This week, we were thrilled to see our Consumer Safety Technology Act pass out of the Energy and Commerce Committee. This bill will allow the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission to explore the use of AI in their work to protect consumers from dangerous products. It also directs studies at the Department of Commerce and Federal Trade Commission on blockchain technology and digital tokens.

We also worked on bills to ensure price transparency for travelers and spoke to National Telecommunications and Information Administration Administrator Alan Davidson on efforts to connect all Americans to high-speed internet.

I also had the opportunity to attend the White House Holiday Ball with my lovely wife Amanda and spend a wonderful evening with President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden.

In November, the U.S. economy added 199k jobs while unemployment fell to 3.7%. Under President Biden, we have the fastest job growth in history! We still have work to do to continue lowering inflation (3.2%) and keep our economy running strong.

We are thrilled that our Consumer Safety Technology Act passed out of the Energy and Commerce Committee this week. This bill will allow the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission to explore the use of AI to protect consumers from dangerous products. It also directs studies at the Department of Commerce and Federal Trade Commission on blockchain technology and digital tokens.

Families from across the country and world visit Central Florida to enjoy our world-class theme parks and attractions. I was proud to vote to pass the No Hidden FEES Act in the Energy and Commerce Committee to ensure they receive price transparency from the beginning to the end of their trip. The price advertised should be the price paid.

In this weeks Energy and Commerce IDC hearing, we had the opportunity to receive updates on the National Telecommunications and Information Administration's work to connect Americans to high-speed internet and boost American manufacturing. In Florida, we have $1.17 billion in broadband infrastructure funds coming our way to help rural communities. We also have 55,000 families in need in FL-09 receiving internet from the Affordable Connectivity Program.

It was an honor to attend the White House Holiday Ball with my lovely wife Amanda. Thankful to President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden for inviting us to be a part of this lovely evening.

Future Forum Members held an informative meeting with Live Nation to discuss efforts to improve the ticket-buying experience for concertgoers across the nation. We are committed to ensuring transparency for fans and protecting artists.

I received my updated flu vaccine at True Health in Orlando. We appreciate all their hard work in caring for Central Florida families. It is critical to stay up to date with your shots to protect yourself and those around you.

We had a great clean-up event in Belle Isle and Pinecastle with our Environmental Advisory Board. It is critical for us to do our part to maintain the health of our environment. I'm proud of our work to sponsor budget projects for streetscape upgrades and pedestrian safety, as well as foster these connections between local advocates, environmentalists, scientists, and more.

We met with our Healthcare Advisory Board to discuss the recent spikes in flu and COVID-19 cases, receive updates on the new UCF nursing school in Lake Nona, and review health bills recently passed out of the Energy and Commerce Committee. Honored to take part in these important conversations.

We celebrated ACCESS Health Plus for completing their state-of-the-art Health Clinic in Kissimmee. Their team of highly skilled HIV/STD experts is working hard to combat Florida's high STD infection rate and ensure families are healthy.

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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