Press Releases
Today marks two years since the second-worst mass shooting in U.S. history
Today, Rep. Val Demings (FL-10) made the following statement on the Pulse Nightclub shooting, which took place in the 10th District two years ago today. The club, an LGBTQ sanctuary, was hosting its “Latin Night” when 49 people were killed and 53 wounded. At the time, it was the worst terrorist attack in the U.S.
Measure Would Block Arming Teachers with Anti-Terror Funding
Yesterday, the House Committee on Homeland Security passed a measure introduced by Rep. Val Demings (FL-10), which would prohibit the purchase of firearms for teachers with anti-terror funding. Specifically, it would block the use of State Homeland Security Grant Program and Urban Area Security Initiative Program grants to purchase firearms, ammunition, and firearm accessories for any purpose.
This week, Rep. Demings introduced the bipartisan ‘Defend Against Russian Disinformation Act.’ Today, the House of Representatives voted to include two provisions from that bill as bipartisan amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Rep. Demings Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Counter Russian Election Interference
Rep. Demings Announces Renewed Homeland Security Funding for Orlando
City Receives $1,500,000 in Renewed Anti-Terror Funding
Today, former Orlando Police Chief Rep. Val Demings (FL-10) made the following statement in honor of the beginning of National Police Week.
Today, Rep. Val Demings (FL-10) commented on President Trump’s decision to break the Iran nuclear deal.
Today, Governor Scott announced Opportunity Zone designations for the state of Florida. The Opportunity Zone Program is designed to drive long-term capital investments to rural and urban communities that have fallen behind in economic growth compared to other parts of their region.
Today, Rep. Demings (FL-10) issued the following statement opposing the Department of Interior’s proposed lease sale for oil and gas drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR).
Today, the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) voted seven to zero to rescind their authorization to prepare an application to privatize airport security. This reversal of course comes following a meeting organized and led by Rep. Demings at the end of March. Rep.