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Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) released the following statement in commemoration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and the National Day of Service, which honor the life and legacy of the civil rights leader: “We are reminded often of the leaders that have come to shape the outlook for progressive initiatives that ultimately serve to carry our nation and the world into a more humane, equitable position than what they found. Few can argue the tremendous impact that one such individual, Dr. Mart... Read more

Today, Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) introduced the Defend Israel by Defunding Foreign Aid Act of 2015, which prohibits assistance to the Palestinian Authority (PA) until it withdraws its request to join the International Criminal Court (ICC): “Palestinian President Mahmooud Abbas’ application to join the International Criminal Court (ICC) is an affront to all of those who have engaged for years in efforts to accomplish a peaceful resolution to the decades long Israeli–Palestinian conflic... Read more

Today, Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) congratulated the Lauderdale Lakes Middle School Vikings on winning the 2014-15 Broward County Middle School Athletic Association basketball championship. The team, which finished the season with a perfect 14-0 record, is sponsored by Helping Abused, Neglected, Disadvantaged Youth (HANDY), a Broward County-based agency focused on supporting at-risk youth. “I am truly honored to congratulate the undefeated Lauderdale Lakes Middle School Vikings. Under t... Read more

Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (FL-20) made the following statement on the 5th Anniversary of the Haiti earthquake: “Five years have passed since the catastrophic 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Haiti killing over 200,000 Haitians and affecting millions more. The horrific earthquake left the Haitian landscape strewn with ruble as the country’s infrastructure was nearly destroyed in total. “The devastation the world witnessed in Haiti five years ago led to an outpouring of humanitarian aid with ne... Read more

Today, Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) made the following statement on the tragic shooting that took place in Paris, France: “It is with deepest sympathy that I offer my thoughts and prayers to the families and friends of the 12 individuals who lost their lives as well as all those who were injured in today’s deadly attack. This was a heinous and cruel act of violence, and an incredibly dark day not only for French journalism, but for all of France. “Local authorities and rescue personnel a... Read more

Today, Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) sent the following letter to the Secretary of the Department of Energy requesting that the Strategic Petroleum Reserve be filled to its maximum capacity. (Please find below and attached a copy of the letter). January 6, 2015 The Honorable Ernest Moniz Secretary U.S. Department of Energy 1000 Independence Ave., SW Washington, DC 20585 Dear Secretary Moniz: The Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) plays a critical role in our country’s energy policy. Recent... Read more

Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) released the following statement in celebration of the 104th Anniversary of the founding of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.: “Since January 5, 1911, members of Kappa Alpha Psi, Fraternity, Inc. have exemplified excellence and achievement in every field of human endeavor. Our precious fraternity has come a long way since the days of our founders, and with hundreds of thousands of members worldwide, it has grown to be larger and more influential than even they... Read more

​Today, Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) released the following statement applauding the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to deny the extension of a stay on Florida’s same-sex marriage ban, found unconstitutional by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida: “I am pleased and heartened by the U.S. Supreme Court’s denial of Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi’s request that Justice Clarence Thomas, who oversees emergency appeals from Florida, extend a stay preventing the state ... Read more

Today, Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) sent the following letter to Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi, urging her to immediately withdraw her support of the State’s ban on marriage between same-sex couples (letter attached): December 18, 2014 The Honorable Pam Bondi Attorney General State of Florida The Capitol PL-01 Tallahassee, FL 32399-1050 Dear Attorney General Bondi: Both as a citizen and a Member of Congress, I write to oppose your misguided decision to defend Florida’s ban on marria... Read more

Today, Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) made the following statement regarding the release of Alan Gross, an American aid worker imprisoned in Cuba since 2009 for working to expand internet access for the Cuban people: “After spending five long years in a Cuban prison, Alan Gross is now free to return home to his family. Both he and his family have paid an enormous personal price, and I am pleased that his unjust detainment has finally come to an end. I would like to commend my colleagues in... Read more