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Waltz, Soto Introduce the Jackie Robinson Ballpark Commemorative Site Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressmen Mike Waltz and Darren Soto have introduced the bipartisan Jackie Robinson Ballpark Commemorative Site Act to honor the historic location where Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in professional baseball. The legislation aims to designate the Jackie Robinson Ballpark, home of the Daytona Tortugas, as a National Commemorative Site and initiate a feasibility study for its designation as a National Historic Landmark.Waltz expressed the importance of preserving Jackie Robinson's legacy, stating, “Jackie Robinson changed the course of...
Waltz, Houlahan Introduce Bill to Protect JROTC Programs
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressmen Mike Waltz (FL-06) and Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06) have joined forces to introduce bipartisan legislation aimed at safeguarding and expanding Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) programs across the nation.Waltz emphasized the significance of JROTC programs in fostering civic engagement among youth and addressing military recruitment challenges. He stated, “Our JROTC programs help promote civic participation amongst our youth and help address the recruitment shortfalls our military faces today.” Waltz also...