Congresswoman Valerie Foushee highlights key initiatives on women’s history month and environment

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee highlights key initiatives on women’s history month and environment
Valerie P. Foushee — Official U.S. House headshot
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Congresswoman Valerie Foushee has recently shared several updates on her Twitter account, covering topics from Women’s History Month to immigration rights and environmental legislation. Her tweets highlight her ongoing efforts in various areas of public service.

On March 3, 2025, Congresswoman Foushee tweeted about the significance of Women’s History Month. She stated: “During Women’s History Month, we celebrate the courageous women who have built, strengthened, and inspired our country. Their legacies have shaped the world for the better, and as a member of the @DemWomenCaucus, I honor this history by continuing to fight for women today.”

Later that day, she addressed an event related to immigration rights. In a tweet posted at 19:46 UTC, she wrote: “ICYMI: I hosted a Know Your Rights Immigration webinar with special guests from the ACLU of North Carolina and Siembra NC. If you weren’t able to attend, you can watch a recording on my YouTube channel. Watch here:”

At 20:48 UTC on the same day, Congresswoman Foushee announced legislative efforts aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions through advancements in concrete manufacturing. She expressed pride in reintroducing bipartisan legislation by stating: “Decarbonizing concrete and asphalt manufacturing is an opportunity to reduce GHG emissions while creating good-paying jobs in America. I’m proud to reintroduce the bipartisan IMPACT Act with @RepMaxMiller to advance ultralow-carbon concrete production.”



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