Congresswoman Kathy Castor released the following statement upon passage of historic health insurance reform legislation. Castor, a member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, had a direct hand in drafting many provisions that will benefit Floridians and their health. Her leadership role was recognized, as she was the first Floridian to speak for the bill on the floor of the House. Read more »

Congresswoman Kathy Castor is hailing the expected passage today of the Jobs for Main Street Act of 2010. Read more »

Congresswoman Kathy Castor successfully amended the Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act to aid struggling homeowners on the way to final passage by the House of Representatives today. Read more »

“We must quickly and comprehensively reform Wall Street so that the economic collapse we experienced never happens again. Read more »

Congresswoman Kathy Castor is hosting a workshop Friday to help Tampa-area small businesses compete for federal contracts, which in turn will help local businesses create more jobs in our community. Read more »

Congresswoman Kathy Castor announced her support for the Small Business Financing and Investing Act of 2009, which is expected to be considered on the House floor today. Read more »

“I am proud to support this bill today that will help all small businesses, and especially socially and economically disadvantaged small business owners in my district. This bill also includes provisions for our veterans, so both our returning and existing veterans will have improved access to capital,” said Castor. “I am pleased to be able to stand up for economic equality and support the hard-working small business owners in my district who provide 80 percent of the jobs in the Tampa Bay area.” Read more »