Small businesses are the backbone of Florida, making up 99% of all businesses in the state and employing over 3.6 million people. This
#SmallBizWeek
and everyday, I am so proud to uplift the incredible local business that shape our region.
Be sure to show some love to your…
Today, Florida's inhumane near-total abortion ban goes into effect, a dangerous and life-threatening reality for many.
Reproductive healthcare is a human right. This battle is about basic human dignity and freedom. I will keep fighting at the federal level to protect bodily…
Last year, I introduced my first bipartisan bill, the Fixing Gaps in Hurricane Preparedness Act, to ensure that hurricane preparedness tools, alerts, and planning systems address the needs of seniors, people with disabilities, non-English speakers, and others. Today, the bill…
I grew up watching
@BillNye
, so it was an honor to welcome him to our DC office yesterday! We had a chance to chat about the importance of fully funding and supporting NASA’s science mission and their great work, from space exploration to research on interplanetary science. 🪐
🍊 Orange County residents: We’re partnering with
@OrangeCoFL
for a joint town hall on Friday, May 10, to discuss arts, culture, and transportation, among other major issues impacting Central Floridians.
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Was honored to host
@WhipKClark
in Central Florida this week to share some of the major issues impacting our community. During her visit we connected with local leaders to discuss:
🛜 Additional funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program.
🤝 Reducing gun violence through…
It's cruel for DeSantis to rip health coverage away from thousands of children who currently rely on Florida KidCare.
My FL Dem. colleagues joined me in a letter urging CMS to ensure that the KidCare expansion is done in a way that follows the law 👇
In Orlando, we're seeing that investing in Community Violence Intervention programs reduces gun violence and saves lives. Earlier this week,
@WhipKClark
and I spoke with community advocates and gun violence survivors about how federal funding for these programs makes our…
I appreciate
@RepMaxwellFrost
's advocacy and support of our programs that are offering assistance and opportunities to help young residents thrive now and in the future.
Passover commemorates the Jewish people’s journey to freedom, a story of finding hope to overcome oppression.
Wishing all who celebrate a happy Passover. Chag Sameach!
From a Green New Deal to protecting the rich ecosystems of the great Sunshine State, it's on all of us to fight for a world we all can survive and thrive on. This
#EarthDay
and every day, let's take bold action to protect our globe and create a livable future for everyone.
Today, the House will finally vote on long-awaited aid for Ukraine. I was supposed to go to the floor to debate in support of this bill, but unfortunately, I lost my voice. Here’s what I would have said. ⬇️
We must stand with Ukraine.
25 years since the Columbine shooting, a tragedy that shaped a generation. Today reinforces my resolve to fight for a future where gun violence doesn't steal away the people we love. We remember, we mourn, and we continue to turn our pain into action.
25 years ago today, 13 people were shot and killed and 21 others were wounded at Columbine High School in Littleton, Colorado.
For the generation of young people who have grown up since that horrific tragedy, gun violence is still their reality. It’s beyond time to change that.
In the wake of political instability and escalating violence, Haitians are dealing with unimaginable hardships.
Members of the Haiti Caucus and I have signed onto a letter calling for Reauthorization of Haiti Trade Preference Programs to invest in the future and stability of…
To create long-term stability in Haiti, there must first be a solid foundation for economic opportunity and growth.
I led a letter with
@repyvetteclarke
and
@RepPressley
to Ways and Means Committee on Reauthorization of Haiti Trade Preference Programs.
#Haiti
We cannot allow the Supreme Court or local governments to criminalize being too poor to afford housing. Handcuffs and fines are not going to end homelessness, real solutions to affordable housing are. At the federal level, I’ll do all we can to housing laws that prioritize…