FL-27 Newsletter Vol. 118, Issue #71 Dear Friends/Amigos, August recess is in full swing, and I am continuing to meet with my constituents across District 27 to hear about their concerns. Let us know if you'd like us to come to your corner of the District to help you with your casework needs! I also want to remind all of my constituents that if you're looking to book a tour of the Capitol or renew your passport, my staff and I are always here to serve! It is an honor to be able to serve you in Congress. As always, if you would like to leave me and my office a comment, call (202) 225-3931. Sincerely/Atentamente, María E. Salazar U.S. Representative (FL-27) VISITING MIAMI'S AMAZING COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER NEAR CUTLER BAY! I had the pleasure of joining the Mayor of Cutler Bay, Tim Meerbott, in visiting one of District 27's amazing community health centers right at the edge of the town. In honor of National Health Center Week, I want you, my constituents, to know that I am working with local health and community leaders from across Florida's 27th Congressional District to deliver quality healthcare for you, no matter your income. Check out the video from our visit here! FIGHTING THE FENTANYL CRISIS! As many of you may know, the fentanyl crisis is wreaking havoc in communities across the United States, and much of it is coming across the southern border from countries in Central and South America. To help fight against this epidemic, I introduced the DISPOSE Act to eliminate the production of fentanyl and the precursor chemicals used to make it well before it reaches our borders. The bill establishes destruction facilities for these substances in three critical choke points: Mexico, Colombia, and Peru. By working with our allies and partners in the region, we can help bring down deaths and overdoses associated with these drugs while disempowering those who profit off of them. Read more about the DISPOSE Act here. IMPROVING THE U.S. - EL SALVADOR PARTNERSHIP! Last week, I joined my colleagues on the newly formed Congressional El Salvador Caucus in a bipartisan letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken requesting his department update El Salvador’s travel advisory to “Level 1: Exercise normal precautions” from “Level 3: Reconsider travel”, to reflect the major improvements in safety the country has made. Once the most dangerous country in the entire world, El Salvador is now the safest country in the Western Hemisphere. The tough-on-crime approach of President Nayib Bukele and his administration have drastically reduced the power and influence of violent gang members across his country. We believe the United States must update its policies towards El Salvador to reflect this public safety miracle. Many tourists, including the thousands of Salvadoran-Americans that live in our community, visit the country each year. Since many of these tourists review the State Department’s advisories before traveling, this new data must be reflected in its publications. Read the full letter here, and the accompanying press release here. CASEWORK TESTIMONIALS! My office is one of the best in Congress and is always happy to help our constituents with federal casework. Whether it’s navigating the difficult immigration bureaucracy, securing Social Security benefits, or getting your passports renewed on time before a family vacation, my staff is always willing to help my constituents solve their toughest challenges! Read some testimonials below: “Thank you so much for your attention. It’s very comforting to know that support for issues is backed up by someone who cares.” – RM “I can't thank [the caseworker] enough for stepping in when we really needed help. It's clear that Rep Salazar, [the caseworker] and the office are the prime example of the kind of help all constituents should have.” – MG “[The caseworker] reached out to a federal agency on my behalf and got the matter resolved efficiently.” – J If you need help with federal casework AND reside in Florida’s 27th congressional district, call my office at (305) 668-2285! CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA! Have questions? Reach me at: [link removed] Washington, D.C. 2162 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-3931 Miami, FL 5725 SW 8th St Suite 200, Miami, FL 33144 Phone: (305) 668-2285 Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar | 2162 Rayburn House Office Building | Washington, DC 20515 US Unsubscribe | Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice