Vern Buchanan

Buchanan, Thompson Lead Landmark Bill to Transform U.S. Cycling Industry The America Bikes Act Bolsters Safety, Increases Access to Bikes, Onshores Bike Manufacturing WASHINGTON — Co-Chairs of the Congressional Bike Caucus Congressmen Vern Buchanan and Mike Thompson (D-Calif.) announced the…

ICYMI: Buchanan Makes Case for Locking the Clock for Good in Sarasota Herald-Tribune Op-Ed “After Nearly a Decade of Work, With the Support of the President and Growing Momentum in Both Chambers, We Have a Real Chance to Deliver It.” Op-Ed Details Health, Safety and Economic Benefits of Making…

Buchanan Celebrates Committee Approval of FDA Modernization Act 3.0 Energy and Commerce Committee Advances Legislation to Modernize Drug Testing and Reduce Animal Experiments Builds on Buchanan’s FDA Modernization Act 2.0 Law to Accelerate Safer, More Humane Drug Development WASHINGTON – Today,…

Buchanan, Titus, Fitzpatrick Introduce the AVERT Future Violence Act Bill Assesses Link Between Acts of Animal Cruelty and Domestic Violence WASHINGTON — Congressman Vern Buchanan, co-chair of the Congressional Animal Protection Caucus, joined Congresswoman Dina Titus (D-Nev.) and Congressman Brian…

Buchanan’s SAFE Act, BIKE Act Advanced Through Five-Year Surface Transportation Reauthorization Bill Bills End Horse Slaughter and Support Bicycle Safety Education Marked Up by House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan released the following…

Buchanan, Bilirakis Applaud Passage of Provision to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent Buchanan’s Sunshine Protection Act Sent to House Floor WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee and Rep. Gus Bilirakis (R-Fla.), Chairman of the House…

Buchanan’s Bill to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent Advances to House Floor Buchanan’s Sunshine Protection Act Marked Up in E C Committee WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan released the following statement after his Sunshine Protection Act (H.R. 139), a bill to make Daylight Saving…

ICYMI: Buchanan, Tonko Push for Alzheimer’s Screening and Prevention in Punchbowl News Interview Advocate to Pass ASAP Act with 100+ Bipartisan Cosponsors WASHINGTON — Yesterday, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee and Chairman of the Health Subcommittee,…

Buchanan Leads Bill to Ensure American Semiconductor Superiority in Space Bipartisan Legislation Clarifies Section 48D Investment Credit Eligibility for Space-Based Semiconductor Manufacturing WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee,…

Buchanan’s Bill to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent Advances to Markup Buchanan’s Sunshine Protection Act Slated for E C Committee Markup Tomorrow WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan released the following statement after his Sunshine Protection Act (H.R. 139), a bill to make Daylight…

Buchanan, Castor Introduce Bill to Expand Hospital at Home, Lower Health Care Costs WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee and Chair of the Health Subcommittee, and Congresswoman Kathy Castor (D-Fla.) introduced the bipartisan At Home…

Buchanan Digital Health Reporting Bill Advanced by House Energy and Commerce Committee E C Health Subcommittee Marks Up Health Care Efficiency Through Flexibility Act to Expand Reporting Options for ACOs WASHINGTON —Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means…

Buchanan Announces 2026 Service Academy Appointments 16 FL-16 Students Appointed to Service Academies Photograph L to R: Micah Pubillones, Jack Crosbie, Caine Cokkinias, Hunter Wilk, Dax Morgan, Caitlin Nguyen, John Wheaton Riverview, Fla. — Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan announced that 16 of the…

During National Police Week, Momentum Grows for Buchanan’s Thin Blue Line Act Gains Democratic Support, Trump Administration Endorsement Bipartisan Legislation Strengthens Penalties Against Cop Killers WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan announced new bipartisan support for his Thin Blue…

Buchanan Recognizes Endangered Species Day Leads Congressional Resolution Supporting Endangered Species Day, Pens Sarasota Herald-Tribune Op-Ed Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan, co-chair of the Congressional Animal Protection Caucus, joined Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-Mich.) and Congressman Don…

Buchanan, Griffith Urge CMS to Protect ACOs While Cracking Down on Medicare Fraud Write Letter to CMS Administrator Oz Praising CMS Initiatives, Calling for Stable Benchmarks WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee and Chair of the Health…

Buchanan Announces Winners of 2026 Congressional Art Competition Ireland Cates of Bloomingdale High School in Valrico Named 1st Place Winner BRADENTON, FL – Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan announced the winners of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition, a district-wide showcase for high…

