Washington, DC – Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21), Chair of the Democratic Women’s Working Group (DWWG), issued the following statement after the text of the PRIVATE Act passed as part of the 2018 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The PRIVATE Act is bipartisan legislation that makes it illegal for military members to share explicit photos of others without consent. This… Read more »

Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement in honor of Veterans Day, observed Saturday, November 11. “Today we honor the veterans who have selflessly served our nation and fought for our freedoms. As a proud mother of a U.S. Marine war veteran, I understand the sacrifices those in uniform make and I will never stop advocating for their well-being. We must make sure all… Read more »

Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) issued the following statement after voting against the Republican reauthorization of the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), a successful 20-year old program that provides health insurance to low-income children. “Republicans are playing deadly politics with a program that keeps nine million low-income children and… Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, members of the Bipartisan Congressional Caucus for Women’s Issues joined the First Lady of Afghanistan, Rula Ghani; Former First Lady Laura Bush; U.S. Afghan Council members and House Foreign Affairs Committee members for an off the record discussion surrounding the challenges and opportunities… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-21) took to the House floor to oppose the newly released Republican Tax Plan.   Below, please find Rep. Frankel’s full remarks.   “Mr. Speaker, I stand against Republican efforts to give massive tax cuts to the wealthiest citizens and big corporations, while robbing the pockets of middle-class families and ransacking… Read more »

Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) issued the following statement after at least eight people were killed and fifteen injured in a horrific attack in lower Manhattan today: “I join New Yorkers and all Americans in standing resolute and strong in the face of terror. While we wait for the full details, we thank the first responders for their courageous and quick… Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) issued the following statement after voting against the Republican budget proposal, which paves the way for the Billionaires-First tax plan: “Republicans just passed a budget that sells out seniors, children, veterans, and hard-working families to give a windfall of tax cuts to Trump’s billionaire and millionaire cronies. This… Read more »

WEST PALM BEACH, FL -- Today Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) issued the following statement in response to President Trump declaring the opioid crisis a public health emergency:   "President Trump's opioid announcement is all show, no money. Nearly 50,000 Americans died in 2016 from opioid or heroin overdoses and the number of overdose deaths has quadrupled since 2000. The… Read more »

Washington, DC – October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Today, members of Congress stood on the steps of the Capitol during Breast Cancer Awareness Month to raise awareness of a disease that impacts too many Americans. Representatives Lois Frankel (D-FL) and Susan Brooks (R-IN), co-chairs of the Congressional Caucus for… Read more »

West Palm Beach, FL – October 18, 2017 – Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) issued the following statement in response to long lines and disorganization at Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) locations in South Florida. D-SNAP provides short-term food assistance for families recovering from a disaster. Registration is currently being offered at three locations in… Read more »