Press Releases
Frost, Wilson, Cherfilus-McCormick, Congressional Black Caucus Chair Blast Florida Department of Education in Letter Calling for Reversal of Racist Mandate that Students Be Taught Slavery Was “Beneficial for Enslaved People”
WASHINGTON DC — Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) led his fellow Florida Black Caucus Members, Reps. Frederica Wilson (FL-24) and Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (FL-20), alongside Chair Steven Horsford (NV-04) in sending a letter condemning the actions of the Florida Board of Education as a new mandate will force teachers to teach students that slavery could have been beneficial for enslaved people. According to the new curriculum, middle school students are to be taught that the … Continue Reading
July 20, 2023
Congressman Maxwell Frost Secures $11.3 Million in Funding For Central Florida Community Projects As Appropriations Bills Head to House Floor
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) announced that all 15 of his Community Funding Projects requests have been successfully voted out of the Appropriations Committee, bringing the Congressman one step closer to delivering over $11.3 million for critical projects across Central Florida. Over the course of the last six months, Congressman Frost has worked closely with local community partners and stakeholders to submit funding proposals for 15 … Continue Reading
July 19, 2023
Congressman Maxwell Frost Statement on the Death of Derek Diaz
ORLANDO, FL — Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement on the death of unarmed 26-year-old Derek Diaz at the hands of an Orlando Police Department Officer. In a statement, Rep. Frost says: “First and foremost, my heart is with the Diaz family and all of Derek’s loved ones who are grieving this unthinkable loss. “The death of Derek Diaz calls for a full and robust external investigation of the Orlando Police Department and of the incident that led to … Continue Reading
July 18, 2023
Frost Fights for Flight Attendants, Airline Crews As Part of FAA Reauthorization Bill
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) took action in support of flight attendants and airline crews by introducing an amendment to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reauthorization bill that would ensure airline workers receive the resources they need should they become victims of violent or aggressive passengers while on the job. The amendment, which would establish an airline personnel support fund using the fines collected from passengers who … Continue Reading
July 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 vote on H.R. 2670, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) of 2024. The legislation, which was passed mostly along party lines, was severely hijacked by the extremist House Freedom Caucus and featured continued Republican attacks on reproductive health, LGBTQ+ servicemembers, and bans on books for military families - all while continuing a troubling lack of accountability … Continue Reading
July 14, 2023
Congressman Maxwell Frost Scores Wins for Traveling Artists, Local Independent Venues Following Action Against USCIS Visa Rate Hike
WASHINGTON DC - Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement after successfully leading his Democratic colleagues in calling on U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to halt a harmful visa rate hike that would have disproportionately adverse effects on new and emerging traveling artists including touring musicians critical to Central Florida’s tourist economy where thousands of entertainers come to work in performance industries like music, tv, movie … Continue Reading
July 11, 2023
Congressman Maxwell Frost Offers Critical Amendment to NDAA Aimed At Preventing Gun Accidents, Suicide for Civilians
WASHINGTON, DC — Today, as the House of Representatives prepares to consider the National Defense Authorization Act of 2024 (NDAA), Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) has introduced a critical amendment to the legislation aimed at curbing gun violence nationwide. Frost’s amendment, which has been supported by March For Our Lives and Brady: United Against Gun Violence, would require the Secretary of Defense to conduct a study on the safety benefits of the military’s firearm and … Continue Reading
June 30, 2023
Congressman Maxwell Frost: “Student Loan Forgiveness is Legal, Packed Court Discriminating Against Working Americans”
ORLANDO, FL — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement slamming the United State Supreme Court’s decision to strike down President Biden’s student loan forgiveness program. In a statement, Rep. Frost says: “Once again, today the conservative-leaning Supreme Court has gotten it wrong and actively chosen to discriminate against working Americans and student borrowers. “We cannot and will allow a corrupt court to tell the people of our nation that only … Continue Reading
June 29, 2023
At Hours Long Town Hall, Hundreds Gather to Hear from Congressman Maxwell Frost
ORLANDO, FL — Last night, during an hours-long town hall event, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) heard directly from a room filled with hundreds of constituents ready to discuss the issues most impacting working Floridians and families across Central Florida. The event, held at Dr. Phillips High School in southwest Orlando, featured Congressman Frost sharing an update on his 6-months in Congress and answering questions from folks on issues ranging from passport agency delays to … Continue Reading
June 29, 2023
With Hurricane Season Underway, Congressman Maxwell Frost Introduces Bill Aimed At Protecting Seniors and Folks with Disabilities During Natural Disasters
ORLANDO, FL — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) was joined by local Central Florida leaders as he unveiled his second-ever piece of legislation, H.R. 4375 the Survival Aid for Emergencies (SAFE) Through Medicare Act, a bill aimed at requiring Medicare to cover the full cost of equipment medically necessary for folks medically at-risk in the event of a climate disaster. Frost, who stood alongside Orlando City Commissioner Patty Sheehan, first responders, union leaders, local … Continue Reading
June 29, 2023
Congressman Maxwell Frost Slams SCOTUS Decision on Affirmative Action
