We are proud to introduce the bipartisan REBATE Act to allow Florida families access to over $346 million in rebates to save money on energy-efficient appliances and homes. We passed the Inflation Reduction Act and Infrastructure Law to benefit working families and improve our nation for future generations. In Florida, there is bipartisan support for funding these programs. We refuse to let a politically-motivated veto get in the way.

Tonight, we may see a record 67th rocket launch from Cape Canaveral. In the Energy and Commerce Committee, we passed our Launch Communications Act to streamline FCC permits for commercial launches to support American space leadership. We are also working to protect affordable internet for all Americans and ensure a secure national network.

The Regional Leadership Council met with EPA Administrator Michael Regan discussed how President Biden's Investing in America agenda is addressing environmental injustice in hundreds of impacted communities. We have secured over $500 million in federal loans to secure clean and ample water supply in Osceola and Polk Counties. The RLC is committed to working with the EPA to ensure these investments protect clean air and water for all Americans.

It was great to spend time with CHC, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff during the holidays. We are thankful for their support of Hispanic communities across the nation for better jobs, a cleaner environment, affordable healthcare, and a brighter future. We look forward to continuing our work together in the new year.

Orlando International Airport is home to over 1,200 JetBlue crewmembers, including pilot and flight attendant bases, and JetBlue University. Proud to meet with them, TWU, and ALPA representatives to discuss the $200 million in airport upgrades we've secured — including Terminal C, passing the FAA bill, and ensuring they’re ready for the busy holiday season.

We hosted a Future of Central Florida Water Roundtable with federal, state, and local officials. We've secured over $500 million in WIFIA loans for water supply and authorized nearly $164 million for flood control, a restoration of Big Lake Toho, Shingle Creek, Kissimmee River, and Lake Runnymede. We also secured authorization for $50 million for in Orange County and $10 million for Polk County in Water Resource Development Act (WRDA) grants for clean water supply.

We visited the Orange County firefighters to discuss our efforts to continue securing federal SAFER and AFG grants for adequate personnel, equipment, and training. We are thankful for their bravery and sacrifices to keep our community safe.

It was exciting to attend I/ITSEC at the Orlando Convention Center. Proud of our work to expand modeling, simulation, and training programs in Central Florida, including Space Force's new STARCOM, $40 million for the Department of Veterans Affairs to study PTSD treatments for veterans, and a $1.1 million grant for UCF.

The Whitted Historic Community in St. Cloud currently relies on potentially contaminated drinking water. We visited the community yesterday to discuss our $850K community project request to implement a new potable water system to provide safe drinking water for all residents.

We secured an up to $289 million grant to lead the way in developing next generation aerospace microchips, creating new high-paying jobs, and defending our nation. 

Proud to see Osceola County receive this U.S. Department of Defense Cornerstone award to help the U.S. move towards a strong, secure domestic semiconductor industry. Through this partnership, we'll be able to to expand semiconductor packaging capabilities at NeoCity. 

As work begins on projects funded through this contract, numerous high-quality jobs in research, development, manufacturing, and more will become available to Central Floridians and help keep our local economy strong.

We may be getting the largest solar project in America in Florida's Ninth Congressional District. We are thrilled to see Florida Power & Light buy 150-acre El Maximo Ranch in Osceola County.

The Inflation Reduction Act helped make this a reality. We applaud FPL’s Real Zero goal to eliminate all carbon emissions by 2045.

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.

The ACA marketplaces are OPEN!

Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, four out of five Americans can find plans for less than $10 a month. Sign up by December 15 to get covered at the start of 2024.

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 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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