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| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404754 | U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor Delivers Hurricane Relief, Major Federal Grants, and $10M+ Directly to Tampa Bay Constituents | 2024-12-23 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) announced today that her team worked to deliver over $10.1 million in aid, benefits and refunds to veterans, seniors, small businesses, and families in 2024. In addition, $1,469,469,742 in federal grants were secured for the community for investments in education, infrastructure, good-paying jobs, safer neighborhoods, and cleaner, cheaper energy. Castor credits her team, local partners and nonprofits in helping win such significant federal investments for the Tampa Bay area. “Collaboration and teamwork are key to making progress for Tampa Bay. My congressional constituent services team works tirelessly to cut through red tape on behalf of families, veterans, and businesses. In a year with unprecedented challenges due to the hurricanes, our neighbors needed our team to assist them more than ever. I am grateful for all that Steven Angotti, Tania Fernandez, Damaris Gonzalez and Sean Saintil – as well as the entire Castor Team – did this year. I could not be prouder of my dedicated casework team that went above and beyond to help Tampa Bay families rebuild and navigate FEMA and Small Business disaster assistance. Their expertise and compassion are critical to ensuring that families and small businesses can thrive, that our Veterans receive the benefits they have earned and that Social Security and Medicare benefits are delivered on time. “The growing Tampa Bay area continues to reap the benefits of federal investments, thanks to the historic Infrastructure law, Inflation Reduction Act and the work of Biden-Harris Administration – and we need it. A record 386 federal grants were awarded across the Tampa Bay area in 2024 including, but not limited to, critical investments for the Tampa International Airport and Port Tampa Bay, cost-saving electric school busses, job trainings and expanded health care services. I love my hometown and am committed to lifting every neighbor by eliminating costly junk fees, addressing the serious maternal and infant health crisis by working to reduce stillb… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-cherfilus-mccormick-commends-bidens-decision-stop-execution-37 | Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick Commends Biden's Decision to Stop Execution of 37 Individuals on Federal Death Row | 2024-12-23 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick | C001127 | cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov | cherfilus-mccormick | https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | TAMARAC, FL – Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick applauds President Biden for commuting the sentences of 37 individuals on federal death row from execution to life without parole. “Today, President Biden reaffirmed America’s relentless pursuit of equal protection under the law. His historic decision to pardon those with low-level marijuana offenses and grant more sentence reductions than any other president in recent history sends a powerful message that America must deliver on its promise of a fair and just society. “The stark reality is that the death penalty has often been unfairly given to marginalized communities, highlighting the systemic problems in our justice system. In Florida alone, 34 people have been cleared from death row since 1973. Of these individuals, more than half were people of color. These aren’t just numbers; they represent lives deeply devastated by a flawed system that can be prone to mistakes. “The risk of wrongful convictions due to incorrect eyewitness accounts, racial bias, and unreliable forensic evidence is too great. Each case represents a potential tragedy, often impacting the most vulnerable among us. “We cannot remain silent in the face of such a serious moral issue. No American should have their life taken from them due to errors in the justice system. We must end the federal death penalty and create a society that focuses on rehabilitation rather than retribution.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://soto.house.gov/media/press-releases/soto-wasserman-schultz-lead-letter-urging-president-biden-us-secretary | Soto, Wasserman Schultz Lead Letter Urging President Biden, US Secretary of Homeland Security Mayorkas to Extend and Redesignate Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status | 2024-12-23 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Darren Soto | S001200 | soto.house.gov | soto | https://soto.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Last week, Reps. Darren Soto (FL-09) and Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) led a letter to President Joe Biden and U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas, urging the Department to extend and redesignate Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status. Currently, the 2023 redesignation is set to expire on April 2, 2025, and the 2021 extension is set to expire on September 10, 2025. “Political instability, endemic corruption, and repression under Maduro’s authoritarian regime has led to massive food and medicine shortages, with millions living in poverty and suffering from food insecurity. Venezuela’s economy has contracted by more than 80% since 2014, which is more than twice the magnitude of the Great Depression in the United States,” wrote the Members. “Due to the ongoing crisis in Venezuela, Venezuelans have consistently been the leading nationality requesting asylum in the United States since 2016. As of June 2023, U.N. agencies believe that over 7.3 million Venezuelans have fled the country, many of whom have resettled in neighboring countries like Colombia and Brazil.” “The number of displaced individuals from Venezuela only continues to grow after the undemocratic and fraudulent elections held on July 28, 2024. The United States and many other countries have rightfully rejected Maduro’s false claims of victory, noting that these results were ‘deeply flawed, yielding an announced outcome that does not represent the will of the Venezuelan people,’ and recognized opposition candidate Edmundo González Urrutia as president-elect,” continued the Members. “The United States has imposed targeted sanctions in response to the Maduro regime’s brutal repression…” “Given Venezuela’s increased instability and lack of safety, and within all applicable rules and regulations, we strongly urge your full and fair consideration of an early extension and redesignation of Venezuela for TPS to ensure stability and certainty of the program. We also ask that you continue to provide safety and support t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404752 | REP. CASTOR STATEMENT ON LONG-OVERDUE DISASTER RELIEF | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) released the following statement after voting to pass a major disaster relief package: “Desperately needed disaster aid is on its way to Florida families and business owners to help them recover from Hurricanes Helene and Milton. “The $100 billion disaster aid package will deliver resources to help Tampa Bay neighbors get back on their feet, cover costly debris removal, and repair MacDill Air Force Base and local Coast Guard stations. The package provides support to rebuild housing, water plants, and other critical infrastructure across Tampa Bay. “The legislation includes $29 billion to replenish the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Disaster Relief Fund, the primary federal disaster relief fund that provides financial assistance to individuals to repair their homes and property, as well as assisting state and local governments with debris removal, infrastructure repair and hazard mitigation. Funding ensures that FEMA has the resources it needs to process applications for assistance through the January 07, 2025, deadline. “To help individuals rebuild and reopen, it includes $2.25 billion for low-interest Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster loans for businesses, homeowners, renters and private non-profit organizations. SBA will now be able to make loan offers to the over 11,600 applicants in the queue. Disaster-impacted neighbors should continue to apply for disaster loans through January 07, 2025. “To safeguard our national security, support our service members and ensure military readiness, the legislation importantly includes significant funding to address damage at MacDill and the St. Pete Coast Guard stations. Funding may be used to repair hangers and runways, base housing, child care centers and other critical infrastructure. “The legislation also includes major funding to harden our water and wastewater infrastructure against flooding events, protecting the health and safety of our neighbors and Tampa Bay. “I am proud to ha… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-sheila-cherfilus-mccormicks-statement-her-vote-prevent | Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick’s Statement on Her Vote to Prevent a Government Shutdown | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick | C001127 | cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov | cherfilus-mccormick | https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) issued the following statement on her vote to prevent a government shutdown. “Today, I voted to keep the government open, ensuring critical services remain available to our families, veterans, and seniors in South Florida. This bill provides disaster relief to our communities in the aftermath of recent Hurricanes such as Helene and Milton and protects the over 9,000 hardworking federal employees in my district. After a week of chaos led by ‘President’ Musk, Speaker Johnson, and Donald Trump, House Democrats again stepped up to deliver for America’s families. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://frankel.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3766 | Rep. Frankel Statement After Voting to Prevent Government Shutdown | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Lois Frankel | F000462 | frankel.house.gov | frankel | https://frankel.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement after voting in favor of legislation to extend government funding until March 14, 2025, and avert a government shutdown. “With the vote tonight, we responsibly keep the government open, and Florida and other areas of the country get much-needed disaster relief from the tornados and hurricanes that damaged homes and businesses,” said Rep. Frankel. The bill includes $110 billion in disaster relief funding, including more than $10 billion for Florida. The bill passed by a vote of 366-34-1. It now heads to the Senate for its approval. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-wilson-s-statement-on-the-passage-of-the-continuing-resolution-to-keep-the-government-open | Rep. Wilson's Statement on the Passage of the Continuing Resolution to Keep the Government Open | 2024-12-20 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Frederica S. Wilson | W000808 | wilson.house.gov | wilson | https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson released the following statement on the passage of the Continuing Resolution to keep Government open, to which she voted 'yes': "Our most basic duty as Congress is to keep the government running because a shutdown is never worth the cost. Denying pay to our troops, TSA workers, and millions of Americans who depend on government services is inexcusable. Democrats have always stood ready to find common ground and work with our Republican colleagues to deliver for the American people. Today proves that commitment. This bill to keep the government open even includes over $10 billion in disaster aid for those impacted by the hurricanes this year in Florida. We also avoided some of the poison pills pushed by far-right extremists. These wins are thanks to House Democrats' efforts. "But let's be clear: we didn't have to pass this bill at the eleventh hour before government closes. We had a bipartisan deal to keep the government open. Then House Republicans, taking their marching orders from Elon Musk, threw it all away to push us to the brink of a shutdown. I'm deeply disappointed this bill stripped out critical measures like the Haitian Economic Lift Program and proposals to ease everyday costs for working families. Yet even after days of chaos, Republicans came back to Democrats to clean up their mess—because they learned the hard way that Elon Musk has no idea how to govern. "These last two days are just a preview of the disaster ahead if Republicans continue to put billionaires before the American people. The Republican Party isn't just ignoring the American people—they're selling them out to Elon Musk and his gang of billionaire cronies. Instead of serving the public, they're handing over the reins of power to President Elon Musk, a tech overlord who's accountable to no one but his own greed. Do you remember ever seeing his name on the ballot? Did you vote for him to be President? "The American people deserve better than being ruled by the whims of out-of-touch billionaires … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404750 | ICYMI: Rep. Castor Calls Out Republicans for Delaying Disaster Aid for FL Families, Small Businesses and Local Communities | 2024-12-19 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) hosted a press conference to shed light on Republicans’ breaking their promise to the American people by further delaying critical disaster assistance that families, businesses and communities desperately need to rebuild. “Republican chaos and dysfunction are hurting Floridians at a time we need solutions and cost-savings,” said Rep. Castor. Tampa Bay neighbors want a sense of normalcy, especially during the holiday season. This turmoil created by House Republicans and billionaire Elon Musk is going to slow our recovery. It’s going to hit people in the pocketbooks, and it’s irresponsible.” A downloadable video file is available here. Hurricanes Helene and Milton wreaked havoc in the Tampa Bay area, causing extensive damage. With over 11,600 applications for Small Business Administration Disaster Loans and thousands of Floridians seeking FEMA emergency assistance to rebuild their homes, securing this funding is crucial for long-term recovery. A delay in legislation could lead to Florida losing over $10 billion in disaster aid, surpassing any other state in losses. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404751 | CASTOR STATEMENT ON DISASTER AID | 2024-12-19 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) released the following statement after voting in favor of $100 billion in emergency disaster aid for Florida communities and individuals who were hit hard by Hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton: “Speaker Johnson and Republicans need to get serious, stop kowtowing to Elon Musk and offer a bill with broad bipartisan support because Floridians need disaster assistance now. House Republicans have caused too many delays and diversions as families, small businesses and communities grapple with rebuilding after the devastating hurricanes. We have been waiting for months for Republicans to act,” said Rep. Castor. “Floridians are resilient, but I voted to support families and small businesses impacted by disasters who deserve swift and effective support to get back on their feet. Billionaire Musk wields too much power. House Republicans should stop trying to placate him and instead act on behalf of the people who need emergency aid and a government that works for them.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://frankel.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3765 | Rep. Frankel Announces Over $300,000 for Public Safety Upgrades and Criminal Justice Reform in Palm Beach County | 2024-12-18 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Lois Frankel | F000462 | frankel.house.gov | frankel | https://frankel.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement after Palm Beach County and several cities received grants from the Department of Justice (DOJ) to strengthen public safety, prevent crime, and improve the local criminal justice system. “Keeping our communities safe is paramount,” said Rep. Frankel. “These grants will provide local officials with the resources they need to strengthen our public safety, reduce and prevent crime, and aid re-entry efforts for individuals released from incarceration.” The funding was awarded through the DOJ’s Justice Assistance Grant Program and includes the following initiatives: A community-based re-entry initiative for individuals returning from prison sentences, in partnership between The Lord’s Place and Palm Beach County; A Holiday Robbery and Burglary Task Force in Delray Beach, designed to reduce crime during the holiday season through high-visibility patrols and updated community policing strategies; Police e-bikes in West Palm Beach to improve officer safety and response times; Installation of security cameras in Greenacres to detect and deter crime; Upgraded equipment for the Palm Springs Police Department; An Out-of-School Literacy Program Specialist in Lake Worth Beach to foster positive relationships and improve educational opportunities for at-risk youth; Security cameras and equipment in Boynton Beach to improve crime prevention initiatives through the city’s Real Time Crime Center (RTCC); and Crime investigation software in Boca Raton to improve public safety. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-wilson-and-rep-salazar-s-bipartisan-effort-for-duty-free-haitian-apparel-imports-included-in-final-continued-resolution | Rep. Wilson and Rep. Salazar's Bipartisan Effort for Duty-Free Haitian Apparel Imports Included in Final Continued Resolution | 2024-12-18 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Frederica S. Wilson | W000808 | wilson.house.gov | wilson | https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Congresswoman Frederica Wilson and Congresswoman María Elvira Salazar's bipartisan effort to extend the Haitian Economic Lift Program, which would allow duty-free access for Haitian apparel and textile imports, was included in the final continued resolution expected to pass. Congresswoman Frederica Wilson was the Democratic lead for the Haiti Economic Lift Program Extension Act of 2023, and pushed the legislation alongside the Republican leads, Congresswoman Maria Salazar (FL-27) and Congressman Brad Wenstrup (OH-2). In the Senate, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio of Florida led the effort. This joint effort originally started in 2021 in the 117th Congress. "I'm thrilled to see years of advocacy for Haiti pay off with the inclusion of duty-free access for Haitian apparel in the final continuing resolution. This is a crucial step forward for Haiti, enhancing the successes of the original HELP Act. By extending these trade benefits until 2030, we are not only supporting a vital sector of Haiti's economy but also providing hope and stability to thousands of hardworking Haitians. This bipartisan effort underscores our commitment to fostering economic resilience in Haiti, reducing unemployment, and discouraging paths to violence," Congresswoman Frederica Wilson said. "I want to thank Senator Marco Rubio, Congressman Brad Wenstrup, and Congresswoman Maria Salazar for their leadership in advocating for this proposal. I am also grateful to Speaker Mike Johnson and Leader Hakeem Jeffries for including it in the continuing resolution. We cannot forget the people of Haiti. They are suffering, and today's announcement is a win for them." "I am thrilled to see the extension of the HOPE/HELP trade program with Haiti included in the government funding bill," said Rep. María Elvira Salazar. "This bill will promote critical regional stability by ensuring the survival of the clothing and textile industry in Haiti, the backbone of their economy. This is very important for the futures of Miami, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and the rest … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404745 | U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor Cheers New Consumer Savings Rule | 2024-12-17 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) applauded the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) new Junk Fees Rule, which eliminates hidden fees on live-event tickets and short-term lodging, saving American consumers significant time and money. The rule brings transparency to pricing by requiring businesses to disclose the full price upfront, making it easier for families to budget and compare options. “Families shouldn’t have to play a guessing game when planning a night out or a trip. Sneaky hidden fees are a burden. They drive up costs and leave families frustrated at checkout. This new rule ensures that the price you see for concert tickets and hotel stays is the price you pay—no hidden fees, no surprises,” said Rep. Castor. “The FTC junk fee rule mirrors legislation I led to reign in out-of-control Junk Fees and lower costs. It’s about fairness, transparency and saving hardworking families both time and money so they can focus on making memories together, not worrying about unexpected charges.” The FTC estimates that the Junk Fees Rule will save consumers up to $11 billion over the next decade by eliminating unnecessary fees and wasted time spent searching for accurate prices. The rule targets misleading “resort fees,” “service fees” and other hidden charges in the live-event ticketing and lodging industries, ensuring that pricing is transparent, honest and upfront. Castor introduced the bipartisan No Hidden Fees on Extra Expenses for Stays (No Hidden FEES) Act with Rep. Young Kim (R-CA) to improve cost transparency for stays in short-term lodgings, such as hotels, motels and inns. The No Hidden FEES Act of 2023 passed the U.S. House on June 11, 2024. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-maxwell-frost-announces-over-4-million-returned-to-central-floridians-and-3500-cases-solved-via-offices-constituent-services | Congressman Maxwell Frost Announces Over $4 Million Returned to Central Floridians and 3,500 Cases Solved Via Office’s Constituent Services | 2024-12-17 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Maxwell Frost | F000476 | frost.house.gov | frost | https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | ORLANDO, FL — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (D-FL) announced that his office has helped return over $4 million in money owed to constituents of Florida's 10th Congressional District from various federal agencies. In August, Congressman Frost had previously announced a total of $3 million dollars returned to constituents. And in just 4 months, the Congressman’s office has been able to return an additional million dollars to constituents while closing an additional 500 cases. "When we talk about returning money to our constituents, this is money that is rightfully owed to them, but because of government red tape, there are delays or errors in disbursements that keep much needed money out of folks' pockets,” said Congressman Maxwell Frost. “But that's where our constituent services team steps in to advocate for our people and ensure folks receive what they are owed from federal agencies like the IRS or Social Security. These returns can sometimes be upwards of tens of thousands of dollars, which can be life-changing for working people.” "No matter what the next Administration may do to limit government programs— my team and I will be hyper focused on fighting for the people of Central Florida and continuing to support our constituents. We're committed to showing folks that the government can work for people and deliver real results for them." Constituents needing help with a federal agency can submit a request online at frost.house.gov or call the Congressman's Orlando office at 321-388-9808. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3280 | Wasserman Schultz, Cornyn, Blumenthal, Colleagues' Bill to Combat Child Exploitation Passes Senate | 2024-12-17 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Josh Hawley (R-MO), and Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Representatives Nathaniel Moran (TX-01) and Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) released the following statements after their PROTECT Our Children Act, which would reauthorize and modernize the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program, passed the Senate: “For decades, the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Program has played a critical role in protecting our children from exploitation,” said Sen. Cornyn. “By extending and modernizing this program, our bill would help put vicious criminals behind bars and safeguard our next generation, and I urge the House to pass it swiftly.” “We must save children who are victims of the most ongoing vile, stomach-churning crimes because child sexual abuse goes unstopped,” said Sen. Blumenthal. “Protecting such victims is urgent and imperative—and we have an obligation to provide tools and resources necessary to do it. The PROTECT Our Children Act reauthorizes and modernizes the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force Programs, enabling law enforcement to combat the exploding, serious dangers of abhorrent abuse in an online society. This essential legislation will help safeguard our children and hold predators accountable.” “There is no frontier that poses a bigger threat to the next generation than technology and the internet,” said Sen. Hawley. “The PROTECT Our Children Act gives law enforcement the resources, assistance, and infrastructure they need to combat child sexual exploitation and internet crimes. I’m proud to support reauthorization of this crucial program.” “In almost every aspect of the real world, child safety is a top priority. That sense of urgency should extend to the virtual world too,” said Sen. Durbin. “I’m pleased that our legislation to ensure that the ICAC Program has the resources it needs so state and local law enforcement can continue to hold perpetrators accountable and make the internet safer for its younges… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404744 | Reps. Castor, Kim Urge Congress to Confront Stillbirth Public Health Crisis | 2024-12-16 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, U.S. Reps. Kathy Castor (D-FL) and Young Kim (R-CA) memorialized the stories of over 1,500 parents and loved ones impacted by the stillbirth public health crisis in the Congressional Record and urged Congress to pass their bipartisan Stillbirth Health Improvement and Education (SHINE) for Autumn Act before years end. The bill was passed out of the House Energy and Commerce Committee unanimously and is awaiting House Leadership to bring it up for a vote. “At least one out of every four stillbirths is estimated to be preventable, but there is still too much we do not know,” said Rep. Castor. “That’s why we need real change that will lead to measurable improvements, and the SHINE for Autumn Act will help achieve this goal. I urge my colleagues to make the SHINE for Autumn Act law before the end of the year to confront this crisis and improve outcomes for mothers and babies.” “Despite alarming statistics, stillbirth is one of the most underfunded and underresearched public health issues today,” said Rep. Kim. “To address high stillbirth rates, we need to improve data collection, research, and awareness. The SHINE for Autumn Act would do just that. I hope for swift action from Congress to ensure healthier pregnancies and decrease stillbirth rates.” Read their stories here. The SHINE for Autumn Act aims to bridge gaps in stillbirth data, research, and education by allowing for: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-06T19:07:19Z |
| https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-wilson-applauds-president-biden-for-providing-clemency-for-nearly-1500-americans-and-urges-the-president-to-issue-more-pardons | Rep. Wilson Applauds President Biden for Providing Clemency for Nearly 1,500 Americans and Urges the President to Issue More Pardons | 2024-12-12 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Frederica S. Wilson | W000808 | wilson.house.gov | wilson | https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Congresswoman Frederica Wilson issued the following statement after President Biden Announced Clemency for nearly 1,500 Americans: "Today's announcement from President Biden is a powerful reminder that justice includes compassion and the opportunity for redemption. By granting clemency to nearly 1,500 individuals and pardoning 39 nonviolent offenders, he's reaffirming America's commitment to second chances and fairness. These decisions honor the progress made by those who've worked to rebuild their lives and contribute to their communities. I thank President Biden for his action today, but our work isn't done yet," Congresswoman Frederica Wilson said. "President Biden still has a little over a month left in office, and I hope he uses that time to build on today's decision by pardoning more nonviolent offenders and more deserving folks who have turned their lives around. This especially includes Black men who have disproportionately suffered from mass incarceration for non-violent offenses. By extending clemency to more deserving individuals, he can further solidify his legacy of compassion and justice in his final days in office." On November 20th, 2024, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson joined her Congressional colleagues in calling President Biden to issue more pardons. Click here for the full letter. On December 5th, 2024, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson sent a letter to the President urging pardons for Desmond Meade and Michael Keister. Click here for the full letter. On May 25th, 2023, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson and Congressman Maxwell Frost led a letter to President Biden calling him to pardon Civil Rights Leader and Nobel Peace Prize Nominee Desmond Meade, the Executive Director of the Florida Rights Restoration Coalition. Click here for the full letter. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404737 | Critical Mineral Policy Working Group Unveils Bipartisan Legislation, Policy Report | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Reps. Kathy Castor (D-FL) and Rob Wittman (R-VA), co-chairs of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) Critical Minerals Working Group, led the introduction of new bipartisan legislation that helps address the United States’ dependence on the CCP for critical minerals and jumpstart American industry and workforce alongside our allies and partners. Spearheaded by Rep. Castor and Rep. Wittman, the working group spent months evaluating the United States’ deep reliance on the CCP for critical minerals and developing solutions. Now, members are introducing three new bipartisan bills and a bipartisan working group policy report, Creating Resilient Critical Mineral Supply Chains. Members of the Critical Mineral Policy Working Group are: Rep. Castor, Rep. Wittman, Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer (R-MO), Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI), Rep. Carlos Gimenez (R-FL), Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-NY), and Rep. Ben Cline (R-VA). The bills developed by the working group are the Earth Sciences and Cooperation Enhancement Act of 2024, an amendment to the Export Reform Act of 2018, and the Critical Minerals Workforce Enhancement Act. Summaries of the bills and the report can be found below. “America’s dependence on adversarial nations for critical minerals poses a significant threat to our national security and our clean energy future,” said Rep. Castor. “This legislative package promotes sustainable development and strengthens our domestic supply chains through international partnerships, export controls and workforce development. I’m grateful to Rep. Wittman and our working group colleagues for the meaningful, bipartisan work that created this package. By working together, we can enhance our energy security and create new opportunities for American workers and businesses.” “The Chinese Communist Party’s dominance of global critical minerals supply chains poses a dire economic threat to U.S. national security,” said Rep. Wittman. “As lead … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404738 | Castor Votes for MacDill AFB, Big Pay Raise for Troops in FY25 NDAA | 2024-12-11 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) released the following statement upon passage of the FY2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA): “Our military service members and their families deserve unwavering support, so I am proud that the FY2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) delivers a well-deserved pay raise for our troops while safeguarding America’s national security and boosting vital strategic alliances. “I am particularly proud to have championed parts of the defense bill that benefit the service members and families at MacDill Air Force Base, including pay raises and critical improvements to on-base housing, health care and childcare. As Co-Chair of the Special Forces Caucus, I am also gratified that Congress will invest in Special Operations Forces and SOCOM to support service members and their families to retain top talent. “We owe it to our service members to address the cost of living. That’s why I fought to secure a 14.5 percent pay raise for junior enlisted service members and a 4.5 percent pay raise for all other service members. This well-earned pay raise will provide meaningful relief to service members and their families. Additionally, the NDAA increases the Basic Needs Allowance, helping military families better manage grocery and housing costs. “Child care is another top priority for military families. The NDAA fully funds child care fee assistance initiatives to eliminate waitlists for eligible families. It also makes needed investments to recruit, train and retain child care personnel to expand the DoD child care workforce. “Safe, clean housing is essential for service members and their families at MacDill and around the world. The NDAA includes significant investments to accelerate the replacement of mold-laden housing and barracks. “I am deeply disappointed in Speaker Johnson’s choice to hijack meaningful bipartisan work to inject a highly partisan provision targeting LGBTQ+ children. His decision to turn this defense bill into a vehicle for extremist … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404732 | House Passes Major Water Infrastructure Bill with Tampa Bay Priorities | 2024-12-10 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the House of Representatives passed a critical water infrastructure improvement bill that includes legislation introduced and championed by Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) to support resiliency projects, protect our environment, bolster our beaches and support the growing Tampa Bay economy. The Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) is comprehensive legislation passed by Congress every two years to authorize Federal investments critical to our nation’s economy, environment and public safety and health. "Investments in our nation's water infrastructure and ecosystems are vital to supporting our communities and small businesses alike," said Rep. Castor. "By mitigating flood risks at MacDill, restoring ecosystems and investing in resilience, this legislation promotes environmental sustainability and economic strength. I am committed to advancing these bipartisan solutions to protect our waterways and the people who depend on them." “The package also includes a significant investment for Port Tampa Bay aimed at expanding and improving navigable waterways, bolstering Tampa Bay’s vibrant marine economy – one of only four navigation projects authorized in the country. Our growing region relies on the goods and service that a healthy shipping channel provides.” The Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act includes several provisions championed by Castor, including: | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-cherfilus-mccormick-applauds-us-senate-passage-hearts-act | Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick Applauds U.S. Senate Passage of the HEARTS Act | 2024-12-10 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick | C001127 | cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov | cherfilus-mccormick | https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON D.C. ─ Today, Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20) applauded the U.S. Senate’s passage of the HEARTS Act, which includes her bill, the Access to AEDs Act. The Access to AEDs Act, introduced by Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick in March 2023, would direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services to award grants to elementary and secondary schools partnered with nonprofit healthcare organizations to develop and implement a comprehensive program to promote defibrillation access. These grants can be used to purchase new CPR and AED equipment and provide training to students, staff, and volunteers. “As a mom and Member of Congress, I’m on a mission to expand life-saving healthcare tools to children nationwide by equipping schools with AEDs and training for cardiac emergencies,” said Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick. “By increasing access to these vital tools, we can protect our schoolchildren when disaster strikes. I am proud to help advance the HEARTS Act of 2024, which aims to prevent tragedies like those we witnessed with NFL player Damar Hamlin of the Buffalo Bills. The HEARTS Act ensures families can feel confident about their children's safety at school. It includes my Access to AEDs Act, which increases survival rates from sudden cardiac arrests, allowing kids to return home safely after emergencies. I look forward to President Biden signing this critical piece of legislation into law,” she concluded. Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is a life-threatening emergency caused by a malfunction in the heart’s electrical system or structure, caused by an abnormality from birth or one that develops over time. Annually, nearly 600,000 Americans suffer from SCA. More than 7,000 youth under the age of 18 suffer from SCA annually in the United States, with student-athletes being more than 3.5 times as likely to experience SCA as non-athletes. Survival from SCA more than doubles when a bystander uses a publicly available AED as compared to waiting for an AED shock after the arrival of e… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-wilson-s-statement-on-the-water-resources-development-act-passing-the-house-of-representatives | Rep. Wilson's Statement on the Water Resources Development Act Passing the House of Representatives | 2024-12-10 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Frederica S. Wilson | W000808 | wilson.house.gov | wilson | https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson, senior member of the Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee in the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, released the following statement after the House of Representatives Passed the Water Resources Development Act. "South Florida is on the frontlines of the climate crisis, especially in areas like Miami Beach and other coastal communities I represent," Congresswoman Frederica Wilson said. "The Water Resources Development Act directly addresses urgent issues, including coastal storm risk management in Miami-Dade and Broward counties, water resource conservation, port and harbor modernization, and ecosystem restoration in unique areas of biodiversity like the Everglades. This legislation will help create economic opportunities and protect our water supply. With our climate crisis growing more urgent by the day, this legislation couldn't come at a more critical time. I am incredibly proud to have championed this legislation, ensuring that South Florida's needs were met." When Congresswoman Wilson was first elected to Congress, the WRDA did not require biennial renewal. As founder and Chair of the bipartisan Florida Ports Caucus, Congresswoman Wilson successfully pushed for the biennial renewal of WRDA to ensure it addresses the current needs of our communities. The Water Resources Development Act includes funding and authorization for: Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (Section number 1401). Coastal Storm Risk Management projects in Broward County (multiple segments, Section numbers 1145, 1337, 1336). Coastal Storm Risk Management projects in Miami-Dade County, including the Miami-Dade Back Bay project (Section numbers 1145, 1337, 1336). The Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) is a biennial piece of legislation that authorizes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to implement projects aimed at enhancing the nation's ports, harbors, inland waterways, flood protection systems, and other critical water infrastructure. These locally-driven projects not … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404725 | Reps. Castor, Joyce, Ross, Bacon Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help End Abuse and Sexual Violence in Sports | 2024-12-06 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representatives Kathy Castor (FL-14), Dave Joyce (OH-14), Deborah Ross (NC-02), and Don Bacon (NE-02) hosted a virtual press conference to announce the introduction of their Safer Sports for Athletes Act. Alongside survivors and advocates, the lawmakers introduced their bipartisan legislation to strengthen the U.S. Center for SafeSport (SafeSport) and help end sexual, physical, and emotional abuse in sports. VIDEO: Click here to download a recording of the press conference Congress established SafeSport in 2017 to conduct investigations into cases of abuse in sports, control a centralized disciplinary database, and provide training designed to prevent abuse in sports to coaches, athletes, and sports organizations. SafeSport receives thousands of reports of abuse and misconduct per year, but it needs stronger guidelines and greater resources to fulfill the intent of Congress and better prevent and address sexual, physical, and emotional abuse of athletes. "Every athlete at every level deserves to participate in sports in a safe, harm-free environment,” said Rep. Kathy Castor. “Congress created the U.S. Center for SafeSport to protect athletes and hold abusers accountable, but it’s clear that gaps in transparency and accountability must be addressed to serve athletes better. That’s why I’m proud to introduce this bipartisan legislation with my colleagues to restore trust, strengthen safeguards and ensure every athlete can thrive in a supportive environment.” “Our nation’s athletes at all ages go through extensive training and work overtime to achieve their athletic goals. Unfortunately, the prevalence of sexual abuse by some of their most trusted mentors and coaches is all too common,” said Congressman Joyce. “After extensive conversations with athletes who have used the effective SafeSport program since 2018, my colleagues and I put together the Safer Sports for Athletes Act to make necessary improvements. These revisions will ensure athlete survivors get the care they deserve and the… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-maxwell-frost-introduces-bill-to-prevent-radioactive-materials-from-being-used-to-build-roads_the-no-radioactive-roads-act | Congressman Maxwell Frost Introduces Bill to Prevent Radioactive Materials from Being Used to Build Roads – the “No Radioactive Roads Act” | 2024-12-06 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Maxwell Frost | F000476 | frost.house.gov | frost | https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Frost Bill Would Prevent Cancer-Causing Fertilizer Byproduct from Being Used in Road Construction, Has Support from Local Leaders WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (D-FL) and Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) introduced the No Radioactive Roads Act legislation to make sure the Trump Administration cannot once again allow for deadly, cancer-causing radioactive material, phosphogypsum (PG), to be used in road construction. Florida is the world's largest PG producing area with 1 billion tons of PG stored in stacks, mainly in the Central Florida region. In 2021, a tear at a PG stack facility allowed for millions of gallons of untreated wastewater to be released into Tampa Bay, devastating the clean waters of the bay and causing a red tide outbreak, killing millions of fish. In 2023, Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law to allow the cancer-causing material to be used in road construction. Frost’s bill has the support of a half-dozen Central Florida leaders including State Senator Geraldine F. Thompson, State Senator Carlos Guillermo Smith, State Representative Anna V. Eskamani, State Representative Rita Harris, State Representative Johanna López, Orange County Commissioner Kelly Semrad. “Leaders like Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis care more about making sure that their corporate donors are happy than they do about making sure your communities aren’t built with cancer-causing materials. It’s disgusting,” said Congressman Maxwell Frost. “PG can and has seeped into our water, into our soil, and into our air – endangering our people, our environment, and our businesses. We need to take action to make sure that no future administration can allow this radioactive and cancer-causing substance to be used to build our roads without adhering to very high safety standards.” “The health and safety of our communities must always come first. Allowing radioactive materials like phosphogypsum to be used in road construction is a direct threat to our families, our environment, and … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3278 | Wasserman Schultz, Frankel Statement on Amnesty International Report | 2024-12-06 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Washington, DC – U.S. Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) and Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement on Amnesty International’s recent report on Israel: “Amnesty International’s report relies on fraudulently attributing genocidal intent to Israeli officials and the Israeli people at large. The argument rests entirely on a politically driven revisionist definition of what constitutes a genocide, breaking with internationally accepted standards to reach Amnesty's desired conclusion. The authors argue that the threshold of evidence for accusing states of genocide is “too high” and in doing so, acknowledge that their findings in Gaza do not meet the elements of the crime. When a prosecutor concludes that they lack the evidence to meet a legal standard, they should modify the accusation rather than mangling the statute to accommodate a predetermined assumption of guilt. This is especially crucial when it comes to the most horrific accusation that can be leveled against a nation. Instead, Amnesty’s slanderous report conflates conduct with intent, confuses outcomes with objectives, and contrives a novel legal framework that cites Israel’s very existence as evidence of its malign intent. This misguided report will not help end the war or resolve the conflict. It will not help free the hostages or bring peace to civilians endangered by Hamas. It will, however, cheapen the meaning of genocide. And tragically, it will likely discredit legitimate concern for the humanitarian crisis brought on by Hamas’ truly genocidal ambitions, routine abuse of civilians and hostages as human shields and willful disregard for the lives of Palestinians.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404724 | U.S. Rep. Castor Statement on DeSantis Rejecting KidCare Expansion – A Real Scrooge Move | 2024-12-05 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) released the following statement on Governor Ron DeSantis’ latest move to deprive thousands of Florida children of the health care coverage they need by rejecting the Florida Legislature-approved expansion of KidCare as approved by federal officials: “It’s cruel and short-sighted for Governor DeSantis to deprive Florida children of the doctor visits and health services they need to stay healthy as intended by a bipartisan initiative of the Florida Legislature. “Earlier this week, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) approved the State’s plan to expand eligibility for the children’s health care program (“CHIP” or “KidCare”). More working families in Florida are now just one step away from being able to access affordable health coverage for their children, as a unanimous Florida Legislature intended. All that stands between allowing 165,000 more Florida kids access to high-quality health coverage is a signature from Governor DeSantis. “The plan to expand KidCare to children up to 300% of the federal poverty threshold was passed unanimously by state lawmakers in early 2023. Despite the bipartisan support in the state, Governor DeSantis failed to implement the expansion and instead dragged his feet by throwing up roadblocks and wasteful lawsuits for almost a year and a half. It is now solely in his hands to allow this important expansion to go forward, but once again, he is acting like Ebenezer Scrooge. “I urge Governor DeSantis to do the right thing for Florida families, be fiscally responsible, and follow the law so that Florida kids can access the health care they need and deserve. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3277 | Wasserman Schultz, Franklin Lead Bipartisan Effort to Modernize NOAA Hurricane Hunter Fleet | 2024-12-05 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | “With increasingly severe hurricane seasons, communities across the nation are relying more than ever on NOAA’s life-saving storm tracking and forecasting capabilities,” said Wasserman Schultz. “By investing in new hurricane hunter aircraft now, we ensure that NOAA can continue to protect lives, property, and entire communities from the growing threats of extreme weather.” Washington DC – Today, U.S. Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) and Scott Franklin (FL-18) led 10 of their Florida colleagues in a bipartisan letter urging Congress to include funds to modernize the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) hurricane hunter aircraft fleet in any upcoming emergency disaster relief supplemental package. “With increasingly severe hurricane seasons, communities across the nation are relying more than ever on NOAA’s life-saving storm tracking and forecasting capabilities,” said Wasserman Schultz. “By investing in new hurricane hunter aircraft now, we ensure that NOAA can continue to protect lives, property, and entire communities from the growing threats of extreme weather.” “NOAA’s hurricane hunter fleet is imperative to delivering real-time data to improve the accuracy of forecasts and inform emergency management efforts,” said Franklin. “During Hurricane Milton, I joined the crew of NOAA 42 and saw firsthand the importance of this live-saving weather tracking technology. Congress must fund the modernization of NOAA’s aging planes to help protect our communities.” The funding, as requested in the Administration’s recent supplemental request, would enable NOAA’s Office of Marine and Aviation Operations (OMAO) to complete construction of two new hurricane hunter planes already in progress and acquire a third. This modernization effort is vital to maintaining the nation’s hurricane and extreme weather forecasting capabilities. NOAA’s current WP-3D Orion hurricane hunter planes, which have served for decades, are set to retire by 2030. Without timely replacements, NOAA’s ability to collect real-… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3274 | Senate Sends President Bill to Study Transfer of Weitzman Museum of American Jewish History Transfer to the Smithsonian | 2024-12-04 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Washington DC – Today, U.S. Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), Mike Turner (OH-10), Brendan Boyle (PA-2), and Max Miller (OH-7) announced that their bill, the Commission to Study the Potential Transfer of the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History to the Smithsonian Institution Act (H.R. 7764), passed the Senate last night and now heads to the President’s desk. This commission is a critical step in transferring the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, a highly regarded museum dedicated to the history, culture, and contributions of Jewish Americans, to the Smithsonian Institution. If transferred, the Weitzman would serve as the Smithsonian’s only museum specifically dedicated to the stories of Jewish Americans. The bill passed the House in September, and with its unanimous Senate approval, now goes to the President’s desk to be signed into law. Sen. Bob Casey (PA) led the companion bill in the Senate. “Educating all Americans, from all over the country, about the amazing contributions Jewish Americans made to our nation, not only raises awareness but helps dispel harmful prejudices about our community,” said Wasserman Schultz. “Welcoming the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History into the larger Smithsonian family would bring that vision closer to reality. Education about the Jewish American community is a critical tool in the fight against hate, and there is no better place for that learning than the Weitzman. I am proud to champion this legislation and am thrilled to see it reach the President’s desk.” “With antisemitism on the rise, the Weitzman Museum is playing a vital role in educating the next generation about the contributions Jewish Americans have made to our Nation and stemming the tide of hate,” said Casey. “Integrating the Weitzman with the Smithsonian will cement the museum’s place as one of America’s essential institutions.” “There is broad bipartisan, bicameral support in preserving and promoting the contributions of Jewish Americans via The Weitzma… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-cherfilus-mccormick-kelly-introduce-bipartisan-legislation-tackle-obesity | Reps. Cherfilus-McCormick, Kelly Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Tackle the Obesity Epidemic | 2024-12-03 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick | C001127 | cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov | cherfilus-mccormick | https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON D.C. ─ Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20) and Congressman Mike Kelly (PA-16) introduced bipartisan legislation to address the obesity crisis and lower out-of-pocket drug costs for vulnerable Americans. The Dual Eligible Americans Living (DEAL) with Obesity Act would provide coverage of weight loss drugs under Medicare Part D for dually eligible Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries living with obesity. “For too long, Americans living with obesity were unable to access the life-changing medications they needed because of antiquated and discriminatory policies in the Medicare Part D program that considered obesity to be a purely cosmetic problem,” said Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick. “It is long overdue that Medicare recognizes obesity as a chronic disease so patients can benefit from new medical innovation in the obesity space.” “Dually eligible beneficiaries, some of the most vulnerable members of our communities, should be given every opportunity to improve their health and wellbeing. The DEAL with Obesity Act will lead to better patient outcomes, reduce preventable chronic conditions, and ultimately save our health care system billions of dollars spent on obesity care every year,” Congressman Mike Kelly said. “I am proud to co-lead this bipartisan legislation alongside Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick and look forward to working with my colleagues to help our fellow Americans.” “We applaud Representative Cherfilus-McCormick and Representative Kelly’s continued commitment to tackling the obesity crisis. The DEAL with Obesity Act will greatly expand access to innovative, life-altering weight loss drugs that have unfortunately remained out of reach for so many dual eligibles, 20% of whom are Hispanic,” said Dr. Elena Rios, President of the National Hispanic Health Foundation. “HealthyWomen supports the DEAL with Obesity Act, a crucial piece of legislation aimed at improving access to innovative treatments for obesity. The Act will make GLP-1 agonists and other medications designed for … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3273 | Wasserman Schultz, Issa Bill to Prohibit Stolen Cuban Trademarks Signed Into Law | 2024-12-03 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Washington DC – Today, U.S. Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) and Darrell Issa (CA-48) announced that their bill, H.R. 1505, the No Stolen Trademarks Honored in America Act, was signed into law by President Joe Biden Monday evening. This new law prohibits U.S. recognition of illegally confiscated trademarks and provides a bulwark against attempts by the Cuban regime to profit from hijacked intellectual property. The No Stolen Trademarks Honored in America Act does so by further restricting U.S. courts and executive branch agencies from enforcing or validating confiscated trademarks if they have been used in connection with an expropriated business or asset. “Our most fundamental responsibility is protecting Americans from being victimized by our adversaries. This means standing up to foreign malign actors who take advantage of loopholes in our laws to profit from stolen trademarks.” said Rep. Wasserman Schultz. “I’ve heard Cuban American constituents recount how their families were stripped of hard-earned wealth, expropriated by autocratic regimes. I’m grateful to President Biden for signing our bill into law and demonstrating the United States’ continuing commitment to combating intellectual property theft.” This bill righted a historic injustice by ensuring that American trademarks stolen by the Cuban regime will no longer be recognized on U.S. soil. This is more than just a law on the books: It is a declaration that the bond between the American people and their intellectual property is sacred, and its confiscation without consent is no less of a theft than the robbing of a bank. My thanks to Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz, as well as Senators Rubio and Cortez Masto, for their leadership and dedication to this very just cause,” said Rep. Issa. The previous prohibition was limited to U.S. courts and applied only if the confiscated trademark is being asserted in the United States by a Cuban national. Under H.R. 1505, the prohibition shall not apply if the original trademark owner, or a successor, has e… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404723 | Castor Announces 2024 Nominations to Prestigious U.S. Military Academies | 2024-12-02 | 2024 | 2024-12 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | TAMPA, Fla. – Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) announced 26 Tampa Bay area students who received nominations for admission into America’s prestigious military academies: Air Force Academy (USAFA), Naval Academy (USNA), West Point (USMA) and the Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA). The outstanding student leaders hail from more than ten local high schools in Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties. “These talented student leaders are vital to the future of America. Their interest in serving our country brings great pride to our patriotic Tampa Bay community,” said Castor. “I’m grateful for the service of my Nomination Committee, which thoroughly reviews every application and interviews interested students. I am confident that this year's nominees will represent the Tampa Bay Area and our nation well in their future endeavors.” Photos of the nominees can be found here. Receiving a nomination to one of our nation’s military academies is an essential step towards receiving an appointment to the academies. Nominations are earned based on each student’s interview with Castor’s Nomination Committee, their academic record, participation in extracurricular activities and demonstrated leadership qualities. Because of the stringent application requirements, many students begin working on what it takes to apply as early as their first year of high school. Under federal law, all U.S. military academies, except the Coast Guard Academy, require either a service-connected nomination or a congressional nomination (from a member of Congress in either the U.S. House or Senate or the Vice President of the United States). Parents and students interested in the nomination process can work with their school guidance counselors and find more information at Service Academy Nominations | U.S. Representative Kathy Castor (house.gov). Castor will announce official appointments at a later date after being notified of appointments by the academies. Today’s announcement is the conclusion of Castor’s 2024 competitive nomination process. The no… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:13:55Z |
| https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-cherfilus-mccormick-highlights-record-drop-veteran-homelessness | Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick Highlights Record Drop in Veteran Homelessness Achieved Under Biden-Harris Administration | 2024-11-11 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | House | FL | Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick | C001127 | cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov | cherfilus-mccormick | https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Tamarac, FL — Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick praised the Biden-Harris Administration for achieving a historic milestone: the lowest rate of veteran homelessness ever recorded. As a Veteran’s Affair Committee member, Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick highlighted the Administration's efforts and local programs that contributed to this life-changing outcome for countless veterans nationwide and in Florida. "Our veterans deserve our utmost respect for their bravery and sacrifices, and that includes ensuring they have a safe place to call home," said Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick. “Today, the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness announced a record low in veteran homelessness on Veterans Day. This momentous achievement reflects the commitment of the Biden-Harris administration and congressional Democrats to support the men and women who served our country. Still, much more work must be done – one homeless veteran is one too many." Through federal initiatives like the HUD-VASH program, support for rapid rehousing, and expanded access to healthcare and employment resources, the Biden-Harris Administration has demonstrated a renewed focus on uplifting veterans and breaking down the barriers to safe, stable housing. This record low in homelessness results from dedicated policy action and comprehensive on-the-ground support from countless local organizations, shelters, and veteran advocates. In Florida, where veteran homelessness has been a persistent challenge, Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick has worked alongside local agencies and the Department of Veterans Affairs to champion increased funding and resources for housing programs and support services. “Our veterans shouldn’t face homelessness after risking so much in service to our country,” she said. “Today’s achievement brings us closer to a future where every veteran has the support they need to thrive.” Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick remains committed to delivering for our veterans by driving forward additional policies to reduce furth… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404708 | On First Day of Open Enrollment, Reps. Castor & Ross Introduce Legislation to Protect Families from Rogue Health Insurance Brokers | 2024-11-01 | 2024 | 2024-11 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | TAMPA, FL – Today, Reps. Kathy Castor (FL-14) and Deborah Ross (NC-02) introduced the bicameral Insurance Fraud Accountability Act, legislation aimed at establishing criminal penalties and enhancing consumer protections against rogue health insurance brokers who are changing Americans’ Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace plans and disenrolling them from Medicaid without their knowledge or consent. This bill addresses alarming tactics that jeopardize the financial and health security of American families. In June, Senators Ron Wyden (D-OR), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Patty Murray (D-WA), Brian Schatz (D-HI), and Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) introduced the Insurance Fraud Accountability Act in the Senate. "The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has been a godsend to families in Florida and across America. The ACA has lowered the cost of high-quality health care and banned discrimination for preexisting conditions. Unfortunately, a few bad actors are exploiting people and signing them up for health insurance plans without their consent,” said Rep. Castor. "On the first day of Open Enrollment, I’m proud to introduce the Insurance Fraud Accountability Act with Rep. Ross to bring greater transparency and accountability to the health insurance marketplace by cracking down on predatory health insurance sales, ensuring consumers are notified of plan changes, establishing stronger penalties for fraudulent enrollments and requiring brokers to act in the best interest of the customer. Together, these measures will protect hardworking Americans from predatory practices and keep money in their wallets where it rightfully belongs.” “North Carolina families deserve to feel secure in their health care choices, but for far too long, rogue brokers have exploited their trust,” said Rep. Ross. “This bill is a necessary reform to protect our communities from deceptive practices that leave families with unexpected medical bills and significant financial strain. By holding these bad actors responsible, we are taking concrete s… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T22:07:06Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404707 | U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor Announces $1.8 Million for Port Tampa Bay for Climate and Air Quality Improvements | 2024-10-29 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | TAMPA, FL – Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) announced Port Tampa Bay will receive $1.8 million in grant funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Ports Program to develop a climate pollution reduction strategy for port infrastructure. Port Tampa Bay will use the funds to develop a baseline air pollution inventory and engage with port and community stakeholders on long-term planning for cleaner operations. The grant will allow Port Tampa Bay to study the feasibility of renewable energy technology, including electric, battery-electric, hydrogen fuel cell, and green fuel technologies. The study will include goals/objectives, tracking, reporting, technology deployment, infrastructure upgrades, renewable energy procurement, stakeholder engagement, and funding strategies. “Climate pollution is responsible for rising temperatures and extreme weather events like rapidly intensifying and powerful hurricanes, so it is critical that we develop solutions that reduce pollution and the costly impacts of the heating climate,” said Rep. Castor. “I am enthused to support Port Tampa Bay’s efforts Clean Ports Climate and Air Quality Planning - made possible by the Inflation Reduction Act. The planning grant will support the installation of modern electric infrastructure and the replacement of outdated equipment to enhance efficiency and aid the transition to a zero-emission future. Through this initiative, the Port will further its environmental stewardship by improving and safeguarding air quality throughout Tampa Bay.” Castor has championed infrastructure and resiliency investments in Tampa Bay neighborhoods and economic engines under the landmark Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and Inflation Reduction Act, which was passed by the Democratic-led Congress and signed by President Biden. This grant follows a $22 million grant for Port Tampa Bay to improve supply chains and a $40 million grant for Tampa International Airport to construct a new terminal announced in October. The total project cost i… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/biden-harris-administration-alongside-congresswoman-wilson-announce-389-million-towards-miami-dade-county-s-northeast-corridor-rapid-transit-project | Biden-Harris Administration, alongside Congresswoman Wilson, Announce $389 million towards Miami-Dade County's Northeast Corridor Rapid Transit Project | 2024-10-28 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Frederica S. Wilson | W000808 | wilson.house.gov | wilson | https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | The Federal Transit Administration, alongside Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24), announced that it is advancing the Miami-Dade County Northeast Corridor Rapid Transit Project into the Engineering phase of the Capital Investment Grants (CIG) program. This means the Federal Transit Administration will invest $389,474,434 in Miami-Dade County. The total project plan is $927.3 million, and under this plan, the Federal Transit Administration will provide $389.4 million, Miami Dade County will provide 337.9 million, and the State of Florida will commit $200 million. Congresswoman Wilson, a senior member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, said, "The Federal Transit Administration's announcement is a game-changer for Miami-Dade County and brings our community much closer to seeing the Northeast Corridor become a reality. Traffic and transit options have been issues across Miami-Dade County for as long as I can remember, especially in areas like Wynwood, Aventura, Little Haiti, and North Miami. I'm proud to have worked with our county officials and federal partners at the Federal Transit Administration to help secure these funds for Miami-Dade County. Constructing the Northeast Corridor will help reduce traffic, provide more transportation options, create jobs, contribute to our efforts to combat the climate crisis, and allow Miami-Dade County to become the modern, transit-connected community it deserves to be. While more work lies ahead, today marks a large milestone in our efforts to construct the Northeast Corridor." Congresswoman Wilson represents the areas where the Northeast Corridor would be constructed, including North Miami, Aventura, and Little Haiti. She has been a consistent advocate for the Northeast Corridor and has previously requested $454 million in funds from the federal government for the Northeast Corridor Rapid Transit Project. She was also one of five cosponsors of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act, which helped allow this funding for the Northeast Corridor. "We are grateful… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404706 | U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor Announces $40M Grant for New State-of-the-Art Terminal at TPA | 2024-10-23 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | TAMPA, FL – U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) announced that Tampa International Airport (TPA) will receive $40,000,000 in federal grant funding through the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Airport Terminal Program. The funding will support the construction of a new terminal, Airside D, to meet international and domestic passenger demands. “Tampa International Airport is an economic powerhouse for the Tampa Bay region,” said Rep. Castor. “Tampa Airport serves a growing and dynamic region including an estimated 25 million passengers a year, so it’s critical that the airport can modernize and meet the growing demand. This significant federal funding will help improve airport operations and ensure a comfortable travel experience at one of the world’s most beloved airports.” “We’re immensely thankful for the support and partnerships of U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor and the FAA in helping to fund Tampa International Airport’s first new airside terminal in nearly 20 years,” TPA CEO Joe Lopano said. “Airside D will be critical in accommodating the tourism, population and business growth we’re experiencing in the Tampa Bay region and beyond, and we’re looking forward to breaking ground on this project later this year.” The grant partially funds the construction of the new 16-gate Airside D terminal, which consists of approximately nine passenger boarding bridges and an automated people mover track connecting Airside D to the main terminal. The Airside D project is part of the Airport’s Capital Program and is the third and final phase of TPA’s Master Plan. Phases 1 and 2 included several major projects, including the Main Terminal redevelopment, the Rental Car center, SkyConnect Automated People Mover, a roadway expansion, the Central Utility Plan, the Blue Express Curbsides, and the SkyCenter One office building. Castor has championed infrastructure investments in Tampa Bay neighborhoods and economic engines under the landmark Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which was passed by the Democratic-led Congress and s… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-frederica-wilson-presents-750000-to-miami-gardens-for-drainage-improvements | Congresswoman Frederica Wilson Presents $750,000 to Miami Gardens for Drainage Improvements | 2024-10-20 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Frederica S. Wilson | W000808 | wilson.house.gov | wilson | https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | On Saturday, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) presented $750,000 for a drainage improvement project to mitigate flooding, especially during natural disasters. Congresswoman Wilson successfully acquired this funding through the Congressional Appropriations for Fiscal Year 2023. "Miami Gardens is more than just a place I represent—it's my home. This is where my neighbors and friends live, and it's my mission to ensure we serve and uplift our community. We know the threat that climate change poses to our communities. The last two hurricanes cement that reality. This money will help build a more resilient community, protect our and ensure we keep our streets free from flooding," Congresswoman Frederica Wilson said. "This investment of $750,000 from the office of Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson into our Miami Garden's community is important and will assist the City's efforts to address areas of our community that may experience some localized flooding after periods of heavy rainfall. The City remains committed to improving our drainage systems and mitigate flooding in areas of the city that need it most," Miami Gardens Mayor Rodney Harris said. "I want to thank our federal partners for this investment in Miami Gardens. Funding that tackles drainage and future flooding allows us to build a resilient community that meets the infrastructure needs of our residents and businesses." Miami-Dade Board of County Commission Chairman, who represents Miami Gardens, Oliver Gilbert said. Miami Gardens Councilwoman Katrina Baskin said, "It's so exciting to have our representatives in Congress fully support the City of Miami Gardens' vision for increased development and fortified infrastructure to carry us into the next century. Congresswoman Frederica Wilson is one who truly understands and values community." "Congresswoman Wilson's commitment to Miami Gardens is nothing short of extraordinary. The $750,000 allocation for the drainage improvement project isn't just investments in infrastructure—they are investments in t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-wilson-presents-500000-check-to-support-arts-based-youth-based-mental-health-initiative-i-am-me-at-adrienne-arsht-center | Congresswoman Wilson Presents $500,000 Check to Support Arts-Based Youth Based Mental Health Initiative, "I Am Me, at Adrienne Arsht Center | 2024-10-19 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Frederica S. Wilson | W000808 | wilson.house.gov | wilson | https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | On Saturday, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) visited the Adrienne Arsht Center to present a check of $500,000 to support the "I am Me," an Arts-Based Youth Mental Health Initiative in Miami-Dade County. Launched in early 2022, "I am Me" is a theatrical production and interactive workshop, produced and presented by the Arsht, that travels within M-DCPS, aiming to engage up to 25,000 high schoolers each year. This initiative is designed to support teenagers by offering resources to enhance their mental health. This funding was a part of the Congressional Appropriations for the Fiscal Year of 2023. Congresswoman Frederica Wilson said, "Initiatives like 'I Am Me' are impactful resources that leverage the arts to foster mental health and resilience, and we need to see more of this. It's a strengthen to seek help, not a weakness and supporting these programs provides our children with the necessary resources to thrive. I would like to express my gratitude to the Adrienne Arsht Center for leading this initiative and striving to build a healthier, more hopeful future for all young people." "I am Me" serves as the first arts-driven mental health initiative of its kind. "The Arsht is grateful that Congresswoman Wilson shares our belief that the arts can be a powerful tool for understanding ourselves and each other. I am Me is an important mental wellness initiative that can help spark important conversations among teens about mental health, and we are grateful to have the financial support to allow the Arsht to offer this experience to every Miami-Dade high school each season." Johann Zietsman, President and CEO, Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County, said. "I am Me" has received the praised and accommodation of students on cast writers alike. For example, Director of "I am Me" and playwright Teo Castellanos said, "'I am Me' calls for the attention we need to place on our young people." One M-DCPS student, Isaiah Marcelin, said "The show has definitely inspired me to be more open abo… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-wilson-presents-850000-check-to-carrie-meek-foundation-to-fund-new-aviation-workforce-innovation-center-in-north-dade | Congresswoman Wilson Presents $850,000 Check to Carrie Meek Foundation to Fund New Aviation Workforce Innovation Center in North Dade | 2024-10-19 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Frederica S. Wilson | W000808 | wilson.house.gov | wilson | https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | On Friday, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) visited Flying Classroom at Miami-Opa-Locka Executive Airport to present a check of $850,000 to the Carrie Meek Foundation. The appropriation will fund the Carrie Meek Aviation Workforce Innovation Center, a state-of-the-art upskilling location that will serve residents in Opa-Locka, Liberty City, Miami Gardens, and Hialeah. The project is in collaboration with Experience Aviation, led by renowned pilot Barrington Irving, whose technical training school prepares students across the nation for careers in aviation and STEM-related fields. This funding is part of Fiscal Year 2024 Congressional Appropriations. "I'm thrilled to support the Carrie Meek Aviation Workforce Innovation Center. There is no better way to support our communities than by providing ladders of economic opportunity. People want the opportunity to work hard and be rewarded for a job well done," Congresswoman Frederica Wilson said. "Miami is a major transportation hub with high-paying jobs. Too many workers don't know how to get into the Aviation workforce or lack the skills. That's why I'm proud to support this innovative job center, which will empower workers with the skills and resources to land high-paying jobs in the aviation industry." The Center aims to host technicians from STEM fields to provide aviation industry-specific workforce skills training, and job placement opportunities for residents in North Dade and the surrounding area who are unemployed or underemployed. The facility will include labs for 3D printing, advanced manufacturing, electrical systems, green technologies and other technical skills. "The Carrie Meek Aviation Workforce Innovation Center will be a groundbreaking collaboration between The Carrie Meek Foundation and Experience Aviation," said Lucia Davis-Raiford, president and CEO of the Foundation. "It will open doors by increasing awareness of opportunities, then building the talent base to match those opportunities through expert training, career development and econ… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404705 | U.S. Rep. Castor, SBA Administrator Open Small Business Recovery Center to Aid Businesses, Individuals, Renters & Nonprofits Damaged or Economically Harmed By Hurricanes | 2024-10-17 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | TAMPA, FL – U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) and Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman marked the opening of a new SBA Business Recovery Center (BRC) at the Entrepreneur Collaborative Center in Ybor City to support recovery from Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The SBA BRC is available to assist businesses, homeowners and renters with advice and applications for low-interest disaster loans. “Tampa Bay small businesses fuel our economy, but back-to-back hurricanes have hurt local business owners,” said Rep. Castor. “The new Business Recovery Center will provide on-the-ground support to homeowners, renters, businesses and nonprofits and help them bounce back. I’m grateful to SBA, USF Small Business Development Center and other dedicated disaster teams for helping our community recover. A low-interest disaster loan is a better option than a credit card with a high interest rate.” SBA can make disaster loans of up to $500,000 to homeowners to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate. Homeowners and renters may be eligible for up to $100,000 to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed personal property. Businesses may be eligible for up to $2 million for both physical damage and economic injury from business disruption. SBA received approximately 37,000 applications for relief submitted from those impacted by Hurricane Helene. The SBA has already made over 700 Helene loan offers totaling about $48 million. For Hurricane Milton, SBA has received over 12,000 applications. Due to a lapse in funding, SBA has paused disbursement until Congress acts, but the SBA application portal remains open, and individuals and small businesses are strongly encouraged to apply for loans. Disaster survivors should start the application process immediately so SBA can review applications and position eligible applicants to receive offers and funds. Rep. Castor stands ready to return to Washington to vote for additional disaster funding immediately. