West Palm Beach, FL – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement announcing the availability of new, more affordable over-the-counter hearing aids hitting local and online pharmacies and stores this week.
“Hearing loss can be isolating and dangerous, and it’s a common problem in the United States, especially among seniors,” said Rep. Frankel.… Read more »
West Palm Beach, FL—Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement in response to reports a 15-year-old survivor of incest was denied abortion care due to Florida’s severe restrictions on access to abortion, even for victims of rape and incest. The young patient was forced to travel at least two states away to receive care, according to Planned Parenthood.
“I… Read more »
West Palm Beach, FL—Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement after the Social Security Administration announced that starting in January, Social Security benefits will increase by 8.7 percent, an average of more than $140 per month per beneficiary. This is the largest increase of Social Security benefits in 40 years.
“Millions of older adults in Florida… Read more »
West Palm Beach, FL – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21), released the following statement after President Biden and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced on Friday that Palm Beach County residents are now eligible for Individual Assistance disaster relief.
“I am thankful to President Biden for keeping his promise to assist those who suffered losses caused by… Read more »
Speak Out Act Empowers Survivors to Take a Stand Against Sexual Assault, Harassment
Washington, DC – Today, Representatives Lois Frankel (D-FL-21) and Ken Buck (R-CO-04), joined by House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerrold Nadler (D-NY-10), House Judiciary Antitrust, Commercial, and Administrative Law Subcommittee Chairman David Cicilline (D-RI-01) and Vice Chair Pramila Jayapal… Read more »
Washington, DC – Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement after voting to pass the Continuing Appropriations and Ukraine Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2023 which prevents a government shutdown by extending funding for critical education, health, housing, and public safety programs through December 16th. This legislation authorizes billions… Read more »
Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21), released the following statement in response to a reduction in premiums for Medicare Part B and Medicare Advantage for 2023. For the first time in more than a decade, monthly premiums will decrease instead of going up.
“Lower Medicare premiums are great news for millions of seniors and people with disabilities,” said Rep.… Read more »
West Palm Beach, FL – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) highlighted a new report from the U.S. Department of Education estimating that 2.4 million borrowers across Florida are eligible for help under the Biden Administration’s student debt relief plan. Last month, President Biden announced that the federal government will provide historic, targeted assistance to millions of… Read more »
Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21), released the following statement after voting for the Presidential Election Reform Act (PERA) to preserve the integrity of presidential elections by putting in place stronger and more specific procedures by which Congress certifies election results.
“January 6th was a dark day for America and showed us that we cannot take… Read more »
Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21), released the following statement after voting for a package of bills that give law enforcement the tools they need to prevent crime and create healthier, more sustainable relationships with the communities they serve.
“American families want to be safe in their communities,” said Rep. Frankel. “Today, we’re providing… Read more »
