Press Releases
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
March 06, 2024
Congressman Maxwell Frost Statement on H.Res. 1061
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement on H.Res. 1061 the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024. In a statement, Rep. Frost says: “For over a year, we have watched extremist House Republicans plunge the House of Representatives into total dysfunction as they held our government hostage to try to defund food assistance and affordable housing and enact hateful anti-immigrant and anti-LGBTQ+ policies. “Today, thanks to Leader Jeffries and … Continue Reading
March 05, 2024
Congressman Maxwell Frost Announces Hope Community Center Executive Director as State of the Union Guest
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In anticipation of the upcoming State of the Union Address on Thursday, March 7th, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) announced Felipe Sousa-Lazaballet, Executive Director of Hope CommUnity Center, will be his honored guest at the State of the Union. "As the proud son of a Cuban immigrant who would not be here today if not for asylum, it’s important we recognize the critical immigration plays in our communities, especially as MAGA Republicans try to pass cruel … Continue Reading
March 04, 2024
Congressman Maxwell Frost, Florida State Rep. Anna V. Eskamani, & Central Florida Leaders Statement on DeSantis’s Appointment of New Orange County Election Supervisor
ORLANDO, FL — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) alongside with State Rep. Anna V. Eskamani, Senator Geraldine Thompson Senator Victor Torres, Rep. LaVon Bracy Davis, Rep. Rita Harris, Rep. Johanna Lopez, Rep. Tom Keen, and Senator Linda Stewart released a statement following Governor Ron DeSantis’s appointment of Glen Gilzean as Orange County Election Supervisor. In a statement, the elected leaders say: “Ron DeSantis continues to abuse the power of his office to appoint his … Continue Reading
February 23, 2024
Congressman Maxwell Frost Slams 'Fascist’ Florida State Legislature as Bill to Ban Social Media Use for Kids Under 16 Heads to Gov. DeSantis’s Desk
ORLANDO, FL — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement as the Republican-controlled Florida State Legislature passed one of the nation’s most restrictive bans on social media and online usage for kids under the age of 16. In a statement, Rep. Frost says: “Today, the Republican-led State Legislature, the so-called defenders of parental rights, have proven that they are hypocrites who care more about having ultimate control over the children of Florida than … Continue Reading
February 14, 2024
On Anniversary of Parkland Shooting, Reps. Frost & Moskowitz Introduce “Identify Gun Stores Act” to Help Identify Suspicious Gun Violence-Related Purchasing Patterns
WASHINGTON D.C. — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10), alongside Congressman Jared Moskowitz (FL-23), announced the introduction of the Identify Gun Stores Act, legislation to empower credit card companies to implement a new merchant category code to better identify gun and ammunition sellers, a proactive measure that could help recognize suspicious purchasing patterns and provide law enforcement with information to stop shooters and save lives. The bill comes over one year … Continue Reading