WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) issued a statement regarding the nomination of Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody to succeed Senator Marco Rubio (FL) in the United States Senate:

“For the first time in history, a U.S. Senator representing the State of Florida will hail from Tampa/Hillsborough County once Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is sworn into the Senate. I look forward to working with Senator Moody on issues that lower costs and improve the lives of Florida families and small businesses,” said Castor, who is the first woman elected to represent Tampa/Hillsborough in the U.S. Congress.

“I am eager to work together on bipartisan solutions to improve the lives of Floridians, help us recover from the devastating hurricanes and protect our natural resources for future generations. While the country has yet to elect a female President, I hope that this moment in history - with strong women from Hillsborough County leading the way - will be an inspiration for all who seek to make a positive difference for their community and country.”

Four female lawyers from Hillsborough County are set to carry significant national policy responsibilities in the incoming administration and the halls of Congress. Castor was just tapped to serve as the lead Democrat on the Energy Subcommittee of the Energy and Commerce Committee in the House of Representatives following her years as Chair of the bipartisan House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis. Pamela Jo Bondi is nominated for U.S. Attorney General. And Congresswoman Laurel Lee of Brandon, a former circuit court judge and Florida Secretary of State, was just sworn into her second term, where she will serve on the Committees on Judiciary and Energy and Commerce.