Darren Soto
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Darren Michael Soto is a U.S. Representative for Florida's 9th congressional district, serving since January 3, 2017. A member of the Democratic Party, Soto has focused on issues such as environmental protection, healthcare, and economic development. He has been an advocate for the Latino community and has worked on legislation to improve access to education and job opportunities. Soto has also been involved in discussions around climate change and disaster preparedness, particularly in relation to Florida's unique environmental challenges.
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July 13, 2025
What we saw in our inspection today was a political stunt, dangerous and wasteful.
— Darren Soto
I am prepared to close. First, I thank Representative Duncan for his leadership on the committee, especially in areas of energy. We worked on a lot of issues relating to nuclear energy, which is going to be a key part of the clean energy…
Let's pass H.R. 1377, the Promoting United States Wireless Leadership Act of 2023 and boldly lead the charge toward 6G and beyond. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.
First I congratulate Representative Walberg on his new leadership position, and I thank him for his collaboration on the committee over the years in leadership. Mr. Speaker, I yield such time as she may consume to the legendary gentlewoman…
It is time to get this done for the American people. I yield back the balance of my time.
We want to make sure that every farmer, including young farmers, have a future and that we have a future food supply.
Its health is not only important in itself, but it is also indicative of a healthy ecosystem.
The Florida manatee is an iconic species, one that not only are we very proud about in Florida, but across the nation.
H.R. 3119 is a bipartisan bill between myself and Representative Gonzalez-Colon and Wasserman Schultz.
We must secure resources that will get us support the imminent need in Puerto Rico.
How critical to feeding America's families is The Emergency Food Assistance Program?
We need to continue to support programs like that, and we will continue to see food prices decline for the American consumer?
I request the authorization of a feasibility study for East Lake Tohopekaliga, Boggy Creek, and their connected tributaries for sediment and debris management.
Thank you, Ranking Member Napolitano, for your time today. I really appreciate it.
Not only do the residents of Selma deserve to be protected from flooding, but the nation deserves to have this historically significant site protected.
Thank you, Chairman James and Ranking Member Napolitano, for the opportunity to talk about our WRDA projects this year.
For too long, these priorities--which only grow more pressing for Southern Nevada with each passing day--have been regarded as ancillary or secondary to other responsibilities of the Corps.
I am also asking that this year's WRDA bill include my legislation to raise the funding cap of the Las Vegas Wash program.
I genuinely appreciate the opportunity to testify before the Committee today on the critical issues impacting my constituents.





