Vern Buchanan
Vernon Gale Buchanan is an American businessman, politician, and Air Force National Guard veteran serving as the U.S. representative for Florida's 16th congressional district since 2013. A member of the Republican Party, he first entered Congress in 2007, representing Florida's 13th congressional district until redistricting. His district is anchored by Bradenton. On January 27, 2026, Buchanan announced he would not run for re-election in 2026.
100 votes
Background
Born
1951-05-08, Detroit
Religion
Christianity
Children
James Buchanan
Education
Cleary University, University of Detroit Mercy
Prior Occupations
politician, business executive, campaign manager
Positions Held
United States representative
Details
Country
United States
Chamber
House
Party
Republican
State
Florida
Status
Current member
Elected
2007
Sponsored
1 bills
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What this person's job actually involves
Committees
Attendance (of votes on file)
88% (88 of 100 recorded votes)