National Security
Given the current threats the world is facing by terrorists groups, national security is of the utmost concern to Congresswoman Adams. Not only are we facing global threats, but the threats of random attacks on American soil are becoming more and more real. It is the Congresswoman's top priority to ensure the continued safety of her own constituency and all Americans.
Another aspect of national security is cybersecurity. With large banking centers and one of the nation’s largest energy companies located in Charlotte, investing in digital security is absolutely necessary to the 12th District.
The Administration recently offered a $25 million grant to Historically Black Colleges and Universities, including North Carolina A&T, to train cyber security experts right here at home.
For more information concerning my work and views on National Security issues, please contact our office. Thank you.
More on National Security
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) joined more than 170 of her Democratic colleagues to cosponsor the Protecting Our Democracy Act to establish an independent commission to investigate Russian interference into the 2016 election.
“The threat to American democracy posed by Russian interference into the 2016 election warrants a bipartisan and independent investigation,” said Congresswoman Adams.
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement regarding the passage of the FY2017 Continuing Resolution:
“Today I voted for a short-term continuing resolution that will fund our nation’s government until April 28, 2017” said Congresswoman Adams. “I am disappointed this Republican led Congress has once again failed the American people by not putting forth a long term budget, but there was too much at stake not to support this measure.
FY2017 Continuing Resolution
December 2016
Highlights and Key Points
The Continuing Resolution will maintain government funding at its current spend rate through April 28, 2017.
FUNDING LEVEL
The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) scores a Continuing Resolution slightly above the Budget Control Act sequester cap for FY2017. The CR addresses the matter with an across-the-board cut of 0.19% for all accounts, defense and non-defense.
Washington, D.C.—Congresswoman Alma Adams (NC-12) released the following statement after the decision not to file charges in the shooting death of Keith Lamont Scott.
Washington, D.C.-Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (D-NC) released the following statement regarding the vote to override President Obama’s veto of the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act.
CHARLOTTE, NC — Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (NC-12) released a statement regarding the updated deportation status of Pedro Salmeron, North Carolina youth and ICE Detainee.
Charlotte, NC— Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (NC-12) joined the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus and other members of Congress to remember the 49 victims of the Orlando nightclub shooting on its one-month anniversary.
Rep. Adams paid special homage to the memory of one of North Carolina victims, Shane Evan Tomlinson, by holding his picture during the vigil atop the U.S. Capitol steps. Following the day of remembrance, Congresswoman Adams had this to say:
Charlotte, NC— Governor Pat McCroy, following the recent shootings of Alton Sterling, Philando Castile and Alva Braziel, signed House Bill 972 which excludes police video recordings from scrutiny as public records. Congresswoman Adams released the following statement:
Washington, DC — Today the Congressional Black Caucus and House Democrats joined together to hold a national speak out to address gun violence and community policing in America.
As Congress prepares for its six-week recess, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (D-NC) released the following statement:
Charlotte, NC — Congresswoman Alma S. Adams (D-NC) hosted a tele town hall on Thursday, June 30 to address gun safety concerns of constituents in the 12th District. Since the start of 2015 the United States has seen more than 350 mass shootings take place nationwide; locally in the Charlotte area, seven mass shootings occurred between 2013 and 2015.