Congresswoman Valerie Foushee announces legislation for AI research funding at HBCUs, promoting equity in technology education.
Quiver AI Summary
Congresswoman Foushee introduces AI legislation: On February 27, 2026, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee announced her plan to introduce the HBCU Artificial Intelligence Research Leadership Act. This legislation aims to provide federal funding for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to create AI Research Institutes.
Goals of the HBCU AI Research Leadership Act: The proposed act seeks to address funding disparities in AI research and increase access to cutting-edge technology for underrepresented communities. Foushee emphasized the importance of including HBCUs in national AI initiatives to promote equitable economic opportunities and industry leadership.
Support and endorsements: The bill is endorsed by various organizations, including the Thurgood Marshall College Fund and Alabama A&M University. Supporters argue that the legislation is crucial for democratizing AI research and enhancing U.S. competitiveness in the global technology landscape.
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Valerie P. Foushee Fundraising
Valerie P. Foushee recently disclosed $192.9K of fundraising in a Pre-Primary FEC disclosure filed on February 19th, 2026. This was the 28th most from all Pre-Primary reports we have seen this year. 61.1% came from individual donors.
Foushee disclosed $202.8K of spending. This was the 52nd most from all Pre-Primary reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Foushee disclosed $183.7K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 85th most from all Pre-Primary reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Valerie P. Foushee's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Valerie P. Foushee Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Valerie P. Foushee is worth $207.5K, as of February 27th, 2026. This is the 441st highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Foushee has approximately $0 invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
You can track Valerie P. Foushee's net worth on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Foushee.
Valerie P. Foushee Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Valerie P. Foushee:
- H.R.7733: To amend title 18, United States Code, to ensure access to obstetrician-gynecologists for female prisoners, and for other purposes.
- H.R.7657: To direct the Secretary of Defense to provide funds to the National Diaper Bank Network for the establishment of a Military Family Diaper Fund to provide diapers and diapering supplies to military families in need, and for other purposes.
- H.R.7535: Second Chance Mental Health Access Act of 2026
- H.R.7327: Empowering Young Readers Act of 2026
- H.R.7158: Expanding AI Voices Act
- H.R.6789: Federal Prisons Naloxone Access Act of 2025
You can track bills proposed by Valerie P. Foushee on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Foushee.
2026 North Carolina's 4th Congressional District Election
There has been approximately $5,799,582 of spending in North Carolina's 4th congressional district elections over the last two years, per our estimates.
Approximately $4,140,944 of this has been from outside spending by PACs and Super PACs. Some of the groups who are spending money in this race include:
- JOBS AND DEMOCRACY PAC ($1,621,658)
- AMERICAN PRIORITIES (AP) ($947,373)
- ARTICLE ONE PAC ($600,000)
- JUSTICE DEMOCRATS PAC ($380,000)
- LEADERS WE DESERVE ($276,000)
The rating for this race is currently "Solid D".
You can track this election on our matchup page for the 2026 North Carolina's 4th congressional district election.
