Serving FL-27, 24/7! FL-27 Newsletter Vol. 118, Issue #8 Dear Friends/Amigos, Thank you for allowing me to bring you this brief weekly update. It is an honor to represent Miami in Congress. During district work periods, I value the time I am able to spend meeting with constituents, small businesses, and local organizations. As your voice in Washington, doing so allows me to become a better legislator. This week was no different as I did just that. I also wanted to extend an invitation to visit our nation's capital. If you are planning to visit the area, let us help you! Click here for more information. As always, I invite you to connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, to get the latest from Washington and from across our district. Sincerely/Atentamente, Maria Elvira Salazar U.S. Representative (FL-27) GULLIVER PREP STUDENT EARNS COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARDS MEDALS Last week, I had the chance to meet with many wonderful members of the student body at Gulliver Prep in Pinecrest. Gulliver Prep is one of Miami's finest schools and is steadfast at preparing our next generation of leaders. The reason for my visit was to recognize Ms. Julia Estrada for her volunteerism and dedication to community. Julia is an example to all who believe in giving back, with over 580 voluntary public service hours logged. For her work, I look forward to welcoming Julia to Washington, where she will receive the Congressional Gold Medal later this year. Go Raiders! MIAMI AWARDED OVER $18.5 MILLION IN COMMUNITY PLANNING PROGRAM FUNDING The Department of Housing and Urban Development awarded Miami-Dade County over $18.5 million for projects to help FL-27 residents with their housing needs. Programs include grants to develop our urban centers by expanding economic opportunities, assist those members of our community facing a housing crisis and/or homelessness, and expand the supply of affordable housing to residents in the area. In meeting with our neighbors and members of our community, I hear the same thing over and over: the cost of living in South Florida is too high. These grants are a step in the right direction, and I will continue to work to ensure all in FL-27 can achieve their American Dream. If you need any help with a federal agency regarding these issues, feel free to call my office at (305) 668-2285. TAX SEASON IS HERE - RESOURCES AVAILABLE The much dreaded tax season is upon us. But you are not alone. There are plenty of resources available to you. Click here to learn more about all the FREE IRS Tools/Resources available. IMPORTANT REMINDER: The IRS will never contact you by phone, email, or text, to ask you for personal or financial information. All official communications are done in writing via the USPS. ----------- La muy odiada temporada de impuestos ya está sobre nosotros. ¡Pero no está solo! Hay muchos recursos disponibles para usted. Haga clic aquí para obtener más información sobre todas las herramientas/recursos GRATUITOS que ofrece el Servicio de Rentas Internas (IRS). AVISO: El IRS nunca le pedirá información personal o financiera por teléfono, correo electrónico, o por mensaje de texto. Todas las comunicaciones oficiales se realizan por escrito a través del correo postal (USPS). CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA! The best way to keep up with my work in Washington is to stay connected on social media. Click the logos below to find my social media pages! ‌ ‌ ‌ Have questions? Reach me at: [link removed] Washington, D.C. 2162 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-3931 Miami, FL 3951 NW 7th St, Bay F Miami, FL 33126 Phone: (305) 668-2285 Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar | 2162 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected]