U.S. Rep. John Rutherford (FL)
Recent News About U.S. Rep. John Rutherford (FL)
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Rutherford comments on FY25 appropriations bill passage by House committee
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Thursday, U.S. Congressman John H. Rutherford (FL-05) released a statement regarding the markup and passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies (THUD) Appropriations bill by the House Appropriations Committee.
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Rep. John Rutherford urges reinstatement of troops discharged over COVID-19 vaccine refusal
Rep. John Rutherford has called for the reinstatement of U.S. servicemembers who were discharged for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine, nearly three years after Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin mandated vaccination for all military personnel. The mandate, supported by President Joe Biden, led to the discharge of over 8,000 servicemembers.
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Rutherford praises House passage of FY25 Homeland Security Appropriations Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Friday, U.S. Congressman John H. Rutherford (FL-05) released a statement regarding the House passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 Homeland Security Appropriations bill.
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Congressman Rutherford comments on FY25 defense appropriations bill passage
On Friday, U.S. Congressman John H. Rutherford (FL-05) released a statement regarding the House passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 Defense Appropriations bill.
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Congressman Rutherford comments on House passage of FY25 NDAA
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Thursday, U.S. Congressman John H. Rutherford (FL-05) released a statement regarding the House passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
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Rutherford comments on FY25 defense appropriations bill passage
On June 13, 2024, U.S. Congressman John H. Rutherford (FL-05) issued a statement regarding the markup and passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 Defense Appropriations bill by the House Appropriations Committee.
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Rutherford comments on FY25 Homeland Security Appropriations Bill passage
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Wednesday, U.S. Congressman John H. Rutherford (FL-05) released a statement regarding the markup and passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 Homeland Security Appropriations bill by the House Appropriations Committee.
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Congressman Rutherford comments on FY25 MILCON/VA appropriations bill passage
On June 5, 2024, U.S. Congressman John H. Rutherford (FL-05) issued a statement regarding the House passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 Military Construction (MILCON) and Veterans Affairs (VA) Appropriations bill.
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Congressman Rutherford discusses FY25 MILCON/VA appropriations bill passage
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Thursday, U.S. Congressman John H. Rutherford (FL-05) released a statement regarding the markup and passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 Military Construction (MILCON) and Veterans Affairs (VA) Appropriations bill by the House Appropriations Committee.
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Congressman Rutherford questions DOJ's enforcement of FACE Act
U.S. Congressman John H. Rutherford (FL-05) has issued a letter to U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland, raising concerns over the Department of Justice's (DOJ) enforcement of the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act. The congressman alleges that the DOJ has not adequately responded to attacks on places of worship and pregnancy centers.
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FY2024 Funding Package Moves Conservative Agenda Forward
In a recent development in Washington, D.C., Congressman John Rutherford from Florida expressed his views on the House passage of H.R. 2882, The Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024. Rutherford highlighted the significance of the bill's passage, stating, "This final package of Fiscal Year 2024 funding bills is far from the bills written by the House last year, but its passage means a win for Speaker Johnson and House Republicans successfully moving our conservative agenda forward."The Congressman outlined various conservative wins achieved through the funding...
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Congressman John Rutherford Announces Annual Congressional Art Competition for FL-05 Constituents
Congressman John Rutherford is excited to announce the launch of the annual Congressional Art Competition for high school students residing in Florida's 5th Congressional District. The competition, established in 1982, provides an exceptional opportunity for young artists to showcase their talents and have their artwork displayed in the United States Capitol."We are thrilled to once again host the Congressional Art Competition, celebrating the artistic achievements of our talented youth in FL-05," said Congressman Rutherford.The deadline for submissions is May 3, 2024,...
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President Biden Has Made Our Nation Weak
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman John Rutherford (FL-05) has criticized President Biden's performance, stating that Biden has made the nation weak both domestically and internationally. Rutherford's statement comes in response to President Biden's recent State of the Union address.Rutherford accused President Biden of failing Americans with his economic policies, remarking, "Bidenomics is failing families, businesses, and anyone trying to buy a home." He criticized the president's approach to tackling inflation and rising interest rates by focusing on taxing the wealthy,...
