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Rep. Frankel Opposes Republican Default Package

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Extreme MAGA Legislation Will Devastate Everyday Americans Washington, DC – Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement after opposing the Republicans’ default plan. “Make no mistake, extremists in this Congress are trying to hold us hostage,” said Rep. Frankel. “Republicans have given us a ransom note: Choose between wrecking our economy or wrecking…

Rep. Frankel Opposes Proposed Republican Budget Cuts that Endanger the Public, Slash Senior Benefits, Child Care

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West Palm Beach, FL – Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement in response to proposed budget cuts by Republicans in Congress. The Biden Administration reports that the Republican proposal would have devastating impacts on the American people. “House Republicans have proposed budget cuts that would cause irreparable damage to families across the…

Rep. Frankel Statement in Support of Biden Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Request

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Washington, DC – Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement in support of President Biden’s fiscal year 2024 (FY24) budget proposal. Rep. Frankel is a member of the Appropriations Committee, which is responsible for crafting the federal government’s annual budget and reflecting the priorities and values of the nation.  “President Biden puts people…

Rep. Frankel Statement on Disaster Relief

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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…

Rep. Frankel: 2.4 Million Floridians to Benefit from Historic Student Debt Relief

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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…

Rep. Frankel Statement on Congress Passage of Bill to Lower Costs & Power American Economic Independence

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Washington, DC—Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement after the House voted to pass the CHIPS and Science Act, which will lower costs for American families, end our dependence on foreign -made semiconductors, and boost American research and development to ensure our economic and national security for generations to come. “With families across the…

Democrats Working to Lower Costs

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Washington, DC – This week, House Democrats passed two major bills to lower costs for families. The Lower Food & Fuel Costs Act is a package of bipartisan bills to lower prices for America’s families in the grocery aisle and at the gas pump by giving America’s farmers and ranchers the support they need to thrive. The Ocean Shipping Reform Act gives the Federal Maritime Commission new…

Rep. Frankel Votes on Bills Addressing Baby Formula Shortage

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Washington DC – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement after voting on two bills to address the baby formula shortage. “As a grandmother, I understand the importance of keeping our babies well-nourished and content,” said Rep. Frankel. “That’s why I joined House Democrats to take action to ensure parents and guardians can find safe,…

Rep. Frankel Announces Special Opportunity for Low-Income Residents to Sign Up for Health Care

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Washington, DC – Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-21), announced a new opportunity for low-income individuals to sign-up for Affordable Care Act plans through the end of 2022.  “More than ever before, it is important that we keep ourselves and our neighbors healthy,” said Rep. Frankel. “Thanks to funding from the American Rescue Plan, low-income residents who do not have…

Reps. Frankel Statement on Biden Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Request

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Washington, DC – Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-21), member of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following statement in response to President Biden’s fiscal year 2023 (FY23) budget proposal. “President Biden is committed to building a better America for the people, and his FY23 budget proposal lays the groundwork for how we’ll continue to work toward this…