Rep. John Rutherford

Proudly serving NE FL District 5. Former Sheriff focused on keeping communities safe & protecting your rights. @HouseAppropsGOP

[Rep. John Rutherford @RepRutherfordFL]

🌀 Florida’s hurricane season is here!🌀

First step of being prepared is making a plan!

Visit https://t.co/qzicUSy52w for more information & hurricane preparedness tips.

[Rep. John Rutherford @RepRutherfordFL]

One of my greatest privileges as a member of Congress is nominating talented young men and women from Northeast Florida to attend America’s military service academies.

Calling high school students in Florida's Fifth District interested in serving our country to apply now! 🇺🇸

Applications close September 30, 2026. https://t.co/UhL5AIi2mo

[Rep. John Rutherford @RepRutherfordFL]

I was proud to join Gold Star families at the Jacksonville National Cemetery Remembrance on Saturday morning to honor our nation’s brave servicemen and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice to keep the air we breathe free.

I was also proud to be part of the St. Johns County Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday. It was an honor to personally thank two Gold Star moms, Krista Joseph and Joy Plant, for the service and sacrifice of their sons, Charlie Keating and Seth Plant. May we all live the rest of our lives worthy of their sacrifice. 🇺🇸

[Rep. John Rutherford @RepRutherfordFL]

On this Memorial Day, we honor the brave men and women who paid the ultimate price for our freedom. May their sacrifices never be forgotten.

[Rep. John Rutherford @RepRutherfordFL]

This morning was supposed to be the opening day of the 2026 recreational South Atlantic red snapper season. I, along with many anglers, was excited to see red snapper fishing once again off of our coast, especially after years of fighting for more days.

Unfortunately, yesterday the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia halted activities under the exempted fishing permits (EFPs) that authorized the 2026 state recreational red snapper seasons in the South Atlantic. The EFPs for Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina are no longer in effect until further order from the Court, and the recreational harvest of red snapper in the South Atlantic remains closed.

I stand with @MyFWC, @NOAA, and U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Lutnik against this delay tactic.

We are not giving up on this year’s 39-day season. I hope to see this resolved quickly.

[NOAA Fish Southeast @NOAAFisheriesSE]

NOAA Fisheries Update: Effective Immediately, No Recreational Red Snapper Fishing is Authorized Under the South Atlantic Exempted Fishing Permits - South Atlantic Red Snapper Fishing in Federal Waters Remains Closed
https://t.co/9Ky0DOWHnF

[Rep. John Rutherford @RepRutherfordFL]

Thanks to the hardworking men and women of the First Coast’s booming maritime industry, Northeast Florida is a logistics hub for the entire Eastern Seaboard. This National Maritime Day, I’m grateful for the strong maritime industry right here in Jacksonville!

[Rep. John Rutherford @RepRutherfordFL]

Having more federal law enforcement officers in the air and in our airports makes air travel safer for all Americans, as does promoting efficient security protocols.

That’s why I introduced the bipartisan FAST Act with @RepCuellar to support our law enforcement officers by providing them with access to safe, efficient air travel.

Learn more 👇
https://t.co/6wmYDZmF7V

[Rep. John Rutherford @RepRutherfordFL]

PASSED the House!

This year’s MilCon-VA bill invests in veteran care, improves quality-of-life for military families, and strengthens our critical infrastructure to support base readiness in Northeast Florida and nationwide.

Promises made and promises kept🇺🇸

[Rep. John Rutherford @RepRutherfordFL]

Thank you to our many brave servicemen and women who have sacrificed so much to keep the air we breathe free. This Military Appreciation Month, we salute and thank you.

[Rep. John Rutherford @RepRutherfordFL]

This National Police Week is dedicated to the brave men and women of law enforcement who have fallen in the line of duty. As a lifelong law enforcement officer and a former sheriff, this day is both reflective and somber for me, my colleagues, and our law enforcement communities nationwide.

Our officers stand as a shield between the vulnerable they vow to protect and those intent on doing them harm. Today and every day, may we live our lives worthy of their sacrifice.

[Rep. John Rutherford @RepRutherfordFL]

Thank you, President Trump and Secretary Kennedy for your unwavering support for American families, especially new and expecting mothers, and for helping provide them with the guidance and information they need to help lead healthy, prosperous lives.
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[Rep. John Rutherford @RepRutherfordFL]

We owe an immense debt to the Greatest Generation veterans who fought on land, air, and sea to secure freedom for our country and the world during World War II. Today, we honor them and celebrate our victory over tyranny.

[Rep. John Rutherford @RepRutherfordFL]

I have seen firsthand the powerful and positive impact prayer can have on one’s life and those around them. This National Day of Prayer, I pray for our armed forces, first responders, Northeast Florida, our country, and those around the world who bravely express their faith even in the face of persecution.

[Rep. John Rutherford @RepRutherfordFL]

Small businesses are the foundation of our economy. Grateful for Northeast Florida’s hard working entrepreneurs who create jobs and help grow our economy.

[Rep. John Rutherford @RepRutherfordFL]

Happy Florida Teachers' Day to the amazing educators in our communities and across Florida! Thank you for playing a critical role in our students’ education and growth.

[Rep. John Rutherford @RepRutherfordFL]

This is a HUGE WIN for Florida’s anglers and coastal communities across the South Atlantic!

Thank you, President Trump and Secretary Lutnick for your partnership and strong, decisive action to Make Fishing Great Again!

[Rep. John Rutherford @RepRutherfordFL]

As a former law enforcement officer, I know firsthand the dangers our officers face each and every day they put on their badges, say goodbye to their families, and cross the thin blue line. Today, on Florida's Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, we honor and thank those who risk their lives to protect and serve our communities all across Florida.

[Florida Times-Union @jaxdotcom]

Opinion: Rep. Rutherford: The F-35 Lightning II is more than a plane https://t.co/K3klV3LAYT

[Rep. John Rutherford @RepRutherfordFL]

Northeast Florida is the proud home of the 125th Fighter Wing at Jacksonville Air National Guard Base, which hosts our nation’s battle-proven stealth fighter: the F-35 Lightning II. While we see these incredible fighter jets in our skies regularly, we may not fully appreciate just how vital this state-of-the-art aircraft is to our national security as well as our local and state economy.

Read my @jaxdotcom op-ed to learn more about why the F-35 Lightning II is more than a plane 👇
https://t.co/QTrCk4Qtq6