119th Congress
John H. Rutherford
Representative, FL-5, Florida
Party
- Republican
- Born
- September 2, 1952 (age 74)
- In Congress
- House since 2017
- Term Ends
- January 3, 2027
- Votes With Party
- 99%
- Missed Votes
- 11%
- Office Phone
- 202-225-2501
- Website
- rutherford.house.gov
Committees
- Appropriations
Who Is John H. Rutherford?
John H. Rutherford is a Republican representative from FL-5 in the 119th Congress. In Congress: House since 2017. Born September 2, 1952, Rutherford is 74. On the 310 bills their chamber decided by roll call, Rutherford voted on 275 and missed 35. Rutherford voted with the majority of their party 99% of the time. Rutherford sponsored 9 bills and resolutions this Congress.
How John H. Rutherford Voted
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- YeaProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule issued by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Commercial Harbor Craft Regulations; Notice of Decision".
- YeaPROOF Act
- YeaLindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026
- YeaRatepayer Protection Act
- YeaWater Resources Development Act of 2026
- YeaNational Fraud Enforcement Division Act of 2026
- YeaRetire through Ownership Act
- NayDirecting the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
- YeaProviding for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "California State Nonroad Engine Pollution Control Standards; Ocean-Going Vessels At-Berth; Notice of Decision".
- YeaDiesel Emissions Reduction Act of 2025
- YeaGUARD Act
- YeaWhistleblower Protection Act of 2025
Bills John H. Rutherford Sponsored
- Officer Leslie Coffelt U.S. Secret Service Police Act of 2026 (H.R. 9503, In Committee)
- FAST Act (H.R. 8842, In Committee)
- Fisheries Data Modernization and Accuracy Act of 2025 (H.R. 5699, In Committee)
- PROTECT Florida Act (H.R. 6068, In Committee)
- PLAN for School Safety Act of 2025 (H.R. 2577, In Committee)
- HELPER Act of 2025 (H.R. 2094, In Committee)
- Federal Firearms Licensee Protection Act of 2025 (H.R. 1773, In Committee)
- Protect and Serve Act of 2025 (H.R. 1551, In Committee)
- Red Snapper Act of 2025 (H.R. 470, In Committee)
Floor Speeches
Rutherford spoke on the floor 9 times on 9 session days in the 119th Congress.
- House, September 2, 2026, 364 wordsCelebrating Patricia Ann Richer Jeffery's 100th Birthday
I stand today in celebration of the 100th birthday of Ponte Vedra, Florida's own Pat Jeffery.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, May 14, 2026, 1,134 wordsRemembering Our Fallen Officers
I am here tonight to celebrate Police Week, the National Police Week celebration for the police officers who have given their lives in service to their communities.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, May 12, 2026, 163 wordsHonoring National Police Week
Mr. Speaker and colleagues, as many of you know, this National Police Week is dedicated to the brave men and women of law enforcement who have fallen in the line of duty.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, January 22, 2026, 209 wordsDepartment of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026
Today I rise in support of the fiscal year 2026 Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act and urge my colleagues to do the same.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, January 13, 2026, 188 wordsRecognizing James "Jim" P. Citrano
I rise today to honor the memory of James ``Jim'' P. Citrano, who passed away this last August at the age of 83.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, July 17, 2025, 411 wordsDepartment of Defense Appropriations Act, 2026
Today, our Nation is facing growing and real threats from adversaries around the world. There is China, who continues to rapidly grow their naval capacity at an alarming rate.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, July 16, 2025, 143 wordsHonoring "The Bushwhackers"
I rise today to recognize and honor the U.S. Army Special Combat Engineers 59th Land Clearing Company, also known as ``The Bushwhackers,'' for their immense sacrifice to our Nation during the Vietnam war.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, March 11, 2025, 419 wordsFull-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025
I really appreciate all the hard work that got us here today.
That Day on the FloorRead in the Record ↗ - House, January 9, 2025, 111 wordsRecognizing American Pilot Peter L. Foster
I rise today to recognize Peter L. Foster, a proud American and distinguished commercial and test pilot, who shattered a set of world aviation records in 1988.
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Florida in Congress →
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- Rick Scott (R, Senate)
- Aaron Bean (R, House)
- Gus M. Bilirakis (R, House)
- Vern Buchanan (R, House)
- Kat Cammack (R, House)
- Kathy Castor (D, House)
- Mario Diaz-Balart (R, House)
- Byron Donalds (R, House)
- Neal P. Dunn (R, House)
- Randy Fine (R, House)
- Lois Frankel (D, House)
- Scott Franklin (R, House)
- Maxwell Frost (D, House)
- Carlos A. Gimenez (R, House)
- Mike Haridopolos (R, House)
- Laurel M. Lee (R, House)
- Anna Paulina Luna (R, House)
- Brian J. Mast (R, House)
- Cory Mills (R, House)
- Jared Moskowitz (D, House)
- Jimmy Patronis (R, House)
- Maria Elvira Salazar (R, House)
- Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D, House)
- Darren Soto (D, House)
- W. Gregory Steube (R, House)
- Daniel Webster (R, House)
- Frederica S. Wilson (D, House)
Questions About John H. Rutherford
Is John H. Rutherford still in Congress?
Yes. John H. Rutherford is serving as representative from FL-5 in the 119th Congress.
What party is John H. Rutherford?
John H. Rutherford is a Republican.
When is John H. Rutherford up for reelection?
Rutherford's current term ends January 3, 2027, so the seat is on the ballot in November 2026.
How old is John H. Rutherford?
John H. Rutherford was born September 2, 1952 and is 74.
How often does John H. Rutherford vote with their party?
On the roll calls that decided bills this Congress, Rutherford voted with the majority of their party 99% of the time.
What committees is John H. Rutherford on?
House Committee on Appropriations.