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MIAMI, FL - Today, following months of calling for increased support from the Administration for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) amidst alarming threats, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24), Chair of Higher Education and Workforce Investment, commends President Biden, Vice President Harris, and the Department of Education for expanding eligibility to immediate grant funding for HBCUs that recently experienced a bomb threat under the Project School Emergency Response to Violence (Project SERV) program.

Miami. Fla. - Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement in recognition of Haitian Heritage Month, celebrated during the month of May:

"Haitian Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the rich culture, history, achievements, and contributions of the global Haitian community. From contributions to art, music, and history, Haitian heritage is an indispensable part of South Florida's unique identity. I proudly honor the Haitian American community in South Florida and throughout the nation.

Miami, Fla. - This week, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) voted for legislation appropriating more than $40 billion in additional assistance for Ukraine's fight for democracy. Introduced with bipartisan and bicameral support, this emergency funding will be pivotal in Ukraine's fight, helping to deliver critically needed resources, including military aid, support for the Ukrainian economy and humanitarian assistance to address the worldwide hunger crisis stemming from Russia's invasion.

Miami, Fla. - This week, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) voted to pass the Federal Firefighters Fairness Act, which seeks to strengthen access to workers' compensation benefits for federal firefighters, including those in District 24 who have become injured or ill on the job.

Miami, FL - Today, Congresswoman Wilson issued the following statement to recognize the 155th celebration of Juneteenth, when federal officials arrived in Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865, to enforce the Emancipation Proclamation:

Miami, FL - Today, Congresswoman Wilson issued the following statement following the passage of the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act:

Miami, Fla. - Congresswoman Wilson led a letter to Gov. Ron DeSantis urging him to make free or affordable face coverings universally available throughout the state. In the past few weeks, the rate of confirmed coronavirus infections has surged in Florida, making it one of the nation's top five hot spots. On July 4, for example, the state reported a record-breaking, single-day high of 11,458 new cases and the daily numbers continue to climb at alarming rates.

Miami, Fla. - Today, Congresswoman Wilson voted to pass H.R. 2, the Moving Forward Act, House Democrats' sweeping legislation to invest more than $1.5 trillion in modern, sustainable infrastructure while creating millions of good-paying jobs, combatting the climate crisis and addressing disparities in communities across Florida and throughout the country.