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New Staff Joins Castor's Team

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The start of the 112th Congress brings some new faces to Congresswoman Kathy Castor’s office. Castor is committed to having a diverse staff dedicated to serving Tampa Bay area residents.

Castor to Host Cuba Information Session

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Congresswoman Kathy Castor will conduct an information session for business leaders, travel agents, charter companies, religious and educational organizations and others to learn more about new travel and business opportunities in relation to the Obama Administration’s Cuba policy changes.

Castor Tapped for Armed Services, Budget Committees

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Congresswoman Kathy Castor has been tapped to serve on the Armed Services Committee and the Budget Committee in the new 112th Congress. Castor sought the Armed Services assignment to focus on local jobs related to MacDill Air Force Base and the brave men and women who serve our nation, veterans and their families. Castor also sought a seat on the Budget Committee to work on cutting our nation’s deficit, which many economists say is among the biggest threats facing our nation.

TIA To Open for Cuba Charter Flights

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U.S. Congresswoman Kathy Castor announced today that Tampa Bay area families soon will be able to travel directly from Tampa International Airport to Cuba to visit their loved ones in the island nation. They no longer will have to endure the additional financial and logistical hardship of traveling through the Miami Airport.

Castor offers condolences and support for Rep. Giffords and others in Arizona tragedy

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Congresswoman Kathy Castor released the following statement today upon the shooting of her friend and colleague, U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords: "Gabby is a smart, hard working, highly respected member of the U.S. Congress. We were elected together in 2006 and formed an instant friendship, serving together on the Armed Services committee. I also had the privilege of joining her at…

House Improves Post-9/11 GI Bill for Vets

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Veterans will have more opportunities to pursue higher education as a result of a bill the U.S. House of Representatives passed today. The Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Improvements Act of 2010, co-sponsored by Rep. Kathy Castor, will give those who served in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars greater access and resources to our vocational and trade schools.