Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart (R-Fla.)
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Recent News About Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart (R-Fla.)
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House approves Israel Security Assistance Support Act
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Israel Security Assistance Support Act, a piece of legislation aimed at supporting Israel's national security and countering what some see as misguided efforts by President Biden to withhold critical security resources. The bill was introduced by House Appropriations Defense Subcommittee Chairman Ken Calvert (R-CA) and cosponsored by Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK), State and Foreign Operations Subcommittee Chairman Mario Díaz-Balart (R-FL), and Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee Chairman David Joyce (R-OH). It was...
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Rep. Díaz-Balart to host check presentations and honor Miriam Urra at Miami event
Representative Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26) has extended an invitation to media personnel to attend the Mother's Day Celebration at the City of Miami's Allapattah Community Action Center. The event, scheduled for Friday, May 10, 2024, at 11:30 a.m., will feature special check presentation ceremonies and will honor Miriam Urra, Executive Director of the Allapattah Community Elderly and Childcare Centers, with a congressional record in recognition of Women's History Month.
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Díaz-Balart announces winner of 2024 Congressional Art Competition
Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26) has announced Natalie Castro, a junior at Youth Co-Op Preparatory High School and a resident of Hialeah, Florida, as the winner of the 26th Congressional District's 2024 Congressional Art Competition, titled "An Artistic Discovery." Natalie's artwork, titled “Great Blue Heron,” was selected from among 100 entries submitted by students from seven participating schools. Natalie’s piece will be showcased in the U.S. Capitol for one year.
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Díaz-Balart: Israel has the Absolute Right to Defend Itself and Duty to Protect its People
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26), Chairman of the Subcommittee on the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs of the House Committee on Appropriations, issued the following statement regarding Israeli Defense Forces's actions to destroy Hamas in Rafah:In response to the ongoing conflict, Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart emphasized that, "Let us not forget that Hamas has brought this upon the people of Gaza, not Israel. Hamas is solely responsible for what is happening in Rafah today."Díaz-Balart further asserted, "It is Israel's...
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Members of Congressional Latino-Jewish Caucus Condemn President Petro's Decision to Sever Diplomatic Relations with Israel
WASHINGTON D.C.– Today, U.S. Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart(FL-26), along with co-chairs Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz(FL-25), Tony Gonzales(TX-23), Adriano Espaillat(NY-13), Rep. Henry Cuellar(TX-28), and Rep. María Elvira Salazar(FL-27) released a joint statement regarding Colombian President Petro's recent decision to sever diplomatic relations with Israel.In the statement, the group expressed their strong disapproval, stating, "As bipartisan friends of the Colombian and Israeli people, we unequivocally condemn President Petro’s decision to unilaterally sever diplomatic...
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Rep. Díaz-Balart to Host Annual Congressional Art Competition
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26) is set to host a reception in honor of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition on Friday, May 3 at the Mary Collins Community Center.The competition aims to showcase the artistic prowess of high school students from Congressional District 26. In a statement, the event organizers mentioned that the purpose of the event is to "highlight the artistic talent of high school students from Congressional District 26."The event is scheduled to take place on Friday, May 3, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. at the Mary Collins Community...
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Concerns Raised Over DHS's Preparedness for FIFA World Cup 2026
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26), Carlos Giménez (FL-28), and María Elvira Salazar (FL-27) have raised concerns about the Department of Homeland Security's readiness for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026, which will be hosted by the United States in eleven different sites, including the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.In a letter addressed to DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, the representatives highlighted the lack of information and preparation from the administration regarding security measures for the World Cup. They expressed...
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Rep. Díaz-Balart Hosts Check Presentation for Collier County Projects
Representative Mario Díaz-Balart of Florida is set to host two special check presentation ceremonies in Collier County, Florida. The events, scheduled for Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 2:00 p.m., will mark the funding secured for the Collier County Sheriff policing equipment upgrades and the Collier Area Transit Maintenance Facility.In a statement, Rep. Díaz-Balart highlighted the importance of the funding for the projects, stating, "The upgrade of the Sheriff's Office vehicle fleet and mobile radios will ensure that law enforcement is equipped with the necessary tools and...
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Rep. Díaz-Balart to Present Funds for Everglades Pump Stations Rehabilitation
Representative Mario Díaz-Balart is pleased to invite members of the media to attend a special check presentation ceremony tomorrow, Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. The event celebrates the funding secured for the repair and rehabilitation to improve the operation and reliability of the pump stations in Everglades City and Carnestown. In the words of Rep. Díaz-Balart, "These improvements are needed to avoid sewer overflows and significantly reduce the risk of environmental and ecological damage to surrounding areas."The project received funding through the...
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Rep. Díaz-Balart to Present Check to Pace Center for Girls, Collier at Immokalee
Representative Mario Díaz-Balart of Florida is set to host a check presentation ceremony for the Pace Center for Girls, Collier at Immokalee, as part of an initiative to bolster security measures. The funding for this project was secured through the Consolidated Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2024, approved by Congress and signed by the President on March 9th, 2024.During the event, scheduled for Tuesday, April 23 at 3:30 p.m., Rep. Díaz-Balart will be joined by key figures including Mary Marx, President and CEO of Pace Center for Girls, and Marianne Kearns, Executive...
