This week was the second in a three-week stretch before the October recess. It was an action-packed week, so take a look below to read all about the latest from D.C.
On Wednesday, Senator Rand Paul and I introduced the REINS Act with several important updates that protect Americans from the overwhelming federal bureaucracy. The original REINS Act passed the House last June. Click here to read more.
On the Floor this week, my colleagues on the Left prioritized illegal immigrants over our own American citizens. I am continuously disgusted by the border crisis, but this week 158 Members of Congress voted against the Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act. I went live on Facebook to share more about what the news didn’t show. You can watch it below.
This week also marked several important celebrations and observances for our great country. This week we celebrated the birthday of the Constitution and Air Force, and the hard work of truck drivers everywhere that keep America running! Today, we honor National POW/MIA Recognition Day, and I pray for those we’ve lost and the families still searching for answers.
Finally, I encourage all students in the district to put their tech skills to the test in this year’s Congressional App Challenge. Our winners last year designed an app that helps endangered species. I was so proud of them and am looking forward to seeing the creativity of this year’s winner! Interested students can learn more below or call our Gainesville Office at (352) 505-0838 to learn more.
With all that’s happening this Congress, it is my greatest honor to represent you and hear from you about the issues that matter most. You can read below about what we’ve been up to this week, and as always, you can stay up to date with us here, on our website , and on X , Facebook , Instagram , and YouTube .
Congresswoman Kat Cammack
Congress was back in session this week! After six weeks of August recess back home in the district, the House returned to session with a busy schedule.
I spent most of my days running from one committee hearing to another where I had the opportunity to advocate for the issues that matter most to our region in North Central Florida. I tackled issues including fairness for our citrus and dairy farmers, rural broadband accessibility, and patients with disabilities in need of organ transplants. Read below to find out more and watch the subcommittee hearing clips.
On Wednesday, we joined our neighbors across the country as we remembered and honored the Americans we lost on September 11, 2001. At the Capitol, I visited the Memorial to United Flight 93 just off the Capitol Rotunda to pay my respects. I also had the privilege of helping Young America’s Foundation place flags on the Capitol Grounds as part of their 9/11 Never Forget Project. As we get farther away from this fateful day with each passing year, I pray that we continue to share the stories, memories, and feelings from that day with future generations.
On Thursday, we recognized our policewomen as part of National Police Woman Day. Thank you to the women who put on their uniforms every day and protect our communities. I am so appreciative for all that you do. Continue reading
Congresswoman Kat Cammack (R-FL-03) and Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) introduced their updates to the Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny (REINS) Act to put power back in the people’s hands instead of the administrative state.
The REINS Act would return legislative power to Congress, check federal overreach, and ensure Americans have the tools needed to defend their rights. The REINS Act requires Congress to approve major federal agency rules and rules with an impact of $100M or more before they take effect.
The original REINS Act most recently passed the House of Representatives in June 2023. The bill stipulates that once major rules are drafted, they must then be affirmatively approved by both chambers of Congress and then signed by the President, satisfying the bicameralism and presentment requirements of the Constitution. Currently, regulations ultimately take effect unless Congress specifically disapproves.
The updated REINS Act includes the following changes: Continue reading
Attorney General Ashley Moody today announced the arrest of the owner of a caregiving company for more than $20,000 in Medicaid fraud. According to Attorney General Moody’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit investigation, Jasmine Victoria Stanley double booked and charged Medicaid for medical services never requested by a recipient.
Attorney General Ashley Moody said, “This owner of a caregiving company intentionally double billed the Florida Medicaid program for services not requested or rendered by the recipient. These fraudulent representations and charges resulted in nearly $21,000 in fraud for Florida Medicaid. Thanks to our Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, this owner is now arrested, and her scheme is shut down.”
Stanley owned Prestige Comfort Care, a personal care services provider for Medicaid recipients based in Duval County. The MFCU investigation revealed that Stanley knowingly billed Medicaid for services not rendered by a recipient or the recipient’s family. The recipient’s father provided a detailed explanation of the fraudulent claims to investigators, as well as travel documents and communication messages between the two parties showing that the recipient did not require services over certain time periods due to being out of town or sick. Continue reading
Attorney General Ashley Moody and 41 other attorneys general are calling on congressional leaders to pass legislation requiring a U.S. Surgeon General warning on all algorithm-driven social media platforms. The letter comes amid growing scrutiny of social media companies for their role in causing generational harm to young people’s mental health.
