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Donalds: We Are One Week Away From Title 42 Expiring

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WASHINGTON - Today, Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) issued the following statement sounding the alarm on the expiration of Title 42 one week from today.  “Since taking office, President Biden handed over our border and national security to radical ACLU progressives putting our nation, its people, and our sovereignty in grave danger. Title 42 is not a right-wing effort to prevent…

Rep. Donalds Co-Leads the America Reopens Act

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WASHINGTON — Last week, Congressman Byron Donalds (FL-19) helped introduce the America Reopens Act, alongside Congressman Carlos Gimenez (FL-26) and Congresswomen Cammack (FL-03) and Salazar (FL-27). This legislation ends all federal-level COVID-19 mandates and restrictions, including the federal mask mandate on mass systems of transportation. …

Congressman Donalds Introduces the Protecting Communities from Harmful Algal Blooms Act

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) introduced the H.R. 7206 Protecting Communities from Harmful Algal Blooms Act, which allows for the inclusion of ‘algal blooms’ to the applicability of Major Disaster Declarations to preserve vital marine ecosystems. “Water is Florida’s most important natural resource and serves as the heart & soul of Southwest Florida,”…

Rep. Donalds Applauds Airline CEO's Call to End COVID Mask Policy

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) issued the following statement praising a recent letter by Airlines for America calling on the Biden-Harris administration to end the COVID mask mandate on planes. "The Biden-Harris administration's latest decision to extend the federal mask mandate on airplanes is incomprehensible and further sheds light on their…

Rep. Donalds Introduces Legislation Prohibiting Imported Oil from Socialist Venezuela

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) introduced the Prohibit the Venezuelan Importation Act, which directs President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. to prohibit the importation of petroleum products from the socialist dictator of Venezuela and encourages the president to implement policies that will bolster the American energy industry. Co-Sponsors of this legislation include:…

Rep. Donalds (R-FL) and Owens (R-UT) Send Letter to Biden and Blinken Regarding the Arrest of W.N.B.A Center Brittney Griner

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  WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) led a letter alongside Representative Burgess Owens (R-UT), urging the safe return of Women's National Basketball Association (W.N.B.A) star Center Brittney Griner. "As the situation in Russia and Ukraine continues to deteriorate rapidly, we are deeply troubled by the Russian's handling of the unfortunate case regarding…

Congressman Donalds Announces Partnership with Wounded Warriors Fellowship Program

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) announced a partnership between his congressional office and the Wounded Warrior Fellowship Program. “Ensuring our nation’s veterans are equipped with an abundance of resources to achieve success upon their return to civilian life is one of my highest priorities,” said Rep. Donalds. “I’m proud to be partnering with the…

Congressman Donalds Announces Academy Day

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FORT MYERS, Fla. – Today, Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) announced details regarding the 2022 Academy Day.  “I’m honored to host this year’s Academy Day to provide aspiring students with the knowledge and resources necessary to continue their education at one of our nation’s prestigious military institutions,” said Rep. Donalds. “Our country is only as strong as the men and women…

Congressman Donalds Introduces Resolution Honoring Southwest Florida’s First Responders

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) introduced a resolution honoring the brave first responders who aided Lee & Collier County residents affected by recent tornadoes. In January, the Southwest Florida community was shaken following the landfall of multiple devastating tornadoes. Local first responders acted swiftly and heroically to provide critical aid to…