Rep. Lois Frankel, who represents Florida’s 22nd district in the U.S. Congress, used her social media platform on January 8, 2026, to address issues ranging from rising health care costs to legislative achievements and tributes to colleagues.
In a post at 15:34 UTC, Frankel commented on current legislative priorities: “Health care costs are doubling and tripling for millions of Floridians—yet Republicans have us voting on showerheads. Their priorities are clear. @HouseDemocrats will keep the pressure on. Extend the ACA tax credits. Lower costs.”
Later that day, at 16:46 UTC, she paid tribute to a fellow lawmaker: “After a lifetime of public service, Congressman Hoyer will leave behind a remarkable legacy of leadership, decency, and results. I have been proud to call him a colleague and a friend, and our country is better because of his steady, principled leadership. I look forward to”
At 20:27 UTC, Frankel highlighted recent legislative progress in Congress: “The House just passed a section of our budget for 2026 With energy bills rising and flood risks growing, Dems secured funding to modernize our electric grid and strengthen our water infrastructure—investments that will lower energy costs and protect coastal communities.”
Frankel has served in Congress since 2013 after replacing Allen West as representative for Florida’s 22nd district. She previously held office in the Florida House of Representatives from 1986 to 2002. Born in New York City in 1948 and currently residing in West Palm Beach, Frankel holds degrees from Boston University (BA) and Georgetown University (JD).
