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What Vern Buchanan said, and what was done

U.S. Representative, Florida 16th district · Republican

9 statements quoted from the Congressional Record, each cited to the page it is printed on and set against this member’s recorded votes.

What was said, and what was done

2026-07-14

SUNSHINE PROTECTION ACT OF 2025

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, July 14, 2026, p. H4448

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of my bill, the Sunshine Protection Act, which would make daylight saving time permanent and finally end the biannual clock switch.”

Vern Buchanan, Congressional Record, July 14, 2026, p. H4448

Remarks in the Congressional Record of July 14, 2026.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2026-06-29

HEALTH CARE EFFICIENCY THROUGH FLEXIBILITY ACT

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, June 29, 2026, p. H4273

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I thank Chairman Smith for his incredible leadership over the years. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of my bill, the Health Care Efficiency Through Flexibility Act, which helps minimize burdens on value-based care organizations.”

Vern Buchanan, Congressional Record, June 29, 2026, p. H4273

Remarks in the Congressional Record of June 29, 2026.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2026-06-03

HONORING SCHOOL EMPLOYEES WITH THE CONGRESSIONAL EDUCATION AWARD

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, June 3, 2026, p. E517

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the outstanding school employees in Florida's 16th Congressional District. School employees work tirelessly because they understand that their efforts are not just about fulfilling a job description, but about shaping the future.”

Vern Buchanan, Congressional Record, June 3, 2026, p. E517

Remarks in the Congressional Record of June 3, 2026.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2025-12-03

RECOGNIZING FLORIDA'S 16TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT FIRE AND RESCUE EMS AWARDS RECIPIENTS

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, December 3, 2025, p. E1145

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize fire, rescue and EMS personnel who have provided distinguished service to the people of Florida's 16th Congressional District. First responders, fire departments and emergency medical service teams are summoned on short notice to serve their respective communities.”

Vern Buchanan, Congressional Record, December 3, 2025, p. E1145

Remarks in the Congressional Record of December 3, 2025.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2025-12-03

RECOGNIZING THE RECIPIENTS OF FLORIDA'S 16TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT VETERAN COMMENDATION

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, December 3, 2025, p. E1139

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize a group of veterans for their military and community service. Our veterans have sacrificed much in the defense of our Nation. Many of them retired their uniforms but continue their service by helping others in their community.”

Vern Buchanan, Congressional Record, December 3, 2025, p. E1139

Remarks in the Congressional Record of December 3, 2025.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2025-07-29

PAYING TRIBUTE TO MS. JAN SETNOR

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, July 29, 2025, p. E737

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, today I pay tribute to Jan Setnor, MSN, CRNA, Col. (Ret), USAFR, NC. Ms. Setnor will soon complete her year as national president of the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA).”

Vern Buchanan, Congressional Record, July 29, 2025, p. E737

Remarks in the Congressional Record of July 29, 2025.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2025-07-17

PAYING TRIBUTE TO THE CONGRESSIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AWARDS RECIPIENTS OF FLORIDA'S 16TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, July 17, 2025, p. E689

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to law enforcement men and women who have provided distinguished service to the people of Florida's 16th Congressional District. Law enforcement is a demanding profession that requires sacrifice, courage, and dedication to serve others.”

Vern Buchanan, Congressional Record, July 17, 2025, p. E689

Remarks in the Congressional Record of July 17, 2025.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2025-05-15

WELCOMING DR. JOHN CROSS

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, May 15, 2025, p. H2064

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Dr. John Cross, who just delivered this morning's opening prayer. John is the senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Sarasota and has been the pastor for many, many years.”

Vern Buchanan, Congressional Record, May 15, 2025, p. H2064

Remarks in the Congressional Record of May 15, 2025.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

2025-05-01

CONGRESSIONAL EDUCATION AWARD

Remarks What was said on the floor, quoted and cited, with no reading of it written here.

House floor · Congressional Record, May 1, 2025, p. E374

What was said

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of outstanding school employees in Florida's 16th Congressional District. School employees work tirelessly because they understand that their efforts are not just about fulfilling a job description, but about shaping the future.”

Vern Buchanan, Congressional Record, May 1, 2025, p. E374

Remarks in the Congressional Record of May 1, 2025.

Set against the record

No vote is matched to this statement. What it refers to is named in the summary.

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