In the 117th Congress, the House Democratic Majority led one of the most productive sessions in over 50 years. We passed the American Rescue Plan, the Infrastructure Law, the CHIPS and Science Act, the PACT Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act, among 362 other public laws.

Now, the 118th Congress led by Republicans is rooted in dysfunction and inability to govern. The House must work with President Joe Biden and the Senate Democratic Majority to pass a bipartisan budget, a supplemental budget for disaster relief, Ukraine, Israel, and border security funding, a Farm Bill, and reauthorization of the FAA this term.

We will require vision, hard work, and compromise to meet the moment.

Don’t forget! Affordable, reliable healthcare coverage is STILL available at HealthCare.gov. This year, 4 out of 5 Americans can find plans for less than $10 a month!

You have until Tuesday, January 16 to enroll in a plan for 2024.

We are thrilled that the Environmental Protection Agency has granted Orange County Public Schools $5 million to purchase 20 electric school buses through their Clean School Bus Program.

This program is aimed at replacing older diesel engines with low- and zero-emission buses to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and ensure cleaner air for students.

Honored to work with the U.S. Department of Defense and Osceola County to deliver an up to $289 million Cornerstone Award for NeoCity.

We will develop advanced aerospace/defense microchips to protect the homeland, advance American space and defense leadership, and create local high-paying jobs.

In the Energy and Commerce Communications and Technology Subcommittee, we discussed the importance of passing internet privacy laws and strengthening U.S. cybersecurity. Telecommunications is critical infrastructure, and the government must protect consumers from potential data breaches and cyberattacks.

The Everglades Caucus met with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the South Florida Water Management District to discuss Florida priorities in the upcoming Water Resources Development Act. Millions rely on this water resource. We are requesting restoration projects for Boggy Creek, the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes, and Lake Conway to protect clean water, promote recreation, and preserve wildlife.

We then had the opportunity to sit down with the South Florida Water Management District in our office to discuss our work to restore Shingle Creek, Big Lake Toho, and the Northern Everglades for clean water, flood control, recreation, and wildlife preservation.

We had our first Coffee with the Congressman event of 2024 at Coffee for the Soul in Lake Nona. We joined local leaders to discuss I-4 and Boggy Creek Road expansions, new tech jobs in simulation and AVs, securing Coast Guard JROTC for Innovation High School, affordable housing, and more. It is crucial for us to connect with members of our community to share our progress and hear new ideas.

We had the opportunity to visit Harmony High School to share highlights of my time in public service. I also answered questions about our Constitution, major jobs and conservation projects we’re delivering, Venezuela TPS, and internship opportunities. Central Florida's future is bright!

We visited our Kissimmee Main Street and had an informative discussion about their upcoming events and new opportunities shaping our downtown. Our office understands how important small businesses are to our local economy, and we will continue to support Kissimmee Main Street as they strive to unite our community.

Team Soto is hard at work in our district connecting with the community. We are here to serve FL-09 and are grateful for the opportunity to do so.

Team Soto is here to help! We are holding weekly office hours at the Poinciana Branch Library on Mondays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stop by to see how we can help you resolve issues with federal agencies or obtain federal benefits.

We are also holding weekly office hours at the Buenaventura Lakes Library on Wednesdays from 1 — 5 p.m.

American manufacturing is back and stronger than ever. Thanks to the Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act, we're witnessing job creation and increased investment across the country and right here in Central Florida.

El Presidente Biden y los Democratas estamos invirtiendo en Estados Unidos e implementando niveles históricos de inversiones públicas y privadas gracias a la Ley de Infraestructura.

We secured an extension of the special health care enrollment period from March 31, 2023, through July 31, 2024 for those affected by the end of pandemic-related Medicaid continuous coverage.

Toxic-exposed veterans in Central Florida deserve to access all their rightfully earned benefits without issue.

For more information, visit VA.gov/PACT or call 1-800-698-2411.

There has been an increase in PACT Act-related email, phone, and social media scams targeting veterans by offering to submit claims on their behalf. Click here to learn more.

Veterans can receive no-cost emergency mental health care at VA or non-VA healthcare facilities. Veterans can use this benefit whether or not they are enrolled in the VA system. This policy will save lives.

During the 117th Congress, House Democrats passed the Inflation Reduction Act. Now, millions of seniors no longer have to ration their insulin because they can’t afford it.

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