Press Releases
Miami, Fla. - Yesterday, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) voted for the bipartisan H.R. 7900, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023. which supports key improvements in pay for service members and their families, who form the foundation for America's defense, while also investing in future capabilities that will allow the United States to confront the unprecedented challenges facing our nation at home and abroad.
Miami, Fla. - Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) voted to pass H.R. 7309, the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2022, which would invest in our nation's workforce development programs and help fill job openings in District 24 with qualified workers.
Miami, Fla. - Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) voted for new bipartisan legislation to lower the cost of food and fuel: another step forward in House Democrats' fight against inflation. The Lower Food and Fuel Costs Act will help bring down prices for Floridians in the grocery aisle and at the gas pump by giving American farmers and ranchers the support they need to thrive.
Miami, Fla. - Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) voted to protect Florida communities and save lives with a strong legislative package to address gun violence. The Protecting Our Kids Act includes common-sense gun safety measures that will crack down on illegal gun trafficking, keep weapons of war out of the hands of teenagers, strengthen safe gun storage, restrict access to untraceable "ghost guns" and more.
Miami, Fla. - Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement regarding Pride Month:
"Throughout the month of June, we celebrate our identities and ourselves. No matter who you are or who you love, Floridians everywhere have a loving home in District 24. This Pride Month gives us the opportunity to celebrate diversity and loudly proclaim our acceptance of others.
Miami, Fla. - Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) announced that the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) is accepting applications for the 2022 United Health Foundation, Louis Stokes Health Scholarship Program, Ally Financial Law Scholars Program and Public Policy Scholars Program Scholarships, Stephen Feinberg Scholars Program and Multi-Year Program Scholarships, CBC Spouses Education Scholarships, CBC Spouses Essay Contest Scholarship, CBC Performing and Visual Arts Scholarships, and CBCF HBCU Scholarship.
Miami, Fla. - Yesterday, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) presented a check for $1.7 million dollars to the Hollywood City Commission for body-worn cameras intended for the Hollywood Police Department. The funding for body-worn cameras is an effort to increase the transparency and accountability of local law enforcement that will help build trust and understanding within the City of Hollywood community.
Miami, Fla. - Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) has been named a 2021 Defender of Children by the bipartisan advocacy organization First Focus Campaign for Children. Just 40 members of the U.S. House of Representatives receive this distinction each year.
Miami, Fla. - Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) voted for legislation to crack down on price gouging by Big Oil companies and bring down costs for Florida families who are facing record-setting price increases at the gas pump.
Miami, Fla. - Yesterday, in the wake of a hate-fueled mass shooting in Buffalo and other incidents across the country, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) voted for legislation to combat domestic terrorism and better protect our South Florida communities. The Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act will expand federal resources to combat violent extremism - particularly white supremacy - and better equip local law enforcement to address these deadly threats.