Buchanan Announces Congressional Education Award Recipients Awards Presented to 287 School Employees in the 16th District BRADENTON, Fla. — Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan announced the recipients of his Congressional Educations Awards. Buchanan established the Congressional Education Awards 12…

Buchanan, Ross Reintroduce Bipartisan Petfax Act to Increase Transparency in Pet Sales “Families Across America Deserve Transparency When Bringing a New Pet into Their Home, And Breeders Should Be Held to a Basic Standard of Accountability.” Legislation Empowers Consumers and Cracks Down on…

ICYMI: Buchanan Chairs Hearing on Improving Kidney Health Through Better Prevention and Innovative Treatment "We've Got to Find a Way to Help People, Educate People ... To Make Better Choices Themselves." Discusses Rise of Chronic Kidney Disease, Need for Prevention and Innovative Treatments…

95 Organizations Urge Support for Buchanan’s Lowering Costs for Caregivers Act Broad Coalition of Health Care, Aging and Financial Services Organizations Calls on Congress to Provide Financial Relief for Family Caregivers WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House…

Buchanan Applauds HHS Action to Strengthen Hospital Nutrition, Support Florida Farmers "What we serve patients matters as much as their prescriptions." Announcements Made During 'Take Back Your Health' Tour in Miami WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and…

Buchanan, Bilirakis, Lee Introduce Legislation to Crack Down on Dangerous Synthetic Drug Buchanan, Bilirakis, Lee Introduce Legislation to Crack Down on Dangerous Synthetic Drug "Florida Has Led the Way in Addressing Emerging Drug Threats, But We Need a Clear, Nationwide Standard to Prevent Bad…

Buchanan Celebrates HHS’ National Effort to Strengthen Nutrition Education for Future Physicians "Improving Nutrition Education for Doctors, Students and Families Is One of the Most Important Steps We Can Take to Make America Healthier." 53 Medical Schools Pledge to Update Nutrition Education…

Buchanan, Moody Lead Letter Urging Trump Administration to Protect Florida Growers in USMCA Review "Florida's Farmers Are Being Squeezed Out of Their Own Market by a Flood of Low-priced Imports from Mexico." Lawmakers Call for Targeted Tariff Measures to Stop Unfair Mexican Trade Practices…

Health Chairman Buchanan Opening Statement: Hearing on Improving Kidney Health Through Better Prevention and Innovative Treatment WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee and Chair of the Health Subcommittee , delivered the following remarks…

ICYMI: Buchanan Highlights Benefits of Working Families Tax Cuts in Tampa Bay Times Op-Ed "By Lowering Taxes, Rewarding Work and Strengthening Our Economy, We Are Restoring Opportunity and Ensuring the American Dream Remains Within Reach for the Next Generation." Op-Ed Details Tax Relief for…

ICYMI: Buchanan Highlights Early Impact of Working Families Tax Cuts During IRS Hearing "199A is Another Powerful Tool Where You Get Some Parity with Corporate America" Discusses Tax Relief for Workers, Support for Small Businesses and Faster Refund Processing WASHINGTON - Today, C ongressman Vern…

ICYMI: Buchanan, Tonko Highlight Alzheimer’s Prevention, Early Detection at Hill Interview "You Need to be, in Today's World, the CEO of Your Own Health" Advocates for ASAP Act , Early Screening and Support for Families WASHINGTON - Yesterday, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House…

ICYMI: Department of Justice Endorses Buchanan’s Thin Blue Line Act "Our Message Is Clear: We Stand with Our Law Enforcement and They Have Our Full Support." Trump Administration Backs Legislation to Strengthen Penalties Against Cop Killers WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan announced…

Leading Alzheimer’s Advocates Urge Support for Buchanan’s ASAP Act 459 Organizations and Researchers Call on Congress to Fight Alzheimer's: "The Need for Action is Urgent." WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan , Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee and Chairman of the Health…

Buchanan Beyer, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support Wildlife Migration and Protect Biodiversity "Earth Day Is the Perfect Opportunity to Advance Commonsense Solutions That Ensure the Future of Our Nation's Wildlife." Earth Day Legislation Establishes a National Wildlife Corridor…

Buchanan, Doggett Lead Effort to Establish ‘Kidney Health Officer’ to Improve Prevention and Innovation "Establishing A Kidney Health Officer at HHS Would Build on Existing Efforts, Strengthen Prevention Strategies and Help Ensure Patients Have Access to Care Sooner." Lawmakers Partner with HHS to…

Buchanan Leads Multi-Front Effort to Advance SAFE Act, End Horse Slaughter "Protecting America's Horses from Slaughter Is a Commonsense, Bipartisan Priority That Reflects Our Values as a Nation." Leads Bipartisan Efforts, Meets Advocates to Protect America's Horses WASHINGTON - Congressman Vern…

