Today, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement for the 57th Anniversary of Griswold v. Connecticut. “Today, we commemorate the anniversary of the groundbreaking Supreme Court ruling in Griswold v. Connecticut, a pivotal moment that secured access to contraception and safeguarded our constitutional right to privacy. This historic case, decided six decades ago, laid the... Read More »
This week, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) along with Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Derek Kilmer (WA-06), and Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) introduced the bipartisan Promoting Advancement Through Transit Help (PATH) to College Act. The legislation is endorsed by the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT). “Providing accessible transit to all students is essential to ensuring educati... Read More »
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24), a senior member of the Congressional Equality Caucus which promotes equality for all people regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics, released the following statement celebrating the start of Pride Month: "I extend my heartfelt wishes for a joyous Pride Month to the LGBTQI+ community in South Florida and nationwide. Regard... Read More »
Yesterday, the Biden-Harris Administration announced the first-ever national strategy to combat antisemitism. The plan focuses on increasing awareness and understanding of antisemitism as well as broaden appreciation of Jewish American heritage; improve safety and security for Jewish communities; reverse the normalization of antisemitism and counter antisemitic discrimination; and build cross-comm... Read More »
Today, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement regarding the end of the COVID-19-era policy, Title 42: "Since Title 42's establishment under the Trump administration, this policy has forcibly turned away countless asylum seekers in search of a better and safe life for their families. With Title 42’s expiration, I am relieved to see the immediate end of its cruel po... Read More »
Miami, Fla. – Today, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement on the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling to protect access to the abortion pill Mifepristone. “Yesterday, the U.S. Supreme Court made the right decision in preserving women’s access to the abortion medication Mifepristone. “For the last 20 years, Mifepristone has proved safe and effective, and no amount of poli... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) denounced House Passage of H.R. 734, the “Politics Over Participation Act” known as the “Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act.” As a Member of the Equality Caucus, Congresswoman Wilson supports the Caucus’ mission to promote equality for all people regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or sex characteristics. “... Read More »
Miami, Fla. – Today, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) presented a $6.4 million check to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade Inc. at the grand opening of the Dr. Frederica S. Wilson Club at Skyway Elementary School. The check includes funds for enhancements to the new club facility, the expasion of existing club programming for the NFL Club located in Gwen Cherry Park, and facility improv... Read More »
A new Boys and Girls Club will give children at a Miami Gardens elementary school access to after-school activities that include STEM, arts and crafts, and nutrition programs. U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson, D-Miami Gardens, on Wednesday announced $6.4 million for the new club, named after her, and two others, Northwest Club and the NFL Club at Gwen Cherry Park. The money comes from congressional appr... Read More »
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement on the indictment of Donald Trump: “Donald Trump is a twice impeached former President who incited his followers to converge on the U.S. Capitol in an attempt to overturn an election and upend our Democracy. “I am watching along with my constituents as the judicial process runs its course. After all he has put this country th... Read More »
Today, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) was joined by the City of West Park Mayor, Felicia Brunson, city officials, staff, and community members to present a $3 million check to the City of West Park for the construction of a cultural facility at McTyre Park. The funding awarded for the project are a part of the Community Project Funding earmarks in the FY 23 appropriations omnibus packag... Read More »
WASHINGTON – Today, Education and the Workforce Committee Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03), Higher Education and Workforce Development (HEWD) Subcommittee Ranking Member Frederica Wilson (FL-24), and the other Democratic Members of the HEWD Subcommittee unveiled plans to reintroduce the Lowering Obstacles to Achievement Now (LOAN) Act. The LOAN Act would lower the cost of college for... Read More »
While President Joe Biden’s far-reaching plan to cancel student debt remains questionable, Democrats are arguing for a second time this week for Congress’s role in addressing the debt crisis. On Tuesday, a cadre of about 125 progressives in the Senate and House issued a letter reiterating their support for Biden’s beleaguered plan and hinting at upcoming legislation to support loan payments. On Th... Read More »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley, along with Representatives Jamaal Bowman (D-NY-16) and Frederica Wilson (D-FL-24), led 15 of their colleagues in a letter urging the Department of Education (ED) to better address racial and ethnic gaps in higher education access and attainment by expanding the collection of college admissions data. “Despite a shrinking difference in racial a... Read More »
WASHINGTON D.C. – Yesterday, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) joined a bipartisan group of House and Senate Members to introduce the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act of 2023(H.R. 20), a comprehensive proposal to protect workers’ right to come together and bargain for higher wages, better benefits, and safer workplaces. Large corporations and the wealthy continu... Read More »
