Office of the 20th Congressional District of Florida Formerly the Office of Representative Alcee Hastings
The Washington, D.C., office and the district office of former Representative Hastings will continue to serve the people of the 20th Congressional District of FLorida under the supervision of the Clerk of the House of Representatives. See Press Release
Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) and Congressman Ross Spano (R-FL) introduced H.R.5080, the HOPE for Victims of Human Trafficking Act, a bipartisan bill which institutes several provisions to more fairly support survivors of human trafficking during and after the judicial process. Joining Hastings and Spano as original cosponsors include: Representatives Mario Díaz-Balart (R-FL), Ted Deutch (D... Read more »
Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) made the following statement in honor of Mrs. Yvette DuBose for winning this year’s Angels in Adoption Award. Hastings nominated Ms. DuBose for the award, which is given annually by the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute’s (CCAI) Angels in Adoption Program: “I was so very proud to nominate Yvette DuBose for the 2019 Angels in Adoption Award and am ov... Read more »
Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) made the following statement in response to the House Committee on Ethics’ inquiry: “I have cooperated with the Committee since May 14, 2019. As they continue to conduct their work, I stand ready to fully cooperate with their inquiry,” said Hastings. Congressman Alcee L. Hastings serves as Vice-Chairman of the House Rules Committee, Chairman of the U.S. Helsink... Read more »
Representatives Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) and Vern Buchanan (R-FL), Co-Chairs of the Florida Congressional Delegation, will hold a delegation meeting on tourism in Florida. The meeting will take place on Thursday, November 14th at 8:30 AM in room 2020 of the Rayburn House Office Building, and is open to the public. The distinguished panel will include: Michael McGarry Senior Vice President for Glob... Read more »
Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) made the following statement in recognition of Veterans Day: “As we mark this Veterans Day, let us pause to reflect on the service, sacrifice and dedication that our veterans exemplify in their immense contributions to our nation. “Today and everyday, it is important to not only salute our veterans, but also honor the promises we made to them when they entered ... Read more »
Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) will be the keynote speaker at the celebration of the 40th commemorative year of the proclamation of Reverend Samuel Delevoe Day in the State of Florida, which will take place at the Rev. Samuel Delevoe Memorial Park on Monday, November 11th, 2019 at 11:00 AM. This commemorative occasion will celebrate the Reverend Samuel J. Delevoe, Sr.’s life and honor the fa... Read more »
Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) released the following statement on the passing of W. George Allen, a champion of the civil rights movement in South Florida: “It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of my friend and law partner, W. George Allen. We have lost a brilliant lawyer, a civil rights champion, and an awe-inspiring man who was a true pillar of our community. “After grow... Read more »
Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) will participate in the coin toss and kick-off at Keiser University's Homecoming Football Game. The Keiser Seahawks will play the St. Thomas University Tommies at Keiser University's Flagship Campus on Saturday, November 9th, 2019 at 5:00 PM. DETAILS: WHO: Congressman Alcee L. Hastings WHAT: Opening Coin Toss at Keiser University's Homecoming Football Game WHEN... Read more »
Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) will be the keynote speaker at the Urban League of Palm Beach County’s 9th Annual Youth Empowerment Luncheon held at the West Palm Beach Marriott on Friday, November 8th, 2019 at 11:45 AM. The Annual Youth Empowerment Luncheon’s theme is “Transforming Lives Through Technology” and will highlight how different aspects of technology use and ownership can empower ... Read more »
Congressman Alcee L. Hastings (D-FL) and Congressman Vern Buchanan (R-FL) introduced H.Con.Res.71, a bipartisan concurrent resolution calling on all nations to end their dog and cat meat trade and to enforce existing laws against the trade. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) introduced a companion resolution in the Senate. (Please find attached a copy of H.Con.Res.71): “I am proud to have introduced this... Read more »
