Press Releases
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
February 06, 2024
Congressman Maxwell Frost Statement on H.R. 7217
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement on H.R. 7217, the Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act. In a statement, Rep. Frost says: “Like President Biden and House Democratic Leadership, I am disgusted by Congressional Republicans' ability to treat our allies and innocent civilians caught in the crossfires of war as human collateral in a political game. “The bill that was presented to the House tonight included no … Continue Reading
February 05, 2024
Congressman Maxwell Frost Presents Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts with $750,000 Grant for Judson’s Live
ORLANDO, FL — On Friday, February 2, 2024 Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) presented a $750,000 federal grant to the Dr. Phillips Center for Judson's Live, a new intimate music room that opens its doors to the public this week. This new venue, which will welcome all music genres, is set to become a transformative space for the community, offering unique musical and dining experiences. Former Congresswoman Val Demings secured this funding as one of her community funding projects … Continue Reading
January 31, 2024
Frost, Soto Announce Over $180 Million INFRA Grant for Truck Parking Spaces Along I-4
ORLANDO, FL — This week, Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) and Reps. Darren Soto (FL-09) announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation approved Florida for over $180 million in Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) grant funds to add approximately 917 truck parking spaces across four sites along I-4 in Central Florida. “Central Florida’s I-4 corridor has the highest unmet truck parking demand in the state, leaving a lasting negative impact on truck drivers’ safety and our … Continue Reading
January 11, 2024
Congressman Maxwell Frost Unveils New EPIPEN Act, Legislation to Lower Costs of Life-Saving Allergy Medication
WASHINGTON D.C. — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (D-FL), alongside Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA), announced the introduction of the EPIPEN Act, cost-saving and potentially life-saving legislation to cap the out-of-pocket costs of epinephrine auto-injectors, like EpiPens, which are used to treat severe allergic reactions, at just $60 per pack of two, for those with employer-based or individually purchased health insurance. Congressman Frost’s EPIPEN Act comes as the prices of … Continue Reading
January 10, 2024
Frost, Soto Announce $5 Million EPA Clean School Bus Program Grant for Orange County Public Schools
ORLANDO, FL — This week, Reps.Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) and Darren Soto (FL-09) announced that Orange County Public Schools will receive $5 million from the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean School Bus Program to purchase 20 electric school buses. The Clean School Bus Program was established under President Joe Biden’s Infrastructure Law and will deliver $5 billion over five years to replace school buses across the country with low- to zero-emission models. “House Democrats and … Continue Reading
January 05, 2024
Congressmen Frost and Gomez Send Letter to FTC as Commission Considers Rule That Could Enact their “End Junk Fees for Renters” Act
WASHINGTON D.C. — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (D-FL) and Congressman Jimmy Gomez (D-CA), alongside eight Members of Congress, sent a letter to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), lauding the Commission for their proposal to crack down on junk fees for goods and services and calling for the inclusion of rental housing junk fees in their crackdown efforts. The letter follows Congressmen Frost and Gomez’s work to fight for renters’ rights and housing affordability through … Continue Reading
December 14, 2023
Congressman Maxwell Frost Statement on National Defense Authorization Act
WASHINGTON D.C — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement following the House conference vote on H.R. 2670, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) of 2024. In a statement, Rep. Frost says: “Passage of this NDAA once again signals the American people losing at the hands of the defense lobby. “While Democrats held the line and fought hard to strip out harmful attacks on minority communities and people of color, key fiscal accountability measures … Continue Reading
December 13, 2023
Congressman Maxwell Frost Statement on H.Res. 927
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement on H.Res. 927. In a statement, Rep. Frost says: “I continue to condemn any and all acts of hate and antisemitism on college campuses and in communities across our country and our world. Anti-semitic rhetoric and attacks are rising on college campuses, creating a hostile and unsafe environment for Jewish students. Each and every institution must be dedicated to ensuring the safety and protection of … Continue Reading
December 13, 2023
Congressman Maxwell Frost Announces $500K Federal Grant to Connect Tampa, Orlando, and Miami
ORLANDO, FL - Today, U.S. Representative Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) announced a $500,000 grant to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to help support the proposed Miami-Orlando-Tampa Sunshine Corridor, which would connect critical parts of South and Central Florida. The proposed Sunshine Corridor would include tracks for Brightline and SunRail along I-4 to connect Orlando International Airport to the I-Drive area, with Brightline expanding west with a station in Tampa. … Continue Reading