Vern Buchanan retiring after 20 years in Congress
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Tampa — Rep. Vern Buchanan announced Tuesday that he will retire at the end of his term, ending nearly 20 years in Congress. Buchanan represents Florida’s 16th District and has served since being elected in 2006. He is vice chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, chaired a health subcommittee, and helped shape the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. His office says more than 50 of his measures became law under four presidents. Buchanan cited constituent service as motivation. His retirement adds to a wave of House Republican departures this cycle. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.
Timeline of Events
- 2006 — Buchanan elected to the U.S. House representing southwest Florida.
- 2007 — Buchanan begins his first term in Congress.
- 2017 — Participated in development and implementation of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
- 2020 — Received the Humane Society’s Legislator of the Year Award (second time).
- Tuesday — Announced he will not seek reelection and will retire at term end in early 2027.
- Articles Published:
- 6
- Right Leaning:
- 2
- Left Leaning:
- 1
- Neutral:
- 3
- Distribution:
- Left 17%, Center 50%, Right 33%
Potential local candidates and both political parties benefit from an open congressional seat that creates competitive opportunities, increased fundraising attention, and strategic repositioning ahead of upcoming elections.
Constituents and district staff will face short-term disruption in constituent services and uncertainty during the transition to new representation.
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