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Rep. Wasserman Schultz helped secure funding for the major milestone in Everglades Read more »

Today marks the 101st birthday for the Girl Scouts of America. U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) made the following statement: Read more »

Earlier today, the Department of Labor announced that the economy added 236,000 jobs in February and the unemployment rate fell to 7.7 percent, the lowest level in four years. U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) released the following statement: Read more »

In recognition of International Women's Day, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) made the following statement: Read more »

By Meredith JacobsCertain themes echoed throughout BBYO’s International Convention. “I am a global teen,” they repeated — regardless of whether they had traveled to the convention center from Arlington, Va., or Albania. “We are a youth movement, not a youth group,” they cheered, reveling in the power of those who are just beginning their journey.But the… Read more »

Centennial Silver Dollar, Celebrates AccomplishmentsCalifornia's ABC 7 reports that a Bay Area Girl Scout made a special trip to the nation's capital, not to sell Thin Mints, but to pitch silver dollars. Pleasanton Girl Scout Sricharana and Marina Park, CEO of Girl Scouts of Northern California, participated in a leadership breakfast Thursday to highlight the Girl Scout Gold Award… Read more »

The beginning of March marks the beginning of federal sequestration cuts. U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) released the following statement: Read more »

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Senate version of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) by a vote of 286-138. U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) released the following statement: Read more »

By Michael PutneySUNNY ISLES, Fla. - South Florida lawmakers are awaiting mandated spending cuts that could go into effect March 1.President Barack Obama and leaders of both parties warn the pending spending cuts bode ill for the nation, but the rhetoric so far has focused on blaming the other side.On Thursday, Obama called Republican leaders in the House of Representatives and Senate,… Read more »

Industry stakeholders ask for help to keep ports growingBy Arlene Satchell, Sun SentinelOfficials at South Florida airports and seaports are seeking federal government assistance to ensure pertinent infrastructure is in place to keep growing and serving travelers to the region.On top of the wish list is the need for more U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers to process travelers… Read more »