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Visit to Puerto Rico
On October 1, 2017 Rep. Soto visited Puerto Rico to assess firsthand the damaged caused on the island. Read the full report by Rep. Soto on Federal Response to Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico.
Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Darren Soto made remarks on the House floor addressing the humanitarian crisis happening in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands following the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Maria. Rep.
Representative Soto speaks on the House Floor detailing the impact and recovery efforts in Central Florida from Hurricane Irma.
Congressman Soto speak on the House Floor to commemorate the deaths of two officers of the Kissimmee Police Department - Sargent Sam Howard and Police Officer Matthew Baxter.
Last week I met with six recipients of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program from Central Florida, and as they shared their heartfelt stories one by one, I learned they all had one thing in common: a desire to pursue the American Dream.
On August 26, 2017, we celebrate Women's Equality Day, marking the 97th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, when the right of women to vote was first recognized.
Today, I want to celebrate four of our many community leaders here in Central Florida, exemplary torchbearers whose work empowers women every day:
Congressman Darren Soto recognizes Tom Flores, the first Hispanic starting quarterback, manager, and head coach to win a Super Bowl in professional football history. "Tom Flores had an outstanding and successful career, both as a quarterback and as a head coach. This resolution pays tribute to his inspiring athletic talents," said Congressman Soto.
I have heard the same theme over and over from the media, both locally and in Washington: Bipartisanship is dead. The truth is bipartisanship and partisanship occur daily in Washington, but the prior acts rarely get covered.