WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Bipartisan Lawmakers Demand Wikimedia Reign in Antisemitism, Uphold Neutrality Washington DC - Today, U.S. Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) and Don Bacon (NE-02) led a group of 23 Members in sending Wikimedia CEO Maryana Iskander a letter seeking answers on how the online encyclopedia will enforce its own rules, curb editor bias and prevent antisemitism and pro-terrorist content from   more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Buchanan, Schweikert Lead Effort for Humane Reforms to Protect America's Wild Horses and Save Taxpayer Dollars Urges Interior Secretary Burgum to Expand and Implement Proven Fertility Control Methods in BLM's Wild Horse and Burro Program WASHINGTON -- Yesterday, Congressman Vern Buchanan led a letter with Congressman David Schweikert (R-Ariz.) to Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum urging reforms   more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, chairman of the Senate Special Committee on Aging, issued the following news release on May 1, 2025: * * * Chairman Rick Scott Leads Aging Committee Hearing on Combating Rising Antisemitism and Protecting America's Seniors WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Senator Rick Scott, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, led a committee hearing entitled, "Never Again: Addressing the Rise of Antisemitism and Supporting Older Americans" as   more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Brian Mast, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Mast Introduced Bill to Enhance School Safety WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congressman Brian Mast (FL-21) introduced the Uniform School Mapping Act to ensure that first responders have fast, reliable access to critical information during school emergencies. By requiring federal school mapping funds to follow a set of national standards, this legislation eliminates dangerous inconsistencies to save lives. "I  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Jared Moskowitz, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Moskowitz, Fry Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Nationwide Background Checks for School Workers WASHINGTON, DC -- Today, Congressmen Jared Moskowitz (D-FL-23) and Russell Fry (R-SC-07) introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen protection for children at Florida schools. Their Comprehensive Health & Integrity in Licensing and Documentation (CHILD) Act of 2025 would amend the National Child P  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Aaron Bean, R-Florida, issued the following floor remarks on April 30, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Mr. Speaker refers to the presiding officer of the House at the time of the speech): * * * Mr. Speaker, is it true President Trump has done more in 100 days than the previous President has done in 4 years? Mr. Speaker, I have only got 60 seconds, but let's break it all down: border closed; mass deportation of illegal immigrants; fentanyl smuggling dropping;  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Kat Cammack, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Cammack's REINS Act Included In Budget Reconciliation Plans WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Last night, the House Judiciary Committee reviewed its budget reconciliation plans, including Rep. Cammack's REINS Act. After several hours of debate, the committee voted to advance its plans to further President Trump's agenda with Republican support around 11pm ET. Rep. Cammack introduced the REINS text considered b  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Florida, issued the following floor remarks on April 30, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Mr. Speaker refers to the presiding officer of the House at the time of the speech): * * * Mr. Speaker, this administration's deportation process has been sloppy and reckless since day one. No due process and no transparency, just families being illegally ripped apart and left to fend for themselves. In severe instances, innocent people have  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Florida, issued the following news release on April 30, 2025: * * * Rep. Luna Introduces Legislation to Codify DOGE Reforms Into Law WASHINGTON, D.C.--Today, U.S. Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) introduced legislation that would formally codify the measures initiated by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) into law. The bill, if enacted, would ensure that all reforms, regulatory changes, or cost-saving measures issued by DOGE ha  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Luna Urges DHS Secy. Noem to Delay REAL ID Implementation WASHINGTON, D.C.--Today, U.S. Representative Anna Paulina Luna sent a letter urging Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem to delay the deadline for Americans to receive a "Real ID." Upon reaching the current deadline, May 7, millions of Americans without a Real ID, passport, or other accepted form of identity will  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Darren Soto, D-Florida, posted the following statement in the extensions of remarks section of the Congressional Record on April 30, 2025: * * * Mr. Speaker, Jim Handley retired from his roles at the Florida Cattlemen's Association after 27 years of service on April 15, 2025. Executive vice president of the Florida Cattlemen's Association and chief executive officer of the Florida Beef Council since 1998, Jim has also served as executive director of the Florida Cattle  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Dave Min, D-California, issued the following news release on May 1, 2025: * * * Reps. Dave Min and Mike Levin Lead Letter to Florida Bar Association to Alert of AG Pam Bondi's Potential Misconduct Reps. Min, Levin: "We believe it is incumbent on the Florida Bar to do its part to uphold the rule of law and integrity among the attorneys it oversees, no matter how powerful or well-connected those attorneys may be" Washington, D.C. -- Today, Representatives Dave Min (CA  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Rick Scott Joins Sen. Jim Risch and Colleagues on Bill to Protect Israel at the United Nations WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Senator Rick Scott joined Senator Jim Risch, Chairman of Senate Foreign Relations Committee, along with 22 of their Senate colleagues in introducing the Stand with Israel Act. This bill makes clear the United States stands strong with its ally, Israel, by cutting off U.S. funding  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Rick Scott Leads Bipartisan Resolution Recognizing April as Parkinson's Awareness Month WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Senator Rick Scott and Senator Cory Booker introduced a bipartisan resolution recognizing April 2025 as Parkinson's Awareness Month. The resolution highlights the urgent need for continued research, education, and community support for those living with Parkinson's, a condition that   more