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Rep. Webster Urges the NCAA to Protect Women’s Sports

Washington, D.C. — Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, together with Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (R-NY) and 15 of his Republican colleagues, have called on National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) President Charlie Baker to revise NCAA policies and prohibit biological men from competing in women’s sports.In a letter addressed to President Baker, Congressman Webster highlighted the recent decision by the NAIA Council of Presidents to bar biological males, who have undergone hormone therapy, from participating in women's sports. Webster stated, "As you...

By South Lake Today | Apr 18, 2024

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Webster Votes to Pass Slate of Legislation Holding Iran Accountable

Washington, D.C. — Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, has voiced his support for a series of legislative measures aimed at holding Iran and its associated terrorist groups accountable for their aggressive actions on the international stage, particularly concerning their unjust attacks on Israel. Rep. Webster emphasized the significance of these legislative actions by stating, "As the world’s largest state-sponsor of terrorism, Iran is a proven opponent of U.S. interests, international security, and universal values of liberty." He further added, "The...

By South Lake Today | Apr 17, 2024

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Webster and Colleagues Seek Information on CCP-Linked Tutoring Service

By South Lake Today | Apr 15, 2024

Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, along with U.S. Representative Tim Walberg and 11 other House colleagues, have requested information from Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona regarding Tutor.com's ties to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The members expressed concerns about the potential national security risks associated with Tutor.com, which was purchased by Chinese-owned Primavera Capital Group in 2022."This connection raises serious questions about data privacy, security protocols, and the potential exploitation of sensitive information," the members wrote in...

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Webster Stresses Importance of Safeguarding American’s Personal Liberties in New Legislation

By South Lake Today | Apr 12, 2024

Washington, D.C. — Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, emphasized the significance of protecting American citizens' personal liberties in a recent statement regarding H.R. 7888, the Reforming Intelligence and Securing America Act."Safeguarding American citizens’ personal liberty is one of my priorities. I’ve been a consistent voice that Congress must institute strong safeguards on the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) program," stated Webster.He highlighted the reforms within the bill, stating, "This bill includes numerous reforms that ends FISA...

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Webster Statement on Spending Package

By South Lake Today | Mar 22, 2024

Washington, D.C. — Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, released a statement regarding the House’s second appropriations package, the Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024."I ran for office pledging to do my part to slow the spigot of spending. I supported the first appropriations package because it saves taxpayers more than $200 billion, protects veterans Second Amendment rights, stops the DOJ from targeting parents and cuts the budgets of the ATF, EPA, and DOJ," stated Congressman Webster.While acknowledging the importance of funding for certain...

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Webster Votes to Repeal EPA’s Green Slush Fund

By South Lake Today | Mar 22, 2024

Washington, D.C. — Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, released a statement after voting to pass H.R. 1023, the Cutting Green Corruption and Taxes Act, legislation that repeals the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, and proposed tax on natural gas."Today I voted to repeal Democrats $27 billion ‘green new deal’ slush fund," said Rep. Webster. "Rather than investing to restore American energy independence, Democrats so-called Inflation Reduction Act created a $27 billion ‘green bank’ that results in taxpayer dollars going to...

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Webster Votes to Streamline Clean Water Act Permitting

By South Lake Today | Mar 21, 2024

Washington, D.C. — Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, today voted to pass H.R. 7023, the Creating Confidence in Clean Water Permitting Act, legislation that would modify and streamline the Clean Water Act’s permitting process for energy producers, the agriculture industry, builders, and water utilities."Today I voted to pass H.R. 7023, which makes commonsense reforms to the Clean Water Act’s permitting process," said Rep. Webster. "This bill will increase transparency and reduce regulatory burdens, making for an efficient permitting process for important...

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Rep. Webster Fights Biden’s War on American Energy

By South Lake Today | Mar 20, 2024

Washington, D.C. — Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, today voted to pass H.R. 1121, the Protecting American Production Act, legislation that prevents the Biden Administration from unilaterally banning hydraulic fracturing and H.R. 6009, the Restoring American Energy Dominance Act, legislation that would unleash onshore energy production.In a statement, Rep. Webster expressed his views on the legislation, saying, "President Biden’s anti-American energy policies have devastated our country’s energy production and led to higher costs for families." He further...

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Transportation Committee Approves Webster’s Coast Guard Authorization Bill

By South Lake Today | Mar 20, 2024

Washington, D.C. — The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee today approved H.R. 7659, the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2024, a bill that aims to support the Coast Guard in its crucial missions. According to Subcommittee Chairman Webster, the legislation provides the necessary investments and authorities to maintain the Coast Guard's critical operations, ensuring border security and addressing recruiting challenges.In a statement, Subcommittee Chairman Webster highlighted the significance of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2024, stating, "The measure will...

