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Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick updates on mobile offices, maternal health, and local tragedy

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Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick U.S. House of Representatives from Florida's 20th district | Official U.S. House Headshot

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick U.S. House of Representatives from Florida's 20th district | Official U.S. House Headshot

Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, serving Florida's 20th District since 2022, has been actively engaging with her constituents through social media. On April 11, she made a series of posts regarding her office's new mobile locations, ongoing efforts addressing maternal health disparities, and a tragic plane crash in South Florida.

In a tweet on April 11, at 13:22 UTC, Cherfilus-McCormick announced new mobile office locations where constituents can receive assistance with federal agencies, such as accessing benefits or obtaining a passport. She encouraged constituents to visit their website for the full schedule of mobile office locations.

Later the same day, at 16:55 UTC, she addressed the issue of maternal mortality rates, highlighting the disproportionate impact on Black women. Cherfilus-McCormick reiterated her commitment to championing solutions in Washington that tackle this critical issue head-on.

Finally, in a statement on April 11, at 19:11 UTC, the congresswoman expressed her sorrow over a tragic event, a plane crash in South Florida. She conveyed her condolences to the families affected, holding those who lost their lives in her thoughts.

Cherfilus-McCormick, who replaced Alcee Hastings in 2022, has lived in Miramar and has an educational background from Howard University and St. Thomas University. Her legislative efforts often focus on health disparities and community outreach.

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