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://frankel.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3757 | Rep. Frankel Announces Medicare Open Enrollment for 2025 | 2024-10-17 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Lois Frankel | F000462 | frankel.house.gov | frankel | https://frankel.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, DC – Earlier this week, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-22) announced the start of Medicare Open Enrollment for 2025. There are currently 67.5 million Medicare enrollees nationwide, including over 350,000 in Palm Beach County. Every year, Medicare enrollees have the opportunity to review their coverage and select a plan that best meets their needs. Recent changes to Medicare could save seniors thousands of dollars. “This week we marked the start of an important time of year for the over 350,000 Medicare beneficiaries in Palm Beach County,” said Rep. Frankel. “Medicare plans change every year, so seniors should check all coverage options to select the best plan for them.” Under the leadership of President Biden and Vice President Harris, as well as Democrats in Congress, we are lowering health care costs. The price of insulin is now capped at $35 per month, recommended vaccines—including the shingles vaccine—are available at no cost, and starting next year, there will be a $2,000 out-of-pocket cap for prescription drugs. Open enrollment runs through December 7, 2024, for coverage beginning January 1, 2025. Enrollees can visit Medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE to compare plans. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3266 | Wasserman Schultz, DeGette Lead Congressional Call for FDA to Wrap Up E-Cigarette Marketing Review, Take Action on Thousands of Illegal E-Cigarette Products on Shelves | 2024-10-17 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) and Diana DeGette (CO-01) announced that they led 65 Members of Congress in a letter to call on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to finalize review of outstanding Premarket Tobacco Product Applications (PMTAs) for e-cigarette products and to take aggressive enforcement action to remove the thousands of illegal, flavored e-cigarettes that remain on the market without approval. The Members also urged the agency to follow the science on the well-documented risks that flavored e-cigarettes pose to youth and deny PMTAs for all non-tobacco-flavored e-cigarettes, including menthol-flavored products. “Flavored e-cigarettes put a new generation of kids at risk of nicotine addiction and the serious health harms that result from tobacco use. When children’s health is at stake, we cannot tolerate any delay. Unfortunately, the most popular tobacco products with kids have been on the market for several years, with observable negative consequences for public health, and I am very disappointed that the FDA still has not finalized reviewing pending applications per the court-ordered deadline, nor has it removed all these illegal products from the shelves,” said Wasserman Schultz. “Leaving flavored e-cigarette products widely available without understanding the full impact they have on attracting youth and other non-tobacco users is dangerous and the FDA must swiftly finalize this review process and use all its enforcement tools available to make sure that kids are protected against illegal, kid-friendly products.” “Over 1.6 million middle and high-school aged students use e-cigarettes – an unacceptably high figure. There are thousands of products on the market designed specifically to appeal to young people, including flavored e-cigarettes,” said DeGette. “The FDA must follow the science and crack down on bad actors looking to hook America’s youth on nicotine instead of allowing Big Tobacco to continue to jeopardize the health of our young people whi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-wilson-presents-225000-check-to-broward-community-and-family-health-centers-for-a-mobile-dental-clinic-van | Congresswoman Wilson Presents $225,000 Check to Broward Community and Family Health Centers for a Mobile Dental Clinic Van | 2024-10-16 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Frederica S. Wilson | W000808 | wilson.house.gov | wilson | https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | On Wednesday, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson visited Broward Community and Family Health Centers, Inc. (BCOM), to Present a $225,000 Check for a Mobile Dental Clinic Van. This van will provide dental services for all residents—children and adults—within the local communities. Congresswoman Wilson successfully acquired this funding through the Congressional Appropriations for Fiscal Year 2022. Congresswoman Frederica Wilson said, "As we present this check today, we are investing in the smiles and health of our community. I am so proud to have advocated for this funding to assist the Broward Community and Family Health Centers. Today, we proudly present this check to fund a mobile dental clinic van, bringing vital dental care directly to those in need. Together, we are ensuring that everyone, regardless of background, has access to the essential dental care they deserve. This van will ensure that no one in our community is left behind when it comes to their health and well-being." "Dental health is a critical component of overall well-being, and at BCOM, we are committed to ensuring that every member of our community has access to top-notch oral care," said Broward Community and Family Health Centers CEO, Rosalyn Frazier. "This innovative initiative will allow us to reach more residents across Broward County, breaking down barriers to access and delivering essential dental services directly to those in need." BCOM's Board President and Mayor of West Park, Felicia Brunson, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce the BCOM Mobile Dental Unit to the West Park community, expanding access to essential dental care for our residents. This initiative reflects our commitment to improving health outcomes by bringing services directly to those who need them most. We extend our deepest gratitude to Congresswoman Frederica Wilson for her steadfast leadership and unwavering support of West Park, which continues to drive positive change in our city." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3264 | Wasserman Schultz, Salazar Sponsor Bipartisan REVOCAR Act to Defund Maduro’s Repression of Venezuelans | 2024-10-15 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), co-chair of the Congressional Venezuela Democracy Caucus, and María Elvira Salazar (FL-27), Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere, introduced the bipartisan Revoke Exemptions for Venezuelan Oil to Curb Autocratic Repression Act, or REVOCAR Act, to prohibit new and existing licenses for companies to transact with Venezuela's state oil company, which provides revenue for the Maduro regime's crimes against humanity. U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) previously introduced a similar bill in the Senate. “Maduro’s brutal regime refuses to honor the undeniable election results, despite clear evidence proving his loss. Rescinding these special licenses, which exclusively serve to subsidize the regime's crony corruption, violent repression, and flagrant human rights abuses, must be part of our international effort to reject Maduro's election theft,” said Wasserman Schultz. “If we truly intend to see through a peaceful transition of power and honor the will of the Venezuelan people, we cannot afford to indulge fossil fuel companies’ investors at the expense of democracy.” “It’s long past time to cut off the flow of money that the Maduro Dictatorship uses to oppress their people,” said Salazar. “We are sending a loud and clear message that if Maduro stays, there will be no oil money for the Venezuelan regime.” “Despite the sweeping and clear opposition victory in the recent Venezuelan presidential election, the Maduro regime refused to release results, announced that it had won instead, and arbitrarily arrested thousands of opposition supporters,” said Durbin. “We must put an end to the outright theft of the Venezuelan voters’ overwhelming choice for a better future. I’m pleased that Reps. Wasserman Schultz and Salazar are introducing the House bill to terminate all U.S. petroleum cooperation and related trade with Venezuela until the legitimate results of the recent election are respected. The Maduro regime clings to … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-frederica-wilson-joined-city-of-miami-commission-meeting-to-present-1000000-check-for-little-haiti-youth-center-at-athalie-range-park | Congresswoman Frederica Wilson joined City of Miami Commission Meeting to Present $1,000,000 Check for Little Haiti Youth Center at Athalie Range Park | 2024-10-15 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Frederica S. Wilson | W000808 | wilson.house.gov | wilson | https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | At the City of Miami Commission Meeting Tuesday, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) presented a $1,000,000 check to the City of Miami for the Little Haiti Youth Center at Athalie Range Park. It is designed to provide local youth and residents with a safe, state-of-the-art space to gather and thrive. Congresswoman Frederica Wilson said, "This isn't just any building; it'll be a 12,000 square-foot hub of creativity and activity. This will be a place where our children and families can gather, learn, and create lasting memories together. Because let's be real—no child should have to sit in a McDonalds parking lot just to find WiFi to finish their homework. Our kids deserve better, and it's our job to create those spaces for them. I'm incredibly proud to be part of this effort to uplift our community and invest in our future." This approximately 12,000 sq. ft. ADA-compliant facility will feature a 3,000 sq. ft. multipurpose room, a computer lab with charging stations, three homework rooms, an arts and crafts room, an indoor fitness area with equipment and lockers, a kitchen, restrooms, and ample storage. Outside, a large plaza with concrete seating and shade structures will support outdoor activities. These innovative features will create a space where children and families can enrich their lives and strengthen social development. This funding was secured as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 Congressional Appropriations process. "On behalf of Miami, I sincerely thank Congresswoman Wilson for her generous funding of the Athelia Range Park Community Center, a greatly needed state-of-the-art facility with a multi-purpose room, fitness room, computer lab, and adjacent plaza that will serve residents of all ages," said City of Miami Mayor Francis X. Suarez. "Your support has been instrumental in bringing this vision to life." City of Miami Chairwoman Christine King, who represents this park in her district, said, "Thank you Congresswoman Wilson for helping the future generations of our community with this $1M fund f… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://frankel.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3756 | Rep. Frankel Joins Local Officials at Village of Wellington City Hall to Assess Hurricane Milton Damages, Support Recovery Efforts | 2024-10-10 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Lois Frankel | F000462 | frankel.house.gov | frankel | https://frankel.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Wellington, FL – Earlier this afternoon, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-22) joined local officials at the Village of Wellington City Hall to assess damages and support recovery efforts following the significant impact on several homes caused by the tornado that Hurricane Milton spawned in the area. “The path of destruction from this tornado is shocking, with numerous houses in Wellington left severely damaged, while others right next door remained untouched,” said Rep. Frankel. “I’m deeply grateful to Palm Beach County’s first responders and local officials who’ve been working around the clock to keep Wellington’s residents safe and begin the cleanup and restoration process. I’m working closely with local leaders to ensure we get the federal help needed to support recovery and rebuilding efforts.” For those impacted by the storm, please visit the resources below for the latest updates on recovery efforts and available assistance: Apply for Disaster Assistance: Residents in designated counties can apply for FEMA assistance by visiting disasterassistance.gov, calling 1-800-621-3362, or through the FEMA app. Document damage: Take photos to submit to your insurance company and protect damaged property. A helpful FEMA fact sheet is here. Report hazards: Wellington residents can report issues like downed trees, flooding, or other storm-related concerns via the GoWellington App or by visiting wellingtonfl.gov/GoWellington Waste disposal: Do not mix debris and vegetation when setting them at the curb. Wellington debris removal contractors will collect storm-generated vegetative debris in neighborhoods throughout the Village. Power outages: Click here to report outages directly to Florida Power & Light (FPL). Get additional help: Call 211 or visit 211’s website to be connected with additional resources. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/icymi-congresswoman-wilson-demands-speaker-johnson-bring-back-congress-to-pass-hurricane-relief-and-price-gouging-legislation | ICYMI: Congresswoman Wilson Demands Speaker Johnson Bring Back Congress to Pass Hurricane Relief and Price-Gouging Legislation | 2024-10-10 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Frederica S. Wilson | W000808 | wilson.house.gov | wilson | https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Miami, Fla.— In the wake of Hurricane Milton, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) recently joined Congressional colleagues to demand Speaker Johnson bring back Congress to pass Hurricane Disaster Relief funds and call for a federal price gouging ban. On Wednesday, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) joined 63 of her congressional colleagues, including Congresswoman Jared Moskowitz (FL-23), Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20), Congressman Maxwell Frost (FL-10), Congressman Darren Soto (FL-09), on a letter to ask Speaker Mike Johnson to "bring the US House of Representatives back into session to approve the necessary funding that will empower FEMA and the SBA to fulfill their disaster relief missions." This letter came "amidst a season marked by unprecedented natural disasters and increasingly severe weather events that have left communities across our nation in dire need of additional and comprehensive disaster relief funding," including Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene. For the link to the full letter, click here. The House of Representatives recently passed a short-gap funding bill to keep the government open until December, but it failed to provide additional funds to FEMA and the SBA for supplemental disaster relief. MAGA Republicans denied those additional funds despite Democrats' calls for a comprehensive emergency supplemental. Additionally, on Tuesday, in a joint statement with the Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC), Chairwoman Pramila Jayapal (WA-7), along with Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24), Congressman Maxwell Frost (FL-10), Congressman Darren Soto (FL-09), and Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20), addressed recent reports of airline and hotel price-gouging as Florida residents evacuate ahead of Hurricane Milton: "Right now, Floridians are preparing for what could become one of the state's worst storms in a century. Authorities are telling families in the Tampa area that they will die if they don't leave their homes. But instead of making it easie… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases/ahead-of-hurricane-miltons-landfall-congressman-maxwell-frost-joins-noaas-hurricane-hunters-for-flight-into-the-storm | Ahead of Hurricane Milton’s Landfall, Congressman Maxwell Frost Joins NOAA’S Hurricane Hunters for Flight Into the Storm | 2024-10-08 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Maxwell Frost | F000476 | frost.house.gov | frost | https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Frost takes flight to observe the gathering of vital data to help improve track and intensity forecasts Photos and footage from the flight can be found here ORLANDO, FL — Early this morning, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) returned from a flight directly into Hurricane Milton, a Category 5 hurricane at the time of the flight, with sustained winds exceeding 175 mph in the Gulf of Mexico. Congressman Frost, a member of the Space, Science, and Technology committee, which oversees the functions and budget of NOAA, joined NOAA's Hurricane Hunters to observe as they collect critical atmospheric data to improve the accuracy of storm forecasts ahead of its landfall in Florida. With Central Florida in the storm's direct path, Frost hopes his experience will encourage Floridians to take all necessary preparations in anticipation of this unprecedented and serious storm . In a statement, Rep. Frost describes the experience and sends message to Floridians: "As my team and I do everything we can to prepare for Hurricane Milton, last night, I was invited by NOAA to fly into the storm with the agency's specialized group of Hurricane Hunters. The scientists on board analyze storm information and subsequently send it to the National Hurricane Center, aiding in the creation of predictions and storm tracks that play a vital role in saving lives. During our flight, we penetrated Hurricane Milton's eye three times as it reached Category 5 strength. The turbulence during our flight was extremely intense, and at one point, we free-fell several thousand feet, which underscored the storm's ferocity. "After countless hours flying through Hurricane Milton, and seeing the atmospheric data come in firsthand, I can confidently say this storm deserves serious attention from every Central Floridian. Regardless of its impact category, the storm surge, flooding, and high winds will result in significant destruction and will put countless lives and vulnerable communities at risk. Please prepare, sign up for local emergency alerts,… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-cherfilus-mccormicks-statement-one-year-anniversary-october-7th | Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick's Statement on the One-Year Anniversary of the October 7th Terrorist Attack | 2024-10-07 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick | C001127 | cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov | cherfilus-mccormick | https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick issued the following statement on the one-year anniversary of the October 7th terrorist attack. "One year ago, on October 7, the world witnessed the deadliest day for the Jewish people since the Holocaust. In a shocking display of brutality, Hamas terrorists murdered over 1,200 innocent people, used rape as a weapon of war, and kidnapped dozens of men, women, and children, tearing families apart and leaving entire communities shattered. These atrocities were not isolated acts of violence, but part of a calculated campaign of terror by Hamas, a proxy of Iran, designed to sow fear and destruction. These barbaric acts, including those committed by Hezbollah and Iran itself, must come to an end, the hostages must come home, and the international community must stand united in demanding their immediate release. We must also commit to surging humanitarian aid into Gaza and ending the suffering of the Palestinian people at the hands of Hamas. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://frankel.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3755 | Reps. Frankel, Gottheimer, Wilson, Kim Mark One Year Since Devastating October 7 Hamas Terrorist Attacks on Israel with Bipartisan Resolution | 2024-10-07 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Lois Frankel | F000462 | frankel.house.gov | frankel | https://frankel.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, Reps. Lois Frankel (D-FL-22), Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ-5), Joe Wilson (R-SC-2), and Young Kim (R-CA-40) announced they will introduce a bipartisan resolution condemning Hamas’s October 7, 2023 terrorist attack on Israel, one year after that dark day. The resolution unequivocally condemns Hamas’s barbaric actions on and since October 7th and reinforces the United States’ ironclad commitment to Israel’s security. It also underscores the urgent need to ensure the release of all remaining hostages—including seven Americans, address humanitarian needs in Gaza, and bring lasting peace to the region. “Today, we mark a devastating and somber anniversary—one year since Hamas terrorists unleashed the deadliest attack on the Jewish people since the Holocaust. On October 7, 2023, the world witnessed in horror as Hamas murdered, raped, and maimed thousands of innocent civilians, while taking 240 hostages—unknown how many remain alive captive in Hamas’s dark tunnels, enduring unimaginable suffering,” said Rep. Frankel. “More than ever, it is important that there is no separation in the bond between the United States and Israel and that Hamas release the hostages.” “As we commemorate one year since October 7, we honor the memory of the innocent civilians who were brutally murdered by Hamas terrorists and we stand with our greatest ally in the Middle East, Israel in its efforts to secure the safe return of the remaining hostages. We can never forget that Hamas terrorist terrorists launched a devastating attack against Israel, brutally murdering more than 1,200 people, and kidnapping more than 240 people. 101 people remain captive, including 7 Americans,” said Rep. Gottheimer. “We must continue to combat the surge in antisemitism that has followed and ensure that Iran and its proxies, including Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ), Hezbollah, and the Houthis, are held accountable. This bipartisan resolution reaffirms America’s unwavering commitment to Israel’s security and to the release of all the remain… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-maxwell-frost-statement-on-one-year-anniversary-of-hamas-led-attack-on-israel | Congressman Maxwell Frost Statement on One Year Anniversary of Hamas-led Attack on Israel | 2024-10-07 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Maxwell Frost | F000476 | frost.house.gov | frost | https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representative Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement as the world mourns the first anniversary of the Hamas-led attack on Israel, where more than 1,200 Israelis died in the Hamas attacks of October 7, 2023, and nearly 100 Israelis remain held hostage by Hamas. We also mourn the more than 40,000 people in Gaza who have been killed following the aftermath of the October 7th attack. In a statement, Rep. Frost says: “Today’s anniversary weighs heavy on my heart as we mark one year since the horrendous October 7th terrorist attack and atrocities were carried out. Families in Israel and across the world, and those whose loved ones remain captive, continue to endure unimaginable pain– the largest loss of Jewish life since the Holocaust. Hostages are still not home with their families, and we cannot stop working till they are home. “The horrific attack on October 7th led to the start of a devastating year-long war that has killed tens of thousands and caused millions of Palestinians to suffer and be displaced. The fear, grief, and loss are felt far beyond borders as the toll of war grows ever deeper with no clear end in sight. “As we honor the memories of those lost, we must also carry forward a shared hope and commitment for peace. Today, let us reflect on our pain but remind ourselves of our collective responsibility to push for a ceasefire, hostages returning home, establish a lasting peace, and seek healing for those so devastatingly impacted.” ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://soto.house.gov/media/press-releases/soto-announces-62-million-us-economic-development-administration-investment | Soto Announces $6.2 Million U.S. Economic Development Administration Investment for the Kissimmee Utility Authority | 2024-10-04 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Darren Soto | S001200 | soto.house.gov | soto | https://soto.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | KISSIMMEE, FL — This week, Congressman Darren Soto (FL-09) announced that the Kissimmee Utility Authority (KUA) will receive a $6.2 million investment from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) for utility infrastructure improvements to support the semiconductor manufacturing industry in Central Florida. This EDA investment will be matched with $7.5 million in local funds. “We are thrilled to see the U.S. Economic Development Administration invest $6.2 million in utilities infrastructure here in Kissimmee, with an additional $7.5 million in local funds,” said Congressman Darren Soto. “This investment is a game-changer for our community, as it supports the expansion of the semiconductor manufacturing industry. It not only strengthens our infrastructure but also positions Kissimmee as a hub for innovation, job creation, and economic growth in the region.” “Maintaining a reliable power grid is essential to creating opportunities for economic development in Osceola County for generations to come,” said KUA President and General Manager Brian Horton. “We look forward to utilizing this significant investment to further enhance our power capabilities to support the innovation that’s positioned our region as a growing tech hub.” “The City appreciates Congressman Darren Soto’s and the U.S. Economic Development Administration's support. Investing in our power supply is crucial for ensuring reliability and efficiency for residents, businesses, and stakeholders,” said Kissimmee City Manager Mike Steigerwald. “This funding will drive growth in the City of Kissimmee, positioning our area as a competitive choice for future investments while supporting our commitment to sustainability and enhanced community services.” This project is funded under the Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2023, which provided EDA with $483 million in additional Economic Adjustment Assistance (EAA) Program funds for disaster relief and recovery for areas that received a major disaster declaration under the Robert T. Sta… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3259 | Wasserman Schultz Leads Florida Congressional Democrats in Demanding DeSantis Rescind Abstinence-Only Directives | 2024-10-04 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) announced she had led seven Democratic Members of the Florida congressional delegation in a letter to Governor Ron DeSantis and state Department of Education Commissioner Manny Diaz Jr. demanding that the administration rescind directives requiring Florida public schools to solely teach abstinence-only sexual education. These orders instructed schools to remove core topics that are proven to be effective in keeping students safe, such as contraception, consent, and reproductive anatomy. The letter, delivered yesterday, was also signed by Representatives Kathy Castor (FL-14), Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20), Lois Frankel (FL-22), Maxwell Frost (FL-10), Darren Soto (FL-9), and Frederica Wilson (FL-24). Many schools currently offer medically accurate, comprehensive sexual education for their students. But the DeSantis Department of Education is using the law to require schools to get approval on their curriculum from the state to force abstinence-only programs on all Florida public schools and students. Abstinence-only programs have been consistently proven ineffective, damaging to students’ health, and discriminatory against the LGBTQ+ community. “Contrary to your claims, this law does not give parents more rights regarding their child’s education. Instead, it takes power from local educators and parents to decide the best educational materials for their students, and instead hands it to Tallahassee political appointees averse to science, facts, or public health data,” the Members wrote. “We therefore demand that your Administration and DOE rescind these harmful directives issued to our school districts that go way beyond state law and ensure local educators can teach the comprehensive sexual education curricula that parents want, and healthy students need.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://soto.house.gov/media/press-releases/soto-congressional-hispanic-caucus-host-roundtable-focused-voting-rights | Soto, Congressional Hispanic Caucus Host Roundtable Focused on Voting Rights Issues in Hispanic Communities | 2024-10-02 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Darren Soto | S001200 | soto.house.gov | soto | https://soto.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Last week, Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) Vice Chair of Policy Darren Soto and CHC Chair Nanette Barragán hosted a roundtable with CHC members, Congressional leadership, Biden-Harris Administration officials, and community stakeholders focused on voting rights issues affecting Hispanic communities ahead of the upcoming presidential election. During the roundtable, attendees spoke about barriers affecting access to the ballot box for Latinos across the country—such as reducing vote-by-mail and early vote options, mis/disinformation, gerrymandering, language barriers, petition drive limitations, and other suppression tactics—and ways Congress and the Executive branch can work in local communities to mitigate issues. “It is crucial that we address the pressing barriers that hinder Latino communities' access to the ballot. From making it harder to vote to widespread dissemination of misinformation/disinformation to gerrymandering, language obstacles, and other forms of voter suppression, these challenges disproportionately affect Hispanic voters,” said CHC Vice Chair of Policy Soto. “We must foster collaboration across federal, state, and local levels to protect voting rights. By taking meaningful action, we can empower local communities and ensure that every Latino voice is heard and respected in our democracy.” “The Congressional Hispanic Caucus knows that our vote is our voice, and we will protect the rights of all Americans to register and cast their vote – including our Latino communities. Serious barriers like voter suppression, language access issues, and gerrymandering continue to impact Latino voters and threaten to weaken our voices,” said CHC Chair Barragán. “The CHC Voting Rights Roundtable brought together CHC Members, Congressional leadership, and expert stakeholders from across the country to discuss the challenges and collaborate on new policy ideas to protect Latinos' right to vote. We are committed to the expansion of access to the ballot box, voter education, and the eli… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-frederica-wilson-s-statement-on-the-iranian-missile-attacks-on-israel | Congresswoman Frederica Wilson's Statement on the Iranian Missile Attacks on Israel | 2024-10-01 | 2024 | 2024-10 | Democrat | House | FL | Frederica S. Wilson | W000808 | wilson.house.gov | wilson | https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Today, Congresswoman Wilson released the following statement on the Iranian Missile Attacks on Israel: "The United States must remain committed to the security of the people of Israel, and Iran's attack on the civilians of Israel is unconscionable. Iran must stand down. The Biden-Harris Administration has been working around the clock to achieve a diplomatic solution to the conflict in the region, but today's attack by Iran sets back our united effort to end this war. "In the face of these attacks, we must stand with Israel because when Israel is strong, America is strong. My continued hope is that we can de-escalate the war in the Middle East and reach a ceasefire deal that brings back the hostages and paves the path for long-term peace and security in the region. "My thoughts and prayers are with the people of Israel tonight, and I will continue to monitor the situation." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:57:20Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3257 | Florida Democrats Support Brightline Employees’ Right to Organize | 2024-09-30 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Washington DC – Today, Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) led all eight Democratic Members of the Florida House delegation in the following statement in support of Brightline employees’ right to organize: “Since 1926, the Railway Labor Act has protected rail workers and their right to form a union and collective bargain – a core principle we all unequivocally support. With the news of employees working onboard Brightline trains from Miami to Orlando seeking to organize with the Transport Workers Union (TWU), we reaffirm and publicly support the right and ability to organize with the National Mediation Board as intended under the Railway Labor Act. We know union workers built the middle class and support critical industries across the state of Florida and the country. We all look forward to continuing to work with and fight for the workers and unions that keep Florida’s economy moving and growing - which is why we strongly support workers’ right to organize and collectively bargain.” Rep. Wasserman Schultz was joined by Florida Democratic colleagues Reps. Kathy Castor (FL-14), Ranking Member of Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials Subcommittee Frederica Wilson (FL-24), Lois Frankel (FL-22), Darren Soto (FL-09), Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20), Maxwell Frost (FL-10), and Jared Moskowitz (FL-23). #### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3256 | Wasserman Schultz, Owens Introduce Bill to Protect Rights of Crime Victims, Prevent Repeat of Epstein Impunity | 2024-09-26 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Washington DC – Yesterday, U.S. Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) and Burgess Owens (UT-4) introduced the bipartisan Courtney Wild Reinforcing Crime Victims' Rights Act to ensure victims of crime are treated with dignity, have the support they need while navigating criminal proceedings, and avoid further victimization. The Courtney Wild Reinforcing Crime Victims' Rights Act was spurred by Wild's lawsuit that asserted the rights of victims who fell prey to Jeffrey Epstein and were kept in the dark as federal prosecutors hashed out a secret and shockingly lenient plea deal. Wild fought in court for over 10 years before a Federal District Court finally declared that her rights, and the rights of other victims were violated under the Crime Victims' Rights Act (CVRA). However, in April 2020, the Eleventh Circuit of Appeals rejected her lawsuit, in part because the federal government never filed charges against Epstein, so due to ambiguities in the law, the CVRA was never triggered. This legislation would empower the Attorney General to implement the necessary reforms to ensure that all crime victims are afforded their rights under the CRVA. These reforms include the clarification that victims have the right to be informed by federal prosecutors of any plea or pretrial agreement that could impact their ability to secure justice and requiring the court to order a remedy if a victim’s rights have been violated, among other reforms. U.S. Reps. Jim Costa (CA-21) and Lois Frankel (FL-22) joined as original cosponsors. The following organizations have endorsed this legislation: Courtney Wild (survivor-advocate), Brad Edwards, and Paul Cassell (Wild’s Lawyers); Network for Victim Recovery of DC (NVRDC), National Center for Victims of Crime (NCVC), National Organization for Victim Advocacy (NOVA), Victims’ Rights Law Center (VRLC), National Alliance to End Sexual Violence (NAESV), and the National Crime Victim Law Institute (NCVLI). “Courtney Wild and other victims of Jeffrey Epstein have been wrongly denied standing… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404690 | Rep. Castor, House Democrats Prevent FOURTH MAGA Republican Shutdown Threat Since Start of GOP Majority | 2024-09-25 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) released the following statement after voting to pass legislation to avoid a MAGA government shutdown and extend current government funding through December 20, 2024: “Today, House Democrats stepped in to provide the votes needed to avoid a government shutdown after extreme MAGA Republicans in Congress refused to pass a budget. “This is no way to govern, but the last thing Florida families need is a government shutdown as Floridians prepare for Hurricane Helene and its difficult aftermath. I’m disappointed that 11 of my Republican colleagues from Florida were among the 82 Republicans who voted against the government in the face of a natural disaster. MAGA Republicans have exploited each funding deadline to play political games and force their radical Project 2025 policies on Americans while American families’ livelihoods hang in the balance. “House Democrats stand ready to work with Republicans to pass appropriations bills that reflect the bipartisan framework they committed to, and that lower costs, grow the middle class and protect our freedoms.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-frederica-wilson-s-statement-on-the-continued-resolution-to-keep-government-open-until-december | Congresswoman Frederica Wilson's Statement on the Continued Resolution to Keep Government Open Until December | 2024-09-25 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Frederica S. Wilson | W000808 | wilson.house.gov | wilson | https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC — Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson released the following statement on the Continued Resolution to Keep Government Open Until December, to which Congresswoman Wilson voted yes to keep government open: "Today, Democrats and Republicans came together to prevent a government shutdown that would have hurt millions of Americans by passing a continuing resolution to keep the government open until December. But before we celebrate, let's take a moment to address how we got here. "Last week, House Democrats stood strong to block the extreme MAGA Republicans' efforts to inject toxic provisions into our funding bills. These poison pills would have implemented parts of Trump's Project 2025, shortchanged veterans, and harmed the middle class. Make no mistake, the only reason we're passing a continuing resolution today instead of months ago is because MAGA Republicans deliberately chose to derail the process. "Months ago, Democrats and Republicans had already reached a bipartisan agreement to fund the government and avoid this last-minute scramble that people assume is normal in Congress. But instead of honoring that agreement, House Republicans, ordered by President Trump and his political ambitions ahead of the election, decided to stall the process—putting their own political interests above the needs of the American people. "This didn't have to happen. Even with this three-month extension, we could have passed a full budget by now if MAGA Republicans had been willing to put aside politics and work with Democrats for the good of the country. "And let's be clear: this isn't just about Democrats pointing fingers. Look at today's vote. Once again, it was Democrats who stepped up today. Once again, it was Democrats who provided the majority of votes to keep the government open. Once again, Democrats have proven that we are committed to solving problems for the American people and delivering real results, while many House Republicans—despite being the majority—voted to shut the government down. "So, wh… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/rails-subcommittee-ranking-member-rep-wilson-transportation-and-infrastructure-committee-ranking-member-rep-larsen-brightline-president-and-us-federal-railroad-administration-focus-on-rail-safety | Rails Subcommittee Ranking Member Rep. Wilson, Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Ranking Member Rep. Larsen, Brightline President, and U.S. Federal Railroad Administration Focus on Rail Safety | 2024-09-25 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Frederica S. Wilson | W000808 | wilson.house.gov | wilson | https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Washington, DC — Today, Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials Subcommittee Ranking Member Frederica Wilson, Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Ranking Member Larsen, President of Brightline Florida Patrick Goddard, and the U.S. Federal Railroad Administration Administrator Amit Bose remain committed to promoting rail safety. For that reason, Ranking Member Wilson introduced a Resolution to name the week of September 23rd through September 29th, "See Tracks? Think Train! Week" to reduce highway-rail grade crossing-related incidents, fatalities, and injuries. "Every week, we see new headlines of folks getting hurt in grade crossing accidents across my community and the nation. These deaths are preventable, and we must do more to help prevent these accidents and raise awareness for grade crossing incidents," Ranking Member Frederica S. Wilson said. "That is why I am making this week "See Tracks? Think Train! Week". Everyone across the private and public sectors doesn't want these deaths to happen. That is why we are all united to raise awareness for grade crossings, and I, along with Transportation Democrats, are united to pass bipartisan legislation to reduce grade crossings." According to the Federal Railroad Administration, highway-rail grade crossings lead to more than 2,000 incidents and 200 fatalities each year. Highway-rail grade crossing and trespassing incidents constituted approximately 96 percent of all rail-related fatalities in 2023. "Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, communities like Blaine and Burlington in Northwest Washington have the funding they need to improve safety at grade crossings," Ranking Member Rick Larsen said. "That said, Congress must do more to prevent the nearly 2,200 grade crossing accidents that happen across the country each year. During "See Track, Think Train!" grade crossing safety awareness week, T&I Democrats reaffirm our commitment to passing bipartisan legislation to help prevent accidents at rail grade crossings in communities in Washington s… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404689 | U.S. Rep. Castor: Amtrak’s Floridian Route Brings Comfortable, Convenient, Sustainable Travel Option from Tampa Bay to Chicago | 2024-09-24 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | TAMPA, FL – Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) celebrated Amtrak’s opening of a new route offering daily direct round-trip travel between Chicago and Miami with a stop in Tampa. The Floridian combines Amtrak’s Capitol Limited and Silver Star routes to offer travelers an enhanced travel experience for a limited time starting Sunday, November 10. “The launch of the Floridian is welcome news for Tampa Bay travelers who need options as our economy grows,” said Rep. Castor. “This exciting new route will help Amtrak modernize its infrastructure while continuing to provide exceptional service to passengers.” Castor led the effort to include Tampa’s Union Station as a stop along the route after it was bypassed in the original proposed route, writing to Federal Railroad Administrator Amit Bose to encourage the Tampa Bay region’s inclusion in the final route. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://frankel.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3753 | Reps. Frankel, Miller, Morelle, Bilirakis, Magaziner Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing National Fall Prevention Awareness Week | 2024-09-24 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Lois Frankel | F000462 | frankel.house.gov | frankel | https://frankel.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, Reps. Lois Frankel (D-FL-22), Carol Miller (R-WV-1), Joe Morelle (D-NY-25), Gus Bilirakis (R-FL-12), and Seth Magaziner (D-RI-2) introduced a bipartisan resolution recognizing September 22 – 28, 2024 as National Fall Prevention Awareness Week. The resolution seeks to raise awareness, encourage the prevention of falls among older adults, and highlight evidence-based programs that help reduce fall risks and save the lives of seniors. “With over 365,000 seniors in Palm Beach County, this issue is near and dear to my heart,” said Rep. Frankel. “Falls are the leading cause of injury among adults over 65. They can be debilitating, heartbreaking, and expensive, but the good news is they are preventable! This year, we’re marking National Fall Prevention Awareness Week to spread the word that tools and resources are available to help prevent falls before they happen, ensuring our seniors can live with the safety and dignity they deserve.” “It’s no secret the U.S. population is aging, and it’s important to ensure there are enough resources and education for seniors as they are more at risk of falling. By designating a National Fall Prevention Awareness Week, we are bringing awareness to this important issue that affects many of our constituents. I’m glad to join my colleagues in sponsoring this resolution to help prevent falls and protect seniors as they age,” said Rep. Miller. “As our loved ones get older, we must ensure they have the resources and support to age in place safely, independently, and with dignity,” said Rep. Morelle. “Falls can be scary and have serious health consequences for older individuals. It’s critical we do everything we can to promote fall prevention to help save lives and give seniors and their loved ones some well-deserved piece of mind. I’m proud to join my colleagues in support of this resolution, and I look forward to working with them to secure resources and support for older Americans.” “As someone who has experienced a fall that resulted in broken ribs, I am very… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3251 | House Democrats Support Michigan AG Nessel’s Efforts to Protect Students, Reject Unfair Accusations of Bias | 2024-09-24 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Washington DC – Today, 21 U.S. House of Representative Members released the following statement in response to criticism of Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel’s handling of antisemitic campus crimes: “Dana Nessel has distinguished herself as a just, discerning, and effective Attorney General. Michigan voters selected her to keep all communities safe, empowering her to faithfully exercise discretion and enforce the law. “That’s exactly what she has done in the cases of anti-Israel campus protesters as well as counter-protestors accused of violent acts that go far beyond protected speech. Those charged with criminal conduct will enjoy the same rights of due process as anyone else. Casting doubt on Attorney General Nessel’s impartiality or implying these cases are being handled unfairly due to her religious background is antisemitic, deeply disturbing, and unacceptable. “Elected officials are rightfully held to high standards, but we owe it to our constituents to model methods of disagreement that do not invoke hateful tropes or false charges of unfair bias.” Among the Members signing the statement that was co-led by U.S. Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-15) and Haley Stevens (MI-11), were Reps.: Elissa Slotkin (MI-07), Hillary Scholten (MI-03), Shri Thanedar (MI-13), Brad Schneider (IL-10), Lois Frankel (FL-22), Daniel Goldman (NY-10), Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), Greg Landsman (OH-01), Kathy Manning (NC-06), Norma J. Torres (CA-35), Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), Jared Moskowitz (FL-23), Ritchie Torres, (NY-15), Juan Vargas (CA-52), Tom Suozzi (NY-07), Susie Lee, (NV-03), Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Steve Cohen (TN-09) and Donald Norcross (NJ-01). #### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3253 | Bill to Study Transfer of Weitzman Museum Honoring American Jewish History to the Smithsonian Institution Passes House of Representatives | 2024-09-24 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Washington DC – Today, U.S. Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), Mike Turner (OH-10), Brendan Boyle (PA-2), and Max Miller (OH-7) announced that their bill, H.R. 7764, passed the House of Representatives late last night. H.R. 7764, the Commission to Study the Potential Transfer of the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History to the Smithsonian Institution Act, takes a critical step in transferring the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, a highly regarded museum dedicated to the history, culture, and contributions of Jewish Americans, to the Smithsonian Institution. The Weitzman, if transferred, would serve as the Smithsonian’s only museum dedicated specifically to the stories of Jewish Americans. Sen. Bob Casey (PA) leads the companion bill in the Senate. “Jewish communities have made astounding contributions to America’s noble experiment in building a more perfect union. Sharing those achievements with everyone is what the late Pennsylvania Sen. Arlen Specter and I had in mind when we created Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) nearly two decades ago. Educating all Americans, from all over the country, about these amazing Jewish impacts on our nation’s history, not only raises awareness but helps dispel harmful prejudices about our community,” said Wasserman Schultz. “Taking this critical step to welcome the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History into the larger Smithsonian family would bring that vision closer to reality. This powerful institutional integration signals a strong commitment to address the dramatic rise in antisemitism by helping amplify the myriad ways Jewish Americans enriched a nation who’s very founding, fittingly, traces back to Philadelphia, the Weitzman Museum’s home city.” “Tonight, we took one step closer to the Weitzman Museum becoming part of the world class Smithsonian Institution Museum family,” said Boyle. “The Weitzman is the only museum in the nation dedicated exclusively to exploring and interpreting the American Jewish experience. T… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-sheila-cherfilus-mccormick-and-haiti-caucus-co-chairs-stand | Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick and Haiti Caucus Co-Chairs Stand In Solidarity With Haitian Community And Introduce Resolution Condemning Anti-Haitian Attacks | 2024-09-20 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick | C001127 | cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov | cherfilus-mccormick | https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Haiti Caucus Co-Chairs Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20), Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09), and Congressman Maxwell Frost (FL-10) joined colleagues and advocates to stand together in solidarity with Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio and across America, and to demand accountability for the harmful and false narratives perpetuated by Republicans. Additionally, the Members announced the introduction of legislation to condemn the racism and bigotry Haitian immigrant communities have faced in the aftermath of the GOP’s disinformation campaign and to celebrate the humanity and contributions of the Haitian community. “Immigrants, including Haitians, came to the United States in pursuit of the American dream. When family-owned businesses in Springfield, Ohio were struggling to fill positions and keep production running, Haitian immigrants stepped up. These are hardworking people who have greatly contributed to the economy and have revived Springfield after decades of turmoil,” said Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick. “Politics should not divide our communities. It is our responsibility to protect our communities from hateful rhetoric and work to provide them with the resources they need to thrive.” “On behalf of the Congressional Black Caucus, I want to express our deepest sympathies to the community of Springfield, Ohio, and others, who in recent days have felt targeted, and who are forced to live in fear because of a lie perpetuated by Donald Trump and JD Vance. This racist rhetoric and misinformation is dangerous and needs to come to an end. We are calling on all Americans to embrace fairness and unity and to reject the politics of division and fear,” said Congressional Black Caucus Chairman Steven Horsford. “At a time when the Haitian people are suffering through a series of devastating, catastrophic crises, it is utterly contemptible that America’s most powerful would capitalize on the pain of those seeking safety in… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404681 | U.S. Reps. Castor, Caraveo Introduce Bill to “Keep Kids Covered” to Improve Outcomes, Lower Costs and Support Families Across America | 2024-09-19 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Today, U.S. Reps. Kathy Castor (FL-14) and Yadira Caraveo (CO-08) introduced legislation to provide continuous health care coverage for eligible children in Medicaid and CHIP. The Keep Kids Covered Act would expand on new 12-month continuous eligibility protections for children, and would provide continuous coverage for children until age 6 - a crucial time for their development - and for a 24-month period for children up to age 19. Continuous eligibility requires states to cover children in CHIP and Medicaid for a defined period of time without interruption, regardless of changes in circumstances. Access to consistent, high-quality coverage is critical to children’s development and well-being, especially in their early years, allowing them to grow into healthy and productive adults. Not only does CE improve short- and long-term health coverage, it reduces churn and financial barriers to care, promotes health equity, and lowers costs. Today, too many children who are eligible for Medicaid or CHIP lose coverage for procedural reasons, like missing paperwork. The Keep Kids Covered Act would ensure kids and families across the country have access to the lifesaving care they need and deserve. “In Florida, innocent children pay the price when politicians rip health coverage away,” said Rep. Castor. “The Keep Kids Covered Act will ensure eligible kids across the country may access reliable, stable Medicaid and CHIP coverage so they can live happy, healthy lives. Research has shown that children with health coverage are healthier, do better in school, and grow into more successful adults. I’m grateful to my colleague Rep. Yadira Caraveo and child and family advocates for their partnership and support of this critical legislation.” “As a pediatrician, I saw firsthand in clinic how families face disruptions in their children’s health care coverage, missing the very essential right to live a healthy life and become a successful adult,” said Rep. Caraveo. “I am proud to bring the voices of my little patients from Colorad… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-maxwell-frost-and-senator-cory-booker-introduce-the-fair-future-act-to-support-successful-reentry-by-ending-housing-exclusion-for-people-with-prior-drug-convictions | Congressman Maxwell Frost & Senator Cory Booker Introduce the Fair Future Act to Support Successful Reentry by Ending Housing Exclusion for People With Prior Drug Convictions | 2024-09-19 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Maxwell Frost | F000476 | frost.house.gov | frost | https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Under Current Law, Americans Who Have Served Their Time and Paid Their Debt to Society for Certain Drug Convictions Are Being Denied Housing WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (D-FL) and Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) have introduced new legislation, the Fair Future Act, to repeal an amendment to the Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 that has led to permanent denial of rental housing to people with prior drug convictions regardless of the severity of their offenses or the length of time that has passed since their conviction. The current law has meant that the over 9 million people who have been previously convicted of drug offenses in the United States can be denied rental housing – yet there are no restrictions for people convicted of murder or other violent crimes, which creates a difficult patchwork of laws for property owners to navigate. "People who have served their time, repaid their debt to society, and are looking to re-enter our communities cannot do so when the deck is stacked against them," said Congressman Maxwell Frost. "Housing is the foundation of a safe and secure life – yet outdated housing laws and conflicting state laws on marijuana mean that someone could go to jail, serve time, and be denied housing in one state, while someone carrying the same amount of marijuana in another state is abiding by the law. It's time we allow folks a fresh start and put an end to housing exclusion for folks who have paid for their crimes and are rebuilding their lives." “No one should be permanently denied a place to live because of a prior drug conviction,” said Senator Booker. “Right now, housing laws have deniedpeople with prior drug convictions the ability to live in rental housing and in turn, denied them a fair chance at reentering society. The Fair Future Act will eliminate this discriminatory barrier to housing and help us put an end to our nation’s cycle of poverty and recidivism.” “No one should be permanently denied a place to live because of a prior drug conviction,” sai… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3249 | Wasserman Schultz and Díaz-Balart Lead House Bill to Set $100 Million Reward for Arrest and Conviction of Nicolás Maduro | 2024-09-19 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C .– Today, Representatives Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL-25) and Mario Díaz-Balart (R-FL-26), co-chairs of the Congressional Venezuela Democracy Caucus, along with Representatives Chris Smith (R-NJ-4), Carlos A. Giménez (R-FL-28), Jenniffer González-Colon (PR-At-Large), María Elvira Salazar (R-FL-27), Mike Waltz (R-FL-06), and Darren Soto (D-FL-09) introduced a bill to raise the U.S. Department of Justice's bounty on dictator Nicolás Maduro from $15 million to $100 million. The increase would be funded by assets already seized from Maduro and his regime. The reward would be paid out by the federal government using seized assets already being withheld from Maduro, officials of the Maduro regime and their co-conspirators, not taxpayer funds. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office in South Florida and its federal law enforcement partners who have brought dozens of criminal charges against high-level regime officials, asset seizures total approximately $450 million. The Senate companion was introduced by U.S. Senators Rick Scott (FL) and Marco Rubio (FL). “Super-sizing the reward that leads to Maduro’s conviction will reinforce the already-decisive actions taken by the Biden-Harris Administration to target the criminal enterprise behind Venezuela’s election theft and the violent repression of its people,” said Wasserman Schultz. “The Biden-Harris White House deftly marshaled swift international pressure onto the Maduro regime, expanded existing sanctions, and rallied global support around this reality: Edmundo González won in a landslide and the Venezuelan people deserve to have their votes counted and rights respected. As Vice President Harris laid out emphatically in a recent letter, the United States 'will remain steadfast with the Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom.' This magnified reward for Maduro’s arrest would amplify those efforts.” "For nearly two months since the July 28th presidential elections, in which the Venezuelan people overwhelmingly voted for President-elect Edmundo … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://soto.house.gov/media/press-releases/sotos-launch-communications-act-passes-congress | Soto’s Launch Communications Act Passes Congress | 2024-09-18 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Darren Soto | S001200 | soto.house.gov | soto | https://soto.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. — Last night, the House of Representatives passed S. 1648—the Senate version of Congressman Darren Soto’s (FL-09) Launch Communications Act. The Launch Communications Act requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to facilitate access to specified broadband spectrum frequencies for commercial space launches and reentries. "In Central Florida, the busiest spaceport in the world is right in our backyard at Cape Canaveral. Last year, we hit a record with 72 orbital missions, and over 100 are expected this year,” said Rep. Soto. “We’ve often seen these launches stack up due to bad weather or other factors. This is why having a lengthy FCC license process for each launch can be cumbersome and costly. I’m proud of our efforts to streamline the process and ensure our spaceports remain the most efficient in the world.” Currently, all commercial missions launching from U.S. soil to space utilize a government-owned spectrum to communicate with the rockets during the 10 minutes it takes to get to orbit. Ahead of a launch, private companies must apply to the FCC to receive special temporary authority (STA) to use this spectrum. In a tedious and inefficient process, the FCC coordinates each separate STA license with multiple federal agencies that could conceivably use the spectrum simultaneously. This process has become highly burdensome to the government and commercial users applying for this spectrum. The Launch Communications Act streamlines the bureaucratic elements of the rocket launching process, making it easier for private companies to obtain authorization and temporary use of the necessary spectrums. The bill now heads to President Joe Biden’s desk to be signed into law. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://soto.house.gov/media/press-releases/soto-announces-28-million-fy24-faa-airport-improvement-program-grants-orlando | Soto Announces $28 Million in FY24 FAA Airport Improvement Program Grants for Orlando International Airport and Kissimmee Gateway Airport | 2024-09-13 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Darren Soto | S001200 | soto.house.gov | soto | https://soto.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | ORLANDO, FL—Today, Congressman Darren Soto (FL-09) announced that Orlando International Airport and Kissimmee Gateway Airport received $28 million in FY24 Airport Improvement Program grants from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration to rehabilitate existing taxiways, maintain the structural integrity of the pavement, and extend their use. “We are proud to see our airports in Florida’s Ninth District receive key federal funds to improve taxiways and ensure they can safely operate for years to come,” said Rep. Soto. “Thanks to the Infrastructure Law and other major investments made by House Democrats and the Biden-Harris Administration in the 117th Congress, we’ve had the opportunity to expand our world-class airport at MCO with a new terminal to accommodate increased travel, new gates, and a pedestrian bridge. We’ve also seen Kissimmee Gateway Airport receive millions of dollars to fully upgrade its air traffic control tower to ensure safety for travelers and personnel. Our office will continue working with federal, state, and local partners to secure funds needed to keep Central Florida moving forward.” “This funding is instrumental to continue crucial infrastructure improvements at Orlando International Airport, which welcomed nearly 58 million visitors to Central Florida last year,” said Kevin J. Thibault, Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority. “The support from our local and federal partners, such as Congressman Soto, not only enhances our facilities and drives innovation, it also significantly benefits travelers by improving their experience and providing seamless connectivity.” “The City of Kissimmee is extremely grateful for Congressman Soto’s efforts to assist us in receiving the funds necessary to provide these improvements,” said City of Kissimmee Mayor Olga Gonzalez. “The taxiway pavement and lighting project will ensure continued safety for our pilots and the funds for the air traffic control tower ensures safety and efficiency for both ground and airspace operations. … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases/frost-wasserman-schultz-lead-florida-dems-in-calling-on-doj-to-investigate-desantis-efforts-to-intimidate-voters-over-abortion-amendment-support | Frost, Wasserman Schultz Lead Florida Dems in Calling on DOJ To Investigate DeSantis Efforts to Intimidate Voters Over Abortion Amendment Support | 2024-09-12 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Maxwell Frost | F000476 | frost.house.gov | frost | https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Letter Comes as DeSantis’s So-Called “Election Police” Have Been Showing Up to Voters Homes, Demanding Identification and Questioning Their Support for Overturning FL’s 6-Week Abortion Ban WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10), Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), and their colleagues in the Florida Democratic Congressional Delegation sent a letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland at the Department of Justice (DOJ), calling on the DOJ to investigate the State of Florida’s brazen attempts at voter intimidation and election interference on Amendment 4, an amendment to Florida’s constitution that would expand abortion rights across the state. Governor Ron DeSantis, who signed Florida’s unpopular 6-week abortion bill into law and has come out in strong opposition to Amendment 4, now appears to be using his “election police” force to intimidate voters who signed petitions in support of getting the abortion initiative on the ballot. One person said they were “left shaken” after receiving a police visit, sharing that they were deeply concerned to see that the plain clothed detective that visited him had a folder containing pages of personal information and that it was “troubling that so much resources were devoted to this.” In the letter, the Members write: “We are concerned that this investigation, as well as the AHCA’s anti-Amendment 4 campaign, constitute an abuse of official resources to intimidate and unsettle voters out of voting for Amendment 4, which Governor DeSantis has a long, storied history of opposing… This suppressive and abusive conduct mirrors similar 2022 pre-election activity by the DeSantis administration to harass and arrest felons in Florida who recently had their voting rights restored…We urge your department to launch an investigation into the DeSantis administration’s anti-democratic actions.” Reps. Frost and Wasserman Schultz are joined by Reps. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20), Frederica Wilson (FL-24), Lois Frankel (FL-22), Kathy Castor (FL… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3247 | Wasserman Schultz Commends Biden-Harris Admin's Forceful Response to Maduro Regime's Election Theft | 2024-09-12 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), co-chair of the Congressional Venezuela Democracy Caucus, released the following statement on the Biden-Harris administration’s sanctions on key actors in Maduro’s election theft in Venezuela: “Nearly a year ago today, I proudly introduced the VOICE Act to impose sanctions on Venezuelan officials responsible for election interference, corruption, and attacks on Venezuela's democratic opposition, including the ban on María Corina Machado's presidential candidacy. Today, I am grateful that the Biden-Harris Administration is taking decisive action to implement key components of my bill by targeting criminal actors in the regime who have facilitated Maduro's election theft and violent repression of his own people. “These designations are a critical step to amplify international pressure on the Maduro regime to face the facts: Edmundo González won in a landslide and the Venezuelan people deserve to have their votes counted and their rights respected. “As Vice President Harris stated in her letter to Ms. Machado and Mr. González, the United States 'will remain steadfast with the Venezuelan people in their fight for freedom'. We must continue to rally the free world in support of democracy, stringently enforce existing sanctions on Venezuelan oil and gas, and ensure swift, sweeping consequences for dictators like Maduro who thrive on impunity and apathy.” #### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-sheila-cherfilus-mccormicks-statement-donald-trump-parroting | Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick’s Statement on Donald Trump Parroting Senator J.D. Vance's Racist Lies | 2024-09-11 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick | C001127 | cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov | cherfilus-mccormick | https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick issued the following statement on Donald Trump Parroting Senator J.D. Vance's Racist Lies. "Donald Trump is once again fixating on fictitious stories rooted in racist stereotypes in hopes of scaring Americans into voting for him. His outrageous comment about immigrants eating Springfield, Ohio, residents’ pets is nothing more than a desperate attempt to stoke fear and division. It’s insulting, it’s false, and it’s rooted in the worst kinds of stereotypes. Let’s be clear: Haitians and other immigrants come to this country committed to education, hard work, and building a better life, not just for themselves but for all of us. They contribute to our economy, enrich our culture, and strengthen our communities. Trump’s comments are a distraction from the real issues we face, and we won’t be fooled." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404674 | Castor Celebrates Four Outstanding Immigrants for Embodying the ‘American Dream’ in the 2024 American Dream Awards | 2024-09-10 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | TAMPA, FL – U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor celebrated four Tampa Bay immigrants who have made significant contributions to their local community and embodied the American Dream during Castor’s annual ‘American Dream Awards.’ “The beauty of this country revolves around the diversity among us. These giants in our community are achieving their own version of the American Dream as athletes and legal professionals, ensuring the wheels of justice turn for everyone, educators and entrepreneurs. In this community, our differences make this a great place to work, raise a family and pursue our dreams,” said Rep. Castor. “When people start to condemn or insult immigrants, I take it personally. That’s why this event is so important to me so that we can uplift the beautiful stories of our neighbors across the Tampa Bay area. I am proud to honor Carlos and Karelis Carrasco, Jamila Little, Carol Mayo and Daniel Hurtado de Mendoza for their hard work, perseverance and love for our country.” “It is a great honor as the son of Carlos and Karelis to see their work recognized. Usually, as the son of a professional baseball player, people recognize my dad only for baseball, but it is great to see his work helping communities around the globe and fellow immigrants be celebrated. It fills my heart with joy that other people around the world can feel the love he has given me,” said Lucas Gonzalez Carrasco. “When I found out about this award, I had tears in my eyes because usually this work is not seen. It truly takes a village, and it is a privilege to contribute to our communities and serve those who are now walking where I walked,” said Jamila Little. “When I enrolled in eighth grade in the United States, I was placed in lower-level classes because the school believed I did not know English. As a teacher, I work every day to ensure my students, whether they speak English or not, are not questioned on their intellectual ability. We hear a lot of negativity around immigrants, but it takes all of us to focus on the goodness and share that,” … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-cherfilus-mccormick-valadao-introduce-legislation-fix-central-valley | Reps. Cherfilus-McCormick, Valadao Introduce Legislation to Fix Central Valley Roads | 2024-09-10 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick | C001127 | cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov | cherfilus-mccormick | https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20) and Congressman David G. Valadao (CA-22) introduced the Farm to Market Road Improvement Act. Roads in dense agricultural areas are often traveled by heavy trucks carrying up to 80,000 pounds of agricultural freight. This type of use has a disproportionate impact on local road and bridge infrastructure in these areas, which leads to costly repairs for local governments. This legislation aims to make additional federal resources available to fix the roads that play a critical role in America’s food supply chain. Reps. Cherfilus-McCormick, and Valadao and are joined by Congressmen Fong and Costa in introducing this legislation. “Ensuring the integrity of our roads is crucial for the economy and well-being of communities in the Glades, where agriculture remains a vital industry," said Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick. "By investing in the infrastructure that supports our local farmers, we are not only securing the safe transport of their goods but also strengthening the supply chain that feeds our nation. This bill exemplifies the kind of bipartisan effort needed to protect our agricultural backbone and create sustainable growth in our communities.” “The Central Valley plays a critical role in the security of our nation’s food supply,” said Congressman Valadao. “But after years of wear and tear from heavy trucks transporting the food that feeds the world through our roads, many are in desperate need of repair. This bill would make counties throughout the Central Valley eligible for additional federal resources to fix roads that are critical to our food supply chain. I’m proud to introduce this bipartisan legislation to improve local infrastructure and support jobs throughout our community.” Reps. Cherfilus-McCormick and Valadao were joined in introduction by Reps. Vince Fong (CA-20) and Jim Costa (CA-21). “In the Central Valley, we see firsthand the necessity of roads to distribute fresh food throughout our transportation infrastructure,”… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-maxwell-frost-slams-disgusting-republican-led-attacks-against-haitian-migrants | Congressman Maxwell Frost Slams Disgusting Republican-Led Attacks Against Haitian Migrants | 2024-09-10 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Maxwell Frost | F000476 | frost.house.gov | frost | https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | ORLANDO, FL — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement following the outrageous, racially motivated attacks against Haitian people living in the United States by top GOP leaders, including VP nominee JD Vance, which have been debunked by Vance's own home state of Ohio. In a statement, Rep. Frost says: "I am deeply proud to represent one of the largest Haitian communities across the United States in my hometown of Central Florida. Haitian Americans and folks of Haitian descent are our neighbors, family, friends, loved ones, and valued members of our communities. JD Vance and GOP leaders' racially motivated attacks against Haitian people are disgusting, bigoted, and based on flat-out lies. "That top Republican leaders in Congress and across the nation would bolster these lies online and attempt to frighten the American public to gain votes in the upcoming presidential election is disgusting – and proves that Republicans don't give a damn about communities of color, they want to villainize us. "Haitian migrants and Haitian Americans deserve leaders who will see them as human beings and will fight for them, not leaders who will cast them out when it benefits them." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-wilson-s-statement-on-the-body-cam-footage-of-tyreek-hill | Congresswoman Wilson's Statement on the Body Cam Footage of Tyreek Hill | 2024-09-10 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Frederica S. Wilson | W000808 | wilson.house.gov | wilson | https://wilson.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Miami, Fla. – Today, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) released the following statement reacting to the body cam footage of Tyreek Hill: "In order to be a police officer, you need to have a certain temperament, and it's clear the officers in the video don't have that. "I've worked for decades with the Miami Dolphins, the police, and the 5000 Role Models of Excellence to foster civil relationships between the police and Black men, and I'm pissed at this interaction. "Just when we thought things were getting better between our officers and the Black community, this incident set us back, and I am even more committed now to easing that tension between the police and Black men, which has existed since slavery. "I know these officers do not represent the entire Miami-Dade Police Department, as there are many officers who protect our community with civility every day. "I have reached out to Tyreek Hill, the Miami Dolphins, Miami-Dade County officials, and the Dade Police Department for clarification. We must all continue working together to keep our community safe and ease the tension that persists." ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404670 | U.S. Reps. Castor, Clarke Introduce Bill to Lower Costs, Boost Energy Efficiency Across America | 2024-09-09 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Reps. Kathy Castor (FL-14) and Yvette Clarke (NY-09) introduced legislation to boost innovative energy efficiency technologies and lower energy costs for families and small businesses across America. Specifically, the American Energy Efficiency Act would create a new national energy efficiency resource standard, which, according to experts, could save consumers over $56 billion on their energy bills and create 400,000 new jobs. “Improving energy efficiency is a win-win-win for Americans’ pocketbooks, workers and our fight against the costly effects of climate change,” said Rep. Castor. “As Governor DeSantis fails to address rising energy costs for Florida families, the American Energy Efficiency Act would establish a nationwide energy efficiency standard to deliver much-needed savings while cutting harmful carbon pollution.” “Overcoming the climate crisis demands comprehensive solutions centered in securing the safety and prosperity of our communities. It’s clear that, if we are to protect American families and small businesses from the drastically higher energy costs and other harms associated with a changing climate, Congress needs to take meaningful action today,” said Rep. Clarke. “I am proud to work alongside Rep. Castor on behalf of legislation that will redefine energy efficiency in our nation, saving consumers billions, creating hundreds of thousands of new jobs, and putting America on the right path forward.” Specifically, the American Energy Efficiency Act would build upon state successes to establish a national energy efficiency resource standard (EERS). This bill would help all states benefit from commercial, cost-effective energy savings technologies by: Setting the parameters for a national EERS, which would be administered by each state. Requiring retail electric and natural gas utilities to achieve energy savings of 22% and 14%, respectively, by the year 2039. Encouraging distributors to obtain energy savings in a variety of ways, including helping customers save ener… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-sheila-cherfilus-mccormicks-statement-jd-vances-racist-lies | Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick’s Statement on J.D. Vance’s Racist Lies, Pathetic Politics | 2024-09-09 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick | C001127 | cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov | cherfilus-mccormick | https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick issued the following statement on J.D. Vance’s racist lies, pathetic politics. "J.D. Vance’s recent comments about Haitians in Springfield eating pets and local wildlife are not only a vile, racist lie but also beneath the dignity of any public office, let alone the Senate or the Vice Presidency. It’s disgusting and disgraceful that someone seeking the nation's second-highest office would stoop to such baseless, hateful rhetoric. Instead of peddling these falsehoods, Vance would be better suited to continue writing his fictional tales and testing out his sofa. This is just another page from the same old Republican playbook using fear, division, and racism to distract from their lack of real solutions for the American people. We deserve better, and J.D. Vance has no place in the Senate, let alone the White House." | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-maxwell-frost-introduces-work-permit-reform-act-to-help-keep-migrants-on-the-job-and-fix-broken-system | Congressman Maxwell Frost Introduces Work Permit Reform Act to Help Keep Migrants on the Job and Fix Broken System | 2024-09-05 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Maxwell Frost | F000476 | frost.house.gov | frost | https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Frost Was Joined By Local Community Leaders and TPS Holders Who Have Personally Struggled as a Result of Work Permit Redtape Watch the Press Conference Here ORLANDO, FL — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (D-FL) joined local community leaders and Temporary Protected Status (TPS) holders to announce a new bill, the Work Permit Reform Act legislation that would improve and streamline the process of renewing work permits for migrants, so they can stay on the job and support their families while contributing to their communities and paying taxes. Frost's bill comes as Florida, which leads the country in TPS holders with nearly 300,000 recipients living in the Sunshine State, is home to more than a third of the total number of TPS holders in the nation. Right now, TPS holders, migrants who have fled unsafe conditions in their home countries and are legally and temporarily residing in the U.S., must separately apply for an Employment Authorization Document or a work permit to be able to work, earn a living, and pay taxes. Much like TPS, work permits are temporary and must be renewed after a certain period. For migrants, the disconnected processes of securing TPS and a work permit can cause stress and panic for TPS holders waiting to hear if their temporary legal status will be extended or redesignated. They could lose their jobs, income, and more when permit renewals are stalled due to the ambiguous future of a TPS extension or chronically slow processing times. The Work Permit Reform Act is the much-needed relief that TPS holders have been longing for. It will automatically extend the validity of work permits for those already eligible to work in the U.S. when their TPS is extended, eliminating the stress and uncertainty of permit renewals. "The nearly 300,000 folks living in Florida and the thousands living here in Orlando aren't just numbers and figures. They're human beings. They're parents, siblings, partners, children – all suffering because of the delays and red tape that constantly keeps them in… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3241 | Wasserman Schultz, Florida House Dems Demand Speaker Johnson Advance Venezuela Legislation to House Floor | 2024-09-05 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Washington DC – Today, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), co-chair of the Congressional Venezuela Democracy Caucus and Dean of Florida’s Democratic delegation, led Florida’s Congressional Democrats in a letter calling on Speaker Mike Johnson to respond to the urgent political crisis in Venezuela by immediately bringing bipartisan, pro-democracy legislation to the House floor when Congress reconvenes next week. The letter offers a series of bipartisan measures for the Speaker's consideration, several of which are led by Wasserman Schultz, such as the VOICE Act, the AFFECT Human Rights in Venezuela Act, and a recent resolution expressing U.S. solidarity with the Venezuelan people, recognizing Edmundo González as Venezuela’s president-elect, and demanding accountability for Nicolás Maduro's election theft and repression. The authors cite a message to Venezuelan opposition leaders in which Vice President Kamala Harris “underscored strong U.S. support for the Venezuelan people, denounced state-sponsored violence against demonstrators, and demanded more international pressure on Maduro to promote a peaceful transition of power” and state that “Congress must follow her lead.” Wasserman Schultz was joined by Florida Democratic colleagues Reps. Kathy Castor (FL-14), Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20), Lois Frankel (FL-22), Maxwell Frost (FL-10), Jared Moskowitz (FL-23), Darren Soto (FL-09), and Frederica Wilson (FL-24). “The Venezuelan people have spoken at the ballot box and in the streets, and overwhelming majorities across the nation repudiated Maduro and chose democracy,” said Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz. “But this brutal narco-regime refuses to face reality, despite clear evidence of Maduro’s loss. Florida Democrats are determined to stop the violent repression of protestors and restore Venezuela’s democracy. If House Republicans are serious about countering migration and standing up to dictators, Speaker Johnson must bring bipartisan legislation to the floor to punish human rights abuses and promote… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3242 | Florida Congressional Democrats Call for Investigation and Records Release on Shelved Florida Parks Plan | 2024-09-05 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | "We insist that your office immediately turn over all public records that would lay out how such a hasty plan was ever conceived and direct the Office of Inspector General to conduct an independent formal investigation into what state procedures were violated, and which private parties lobbied for and stood to benefit from it,” says the letter from U.S. Reps. Wasserman Schultz, Castor, Soto, Frost and Cherfilus-McCormick. Washington DC – Today, a group of Florida Congressional Democrats requested that Gov. Ron DeSantis release all records related to a controversial state parks development plan, and asked that the Florida Inspector General’s Office investigate how this proposal to open up these sensitive public spaces to new golf course and hotel projects was conceived and who stood to benefit from it. “We insist that your office immediately turn over all public records that would lay out how such a hasty plan was ever conceived and direct the Office of Inspector General to conduct an independent formal investigation into what state procedures were violated, and which private parties lobbied for and stood to benefit from it,” says the letter from U.S. Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), Kathy Castor (FL-14), Darren Soto (FL-09), Maxwell Frost (FL-10) and Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20). "Your proposal was quietly rushed into a public hearing process and timed to a summer travel period when residents were less likely to attend. It is also still not clear who is behind the plan. Given this destructive, veiled affront, the public is owed peace of mind, honesty and transparency,” the letter states. Read the full letter here. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-cherfilus-mccormick-ciscomani-introduce-effort-improve-care-senior | Reps Cherfilus-McCormick, Ciscomani, Introduce Effort to Improve Care for Senior Veterans and Veterans with Disabilities | 2024-09-03 | 2024 | 2024-09 | Democrat | House | FL | Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick | C001127 | cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov | cherfilus-mccormick | https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20), and Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), who both serve on the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, introduced a new effort to improve healthcare coordination and management for veterans who receive services through Medicare and the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA). Many veterans over the age of 65 and those who are disabled are enrolled in both Medicare and the VA. Oftentimes, due to a lack of coordination between agencies, dual enrollment can lead to challenges and result in fragmented and more expensive care. Cherfilus-McCormick and Ciscomani’s effort, the Coordinating Care for Senior Veterans and Wounded Warriors Act (H.R. 9399), would create a three-year pilot program to better coordinate, navigate, and manage healthcare benefits for veterans enrolled in both systems by assigning a case manager to develop individualized healthcare plans that best suit the needs of that veteran as well as ensure the proper delivery of those services. “Our nation’s veterans deserve the highest quality and standard of care,” said Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, Ranking Member of the Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Technology Modernization. “The VA and Medicare program must fulfill this mission, but research continues to show that dually enrolled veterans struggle to navigate the healthcare bureaucracy and receive coordinated care. I am proud to co-lead the Coordinating Care for Senior Veterans and Wounded Warriors Act, which would connect dually enrolled veterans with case managers to help them personalize their healthcare services, all while lowering costs. This bill has the potential to significantly increase access to care for my home state of Florida, which has the third-largest veteran population in the entire country. I am excited to work with my colleague Congressman Ciscomani to advance this bipartisan priority.” “Veterans are our nation’s heroes, and they deserve a healthcare system that works for them,” said Congressman Juan Ciscomani, … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:43:57Z |
| https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-sheila-cherfilus-mccormick-delivers-1666279-funding-city-tamarac | Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Delivers $1,666,279 in Funding to the City of Tamarac for the Rehabilitation and Rebuild Program | 2024-08-28 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | House | FL | Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick | C001127 | cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov | cherfilus-mccormick | https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | TAMARAC, FL – Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick joined the City of Tamarac’s Commissioners to announce $1,666,279 in essential Community Project Funding for the city’s Rehabilitation and Rebuild Program. “Nobody should have to choose between putting food on the table or fixing a roof. Today, we are taking a significant step to ensure that doesn’t happen,” said Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick. “With this funding, we are helping households in need of emergency roof replacements and other safety-related repairs. These funds will go directly toward securing safe, decent, and affordable homes for those who need them most.” "The Tamarac community is very thankful to Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick for her hard work towards supporting affordable housing options. Without these funds, many families will not have a decent, safe, and sanitary place to call home or experience the joy of homeownership,” said Carolyn Francis-Royer, Tamarac's Housing & Community Development Manager. “This funding will certainly strengthen our affordable housing programs, allowing us to positively impact more families by bringing hope and a sense of security." Rising construction costs have made critical repairs, such as roof replacement and other major systems, increasingly challenging to afford. Homeowners are also facing pressure from insurance companies to complete roof repairs within 90 days to avoid losing coverage. The Tamarac Rehabilitation and Rebuild Program will help Tamarac’s low-to-moderate-income families, who are in jeopardy of having their home insurance canceled because they cannot afford to make these necessary safety-related repairs to their homes. With 250 households currently on the waiting list for emergency roof replacements, this funding is urgently needed. The funding for the City of Tamarac was included in Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick’s requests for Community Project Funding (CPF) in Fiscal Year (FY) 2024. The requests delivered over $14.4 million in critical resources for Florida’s 20th Congr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404666 | Rep. Castor Announces Boost to Affordable Care Act Navigators in Florida - $13M to USF Florida Covering Kids and Families | 2024-08-27 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | TAMPA, FL – Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) announced the University of South Florida (USF) will receive $13,792,000 in federal grant funding from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to support ACA health navigators across the state. Specifically, the grant funding will support Florida Covering Kids and Families (FL-CKF) and USF College of Public Health as they assist families with affordable coverage. Since 2013, FL-CKF has supported over 150 health navigators to provide outreach and free ACA Marketplace enrollment assistance to Florida families, as well as assistance enrolling eligible children in Medicaid and KidCare. “This investment will be a godsend to my neighbors who rely on affordable, high-quality health care. Florida consistently ranks as a top State in sign-up numbers for health coverage during the open-enrollment period, with over 4 million Floridians choosing a plan in 2024,” said Castor. “This grant, which is the largest in the nation, will help more of Florida’s families, consumers and small businesses find the health coverage they need while removing barriers to obtaining coverage. “Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, health care has never been more affordable. In fact, many Floridians will enjoy an average savings of $590/year – spending no more than 8.5% of their income on premiums – while ensuring they can’t be kicked off their coverage for getting sick. U.S. Rep. Castor serves on the U.S. House Energy & Commerce Committee and helped to draft the Affordable Care Act to ensure it works for families and small businesses. Since ACA enrollment began in 2013, Florida has consistently led the nation in the number of sign-ups on healthcare.gov. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-sheila-cherfilus-mccormick-delivers-2250000-funding-palm-beach | Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Delivers $2,250,000 in Funding to Palm Beach County for the Workforce Affordable Housing Development Project | 2024-08-27 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | House | FL | Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick | C001127 | cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov | cherfilus-mccormick | https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | TAMARAC, FL – Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick joined Palm Beach County commissioners to announce $2,250,000 in critical Community Project Funding for the city’s Workforce Affordable Housing Development project. “For too many people in the community, the dream of owning a home has become out of reach. High housing costs have left many hardworking individuals and families struggling to find a safe and affordable place to stay, especially in Palm Beach,” said Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick. “That is why programs like the Workforce Affordable Housing Development project are crucial. The Workforce Housing Program ensures that homes are available at below-market prices and that those who qualify can receive assistance with down payments and closing costs. With this funding, we are closing the gaps, ensuring no one is left behind, and the people supporting our community can live in it.” “On behalf of the people of Palm Beach County, I thank you for your commitment and support of our efforts to provide housing for all our residents. The demand for affordable housing continues to increase with the ongoing population growth in the area along with the average wage, which continues to lag behind the amount of money people need to buy affordable housing, and the result is that our essential workers and service providers are basically being priced out of our area,” said Palm Beach County Mayor Maria Sachs. “This new commitment by your office, from the federal government to us, will give us an opportunity to build affordable housing that we are hopeful will help ease the effects of this housing crisis. Thank you again, Congresswoman, on behalf of the people of Palm Beach County and this County Commission, for your support in addressing and relieving the affordable housing crisis.” The Workforce Affordable Housing Development project is designed to offer Palm Beach County's workforce (such as firefighters, law enforcement professionals, construction workers, doctors, teachers, business owners, etc.) the cha… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-sheila-cherfilus-mccormick-delivers-963000-funding-city | Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Delivers $963,000 in Funding to the City of Lauderhill for the Comprehensive Crime Reduction Program | 2024-08-26 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | House | FL | Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick | C001127 | cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov | cherfilus-mccormick | https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | TAMARAC, FL — Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick joined the City of Lauderhill to announce $963,000 in critical Community Project Funding for its Comprehensive Crime Reduction Program. “By equipping our police department with the tools and resources they need, we are saying loud and clear that we will not allow violence to take root in our homes. We are committed to supporting survivors of violence and holding offenders accountable,” said Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick. “I am proud to have delivered this critical funding for the City of Lauderhill’s Comprehensive Crime Reduction Program, which will enable our law enforcement officers to work more efficiently, effectively, and precisely. It will allow them to expand their reach without sacrificing the services that keep our community safe. This means increased intervention resources, enhanced crime prevention technology, and additional support for those in greatest need.” “It has been a pleasure working with Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick since she took office. Her willingness to hear our needs and advocate on our behalf at the Capitol has resulted in her acquiring a substantial number of financial resources that positively impacted Lauderhill’s annual budget,” said Mayor Ken Thruston. “The safety and security of residents and law enforcement remain a top concern of the city, and this appropriation serves two major purposes: decreasing costs to taxpayers while giving our law enforcement more tools to fight crime without sacrificing services or safety. Thank you to the Congresswoman for the assistance!” The Comprehensive Crime Reduction Program will support technology, programming, and staffing to improve incident response time while working to drive down crime occurrences in Lauderhill. The funding fills a critical gap in the Lauderhill community. It enhances the Lauderhill Police Department’s efforts to combat violent crime, focusing on domestic violence, which is a priority for the City Commission and Administration. The funding for the Ci… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404664 | U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor Statement on DeSantis Radical Plan to ‘Pave Over Paradise’ | 2024-08-23 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | TAMPA, FL – U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) released the following statement on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ recreation proposal: “Florida natural spaces are unique and special, and I adamantly oppose Governor DeSantis’ radical plan to literally pave paradise and put up a pickleball court,” U.S. Representative Kathy Castor (FL-14) said. “He aims to sell out our most beloved parks to the highest bidder under the guise of outdoor recreation. Florida’s unique natural lands and habitats—our state’s identity and way of life—should not be bulldozed to cut developers a cheap deal. DeSantis’ plan will harm our state’s ability to draw over 30 million visitors as many come to enjoy our natural places. This move marks the latest effort by the Governor to prioritize profits over the planet, following his administration’s repeated anti-environment, anti-climate actions.” These ridiculous projects include: multiple 18-hole golf courses at Jonathan Dickinson State Park on Florida’s Atlantic Coast, 350-room park lodges at both Anastasia State Park in St. Augustine and Topsail Hill Preserve State Park on Santa Rosa Beach, up to four pickleball courts each at seven state parks, a disc golf course at five state parks, and a suite of new cabins at three parks. In Tampa Bay, plans call for up to four pickleball courts at both Honeymoon Island State Park and Hillsborough River State Park, with the addition of a disc golf course at the latter, according to the Tampa Bay Times. | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3236 | Wasserman Schultz, Salazar, Bennet, Risch, Lead Bipartisan VALOR Act to Promote Democracy in Venezuela | 2024-08-22 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Washington DC – Today, U.S. Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), co-chair of Congressional Venezuela Democracy Caucus, and Maria Salazar (FL-27), announced their intent to introduce the Venezuela Advancing Liberty, Opportunity, and Rights Act (VALOR Act) when the House reconvenes in September. The VALOR Act would establish U.S. policy in support of a transition to democratic order in Venezuela. The Senate version of the bill is led by Senators Michael Bennet (D-CO) and Jim Risch (R-ID), ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. “Venezuelans courageously took to the ballot box to seek true, legitimate representation after a lost decade under Maduro,” said Representative Wasserman Schultz, who co-chairs the Congressional Venezuela Democracy Caucus. “Despite violent repression, overwhelming majorities repudiated Maduro and chose President-elect Edmundo González. But this brutal regime refuses to face reality, despite clear evidence proving Maduro’s loss. The Biden-Harris Administration successfully forced Maduro to hold this election. Now, the United States must ensure consequences for Maduro's attempt to overturn the will of the voters and support a democratic future for all Venezuelans.” “The Maduro regime continues to violate internationally recognized human rights and threaten regional and international peace with impunity. It is past time the United States take the lead in establishing clear and resolute policies to support a credible transition to democratic order in Venezuela,” said Senator Risch. “The VALOR Act will do just that by seeking international cooperation for a peaceful transition to democracy in Venezuela and maintaining sanctions until there has been substantive and measurable progress. I’m grateful to Senator Bennet for working with me on this effort.” “Maduro and his corrupt, illegitimate regime have wreaked havoc on Venezuela and its people. This bipartisan legislation affirms the United States’ support for the Venezuelan people’s fight to restore the rule of law and dem… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases/reps-cherfilus-mccormick-jackson-brownley-and-salinas-introduce-empowering | Reps. Cherfilus-McCormick, Jackson, Brownley, and Salinas Introduce the “Empowering Women in Agriculture Act” | 2024-08-21 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | House | FL | Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick | C001127 | cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov | cherfilus-mccormick | https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL), Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson (D-IL), Congresswoman Andrea Salinas (D-OR), and Congresswoman Julia Brownley (D-CA) introduced the Empowering Women in Agriculture Act. This critical piece of legislation is designed to dismantle the barriers impeding women’s participation and representation in agriculture. “The Empowering Women in Agriculture Act is not just a bill; it’s a call to action,” said Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick. “By ensuring targeted funding and resources are reaching women, we can empower our female farmers, support their contributions to our nation’s agricultural sector, and combat the systemic challenges they face.” Historically, women farmers, particularly Black female farmers, have faced numerous obstacles, including underrepresentation and inadequate access to federal programs. Women, representing just over a third of U.S. farmers, have historically faced significant barriers when seeking farm loans, including rejection, unfair terms, and excessive supervision. A Government Accountability Office (GAO) report commissioned by the 2018 Farm Bill reveals that women make up a disproportionately small percentage of agricultural producers, with many reporting discrimination in accessing agricultural credit. The report also confirms that female farmers receive a disproportionately low number of USDA loans. The Empowering Women in Agriculture Act seeks to amend the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 (FARM Bill) to address these critical issues by: Mandating that at least 10% of federal funds be allocated specifically to women-focused organizations. Including women in the definition of “socially disadvantaged farmer or rancher” within Title 7 U.S. Code § 2279. Enhancing equitable access to funding and resources for organizations serving disadvantaged farmers and Promoting gender equity by boosting opportunities for Black female farmers and other underrepresented groups. “Historically and culturally,… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404658 | CASTOR CELEBRATES DEMOCRATS’ HISTORIC ACTION TO LOWER DRUG PRICES FOR SENIORS | 2024-08-15 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor released the following statement on the Biden-Harris Administration’s first round of successful Medicare drug price negotiations that will greatly lower costs for seniors: The 280,000 + Florida seniors who currently spend an average of $440 on a 30-day supply of Eliquis to prevent and treat blood clots will see a 56% discount, soon spending an average of $231. The 105,000+ Florida seniors who currently spend an average of $434 on Xarelto will see a 62% discount, soon spending an average of $197. Click here to see the full list of negotiated prices. “Thanks to House Democrats and the Biden-Harris Administration’s Inflation Reduction Act, negotiations between Medicare and drug companies for 10 of the most expensive prescription drugs has been finalized. For too long, Big Pharma was allowed to prioritize their profits over the best interests of the American people. Floridians with Medicare should never have to choose between putting food on the table or affording their life-saving prescription drugs,” said Castor. Castor continued, “This is a people over politics moment – historic action to lower costs and make health care affordable and accessible for older Americans. I was proud to stand with President Biden at the White House two years ago when he signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law. The law has lowered costs and improved the quality of life for countless Americans. And this is only the beginning! Negotiations will soon begin on the second round of up to 15 additional drugs. “No Republican voted for the Inflation Reduction Act and MAGA Republicans in Congress have tried to undo Medicare drug negotiations. Democrats are not going to let that happen. Americans are wise to the harmful plans for Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security under the Turmp Project 2025 agenda. Democrats are committed to growing the middle class, lowering costs and protecting and expanding these vital initiatives to meet the evolving needs of our nation. We must safeguard them against attempts to undermine… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-maxwell-frost-announces-over-3-million-returned-to-central-floridians-and-3000-cases-solved-via-offices-constituent-services | Congressman Maxwell Frost Announces Over $3 Million Returned to Central Floridians and 3,000 Cases Solved Via Office’s Constituent Services | 2024-08-13 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | House | FL | Maxwell Frost | F000476 | frost.house.gov | frost | https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Frost’s Office Has Also Sent Over 100,000 Responses Back to Constituents Who Contacted the Office Regarding Legislative Matters ORLANDO, FL — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (D-FL) announced that his office has helped return over $3 million in money owed to constituents of Florida's 10th Congressional District from various federal agencies. Since assuming office in January of last year, Congressman Frost's constituent services team has successfully resolved over 3,000 cases, including Social Security issues, passport assistance, immigration, tax services, and more. In addition to Frost's constituent services accomplishments, the office has hit another major milestone by sending out over 100,000 responses to constituents who have called, emailed, or sent mail to the office about legislative matters. Input from constituents has played a crucial role in guiding the Congressman's legislative priorities. "From securing a passport office in Orlando, delivering nearly $12 million in Community Project Funding, returning $3 million dollars, assisting over 3,000 constituents, and responding to over 100,000 constituents, we're delivering tangible results for Central Florida," said Congressman Frost. "Under House Republican leadership, this has been one of the most unproductive sessions of Congress in history — but my office hasn't let any dysfunction stop us from getting work done. Our office is here to help everyday people cut through government red tape and build a better Central Florida that works for everybody. " Constituents needing help with a federal agency can submit a request online at frost.house.gov or call the Congressman's Orlando office at 321-388-9808. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://soto.house.gov/media/press-releases/soto-announces-over-188-million-wifia-loan-upgrade-and-expand-water-services | Soto Announces Over $188 Million WIFIA Loan to Upgrade and Expand Water Services in Central Florida | 2024-08-13 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | House | FL | Darren Soto | S001200 | soto.house.gov | soto | https://soto.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | KISSIMMEE, FL — Today, Congressman Darren Soto (FL-09) was joined by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Deputy Assistant Administrator for Water Mae Wu in announcing a $188.3 million Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act loan to the Toho Water Authority. With this WIFIA loan, the authority will modernize water infrastructure in Osceola and Polk Counties to help ensure a resilient water supply for over 450,000 residents. "We are excited to announce that the Toho Water Authority has been awarded a major $188,290,418 Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act loan from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency," said Rep. Soto. "This critical federal funding will protect clean water, preserve our environment, and ensure sufficient water supply for our growing community. We are grateful to the U.S. EPA for their partnership and support in securing this impactful investment in Central Florida's water future." “Investing in our water infrastructure is one of the best ways to support healthy, thriving communities. I congratulate the Toho Water Authority for securing this $188.3 million low-interest federal loan that will support public health and environmental protection, population growth, and economic opportunity here in Central Florida,” said U.S. EPA Deputy Assistant Administrator for Water Mae Wu. “Through this loan program and unprecedented funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Biden-Harris Administration is investing in America to strengthen drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure while creating good-paying jobs.” “This loan will fund several key upgrades and expansions to the Tohopekaliga water infrastructure, including expanding multiple water treatment facilities and installing a series of water main and pump stations, which will reduce the communities’ reliance on the Upper Floridian aquifer’s supplies and improving the drinking water distribution system for this growing population,” said César Zapata, Acting Region 4 Deputy Administrator. “These improvements… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases/congresswoman-sheila-cherfilus-mccormick-commends-biden-harris-administration | Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Commends the Biden-Harris Administration for their Impactful Changes to the HUD-VASH Program | 2024-08-08 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | House | FL | Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick | C001127 | cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov | cherfilus-mccormick | https://cherfilus-mccormick.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | TAMARAC, FL - Congresswoman Cherfilus-McCormick issued the following statement on the new HUD-VASH policy changes. “The changes made by the Biden-Harris administration to the HUD-VASH program are much needed. I am glad to see their efforts to broaden access to essential benefits for the men and women who have served our country with honor. For too long, veterans in need have been unable to participate in the HUD-VASH program due to a nonsensical income threshold that regarded service-connected disability benefits as income. By revising the definition of income to include VA benefits and by increasing the income threshold to 80% of AMI, more veterans will now be eligible for rental assistance and additional supportive services than ever before. I commend these steps taken by the Biden-Harris administration. I will continue to work diligently to ensure that all veterans are informed about these changes and can access the benefits they have rightfully earned.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404644 | Reps. Castor, Levin, SEEC Urge EPA to Adopt Robust Power Plant Standards | 2024-08-05 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC) Members Reps. Kathy Castor (FL-14) and Mike Levin (CA-49) along with the SEEC Co-Chairs — Reps. Doris Matsui (CA-7), Mike Quigley (IL-5), and Paul Tonko (NY-20) —led a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael S. Regan, urging the agency to adopt strong, comprehensive standards for existing gas-fired power plants. These five members were joined by 86 of their House colleagues in signing the letter. This follows a March 2023 and July 2023 letter that the SEEC leaders sent in support of strong limits for fossil fuel-fired power plant pollution through EPA’s authority under Section 111 of the Clean Air Act. “We appreciate EPA’s commitment to setting meaningful and comprehensive pollution standards for our nation’s power plants, and respectfully urge you to adopt final rules on existing gas-fired power plants that include the strongest possible standards to limit greenhouse gases and other pollutants,” the members wrote. “In particular, these rules must take a comprehensive approach to the existing gas fleet by addressing all types of gas plants and their cumulative impacts, as well as the full spectrum of air pollution. Further, we urge you to conduct robust stakeholder engagement as part of this process—including among impacted workers and frontline and environmental justice communities.” “Over the last four years, EPA has made immense progress towards securing a more equitable and climate-friendly future for our nation. We look forward to working with you to build on this momentum and securing the strongest possible standards to limit pollution from existing gas power plants.” In April, EPA finalized impactful greenhouse gas emissions standards for new gas and existing coal power plants that will curb 1.38 billion metric tons of carbon pollution through 2047 and provide hundreds of billions of dollars in health and climate benefits. The agency is now taking major steps this year to build on this progress by advancing emissions… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://frankel.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3746 | Reps. Frankel, Khanna, Fitzpatrick, Landsman Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Improve Reporting and Investigating of Sexual Assault on College Campuses | 2024-08-05 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | House | FL | Lois Frankel | F000462 | frankel.house.gov | frankel | https://frankel.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, DC – Last week, Representatives Lois Frankel (D-FL-22), Ro Khanna (D-CA-47), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01), and Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) introduced the Campus Accountability and Safety Act (CASA), which would reform the way institutions of higher education address and report incidents of sexual assault, sexual harassment, domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking that occur on campuses and ensure a uniform and fair process for investigating and conducting campus disciplinary proceedings. “Students can't learn if they don't feel safe. Sexual harassment, sexual violence, and stalking are widespread issues on college campuses, and survivors of these traumas must have access to resources to support them and hold abusers accountable,” said Rep. Frankel. “I'm proud to co-lead this effort to make our colleges a safer place for all.” “One in five women and one in sixteen men experience sexual assault on college campuses. Due to stigma and complex systems, many survivors don’t report sexual violence, much less pursue justice through their university’s system, and many perpetrators are never held accountable,” said Rep. Khanna. “I’m proud to lead this bipartisan bill with my colleagues to increase transparency, provide resources for survivors, and reduce barriers in the reporting process.” “Sexual assault on college campuses continues to be a crisis that demands our immediate action. And, as with all crimes, weak enforcement and insufficient accountability only embolden perpetrators to act with impunity,” said Rep. Fitzpatrick. “This bipartisan, bicameral legislation is a commitment to our students that we are taking action: action to ensure their safety and action to hold our educational institutions accountable by transforming how sexual assault and violence are handled and addressed. By demanding greater transparency, enforcing stringent accountability measures, and providing essential resources and support to victims, we can eliminate the toxic culture of inaction that has plagued our campuses for too… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://frankel.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3749 | Rep. Frankel Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Remove Tax Penalty on Payments to Survivors of Sexual Violence | 2024-08-05 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | House | FL | Lois Frankel | F000462 | frankel.house.gov | frankel | https://frankel.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx?DocumentTypeID=27 | scraper | Washington, DC – Representatives Lois Frankel (D-FL-22) and Claudia Tenney (R-NY-24) have introduced the Tax Fairness for Survivors Act, a bipartisan bill designed to remove the tax penalty on settlements, awards, and judgments paid to survivors of sexual harassment and assault. Current law exempts payments for damages due to physical and emotional injuries from physical injury cases from taxation. However, payments from sexual harassment and assault lawsuits are taxed as income unless the survivor can prove additional physical harm. This means that if a rape survivor does not show visible physical injuries like bruises or broken bones, their settlements are taxed. This tax applies even if the survivor misses work, leaves their job, or seeks mental health support. “Survivors of sexual harassment and assault deserve fair treatment under the law,” said Rep. Frankel. “It is unacceptable for a woman who has been raped, who endures immense pain and trauma, or who had to quit her job to escape harassment, to face further tax burdens on the compensation she rightfully deserves. This bill ensures survivors receive equal treatment regarding their payments.” “Currently, loopholes in our tax system fail survivors of sexual harassment and assault, penalizing survivors,” said Rep. Tenney. “The Tax Fairness for Survivors Act provides a common-sense solution that would eliminate the tax penalty on survivors by creating parity and exempting settlements and judgments from sexual harassment or assault claims from any income taxes. Thank you to Representative Frankel for joining me in these efforts to support survivors.” “As survivors of sexual misconduct in the workplace at Fox News, we know better than anyone that any award received upon settlement is not just for suffering through some of the most toxic workplace behavior imaginable, but also for income lost when one’s job is terminated for doing nothing wrong except courageously coming forward to say something is wrong,” said Gretchen Carlson and Julie Roginsky, Co-Founders,… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3233 | Wasserman Schultz, Díaz-Balart Lead Bipartisan Effort to Denounce Maduro’s Election Fraud, Press for Peaceful Transition of Power | 2024-08-02 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Washington DC – Today, U.S. Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) and Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26), co-chairs of Congressional Venezuela Democracy Caucus, filed a bipartisan House resolution to make clear that the United States Congress is “standing in solidarity with the Venezuelan people and condemning Nicolás Maduro’s attempt to steal the Venezuelan Presidential election.” The resolution recognizes Edmundo González as the rightful president-elect of Venezuela, denounces Maduro’s election fraud and violent repression of democracy protesters, and calls for new U.S. sanctions and international pressure to push Maduro to accept the will of the Venezuelan people and allow a peaceful transition of power. They were joined by 28 bipartisan colleagues, including Reps. Frederica Wilson, Michael McCaul, Darren Soto, Carlos Gimenez, Kathy Castor, Michael Waltz, Jared Moskowitz, Maria Salazar, Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, Brian Mast, Lois Frankel, Chris Smith, Sylvia Garcia, Alex Mooney, Dina Titus, Jenniffer Gonzalez-Colon, Jim Costa, Bill Huizenga, Daniel Goldman, Guy Reschenthaler, Ruben Gallego, Brad Schneider, Vicente Gonzalez, Gerry Connolly, Andy Kim, Juan Vargas, Kathy Manning, and Norma Torres. “Venezuelans courageously took to the ballot box to seek true, legitimate representation after a lost decade under Maduro,” said Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz. “And despite enormous barriers and personal risk, overwhelming majorities across the nation repudiated Maduro and chose democracy. Yet this brutal narco-regime refuses to face reality, despite clear evidence proving Maduro’s loss. The violent repression of protestors’ demands for democracy must end and a peaceful transfer of power must begin. The Biden-Harris Administration successfully forced Maduro to hold this election. Now we must bring pressure to bear on Maduro and his cronies to respect the will of the Venezuelan people, or face the consequences.” “Despite the grip of totalitarian rule, the people of Venezuela refuse to let democracy die. Now more than ever… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3234 | Wasserman Schultz y Díaz-Balart lideran esfuerzo bipartidista para denunciar el fraude electoral de Maduro y presionar por una transición pacífica del poder | 2024-08-02 | 2024 | 2024-08 | Democrat | House | FL | Debbie Wasserman Schultz | W000797 | wassermanschultz.house.gov | wassermanschultz | https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | Washington D.C. – Hoy los legisladores Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) y Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26), co-presidentes del Comité Parlamentario a favor de la Democracia en Venezuela, presentaron una resolución bipartidista en la Cámara de Representantes para dejar claro que el Congreso de Estados Unidos está en “solidaridad con el pueblo venezolano y condena el intento de Nicolás Maduro de robar la elección presidencial venezolana”. La resolución reconoce a Edmundo González como el legítimo presidente electo de Venezuela, denuncia el fraude electoral de Maduro y la represión violenta a los manifestantes prodemocracia y pide nuevas sanciones americanas y presión internacional para obligar a Maduro a aceptar la voluntad del pueblo venezolano y permitir una transición pacífica de poder. Fueron acompañados por 28 colegas bipartidistas, incluyendo los legisladores Frederica Wilson, Michael McCaul, Darren Soto, Carlos Gimenez, Kathy Castor, Michael Waltz, Jared Moskowitz, Maria Salazar, Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, Brian Mast, Lois Frankel, Chris Smith, Sylvia Garcia, Alex Mooney, Dina Titus, Jenniffer Gonzalez-Colon, Jim Costa, Bill Huizenga, Daniel Goldman, Guy Reschenthaler, Ruben Gallego, Brad Schneider, Vicente Gonzalez, Gerry Connolly, Andy Kim, Juan Vargas, Kathy Manning, y Norma Torres. “Los venezolanos valientemente salieron a las urnas para buscar una representación verdadera y legítima después de una década perdida bajo Maduro”, dijo la congresista Wasserman Schultz. “Y a pesar de enormes barreras y riesgos personales, abrumadoras mayorías en todo el país repudiaron a Maduro y eligieron la democracia. Sin embargo, este brutal narcorégimen se niega a enfrentar la realidad, a pesar de la clara evidencia que demuestra la derrota de Maduro. La violeta represión contra los manifestantes en su demanda por la democracia debe terminar y debe comenzar una transición pacífica del poder. La Administración Biden-Harris obligó con éxito a Maduro a realizar estas elecciones. Ahora tenemos que presionar a Maduro y sus maton… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:36:13Z |
| https://castor.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=404640 | U.S. Rep. Castor Applauds Senate Passage of Stronger Protections for Kids Online | 2024-07-30 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Democrat | House | FL | Kathy Castor | C001066 | castor.house.gov | castor | https://castor.house.gov/news/documentquery.aspx | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor released the following statement after the U.S. Senate passed companion legislation to her Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) and her Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA 2.0) in a bipartisan vote of 91-3: “For years, I have sounded the alarm about the manipulative and predatory practices of Big Tech platforms that profit off our kids’ data and risk exposing them to harmful content. I introduced the bipartisan COPPA 2.0 and KOSA in the House to give young people a fighting chance to avoid dangerous online content and situations that have imperiled their lives and privacy. Research unequivocally shows that our increasingly digital world is hazardous for children, with popular apps pushing kids to spend unhealthy amounts of time on their devices, severely affecting their mental health. Congress must establish and strengthen safeguards to protect kids’ data, end the incessant surveillance of children, address addictive design features and require transparency in algorithms. “America’s kids can’t afford for us to continue waiting to get them the online protections they need and deserve. I urge swift action in the House and encourage my colleagues to support COPPA 2.0 and KOSA.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
| https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-maxwell-frost-secures-153-million-in-funding-for-critical-central-florida-projects-as-appropriations-bills-head-to-house-floor | Congressman Maxwell Frost Secures $15.3 Million in Funding For Critical Central Florida Projects As Appropriations Bills Head to House Floor | 2024-07-29 | 2024 | 2024-07 | Democrat | House | FL | Maxwell Frost | F000476 | frost.house.gov | frost | https://frost.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | Frost Was Successful in Getting All 15 of His Project Funding Requests Included in FY 25 Appropriations Bills VIEW THE PROJECTS ON OUR INTERACTIVE MAP HERE WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) announced that all 15 of his Community Project Funding requests have been successfully voted out of the Appropriations Committee, bringing the Congressman one step closer to delivering over $15.3 million for critical projects across Central Florida. Since January, Congressman Frost’s office has worked closely with local community partners and stakeholders to submit funding proposals for 15 comprehensive projects to support a wide range of efforts from affordable housing to infrastructure and transportation. Some of the landmark projects included in Frost’s requests are: $5.5 million for the Town of Eatonville. Over $2.2 million for the Orlando Housing Authority. $1.3 million for the Orange County Government. $850,000 for Pine Hills. And $500,000 for Lake Eola improvements. The projects were included as part of the final bill text in the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development and the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies bills. The legislation must still be voted on in the House and passed by the Senate before heading to the President’s desk and becoming law. Last year, Congressman Frost secured nearly $12 million for projects across the Orlando area, including million for transportation improvements, affordable housing programs, and community violence intervention efforts to help curb gun violence. “No matter the gridlock in Washington, I made a promise to the people of Central Florida that I would do everything in my power to unlock federal dollars and help change our community for the better,” said Congressman Maxwell Frost. “This $15.3 million is a commitment to that promise. Whether it's fighting for more housing dollars, fixing our roads and public transportation, or taking care of our parks – I won’t stop fighting to bring home every dollar possible.” “Before … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-04-07T21:24:45Z |
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