Buchanan, Miller, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Recognizing Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Month "For Too Long, Our Health Care System Has Focused on Treating Illness After the Fact Instead of Preventing It." Highlights the Life-Saving Role of Early Detection and Prevention in Reducing…

ICYMI: Buchanan Addresses Trade Issues with USTR Greer, Including Work on Protecting Florida Farmers "In Fact, Nearly $200 Billion in Goods Flow from Florida's airports and Seaports Each Year." Highlights Progress Defending American Farmers, Expanding Market Access and Shrinking the Trade Deficit…

ICYMI: Buchanan Chairs Health Subcommittee Field Hearing on Prevention and Modernized Health Care in Southwest Florida "Eating Real Food is a Key Component to Preventing and Reducing Chronic Diseases." Discusses Need for Prevention, Nutrition, Screening and Innovative Solutions to Improve Health…

ICYMI: Buchanan Highlights HHS Secretary Kennedy’s Crucial Work Fixing America’s Broken Health Care System "The U.S. is Spending $5.3 Trillion on Health Care and Getting Sicker as a Nation." Highlights Ongoing Work on Prevention, Nutrition and Early Detection to Improve Outcomes and Lower Costs…

ICYMI: Buchanan Questions Health System CEOs on Prevention, Nutrition and the Path to Lower Health Care Costs "We Must Prioritize Prevention as a Key to Reversing Trends in Heart Disease, Obesity and Diabetes." Highlights "Food as Medicine," Childhood Obesity Crisis and Need for Hospitals to Lead…

ICYMI: Buchanan Questions Health System CEOs on Prevention, Nutrition and the Path to Lower Health Care Costs “We Must Prioritize Prevention as a Key to Reversing Trends in Heart Disease, Obesity and Diabetes.” Highlights “Food as Medicine,” Childhood Obesity Crisis and Need for Hospitals to Lead…

ICYMI: Buchanan Addresses Trade Issues with USTR Greer, Including Work on Protecting Florida Farmers “In Fact, Nearly $200 Billion in Goods Flow from Florida’s airports and Seaports Each Year.” Highlights Progress Defending American Farmers, Expanding Market Access and Shrinking the Trade Deficit…

Buchanan Beyer, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Support Wildlife Migration and Protect Biodiversity “Earth Day Is the Perfect Opportunity to Advance Commonsense Solutions That Ensure the Future of Our Nation’s Wildlife.” Earth Day Legislation Establishes a National Wildlife Corridor…

Buchanan, Miller, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Recognizing Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Month “For Too Long, Our Health Care System Has Focused on Treating Illness After the Fact Instead of Preventing It.” Highlights the Life-Saving Role of Early Detection and Prevention in Reducing…

ICYMI: Buchanan Highlights HHS Secretary Kennedy’s Crucial Work Fixing America’s Broken Health Care System “The U.S. is Spending $5.3 Trillion on Health Care and Getting Sicker as a Nation.” Highlights Ongoing Work on Prevention, Nutrition and Early Detection to Improve Outcomes and Lower Costs…

ICYMI: Buchanan Chairs Health Subcommittee Field Hearing on Prevention and Modernized Health Care in Southwest Florida “Eating Real Food is a Key Component to Preventing and Reducing Chronic Diseases.” Discusses Need for Prevention, Nutrition, Screening and Innovative Solutions to Improve Health…

Buchanan Leads Multi-Front Effort to Advance SAFE Act, End Horse Slaughter “Protecting America’s Horses from Slaughter Is a Commonsense, Bipartisan Priority That Reflects Our Values as a Nation.” Leads Bipartisan Efforts, Meets Advocates to Protect America’s Horses WASHINGTON — Congressman Vern…

Buchanan, Doggett Lead Effort to Establish ‘Kidney Health Officer’ to Improve Prevention and Innovation “Establishing A Kidney Health Officer at HHS Would Build on Existing Efforts, Strengthen Prevention Strategies and Help Ensure Patients Have Access to Care Sooner.” Lawmakers Partner with HHS to…

Buchanan Applauds HHS Action to Strengthen Hospital Nutrition, Support Florida Farmers “What we serve patients matters as much as their prescriptions.” Announcements Made During ‘Take Back Your Health’ Tour in Miami WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and…

ICYMI: Buchanan, Tonko Highlight Alzheimer’s Prevention, Early Detection at Hill Interview “You Need to be, in Today s World, the CEO of Your Own Health” Advocates for ASAP Act, Early Screening and Support for Families WASHINGTON — Yesterday, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House…

Vern Buchanan sponsored this legislation: AI Fraud Accountability Act. Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Science, Space, and Technology, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case…