Press Releases
WATCH: Congressman Maxwell Frost Honors Pulse Nightclub Shooting Victims & Calls for Action on 8th Anniversary
ORLANDO, FL — As Orlando, the Central Florida community, and the state and nation as a whole remember the 49 innocent victims of the Pulse Nightclub shooting, Congressman Maxwell Frost took to the House floor this morning to deliver a powerful speech honoring the lives lost and families destroyed due to this armed hate and bigotry. In his remarks, Rep. Frost says: “Today, my heart is heavy. “I’m brought back to this moment in history, where on June 12, 2016, 49 angels were murdered in … Continue Reading
May 30, 2024
Congressman Maxwell Frost Announces Opening of Bithlo Constituent Services Branch Office, Following the Success of Mobile Office Hours
BITHLO, FL — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) has announced the opening of his Bithlo Branch District Office with the Bithlo-Christmas Neighborhood Center for Families to continue his office’s constituent services to an underserved area. Since June 2023, Congressman Frost’s office has been hosting mobile office hours in Bithlo, allowing them to serve over 300 constituents and solve 50 cases, including helping: A homeless veteran who needed to obtain his DD214 to receive … Continue Reading
May 28, 2024
As FAA Predicts Busiest Summer of Travel Yet, Congressman Maxwell Frost Renews Calls for Creation of a Central Florida Passport Office
ORLANDO, FL — Today, Congressman Maxwell Frost (D-FL) renewed his call for the creation of a Central Florida passport office as the Federal Aviation Authority predicts the busiest travel season in years. Frost’s office has already seen an uptick in passport assistance cases and is calling on the State Department for an additional passport office in Orlando to better serve Floridians. Currently, the Miami Passport Agency is the only office in Florida, operating solely by appointment from … Continue Reading
May 23, 2024
As Airplane Safety Concerns Rise, Congressman Frost Introduces Bipartisan “Safe Air on Airplanes Act” to Protect Passengers and Flight Crews
Watch the Press Conference Here WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10), alongside Congressmen Mike Lawler (R-NY) and John Garamendi (D-CA) introduced the bipartisan Safe Air on Airplanes Act, legislation to secure clean air on airplanes to ensure the safety of the nearly 3 million people including flight crews and passengers that fly daily. Specifically, the Safe Air on Airplanes Act would work to phase out bleed air systems which currently exist on almost all … Continue Reading
May 21, 2024
Congressman Maxwell Frost Announces Over $600,000 in AmeriCorps Funding for Central Florida
ORLANDO, FL — Congressman Maxwell Frost announced today that the City of Orlando's Operation AmeriCorps program, and non-profit organization Volunteers for Community Impact Incorporated programs will receive $652,727 in total funding from AmeriCorps, the federal agency for volunteering and service. This funding will support initiatives for both high school students and low-income seniors. The first grant of $337,727 will enable the City’s 15 AmeriCorps members to implement advocacy and … Continue Reading
May 15, 2024
Congressman Maxwell Frost Announces Nearly $200,000 in Federal Funding for Local Arts Organizations
ORLANDO, FL—Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (D-FL) announced that Central Florida is receiving four federal grants from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) totaling $174,500. The NEA has announced more than $110 million in recommended grants in all 50 states, with $2 million funding projects across the state of Florida. The following Central Florida organizations will receive grants for new projects in the arts: $100,000 for the United Arts of Central Florida to support … Continue Reading
May 13, 2024
At Town Hall, Central Floridians Gather to Hear from Rep. Maxwell Frost and Mayor Jerry Demings
Watch Livestream Here ORLANDO, FL — On Friday, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) hosted an hours-long town hall event with Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings where both leaders heard from Central Floridians on arts and culture, and transportation issues facing the local community. During the event, Congressman Frost presented the Mayor with three federal checks totaling over $1.6 million to the County for critical projects to support the multicultural senior center, provide … Continue Reading
May 07, 2024
As Hurricane Season Approaches, Congressman Maxwell Frost Announces $5.8 Million Federal Grant for Improvements to LYNX Central Station
ORLANDO, FL — U.S. Representative Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) announced a $5.8 million grant from the Department of Transportation for the LYNX Central Station Resilience Improvement Project, for the design, engineering, and construction required to replace windows on the LYNX Central Station to enhance building resiliency and meet hurricane mitigation requirements. The funds will help increase reliable access for nearly two million riders annually and extend the useful life of the … Continue Reading
May 01, 2024
Congressional Florida Democrats Joint Statement on Florida’s Six-Week Abortion Ban
Washington, DC - Today, Congressional Florida Democrats,Maxwell Frost (FL-10), Representatives Frederica Wilson (FL-24), Debbie Wasserman-Schultz (FL-25), Lois Frankel (FL-22), Kathy Castor (FL-14), Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20), Darren Soto (FL-09), and Jared Moskowitz (FL-23), released the following joint statement on Florida’s Six-Week Abortion Ban, which takes effect May 1: “Today and every day, the truth remains clear: People, not politicians, should be in control of their own … Continue Reading
April 30, 2024
BREAKING: Frost Bill to Fix Gaps in Hurricane Preparedness Passes U.S. House
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) announced his bipartisan bill, the Fixing Gaps in Hurricane Preparedness Act (H.R. 6080) to save lives in the event of a hurricane or tropical storm has passed the House as part of a larger legislative package, the Weather Act Reauthorization Act of 2023 (H.R.6093). Frost’s bill would ensure that hurricane preparedness tools, alerts, and planning systems would address the needs of seniors, people with disabilities, … Continue Reading
