American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008
07/23/2008 “Our landmark legislation today throws a lifeline to families who are struggling to maintain the American dream of home ownership during this housing crisis and economic downturn.”

Improve Medicare for America's seniors
07/09/2008 I urge the White House and Republicans in the other body to stop siding with private health insurance companies and instead join us in standing up for families who rely on medicare.

House Passes Castor Amendment
04/17/2008 With the support of House Leadership this amendment will ensure that hard working families that are feeling the strain of sky rocketing health care costs can still afford to send their children to college.

Rep. Castor speaks on Ensuring Continued Access to Student Loans Act
04/16/2008 "The new congress promised to make college more affordable for all Americans and we have delivered on that promise. Our next step today is to ensure that families can continue to access the loans they need to pay for college."

Castor fights for clean water and beaches
04/10/2008 "We're fighting for a new direction on energy policy. renewable sources of energy. We value our natural environment and we value the public health of our communities."

Rep. Castor honors Essie Mae Reed during Black History Month
02/26/2008 "Essie Mae Reed devoted her life to the poor and underprivileged in Tampa, and I am proud to honor her during Black History Month."

Rep. Castor speaks at MLK Day Interfaith Service
01/28/2008 On Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Rep. Castor speaks at Beulah Baptist Church in Tampa

Hope VI Reauthorization
01/17/2008 Rep. Castor Stands Up for Revitalized Communities, Healthy, Safe and Affordable Public Housing

Energy Independence and Security Act
12/06/2007 "I rise in support of the Energy Independence and Security Act and this rule. Today we break the stranglehold that Big Oil and the special interests have had over Washington, D.C. and over our country's energy policy."

Castor Fights for Increased Head Start Funding
11/15/2007 “This Democratic Congress is charting a new direction with wise investments in the education and health of our kids, which are certain to pay dividends in the years to come. This Congress is going to keep the promise made four decades ago to children who are born with the same potential, but because of their life circumstances, are in need of a little extra attention, health care, nutrition, and the guiding hand of a knowledgeable, talented devoted teacher which together provides them with a true Head Start.”