117th Congress
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson released this statement on the Supreme Court's split decision on President Obama's executive orders on immigration:
"I am very disappointed in the Supreme Court's deadlock decision today, which will allow states to continue to ignore President Obama's executive orders on immigration. This decision fails to add clarity to immigration laws and leaves millions of families in limbo.
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson released this statement after the Justice Department closed its investigation into the death of Kendrick Johnson:
MIAMI - Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement in response the mass shooting at Pulse Nightclub in Orlando:
I extend my deepest condolences to the families of the victims of the mass shooting at Pulse nightclub in Orlando this weekend. I am shocked and saddened by the loss of 49 innocent lives and the injuries sustained by dozens of others. My thoughts and prayers are with the families of the deceased, the surviving victims for their quick recovery, and everyone touched by this senseless tragedy.
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson issued the following statement in response to the injunction placed on the Obama Administration's Overtime Regulation:
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson released this statement on the Supreme Court's 4-3 decision to uphold affirmative action at the nation's public colleges and universities:
"The Supreme Court today upheld the affirmative action program at the University of Texas at Austin, affirming the importance of diversity in higher education and ultimately the nation's workforce. The contributions of people from different ethnic and economic backgrounds are a very big part of what makes America so great.
Today Congresswoman Wilson issued the following statement after learning of the passing of Shimon Peres:
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson today joined Vice President Joe Biden, House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid, and House and Senate Democrats at a press event on the steps of the U. S. Capitol to urge Republicans to join with Democrats to address pressing issues. Legislation to address the Zika virus is a top priority.
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson today issued the following statement in recognition of 9/11.
"Fifteen years ago, our nation suffered the worst terrorist acts on U.S. soil in our nation's history. Today, we honor all of the lives lost that day, and express our deep gratitude for the first responders' incredible bravery and selflessness. We thank and praise the men and women of uniform who made the ultimate sacrifice in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks.
Today, Representatives Bobby Scott (VA-03), Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24), Carolyn Maloney (NY-12) and Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) introduced a legislative package of bills to update the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to ensure that more workers have access to job-protected leave to care for themselves and their loved ones.
Today, Representatives Bobby Scott (VA-03), Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24), Carolyn Maloney (NY-12), and Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) introduced H.R. 5496, a legislative package of bills to update the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to ensure that more workers have access to job-protected leave to care for themselves and their loved ones.