U.S. Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy of Winter Park, Fla. has authored a letter urging the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the U.S. Attorney General, and the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation to take swift action to address the significant number of bomb threats that have been telephoned in to Jewish Community Centers (JCCs) across the nation. Murphy’s letter—which she co-led with House Democratic Caucus Chairman Joseph Crowley of New York—is signed by over...
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U.S. Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy of Winter Park, Fla., was named ranking member on the Contracting and Workforce Subcommittee of the House Small Business Committee. Murphy will use top post to help streamline access to federal resources for central Florida small businesses. “Small businesses are the backbone of our nation’s economy, which is why I’m proud to fight for them on the Small Business Committee,” said Murphy. “When I worked in the private sector helping companies grow,...
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U.S. Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy of Winter Park, Fla., today announced that General Dynamics Mission Systems has been awarded a $9 million contract from the U.S. Army to develop simulation software to support training for Military Intelligence warfighters. The system will be developed in Orlando, home to the nation’s largest modeling, simulation, and training community. “I am pleased to announce that General Dynamics Mission Systems has been awarded a $9 million contract that will contribute...
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Witnesses Ambassador Michael A. Sheehan Distinguished Chair, Combatting Terrorism Center at West Point Professor Bruce Hoffman Director, Center for Security Studies and Director, Security Studies Program, Georgetown University Mr. Brian Michael Jenkins Senior Advisor to the President, RAND Corporation Questions Gentlemen, thank you for your testimony. I represent a district in central Florida that was significantly impacted by terrorism. Last June, a gunman who swore allegiance to ISIL walked into...
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Thank you to my colleague from Florida, Mr. Hastings, for yielding. Mr. Speaker: Two weeks ago, I introduced H.R. 804, legislation designed to ensure that the deliberations and decisions of the National Security Council are not unreasonably influenced by partisan politics. The bill has garnered nearly 130 cosponsors, including the ranking members of the House armed services, foreign affairs, and intelligence committees. It is my hope that the bill will obtain support from...
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy of Winter Park, Fla., today joined a bipartisan group of Members of Congress in requesting a meeting with President Donald Trump to discuss infrastructure investments in America. The group consists of 35 members of the House Problem Solvers Caucus – a coalition of Democrats and Republicans working across party lines to find areas of agreement on key issues, such as tax reform and infrastructure. “As a former businesswoman, I understand the importance...
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Good afternoon. My name is Stephanie Murphy and I am proud to represent the people of central Florida in the U.S. Congress. First, I would like to offer a warm welcome to German Consul General Annette Klein. Given your record of service from Poland to Afghanistan, it is clear you bring a wealth of knowledge and experience with you to Florida, and we’re so happy to have you here with us. I look forward to working with you to fortify the already-strong bonds between the United States and...
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The highest priority of government leaders is to protect the American people. This solemn responsibility was brought into sharp focus when the United States was attacked on Sept. 11, 2001. The attacks underscored our vulnerability as a nation and the need to strengthen our security policies. On a personal level, 9-11 led me to leave the private sector and eventually to enter public service, becoming a national security specialist in the Office of the Secretary of Defense....
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U.S. Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy of Winter Park, Fla., has secured placement on two influential subcommittees that she says will allow her to use her prior experience at the Pentagon to help keep our nation safe and to help grow the central Florida economy. Murphy, who previously worked as a national security specialist at the U.S. Department of Defense, has been assigned to the Emerging Threats and Capabilities Subcommittee and the Readiness Subcommittee, two of seven subcommittees within...
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