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North Miami-Dade News area weekly mass times

By North Miami-Dade News | May 4, 2024

The following parishes in the North Miami-Dade News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Salazar and Latino-Jewish Caucus Condemn Colombian President Petro's Decision to Cut Ties With Israel

By North Miami-Dade News | May 3, 2024

Western Hemisphere Subcommittee Chairwoman María Elvira Salazar, along with members of the Latino-Jewish Caucus, expressed strong condemnation towards Colombian President Gustavo Petro's recent move to sever diplomatic ties with Israel. In a joint statement, they emphasized their disapproval of the decision, citing its detrimental effects on both Colombia and Israel.The statement highlighted concerns over President Petro's actions, describing them as "unacceptable" and "inflammatory." They criticized his rhetoric comparing Israel to the Nazis, as well as his support for...

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La Ley Dignidad de Salazar salvará el Seguro Social y Medicare y mejorará el sistema de salud de Estados Unidos

By North Miami-Dade News | May 3, 2024

La representante María Elvira Salazar de Florida ha presentado la Ley Dignidad (H.R. 3599) como una solución crucial para abordar la crisis de solvencia del Seguro Social y Medicare en los Estados Unidos. Según un informe de la Institución Brookings, esta legislación también se destaca como una respuesta a la creciente escasez de mano de obra en la industria de la salud a nivel nacional.La representante Salazar enfatizó que, con la implementación de la Ley Dignidad, se evitará la insolvencia de los fondos fiduciarios del Seguro Social y Medicare, al mismo tiempo que se...

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Salazar’s Dignity Act Gains Traction as Key Solution for Social Security, Medicare, and Healthcare Challenges

By North Miami-Dade News | May 3, 2024

In a recent report by the Brookings Institution, Rep. María Elvira Salazar's Dignity Act (H.R. 3599) has been identified as a crucial solution to the United States' growing Social Security and Medicare solvency crisis and the escalating workforce shortages, particularly in the healthcare sector.According to Rep. Salazar, the Dignity Act is poised to address these pressing issues by stating, “The Dignity Act will prevent the Social Security and Medicare Trust Funds from going insolvent, while ensuring we have an adequate healthcare workforce to take care of our aging...

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Congresista Salazar y el Caucus Latino-Judío condenan la decisión del presidente colombiano Petro de cortar lazos con Israel

By North Miami-Dade News | May 3, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Hoy, la presidenta del Subcomité del Hemisferio Occidental, la congresista María Elvira Salazar (R-FL), junto a los presidentes del Caucus Latino-Judío, emitieron una declaración condenando la decisión del presidente colombiano Gustavo Petro de romper relaciones diplomáticas con Israel.En la declaración, la congresista Salazar expresó su desaprobación de la medida tomada por Petro, afirmando: "Como amigos bipartidistas del pueblo colombiano e israelí, condenamos inequívocamente la decisión del presidente Petro de romper unilateralmente relaciones...

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Members of Congressional Latino-Jewish Caucus Condemn President Petro's Decision to Sever Diplomatic Relations with Israel

By North Miami-Dade News | May 3, 2024

WASHINGTON D.C.– Today, U.S. Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart(FL-26), along with co-chairs Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz(FL-25), Tony Gonzales(TX-23), Adriano Espaillat(NY-13), Rep. Henry Cuellar(TX-28), and Rep. María Elvira Salazar(FL-27) released a joint statement regarding Colombian President Petro's recent decision to sever diplomatic relations with Israel.In the statement, the group expressed their strong disapproval, stating, "As bipartisan friends of the Colombian and Israeli people, we unequivocally condemn President Petro’s decision to unilaterally sever diplomatic...

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355 coaches at institutions in Miami-Dade County earned $177,142 on average in 2022

By North Miami-Dade News | May 2, 2024

The average coaching salary at University of Miami, the only institution paying coaches during 2022 in Miami-Dade County, was $818,340, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

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Rep. Díaz-Balart to Host Annual Congressional Art Competition

By North Miami-Dade News | May 2, 2024

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26) is set to host a reception in honor of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition on Friday, May 3 at the Mary Collins Community Center.The competition aims to showcase the artistic prowess of high school students from Congressional District 26. In a statement, the event organizers mentioned that the purpose of the event is to "highlight the artistic talent of high school students from Congressional District 26."The event is scheduled to take place on Friday, May 3, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. at the Mary Collins Community...

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Concerns Raised Over DHS's Preparedness for FIFA World Cup 2026

By North Miami-Dade News | May 2, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26), Carlos Giménez (FL-28), and María Elvira Salazar (FL-27) have raised concerns about the Department of Homeland Security's readiness for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026, which will be hosted by the United States in eleven different sites, including the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.In a letter addressed to DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, the representatives highlighted the lack of information and preparation from the administration regarding security measures for the World Cup. They expressed...

