Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart Named Chairman of the State and Foreign Operations (SFOPS) Appropriations Subcommittee

WASHINGTON, D.C.– Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart (FL-26) issued the following statement after being named Chair of the State, Foreign Operations and Related Programs (SFOPS) Subcommittee on the House Committee on Appropriations… read more

https://mariodiazbalart.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/congressman-mario-diaz-balart-named-chairman-state-and-foreign

Diaz-Balart Sent a Letter to Secretary Mayorkas Regarding New Process for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelan Nationals

WASHINGTON, D.C.– Today, Representatives Mario Diaz-Balart (FL-26), Maria Elvira Salazar (FL-27), and Carlos A. Gimenez (FL-28) sent a letter to DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas requesting additional information on the Administration’s “New Border Enforcement Actions,” and their ramifications for Cuban, Haitian, Nicaraguan, and Venezuelan nationals seeking U.S. entry, as well as our national security… read more

https://mariodiazbalart.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/diaz-balart-salazar-gimenez-sent-letter-secretary-mayorkas-regarding-0

Diaz-Balart has earned re-election – Naples Daily News – Letters to the Editor

https://www.naplesnews.com/story/opinion/2018/10/29/letters-editor-tuesday-oct-30/1775051002/

Naples Daily NewsPublished 4:52 p.m. ET Oct. 29, 2018

Collier County’s citizens should oppose Mary Barzee Flores’s candidacy for the U.S. House of Representatives for a plethora of reasons that would not conform to this newspaper’s “word count” restrictions for Letters to the Editor. Instead, I’ll use my limited space to tell you that we must re-elect Republican Congressman Mario Diaz Balart.

First, Diaz-Balart (or Mario, as he insists people call him due to his genuineness, rather than faux modesty) gets things done. In the 2017-2018 Congress, Diaz-Balart co-sponsored 138 bills. One bill sought to combat the harmful algae blooms that have plagued our coastlines. Another promoted the creation of an anonymous school threat reporting program. Most importantly, contrary to his opponent’s hit-pieces, he co-sponsored a bill that expressly calls for retaining legal protections for individuals with pre-existing conditions.

Second, Diaz-Balart is bipartisan. He co-sponsored fifteen bills with Democrats in the last twelve months, i.e., during an election year. He has been endorsed by right-leaning, independent, and left-leaning organizations alike, including the South Florida Council of Fire Fighters, the Dade County Police Benevolent Association (PBA), the National Right to Life Committee, the National Rifle Association, the National Education Association, and the Florida AFL-CIO.

Finally, Diaz-Balart is a leader. He serves in a senior position on the House Appropriations Committee that directly benefits Collier County. Among other achievements, Diaz-Balart secured nearly $64 million dollars in funding for continued restoration of the Everglades.

Diaz-Balart is in a close race in swing district. He needs every Republican and Independent vote on Nov. 6.

Jeffrey Haut, Naples

Diaz-Balart Endorsed by South Florida AFL-CIO, Transport Workers Union (TWU) Local 291, Laborers International Union of North America and AFSCME’s Miami-Dade County’s WASA, Aviation and General Employees

Largest Labor Groups Solidly Behind Diaz-Balart

Miami, Florida- The Mario Diaz-Balart for Congress Campaign today announced the endorsements of South Florida AFL-CIO, Transport Workers Union (TWU) Local 291, AFSCME’s Miami-Dade County Water and Sewer, Miami-Dade County Aviation, and Miami-Dade County General Employees. Together, these unions represent over 700,000 workers throughout Southern Florida.

Jeffery Mitchell, President of South AFL-CIO, said of Congressman Diaz-Balart: “You have worked gallantly and tirelessly over the years to better the lives of the citizenry you represent, and your efforts over time have indeed made a difference. Community leaders with your attributes and track record are critical, and we must continue to find common ground and move forward together.”

Clarence Washington, President of Transport Workers Union (TWU) said: “You have worked gallantly and tirelessly over the years to better the lives of the citizenry you represent, and, in the transportation arena in particular, your efforts over time to improve this critical public service has indeed made a difference.”

Miguel Aragon, Business Manager of Laborers’ International Union of North America, stated: “We appreciate your dedication to issues that affect working families throughout the country including fair wages and benefits through your support of the Davis-Bacon Act and project labor agreements applying to federal projects.  Your unwavering support of infrastructure investment is greatly appreciated as well as your support for many other issues affecting our members.”

Congressman Diaz-Balart had the following to say about receiving these important endorsements: “From our first responders to our teachers, I am fortunate to have received the support of some of Southern Florida’s largest unions throughout the political spectrum. I welcome and am grateful to add both AFSCME and AFL-CIO to that list, and I will continue to represent Florida’s working class at home in the Sunshine State and in Congress.”

Diaz-Balart Endorsed by United Teachers of Dade (UTD), National Education Association (NEA) and United Faculty of Miami-Dade College

South Florida Educators Solidly Behind Diaz-Balart

Miami, Florida- The Mario Diaz-Balart for Congress Campaign today announced the endorsements of the United Teachers of Dade (UTD), the National Education Association (NEA) Fund for Children and Public Education, and the United Faculty of Miami Dade College.

Karla Hernandez-Mats, UTD President, said of Congressman Diaz-Balart: “We believe that you will make a difference in Congress by voting pro-public schools, working towards sound educational policies, and looking to improve the lives of working people.  We know that by doing so, you will help us positively impact the 350,000+ children that we educate each day.”

Lily Eskelsen Garcia, Chairperson, NEA Fund, said: “The Florida Education Association-which recommended your candidacy- and The NEA Fund applaud your commitment to public education and children”

Congressman Diaz-Balart had the following to say about receiving these important endorsements: “Educators play a significant role in our children’s lives, shaping them into motivated future leaders with bright paths ahead of them. As a Member of Congress, I have worked diligently to improve education, expand access to Pell grants, and make our classrooms safer. I am humbled to receive the support of these dedicated professionals, and am committed to continue advocating on their behalf in Congress.”

MARIO DIAZ-BALART SECURES FIRST RESPONDERS’ CAMPAIGN ENDORSEMENT

Miami, Florida – Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL) secured the endorsements of the South Florida Council of Fire Fighters and the Dade County Police Benevolent Association (PBA). Together, these associations represent more than 10,000 firefighters, paramedics, and police officers across South Florida. Congressman Diaz-Balart has always strongly supported our first responders in their courageous work serving district residents and the greater community.

“Your commitment to essential public services serves to reaffirm your support for firefighters and paramedics to our fellow residents.” – John O’Brien, President, South Florida Council of Fire Fighters. O’Brien added, “We know your heart is in the right place.”

“In true form, you have also proven to be one of the most effective leaders in Congress and your unwavering support for the men and women of law enforcement, the safety of the residents of Congressional District 25 and for all Americans is beyond reproach.” – Steadman Stahl, President, Dade County Police Benevolent Association.

In response to the endorsements, Congressman Diaz-Balart stated: “I am extremely humbled to receive the endorsements from our first responders. These brave men and women are at the forefront everyday making sure our streets and communities are safe. I understand how important it is to make certain that these committed public servants have the resources they need to continue protecting our families and homes.”