U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan (R-FL)
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House passes Buchanan's VETS Credit Act 2.0 aiding student veterans
Congressman Vern Buchanan announced that the U.S. House has passed his bill, the VETS Credit Act 2.0 (H.R. 4850), which aims to expand eligibility for G.I. Bill benefits for student veterans.
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Republican lawmakers demand accountability from FEMA over alleged bias against Trump supporters
Last week, Congressman Vern Buchanan led a group of Republican lawmakers in urging action following reports that a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) supervisor instructed staff to avoid providing storm assistance to homes displaying...
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Buchanan demands answers from FEMA over alleged storm aid bias
Congressman Vern Buchanan, joined by 54 House colleagues, has called for accountability from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) following reports of alleged political discrimination in disaster relief efforts.
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Bipartisan push seeks funds for depleted SBA disaster loan program
Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan, co-chair of the Florida delegation, led a bipartisan effort urging Congressional leaders to allocate significant new funding for the Small Business Administration's (SBA) disaster loan program.
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Congressman Buchanan honors local veterans with commendations
Congressman Vern Buchanan has announced the recipients of the 2nd Annual Congressional Veteran Commendation ceremony, honoring veterans from Florida's 16th Congressional District.
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Buchanan leads call for CMS support on digital health tools
Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee and Chairman of the Health Subcommittee, has led a letter urging the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to support digital health tools for Medicare...
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Buchanan pushes for defense priorities in Fiscal Year 2025 NDAA
Congressman Vern Buchanan has sent a letter to the leaders of the Senate and House Armed Services Committees, urging them to include his priorities in the final version of the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
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Buchanan honors first responders with fire and rescue/EMS awards
Congressman Vern Buchanan announced the winners of the 16th Congressional District Fire and Rescue and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Awards.
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Florida delegation urges expedited disaster aid after Hurricane Milton
Longboat Key, Fla. - Congressman Vern Buchanan and Congresswoman Kathy Castor have led the Florida Congressional delegation in urging President Biden to approve Governor Ron DeSantis’ request for an Expedited Major Disaster Declaration following Hurricane Milton.
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Hearing chaired by Buchanan focuses on chronic disease prevention
Last week, Health Subcommittee Chairman Vern Buchanan led a Ways and Means Health Subcommittee Hearing on "Investing in a Healthier America." The hearing focused on the role of preventive medicine and healthy living in combating chronic disease and the growing obesity epidemic.
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Buchanan discusses preventive health on “Doctor’s Farmacy” podcast with Dr. Mark Hyman
Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee and Chairman of the Health Subcommittee, participated in Dr. Mark Hyman’s “Doctor’s Farmacy” podcast to discuss preventive medicine, healthy living, and his efforts in Congress to address the growing obesity epidemic in the United States.
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Hearing announced on chronic disease prevention chaired by Congressman Vern Buchanan
Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee and Chairman of the Health Subcommittee, announced today that he will chair a hearing on “Investing in a Healthier America.” The hearing will focus on the critical role preventive medicine and healthy living play in combating chronic disease and the growing obesity epidemic.
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House passes nine more legislative proposals from Congressman Vern Buchanan
Congressman Vern Buchanan announced that nine of his amendments were included in a series of House-passed government funding bills.
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Buchanan honors law enforcement with annual district awards
Congressman Vern Buchanan held his annual Congressional District Law Enforcement Awards last night at the Manatee Performing Arts Center in Bradenton. Established fourteen years ago, these awards recognize law enforcement officers and departments in Florida’s 16th District for exceptional achievement. Winners were selected by an independent panel of current and retired law enforcement personnel organized by Buchanan.
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Buchanan introduces act focused on Alzheimer's training for law enforcement
Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee and Chairman of the Health Subcommittee, announced today that he has introduced the Alzheimer’s Law Enforcement Education Act with Congresswoman Nanette Barragán (D-CA). This legislation aims to establish a new training course for law enforcement officers responding to Alzheimer's patients.
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Buchanan urges Congress against expiring tax provisions impacting manufacturing sector
Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, and Jay Timmons, president and CEO of the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), co-authored an op-ed in the Washington Examiner urging Congress to take action to prevent what they describe as a "wave of tax increases set to fall on Americans next year, particularly on the heart of the economy — manufacturers and their workers."
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Buchanan introduces bills addressing online threats against children
Congressman Vern Buchanan announced the introduction of two bills aimed at protecting children from modern and evolving online threats.
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Congressman Buchanan announces winners of 2024 Congressional Art Competition
BRADENTON, FL – Congressman Vern Buchanan today announced the winners of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition, a district-wide showcase for high school-aged artists. This year, forty-one entries were submitted from across the district.
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House committee clears medical innovation act aimed at aiding seniors
WASHINGTON – Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee and Chairman of the Health Subcommittee, announced today that his legislation, the American Medical Innovation and Investment Act (H.R. 8816), has passed the House Ways and Means Committee. The legislation is now cleared for consideration by the full U.S. House.
