Today, Co-Chairs of the Democratic Women’s Caucus (DWC) Representatives Brenda L. Lawrence (MI-14), Lois Frankel (FL-21), Jackie Speier (CA-14), and Vice Chairs Representatives Veronica Escobar (TX-16) and Deb Haaland (NM-01) released the following statement to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment:
“Today marks the 100th anniversary of the adoption of the 19th… Read more »
Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-21) issued the following statement after voting to pass the Delivering for America Act.
“The Postal Service is a pillar of our democracy, enshrined in the Constitution and essential for providing critical services for South Floridians: delivering prescriptions, Social Security benefits, paychecks, tax returns and vote-by-mail ballots to… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) announced the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) is awarding Palm Tran $50,701,790 in CARES Act funding.
“Palm Tran is a vital public transportation service here in Palm Beach County,” said Rep. Frankel. “This critical funding will be used to make sure that Palm Tran is able to continue to operate safely for the commuters who have come to rely… Read more »
Today, Co-Chairs of the Democratic Women’s Caucus (DWC) Congresswomen Jackie Speier (CA-14), Lois Frankel (FL-21) and Brenda L. Lawrence (MI-14), and Vice Chairs Congresswomen Veronica Escobar (TX-16) and Deb Haaland (NM-01), sent a letter to Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy urging him to swiftly condemn the misogynistic comments made by Members of his party and maintain the decorum that is… Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) announced the Department of Education is awarding Palm Beach State College (PBSC) $556,613 in grants to support students.
“All students in South Florida deserve access to high quality education regardless of background,” said Rep. Frankel. “These grants will help students overcome hurdles so they have every opportunity to succeed.”
Student… Read more »
Today, Co-Chairs of the Democratic Women’s Caucus (DWC) Congresswomen Jackie Speier (CA-14), Lois Frankel (FL-21) and Brenda L. Lawrence (MI-14), and Vice Chairs Congresswomen Veronica Escobar (TX-16) and Deb Haaland (NM-01) along with Speaker Nancy Pelosi sent a letter signed by 100 U.S. women lawmakers and current and former legislators from around the world, to Facebook Chief Executive… Read more »
Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-21), member of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement after voting to pass the final funding bill package of fiscal year 2021.
“This spending package invests For the People, providing strong funding for programs that expand opportunities for every person in every corner of the nation and responding to the COVID-19… Read more »
Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-21), member of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement after voting to pass the first funding bill package of fiscal year 2021.
“Families in South Florida know we need investments that expand opportunities for every American,” said Rep. Frankel. “This spending package includes big wins for South Florida, like funding for… Read more »
Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-21) issued the following statement in response to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s announcement that he will not have a final COVID-19 response package until at least next week. This months-long Republican delay guarantees that this weekend, millions of Americans that rely upon Unemployment Insurance will see their federal benefits… Read more »
Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-21) voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2021, a strong, bipartisan bill that honors America’s values, strengthens our security, and advances America’s leadership in the world.
The bill includes a Frankel provision to advance women’s participation in national security forces both in the U.S. and globally. The… Read more »
