January 1, 2013 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Steve Southerland, II issued the following statement in opposition to the fiscal cliff compromise: “After prayerful consideration and hearing the concerns of hundreds of North and Northwest Floridians, I came to the conclusion that I simply could not support a fiscal cliff deal that takes a bad situation and makes it worse. I recognize the importance of continuing sorely needed tax relief. That’s why I voted months ago to avert t... Read More

December 20, 2012 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Steve Southerland, II applauded Naval Support Activity Panama City today for receiving the 2013 Commander, Navy Installation Command (CNIC) Installation Excellence Award. NSA PC was also named the Navy’s nominee for the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) Commander in Chief's Annual Award for Installation Excellence. “The Installation Excellence Award reflects the critically important role that Naval Support Activity Panama Ci... Read More

December 14, 2012 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Steve Southerland, II issued the following statement this evening in reaction to the tragic elementary school shooting in Newtown, CT: “As the parents of four daughters, Susan and I extend our thoughts and prayers to the families of the victims of today’s tragic shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut. May God be with them during this time of incredible sadness. Although answers will be sought to explain s... Read More

December 7, 2012 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative Steve Southerland, II issued the following statement today in remembrance of the lives lost at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941: “As we honor the heroes who lost their lives at Pearl Harbor 71 years ago today, we’re provided a solemn opportunity to reflect upon their heroism and commitment to country. In the same way that America’s Greatest Generation never wavered through the Depression and the darkest days of World War II, ... Read More