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...
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Rubio, Scott to POTUS: Prepare for Hurricane Impacts to Port of Tampa Bay
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...
Rubio, Scott Support Florida’s Request for Pre-landfall Emergency Declaration Ahead of Hurricane Milton
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...
Video: Rubio Remembers October 7, 2023 Terrorist Attacks
This year marks the first anniversary of the October 7, 2023 terrorist attacks against Israel. 32 Americans died in those attacks, and four of the Americans taken hostage that day remain in captivity. U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) released a video remembering the...
Photos: Rubio Meets With Florida Farm Bureau Post-Hurricane Helene
Following Hurricane Helene’s catastrophic damage throughout Florida’s gulf coast, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) met with the Florida Farm Bureau as well as local agricultural producers, farmers, and growers to discuss the storm’s impact. Photos are courtesy of...
Photos: Rubio Visits Barrier Islands Post-Hurricane Helene
Following Hurricane Helene’s catastrophic damage throughout Florida’s Gulf Coast, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) met with local officials and volunteers from the barrier islands to discuss the storm’s impact and current recovery efforts. Photos are courtesy of...
Rubio’s efforts Assisting Displaced Puerto Ricans using TSA
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September 20, 2017: Rubio, Nelson urge the administration’s continued attention to Hurricane Maria so federal resources can be quickly made available
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September 20, 2017: Rubio, Nelson urge DOJ to expand task force in Puerto Rico to account for any illegal activity related to Hurricane Maria
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September 25, 2017: Rubio Surveys Hurricane Maria Damage in Puerto Rico
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September 26, 2017: Rubio, Nelson Urge Additional Federal Assistance for Puerto Rico, U.S Virgin Islands
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September 28, 2017: Rubio Calls on DOD to Ramp Up Response to Crisis in Puerto Rico
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October 13, 2017: Rubio Urges HHS to Take Aggressive Action to Address Public Health Concerns in Puerto Rico
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October 24, 2017: Rubio, Nelson Urge DOT, FEMA to Identify Interim Solutions for Puerto Rico’s Infrastructure
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October 26, 2017: Letter supporting Governor Rosello’s request for TSA
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October 27, 2017: Rubio Leads Request for Disaster Funding Information from OMB
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December 22, 2017: Rubio, Colleagues Urge CMS to Address Immediate Health Care Needs of Puerto Ricans
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December 22, 2017: Rubio, Colleagues Urge Federal Agencies to Extend Foreclosure Forbearance to Hurricane Maria Victims
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January 10, 2018: Rubio, Nelson Urge Labor Department to Extend Disaster Assistance Deadline for Puerto Ricans
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January 23, 2018: Rubio Requests Information from Puerto Rico Governor on Island’s Cash Balances
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January 25, 2018: Rubio, Nelson Urge FEMA to Coordinate with HUD to Address Long-Term Housing Needs for Hurricane Victims
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January 25, 2018: Rubio Offers Rosselló Assistance to Address Long-term Housing Needs for Displaced Puerto Ricans
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February 1, 2018: Rubio, Nelson Urge DOJ to Work with Puerto Rico to Ensure Safety on the Island After Hurricane Maria
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February 7, 2018: Rubio, González-Colón Secure Funding Priorities for Puerto Rico in Budget Deal
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February 15, 2018: Urging FEMA to expedite the approval of Puerto Rico’s request for Direct Lease assistance
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March 20, 2018: Six Months After Hurricane Maria, Rubio Urges President Trump to Continue Support for Puerto Rico
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March 20, 2018: Rubio Requests Additional Information From Puerto Rico Governor on Island’s Cash Balances (Follow-Up)
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March 21: 2018: Mi Compromiso con Puerto Rico (Op-Ed)
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April 4, 2018: Rubio, Nelson request ENR Hold Additional Hearings on Puerto Rico’s Power Restoration
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April 10, 2018: Rubio, Nelson, Menendez Urge HHS to Take Further Action to Address Immediate Health Care Needs of Puerto Ricans
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April 18, 2018: Rubio, Nelson Urge Fema, Puerto Rico Governor to Extend Housing Assistance for Hurricane Maria Victims at Least Until the End of the School Year
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May 18, 2018: Rubio, Nelson Call on FEMA to Continue Paying Full Cost of Puerto Rico Recovery Effort
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May 22, 2018: Rubio Urges HUD to Approve Governor Scott’s Request for Hurricane Relief
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June 5, 2018: Rubio, Colleagues Call for Briefing, Report on Efforts to Protect Seniors and the Disabled During Hurricanes