Environment & Climate Change

WASHINGTON, D.C.— Today, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 9, the Climate Action Now Act, which demands that the United States honor its commitment to reduce carbon emissions as detailed in the Paris Agreement. An amendment introduced by Rep. Shalala was added to the bill. The amendment recognizes the importance of addressing sea level rise, saltwater intrusion, flooding, and extreme weathe... Read more »

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Rep. Donna Shalala (FL-27) released the following statement in response to President Trump’s State of the Union address: “The State of the Union is an opportunity for the President of the United States to deliver a message to Americans with the purpose of uniting us all and giving the people of this great Nation a sense of hope and optimism. It is unfortunate that the Pre... Read more »

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Representative Donna E. Shalala (FL-27) became an original co-sponsor of H.R. 341, the bipartisan Clean Ocean and Safe Tourism (COAST) Anti-Drilling Act, legislation that would ban offshore oil and gas drilling in the in the Mid-Atlantic, South Atlantic, North Atlantic, Straits of Florida, and Eastern Gulf of Mexico planning areas. The action taken by Rep. Shalala and her c... Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Donna Shalala (FL-27) was sworn in as a Member of the United States House of Representatives, officially taking her oath to serve the people of Florida’s 27th Congressional District. “I am so humbled and honored to represent the people of South Florida, and today, we get to work, rolling up our sleeves to combat climate change, make the economy work for everyone, protect and s... Read more »