Following Hurricane Milton’s catastrophic landfall, Governor Ron DeSantis has requested an Expedited Major Disaster Declaration to support Florida's response and recovery efforts. U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL), U.S. Representative Vern Buchanan (R-FL), and members...
Following Hurricane Milton’s catastrophic landfall in Florida, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) joined the U.S. Coast Guard to survey impacted areas across the State. Photos are courtesy of Senator Rubio’s office. Senator Rubio joins the U.S. Coast Guard for a flyover...
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio’s (R-FL) office will host in-person Mobile Office Hours next week to assist constituents with federal casework issues in their respective local communities. These office hours offer constituents who do not live close to one of Senator Rubio’s...
Major Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall in Florida, bringing with it devastating storm surge, winds, and inland flooding. The Seminole Tribe of Florida should have access to the federal resources required for emergency response and recovery preparations on...
Major Hurricane Milton is forecasted to potentially hinder or obstruct the Port of Tampa Bay, which receives more than 40 percent of Florida’s petroleum products. It’s crucial for the federal government to expedite all requested measures to protect Florida’s economy...
Major Hurricane Milton is forecasted to impact Florida with devastating storm surge, winds, and inland flooding. After just being hit by Hurricane Helene, it’s crucial for the State of Florida to have the support of the federal government. U.S. Senators Marco Rubio...
Insufficient physical activity has been consistently linked to obesity, attention deficit disorders, poor sleep, and poor mental health. In children, these challenges result in long-term educational and developmental challenges, which leave them underprepared for adulthood.
Despite the clear benefits of daily recess, only nine states require daily recess for elementary school students. Additionally, many public schools across the U.S. have reduced or completely eliminated opportunities for students to engage in physical activity.
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) introduced the Make America Active Again Act which would set minimum physical activity requirements, in the form of recess or physical education (PE) courses, for elementary schools participating in the National School Lunch Program. The bill would require elementary school students in participating schools to engage in at least 150 minutes of recess or PE each week.
Flashback … Senator Rubio is a proponent of finding ways to give Americans the proper tools to live healthy lives. In the 118th Congress, he introduced the Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Nutrition Act, the Healthy SNAP Act and the SNAP Nutrition Security Act.
Looking Forward… Senator Rubio will continue to advocate for his health and nutrition priorities in the upcoming FY 25 farm bill.