John H. Rutherford
Representative · FL-5 · R
Current term Jan 3, 2025 – Jan 3, 2027 · In the House since Jan 3, 2017
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Representative · FL-5 · R
Current term Jan 3, 2025 – Jan 3, 2027 · In the House since Jan 3, 2017
Official websiteBiographical Directory
Portrait: U.S. Government Publishing Office, via unitedstates/images (public domain)
336 cosponsored bills and resolutions, from Congress.gov. Withdrawn cosponsorships are labeled.
H.R. 8925 · Job Corps and Skilled Defense Workforce Act
Introduced May 20, 2026 · cosponsored May 20, 2026 · original cosponsor · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (May 20, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.R. 8776 · Officer Wellness and Peer Support Act of 2026
Introduced May 13, 2026 · cosponsored May 13, 2026 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (May 13, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R. 8750 · COPS Reauthorization Act of 2026
Introduced May 12, 2026 · cosponsored May 12, 2026 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (May 12, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.Con.Res. 98 · Expressing support for America's law enforcement professionals.
Introduced May 12, 2026 · cosponsored May 12, 2026 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (May 12, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R. 8730 · Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026
Introduced May 11, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 24, 2026 · Foreign Trade and International Finance
Latest action (May 11, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.R. 8697 · Guard the Skies Act
Introduced May 7, 2026 · cosponsored Jun 2, 2026 · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (May 7, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committees on Transportation and Infrastructure, and the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.R. 8691 · Nursing is a Professional Degree Act
Introduced May 7, 2026 · cosponsored May 19, 2026 · Health
Latest action (May 7, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
H.Res. 1252 · Resolution memorializing law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty.
Introduced May 4, 2026 · cosponsored May 4, 2026 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (May 13, 2026): Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
H.Res. 1223 · Expressing support for the designation of Undiagnosed Awareness Month.
Introduced Apr 28, 2026 · cosponsored Apr 28, 2026 · original cosponsor · Health
Latest action (Apr 28, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.R. 8564 · Local Law Enforcement Support Act of 2026
Introduced Apr 28, 2026 · cosponsored Apr 28, 2026 · original cosponsor · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Apr 28, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.Res. 1213 · Supporting the recognition of April 2026 as "National County Government Month" to honor the county government workforce, educate residents about local programs and services, and celebrate the county government role in the intergovernmental partnership.
Introduced Apr 23, 2026 · cosponsored Apr 23, 2026 · original cosponsor · Government Operations and Politics
Latest action (Apr 23, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.R. 8493 · Peer Support for Our First Responders Act of 2026
Introduced Apr 23, 2026 · cosponsored Apr 23, 2026 · original cosponsor · Health
Latest action (Apr 23, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.Res. 1199 · Recognizing linemen, the profession of linemen, the contributions of these brave men and women who protect public safety, and expressing support for the designation of April 18, 2026, as "National Lineman Appreciation Day".
Introduced Apr 20, 2026 · cosponsored Apr 20, 2026 · original cosponsor · Labor and Employment
Latest action (Apr 20, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.Res. 1188 · Expressing support for the work of open water lifeguards as first responders and emergency response providers.
Introduced Apr 20, 2026 · cosponsored Sep 2, 2026 · Labor and Employment
Latest action (Apr 20, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
H.Res. 1173 · Expressing support for the designation of April 2026 as "Second Chance Month".
Introduced Apr 14, 2026 · cosponsored Apr 27, 2026 · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Apr 14, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R. 8205 · Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Reauthorization Act of 2026
Introduced Apr 6, 2026 · cosponsored Apr 21, 2026 · Health
Latest action (Oct 14, 2026): Message on Senate action sent to the House.
H.R. 8199 · SCHEDULES Act of 2026
Introduced Apr 6, 2026 · cosponsored Apr 15, 2026 · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (Apr 27, 2026): Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.
H.Res. 1137 · Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the creation of the Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers' Institute, Inc., and commending its work establishing industry standards that ensure the safe interoperability of firearms and ammunition.
Introduced Mar 25, 2026 · cosponsored Apr 21, 2026 · Crime and Law Enforcement
Latest action (Mar 25, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.Res. 1134 · Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association.
Introduced Mar 24, 2026 · cosponsored Mar 24, 2026 · original cosponsor · Water Resources Development
Latest action (Mar 24, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Introduced Mar 20, 2026 · cosponsored May 19, 2026 · Health
Latest action (Mar 20, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.R. 7622 · Iran Human Rights, Internet Freedom, and Accountability Act of 2026
Introduced Feb 20, 2026 · cosponsored Apr 28, 2026 · International Affairs
Latest action (Feb 20, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.R. 7540 · United States-Israel FUTURES Act of 2026
Introduced Feb 12, 2026 · cosponsored Apr 28, 2026 · International Affairs
Latest action (Feb 12, 2026): Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
H.R. 7479 · WORK to Save Lives Act
Introduced Feb 10, 2026 · cosponsored Feb 10, 2026 · original cosponsor · Labor and Employment
Latest action (Feb 10, 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
H.R. 7472 · To amend title 38, United States Code, to repeal a certain limitation on the receipt of assistance under both the Department of Veterans Affairs Veteran Readiness and Employment program and Department of Veterans Affairs educational assistance programs.
Introduced Feb 10, 2026 · cosponsored Feb 10, 2026 · original cosponsor · Armed Forces and National Security
Latest action (Mar 2, 2026): Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
Introduced Feb 10, 2026 · cosponsored Feb 10, 2026 · original cosponsor · Agriculture and Food
Latest action (Mar 20, 2026): Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit.