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Jewish Members Issue Statement Responding to Offensive Comments by Amnesty International USA's Executive Director

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Washington, D.C. - Today, in an act of unanimity, all 25 Jewish Democratic Members of Congress issued the following statement in response to reported comments made by Amnesty International USA’s executive director. The statement was issued jointly by Reps. Auchincloss, Bonamici, Cicilline, Cohen, Deutch, Frankel, Gottheimer, Jacobs, Levin (CA), Levin (MI), Lowenthal, Luria, Manning,…

Nuremberg Prosecutor, International Human Rights Champion Celebrates 102nd Birthday

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West Palm Beach, FL – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement wishing Ben Ferencz, the last living Nuremberg prosecutor and advocate for human rights across the globe, a happy 102nd birthday. Last year, Frankel introduced a bill to award Ferencz, a Palm Beach County resident, the Congressional Gold Medal, along with Reps. Joe Wilson (R-SC-02), Ted Deutch…

Frankel Announces Millions in Funding for Local Projects

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Washington, DC – Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-21), a member of the House Appropriations Committee, announced funding for nine local community projects included in the Federal Fiscal Year 2022 spending bill. “I’m happy to report that several important local projects were included in this year’s budget, at my request,” said Rep. Frankel. “These programs range from improving local…

Reps. Frankel Votes for Funding Bills that Build a Better America

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Washington, DC – Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-21) issued the following statement after voting for a collection of funding bills for FY 2022. “I am proud of this government funding legislation that delivers transformative federal investments that lower the cost of living for working families, create good-paying American jobs, and uplift our seniors and veterans,” said Rep.…

Rep. Frankel Votes to Honor America’s Promise to Toxic-Exposed Veterans

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Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement after the House voted to pass the Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act of 2021. “When we send our troops to war, we must care for their health when they return,” said Rep. Frankel. “Today, the House of Representatives upheld this commitment by passing the Honoring…

Rep. Frankel Announces Availability of $1.4 Billion in Grants for Clean Buses Through Infrastructure Law

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West Palm Beach, FL – Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-21) announced the availability of approximately $1.47 billion in competitive grant funds available to help modernize bus fleets and facilities across the country, including in Palm Beach County. This new funding will help support good-paying jobs and help reduce carbon emissions, leading to cleaner air, healthier communities,…

WHPA House Leads' Statement on Senate’s Historic Vote to Protect Abortion Access, Blocked by Republicans

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Washington, D.C. – For the first time ever, the Senate today voted to make access to abortion care a federally protected right. The Women’s Health Protection Act, introduced by Rep. Judy Chu (D-CA), Lois Frankel (D-FL), Ayanna Pressley (D-MA), and Veronica Escobar (D-TX) in the House and Sens. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) in the Senate would guarantee equal access to…

Rep. Frankel Statement on President Biden’s State of the Union Address

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Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement in response to President Biden’s first State of the Union address. “President Biden and Democrats are building a better America and standing up for our values at home and abroad,” said Rep. Frankel. “We’ve already witnessed historic economic growth under the Biden-Harris Administration, including…

Rep. Frankel Statement on Rep. Deutch Announcement to Not Seek Re-election

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West Palm Beach, FL – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement in response to Rep. Ted Deutch (FL-22) announcing he will not seek re-election. “Ted Deutch is my long-time friend and neighbor, and a true champion for the South Florida community,” said Rep. Frankel. “In Congress, he has a been leading force for the U.S.-Israel relationship, gun…

Rep. Frankel Statement on Russian Invasion of Ukraine, Biden Administration Response

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West Palm Beach, FL – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement in support of President Biden’s announcement of further sanctions and export controls against Russia in response to its invasion of Ukraine. The sanctions, which were announced following the President’s meeting with G7 leaders, will be implemented in coordination with NATO and allies from…