“For far too long, the young girls abused by Jeffrey Epstein were failed at every turn—by a justice system that minimized their suffering, and, shamefully, by Palm Beach County prosecutors who treated them as if they were the criminals,” said Rep. Frankel. “That’s why today I was proud to vote to force the release of the Epstein files. No more secrecy. No more excuses. The American people deserve ... Read More »
Today, Representatives Lois Frankel (D-FL-22) and María Elvira Salazar (R-FL-27) introduced a bipartisan resolution recognizing November 10 - 16, 2025, as National Caregiving Youth Week. The resolution honors the contributions and commitment of children and adolescents under 18 years who serve as primary or secondary caregivers for a loved one who is aging, has a chronic illness, disability, frail... Read More »
Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement after passage of the Republican spending bill. “I voted no because this Republican spending bill leaves working families sicker and poorer while making health care more expensive for everyone,” said Rep. Frankel. “Millions of Americans—their budgets already stretched to the limit—will see their health insurance premiums skyrocket, f... Read More »
“Let me be clear. I do not support the legislation being pushed by the Republican-controlled Senate that would leave millions of Americans without access to affordable health care and pile even more pressure on already-stretched family budgets,” said Rep. Frankel. “I will continue to stand with like-minded colleagues in the House and Senate to fight for a health care system where no one has to cho... Read More »
"In 2017, President Trump signed the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Act into law with broad bipartisan support, reaffirming America’s leadership in advancing women’s participation, protection, and empowerment worldwide. The law requires the Administration to submit regular reports to Congress detailing how it is carrying out this national-security mandate. This year’s report was due on October 3... Read More »
Today, Rep. Lois Frankel released the following statement after Speaker Emerita Pelosi announced she will not seek re-election in 2026. “I have had the honor and privilege to serve in Congress with Nancy Pelosi for the past 12 plus years. She has been a mentor, friend and role model for me," said Rep. Frankel. “Her grace, courage, perseverance, and compassion have uplifted millions of lives. She w... Read More »
Today, Representative Lois Frankel, joined by all Florida House Democrats, sent a letter to Governor Ron DeSantis and Attorney General James Uthmeier urging them to join 26 states in a lawsuit challenging the Trump Administration’s refusal to release $6 billion in contingency funds for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during the ongoing government shutdown. The lawsuit also cal... Read More »
Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-22) announced that she has requested a briefing from the United States Secret Service on newly implemented year-round flight restrictions established for presidential safety concerns and to discuss ways to lessen their impact on local residents and travelers. Under these new restrictions, aircraft taking off and landing at Palm Beach International Airport mus... Read More »
Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement as the hostages in Hamas’ captivity were released. “After more than two years of devastating captivity, the twenty remaining living Israeli hostages were released from Gaza, bringing profound relief and joy for their families and so many,” said Rep. Frankel. “Gratitude goes to the President and all whose cumulative efforts made this... Read More »
Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement following reports that Israel and Hamas have signed off on the “first phase” of a Gaza peace plan. “My heart is full of hope and joy that after more than two years of devastating war, the remaining hostages held by Hamas may finally return home and the fighting will end,” said Rep. Frankel. “May this moment lead to lasting peace, se... Read More »
“Today, we mark a solemn and heartbreaking anniversary—two years since Hamas terrorists carried out the deadliest assault on the Jewish people since the Holocaust,” said Rep. Frankel. “On October 7, 2023, the world watched in horror as Hamas murdered, raped, and maimed more than 1,200 innocent people, injured thousands more, and abducted 251 hostages. Today, 48 hostages remain in Hamas’s dark tunn... Read More »
Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement in response to the proposal the White House released yesterday in an attempt to end the Hamas-Israel war: “On October 7, 2023, Hamas launched a war on Israel with a horrific attack. This has resulted in unimaginable violence and suffering for innocent Israelis and Palestinians alike. With that said, I welcome the President’s proposa... Read More »
Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement on the looming government shutdown: “It’s reckless that Republicans would rather shut down the government than work with Democrats to keep our government open and keep health care affordable. The Republican funding bill would leave more than 4 million Floridians—and millions more across the country—facing skyrocketing health care co... Read More »
September is National Falls Prevention Awareness Month, and Reps. Lois Frankel (D-FL-22), Seth Magaziner (D-RI-02), and Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ-06) are marking it by introducing the bipartisan FASTER Act—a bill to keep older adults safe at home by funding fire department safety visits, simple upgrades like grab bars, and connections to lifesaving community resources. “Falls send 3 million older Ameri... Read More »
Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement in response to reports that Gov. DeSantis plans to eliminate vaccinate mandates in Florida—making Florida the first state to do so. “Eliminating vaccine requirements is reckless and dangerous. It puts everyone at risk, especially endangering children, seniors, and those with weakened immune systems,” said Rep. Frankel. “It threatens... Read More »