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Rutherford, Scott Lead Congressional Letter Urging Biden Admin to Reconsider Pause on Florida LNG Export Permits
WASHINGTON, D.C. - A bipartisan group of lawmakers from Florida, led by Congressman John Rutherford and Senator Rick Scott, have sent a letter to President Joe Biden expressing their concerns about the pause on new export permits for liquefied natural gas (LNG). The letter emphasizes the negative impacts of interrupting U.S. LNG exports and the potential reliance on foreign adversaries to meet global energy needs.Congressman Rutherford stated, "U.S. LNG exports provide our allies a source of stable, clean, American-made fuel that they rely on to meet their energy needs."...
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Rutherford Improves Access to Medically Necessary Food
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman John Rutherford (FL-05) has partnered with Congressman Jim McGovern (MA-02) to introduce H.R. 6892, the Medical Nutrition Equity Act. This bill aims to ensure that medically necessary food, vitamins, and individual amino acids are covered for Americans with digestive and inherited metabolic disorders. Without access to this vital nutrition, patients face severe health risks, including unnecessary surgery, hospitalization, intellectual disability, or even death.Congressman Rutherford, who serves as the co-chair of the Crohn's and Colitis...
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Rutherford Introduces Legislation to Support Secret Service Leadership
Today, Congressman John Rutherford (FL-05) introduced H.R. 6955, the Investing in Uniformed Division Leadership Act, in collaboration with Bennie G. Thompson, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Homeland Security. The proposed bill aims to enhance the support and recognition for the Chief and Assistant Chief positions of the United States Secret Service Uniformed Division.The main objective of this legislation is to elevate the Chief and Assistant Chief positions to the Senior Executive Service, aligning their pay and benefits with the level of responsibility and...
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Rutherford Introduces Legislation to Make Schools Safer
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman John Rutherford (FL-05) has introduced H.R. 6613, the Preparing Leaders to Assess Needs (PLAN) for School Safety Act, with the aim of making schools safer. The bill proposes the establishment of school safety development centers that will assist schools in conducting safety assessments, identifying evidence-based solutions, and accessing grant funding.In a statement, Congressman Rutherford emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety of every child in school. He acknowledged the federal resources that have already been made available to...
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Rutherford Announces 2023 Congressional App Challenge Winners
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The winners of the 2023 Congressional App Challenge for Florida's 5th Congressional District have been announced by Congressman John Rutherford. The challenge, which aims to encourage student participation in computer science and coding, saw impressive submissions from young talents across the district.Taking first place is Sarah Park, a student at The Bolles School in Jacksonville. Park's app, "Spark Care+," focuses on mental wellness services. The app allows users to choose a personalized music piece based on their activity, offering relaxation,...
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Rutherford Statement on Vote to Expel George Santos from Congress
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman John Rutherford (FL-05) has issued a statement regarding the House's decision to expel Rep. George Santos (NY-03) from Congress. The vote, which was bipartisan, resulted in a 311 to 114 majority in favor of expulsion.Rutherford, who serves on the House Ethics Committee, emphasized his commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards, House Rules, and the rule of law. He stated, "I have dedicated my life to law and order. I took a sworn oath to support and defend the U.S. Constitution, and as a member of the House Ethics Committee, I am...
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Rutherford Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Protect Florida’s Coastline
Congressman John Rutherford of Florida has introduced a bipartisan bill to protect Florida's coastline from drilling and seismic testing. The bill, known as the Preserving Recreation, Oceans, Tourism, Environment, and Coastal Towns in (PROTECT) Florida Act, aims to codify the existing moratorium on oil and gas leasing, seismic testing, and exploration in federal waters off the coast of Florida until 2032.Florida's coastal economy is a significant contributor to the nation's gross domestic product (GDP) through tourism, fishing, and recreation. According to NOAA, it...