Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-21), released the following statement after the most recent COVID relief bill, the American Rescue Plan, passed the House of Representatives. “This past year has tested us like never before—the COVID-19 pandemic has destroyed lives and livelihoods, leaving many Americans grieving for their loved ones and worrying about how to put food on the table,” said Rep. Frankel. “The good news is help is on the way. The American Rescue Plan will crush this virus, retu... Read more

Today, 54 Members, led by Democratic Women’s Caucus (DWC) Co-Chairs Congresswomen Jackie Speier (CA-14), Lois Frankel (FL-21), and Brenda Lawrence (MI-14), Vice Chair Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16), and Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) sent a letter calling on President Biden to include $100 billion in reconciliation packages to not only stabilize child care for families and early educators, but also lay the groundwork for moving toward universal child care and early learning. “[E]... Read more

Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-21) issued the following statement after voting for the bipartisan, bicameral emergency coronavirus relief and government funding package, which passed the House this evening. Once it passes the Senate it will go to the President's desk for signature. “The COVID-19 pandemic and economic crisis have made this year painful for so many: over 315,000 families have lost loved ones, millions of workers have lost their jobs, and countless households are unable to make ends ... Read more

Today, Democratic Women’s Caucus (DWC) Co-Chairs Representatives Jackie Speier (CA-14), Lois Frankel (FL-21), and Brenda Lawrence (MI-14), and Vice Chairs Congresswomen Veronica Escobar (TX-16) and Deb Haaland (NM-01), were joined by Congressional LGBTQ+ Equality Caucus Co-Chairs Representatives David Cicilline (RI-01), Angie Craig (MN-02), Sharice Davids (KS-03), Sean Patrick Maloney (NY-18), Chris Pappas (NH-01), Mark Pocan (WI-02), and Mark Takano (CA-41) in leading 24 members and 2 members-e... 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. In addition to funding our military, the bill includes provisions Frankel advocated for to advance women’s participation in national security forces both in the U.S. and globally. “Increasing women’s participation in peace and security efforts i... Read more

Today, the Democratic Women’s Caucus (DWC) announced the results of their leadership elections for the 117th Congress. Congresswomen Jackie Speier (CA-14), Lois Frankel (FL-21), and Brenda Lawrence (MI-14) were re-elected to serve as Co-Chairs and Congresswomen Veronica Escobar (TX-16) and Deb Haaland (NM-01) were re-elected to serve as Vice Chairs. For the 117th Congress, the DWC will introduce a new Freshman Representative position. The Freshman Representative will be decided by the incoming c... Read more

For eligible persons who have not received the Economic Impact Payment (EIP), also known as a stimulus check, of $1,200, November 21st is the final day to apply for it. The CARES Act, which passed in March, guarantees a $1,200 EIP to every American with an income of up to $75,000, tapering off at $99,000, as well as $500 per dependent under the age of 17. Most Americans received their EIP automatically. Americans who have yet to receive their EIP, most likely because they do not normally file a ... Read more

Today, Co-Chairs of the bipartisan Women, Peace and Security Caucus (WPS) Representatives Lois Frankel (FL-21) and Michael Waltz (FL-06) were joined by 23 members to introduce a House Resolution commemorating the 20th anniversary of the landmark UN Security Council Resolution 1325, which established the women, peace, and security agenda by recognizing the relationship between gender equality and long-term peace and security. The resolution reaffirms the United States’ commitment to global leader... Read more

Today, Representative Lois Frankel (FL-21) issued the following statement after Judge Amy Coney Barrett was confirmed to the Supreme Court by the U.S. Senate: “Trump and Republicans have stalled on critical COVID relief, yet raced to install a justice to the Supreme Court who threatens health care for millions. Make no mistake: by voting to confirm Judge Amy Coney Barrett, the Senate voted to dismantle health care, women’s rights, workers’ rights and voting rights, and to set back progress for a... Read more

On Monday, October 19, 2020, Co-Chairs of the Democratic Women’s Caucus (DWC) Representatives Brenda Lawrence (MI-14), Lois Frankel (FL-21), Jackie Speier (CA-14), and Vice Chairs Representatives Veronica Escobar (TX-16) and Deb Haaland (NM-01), joined by House Democratic Caucus Vice Chair Representative Katherine Clark, Co-Chair of the House Democratic Policy and Communications Committee Representative Debbie Dingell, and Co-Chair of the Democratic Steering and Policy Committee Representative R... Read more