{"id":13309,"name":"Donald G. Davis","first_name":"Donald G.","last_name":"Davis","middle_name":null,"suffix":null,"bioguide_id":"D000230","fec_candidate_id":null,"ocd_person_id":null,"govtrack_id":null,"opensecrets_id":null,"votesmart_id":null,"office_id":17946,"party":"Democrat","status":"active","photo_url":"https://www.congress.gov/img/member/d000230_200.jpg","website":"https://dondavis.house.gov","campaign_url":null,"email":null,"phone":null,"social_twitter":null,"social_facebook":null,"social_instagram":null,"social_youtube":null,"state":"NC","district":"1","city":null,"assumed_office":"2023","term_end":null,"born":"1971","source":"congress_gov","source_url":"https://api.congress.gov/v3/member/D000230","source_updated":"2026-05-09T12:13:18.576Z","first_seen":"2026-05-09 12:13:18","last_seen":"2026-05-09 12:13:18","created_at":"2026-05-09 12:13:18","updated_at":"2026-05-10 01:06:17","canonical_id":null,"fec_checked_at":null,"contact_email":null,"contact_source_url":null,"contact_captured_at":null,"office_name":"U.S. Representative","level":"federal","branch":"legislative","office_chamber":"house","positions":[{"topic":"Agriculture","stance":"More on Agriculture","detail":"Image Davis, Nunn Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Put Artificial Intelligence to Work on North Carolina Farms July 16, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressmen Don Davis (NC-01) and Zach Nunn (IA-03) today introduced the bipartisan Fostering Agricultural Research and Modernization through Artificial Intelligence (FARM AI) Act , legislation to accelerate the deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) across American agriculture by modernizing U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) research and workforce programs. Issues : Agriculture Read More Image Davis, Tillis Push for Relief for North Carolina Tobacco Farmers June 15, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. Issues : Agriculture Read More Image Congressman Don Davis Votes to Support Eastern North Carolina Farmers and Lower Gas Prices May 13, 2026 Press Release Washington, D.C. – Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) released the following statement after voting in favor of H.R. 1346, the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act: Issues : Agriculture Energy Read More Image Congressman Don Davis Votes to Stand with Farmers, Producers, and Rural Communities across NC-01 March 5, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) , Ranking Member of the House Agriculture Committee’s Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development Subcommittee, issued the following statement after voting to report out of Committee favorably H.R. 7567, Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. Issues : Agriculture Read More Image Seventeen-year-old Next-generation ENC Farmer Meets President at State of the Union Address February 25, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) had the honor of hosting Nathanael Simmons, a 17-year-old senior at Mattamuskeet High School in Hyde County and a next-generation farmer, as his guest for the 2026 State of the Union Address. Afterward, Nathanael met President Donald J. Trump. Issues : Agriculture Congress Read More Image Congressman Don Davis","source_url":"https://dondavis.house.gov/issues/agriculture","source_date":"2026-07-21"},{"topic":"Healthcare","stance":"Health Care","detail":"Image Congressman Davis' top priority in Congress is expanding access to affordable health care because he knows it is vital to keeping rural hospitals open, making health care accessible to those who need it most, and improving treatment for victims of addiction. Congressman Davis is leading the effort in the House to expand access to affordable care for  North Carolinians. That's why a few of his first official acts in Congress included cosponsoring H.R. 31 COVER Now Act, which would help find a federal alternative to states who have yet to expand Medicaid and relaunching the State Medicaid Expansion Caucus (SMEC) to advance solutions to expand Medicaid for those trapped in their state's coverage gap. Congressman Davis understands that residents across North Carolina's First Congressional District sometimes must choose between purchasing their lifesaving medication and putting food on the table. The hardworking people of eastern North Carolina make up more than 20 percent of the state, and he is doing what he can to keep them safe and healthy.  For more information concerning work and views related to Health, please  contact our office.","source_url":"https://dondavis.house.gov/issues/health-care","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Economy","stance":"Jobs and the Economy","detail":"Image The east has been left behind by years of underinvestment and policies that ignored the actual needs of those who live in rural communities. Congressman Davis' perspective on economic fairness and the dignity of work is deeply rooted in his upbringing. Growing up in rural eastern North Carolina, Congressman Davis learned the value of hard work early. He spent his childhood cropping tobacco to help his family put food on the table, provide clothing, and keep the lights on.  Congressman Davis recognizes that things have gotten more challenging for families like his, and for many in eastern North Carolina, the American dream has never felt more out of reach. That’s why he is pushing policies in Washington, D.C., to rebuild an economy that works for everyone by creating good-paying jobs, protecting the dignity of work, and fighting for fair wages and equitable employment practices in the workplace for all North Carolinians.  For more information concerning work and views related to the Economy, please  contact our office.","source_url":"https://dondavis.house.gov/issues/jobs-and-economy","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Economy","stance":"More on Jobs and the Economy","detail":"Image Congressmen Davis, Johnson Introduce Legislation Improve Support for Rural Water Systems February 18, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. —   Congressmen Don Davis (NC-01) and  Dusty Johnson (SD-At-Large) introduced H.R. 7530,   the Assistance for Rural Water Systems Act of 2026,   to provide the Department of Agriculture (USDA) with additional authorities to provide grants, zero-interest and low-interest loans, loan forgiveness, and loan refinancing to certain rural water, wastewater, or waste-disposal facilities. Issues : Grants Jobs and the Economy Read More Image Congressman Don Davis Votes to Support Small Businesses and Counter Narcotics Enforcement January 14, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) voted to advance H.R. 7006, a bipartisan Fiscal Year 2026 appropriations package funding Financial Services–General Government and National Security–Department of State and Related Programs, with a vote of 341 to 79. Issues : Jobs and the Economy Read More Image Congressman Don Davis Introduces Legislation Providing Eastern North Carolina Small Businesses with a National Platform December 22, 2025 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. —  Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) and Congressman Brad Finstad (MN-01) introduced H.R. 6855, the White House Conference on Small Business Act , which would restart the White House Conference on Small Business and bring together small business owners from all 50 states and U.S. territories. Issues : Jobs and the Economy Read More Image Congressman Don Davis Urges Congress to Restore the National Flood Insurance Program October 7, 2025 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) is calling to restore authority for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) as part of any deal to reopen the U.S. government.   “Each day the shutdown continues, more homebuyers, sellers, and small businesses are put at risk. Issues : Jobs and the Economy Read More Image Congressman","source_url":"https://dondavis.house.gov/issues/jobs-and-economy","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Education","stance":"Education","detail":"Image Congressman Davis knows that education is the lifeline for the future of North Carolina’s First Congressional District. But, the Congressman also understands that grit and determination alone aren’t enough and that today, things are more complex than ever for kids from rural backgrounds like his who are trying to get to the next step on their ladder of success. As a lifelong learner, Congressman Davis knows that access to a good K-12 education shouldn’t depend on your zip code and that the cost of higher education should never hinder an opportunity for a better life. So the Congressman fights daily in Washington, D.C., to expand access to early childhood education, lower the cost of higher education, and invest heavily in our HBCUs. Congressman Davis also understands that college isn’t for everyone and firmly believes in ensuring our rural communities have the resources to offer residents opportunities like vocational training, trade schools, and apprenticeship programs that will allow young people to live their American Dream in eastern North Carolina.  For more information concerning work and views related to Education, please  contact our office.","source_url":"https://dondavis.house.gov/issues/education","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Education","stance":"More on Education","detail":"Image Congressman Don Davis Joins Bipartisan Effort to Boost Ticket to Work Awareness February 4, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representatives Don Davis (NC-01) , French Hill (AR-02), Jim Costa (CA-21), Sharice Davids (KS-03), Max Miller (OH-07), and Blake Moore (UT-01)  to introduce the bipartisan H.R. 7253 , the Ticket to Work Awareness Act , legislation aimed at strengthening outreach for the Ticket to Work program that helps Americans with disabilities access job training, employment services, and career support without jeopardizing their earned benefits. Issues : Education Read More Image Congressman Davis-Led VETS Opportunity Act Passes House to Expand Job Training for Veterans February 4, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) voted to pass  H.R. 1458, the Veterans Education and Technical Skills (VETS) Opportunity Act,  a bill to extend educational benefits in the post-9/11 GI Bill to include both in-person and partially online (or hybrid) versions of skilled trade training programs. The bipartisan legislation, which Congressman Davis co-led with Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), passed the House without objection by voice vote.  