House Democrats continue to stay united behind Leader Hakeem Jeffries in charting a bipartisan path forward in the Speaker race. We must come together to continue our important work in Congress for the good of the nation.

It was an honor to celebrate the end of Hispanic Heritage Month at the White House. I'm proud to work with the Biden-Harris Administration, including Team Soto alumni like Sol Ortega, a White House Hispanic Outreach Director, on jobs, education, healthcare, environment, immigration, and so much more to improve the quality of life of Latinos across our nation. 

Many components of AI are awe-inspiring, but it can also be disruptive as we're seeing in the entertainment industry and various parts of our economy. In the Energy and Commerce Innovation, Data, and Commerce Subcommittee, we had actor and writer Clark Gregg testify on the harms posed by AI. I reiterated my support for SAG-AFTRA workers and their right to fair wages. I am also working to protect Orlando theme park performers and production workers, as well as promote digital twin development at the University of Central Florida in Lake Nona.

It was great to meet with students from the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches program in Polk County. For over 60 years, they have been offering at-risk youth nationally recognized services through a statewide network of residential campuses and summer camps.

We met with AARP Florida to discuss efforts to protect Social Security and Medicare, help family caregivers, and work to secure funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program to help seniors access the internet. Proud to collaborate with AARP to help improve the quality of life for seniors in Florida.

We had members of the Florida League of Cities in D.C. to discuss important issues affecting Floridians. We're working together to improve telecommunications infrastructure, find solutions to PFAS management, protect families against flooding, upgrade roads, and more.

It was an honor to participate in a UnidosUS roundtable to discuss the importance of homeownership and the need for more affordable housing for the Hispanic community. As more families move to Central Florida, we’re committed to working with local organizations to address these challenges and make our district a more affordable place to live.

I met with local Jewish community leaders and the Anti-Defamation League to reiterate my support after the heinous attacks on Israel by Hamas terrorists and the recent wave of antisemitic incidents in Central Florida. We also condemn Islamophobic actions seen across the nation. We must stand against all forms of hate.

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.

Military Service Academy applications are due Friday, October 27, 2023, at 5 p.m. EDT.

Middle and high school students in the district who are interested in creating an app can learn more at here and submit their applications by November 1.

Thanks to funds allocated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Orange County will receive over $219 million to address damages associated with Hurricane Ian.

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 new policy will save lives.

Last year, House Democrats passed the Inflation Reduction Act. This year, millions of seniors will no longer have to ration their insulin because they can’t afford it. As of July 1, 2023, Americans on Medicare Part B can see their insulin copays capped at $35 per month.

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