Joseph Haynes Davis

Dreams are taking flight in Martin County, North Carolina. The Wright Flight Fly Day rewards sixth graders from across the county for academic success, leadership, and positive choices by giving them an opportunity to see their home…

I rise to honor the brave law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving and protecting our communities. Dedicated officers put their lives on the line every single day. Their selflessness and determination to…

As we prepare to celebrate 250 years of our Nation's freedom, let us pause and ask: Who really made our freedom possible? It was those who made the ultimate sacrifice, stories of courage, bravery, and yet heartache. Gold Star families…

The lives of Brent Wilson of Nash County and many others just like him were forever changed by exposure to toxins at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. Brent grew up on the base as the son of a career marine. At 39, he was diagnosed with…

At the heart of northeastern North Carolina, the Haliwa-Saponi Indian Tribe exemplifies a vibrant heritage and traditions that deserve to be celebrated and recognized, as evident at the 61st Blooming of the Dogwood Powwow. For years, the…

Out on the water in eastern North Carolina, workers are putting in long hours and long days, doing honest work to feed their neighbors and keep our coastal economy alive. Their way of life is under threat. Rising costs are squeezing…

Homes are falling into the ocean along North Carolina's Outer Banks and in communities like Buxton. Over 30 homes have collapsed since 2020, and coastal erosion is only getting worse. Nothing truly captures the scale of this devastation…

Vance Charter School won its first-ever North Carolina High School Athletic Association 1A boys' basketball State championship defeating Thomas Jefferson 79-54. Senior Gary Wilkins led the victory with the double-double, 23 points and 14…

There is no clear end in sight as Democrats and Republicans struggle to find common ground, leaving TSA workers and their families in distress. Airport delays are rising, and TSA employees are expected to show up for work without pay. Some…

The Goldsboro High School Cougars won the 3A girls' title with a 54-46 victory over East Surry. MVP Aziyah Boyer shone brightly with 11 rebounds, carrying on her grandmother's legacy. Kudos to the team, Coach Bryant, and to all the amazing…

What a super exciting game. The Northern Nash High School Knights came out on top, claiming the 2026 North Carolina High School Athletic Association Class 6A boys' basketball State championship in a heart-pounding overtime thriller. They…

March indeed has been maddening for eastern North Carolina. We have had exciting basketball and incredible powerhouse teams who have brought back the State championship title to eastern North Carolina. Mr. Speaker, Kinston High School…

Wilson Prep has made history. The talented and dynamic Tiger girls' basketball team won the 1A State championship. It was their first-ever State title, as they beat Robbinsville 58-44. Congratulations to Coach Ward and the Tigers. To all…

Founded in 1891, Elizabeth City State University celebrated its 135th anniversary. As the community gathered to celebrate a convocation, Chancellor Hargrove announced MacKenzie Scott's generous $42 million contribution to the university…

Eastern North Carolina is on the rise. Exciting investments are transforming our communities and creating new opportunities for young people and hardworking families. U.S. Forged Rings is investing $875 million in Hertford County, creating…

An exceptional young leader from eastern North Carolina, 17-year-old Nathanael Simmons, is joining us as my guest for the State of the Union. Nathanael is a senior at Mattamuskeet High School, an eighth-generation farmer from Hyde County…

Eastern North Carolinians deserve a thriving economy where hard work is truly rewarded. Sadly, too many residents face rising costs, housing, healthcare, and everyday essentials. However, I believe we can change this situation. By…

It is a heartfelt honor to recognize a true American hero, Irvin J. ``Buck'' Price of Tarboro, North Carolina, a World War II seaman first class. At just 17, Buck answered our Nation's call and enlisted in the Navy. Serving courageously…

Over 130,000 eastern North Carolinians depend on ACA subsidies to afford basic health coverage. Losing coverage would put families at real risk. These subsidies are not a handout. They are a lifeline that keeps working people insured…

I am honored to recognize Coach Blake Harrell and the entire East Carolina University football team. Their remarkable back-to-back Military Bowl wins make eastern North Carolina incredibly proud. These victories reflect the hard work…

The Tarboro High School Viking football team is North Carolina's 2A State champion. The Vikings completed an amazing, undefeated 15-0 season. The victory marked the program's 10th State championship title and back-to-back title wins. He…

Many farmers and producers are in dire need of help, facing hardship because of decisions made beyond their control. At kitchen tables right now, farmers are often forced to make unthinkable choices, like shutting down a farm that has been…

Members of my team and I have recently traveled to all 22 counties in North Carolina's First Congressional District, all on the same day, in what we call Pies of Thanks. At each stop we delivered pecan, apple, and pumpkin pies to law…

As we recently celebrated veterans across the country, H.R. 5939, the USMC Helicopter Support in Vietnam Congressional Gold Medal Act, would award a Congressional Gold Medal to the Vietnam-era Marine Corps and Navy veterans who performed…