
119th Congress
Lois Frankel
Representative, FL-22, Florida
- Democrat
- Born
- May 16, 1948 (age 78)
- In Congress
- House since 2013
- Term Ends
- January 3, 2027
- Votes With Party
- 96%
- Missed Votes
- 4%
- Office Phone
- 202-225-9890
- Website
- frankel.house.gov
Committees
- Appropriations
Who Is Lois Frankel?
Lois Frankel is a Democratic representative from FL-22 in the 119th Congress. In Congress: House since 2013. Born May 16, 1948, Frankel is 78. On the 310 bills their chamber decided by roll call, Frankel voted on 297 and missed 13. Frankel voted with the majority of their party 96% of the time. Frankel sponsored 15 bills and resolutions this Congress.
How Lois Frankel Voted
- NayProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision".
- NayPROOF Act
- YeaLindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026
- YeaRatepayer Protection Act
- YeaWater Resources Development Act of 2026
- YeaNational Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026
- YeaRetire through Ownership Act
- YeaDirecting the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- NayProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision".
- YeaDiesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025
- YeaGUARD Act
- YeaWhistleblower Protection Act of 2025
Bills Lois Frankel Sponsored
- Supporting the designation of the week of September 21 through September 25, 2026, as "National Falls Prevention Awareness Week" to raise awareness and encourage the prevention of falls among older adults. (H.Con.Res. 120, In Committee)
- Acknowledging the courage and sacrifice of veterans of the Korean War and Korean Defense Veterans. (H.Res. 1460, Introduced)
- Esther Coopersmith Award Act (H.R. 9405, In Committee)
- Supporting Survivors from Faith-based Communities Act (H.R. 8813, In Committee)
- Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity between wages paid to men and women. (H.Con.Res. 81, In Committee)
- Recognizing community water fluoridation as a safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health. (H.Res. 1087, Introduced)
- Protecting Students on Campus Act of 2025 (H.R. 6857, In Committee)
- Veteran Education Empowerment Act (H.R. 6358, In Committee)
- Expressing support for the designation of the week of November 10 through November 16, 2025, as "National Caregiving Youth Week" to raise awareness and encourage national recognition of children and adolescents under 18 years of age who serve as a primary or secondary caregiver for family or household members. (H.Con.Res. 60, In Committee)
- FASTER Act (H.R. 5575, In Committee)
- Supporting the designation of the week of September 22 through September 28, 2025, as "National Falls Prevention Awareness Week" to raise awareness, and encourage the prevention, of falls among older adults. (H.Con.Res. 52, In Committee)
- Connected MOM Act (H.R. 4977, In Committee)
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- Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity between wages paid to men and women. (H.Con.Res. 21, In Committee)
- Tax Fairness for Survivors Act (H.R. 1306, In Committee)
- Global Health, Empowerment and Rights Act (H.R. 764, In Committee)
Floor Speeches
Frankel spoke on the floor 16 times on 15 session days in the 119th Congress.
- House, September 2, 2026, 821 wordsRebuilding Usaid
I thank Mr. Beyer for yielding and for bringing us together on this very urgent and important issue.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record β - House, July 15, 2026, 3,463 wordsNational Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027
Let me just start by expressing my extreme respect for my chairman, Mr. Diaz-Balart, our subcommittee, and the staff.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record β - House, February 11, 2026, 156 wordsRecognizing Bradley Solyan
I rise today with great gratitude for my chief of staff, Bradley Solyan, who is departing my office after 12 years of extraordinary service to the people of Palm Beach County and our country.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record β - House, February 3, 2026, 242 wordsProviding for Consideration of Senate Amendments to H.R. 7148, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026; Providing for Consideration of H.J. RES. 142, Disapproving the Action of the District Of...
Let me be clear. I support the five bills that received bipartisan support, but I cannot vote for a package that includes funding for the Department of Homeland Security without immediate action to stop the ongoing violation of human rights and law by ICE. They have turned into thugs, and it has turned our country, America, into a place that many of us don't recognize.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record β - House, January 22, 2026, 240 wordsConsolidated Appropriations Act, 2026
I rise today in strong support of the 2026 Labor-HHS appropriations bill. It represents a clear and moral statement of our national priorities, that we invest in people, in their health, in their education, and in their opportunity to work and thrive, and it lowers the cost of living for everyday people.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record β - House, January 22, 2026, 261 wordsDepartment of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026
I rise in strong opposition to this Homeland Security funding bill.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record β - House, January 14, 2026, 689 wordsFinancial Services and General Government and National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2026
I rise in support of the fiscal year 2026 National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs funding bill, a bipartisan package that strengthens American leadership and aims to make our country safer, more secure, and more prosperous.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record β - House, January 7, 2026, 284 wordsSaving Homeowners From Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing Act
My, my, my. I rise today, amazed that with the healthcare crisis unfolding, the Republican priority before us is plumbing.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record β - House, September 18, 2025, 163 wordsHappy 100th Birthday to Dorothy Scharf Frankel
Today, I rise with joy to celebrate a very special milestone. On August 24, 1925, in Brooklyn, New York, my mother, Dorothy Scharf Frankel, came into the world, and this summer marked her 100th birthday.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record β - House, July 17, 2025, 212 wordsRelating to Consideration of the Senate Amendment to H.R. 4, Rescissions Act of 2025
We are witnessing a reckless, cruel, and shortsighted assault on American values, global leadership, and our constitutional responsibilities.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record β
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- Rescissions Act of 2025 (House, June 12, 2025)
- Democrats Are Fighting Back (House, April 29, 2025)
- Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025 (House, March 11, 2025)
- Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act (House, January 23, 2025)
- General Leave (House, January 21, 2025)
- Laying a Foundation for Peace in the Middle East (House, January 15, 2025)
Florida in Congress β
- Ashley Moody (R, Senate)
- Rick Scott (R, Senate)
- Aaron Bean (R, House)
- Gus M. Bilirakis (R, House)
- Vern Buchanan (R, House)
- Kat Cammack (R, House)
- Kathy Castor (D, House)
- Mario Diaz-Balart (R, House)
- Byron Donalds (R, House)
- Neal P. Dunn (R, House)
- Randy Fine (R, House)
- Scott Franklin (R, House)
- Maxwell Frost (D, House)
- Carlos A. Gimenez (R, House)
- Mike Haridopolos (R, House)
- Laurel M. Lee (R, House)
- Anna Paulina Luna (R, House)
- Brian J. Mast (R, House)
- Cory Mills (R, House)
- Jared Moskowitz (D, House)
- Jimmy Patronis (R, House)
- John H. Rutherford (R, House)
- Maria Elvira Salazar (R, House)
- Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D, House)
- Darren Soto (D, House)
- W. Gregory Steube (R, House)
- Daniel Webster (R, House)
- Frederica S. Wilson (D, House)
Questions About Lois Frankel
Is Lois Frankel still in Congress?
Yes. Lois Frankel is serving as representative from FL-22 in the 119th Congress.
What party is Lois Frankel?
Lois Frankel is a Democrat.
When is Lois Frankel up for reelection?
Frankel's current term ends January 3, 2027, so the seat is on the ballot in November 2026.
How old is Lois Frankel?
Lois Frankel was born May 16, 1948 and is 78.
How often does Lois Frankel vote with their party?
On the roll calls that decided bills this Congress, Frankel voted with the majority of their party 96% of the time.
What committees is Lois Frankel on?
House Committee on Appropriations.