Last month, Congress finally passed legislation to fully fund the government, which also included a $1 billion increase for affordable child care. However, many facilities in North Carolina and across the country are still facing a funding shortfall. That's why I hosted a roundtable with parents, leaders, and educators at Raleigh Nursery School to call for additional funding and for the permanent expansion of the Child Tax Credit. If the state legislature does not act soon, child care facilities could close, jeopardizing care for thousands of children and hurting families and businesses across North Carolina. I’ll keep fighting for solutions in Congress because investing in child care is an investment in the next generation. 

Last week, I also had the chance to hear firsthand from advocates and leaders about how I can best support our seniors in Congress. From increasing affordable housing to protecting Social Security and Medicare, I will always work in Congress to ensure our seniors have the resources they need to retire with dignity. 

My office is passionate about serving our local community, so if you or someone you know needs help with a federal agency, please do not ever hesitate to contact my office. You can click here to fill out a casework form or call my Raleigh office at (919) 334-0840. For updates on my work on behalf of our community, follow me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @RepDeborahRoss.