WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Vern Buchanan and Congressman James P. McGovern are leading a bipartisan effort to enhance nutrition education in medical schools. The lawmakers, along with a group of seven colleagues, have sent a letter to the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) urging the council to take additional steps to better prepare physicians to screen and treat diet-related diseases.In the letter, Congressman Buchanan emphasized the importance of increased nutrition education for medical professionals, stating, “As we work together to combat...
WASHINGTON – In a bipartisan effort, Congressman Vern Buchanan and Congressman Jimmy Panetta are leading a group of House Ways and Means lawmakers to express concerns over the new proposed rules related to donor-advised funds by the Treasury Department and IRS. The lawmakers warn that these rules could have a chilling effect on charitable giving.Congressman Buchanan voiced his worry, stating, "I am extremely concerned that these new regulations could significantly discourage charitable giving across the country." The group of lawmakers highlighted their concerns in a...
Congressman Vern Buchanan has been appointed to lead the House Ways and Means American Manufacturing tax panel, where he will focus on the competitiveness of American manufacturing. Buchanan expressed his commitment to improving the tax code for the prosperity of American families, businesses, and manufacturers, stating, "America is at an economic crossroads, fighting for competitiveness in an increasingly global 21st century."The National Association of Manufacturers praised the focus on manufacturing, with Managing Vice President of Policy Chris Netram emphasizing the...
Hardee County FAST results are in, and 36.2% of school students were proficient in Geometry in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.
Manatee County FAST results are in, and 56.1% of school students were proficient in Geometry in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.
Hardee County FAST results are in, and 45% of school students were proficient in Algebra in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.
Manatee County FAST results are in, and 59.7% of school students were proficient in Algebra in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.
Hardee County FAST results are in, and 52.8% of school students were proficient in Math in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.
Manatee County FAST results are in, and 58.4% of school students were proficient in Math in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.
Congressman Vern Buchanan, along with Congressman Schweikert and Congresswoman Steel, has written a letter to the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) urging them to consider the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in health care. The lawmakers expressed concerns about MedPAC's current approach to AI and its potential negative impact on providers and innovators in the health care industry. Buchanan emphasized the importance of leveraging AI technologies in health care, especially in preventative care measures.In the letter, Congressman Buchanan stated, "I am...
Hardee County FAST results are in, and 42.6% of school students were proficient in ELA in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.
Manatee County FAST results are in, and 46.7% of school students were proficient in ELA in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.
Tampa Bay Breathe Free, an ear, nose and throat clinic located at 2805 54th Ave North in Suite 300, announced its support for the C4 Foundation, an organization that supports Navy SEALs and their families.