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Rep. Díaz-Balart Presents Funding for Virginia Gardens Law Enforcement Vehicle Upgrades
Representative Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26) has extended an invitation to the media to attend a special check presentation ceremony scheduled for Monday, April 22, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. The event aims to mark the funding secured for the Village of Virginia Gardens law enforcement vehicle upgrades, including marked police vehicles. The funding for this project was made possible through the Consolidated Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2024, approved by Congress and signed by the President on March 9th, 2024.The ceremony will see the participation of key individuals, including...
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Díaz-Balart's Statement on Passage of National Security Supplementals
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26), Chairman of the Subcommittee on the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs of the House Committee on Appropriations, expressed his satisfaction with the recent passing of crucial security supplemental bills. Díaz-Balart emphasized the importance of these legislations, stating, "As Chairman of the subcommittee that provides funds for national security and foreign assistance priorities, I am very pleased the House passed these important pieces of legislation."In his statement, Díaz-Balart...
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Rep. Díaz-Balart Supports "End the Border Catastrophe Act" to Address Border Crisis
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26) voiced his support for the "End the Border Catastrophe Act," incorporating essential elements from H.R. 2, the "Secure the Border Act of 2023," a bill he authored and sponsored.Díaz-Balart criticized the Biden Administration's handling of the border situation, stating, "For more than three years, President Biden and his Administration have sat on their hands and just watched the ongoing crisis at our southern border get worse; ignoring the dangerous implications on the safety and security of the American people and...
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Díaz-Balart's Statement on Series of Security Supplemental Bills
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26), Chairman of the Subcommittee on the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs of the House Committee on Appropriations, expressed his support for a series of critical security supplemental bills in a recent statement."As Chairman of the subcommittee that provides funds for national security and foreign assistance priorities, I am proud to be an original cosponsor of these important pieces of legislation," stated Congressman Díaz-Balart.Highlighting the threats posed by countries like communist...
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U.S. Congressional Czech Caucus Co-Chairs Meet with Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala
WASHINGTON, D.C.–U.S. Representatives and Co-Chairs of the Congressional Czech Caucus, Mario Díaz-Balart (R-FL) and Lloyd Doggett (D-TX), recently met with the Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, Petr Fiala, in a significant diplomatic encounter. The meeting included discussions on various national security matters and shared objectives between the two nations.The co-chairs expressed their gratitude, stating, "As co-chairs of the Congressional Czech Republic Caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives, we were honored to welcome the Prime Minister, Petr Fiala of the...
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Cole, Díaz-Balart, Calvert, Rogers, McCaul, Turner Support Passage of the Supplemental
WASHINGTON, D.C.– House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK), House Appropriations State and Foreign Operations Subcommittee Chairman Mario Díaz-Balart (R-FL), House Appropriations Defense Subcommittee Chairman Ken Calvert (R-CA), House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL), House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul (R-TX), and House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Mike Turner (R-OH) have voiced their support for the passage of the full national security supplemental.Cole emphasized the importance of passing...
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Díaz-Balart, Donalds, and Franklin Lead Florida Congressional Delegation Letter to Protect Sacred and Precious Access to the Big Cypress National Preserve
In a bipartisan effort, Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart, along with Representatives Byron Donalds and Scott Franklin, have spearheaded a letter to the Biden administration urging the protection of the Big Cypress National Preserve in Florida. The letter, supported by 15 additional colleagues from Florida, emphasizes the importance of safeguarding the preserve from potential wilderness designation by the current administration.Rep. Díaz-Balart highlighted the significance of the preserve, stating, "As we approach the 50th Anniversary of the Big Cypress National Preserve, it...
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Mario Díaz-Balart Advocates for Strong U.S. Foreign Policy in Op-Ed
In an op-ed published by the Miami Herald, U.S. Representative Mario Díaz-Balart emphasized the importance of robust foreign policy measures, stating, "Americans deserve better than a weak and confused foreign policy."Díaz-Balart highlighted the significance of the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024, in reestablishing American leadership and addressing critical national security concerns. He noted, "This important legislation advances freedom, manifests strong solidarity with our allies, and stands firm against the malign forces that undermine U.S. national...
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Taiwan Caucus Co-Chairs Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Reaffirming U.S. Commitment to Taiwan, Recognizing 45th Anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Today, U.S. Representatives Mario Díaz-Balart (R-FL), Ami Bera, M.D. (D-CA), Gerald E. Connolly (D-VA), and Andy Barr (R-KY), Co-Chairs of the Congressional Taiwan Caucus, introduced a bipartisan resolution reaffirming the United States’ commitment to Taiwan and commemorating the 45th anniversary of the enactment of the Taiwan Relations Act (TRA). The resolution is cosponsored by a bipartisan group of 63 Members of Congress.Enacted on April 10, 1979, the TRA is an historic piece of legislation that embodies the United States’ commitment to make defense...
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Taiwan Caucus Co-Chairs Release Statement Following Natural Disasters in Taiwan
WASHINGTON, D.C.– Representative Mario Díaz-Balart (R-FL), Representative Gerry Connolly (D-VA), Representative Andy Barr (R-KY), and Representative Ami Bera, M.D. (D-CA), Co-Chairs of the Congressional Taiwan Caucus, released a statement following the natural disasters in Taiwan.“Our thoughts are with the people of Taiwan who have lost loved ones and are affected by the recent earthquake. We commend both the Taiwanese authorities and emergency services who acted swiftly to react to the aftermath of the earthquake as well as the countless civilians who are stepping up to...