Press Releases

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Darren Soto released the following statement today after the administration's announcement of imposing new sanctions against Venezuelan government officials.

"As a co-introducer of the bipartisan Venezuelan Refugee Assistance Act –legislation that would provide immigration relief to Venezuelans that have long resided in the United States and fear political turmoil at home –I stand with the people of Venezuela.

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representative Darren Soto (FL-09) announced today that the Polk County Fire Rescue will receive a $4 million federal grant to strengthen its operations by hiring additional firefighters and the recruitment and retention of volunteer firefighters. The competitive Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant, administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), aims to more effectively protect the health and safety of the public with respect to fire and all other hazards.

Washington, D.C. – On July 19, 2017, Rep. Darren Soto (FL-09), Rep. Raul Ruiz (CA-36), and Rep. Jim Costa (CA-16) filed a Resolution urging for Tom Flores to be inducted in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Flores was the first Hispanic quarterback and head coach to win a Super Bowl, a feat he accomplished for two separate teams. Beyond his Super Bowl success, Flores was the first Hispanic manager in the National Football League (NFL).

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representative Darren Soto (FL-09) announced today that the Kissimmee Gateway and the Bartow Municipal Airports have received over $2.7 million in grants by the U.S. Department of Transportation for the installation of more secure and sustainable infrastructure.

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representative Darren Soto (FL-09) announced today that Haines City Fire Rescue will receive a $674,978 grant to fund the hiring of additional firefighters and emergency medical technicians. During Soto's first week in Congress, he directed staff to contact the Haines City Fire Chief regarding this opportunity and advice on how to apply. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in cooperation with the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) award grants as part of their Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program.

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representative Darren Soto (FL-09) passed five amendments to the House National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018, H.R. 2810. All five of Soto's amendments were adopted by voice vote before being passed by a bi-partisan vote of 344 to 81. Soto, a freshman Democrat, was successful in making positive changes to the bill that aim to protect Americans, employ veterans, and save tax payers money.

Washington, D.C. - During yesterday's Natural Resources Committee meeting, U.S. Representative Darren Soto (FL-09) highlighted national security, the economy, and the environment as key reasons for extending the drilling moratorium in the Gulf of Mexico and banning seismic drilling off the Atlantic Coast.

WINTER HAVEN, FL - U.S. Representative Darren Soto (FL-09) is pleased to announce the Grand Opening of his third office in Florida's Ninth Congressional District. This office is conveniently located in the Winter Haven City Hall to better serve our constituents in Polk County. All are welcome and light refreshments will be served.

WHAT: Winter Haven District Office Grand Opening

WHO: Representative Darren Soto and staff

WHEN: Monday, June 19th, 2017, 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 pm