Attorney General Ashley Moody said, “Studies show that there is a link between youth’s use of social media and psychological harm. We are fighting to protect our youth online by calling on Congress to pass legislation requiring a U.S. Surgeon General warning on these platforms. This warning would not only highlight the inherent risks that social media platforms presently pose for young people, but also complement other efforts to spur attention, research and investment into the oversight of social media platforms.”
Attorney General Moody and the coalition cited growing bodies of research that link young people’s use of algorithm-driven social media platforms to psychological harm, including depression, anxiety, and even suicidal thoughts in kids and teens. The attorneys general also note how platforms feature irresistible algorithmic recommendations, infinite scrolling, and a constant stream of notifications that are designed to keep kids relentlessly engaged on the platforms, even at the expense of taking breaks, engaging in other activities, or sleeping. Continue reading
In recognition of National Preparedness Month and with storms brewing in the Atlantic Ocean, Attorney General Ashley Moody is encouraging all Floridians to take proactive steps to be ready for potential storm strikes. September is also the peak of hurricane season, and it is important that Floridians review emergency plans, gather essential supplies and stay informed about possible threats.
Attorney General Ashley Moody said, “It is National Preparedness Month, and we are in the peak of hurricane season. With multiple tropical disturbances currently being tracked in the Atlantic, it is crucial for every Floridian to assess emergency plans, update disaster kits and remain alert.”
Attorney General Moody is issuing the following tips during National Preparedness Month: Continue reading
Oct 2
Kids Games
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Umatilla Public Library in Umatilla10/211/13
Play games with friends. KG – 5th grade.
Oct 2
Farm to Table – Not Your Average Corn
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Great Scott Farms in Mount Dora
A recipe demo and sampling is included.
Oct 3
Cooking in an Instant
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM UF/IFAS Lake County Extension Office in Tavares
Join us for this hands-on cooking class to make Fall favorite’s using an electric pressure cooker via an Instant Pot and an air fryer.
(NAPSI)—With millions of U.S. high school students beginning a new school year, many have their sights set on the future as they prepare for college admissions. As part of a holistic admissions process, students use the SAT® to show their strengths and be seen by colleges and scholarships.
The SAT is valuable because it’s a strong predictor of college success, and colleges are increasingly asking students to submit test scores at the point of enrollment. In fact, after experimenting with test-optional policies during the COVID pandemic, many schools, including Dartmouth, MIT, Caltech, and Purdue, are reinstating testing requirements for admissions. And those remaining test-optional continue to use scores for critical decisions about admissions, student support, and class placement.
A wealth of recent research found that amid all the components of a college application—grades, essays, extracurricular activities—test scores are among the most useful in identifying students ready to succeed. When viewed within the context of where a student lives and learns, test scores can help confirm students’ grades or can even show their strengths beyond what their high school grades show.
Students are taking the SAT more than any other admissions exam, including the ACT. The new digital SAT meets the needs of today’s students by providing a shorter test, with more time per question, and an overall streamlined testing experience as compared to the ACT: Continue reading
(NAPSI)—If you or a loved one are among the nearly 100 million Americans affected by liver disease, consider joining the American Liver Foundation Patient Registry. By sharing your story, you can help share the future of liver health. As a participant in the registry, you will join a group of individuals dedicated to changing the face of liver disease through the advancement of new science and treatments that will benefit all.
The American Liver Foundation Patient Registry is free to join and the first-ever patient registry for all types of liver diseases, including transplant. It helps provide researchers with a better understanding of liver diseases, the effect of current treatments, and how liver disease affects patients. Until now, there has not been one central place where researchers interested in liver disease can access information on a patient’s disease history and more importantly, how patients are managing their disease and its often-debilitating symptoms and associated conditions such as: Continue reading
Rear view of young university students talking while walking up the stairs
(NAPSI)—Here’s good news for students and their parents: Whether in college or grade school, you can save money on Internet essentials and installation fees.
While free Internet access is available on most campuses and in dorms, for the best Internet connection to power your studies off campus, you’ll need a home Internet connection you can rely on.
Fortunately, many broadband providers offer budget-friendly packages and university discounts with such perks as high-speed Internet for online classes, affordable TV bundles for downtime, and special mobile phone plans with unlimited data and discounts.
What You Can Get
Providers all over the country have student offers ranging from Internet discounts to streaming bundles. Plus, you may qualify for programs from the FCC that can save you even more. Learn more about these offers, as well as other tips and resources for students at www.smartmove.us/back-to-school-Internet.
You’ll also find tips like the below for optimizing digital ecosystems at home to enhance productivity and connectivity for students of all ages. Continue reading
