This upcoming Sunday, the people of Venezuela will hold an election that, if legitimate, would put an end to years of the oppressive Maduro narco-regime. U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) issued a statement in support of the Venezuelan people: “The...
Este próximo domingo, el pueblo venezolano tendrá una elección que, de ser legítima, pondría fin a años de opresión por parte del narco-régimen de Maduro. El senador estadounidense Marco Rubio (R-FL) grabó un mensaje de video en español y emitió una declaración en...
Twenty-three years ago, the United States was attacked by Islamic terrorists on September 11, 2001. Now, Zacarias Moussaoui, the only person convicted in a U.S. court for his role in the attack, has requested the U.S. Department of Justice to allow a prisoner transfer...
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio’s (R-FL) office will host virtual 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...
As the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) opens up new facilities, many veterans are losing access to the VA’s Community Care Program and, consequently, their long-term healthcare providers. Veterans throughout the country have reported a loss of care, including...
The U.S.-India partnership is vital to countering influences from Communist China. In order to strengthen this partnership, it is essential to enhance our strategic diplomatic, economic, and military relationship with New Delhi. U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL)...
Jacksonville, FL – U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) issued the following statement today following a briefing with law enforcement on this weekend’s tragedies in Jacksonville:
“As the Jacksonville community works to recover from two terrible and senseless tragedies this past weekend, Jeanette and I are keeping the victims and all those affected in our prayers. I am thankful for our tireless first responders who are always there to answer the call, no matter how difficult. Earlier today, I was briefed by law enforcement on the shooting at the video game tournament, and I had the opportunity to visit with hospital administrators, trauma doctors, and survivors of Sunday’s attack. I remain committed to pushing for legislation that takes a multi-pronged approach to both addressing mental health and keeping guns out of the wrong hands.”
A timeline of Rubio’s efforts on gun violence following the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School is below:
Timeline of Rubio’s Efforts to Address Gun Violence
February 16: Rubio visits Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
February 26: Rubio, Nelson, Deutch Urge DOJ to Approve Florida Law Enforcement Reimbursement Request for Parkland Response
February 27: Rubio Meets with Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School students
March 1: Rubio announces his intention on the Senate floor to introduce legislation to reduce school shootings
March 5: Rubio introduces the Stop School Violence Act
March 5: Rubio co-sponsors the NICS Denial Notification Act with Senators Pat Toomey, Chris Coons, and Bill Nelson
March 5: Rubio calls on the Department of Education to tighten guidelines for reporting dangerous behavior at school to law enforcement
March 7: Rubio and Nelson outline bill on “gun-violence prevention orders” also known as “red flag”
March 7: Rubio co-sponsors a bill with 12 other senators to increase funding for school counselors, alarm systems, security cameras and crisis intervention training
March 8: Rubio Meets with Parkland Student Kyle Kashuv
March 13: Rubio, Hatch meet with Parkland student Kyle Kashuv, Ryan and Patrick Petty.
March 13: Rubio, Nelson and several other senators hold a press conference to promote the Stop School Violence Act
March 14: Rubio testifies before the Senate Judiciary Committee to promote his plans to reduce shootings
March 14: Rubio meets with Parkland student Kyle Kashuv
March 20: Rubio, Nelson Introduce Bill to Allow Tax Deductions for Charitable Donations to Groups Supporting Parkland Families
March 21: Rubio Applauds Inclusion of STOP School Violence Act in Spending Bill
March 22: Rubio, Nelson, Reed Introduce “Red Flag” Bill
March 22: Rubio Introduces Bill to Ensure Schools Report Threats to Local Law Enforcement
April 6: Rubio: We’re Investing in What Works to Reduce School Shootings and Make Schools Safer
April 18: PHOTOS: Rubio, Nelson Host Experts and Leaders for National School Safety Forum
April 23: Following Rubio Request, DOJ Reimburses Florida Law Enforcement for Parkland Response
April 26: Rubio Urges Education, Justice Depts to Review Broward County Schools’ Discipline and Safety Policies
May 16: Following Recent Violence in Liberty City, Rubio Introduces Bill to Improve Safety Standards for Public Housing Tenants
June 5: VIDEO: Rubio Continues to Press Education Dept on Obama-Era School Discipline Guidelines
June 14: Rubio Secures $100 Million to Implement Stop School Violence Act
June 14: Rubio Secures Key Funding for STOP School Violence Act, Florida’s Environmental Priorities
August 24: Rubio Secures Key Funding to Address School Safety, South Florida Algal Blooms