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Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick released the following statement regarding a FEMA grant totaling $15,415,393.62 for emergency protective measures because of the COVID-19 Pandemic:
Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick voted to impose new economic punishments for Russia’s continued attacks on the people of Ukraine, as well as Belarus’ support for Russia’s unprovoked invasion. The Suspending Normal Trade Relations with Russia and Belarus Act counters Russia’s unconscionable actions and Belarus’ complicity by suspending normal trade relations with both countries. This legislation will allow President Biden to raise tariffs on Russian and Bel
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick released the following statement regarding a FEMA grant totaling $2,446,500.00 for the roadway elevation of MacArthur Boulevard:
“Today, I am pleased to announce a grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The grant is for $2,446,500.00 in federal funding for the elevation of a portion of SE MacArthur Boulevard.
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick released the following statement regarding H.R. 6787 – The Gas Prices Relief Act of 2022 which would help lower high gas costs for Florida families by temporarily suspending the 18.4 cent federal gas tax until January 1, 2023:
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick released the following statement marking Equal Pay Day, which marks how far into the year a woman must work, on average, to earn as much as a man earned the previous year:
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Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick voted to impose new sanctions punishing Russia for its premeditated, unprovoked war against Ukraine. The Suspending Energy Imports from Russia Act bans the import of Russian oil and energy products into the United States – cutting off a major source of revenue for the Russian government as it attacks the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine and the safety of the Ukrainian people – in addition to other actions to further isolate Russia economically.
Washington, DC - Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick released the following statement regarding the passing of HB 1557 - the Don’t Say Gay or Trans Bill in Florida:
“As the first Democrat of Haitian descent elected to the United States Congress who represents a significant number of Caribbeans in my District, the plight of my Haitian brothers and immigrants, in general, are some of my legislative priorities. I know their struggles far too well. My parents fled the Duvalier dictatorship regime from the Republic of Haiti and migrated to the United States for better economic opportunities.