I had another great week in the district meeting with business owners, local leaders and families. I spent time at the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and discussed the ongoing efforts to preserve Florida’s waterways and coastlines. Crystal River National Refuge is the only refuge created for the protection of the Florida manatee and preserves the undeveloped spring habitat in Kings Bay. Throughout my public service, I have advocated for policies that support local projects and find solutions that preserve and protect Florida’s precious natural resources, while balancing the needs of our growing economy.
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It was great hearing from the constituents who attended my listening sessions in their neighborhoods this week. Thank you for coming and sharing your concerns about the environment, healthcare for veterans, tax reform, and healthcare.
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Last Wednesday, I was pleased to speak at the Leesburg Rotary and provided a congressional update. Afterwards, I attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for The Joint Institute at The Villages Regional Hospital.
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Agriculture is one of the three pillars of Florida’s economy. Farmers and ranchers all over Florida grow and raise the food that ends up on kitchen tables around the world. I visited the Mazak family cattle ranch and rock mine, Webster Farm Supply and owner and John Graham’s cattle ranch. We discussed issues and concerns facing today’s cattle ranchers. Florida’s cattle industry, one of the oldest and largest in the nation, has contributed greatly to Florida’s economic growth and natural resources.
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I was honored to present a flag flown over the Capitol to AMVETS Post 2006 in Leesburg, VFW Post 9236 in Hernando Beach VFW Post 10084 in Lake Panasoffkee and American Legion Post 186 in Brooksville as a token of appreciation for their service to our great nation. We owe our veterans a debt we’ll never be able to repay.
Congressman Daniel Webster represents The Villages in the U.S. House of Representatives.
