Years in Office
8
Bills Sponsored
141
Bills Co-Sponsored
1176
Committees
2
Brian Mast 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
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Brian Mast's congressional service.
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.
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