Miami, FL – At the urging of Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson, the Federal Aviation Administration announced today that it will extend to July 24, the public comment period on the Draft Environmental Assessment for the South-Central Florida Metroplex NextGen Project. The decision was made a day after the Florida lawmaker hosted a conference call with several representatives from… Read more »
Congresswoman Frederica Wilson issued the following statement on the passage of the Water Resources Development Act of 2018: "I was thrilled that the House passed the Water Resources Development Act today. This is a win for Florida and for communities across the country. As chair of the Florida Ports Caucus, I fought to bring relevant stakeholders together and to ensure that Florida's… Read more »
Today the House of Representatives passed H.R. 4667, an $81 billion disaster aid package. The package includes language provided by Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson to protect seniors in nursing homes during natural disasters. "Hurricanes are as much a part of Florida's ecosystem as its coral reefs, so we must be as proactive as possible in how we prepare for these inevitable storms.… Read more »
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson issued the following statement in response to President Trump's Decision to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris climate accord:"By pulling out of the Paris climate change accord to keep a campaign promise to the voters who put him in office, President Donald Trump has broken a sacred promise to all Americans to safeguard their health and the… Read more »
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson issued the following statement in response to the White House budget:"The Trump budget is an all-out assault on the poor. Once again, the administration has prioritized the needs of the rich over the poor."The budget double-downs on Medicaid with a $610 billion cut on top of the cuts made in the Republicans' health care bill. It literally takes food out… Read more »
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."This year marks the 50th… Read more »
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,… Read more »
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement in response to President Obama's 2015 State of the Union address: "Tonight, President Obama delivered an inspiring plan that puts the foundation of this country first – working families. At this critical time, with an improving economy and increased job growth, the stage is set for real change for our nation.… Read more »
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson Announces PortMiami Director and CEO Juan M. Kuryla as Her Official Guest for the State of the Union AddressToday, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson, (FL-24) announced that PortMiami Director and CEO, Juan M. Kuryla will be her official guest for this evening's State of the Union address by President Obama. "It is a privilege to be joined by PortMiami… Read more »
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) was sworn into the 114th United States Congress today to begin her third term as the United States Representative for Florida's 24th Congressional District. The Congresswoman issued the following statement:"I am honored to have been elected by the people of the 24th Congressional District for a third term to be their voice in the United States… Read more »