Representative Brian Mast, Republican from Florida

Brian Mast

Representative · Florida · Republican

Brian Mast

House Floor

Recent comments in the House

Madam Speaker, I am rising today in strong support of H.R. 9086, the Foreign Service Modernization Act. This legislation is long overdue, to say the least. It hasn't been done in several decades. I would say, actually, even closer to 50 years. That is more than several decades. For the first time in nearly 50 years, Congress is undertaking comprehensive reform of the Foreign Service to ensure that the State Department is equipped to advance America's interests in an increasingly complex and changing world-- again, something that has been said on both sides of the aisle.
On H.R. 9086··Share
I am proud to see him up here managing this bill, proud to see him back at the podium. I thank him for his work on Russian sanctions not just for now, but for a long time. It has been incredible work. I did walk in just in time to hear the ranking member talk about that this bill doesn't give Ukraine what it needs right now, and that is why they can't vote on it. That couldn't be further from the truth. I will just quote President Zelenskyy right here: ``Very grateful to the U.S. Senate''--the U.S. House--``and to everyone who supports Ukraine. . . .
SUPPORTING EARLY-CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS' DEDUCTIONS ACT··Share
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.
DIRECTING THE PRESIDENT, PURSUANT TO SECTION 5(c) OF THE WAR POWERS RESOLUTION…··Share
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, MA
    2016
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2017-Present

    Representing Florida's 21st district

  • Analyst, Na–42 Office of Emergency Response, National Nuclear Security Administration, Department of Energy

    2011–12

  • Instructor, 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
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  • House Committee on Foreign AffairsChair
  • House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

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