Fighting for Florida
The Passing of Dr. Sally Ride
Jul 24 2012
Senator Marco Rubio
My wife Jeanette and I send our thoughts and prayers to Dr. Ride's family and friends. We hope they find comfort and peace in God’s love at this difficult time.Continuing the Fight Against Human Trafficking
Jul 18 2012
After yesterday's Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing, Senator Rubio met with actress Jada Pinkett Smith, an anti-trafficking advocate and founder of the non-profit Don't Sell Bodies.
Newly Sponsored Legislation
Jul 18 2012
Senator Rubio is a cosponsor of S.19, a bill titled the American Liberty Restoration Act. This bill aims to restore the liberty of all Americans by striking the newly passed mandate requiring that private citizens purchase health insurance. Senator Rubio believes that ObamaCare will have disastrous consequences on our economy by raising taxes on individuals and small businesses.
Senator Rubio Talks with Florida Media
Jul 16 2012
Last week, Senator Rubio was interviewed by Ybeth Bruzual with Central Florida News 13. They spoke about ObamaCare, taxes, and small business.
Newly Sponsored Legislation
Jul 12 2012
Senator Marco Rubio has become a co-sponsor on S.AMDT.2506, an amendment to repeal ObamaCare, S.2472, the Autism Spectrum Disorders Semipostal Stamp Act of 2012, S.1728, the Stolen Valor Act of 2011, S.3366, a bill to designate the Haqqani network as a foreign terrorist organization, S.362, the Pancreatic Cancer Research and Education Act, S.3333, the Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2012, S.1578, the End Unnecessary Mailers Act of 2011, S.1796, the Free File Program Act of 2011, S.J.RES.43, a joint resolution approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003, and three amendments to S. 2237, a bill to provide a temporary income tax credit for increased payroll and extend bonus depreciation for an additional year.
Yesterday, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio met with Attorney General Eduardo Montealegre Lynett of Colombia to discuss the potential for deeper institutional cooperation on the rule of law to build upon our successful bilateral security cooperation.
Senator Marco Rubio
This week my office shipped more than 200 books to Florida as part of the Library of Congress' surplus books program. Hillsborough County Schools, the University of Central Florida, and the Plantation Key Senior Center have all received new additions to their libraries. It is my hope that each of these books is found to be an enriching addition to its new home.Happy Fourth of July!
Jul 03 2012
This Independence Day, I want to wish a safe and happy 4th of July to all Americans, especially the Floridians I have the honor of representing in Washington.
Many of you may be getting ready to enjoy time away from work with family and friends, maybe a vacation or barbecue. I hope you enjoy it.
Many of you may be getting ready to enjoy time away from work with family and friends, maybe a vacation or barbecue. I hope you enjoy it.
My Vote On The Transportation Bill
Jun 29 2012
By Senator Marco Rubio
Today, Congress continued its all too familiar custom of making up for months of wasted time by lumping in a wide range of unrelated ideas into one giant bill. As a result, I voted against final passage because, while it contains some policies I support and that are good for Florida and our nation, as a whole, the bill spends too much and relies on budget gimmicks as spending offsets that will ultimately lead to a federal bailout down the road.U.S. Senate Congratulates Miami Heat
Jun 27 2012
Last week, all of South Florida watched with pride as the Miami Heat earned the distinction of being the 2012 NBA Champions in five games. After coming so close to being the NBA Champions last season, the Heat came back stronger than ever this season. This team has proven that hard work and perseverance pay off.