Congresswoman Deborah Ross is a civil rights advocate, a clean energy champion, a lawyer, and a proud citizen of Wake County. Sworn into the House of Representatives on January 3, 2021, she represents North Carolina’s 2nd Congressional District.
Deborah grew up in a small town, and her parents instilled in her the belief that with opportunity comes responsibility and that through public service she could help others and make a difference.
Many of our communities are struggle with connection. We have roads and bridges in disrepair, and too many people have been left off of the information superhighway without access to broadband. One of the fastest ways to help our economy recover, increase opportunity, and create jobs is to invest in infrastructure projects. As an attorney, I practiced municipal bond law to help local governments fund critical infrastructure and public work programs, and I’ve helped our regional transit agency improve public transportation options. In Congress, I am working to help drive investment in transportation and infrastructure projects and increase renewable energy options in pursuit of a more carbon-free future.