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Saturday, May 18, 2024

U.S. Rep. Neal Dunn (FL)

Recent News About U.S. Rep. Neal Dunn (FL)

  • NOAA increases red and gray snapper catch limits after Congressman's appeal

    Congressman Neal Dunn of Florida-02 expressed his approval today for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) decision to issue a final rule that would modify calibration ratios used to compare recreational red snapper landings estimates and increase the catch limits for Gulf of Mexico gray snappers. This decision was made in coordination with the Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council.

  • Congressman applauds Nammo-Raytheon expansion plan for Florida plant

    Congressman Neal Dunn (Florida-02) has publicly commended the international aerospace company Nammo and America-based Raytheon on their recent agreement to expand Nammo's existing manufacturing facility in Perry, Florida.

  • Congressman Dunn Introduces Bill to Ensure Access to Mental Health Services for Children on Medicaid

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Neal Dunn, M.D. (Florida-02), alongside Congresswoman Angie Craig (Minnesota-02), has introduced the Improving CARE for Youth Act, a bill aimed at improving access to mental health services for children on Medicaid. The bill focuses on addressing the barriers that hinder children from receiving timely mental health care within the Medicaid system.Congressman Dunn emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, “Our youth’s mental health is worse than it’s ever been, especially following the destructive COVID-19 lockdowns. Protecting the...

  • Congressman Dunn: “We Must Support Israel!”

    PANAMA CITY, FL – Congressman Neal Dunn, M.D. (Florida-02) released a statement today condemning Iran's recent attack on Israel. In his address, Congressman Dunn emphasized the importance of supporting Israel in the face of aggression.Congressman Dunn stated, “We Must Support Israel!” and went on to express his concerns about the Biden Administration's approach towards Iran. He remarked, “The Biden Administration’s appeasement of Iran has emboldened Iran to directly attack Israel after months of green-lighting attacks on US service members. Iran’s leadership is pure evil....

  • Congressman Dunn Announces a U.S. Postal Service Audit in Leon County

    TALLAHASSEE, FL – Congressman Neal Dunn, M.D. (Florida-02) has announced that the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) Audit Team has initiated an audit of USPS locations in Leon County, including the processing and distribution center.In a statement, Congressman Dunn expressed his appreciation for the audit team's intervention, saying, “I’m grateful to USPS for sending an audit team to address the current processing and delivery issues in Leon County. For months, my office has received calls from worried constituents who dealt with poor service,...

  • Congressman Dunn Criticizes Biden Administration's Push for Government Price Controls

    Congressman Neal Dunn and House Energy & Commerce Health Subcommittee Chairman Brett Guthrie have raised concerns about the Biden Administration's attempt to utilize march-in authority for government price controls. Congressman Dunn stated, "Prescription drug prices and the cost of life-saving treatments are out of control, but government price controls are not the answer." He emphasized the negative impact of such controls on innovation and medical discoveries.Congressman Guthrie echoed these sentiments, criticizing the administration's overreach in the prescription drug...

  • Congressman Dunn Votes in Favor of Over 15 Million Dollars for Florida’s Second Congressional District

    Congressman Neal Dunn of Florida's Second Congressional District expressed his satisfaction with the passage of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024, stating, "This continuing appropriations package is a win for Florida’s Second Congressional District. This package includes over 15 MILLION dollars for projects throughout our district."In his statement, Congressman Dunn highlighted the various benefits that the appropriations package will bring to the district, including funding for veterans' healthcare, quality housing upgrades, and child development centers. He...

  • Congressman Dunn Joins Fight to Protect Americans’ Data from Foreign Adversaries

    Congressman Neal Dunn from Florida-02 has taken a stand in the battle to safeguard Americans' data from foreign adversaries by co-sponsoring the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act. The legislation aims to tackle immediate national security threats posed by apps like TikTok and establish a framework for the President to shield national security and privacy from foreign adversary-controlled applications in the future.In a statement, Congressman Dunn highlighted the concerning findings regarding data sharing with adversaries through...

  • Dunn, Carbajal, Rubio, Luján Introduce Bill to Keep U.S. Competitive & Secure Leadership in Space

    Congressman Neal Dunn, M.D., Congressman Salud Carbajal, Senator Marco Rubio, and Senator Ben Ray Luján have come together to introduce the Secure U.S. Leadership in Space Act of 2024. The purpose of the bill is to amend the tax code to allow spaceports to receive tax-free bonds, similar to airports and seaports.Congressman Dunn emphasized the importance of prioritizing the development of space infrastructure to stay competitive with other nations, stating, "Given the global instability, the U.S. must make the development of our space infrastructure a priority to remain...

  • Congressman Dunn Appointed to the House Task Force on Artificial Intelligence

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Neal Dunn, M.D. (Florida-02) expressed his gratitude after being appointed to the House Task Force on Artificial Intelligence by Speaker of the House Mike Johnson. Dunn emphasized the importance of maintaining America's competitive edge in AI innovation while also enhancing cybersecurity measures to protect the nation.Dunn stated, "It’s a great honor to be appointed to the House Task Force on Artificial Intelligence. Ensuring America maintains its competitive edge is of the utmost importance, especially considering the instability in key...

