican budget resolution that pushes another $70 billion to ICE while doing absolutely nothing to address the real pain points our communities are facing. Read my full statement.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govApr 29(source)

Rest assured, I am continuing to explore legislation alongside my colleagues to regulate data centers and their harmful impacts on our communities. We cannot stay silent as data centers continue to raise utility costs and put the environment at risk.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govApr 29(source)

While data centers are being built across the country, the very minimum Congress can do is provide federal protections for comment periods. I’m proud to co-lead this bill to ensure our communities are heard before data center construction is approved.

Congressman André Carson

@carson.house.gov

Open post ↗

BILL ALERT: I’m co-leading the AI Data Center Site Selection Transparency Act. Data centers are often shrouded in mystery, with plans moving forward before meaningful public input.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govApr 29(source)

Trump’s Supreme Court has finally done what they were hand-picked to do: gut the Voting Rights Act in a disgusting attack on underrepresented voters across the country. Read my full statement.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govApr 29(source)

I’m headed to the floor now to vote against another Republican FISA bill that allows for the surveillance of Americans without a warrant. I refuse to support legislation that does not respect our fundamental rights, and I implore my colleagues to vote against this bill.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govApr 28(source)

We have all the seen videos of ICE’s repeated abuses of power. I will not be gaslit by the Republican majority into voting to give another $70 billion to this agency. This agency needs to be dismantled, and its previously approved funding needs to be clawed back.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govApr 28(source)

We are expecting the House to vote on another War Powers Resolution, this time introduced by Rep. Gottheimer. I want to be clear that I will vote in favor of this legislation and will continue to support all efforts to reign in Trump’s actions abroad that are putting so many lives at risk.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govApr 28(source)

I am very glad to see the growing support for @ramirez.house.gov's Melt ICE Act! Ending immigrant detention and monitoring while redirecting funding to our communities would deal a critical blow to ICE while putting our communities first—I'm proud to be a cosponsor.

Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez

@ramirez.house.gov

Open post ↗

I’m proud to have @hispaniccaucus.bsky.social endorse my Melt ICE Act. The bill would end funding for immigrant detention and monitoring and redirect the funding to our communities. The time to MELT ICE is now.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govApr 27(source)

It was a pleasure to speak at the General Federation of Women's Clubs Convention this weekend! GFWC-NC has been fighting for over a century to uplift the voices of women across our state through service, and I’ll always support their mission in the halls of Congress.

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Semafor@semafor.comApr 27(source)

Israeli strikes on Lebanon killed at least 14 people, pushing an already shaky ceasefire close to collapse. The UN said that more than 1 million people have been displaced — almost a fifth of the country’s population — with 200,000 fleeing into neighboring Syria. www.semafor.com/article/04/2...

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govApr 27(source)

This war that is claiming the lives of innocent civilians must end and I continue to call on my colleagues to join me in supporting Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib's War Powers Resolution to prevent U.S. involvement in Israel’s hostilities in Lebanon.

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govApr 27(source)

Reports indicate that 14 people were killed in strikes in Lebanon yesterday, including women and children. www.theguardian.com/world/2026/a...

Lebanon health ministry says Israeli strikes kill 14 in deadliest day since ceasefire began

The Israeli government and Hezbollah have traded blame over breaches to the truce, which is set to run for several more weeks

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Sponsored Bills(25)

H.R. 8926 (119th)
To direct the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to establis…
H.R. 8893 (119th)
To require the National Institute of Standards and Technology to establish task forces to fa…
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. 8478 (119th)
To amend titles II and XVI of the Social Security Act to make the reconsideration review pro…

Cosponsored Bills(127)

H.R. 8897 (119th)
To improve travel for American families, and for other purposes.
Joined: 2026-05-19
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

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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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