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@VernBuchanan

U.S. Congressman

Florida's 16th District
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Joined February 2009
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  1. Mar 9

    We want more sunshine! I appeared on the this morning to discuss my bill to make Daylight Saving Time permanent across the country.

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  2. Mar 7

    At a time when a veteran commits suicide every 72 minutes in the US & suicide rates among active-duty troops continue to skyrocket, we need to do everything in our power to combat this tragic epidemic. Calling on to dedicate significant new federal resources to fight back.

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  3. Mar 6

    State lawmakers overwhelmingly approved making Daylight Saving Time permanent in Florida. Today, I introduced a bill with , , and to make it nationwide. What are your thoughts?

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  4. Mar 5

    I will always fight to protect Social Security and Medicare for seniors and future generations. Via .

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  5. Mar 4

    Had a great time throwing out the first pitch at LECOM Park before yesterday's - game.

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  6. Feb 28

    President Trump made the right decision to walk away from talks with North Korea after Kim’s outrageous demand to lift all economic sanctions in exchange for minor concessions on his part. Kim responds to strength, not weakness.

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  7. Feb 27

    Great discussion today at delegation hearing I chaired with on water quality issues. 16 members from both parties attended. Harmful Algal Blooms including Red Tide and no oil drilling off the coast dominated. Thanks to all who participated!

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  8. Feb 27

    Meeting moments ago with Dr. Michael Crosby, president of Mote Marine, before we head over to the Florida congressional delegation hearing this morning on water quality issues.

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  9. Feb 26

    More than 70,000 Americans die a year from drug overdoses. We have a crisis at the border that must be addressed. I support the President’s emergency declaration and support using $14 billion seized from drug kingpin “El Chapo” to pay for border security.

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  10. Feb 26

    Any new trade deal with must come with enforcement. My interview with on U.S-China trade below 👇

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  11. Retweeted
    Feb 26

    Rep. : “As President Trump looks to secure the southern border, Congress should pass this commonsense measure to use seized drug money to staunch the flow of drugs and violence into our communities.”

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  12. Feb 25

    WEDNESDAY: Looking forward to chairing a bipartisan Florida congressional delegation hearing with on water quality issues such as red tide and algae blooms.

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  13. Feb 21

    Ahead of next week’s in , I am urging to demand the swift and complete repatriation of thousands of American soldiers killed in the Korean War. Via

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  14. Feb 14

    Our soldiers and their families living on military bases should not be subjected to squalid conditions and health hazards like mold and lead. I've launched an inquiry with the Air Force and will continue to demand answers. Via

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    Feb 14

    Vern Buchanan will join David Price as chairs of the House Democracy Partnership

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  16. Feb 13

    If no Member of Congress got paid during a shutdown you can bet this wouldn’t happen again. Stop paying Congress if they can’t do their job. Via

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  17. Feb 13

    Great meeting with Sarasota and Manatee County officials to discuss the importance of local infrastructure, water quality issues, and flood insurance.

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  18. Feb 12

    Members of Congress shouldn’t get paid if they don’t do their job. That’s why I co-sponsored a bill to block paychecks for senators and congressmen during any future government shutdowns. I just donated my pay during the recent shutdown to three local charities.

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  19. Feb 11

    Anti-Semitism has no place in this country, let alone in the halls of Congress. Michigan congresswoman Ilhan Omar should apologize for her hateful and offensive remarks about Jewish money influencing public policy. Via

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  20. Retweeted
    Feb 9
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    Vern Buchanan,You are a fine example of what a Congress man work for the people.Keep saving our animals.We are their voice!

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