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Rep. Webster and Colleagues Call on President Biden to Use U.S. Navy to Prevent Haitian Migration

By South Lake Today | Mar 18, 2024

Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, along with Representatives Matt Gaetz, Gus Bilirakis, and Anna Paulina Luna, have urged President Biden to authorize the U.S. Navy to stop the anticipated mass migration of Haitians towards the United States. The lawmakers sent a letter to President Biden requesting him to declare the situation as urgent circumstances requiring immediate federal response.During a House Armed Services Committee hearing, General Laura Richardson of the United States Southern Command expressed the need to be prepared to address the threat of...

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Rep. Webster Votes to Protect Americans From Foreign Adversaries

By South Lake Today | Mar 13, 2024

Washington, D.C. — Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, played a pivotal role in the passing of H.R. 7521, the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, aimed at safeguarding Americans from potential surveillance by applications owned by foreign government adversaries.“This bill prevents foreign government adversaries from being able to target Americans and threaten our national security through social media applications,” expressed Rep. Webster regarding the importance of the legislation.Highlighting the risks associated with...

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Webster Votes to Pass Bill Reducing Waste in Federal Office Buildings

By South Lake Today | Mar 12, 2024

Washington, D.C. — Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, today voted to pass H.R. 6276, the Utilizing Space Efficiently and Improving Technologies (USE IT) Act of 2023. This legislation directs the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and General Services Administration (GSA) to measure occupancy in federal buildings and federally leased space and requires steps to be taken to reduce or consolidate space if occupancy rate falls below 60 percent."Taxpayers should not be expected to pay the bills for federal buildings and spaces that are being left vacant and...

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House Approves Webster Bill To Help Rural Broadband Expansion

By South Lake Today | Mar 11, 2024

Washington, D.C. — Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, today voted to pass H.R. 1752, the Eliminating Barriers to Rural Internet Development Grant Eligibility (E-BRIDGE) Act. This legislation removes hurdles for broadband projects under Economic Development Administration (EDA) grants, including difficult last-mile efforts that often delay rural broadband deployment."We know broadband impact the ability of distressed communities to attract jobs and businesses across a host of other industries, including the healthcare and energy sectors," said Rep. Webster....

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Webster Votes to Pass Expanding Access to Capital Act

By South Lake Today | Mar 8, 2024

Washington, D.C. — Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, today voted to pass H.R. 2799, the Expanding Access to Capital Act, legislation that reduces regulatory barriers and create new pathways for small businesses to raise capital and go public. "Small businesses are the backbone of our nation’s economy, and it’s critical that entrepreneurs seeking to grow their businesses have access to affordable capital," said Rep. Webster. "By cutting red tape and regulatory burdens, H.R. 2799 will help strengthen our public markets, enable small businesses to thrive, and...

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Webster Bill Combatting Illegal Immigrant Crime Passes House

By South Lake Today | Mar 7, 2024

Washington, D.C. — Today, the House passed H.R. 7511, the Laken Riley Act, legislation cosponsored by Rep. Webster. The Laken Riley Act requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to issue a detainer for illegal aliens who are charged or cited with local theft or burglary."I mourn the death of Laken Riley who would still be with her family if it wasn’t for the failed immigration policies of President Biden," said Rep. Webster."I cosponsored and voted to pass H.R. 7511, to ensure that ICE has no excuses for not arresting and deporting illegal immigrants who commit crimes...

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Rep. Webster Criticizes State of the Union Address Ahead of President Biden's Speech

By South Lake Today | Mar 7, 2024

Washington, D.C. — Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, did not mince words in his assessment of the state of the union ahead of President Biden's upcoming address. Webster stated, "The state of the union is weak. This week, I asked my constituents how they view the state of our union under President Biden, and a majority agreed."Webster went on to criticize the Biden administration, attributing a series of issues to the current president's policies. He noted, "Since President Biden has taken office, Americans are less safe, and their banks accounts nearly...

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Webster Introduces Bill Recognizing Border Crisis as an Invasion

By South Lake Today | Mar 1, 2024

Washington, D.C. — Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, along with Congresswoman Debbie Lesko (R-AZ) and over 30 Republican colleagues, introduced legislation to declare the crisis at the southern border an invasion to help support legal arguments of states in federal court.“I have been to the Southern Border in Eagle Pass, Texas and seen this crisis firsthand,” said Rep. Webster. “Thanks to President Biden’s failed border policies, there have been over 8 million illegal border crossings, with over 340 known individuals being on the terrorist watchlist. Make no...

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Lake County rise or fall in 2021?

By South Lake Today | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Lake County received $7 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much did farmers in Lake County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By South Lake Today | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Lake County received $4,085,381 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Rep. Webster Supports Bills Strengthening Support for Uyghurs

By South Lake Today | Feb 16, 2024

Florida Congressman Daniel Webster, R-Clermont, has shown his support for bills aimed at bolstering assistance for Uyghurs and other ethnic minorities in the Xinjiang Autonomous Region of China. These groups have been subjected to religious and human rights violations by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).Speaking about his decision to vote in favor of these bills, Rep. Webster stated, "For years, I have voiced concern with the CCP's actions on their religious persecution of Uyghurs in Northwestern China. The violation of religious freedoms and human rights is an...