Representative in Congress, District 5

FACT: The OBBBA is a lifeline to rural America. Read full quote

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As a former Sheriff with over 40 years of law enforcement experience, nothing is more important to me than the safety and security of our community. In Congress, I’m advocating for policies focused on keeping kids safe in school, families safe at home, and police safe while doing their important and dangerous job.

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Removing government red tape to reduce costs and allow small businesses to thrive

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Authored STOP School Violence Act and got it signed into law by President Trump to make our schools safer

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Promoting commonsense legislation to help cut grocery, gas, and electric costs

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Florida’s environment is central to our state’s economy and Florida way of life. I take seriously the responsibility to be a good steward of our environment, so that it can be there for generations to come. That is why I have worked to protect our environment through prudent regulation that prevents unnecessary harm.

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Includes common sense community engagement requirements for able-bodied adults aged 19–64, which can be waived by states on a case-by-case basis for temporary hardships like hospitalizations or disasters Protects the most vulnerable, including children, seniors, those with serious mental or physical disabilities, pregnant women, caregivers, and those already complying with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) work rules Gives states control over work and community engagement requirements, providing $200 million to help implement the new requirements Roots out waste, fraud, and abuse by removing the deceased from enrollment rolls, verifying beneficiary addresses, and making sure only eligible Americans receive benefits FACT: The OBBBA protects vital programs like SNAP for Americans and rewards states for making proper payments. Read full quote

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U.S. Congressmen John H. Rutherford (R-FL-05) and Jared Golden (D-ME-02) reintroduced H.R. 1773, the Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) Protection Act, to increase penalties for robbing or burglarizing Federal Firearm Licensee (FFL) dealers. They were joined by 42 additional cosponsors in the House.

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Fought for lower treatment and premium costs across the board

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Today, Congressman John Rutherford (FL-05) joined Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12) to reintroduce the Public Housing Fire Safety Act. Read full quote

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The United States has been and will continue to be a nation of immigrants that welcomes people from around the world who love this land. However, to ensure our immigration programs are fair and effective, the U.S. government must uphold its own laws and prioritize the protection of our citizens.

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Fought for funding to rebuild our communities in the wake of deadly hurricanes

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FACT: The bill is expected to protect or create up to 7.2 million jobs, including 1.4 million new manufacturing positions, AND supercharge the U.S. economy by boosting the average annual growth by 1.2% annually. Read full quote

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Supported President Trump’s efforts to lower prescription drug prices for seniors

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The One Big Beautiful Bill will give Americans a much-needed tax break AND refocus our country on delivering for the American people. That’s why I voted YES.

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Voted to reform the VA and hold its employees accountable for the way they treat our heroes

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