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Image Environment 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. Image Hurricane Preparedness Floridians are not strangers to hurricanes and tropical storms, but these severe weather events can develop quickly and without warning - bringing high winds, heavy rain, storm surge, flooding, and tornadoes with them. It is important to be ready at a moment's notice. I have compiled a list of resources below to help you reduce the impact of a hurricane on your family and home. Image Immigration 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. <div class=\"views-row","source_url":"https://rutherford.house.gov/issues","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Climate","stance":"Issues","detail":"Image Congress Learn about news and information related to Congress. Image Environment 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. Image Hurricane Preparedness Floridians are not strangers to hurricanes and tropical storms, but these severe weather events can develop quickly and without warning - bringing high winds, heavy rain, storm surge, flooding, and tornadoes with them. It is important to be ready at a moment's notice. I have compiled a list of resources below to help you reduce the impact of a hurricane on your family and home. Image Immigration 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. <div class=\"views-row","source_url":"https://rutherford.house.gov/issues","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Technology","stance":"Issues","detail":"Image Congress Learn about news and information related to Congress. Image Environment 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. Image Hurricane Preparedness Floridians are not strangers to hurricanes and tropical storms, but these severe weather events can develop quickly and without warning - bringing high winds, heavy rain, storm surge, flooding, and tornadoes with them. It is important to be ready at a moment's notice. I have compiled a list of resources below to help you reduce the impact of a hurricane on your family and home. Image Immigration 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. <div class=\"views-row","source_url":"https://rutherford.house.gov/issues","source_date":"2026-05-23"},{"topic":"Immigration","stance":"Issues","detail":"Image Congress Learn about news and information related to Congress. Image Environment 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. Image Hurricane Preparedness Floridians are not strangers to hurricanes and tropical storms, but these severe weather events can develop quickly and without warning - bringing high winds, heavy rain, storm surge, flooding, and tornadoes with them. It is important to be ready at a moment's notice. I have compiled a list of resources below to help you reduce the impact of a hurricane on your family and home. Image Immigration 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. <div class=\"views-row","source_url":"https://rutherford.house.gov/issues","source_date":"2026-05-10"},{"topic":"Cryptocurrency","stance":"Voted YES on HJ Res 25, repealing the IRS rule that would have required DeFi brokers to report crypto transactions — signed into law by President Trump (Bill: hjres25-119)","detail":"H.J.Res.25 (Congressional Review Act) was signed into law, repealing the IRS rule requiring DeFi protocols to report users' crypto transactions as \"brokers.\" Passed the House 286-X on March 11, 2025 with bipartisan support. This was one of the first crypto-friendly laws enacted in the 119th Congress. 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