Maria Elvira Salazar

Protecting America’s Medical Supply Chains Act of 2026

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To authorize the Secretary of the Treasury to subscribe to additional shares of the capital stock of the Inter-American Investment Corporation.

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Shelter Act

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“Ms. SALAZAR. Mr. Speaker, today I would like to commemorate the 120th Anniversary of the National Audubon Society, one of our Nation's oldest and most enduring conservation organizations. For over a century, Audubon has been driven by a simple but profound truth: what is good for birds is good for people and the planet. Audubon was founded in 1905 in response to the destruction of birds for the feather trade. Since then, Audubon has helped secure landmark conservation protections, from the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and the Endangered Species Act to the ban on DDT. These achievements reflect a legacy of science-based advocacy and bipartisan action that has safeguarded countless species and habitats. They also understand that it all begins with birds, because if birds are in trouble, it's a sign our environment is too. By centering conservation efforts on birds, Audubon has been a leader in smarter, more sustainable solutions that help both wildlife and people. These efforts in turn have helped species such as the Bald Eagle, Brown Pelican, and Whooping Crane, all once on the brink of extinction, make remarkable recoveries. Our Nation's 26th President, Teddy Roosevelt, was a passionate conservationist and from an early age, had a deep appreciation for birds. In writing to renowned ornithologist Frank Chapman, President Roosevelt remarked, ``Spring would not be spring without bird songs, any more than it would be spring without buds and flowers, and . . . . besides protecting the songsters, the birds of the grove, the orchard, the garden and the meadow, we could also protect the birds of the seashore and of the wilderness.'' Both my constituents and I agree with President Roosevelt--we must make serious efforts to protect as many birds as possible. That is why I led the introduction of the Neotropical Migratory Birds of the Americas Conservation Enhancements Act during the 118th Congress. Signed into law in April 2024, this bill reauthorized the Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act, which provides financial assistance for projects to promote the conservation of neotropical migratory birds. By protecting birds, we can protect our environment and the natural beauty that surrounds us. As Audubon marks 120 years, its mission remains as vital as ever to protect birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. The legacy of the women and men who built this organization continues in the conservationists, volunteers, and community leaders who carry its work forward. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the National Audubon Society for 120 years of unwavering leadership, innovation, and impact. Audubon is not just part of conservation history; it is a leading champion for the future of our Nation and planet. ____________________”

2025-11-19 · Climate

“Ms. SALAZAR. Mr. Speaker, today I would like to honor twenty years of the Town of Cutler Bay, a beautiful town in Florida's 27th District, and a shining example of local leadership, community strength, and the American promise at work. On November 8, 2005, the people of Cutler Bay voted to chart their own destiny, becoming Miami-Dade County's newest town. In just two decades, from the Deering Coast to Saga Bay, Cutler Bay has shown what happens when citizens don't wait for change--they build it. I am honored to represent them in Congress, and I have been delighted to stand shoulder to shoulder with this remarkable community to help them become even stronger. My support for Cutler Bay's versatile efforts has been constant, from recognizing our health partners during National Health Center Week, to advocating for small businesses and delivering federal resources to strengthen local infrastructure and environmental resilience. In 2023, I secured $4.4 million in federal funding for the Marlin Road Improvement Project, a major investment to bring new sidewalks, dedicated bike lanes, upgraded lighting, and high-visibility crosswalks to make Cutler Bay safer and more accessible for everyone. These improvements will revitalize a key corridor for residents, students, and small businesses, making daily life safer and more connected. But their work doesn't stop at the surface. I have also worked hard to secure funding for what lies beneath Cutler Bay's homes, our water, our wetlands, and our way of life. That's why I recently toured the Cutler Bay Coastal Wetlands Project, a key component of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP), the largest ecosystem restoration effort in the world, authorized and funded by Congress. This project restores the natural flow of freshwater from the C-100 canal system into the coastal wetlands along Biscayne Bay, helping rebalance salinity levels, reduce saltwater intrusion into the Biscayne aquifer, and revive native wetland habitats. Work like this is a testament to what happens when federal, state, and local partners come together with a shared mission: to protect South Florida's water supply, to defend Biscayne Bay, and to build resilience against sea-level rise. Cutler Bay's Coastal Wetlands Project is a local piece of a much larger Everglades restoration puzzle, one that keeps South Florida safe, strong, and sustainable for generations to come and one that I am happy to be a part of. I congratulate Mayor Tim Meerbott, the Town Council, our first responders, and every resident of Cutler Bay, on twenty extraordinary years. They have proven that when a community lights its own path, the future shines brighter for all of Miami-Dade. I am deeply proud to represent the Cutler Bay community in the United States Congress. ____________________”

2025-11-04 · Climate

“Ms. SALAZAR. Mr. Speaker, Nicklaus Children's Hospital, formerly known as Miami Children's Hospital until 2015, was founded in 1950 and is South Florida's only free-standing pediatric hospital. Staffed by 850 physicians and more than 500 pediatric subspecialists, Nicklaus is home to the largest pediatric teaching program in the southeastern United States. It is renowned for excellence in all aspects of pediatric medicine, and according to U.S. News & World Report, many of Nicklaus's specialty programs ranking among the best in the Nation since 2008. The tremendous impact Nicklaus has is not felt in District 27 alone. Nicklaus Children's Health System, the parent organization of Nicklaus Children's Hospital, maintains an extensive network of outpatient and urgent care centers in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, and Martin Counties, serving families throughout Florida, the United States, and more than 100 countries. Not only does Nicklaus maintain an extensive network but it also continues to ensure children and their families have access to the specialized care they need and deserve. Nicklaus offers more than 30 pediatric specialties and operates leading institutes focused on pediatric care, including the Helen and Jacob Shaham Cancer and Blood Disorders Institute, the Brain Institute, the Heart Institute, and the Orthopedic, Sports Medicine, and Spine Institute. And just last year, the Hospital opened the Kenneth C. Griffin Surgical Tower, one of the most innovative pediatric surgical facilities in the United States, ensuring that children and adolescents can receive expert surgical care without leaving Florida. Additionally, Nicklaus has a top-of-the-line emergency transportation fleet. The Hospital's LifeFlight Critical Care Transport Program, which includes six ambulances, two helicopters, and fixed-wing jets equipped for pediatric and neonatal patients, saves nearly 4,000 infants and children annually across Florida, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. From Miami to the Panhandle, from the Panhandle to Central and South America, from Central and South America to the Caribbean, Nicklaus is a world-class institution that has provided care to so many for decades. On the occasion of its 75th anniversary, I want to congratulate Nicklaus Children's Hospital and commend its continued commitment to advancing pediatric health care for children and families in Miami, throughout the country, and across the world. ____________________”

2025-10-17 · Healthcare