Issues : Veterans Education Read More Image Congressman Don Davis Announces 2025 Congressional App Challenge Winners December 12, 2025 Press Release WASHINGTON —   Congressman Don Davis (NC-01)  announces the winners of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for North Carolina’s First Congressional District. Issues : Education Read More Image Congressman Don Davis Announces 2025 Congressional App Challenge October 16, 2025 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. Issues : Education Read More Image Congressman Davis Holds Service Academy Dinner Honoring NC-01 Appointees June 30, 2025 Press Release Rocky Mount, N.C. -  On Wednesday, June 18,  Congressman Don Davis (NC-01) hosted a Service Academy Dinner at his Rocky Mount district office. The event celebrated","source_url":"https://dondavis.house.gov/issues/education","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Agriculture","stance":"Agriculture","detail":"Image Farmers and agricultural producers are essential to North Carolina's First Congressional District. Our district produces tobacco, broiler chickens, sweet potatoes, soybeans, and more. North Carolina is the leading producer of tobacco in the country. As one of North Carolina's earliest sources of revenue, it remains vital to our local economy. As the Vice Ranking Member of the powerful House Committee on Agriculture, Congressman Davis is fighting for fair and just policies and investments that promote equity and accommodate the diversity of our district's products and the uncertainty our farmers deal with daily.  For more information concerning work and views related to Agriculture issues, please  contact our office.   Related Items Congressman Don Davis Appointed to the U.S. House Committees on Agriculture, Armed Services for the 118th Congress","source_url":"https://dondavis.house.gov/issues/agriculture","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"National Security","stance":"Servicemembers, Veterans, and Military Families","detail":"Image As a United States Air Force veteran, Congressman Davis knows elected officials must represent the needs of our servicemembers, veterans, and military families. He also understands the challenges faced by soldiers returning to civilian life and for military families both during and after their loved one’s deployment. Therefore, the Congressman is working hard to strengthen education, career training, health, and housing assistance for our service members, veterans, and their families. North Carolina’s First Congressional District is home to eight times more veterans per capita than the nation. As a House Committee on Armed Services member, he will boldly advocate on behalf of our active service members because he understands the sacred obligation to care for those who serve and have served our country. For more information concerning work and views related to our servicemembers, veterans, and military families issues, please  contact our office.","source_url":"https://dondavis.house.gov/issues/servicemembers-veterans-and-military-families","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"National Security","stance":"What is a nomination?","detail":"Members of Congress may nominate applicants who meet the eligibility requirements established by law. A candidate may seek a nomination from the following: A member of the U.S. House of Representatives who represents the congressional district in which the candidate resides Both U.S. Senators from his or her state Apply directly to the Vice-President of the United States","source_url":"https://dondavis.house.gov/services/military-academy-nominations","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Healthcare","stance":"What are the basic eligibility requirements?","detail":"Each applicant for a nomination must meet the following eligibility requirements as of July 1st of the year of admission to an academy: Age: Be at least 17 years old, but not have passed the 23rd birthday Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen Marital Status: Must be unmarried, not pregnant, and without legal obligation to support children or other dependents Residence: Must reside within the boundaries of the 1st Congressional District of North Carolina. Skill / Fitness: Must meet the medical, physical, and academic requirements of the Academy","source_url":"https://dondavis.house.gov/services/military-academy-nominations","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Immigration","stance":"What are the basic eligibility requirements?","detail":"Each applicant for a nomination must meet the following eligibility requirements as of July 1st of the year of admission to an academy: Age: Be at least 17 years old, but not have passed the 23rd birthday Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen Marital Status: Must be unmarried, not pregnant, and without legal obligation to support children or other dependents Residence: Must reside within the boundaries of the 1st Congressional District of North Carolina. Skill / Fitness: Must meet the medical, physical, and academic requirements of the Academy","source_url":"https://dondavis.house.gov/services/military-academy-nominations","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Healthcare","stance":"Issues","detail":"Image Health Care Learn about news and information related to Health. Image Jobs and the Economy Read relevant news, information and initiatives regarding the Economy. Image Education Learn about initiatives and news items related to Education. Image Agriculture Learn about initiatives and news items related to Agriculture. Image