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Reps. Salazar, Strong Introduce Bipartisan SERVICE Act to Support Veterans, Law Enforcement

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 30, 2024

Rep. Salazar expressed, "Research shows that when a veteran is in crisis, they are most receptive to help and support provided by fellow veterans. Nearly 20% of our U.S. law enforcement has served in the military, and they are undoubtedly the most well-equipped to respond to other veterans in need."Rep. Strong emphasized, "Supporting our veterans after they return home is crucial. This legislation will ensure that law enforcement agencies around the country are better equipped to assist veterans suffering from issues such as mental health crises and connect them with...

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Representatives Salazar and Strong Introduce Bipartisan SERVICE Act to Support Veterans and Law Enforcement

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 30, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Maria Elvira Salazar (R-FL), Dale W. Strong (R-AL), Lou Correa (D-CA), and Glenn Ivey (D-MD) have introduced the H.R. 8140, the "Supporting Every at-Risk Veteran In Critical Emergencies" (SERVICE) Act. Thirteen additional members have joined as original cosponsors of the bill.The SERVICE Act establishes a pilot program through the U.S. Department of Justice to provide grants to law enforcement agencies to create local veteran response teams: teams of law enforcement officers who are also military veterans responding to fellow veterans in...

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North Miami-Dade News area weekly mass times

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 27, 2024

The following parishes in the North Miami-Dade News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Salazar’s Migratory Birds Protection Legislation Signed Into Law

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 26, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, President Biden signed H.R. 4389, Rep. María Elvira Salazar’s (R-FL) Migratory Birds of the Americas Conservation Enhancements Act, into law. The legislation passed overwhelmingly in the House of Representatives and Senate, marking a significant milestone in the protection of migratory bird species.“The passage of this bill represents a historic step forward in the protection of our South Florida ecosystem,” said Rep. Salazar. “The federal government has made a significant investment in protecting our migratory birds by directing critical...

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Legislación de la congresista Salazar para proteger aves migratorias se convierte en Ley

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 26, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Esta semana, el presidente Biden promulgó la H.R. 4389, la Ley de Mejoras a la Conservación de las Aves Migratorias de las Américas, de la representante María Elvira Salazar (R-FL), poco después de que la legislación fuera aprobada abrumadoramente en la Cámara de Representantes y el Senado."La aprobación de este proyecto de ley representa un paso histórico hacia la protección de nuestro ecosistema del sur de Florida”, dijo la representante Salazar. "El Gobierno federal ha realizado una inversión significativa para proteger a nuestras aves migratorias al...

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Test Expectations: How many students met or exceeded Geometry FAST expectations in Osceola County in 2022-23 school year?

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 23, 2024

Osceola County FAST results are in, and 37.1% of school students were proficient in Geometry in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Did Miami-Dade County students succeed or flounder in their 2022-23 school year Geometry FAST tests?

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 22, 2024

Miami-Dade County FAST results are in, and 51.9% of school students were proficient in Geometry in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

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Rep. Díaz-Balart Hosts Check Presentation for Collier County Projects

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 22, 2024

Representative Mario Díaz-Balart of Florida is set to host two special check presentation ceremonies in Collier County, Florida. The events, scheduled for Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 2:00 p.m., will mark the funding secured for the Collier County Sheriff policing equipment upgrades and the Collier Area Transit Maintenance Facility.In a statement, Rep. Díaz-Balart highlighted the importance of the funding for the projects, stating, "The upgrade of the Sheriff's Office vehicle fleet and mobile radios will ensure that law enforcement is equipped with the necessary tools and...

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Rep. Díaz-Balart to Present Funds for Everglades Pump Stations Rehabilitation

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 22, 2024

Representative Mario Díaz-Balart is pleased to invite members of the media to attend a special check presentation ceremony tomorrow, Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. The event celebrates the funding secured for the repair and rehabilitation to improve the operation and reliability of the pump stations in Everglades City and Carnestown. In the words of Rep. Díaz-Balart, "These improvements are needed to avoid sewer overflows and significantly reduce the risk of environmental and ecological damage to surrounding areas."The project received funding through the...

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Rep. Díaz-Balart to Present Check to Pace Center for Girls, Collier at Immokalee

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 22, 2024

Representative Mario Díaz-Balart of Florida is set to host a check presentation ceremony for the Pace Center for Girls, Collier at Immokalee, as part of an initiative to bolster security measures. The funding for this project was secured through the Consolidated Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2024, approved by Congress and signed by the President on March 9th, 2024.During the event, scheduled for Tuesday, April 23 at 3:30 p.m., Rep. Díaz-Balart will be joined by key figures including Mary Marx, President and CEO of Pace Center for Girls, and Marianne Kearns, Executive...

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FDA conducted inspections of 28 companies in cities located in Miami-Dade County in Q4 2023

By North Miami-Dade News | Apr 21, 2024

There were 28 companies in cities associated with Miami-Dade County that received 28 FDA inspections in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.