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Rep. Mills’ Bill To Rename Post Office In Casselberry, FL, After FL-07 Air Force Veteran, Passes House Oversight Committee

WASHINGTON—Rep. Cory Mills’ (FL-07) bill to rename the main post office in Casselberry, Florida, in honor of Colonel Joseph Kittinger, a former Command Pilot in the U.S. Air Force, has successfully passed the House Oversight Committee markup. The post office, located at 109 Live Oaks Boulevard, is set to be renamed after the distinguished veteran.Expressing his gratitude, Rep. Mills stated, "I’m honored my legislation to commemorate a hero here in Florida’s Seventh has passed the House Oversight Committee markup." He further highlighted Colonel Kittinger's remarkable...

By North Orlando News | Apr 18, 2024

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REP. MILLS ANNOUNCES 2024 CONGRESSIONAL ART COMPETITION WINNERS IN FLORIDA’S SEVENTH

Congressman Cory Mills (FL-07) announced the winners of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition for Florida’s Seventh Congressional District, with Noah Bastien taking first place and Ruby Feng securing both second and third place. Mills expressed his congratulations, stating, “I want to offer my congratulations to Noah Bastein for winning the 2024 Congressional Art Competition in Florida’s Seventh Congressional District. I’d also like to extend my congratulations to the second-place and third-place winner, Ruby Feng. Congratulations to all the participants in Florida's 7th...

By North Orlando News | Apr 5, 2024

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Rep. Mills Recovers Over $25 Million Back to Florida’s Seventh Constituents

By North Orlando News | Mar 28, 2024

Lake Mary, FL – Congressman Cory Mills (FL-07) announced that his District Team has successfully recovered over $25 million for the residents of Florida's Seventh District. In a statement, Congressman Mills highlighted the efforts made to secure funds that federal agencies were withholding from constituents, including IRS returns, VA benefits, and passport services."It’s an honor to serve Florida’s Seventh,” expressed Congressman Mills, emphasizing his dedication to assisting the residents of his district.Residents of Florida's Seventh District who require assistance...

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House Passes Rep. Mills’ Legislation To Safeguard U.S. Embassies From Chinese Influence

By North Orlando News | Mar 21, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Rep. Cory Mills’ (FL-07) H.R. 6306, the Embassy Construction Integrity Act, passed the House of Representatives. The legislation aims to safeguard U.S. embassies from Chinese influence by increasing due diligence when establishing new diplomatic and consular posts around the world.The bill was introduced after it was discovered that a Chinese government-owned company was involved in the construction of a U.S. embassy in South Asia. Rep. Mills' legislation requires the State Department to identify the beneficial owners of companies involved in...

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Rep. Mills Conducts Second Successful Rescue Mission in Haiti, Bringing Stranded Americans Home

By North Orlando News | Mar 21, 2024

Washington, D.C.— On Sunday, March 17th, Representative Cory Mills successfully completed his second evacuation, rescuing 13 Americans from Haiti. This brings the total number of people he has rescued from Haiti to 23 across two missions."With great pride, I announce the successful rescue of another group of Americans from PAP, Haiti. Our team extracted 13 Americans, who were volunteers for a children’s ministry, trapped in Haiti. Among them were a 2-month-old baby and a 3-year-old little girl,” stated Rep Cory Mills (FL-07).Rep. Mills also highlighted the disparity...

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Rep. Cory Mills Successfully Rescues 10 Stranded Americans in Haiti

By North Orlando News | Mar 21, 2024

Rep. Cory Mills, a former Army Combat Veteran, successfully evacuated 10 Americans and at-risk volunteers from the “Have Faith Orphanage” in Haiti. Speaking on the mission, Representative Mills stated, “As a father, Member of Congress, and former Army Combat Veteran, I could not stand by when Representative McClain (MI-9) told me about the crisis unfolding in Haiti and how innocent American citizens were left to fend for themselves with no support.”Highlighting the dire situation in Haiti, Representative Mills emphasized, “This mission reiterates a disturbing reality that...

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Orange County in 2021

By North Orlando News | Feb 28, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Orange County received $9.2 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Seminole County rise or fall in 2021?

By North Orlando News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Seminole County received $1.1 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Orange County farmers in 2021 reached $2,912,451

By North Orlando News | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Orange County received $2,912,451 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Seminole County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By North Orlando News | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Seminole County received $647,970 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Rep. Mills Applauds Awarding of $1 Million Grant for Sanford International Airport

By North Orlando News | Feb 16, 2024

Rep. Cory Mills expressed his satisfaction after Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) was granted $1 million from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the rehabilitation of the West Terminal corridor. In a statement, Rep. Mills said, “I was pleased to hear Orlando Sanford International Airport in Florida’s Seventh District was granted $1 million to improve access for disabled individuals and make additional necessary improvements to the West Terminal.”Nicole Martz, President & CEO of Sanford Airport Authority, also welcomed the news, stating, “This funding...

