Though this Thanksgiving holiday will be very different for many; let us take this time to cherish all that we have and all that we are grateful for. In the spirit of love and gratitude, remember to take precautions to keep yourself and your loved ones healthy and safe this holiday season. To all who celebrate, happy Thanksgiving!
By a unanimous and bipartisan vote, H.R. 1964 has passed the House! When enacted, the Lumbee Tribe will be a sovereign entity under federal law and have access to federal funding and services they need and deserve. I look forward to swift passage in the Senate.
H.R. 1964 PASSED! A long-awaited victory for the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina! “I am proud to have introduced this legislation that will right a historic wrong by finally extending the Lumbee Tribe the full federal recognition they deserve.” -Butterfield
https://butterfield.house.gov/…/butterfield-s-lumbee-recogn…
North Carolina, be aware of your surroundings and be sure to follow warnings and safety tips. #Eta #EtaHurricane
If yesterday's storms brought heavy rain and flooding to your area, be careful of floodwaters and debris:
⚠️ Do not walk through or play in floodwaters.
⚠️ Do not drive through floodwaters.
⚠️ If you see a flooded road, Turn Around, Don't Drown!
North Carolina, continue to stay aware and monitor alerts and warnings. #Eta #EtaHurricane
Though a majority of the rain has stopped across the state, rivers & streams can still continue to rise. Make sure you have signed up to receive emergency alerts & know the difference between a flood watch & flood warning. You can monitor flood gauges at fiman.nc.gov.
Happy #VeteransDay to all who served.
Take a moment to honor the brave servicemembers who answered the call to defend our country & fight for the ideals it was founded on – life, liberty, & the pursuit of happiness.
Today, Congressman G. K. Butterfield issued the following statement on the election of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris:
https://butterfield.house.gov/…/butterfield-statement-on-el…
“He was a friend, a man of passion and principle who impacted the lives of many. Though we mourn the loss of Johnnie Sampson Jr., we also celebrate and honor his life of service.”
https://butterfield.house.gov/…/butterfield-statement-on-th…
North Carolina, VOTE!
On Election Day, polls across North Carolina are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Voters in line at 7:30 p.m. will be able to cast a ballot. #Election2020 #ElectionDay
Polls are now OPEN across North Carolina!
Find your polling place: https://vt.ncsbe.gov/PPLkup/
Election Day Tips: https://www.ncsbe.gov/…/10-tips-north-carolin...a-voters-elect…
See MoreReminder to all: Voter intimidation is a CRIME! Voters who feel harassed or intimidated should immediately notify an election official.
The State Board asks that all voters respect the right of others to participate in the election. Intimidating any voter is a crime. Voters who feel harassed or intimidated should notify an election official immediately.
10 Tips: https://bit.ly/35Olzvp
“Voter intimidation by anyone will not be tolerated. The voice of the people will not be silenced.” -Butterfield
Reps. Butterfield, Price, & Adams Condemn Violent Police Response in Alamance County, Demand Department of Justice (DOJ) Investigation
https://butterfield.house.gov/…/reps-butterfield-price-adam…
North Carolina, if you haven’t voted already, make a plan NOW for Election Day. Know your polling location, research the candidates and make your voice loud and clear through your vote! #Elections2020 #YourVoteYourVoice
Find your Election Day polling place through the Voter Search or the Polling Place Search.
Voter Search: https://vt.ncsbe.gov/RegLkup/
Polling Place Search: htt...ps://vt.ncsbe.gov/PPLkup/
10 Tips: https://bit.ly/35Olzvp
Sample ballots are available through the Voter Search tool. Information about N.C. Supreme Court and N.C. Court of Appeals candidates is available in the 2020 J...udicial Voter Guide.
Voter Search: https://vt.ncsbe.gov/RegLkup/
Judicial Voter Guide: https://www.ncsbe.gov/mailers/2020/judicial-voter-guide
10 Tips: https://bit.ly/35Olzvp
Open Enrollment in the Health Insurance Marketplace starts November 1. Make sure you #GetCovered on HealthCare.gov for 2021.
North Carolina: Early voting and same-day voter registration continues through October 31st. Register. Vote.
Early Voting Tip 3: Individuals who missed the regular voter registration deadline may register and vote at the same time during the early voting period.
Same-...day registrants must attest to their eligibility and provide proof of where they live. For more information, visit https://www.ncsbe.gov/voting/vote-early-person.
See MoreOn November 7, I’ll be hosting a virtual Service Academy Day for students interested in finding out more information about the Service Academies and local college and university ROTC programs, and what my office’s nomination process is.
Students, parents, mentors, guidance counselors, and other school officials are welcome to attend.
Please RSVP on my website here:
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“We all have a role to play in protecting the sanctity of our democratic processes and with the vast reach Facebook has in our society, it has an obligation to stop the spread of disinformation and misleading political advertising on its platform.”
https://butterfield.house.gov/…/butterfield-price-and-adams…
North Carolina, early voting is happening NOW! You can find your county early voting location and let your voice be heard!
#YourVoteCountsNC #YourVoteYourVoice
Early Voting Tip 1: Voters may cast a ballot at any early voting site in their county. For sites and hours, use the One-Stop Early Voting Site Search tool: http...s://vt.ncsbe.gov/ossite. All 100 counties will offer weekend voting options throughout early voting.
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