ORLANDO, FL — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement following the United State Supreme Court’s decision to effectively strike down affirmative action programs at institutions of higher learning. In a statement, Rep. Frost says: “Today is a very sad day in our country, one that will have historically negative repercussions for Black, brown, Hispanic, and Indigenous people. “After generations of slavery, oppression, and systematic inequality and … Continue Reading
June 22, 2023
Congressman Maxwell Frost Hosts Emergency Ad Hoc Hearing Uncovers Rampant Abuses of Power in Florida
Frost Joined Forces with Leader Jeffries, Reps. Wasserman Schultz, Ocasio-Cortez to Highlight Attacks on Civil Rights and Liberties Happening Across the State For Video of the Hearing Click Here WASHINGTON DC — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) hosted an emergency ad hoc hearing to uncover the anti-democratic abuses of power happening in Florida as Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Legislature have colluded to consolidate power and enact legislation stripping … Continue Reading
June 21, 2023
ICYMI: Reps. Frost and Wilson Call on President Biden to Pardon Civil Rights Leader, Nobel Peace Prize Nominee Desmond Meade
WASHINGTON DC — In a joint letter, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) and Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson (FL-24) are urging President Biden to pardon Nobel Peace Prize nominee and Florida Rights Restoration Coalition (FRRC) leader Desmond Meade. “One of the greatest honors of my life was Organizing to help pass Amendment 4, a movement that Desmond Meade started. Desmond’s life's work is a powerful reminder of the importance of forgiveness and second chances. A civil rights … Continue Reading
June 20, 2023
Amid Backlog, Frost Calls for Extended Hours at Miami Passport Agency to Help Summer Travelers
WASHINGTON DC — Today, amid reports of travelers across Central Florida suffering major delays in passport renewals and applications, Congressman Maxwell Frost (FL-10) sent a letter to the Department of State calling on the agency to expand appointment hours at the Miami Passport Office to Saturdays in order to ensure working Floridians are afforded the opportunity to travel to South Florida to take care of their passport issues. Currently, the Miami Passport Agency is only open for … Continue Reading
June 19, 2023
Congressman Maxwell Frost Statement on Passing of Florida AFL-CIO President, Mike Williams
ORLANDO, FL — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement following the passing of Florida AFL-CIO President Mike Williams. In a statement, Rep. Frost says: “Today, my heart breaks for the Williams family and the Florida AFL-CIO. “Mike Williams was a giant and a labor icon across the state of Florida. Those of us who knew Mike knew him to be a selfless champion of working people - someone who woke up each and every day with a fierce commitment to … Continue Reading
June 16, 2023
Congressman Maxwell Frost Joins Rep. Rashida Tlaib in Introducing Safe Storage Saves Lives Act to Reduce Firearm Deaths of Children
WASHINGTON D.C — Today, during National Gun Violence Awareness Month, Congressman Maxwell Frost (FL-10) and Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-12), members of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, with Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) and Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02 ) introduced the Safe Storage Saves Lives Act to reduce firearm deaths in children. Gun violence is now the leading cause of death for children and teens in the United States. Every year, 19,000 children and teens are shot … Continue Reading
June 14, 2023
Congressman Maxwell Frost Joins Rep. Jimmy Gomez in Founding Historic Congressional Renters Caucus
WASHINGTON D.C — In a historic move to amplify the voices of renters across the nation, Congressman Maxwell Frost (FL-10) has joined forces with Congressman Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) to announce the formation of the first ever Congressional Renters Caucus. The Congressional Renters Caucus comes as recent studies show that for the first time since tracking began 20 years ago, the average American is rent burdened, meaning they pay over 30 percent of their income on rent. This historic initiative … Continue Reading
June 13, 2023
Congressman Maxwell Frost Joins House Leadership and Gun Violence Prevention Task Force in Push to Bring Gun Reform Legislation to Floor
WASHINGTON D.C — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) joined House Democratic Leadership and Members of the Gun Violence Prevention Task Force in signing discharge petitions to force a House vote on three critical pieces of gun violence prevention legislation. Specifically, Frost signed discharge petitions for legislation designed to prohibit the sale, transfer, manufacture, and importation of semiautomatic weapons (H.R. 698, Assault Weapons Ban) and to close the Charleston … Continue Reading
May 31, 2023
Congressman Maxwell Frost Statement on Debt Ceiling Vote
WASHINGTON D.C — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released a statement following his vote to pass H.R. 3746, the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023, a bipartisan piece of legislation brokered by President Biden to avoid a catastrophic economic meltdown and protect the Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid benefits of millions of Americans. In addition to preventing a devastating default on our debt that would have triggered a recession, cost millions of jobs, devastated … Continue Reading
May 25, 2023
WATCH: Congressman Maxwell Frost Slams House GOP Leadership for Allowing Members to Go Home As Debt Ceiling Crisis Looms
WASHINGTON D.C — Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) took to the House floor to slam Speaker McCarthy and Republican Leadership for choosing to recess for the weekend to allow members to go home even as the United States of America is on the brink of defaulting on its debt and plunging the economy and working people into a recession. This morning, Rep. Frost joined a group of Freshmen Members in calling on the Speaker to keep the House in session until a bipartisan agreement … Continue Reading