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Rep. Mills Introduces the AFFAIR Act to Prevent Misappropriation of Federal Funds

By North Orlando News | Feb 7, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rep. Cory Mills (FL-07) has introduced the Against Federal Funds for Allowing Inappropriate Relationships Act (AFFAIR) to address concerns regarding corruption and unlawful activities within state and local chief prosecutor offices. The legislation aims to prohibit the allocation of federal funds to offices that employ individuals convicted of engaging in such activities.Recent news reports have brought to light an alleged affair and improper sexual relationship between District Attorney Willis and Special Prosecutor Wade. If proven true, this...

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Rep. Mills' Statement on the Continuing Resolution

By North Orlando News | Jan 19, 2024

Rep. Mills, in a statement released on January 19, 2024, expressed his strong opposition to the continuing resolution (CR) and explained his reasons for voting against it. He criticized the use of CRs as "lazy legislation" and emphasized the need to address critical issues such as border security instead of postponing them.Mills highlighted the previous discussions about going through committees of jurisdiction and having 12 single-subject appropriations bills. However, he pointed out that the current CR included a duck stamp bill, which he considered a tactic used by...

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Congressman Cory Mills Calls for Defense Secretary Austin’s Resignation

By North Orlando News | Jan 18, 2024

Congressman Cory Mills of Florida, along with several other House Republicans, has called for the resignation of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. The demand comes after Austin failed to disclose his hospitalization, leading to disruptions within the Department of Defense.In a joint letter addressed to Secretary Austin, Congressman Mills expressed serious concerns about the lack of communication regarding Austin's hospitalization. The letter emphasized the breach of national security caused by the failure to notify the White House, Congress, subordinates, and the American...

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Rep. Mills Votes Against Senate NDAA, Citing Concerns Over Government Surveillance Program

By North Orlando News | Dec 14, 2023

Rep. Mills, a member of the House Armed Services Committee and an Army Combat Veteran, has expressed his concerns over the Senate's version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2024. In a statement, he highlighted the changes made by the Senate that weakened and eliminated many of the House-passed goals.Mills emphasized his commitment to improving the lives of servicemembers and their families, stating, "I always look at how we can improve the lives of all those serving and their families." He further mentioned his support for the House-passed...

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Congressman Mills’ & Congressman Frost’s Bipartisan Defense Spending Accountability Legislation Named as the Bill of the Month by Taxpayers Protection Alliance

By North Orlando News | Dec 7, 2023

In a bipartisan effort to enhance accountability and transparency in defense spending, Congressman Cory Mills and Congressman Maxwell Frost have introduced the Defense Spending Oversight Act. This legislation aims to evaluate the net financial benefit of budget oversight investigations and address the issue of unaccounted-for taxpayer dollars being allocated to the Department of Defense (DoD) and military contractors without sufficient accountability.The Taxpayers Protection Alliance (TPA), a non-profit and non-partisan organization, has recognized the significance of...

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Rep. Mills Announces 2023 Congressional App Challenge Winner in Florida's Seventh

By North Orlando News | Dec 7, 2023

Altamonte Springs, FL - Clayton Seymour from Lake Brantley High School has been announced as the winner of the 2023 Congressional App Challenge for Florida's Seventh Congressional District, according to Congressman Cory Mills (FL-07). Seymour's app, which focuses on multiplication and combines elements of other computer games, stood out among the 207 submissions received from Seminole and Volusia Counties.The Congressional App Challenge, hosted by the U.S. House's Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), aims to inspire and engage middle school and high school students in STEM...

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Rep. Mills and House Republicans Stand with Families of Missing Israelis

By North Orlando News | Nov 8, 2023

Rep. Cory Mills (FL-07) joined Speaker Mike Johnson, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, Majority Whip Tom Emmer, Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik, and families of four hostages taken by Hamas terrorists for a press conference. The families bravely recounted their harrowing experiences, highlighting the grave threat that Hamas poses and emphasizing the need for unified support for the State of Israel.In his remarks, Rep. Mills expressed his unwavering commitment to the well-being and safe return of the innocent hostages. He drew from his own experiences...

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Rep. Mills and Rep. Issa Introduce Legislation to Ensure Proper Oversight Over Afghanistan Assistance

By North Orlando News | Nov 6, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Cory Mills (FL-07) and Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48) have introduced legislation to clarify the oversight jurisdiction of the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction (SIGAR). The bill aims to ensure transparency and thorough oversight over the assistance provided to the Afghan people by the United States.Since the catastrophic withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021, some agencies have challenged SIGAR's mandate, hindering its ability to provide effective oversight. The State Department and USAID, for example, have refused to...

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Rep. Cory Mills and Mercury One Secure Safe Return of 159 American Citizens from Israel

By North Orlando News | Oct 30, 2023

In a remarkable display of resilience and dedication, U.S. Congressman Rep. Cory Mills (FL-07) and the humanitarian organization Never Forgotten, in partnership with generous funding from Mercury One, have successfully orchestrated the safe return of 159 American citizens who were stranded in Israel. Their flight, organized by Rep. Mills, departed from Tel Aviv and landed at John F. Kennedy International Airport on Friday, October 27th.Rep. Cory Mills, a dedicated public servant and combat veteran, has been a steadfast advocate for American citizens in need. He not only...