117th Congress
Today, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) introduced the Paycheck Fairness Act as an amendment during a U.S. House of Representatives Education and Workforce Committee hearing. The Paycheck Fairness Act provides women with the ability to fight wage discrimination and closes loopholes that have allowed employers to avoid taking responsibility for discriminatory pay. This bill demands equal pay for equal work.
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement on the escalation of violence in Israel:
"Israel has the right to defend herself and her people against Hamas' attacks. Israel made every effort to reach a cease-fire but Hamas rejected these efforts and has continued launching rockets targeted at Israeli civilians while shielding themselves within the Palestinian population. I condemn Hamas' actions and I am deeply saddened by the loss of life on both sides of the conflict.
Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement on the extension of negotiations with Iran:
"I am concerned about the extension of the P5+1 nuclear negotiations. While an extension of discussions is preferable to a bad deal, it is unacceptable that Iran will continue to enjoy sanctions relief without making any new concessions," said Congresswoman Wilson.
MIAMI - Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued this statement today as the nation marks the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964:
"Today, we commemorate the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This landmark piece of legislation, outlawing racial discrimination and segregation, broke down barriers and opened doors of opportunity for all Americans.
Miami, FL - Today, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) released the following statement in wake of the death of 18-year-old Michael Brown and the violent clashes with peaceful protestors and law enforcement in Ferguson, Missouri:
"I am tired of burying young black boys. I am tired of watching them suffer at the hands of those who fear them and despise them.
"I am tired of comforting mothers, fathers, grandparents, sisters and brothers after such unnecessary, heinous crimes of violence.
MIAMI - Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued this statement today following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision that allows for-profit corporations with religious objections to opt out of covering contraception under the Affordable Care Act:
"This decision is yet another attack on Americans' ability to make their own health decisions and strips an element of women's comprehensive healthcare.
"Health care decisions are deeply personal. Employers should not have the right to limit the health choices of their employees, male or female."
Miami, FL- Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement today as police investigate the discovery of two Molotov cocktails found Wednesday night near a shattered window at Missouri Congressman Emanuel Cleaver's district office in Kansas City.
The incident comes in the wake of protests and the federal investigation into the death of 18 year-old Michael Brown, a black teenager, who was shot and killed by a white, Ferguson, Missouri, police officer.
Miami, FL - Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) released the following statement in observance of World AIDS Day:
"As we observe World AIDS Day and remember the devastating toll HIV/AIDS has had on our communities and honor those who've lost their lives to the disease, I urge everyone to take this opportunity to learn the facts about HIV/AIDS prevention, testing and research.
Congresswoman Wilson (FL-24) issued the following statement regarding the murder of international journalist and Pinecrest, Florida native, Steven Sotloff. Sotloff was captured by the terrorist group ISIL on August 4, 2013. Sotloff had been working as a freelance journalist and had covered the Arab Spring for almost two years just before his capture.
Congresswoman Wilson made the following statement: