WASHINGTON - Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) and colleagues introduced legislation to protect premium cigar small businesses in Southwest Florida and nationwide from burdensome regulations. “Premium cigars are a staple of Southwest Florida’s vibrant community and contribute to our local economy. As a cigar enthusiast, I believe this great pastime unites people and brings great… Read more »

WASHINGTON - Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) issued the following statement announcing the introduction of a bipartisan resolution to remain the U.S. House of Representatives Press Gallery after abolitionist, writer, and statesman Frederick Douglass. “Frederick Douglass famously said knowledge is the pathway from slavery to freedom. He employed the transmission of information to… Read more »

FORT MYERS, Fla. – The Aviation and Transportation Security Act of 2001 mandated that 100 percent of aviation checked baggage be screened by electronic or other approved means. The U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) overseas the Electronic Baggage Screening Program (EBSP), which is partly responsible for the purchase and installation of security technologies at… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Representatives Byron Donalds (R-FL) and French Hill (R-AR) reintroduced the Price Stability Act to end the Federal Reserve's dual mandate and ensure that the central bank and Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) focus their efforts exclusively on containing inflation. The bill's introduction comes as the FOMC is convening for its monthly meeting, where they will decide… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) issued the following statement announcing his candidacy for Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. “Tonight, I am announcing my candidacy for Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. My sole focus will be securing our border, funding our government responsibly, advancing a conservative vision for the House of Representatives… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) issued the following statement in support of a framework drafted by members of the House Freedom Caucus and House Main Street Caucus that secures the United States southern border and cuts federal spending by 8%—which represents the most significant spending cut and meaningful border legislation in modern history. “This morning, as the… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) issued the following statement in support of Speaker Kevin McCarthy's (R-CA) decision to initiate an impeachment inquiry against the 46th President of the United States, Joseph R. Biden. “As a member of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability, I’ve taken part in countless hours of public and private hearings, read thousands of… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Congressman Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) and House Committee on Oversight and Accountability Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) today are calling on the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) to provide documents, communications, and manifests related to then-Vice President Biden’s misuse of Air Force Two and Marine Two. “The walls are closing in on the Biden Family… Read more »

FORT MYERS, FLA. – Yesterday, the American Contract Systems facility in Fort Myers (ACS – Fort Myers) completed the installation of two dry bed scrubbers to reduce air pollution associated with the facility’s medical equipment sterilization activities. These controls are 99.9% effective in reducing ethylene oxide (EtO) levels in the air that is vented from the facility, and these new… Read more »

WASHINGTON – Subcommittee on Government Operations and the Federal Workforce Chairman Pete Sessions (R-Texas) announced a field hearing titled, “Weathering the Storm: Oversight of the Federal Response and Recovery Efforts Hosted by Congressman Byron Donalds (R-Florida) in Southwestern Florida following Hurricane Ian.” Members will assess the effectiveness of the federal response to… Read more »