Mike Haridopolos

Transparency is the way that we disinfect Washington, D.C.

today, I honor Colonel Craig Fournier for his 34 years of distinguished service in the United States Army and the Florida National Guard. He is this month's Brevard County Veteran of the Month. Throughout his career, Colonel Fournier held…

I rise in strong support to ask my colleagues to support H.R. 3343, the Greenlighting Growth Act, a bill which I introduced with the subcommittee chair, Ms. Wagner. This bill will make business easier for small companies right here in…

once again, we are showing that we can lead here in Washington, D.C., getting things done with the leadership of our President and our leadership here in the House, working together with the United States Senate. It shows that we are…

Today, I recognize our Chief of Police in Palm Bay, Florida, Chief Mario Augello, who has been serving for 25 years in our community. Throughout his career, the chief has exemplified amazing dedication, leadership, and deep commitment to…

today I rise to honor Suhina Mitra, a remarkable high school student from Brevard County, who has shown an incredible commitment to service in our community. While attending West Shore Junior and Senior High School, she became youth…

elections matter. Isn't it refreshing to see a President who actually keeps his campaign promises? He promises not only safety but also economic opportunity. On the safety front, it is clear that our border is once again secured with a 99…

I will first say that it is so nice to see our economy moving in the right direction. This bill will give more opportunities to Americans to invest with not as many regulations in their way. With these challenging times overseas, it is…

I bring good news today talking about what is happening right here in our great House. First and foremost, what I am most pleased about is, isn't it refreshing that when politicians talk during election time, they actually for a change…

I rise to recognize Ava Hernandez, a recipient of the prestigious 2025 Ray Aviation Scholarship, an honor that will support her journey to earning a private pilot's license. Ava was nominated for this scholarship by the Brevard County…

I rise today to honor Sergeant Stephan Wiggins, a Vero Beach native and Vietnam war hero who was recently awarded the Army Commendation Medal for his past service this past Memorial Day, 57 years after making the ultimate sacrifice in…

I had a great conversation with their interns the other day. They said: I have been studying the tax bill. The current tax rate on the wealthiest Americans is 37 percent. The new tax rate, so to speak, will be 37 percent. They asked me…

every day I hear this big story about how we are making big tax cuts for the rich. Let's be abundantly clear once again, today, that the current tax rate on the wealthiest Americans is 37 percent. Under the new law we will be passing soon…

I stand in support of Congressman Barr's good legislation. Let me remind those listening about this idea that the tax issue is so important. Let's be clear here. The current rate on the highest earners in the United States is 37 percent…

on May 10, 2025, the Fourteenth Annual Footsteps in the Sand Kidney Walk took place in Cocoa Beach. This event this year raised $22,000 for kidney patients in need. Today, I rise to honor the memory of those individuals whose lives were…

I keep hearing the term ``constitutional crisis'' over and over again. Candidly, the only constitutional crisis that has taken place over the last 4 years was the last administration abandoning their responsibility to defend our border and…

I thank Congressman Knott for yielding and for holding this hearing. Mr. Speaker, these are the kind of conversations the American public needs to hear. They need to understand the impact that illegal immigration is having on our country…

Today, I rise to recognize a valued member of my staff and a true American hero, Mr. Keith VanBuren. Keith's service in the United States Army reflects the very best of sacrifice and devotion to our Nation. While deployed in Afghanistan…

Today we recognize the achievements of several students from my district who accepted their appointment to the service academies. These students demonstrate not just academic achievement but also strong devotion to our country. Young…

We honor the life of our district's finest. Junny, the beloved police bloodhound and trusted partner of Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey, sadly passed away this week after a battle with cancer. Gifted to the sheriff's office at just 10…

It is March Madness. With America currently fixated on basketball, I recognize today the Palm Bay girls' basketball team on their recent statewide victory. The team made history by capturing the State's Class 4A State championship here in…

Today, I rise to honor a resident of Cocoa, Florida, a true American hero and decorated Green Beret, Army Sergeant First Class Melvin Morris. His extraordinary courage in Vietnam reflects the very best of our Nation's values. In 1969…

It is my privilege today to honor Colonel Anthony W. Young, a distinguished veteran and dedicated public servant in our community. Colonel Young is a retired United States Army officer who has devoted his life to serving both our Nation…

I offer good news today. I rise to honor the extraordinary bravery of Judie Kent, a young woman and nurse from my district in Vero Beach, Florida. This past week, Judie's quick thinking and courageous actions saved the life of a…

I rise with my colleagues, in fact, the freshmen Members of Congress, to reach far beyond party lines, beyond State borders, and even beyond our planet. It affects every American, shaping our economy, our security, and our future. I am…