April 22, 2024
As Supreme Court Hears Johnson v. Grants Pass, Congressman Maxwell Frost Joins Orlando Advocates to Echo Calls to End Criminalization of Homelessness
Watch Rep. Frost’s Remarks Outside of the Supreme Court From Last Week ORLANDO, FL — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) joined local advocates to echo calls to end the criminalization of folks experiencing homelessness as the Supreme Court hears oral arguments today in Washington, D.C. on Johnson v. Grants Pass, a potentially landmark case that will decide whether cities are allowed to jail, ticket, or fine people for sleeping outside. Frost, who joined local leaders for a … Continue Reading
April 20, 2024
Congressman Maxwell Frost Statement on H.R. 8034
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement on H.R. 8034, the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act. In a statement, Rep. Frost says: “Today, the House will vote on legislation that falls short of what we need to bring an end to Netanyahu’s seemingly endless war in Gaza that has claimed the lives of countless innocent Palestinian civilians and brought us no closer to the return of innocent Israeli hostages being held by Hamas - I will … Continue Reading
April 10, 2024
Congressman Maxwell Frost Hosts Congressional Mini Concert, Unveils New CREATE Art Act to Support New and Emerging Artists
Find Additional Photos & Videos Here WASHINGTON D.C. — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (D-FL), Congressman Dan Kildee (D-MI), Congressman Greg Casar (D-TX), and Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), announced the introduction of new legislation to create federal grant programs to support the work of emerging artists - the CREATE Art Act. Congressman Frost unveiled the legislation alongside congressional colleagues and creative industry leaders at a … Continue Reading
March 25, 2024
Congressman Maxwell Frost Announces New Legislation, the Prevent Illegal Gun Resales Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (D-FL), alongside Reps. Robin Kelly (D-IL) and Delia Ramirez (D-IL) announced the introduction of the Prevent Illegal Gun Resales Act, legislation aimed at tackling the flow of illegal guns into communities and neighborhoods by holding gun retailers accountable for selling to bad actors also known as straw purchasers, who turn around and sell guns to people who are not legally allowed to own them. Congressman Frost’s legislation … Continue Reading
March 22, 2024
Congressman Maxwell Statement on H.Res. 1102
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement on H.Res. 1102 the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024. In a statement, Rep. Frost says: “For months, House Republicans have held our government hostage, threatening to defund our operations and bring our country and economy to a halt. Today I’m thankful that we have once again avoided a shutdown disaster of the Republican party’s own making - but as the Haitian refugee crisis surges, I am … Continue Reading
March 20, 2024
In Fight Against Gun Violence, Rep. Maxwell Frost Introduces the “Destroy Zombie Guns Act”
Watch the Press Conference Here WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10), alongside Congresswoman Jill Tokuda (D-HI), Congressman Adam Schiff (D-CA), and Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI), introduced the Destroy Zombie Guns Act, legislation to close the “zombie gun” loophole that has allowed gun disposal companies to only destroy one part of a gun before reselling the remaining parts as a kit that could be used in the next act of gun violence that devastates a … Continue Reading
March 19, 2024
BREAKING: Frost Secures Nearly $12 Million For Key Local Projects in Central Florida
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) announced that he has successfully secured nearly $12 million in federal dollars to fund all 15 of his Community Funding Projects requests and deliver millions to support critical projects to improve housing, transportation, and infrastructure across Central Florida. The funding, which was signed into law by President Biden earlier this month, will soon start being distributed across Central Florida. Last Spring, … Continue Reading
March 13, 2024
Congressman Maxwell Frost’s Statement on the Ongoing Gang Violence and Unrest in Haiti
ORLANDO, FL — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement on the ongoing crisis in Haiti following the resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry and the news that Governor Ron DeSantis will send state forces to the Florida border to specifically stop immigration from Haiti. In a statement, Rep. Frost says: “In the face of dire circumstances, where over 160,000 people in Port-au-Prince alone have been displaced, compassion and solidarity must be our guiding … Continue Reading
March 12, 2024
Congressman Maxwell Frost Slams TikTok Bill Ahead of Scheduled House Vote
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement ahead of the scheduled House vote on a bill that could unilaterally ban social media app TikTok. In a statement, Rep. Frost says: “Tomorrow, the House of Representatives is scheduled to vote on a bill that will most likely lead to a ban on TikTok in the United States. I am voting no. “Let’s be clear that I am deeply concerned about our foreign adversaries accessing our private data online, but this … Continue Reading
March 11, 2024
Congressman Maxwell Frost Announces $1.4M Federal Grant to Help Provide Central Florida Low-Income Families with Early Childcare
ORLANDO, FL - U.S. Representative Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) announced a $1.4 million grant from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to help fund the Early Head Start (EHS) Program at Community Coordinate Care for Children’s located in Orlando, Florida, which will provide childcare for low-income families across Central Florida. “Too many Central Florida families are stuck between a rock and a hard place as they struggle to find affordable childcare that allows parents to … Continue Reading