Mr. Speaker, I would first respond to my colleague, the ranking member, about hearings that we have had. He has heard me say this before. He lived it. We had Secretary Rubio not too long ago. The ranking member left halfway through the hearing never to return. He didn't want to hear from Secretary Rubio. Some of his members took their time to talk about Secretary Rubio's shoes. That was their opportunity to hear from the administration at the highest levels, to talk a little bit about the threat of Iran. I could use any window of time.
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Brian Mast
Representative · Florida · Republican
Brian Mast
House Floor
Recent comments in the House
Mr. Speaker, we are here today to discuss the resolution again asking for the President to ``remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities against the Islamic Republic of Iran, other than those elements of the Armed Forces that may be necessary to defend the United States or an ally.'' I have spoken at length on this floor about Iranian threats, what they have been doing to the United States of America for the last 50 years or the last 50 months, the people that they have killed, the attacks that they have levied against us. Mr.
Mr. Speaker, my colleague said at the end of his comments that he would like to see the day that this war comes to an end. I don't think my colleague wants to see that day because, again, my colleague brought forward a resolution today saying remove any of these forces that are engaged with Iran from the area. Those are not the exact words, but that is basically what it says. I have yet to see the identification of which forces my colleague wants out of there. It was promised. I haven't heard it, but I don't think that they want to see that day.
Biography
Brian Mast, a U.S. Army veteran who lost both legs in Afghanistan, was elected to represent Florida’s 21st District in the House of Representatives in 2016. He has prioritized water quality, veterans’ issues, and disaster preparedness, drawing on his military experience and personal resilience. Mast authored legislation to address toxic algal blooms in Florida’s waterways and serves on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, where he advocates for hurricane recovery resources. He approaches his work with a focus on accountability and direct engagement with constituents, aiming to deliver results that reflect the needs of his coastal district.
Education
- B.L.A. in Economics (concentration), Harvard Extension School, Cambridge, MA2016
Professional History
U.S. Representative
2017-PresentRepresenting Florida's 21st district
Analyst, Na–42 Office of Emergency Response, National Nuclear Security Administration, Department of Energy
2011–12Instructor, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, And Firearms
Explosive Specialist, Department of Homeland Security
Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National Security30%
International Affairs18%
Water Resources Development9%
Taxation7%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Brian Mast's record in Congress.
Water Quality Advocacy
Secured funding and legislation to address harmful algal blooms and improve water quality in Florida’s waterways.
Veterans Affairs Reform
Helped pass legislation expanding access to mental health care and services for veterans.
Lake Okeechobee Reservoir Project
Championed federal support for the construction of the Everglades Agricultural Area Reservoir to reduce Lake Okeechobee discharges.
PFAS Contamination Response
Co-sponsored legislation to address and remediate PFAS contamination on military installations.
Committee Assignments
View details →- House Committee on Foreign AffairsChair
- House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
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