Yesterday, Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26), Dean of the Florida Delegation, joined a roundtable with Uber drivers and employees at Sergio’s restaurant in Doral. The discussion focused on economic measures and tax relief included in H.R. 1, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill.
“The 2020 pandemic pushed everyone to find innovative ways to continue serving workers in the gig economy—like Uber drivers, restaurant owners, and employees—all of whom are vital to our community. It was also a privilege to meet with Sergio’s restaurant proprietor, Carlos Gazitua, an outstanding entrepreneur and a living example of America’s greatness,” said Díaz-Balart.
The congressman highlighted the efforts made by drivers and restaurants during the pandemic to adapt their services for quick and affordable food delivery. He also spoke about new tax policies designed to benefit workers.
“I enjoyed hearing about the creative solutions drivers and restaurants have developed to provide quick and affordable food delivery. I was also proud to discuss the historic tax relief and economic wins included in the One Big Beautiful Bill—such as No Tax on Tips, No Tax on Overtime, and No Tax on Car Loan Interest—all of which help hardworking Americans keep more of their earnings,” he said.
Díaz-Balart added: “I’m proud to have worked with President Trump to send the America First ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ to his desk, which has now been signed into law. This historic domestic policy legislation brings concrete wins to Florida’s 26th District: lowering taxes for working families and seniors, protecting small businesses, strengthening our national security, and keeping Southern Florida strong and prosperous.”
Mario Díaz-Balart has represented Florida’s 26th District in Congress since 2003 after serving in both chambers of Florida’s state legislature. He was born in Fort Lauderdale in 1961 and currently resides in Miami. Díaz-Balart is a graduate of the University of South Florida.
During the event at Sergio’s restaurant, Díaz-Balart met with Uber driver Robert Mitchell to discuss how provisions like “No Tax on Tips” affect local workers.
