We're proud to see a great September jobs report as the U.S. economy added 336,000 jobs. It’s the 32nd consecutive month of job growth under President Joe Biden as unemployment remains near historic lows at 3.8%.

We still have a ways to go as the Biden boom continues!

An additional 125,000 Americans have been approved for $9 billion in student debt relief thanks to President Biden. So far, the Biden-Harris Administration has canceled $127 billion in student debt for nearly 3.6 million Americans.

We proudly presented a $750,000 Community Project check to Hope Partnership to build the Thrive Apartments — a motel conversion project that will create 32 affordable housing units along U.S. 192 for those who need it most.

We with our LGBTQ Advisory Board to discuss our work to implement the Respect For Marriage Act, the start of LGBTQ History Month, and more. We will continue working until Central Florida is a safe and inclusive place for everyone.

Happy to spend time with Second Harvest. We're proud to support their efforts to assist food-insecure Central Floridians and transform lives. As we work on the upcoming Farm Bill, it is critical to protect the nutrition assistance programs that so many families rely on.

Team Soto honored our Central Florida Gold Star mothers and families in Orange County over the weekend. We are immensely grateful for their sacrifices. I also had the opportunity to meet and thank local Gold Star families in D.C. last week.

We attended the Osceola County Farm Bureau's annual meeting to connect with local farmers, ranchers, and growers as we continue working on the Farm Bill. As a member of the Agriculture Committee, I'm working to combat citrus greening, support a livestock vaccine bank and disaster relief, increase research, and more.

It was great to visit the Transportation Communication Workers 1908 Lodge in Orlando for their Halloween-themed bi-monthly meeting. We are proud to support our TCU members in Central Florida — ranging from front office, concierge, bell service, monorail, and skyliner workers. 

The Continuing Resolution we passed over the weekend funds the federal government for 45 days. It also includes key provisions for Florida like $16 billion for FEMA disaster relief and FAA and flood insurance extensions. Now we need to pass a bipartisan budget to finish the job.

This week, I voted to vacate the office of Speaker of the House. First, it was 15 votes for Speaker. Then, it was holding our nation’s full faith and credit hostage and almost shutting down the government. The Chaos Caucus must end. House Democrats will remain united as we chart the path forward.

Florida’s recent immigration law, SB 1718, is causing immense harm to families and could jeopardize Florida’s economy. It is a political stunt gone too far. I led a letter to U.S. Department of Justice Attorney General Merrick Garland urging the DOJ to investigate this harmful law. 

Higher education should be affordable and accessible. As student loan payments resume, I stood with the Future Forum Caucus as we urged the U.S. Department of Education to clarify their implementation efforts to ensure folks have information that is up to date. This will help younger Americans properly prepare for their financial futures.

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.

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 now 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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