U.S. House Passes Travel Promotion Bill
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With tourism one of the most vital industries in the state of Florida, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor spoke on the House floor today in support of a bill designed to encourage visitors from other countries to travel to the United States, a move that has the potential to create thousands of jobs in our nation. Castor's Breast Cancer Disparities Bill Gets Hearing
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A bill introduced by Congresswoman Kathy Castor to eliminate disparities in breast cancer diagnosis and treatment will be the subject of a significant hearing Wednesday in the Subcommittee on Health. The Eliminating Disparities in Breast Cancer Treatment Act of 2009 will create incentives and requirements for adequate care for all women, regardless of race, income or health insurance status. Veterans Can Seek Emergency Post-9/11 G.I. Bill Benefits
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Veterans whose post-9/11 G.I. Bill education benefits have been delayed can receive emergency payments starting today at the St. Petersburg VA Regional Office, Congresswoman Kathy Castor announced. As of today, veterans also can apply online at www.va.gov. Castor Secures $6 Million for Ports Tampa, Manatee
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Congresswoman Kathy Castor secured nearly $6 million today for improvements to the Port of Tampa and Port Manatee. The money will bolster our region’s vibrant shipping industry, which supports hundreds of jobs in the Tampa Bay area. Castor Calls on EPA to Further Review Cypress Creek Development
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Congresswoman Kathy Castor, who first raised concerns about Cypress Creek Town Center when she was a county commissioner, continues to be deeply worried about the impact of the proposed new shopping mall on Tampa’s water supply. Castor Votes To Protect Seniors from Medicare Premium Increases
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“The Medicare Premium Fairness Act ensures that millions of seniors will not see increases in their 2010 Medicare Part B premiums. Castor Statement on Extending Unemployment Benefits
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Congresswoman Kathy Castor released the following statement regarding the House’s passage of legislation to provide extended unemployment benefits in at least 27 states, including Florida: Castor Champions Student Financial Aid Legislation
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The Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act, cosponsored by Florida Congresswoman Kathy Castor, is poised to pass the U.S. House of Representatives this week. Congresswoman Castor’s Statement on President Obama’s Address on Health Care
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“Health insurance reform is vital to Florida families and businesses. The status quo is not working for too many of my neighbors and is too expensive. West Tampa Post Office To Remain Open
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The West Tampa Post Office will remain open, Congresswoman Kathy Castor announced today. “I am elated,” Castor said. “What a relief for our neighbors and community who depend on this post office branch every day.” Browse Documents by Date or Issue |
