Byron Donalds
U.S. Representative · FL-19 · Republican
Statements and posts
115 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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Donalds Introduces the STARS Act
Introduced bill to establish United States Space Academy permanently in Florida.
“is the 28th piece of legislation introduced by Congressman Donalds in the 119th Congress and is co-led by Senator Ashley Moody (R-FL) in the Senate. Congressman Mike Haridopolos (R-FL) is an original co-sponsor in the House.”
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Donalds Votes to Ban Congressional Insider Trading and Secure the Ballot Box
Voted to pass legislative package banning congressional insider trading and requiring voter ID for federal elections.
“We are putting an end to self-enrichment in the halls of Congress. If you are elected to serve the people, your focus should be on your constituents, not your personal stock portfolio”
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Donalds Introduces the Protecting Ratepayers Act
Introduced bill requiring data centers to source all energy and water from alternative sources.
“to ensure that private developers, rather than American taxpayers, bear the investment costs of data center developments that advance our country's technological dominance.”
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Donalds Introduces the Tax Dollar Accountability Act
Introduced bill requiring state and local governments to open financial records to federal auditors.
“to protect hard-earned taxpayer dollars by requiring local and state governments to open their financial books to federal auditors or face a total freeze of their federal funds.”
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Donalds and Moskowitz Release Bipartisan Hurricane Preparedness for Floridians
Released bipartisan hurricane preparedness public service announcement for Florida residents.
“Protecting Florida communities is a shared duty that transcends any political divide. The safety and security of all Floridians is paramount, especially as we enter this hurricane season”
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Donalds Releases Hurricane Preparedness Guide for Southwest Florida Residents
Released hurricane preparedness guide with emergency resources for Southwest Florida.
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Donalds Introduces the Restore Florida Water Independence Act
Introduced bipartisan bill to restore Florida's wetland permitting authority under Clean Water Act.
“to reverse a detrimental decision from the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia that discontinued the State of Florida's Section 404 permitting authority.”
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Donalds Commends President Trump and DOJ Following the Indictment of Raúl Castro
Commended Trump administration for indicting Raúl Castro for 1996 aircraft downing.
“This is a day of justice for the Cuban people. This is a day of justice for Cuban-Americans in Florida and all across the United States of America. For more than 60 years, we have witnessed very close to our shores, 90 miles off the coast of Florida, we have witnessed a communist dictatorship led by the Castros”
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Donalds Introduces The Build Nuclear With Local Materials Act
Introduced bipartisan bill to reduce regulatory requirements for nuclear facility construction.
“This bill ensures that more Bay Staters would do the work when Massachusetts moves to build clean, dispatchable, affordable power.”
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Introduced bill requiring evaluation of biometric entry-exit system implementation.
“Knowing who has come into our country is fundamental to our nation’s sovereignty and survival. Under President Trump’s leadership and with the help of the Department of Homeland Security, the border has been secured, but the work is far from over.”
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Donalds Introduces The Defining Dealer Act: Preventing Government Overreach In Our Financial Markets
Introduced bill to clarify regulatory distinctions between professional firms and private traders in securities markets.
“It is no secret that the Biden administration deputized regulators to circumvent Congress and carry out their political agenda. Under then-Chairman Gensler, the SEC disregarded decades of securities law, and tried to put the federal government in the middle of every transaction.”
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Donalds Secures Win For Florida Condo Borrowers And Owners: FHFA Eliminates Limited Review Process
Secured FHFA elimination of restrictive Limited Review process for Florida condominium borrowers.
“For the last 17 years, the Florida condo market has been singled out and subjected to overly burdensome Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac restrictions that don’t apply to any other state in the country.”
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Joined signing of Secretarial Natural Disaster Declaration for Florida agricultural losses.
“This winter, our state faced devastating freezes, frost, and high winds that caused $3.17 billion in agricultural losses. Floridians need relief now.”
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Shared State Department guidance for Floridians in Middle East conflict zones.
“U.S. Department of State – Security Alerts for U.S. Citizens”
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Shared State Department evacuation guidance for Americans in Middle East.
“U.S. Department of State – Security Alerts for U.S. Citizens”
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Donalds Joins House Oversight Committee: Addresses Fraud And Misuse Of Federal Funds In Minnesota
Joined House Oversight Committee hearing on fraud and misuse of federal funds in Minnesota social programs.
“Your former chief of staff was notified directly by these various commissioners about the fraud in Minnesota”
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Rep. Donalds Hosts Dedication Ceremony of the Frederick Douglass Press Gallery
Hosted dedication ceremony for Frederick Douglass Press Gallery in U.S. Capitol.
“It is an honor to be here as we dedicate this gallery to a man who truly understood the weight of words. Today, in the U.S. Capitol, we pay a debt of gratitude to a quintessential American hero.”
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Value Over Cost Act passed committee with unanimous bipartisan support, advancing to House floor.
“works to make government efficient again by increasing contractual flexibility and contracting competition, providing clarity for acquisition stakeholders, maximizing the Federal Government’s ability to procure modern technology, and helping the small business community by reducing regulatory burdens. H.R.”
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Questioned HUD Secretary on housing affordability and Florida condominium policy impacts.
“For 17 years, this policy has only applied to Florida and has negatively impacted condominium owners throughout my state...[Floridians should] not be disadvantaged just because they chose to make Florida their home.”
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Donalds Joins House Oversight Committee: Votes To Hold The Clintons In Contempt Of Congress
Voted to hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress for refusing subpoena compliance.
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Participated in House Oversight hearing on Somali fraud in Minnesota social services programs.
“Oversight of Fraud and Misuse of Federal Funds in Minnesota: Part I.”
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Released disaster relief guidance for Collier County small businesses affected by June drought.
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Donalds Releases Statement On The Arrest Of Nicolás Maduro
Praised Trump administration's capture of Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro as narco-terrorist threat.
“Maduro used foreign terrorist organizations to traffic deadly drugs and violence into our country, killing countless Americans. He was one of the largest narco-traffickers in the world and a threat to our national security. This morning, he was captured. This is 'Peace Through Strength.' Justice will be served.”
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Donalds led Florida delegation in praising SpaceX Starship program implementation at Kennedy Space Center.
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Donalds Joins House Oversight Committee: Addresses The Failed ACA Marketplace
Testified at House Oversight Committee hearing on healthcare costs and technology innovation.
“Lowering the Cost of Healthcare: Technology’s Role in Driving Affordability”
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