Rep. Lois Frankel

Lois Frankel

DemocratDemocrat · Representative for Florida's 22nd district

15 sponsored · 311 cosponsored

In the House since 2013

Age 78

Contact their office: (202) 225-9890 · 2305 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515 · Official website

Of the bills they sponsored: 15 are in committee.

The paragraph under each bill and the scores beside it were written by an AI model from the bill's text; the rest is the record.

In committee15 billsIntroduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.

What happens next: The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.

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.

Introduced in the House · Sep 24

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Energy and Commerce · Sep 24

This resolution supports designating the week of September 21 through September 25, 2026, as National Falls Prevention Awareness Week.

Yes· 2 of 4

  • Would people over 65 be better off under this?+6The resolution designates National Falls Prevention Awareness Week to promote strategies and federal investments aimed at reducing injuries and deaths from falls among older adults.
  • Does this put more money into Medicaid, the health coverage for people on low incomes?+3The resolution encourages continued support and investments in fall prevention programs that reduce Medicaid costs associated with older adult injuries.

The opposite

  • No question was scored the opposite.
Rep. Frankel
Democrat
Armed Forces and National Security119-HRES-1460

Acknowledging the courage and sacrifice of veterans of the Korean War and Korean Defense Veterans.

Introduced in the House · Jul 27

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Veterans' Affairs · Jul 27

This resolution acknowledges the courage and sacrifice of veterans of the Korean War and Korean Defense Veterans. It notes that the Korean War began on June 25, 1950, when North Korea invaded the Republic of Korea.

Yes· 2 of 3

  • Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+2The resolution explicitly recognizes the importance of the contributions and sacrifices made by Korean War and Korean Defense Veterans.
  • Would people over 65 be better off under this?+2The resolution honors the service of Korean War veterans who are now largely in the senior age demographic.

The opposite

  • No question was scored the opposite.
Rep. Frankel
Democrat
International Affairs119-HR-9405

Esther Coopersmith Award Act

Introduced in the House · Jun 23

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Foreign Affairs · Jun 23

This bill seeks to establish the Esther Coopersmith Award at the Department of State.

Yes· 2 of 3

  • Would women be better off under this?+8The act specifically targets the promotion of women's rights, leadership, and safety in conflict zones.
  • Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated?+7The bill establishes an award specifically to recognize diplomatic efforts that advance women's leadership, safety, and economic security.

The opposite

  • No question was scored the opposite.
Rep. Frankel
Democrat
Crime and Law Enforcement119-HR-8813

Supporting Survivors from Faith-based Communities Act

Introduced in the House · May 14

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on the Judiciary · May 14

This bill establishes a grant program to create a national faith-based resource center. This center focuses on issues involving domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking.

Yes· 2 of 10

  • Would women be better off under this?+5The bill targets domestic violence, dating violence, and sexual assault, which disproportionately impact women.
  • Would children be better off under this?+3The bill explicitly mandates that training and prevention programs address the impact of violence on children.

The opposite

  • No question was scored the opposite.
Rep. Frankel
Democrat
Labor and Employment119-HCONRES-81

Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity between wages paid to men and women.

Introduced in the House · Mar 26

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Education and Workforce · Mar 26

This concurrent resolution recognizes the significance of the wage gap between men and women. It highlights disparities in earnings based on race, occupation, and education levels.

Yes· 2 of 16

  • Would people over 65 be better off under this?+1The resolution states that wage gaps impact women's ability to save for retirement and their total Social Security benefits.
  • Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+1The resolution suggests that narrowing the wage gap would increase family incomes and reduce poverty.

The opposite

  • No question was scored the opposite.
Rep. Frankel
Democrat
Health119-HRES-1087

Recognizing community water fluoridation as a safe, effective public health intervention to prevent tooth decay and promote oral and physical health.

Introduced in the House · Feb 26

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Energy and Commerce · Feb 26

This resolution aims to recognize community water fluoridation as a safe and effective public health intervention. It highlights how fluoride helps prevent tooth decay and promotes both oral and physical health.

Yes· 2 of 6

  • Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+7The resolution states that fluoridation is an equitable way to deliver care and protects low-income families from dental health risks.
  • Would children be better off under this?+7The resolution highlights significant dental health benefits for children and notes risks associated with lack of fluoride for this group.

The opposite

  • No question was scored the opposite.
Rep. Frankel
Democrat
Education119-HR-6857

Protecting Students on Campus Act of 2025

Introduced in the House · Dec 18

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Education and Workforce · Dec 18

This bill requires higher education institutions participating in Federal student aid programs to share information regarding Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Yes· 2 of 7

  • Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+6The bill mandates public awareness of Title VI rights and increases oversight of discrimination complaints based on race, color, or national origin.
  • Would students be better off under this?+5Students receive better access to information regarding their rights and processes for reporting discrimination on campus.

The opposite

  • Does this reduce what student borrowers owe or repay?-1The bill imposes new administrative and reporting requirements on institutions that receive federal student aid.
Rep. Frankel
Democrat
Education119-HR-6358

Veteran Education Empowerment Act

Introduced in the House · Dec 2

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Education and Workforce · Dec 2

This bill aims to reauthorize and improve a grant program for institutions of higher education. This program assists schools in establishing, maintaining, improving, and operating Student Veteran Centers.

Yes· 2 of 11

  • Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+7The bill creates dedicated support systems, lounges, and counseling services specifically for student veterans and their families.
  • Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+6The bill funds centers that help veterans understand and obtain federal, state, and institutional benefits.

The opposite

  • No question was scored the opposite.
Rep. Frankel
Democrat
Families119-HCONRES-60

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.

Introduced in the House · Nov 13

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Education and Workforce · Nov 13

This resolution expresses support for designating the week of November 10 through November 16, 2025, as National Caregiving Youth Week.

Yes· 2 of 25

  • Would children be better off under this?+8Directly aims to recognize and support children and adolescents under 18 who are caregivers.
  • Would students be better off under this?+7Aims to mitigate challenges balancing caregiving with education and preventing school dropout.

The opposite

  • No question was scored the opposite.
Rep. Frankel
Democrat
Health119-HR-5575

FASTER Act

Introduced in the House · Sep 26

Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Science, Space, and Technology · Sep 26

The bill authorizes the Administrator of FEMA to make grants to career, combination, and volunteer fire departments for programs that improve home safety and prevent falls among older adults.

Yes· 2 of 9

  • Would retired people be better off under this?+8The bill targets fall prevention and emergency preparedness which are critical safety issues for the retired population.
  • Would people over 65 be better off under this?+8The bill directly funds fall prevention, home modifications, and improved emergency response specifically for people over 65.

The opposite

  • Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-1The bill authorizes significant new federal grant spending through FEMA.

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