Today, Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Rep. Lois Frankel (D-FL), Rep. David Schweikert (R-AZ), Rep. Ted Deutch (D-FL), and Rep. Jim Himes (D-CT) introduced the Visa Transparency Anti-Trafficking Act to prevent human trafficking by bringing more openness to foreign temporary worker visas.
“The bipartisan legislation we introduced today will help bring the scourge of human… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-22) announced that the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center (VAMC) will receive additional federal funding, if needed, to meet current demands.
“Our veterans have served our country honorably – it’s now time for us to serve them,” Frankel said. “Additional funding will allow the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center to continue providing high… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-22), a member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, issued the following statement on the Department of Transportation’s recent approval for Ireland-based carrier Norwegian Air International to operate long-haul flights to and from the United States.
“Norwegian Air International should not be permitted to operate in the United… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-22), member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following statement in response to the bus bombing attack in Jerusalem.
“No one should ever have to fear for their life during their evening commute. I stand strongly with our ally, Israel, in solidarity, and my thoughts are with the victims and their loved ones.”
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Recently, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-22) visited Jordan, Iraq, and Tunisia to engage with key diplomatic and military leaders spearheading the fight against ISIL. Frankel traveled to these countries to better inform her work on the House Foreign Affairs Committee and Middle East and North Africa Subcommittee.
“Terrorism and financial hardship grip the Middle East,” Frankel… Read more »
Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-22) has called for Congress to increase investment to $42.7 million in Fiscal Year 2017 for the development of a new Joint U.S.-Israel Anti-tunnel Defense Program. This cooperative U.S.-Israel protection system is a response to underground tunnel networks from Gaza to Israel used by terrorist groups to stage attacks against Israelis.
“Israel is constantly… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-22) joined her colleagues in voting to reauthorize the Older Americans Act (OAA). Originally passed in 1965, OAA is the primary law covering support and nutrition services for America’s seniors and their caregivers.
“Our parents and grandparents have nurtured and protected us, now it’s our turn to do the same for them,” Frankel said. “The Older… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel’s (FL-22) proposal that would save Florida taxpayers nearly $35 million and protect local government budgets passed the House of Representatives.
During the 2004 and 2005 Florida hurricane seasons, the state was hit by Charley, Frances, Jeanne, Wilma, and Katrina. FEMA provided money to local governments through the Public Assistance program for approved… Read more »
Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22), member of the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus, announced her participation in the Caucus’ LGBT Aging Issues Task Force. The bipartisan task force was formed to advance the dignity and security of older Americans who identify as LGBT.
“The struggle for equality doesn’t stop at retirement,” Frankel said. “LGBT seniors face unique and… Read more »
This week, the House of Representatives unanimously passed a provision authored by Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-22) to honor American veterans disabled for life. According to the Department of Veterans’ Affairs, at least 3.6 million veterans currently live with a service-related disability.
“America’s disabled veterans have honored us with their service and selfless duty,” Frankel said.… Read more »
