Vern Buchanan
Vernon G. "Vern" Buchanan (born May 8, 1951) is the Congressman for Florida's 16th congressional district, serving in Congress since 2007. He is a member of the Republican Party. U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan is the only Florida Member of Congress to serve on the House Ways and Means Committee, which has jurisdiction over tax policy, international trade, health care, and Social Security. Buchanan also serves as a Co-Chair of the Florida Congressional Delegation.
Prior to serving in Congress, he was in business for over 30 years and was the chairman of both the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce and the Florida State Chamber of Commerce. In addition, he served as member of the board and the executive committee of the United States Chamber of Commerce.
Read more about Vern Buchanan: Early Life and Education, Business Career, Early Political Career, Alleged Ethics and Campaign Finance Law Violations, Personal Life
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