American Flood Coalition Recognizes Representative Don Davis as a Federal Champion
As North Carolina faces stronger storms and rising sea levels, Rep. Davis commits to leading on innovative, proactive flood solutions.
WASHINGTON, DC — September 12, 2023 — The American Flood Coalition today recognized Representative Don Davis (D-NC) as a Federal Champion for his leadership, public service, and commitment to finding solutions to challenges posed by flooding.
“Throughout my years of service on behalf of eastern North Carolina, I’ve dedicated myself to protecting our citizens and their livelihoods from the constant threats posed by hurricanes, tropical storms, and major floods,” said Rep. Davis. “I am grateful to collaborate with the American Flood Coalition as a Federal Champion, particularly on our shared priorities to bolster flood resilience solutions for our hardworking farmers, rural communities, and critical military installations.”
Rep. Davis joins 37 bipartisan AFC Federal Champions, those members of Congress dedicated to advancing solutions to stronger storms, more frequent flooding, and higher seas. Rep. Davis is the fifth Federal Champion from the Tarheel State, joining Sen. Thom Tillis, Rep. Greg Murphy, Rep. David Rouzer, and Rep. Virginia Foxx.
“Rep. Davis has shown tremendous leadership in helping Americans better prepare for, defend against, and recover from flooding, as a former Mayor, State Senator, First Lieutenant in the United States Air Force, and now as a member of Congress,” said Melissa Roberts, Executive Director of the American Flood Coalition. “As communities in North Carolina face the impacts of flooding both on the coast and inland, we’re excited to welcome him as a Federal Champion.”
Hailing from Snow Hill, Rep. Davis saw firsthand the effects of Hurricanes Matthew and Florence, which upended communities and severely damaged homes and critical infrastructure. As a State Senator, he supported the 2021 North Carolina budget, which made the largest flood mitigation investment in state history.
“As a North Carolinian, I appreciate Rep. Don Davis’ longstanding leadership on flood resilience dating from his work at the local, state, and now at the Congressional level,” said Tony McEwen, Carolinas Director, American Flood Coalition. “His bipartisan approach on flood policy has and will enhance public safety and save taxpayer resources.”
As Vice Ranking Member of the House Agriculture Committee in the 118th Congress, Rep. Davis introduced bipartisan legislation to help farmers and rural communities leverage forward-looking data, take on smart planning efforts, and adopt a watershed-informed approach to prepare for and recover from flood disasters. As a veteran and member of the House Armed Services Committee, the Congressman is also an essential voice in ensuring U.S. military installations are resilient against the national security threats of flooding and extreme weather.
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About the American Flood Coalition
The American Flood Coalition is a nonpartisan group that brings together cities, elected officials, military leaders, businesses, and civic groups to drive adaptation to higher seas, stronger storms, and more frequent flooding. The Coalition advances solutions that support flood-affected communities and protect our nation’s residents, economy, and military installations. AFC has over 350 members across 22 states, as well as 38 Federal Champions. For more on the organization’s work or how to become a member, visit floodcoalition.org.
About Federal Champions
The American Flood Coalition is an IRS Section 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The American Flood Coalition is not a Congressional Member Organization, nothing on this website shall be read to imply official sponsorship by either the U.S. House of Representatives or the U.S. Senate or any of their respective Members, and Federal Champions have no membership obligations or fiduciary responsibilities with respect to the American Flood Coalition. Federal Champion is an honorary title awarded by the American Flood Coalition to recognize Members of Congress who have come together to drive adaptation to the reality of higher seas, stronger storms, and more frequent flooding.
