Medicare

I oppose Republican efforts to change Medicare from an entitlement to a voucher program for individuals aged 54 and under. It is simply unfair to balance the budget and make cuts to this vital entitlement program without even considering all options to balance the budget. This voucher program does not keep pace with medical costs, shifting thousands of dollars of costs onto individuals. For those currently on Medicare, it also raises costs for seniors and individuals with disabilities enrolled in Medicare, reduces their benefits, and puts private insurance companies in charge of the program. For current beneficiaries, important benefits – such as closing the hole in Medicare's drug coverage – would be immediately eliminated.

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U.S. Representatives Frederica S. Wilson, Debbie Wasserman Schultz, and Lois Frankel to Participate in South Florida Swearing-in Ceremony
November 28, 2022
Press Release

Miami, FL - Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24), Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23), and Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-22) will participate in a local swearing-in ceremony at 9:00 a.m., Friday, January 23, 2015. The swearing-in ceremony will take place at the Federal Courthouse located at 299 East Broward Boulevard, 4th Floor, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301. Family, friends and constituents are invited to witness Representatives Wilson, Wasserman Schultz and Frankel be sworn-in as Members of the 114th Congress.

Issues: Climate and Environment Immigration Foreign Affairs Haiti Housing Jobs Medicare Social Security Veterans
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson Statement on Black History Month
November 28, 2022
Press Release

MIAMI - Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement today in recognition of Black History Month:

"As we recognize and honor the accomplishments of the African-American community and celebrate its rich history during Black History Month, let us also reflect on the long road and hard fought battles to obtain racial equality.

Issues: Climate and Environment Immigration Foreign Affairs Haiti Housing Jobs Medicare Science, Space, and Technology Social Security Veterans Voting Rights
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson to File Legislation Mandating Vaccinations for Public School Students
November 28, 2022
Press Release

Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) will file legislation that mandates, with minimal exemptions, certain vaccinations for all students who attend public schools. The Congresswoman issued the following statement:

"As a former elementary school principal, I know the importance of childhood vaccinations. Research has shown that vaccinations are effective; they keep children healthy, save lives, and protect future generations of Americans.

Issues: Immigration Haiti Medicare
Congresswoman Wilson Statement on Passage of Bipartisan Spending Bill
November 28, 2022
Press Release
Today, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement after the US House of Representatives passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2014:
Issues: Climate and Environment Housing Jobs Medicare Social Security
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson's Statement on the President's State of the Union Address
November 28, 2022
Press Release
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson issued the following statement in response to President Obama's State of the Union address:
Issues: Climate and Environment Housing Jobs Medicare Science, Space, and Technology Social Security Veterans Voting Rights
Congresswoman Frederica Wilson Introduces New Legislation to Stop the "Sequester" and Stand up for Working Families
November 28, 2022
Press Release
Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) and colleagues in the US House of Representatives introduced a simple and straightforward bill to end Washington's current budget crisis and prevent a new recession.
Issues: Climate and Environment Immigration Housing Jobs Medicare Science, Space, and Technology Social Security Veterans Voting Rights
Congresswoman Frederica Wilson Hosts Grand Opening of 24th Congressional District Office in Miramar
November 28, 2022
Press Release
Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (D-FL) will host the grand opening of the 24th Congressional District office in Miramar, on Tuesday, April 30, 2013, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00
Issues: Immigration Housing Jobs Medicare Social Security Veterans Voting Rights
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson Joins Thousands Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of "The March on Washington"
November 28, 2022
Press Release
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) and tens of thousands of people gathered at the National Mall on Saturday, August 24, 2013, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of "The March on Washington," where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his famous
Issues: Housing Jobs Medicare Social Security Veterans
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson Explains What You Need to Know about the Affordable Care Act's Upcoming Open Enrollment
November 28, 2022
Press Release
MIAMI - Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) will host a forum about the Affordable Care Act (ACA) from 10a.m. to noon, Saturday, August 31, 2013, at Pentecostal Tabernacle International church located at 18415 NW 7th Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL 33169
Issues: Medicare Voting Rights
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson Statement on Republican Efforts to Cause Economic Shutdown
November 28, 2022
Press Release
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement on Congress's debate over the 2014 Continuing Resolution and the possibility of a Government Shutdown:
Issues: Immigration Haiti Housing Jobs Medicare Science, Space, and Technology Social Security Veterans