Media

It is tax season, and my office is here to provide assistance in effectively filing your taxes. I encourage my constituents to take advantage of the guidance and resources found below.

Free Taxpayer Assistance:

The IRS supports two types of free tax assistance, the Voluntary Income Tax Assistance (VITA) grant program, and the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) grant program.

Where is my local VITA Tax prep site?

https://www.irs.gov/Individuals/Free-Tax-Return-Preparation-for-You-by-Volunteers

Popular exhibit featuring African-American history to be digitized

News@TheU / Ashley A. Williams / February 19, 2020

Congresswoman sees Joe Biden or Mike Bloomberg, not Bernie Sanders, doing well in Florida

South Florida Sun Sentinel / Anthony Man / February 19, 2020

As Democrats try to figure out who's their best candidate to nominate for president, Congresswoman Lois Frankel sees Florida as a Joe Biden or Mike Bloomberg state.

Miami Yacht Show brings $480M to District 24

The Miami Times / Penny Dickerson / February 19, 2020

The Miami Yacht Show was held Feb. 13-17, and Congresswoman Frederica Wilson spearheaded legislation in Washington that moved the event into her presiding District 24.

'Veils' a Musical Masterpiece That Must Be Experienced

Washington Informer / D. Kevin McNeir / February 19, 2020

Congresswoman Wilson Helps Secure $43 Million Grant for PortMiami

Caribbean National Weekly / February 20, 2020

Advocates say Maine's higher rural infant mortality rate tied to economic insecurity

Maine Beacon / February 24, 2020

While the overall rate of infant mortality in Maine is on the decline, infant deaths in the most rural parts of the state have recently increased, according to a recent report by a state panel that aims to prevent pregnancy-related deaths.

Florida Dems fume as Bernie Sanders gains steam

Florida Politics / Robin Bravender / February 24, 2020

South Florida Rep. Donna Shalala was quick to lash out against Bernie Sanders on Twitter.