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Reps. Frankel, Waltz, Bilirakis Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Boost Student Veteran Success

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Washington, DC – Today, Representatives Lois Frankel (D-FL-22), Michael Waltz (R-FL-06), Gus Bilirakis (R-FL-12) reintroduced a bill to promote Student Veteran Centers at universities and colleges across the nation to help student veterans transitioning from military to student life. Identical companion legislation has been introduced in the Senate by Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and Marco…

Reps. Frankel, Bilirakis Lead Resolution Honoring Korean War Veterans

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Washington, DC – This Veterans Day, Representatives Lois Frankel (FL-21) and Gus Bilirakis (FL-12) introduced a resolution acknowledging the courage and sacrifice of veterans of the Korean War and the Korean Defense Veterans. “Veterans of the Korean War fought hard for freedom and democracy, and it’s our honor to introduce this resolution today—on Veterans Day—recognizing their brave…

Rep. Frankel Highlights Signing of Law Bolstering Veterans’ Health Care

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President Biden Signs Honoring Our PACT Act, a Frankel Priority, Into Law West Palm Beach, FL – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21), member of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, released the following statement after President Biden signed the Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act into law. “As the mother of a US Marine war veteran, I know the…

Rep. Frankel Statement on House Passage of Funding Bills that Invest in Clean Energy, Affordable Housing

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Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement after the House voted to pass H.R. 8294, a six-bill funding package for Fiscal Year 2023. “This legislation will help us build a better America with new investments in clean energy and affordable housing, assistance for working families, and so much more,” said Rep. Frankel. “Specifically for…

Frankel Priorities Advancing Gender Equality Included in National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023

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Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2023, a strong, bipartisan bill that strengthens America’s national security, upholds our values, supports our service members and their families, and advances our leadership around the world. “This bill promotes women’s safety and…

Frankel Champions Seniors’ Health, Veterans, Women’s Health in Appropriations Bill

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With Critical Frankel Priorities Included, Labor-HHS-Education Appropriations Bill Heads to House Floor for Final Passage Washington, DC – Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-21), a member of the House Appropriations Committee, released the following statement after helping pass the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (LHHS) funding bill for Fiscal Year…

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 Votes to Pass 13 Bipartisan Bills to Support Veterans

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Washington, DC – This week, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement after the House passed 13 bipartisan bills that will support veterans. “Service members returning to civilian life should have an opportunity for success,” said Rep. Frankel. “The bills passed this week will expand access for veterans, and their families, to quality education and health…

Frankel Provisions Advancing Women Included in National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022

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West Palm Beach, FL – Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) voted to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2022, a strong, bipartisan bill that strengthens America’s national security, upholds our values, supports our servicemembers and their families, and advances our leadership around the world. Importantly, the bill includes key Frankel provisions to…

Rep. Frankel Statement on Passage of Build Back Better Budget Resolution

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Today, Congresswoman Lois Frankel (FL-21) released the following statement after voting to advance President Biden’s Build Back Better Plan. “Today’s vote paves the way for President Biden’s Build Back Better plan, a transformative agenda that will deliver more jobs, tax cuts for working families, and lower costs for everyday Americans,” said Rep. Frankel. “The legislation…