117th Congress

Miami, FL - Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement:

"The Justice Department decision is disappointing. This decision should embolden us to work and change laws governing investigations of civil rights violations by the federal government.

MIAMI - Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement on the 50^th anniversary of the historic Selma to Montgomery march that took place on March 7, 1965.

"The historic march from Selma to Montgomery was a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement that led to the passage of the landmark Voting Rights Act that same year. The peaceful walk that resulted in unarmed, innocent men and women being beaten and brutalized by state troopers showed the determination of African-Americans to exercise their constitutional right to vote.

Miami, FL - Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement on the 50th anniversary of the launch of Head Start:

"As a former Head Start teacher, I know firsthand what access to education and a hearty breakfast can do for a child. Head Start has introduced thousands of children to learning and as a result, many of them have gone on to earn college educations, start successful careers and become productive members of society.

Miami, FL - Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement on the tragic death of former Miami-Dade County Police Director Robert Parker:

"I am deeply saddened by the death of former Miami-Dade County Police Director Robert Parker. I extend my sincerest sympathies to his family at this difficult time. Director Parker was a friend and a true humanitarian.

Miami, FL - Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24), issued the following statement on the passing of community leader and civil rights activist, Mrs. Georgia Jones-Ayers:

"My heart is heavy today. A strong, passionate voice in our community has been silenced. The disenfranchised found a voice through Georgia Jones-Ayers. She dared to make a difference and didn't care who objected to or disagreed with her remarks.

Miami, FL - Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) released this statement following the recent murder of nearly two thousand people by the terrorist organization Boko Haram:

Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) was sworn into the 114^th United States Congress today to begin her third term as the United States Representative for Florida's 24^th Congressional District. The Congresswoman issued the following statement:

Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) will file legislation that mandates, with minimal exemptions, certain vaccinations for all students who attend public schools. The Congresswoman issued the following statement:

"As a former elementary school principal, I know the importance of childhood vaccinations. Research has shown that vaccinations are effective; they keep children healthy, save lives, and protect future generations of Americans.