  • Congressman Dunn: "I Owe It To My District To Demand We Do Our Jobs"

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Neal Dunn (Florida-02) expressed his strong opposition to the Further Additional Continuing Appropriations and Other Extensions Act (H.R. 2872). In a statement released today, he emphasized the need for responsible spending and criticized the Democrats' approach to addressing important issues.Dunn highlighted the urgency of the situation at the southern border, which he witnessed firsthand just weeks ago. He argued that the continuing resolutions proposed by the Democrats only perpetuate failed policies and do not effectively address the...

  • Congressman Dunn Welcomes JetBlue to Tallahassee

    TALLAHASSEE, FL - JetBlue has officially launched daily intrastate service between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Tallahassee International Airport (TLH), and Congressman Neal Dunn, M.D. (Florida-02) is excited about this new development. Joined by Tallahassee Mayor John Dailey and Tallahassee Airport officials, Congressman Dunn expressed his enthusiasm for the new flight, stating, "The City of Tallahassee has a lot to offer, and companies are taking notice. JetBlue is the latest to see the potential in Florida's Second Congressional District, and...

  • Congressman Dunn Stresses the Importance of Supporting the Military Amid Controversial FISA Extension

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Neal Dunn, M.D. (Florida-02) has emphasized the need to prioritize the well-being of the U.S. military following the passage of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (H.R. 2670) by the House of Representatives. In a statement, Congressman Dunn stated, "Today I voted to support our U.S. Military. I consider myself incredibly fortunate to represent a district where thousands have dedicated their lives to protecting our great nation."However, Congressman Dunn expressed his disappointment with the inclusion of a Foreign...

  • Congressman Dunn: “Condemning Antisemitism is NOT overreach. It’s the right thing to do!”

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a recent development, Congressman Neal Dunn, M.D. (Florida-02), expressed his concern and disappointment after witnessing the division among Democrats regarding a resolution condemning antisemitism on university campuses and the testimony of university presidents. The resolution, known as H.Res. 927, was passed in the House of Representatives with a vote of 303-126-3."The fact that a simple resolution condemning antisemitism on campuses and the testimony of university presidents DIVIDED Democrats today is frightening," stated Congressman Dunn. He...

  • Congressman Dunn: "College Football Failed Florida State"

    TALLAHASSEE, FL - Congressman Neal Dunn, M.D. (Florida-02) expressed his disappointment with the College Football Playoff (CFP) Selection Committee's decision to exclude Florida State University (FSU) from the College Football Playoff. In a statement, Congressman Dunn stated, "College football failed Florida State University. It's a shame that an undefeated team, who earned every bit of their perfect season, won't even get a shot in the College Football Playoffs. What does college football have against Florida State and Tallahassee?"The congressman emphasized that the...

  • Congressman Dunn Calls for a B-1/B-2 Visa Requirement in the Northern Mariana Islands

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Neal Dunn, M.D. (Florida-02) has raised concerns about the visa policy for Chinese nationals entering the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI). In a letter to U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, Congressman Dunn emphasized the need for a B-1/B-2 visa requirement to deter potential threats from the Chinese Communist Party.Currently, the CNMI is the only U.S. territory that allows Chinese nationals to enter visa-free for a period of 14 days. While law enforcement in the islands has been successful in...

  • Congressman Dunn Supports Speaker Johnson's Strategy to Prevent Another Omnibus

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Neal Dunn (Florida-02) expressed his support for Speaker Johnson's strategy to prevent the last-minute passing of a massive omnibus spending bill, as he believes it is time for the government to start working as it should.In a statement released after the House of Representatives' passage of the Further Continuing Appropriations and Other Extensions Act (H.R. 6363), Congressman Dunn highlighted his opposition to last year's last-minute $1.85 trillion spending bill and his determination to prevent a similar situation from occurring again. He...

  • Congressman Dunn Supports NOAA's Decision on 10-Knot Speed Limit in Gulf of Mexico

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Neal Dunn (Florida-02) has expressed his support for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) decision to deny a petition for a mandatory 10-knot speed limit in the Gulf of Mexico. In a statement, Congressman Dunn emphasized the importance of the Gulf of Mexico for Florida's commercial fishermen, tourism industry, and shipping sector."A mandatory 10-knot speed limit, as proposed in the petition, would have had severe consequences for the Gulf Coast's economy," said Congressman Dunn. "It would have slowed shipping lines,...

  • Congressman Dunn Helps Secure Over $11 Million for the Panama City Port Authority

    The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has announced a significant grant of $11,250,000 for the expansion of Port Panama City in Florida. Congressman Neal Dunn, M.D., who represents Florida’s 2nd Congressional District, has been instrumental in securing this funding.In a statement, Congressman Dunn expressed his enthusiasm for the grant, saying, "This grant funding for Port Panama City is outstanding news for Florida’s Second Congressional District! The PCPA is Northwest Florida’s primary port that supports over 11,000 jobs in the Panhandle. I worked with PCPA to...

  • Representatives Dunn, Mills, and Moskowitz Fight to Waive Evacuation Costs for Americans Escaping Terrorism in Israel

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressmen Neal Dunn, Cory Mills, and Jared Moskowitz have introduced a bill that aims to waive the costs of evacuation for United States citizens fleeing war or acts of terrorism. The bill directs the State Department to authorize the waiving of expenses related to the evacuation of American citizens in such situations.Congressman Dunn highlighted the urgency of the issue, stating, "Thousands of Americans are in Israel, including constituents from my district, who need help evacuating. Americans can contact the federal government for help; however,...