position · 2026
Opposed the Respect for Marriage Act
During the 117th Congress, Buchanan opposed the Respect for Marriage Act (H.R. 8404), which would set a federal policy recognizing same-sex marriages. The scorecard’s description says the measure could affect how the government treats people and organizations with religious or moral objections to same-sex marriage.
Context: This records a position attributed to Buchanan on a 2022 vote, not a newly stated or reaffirmed current policy.
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Congress Member Position Opposes
The source
Rep. Vern Buchanan - Scorecard 117: 87%
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Retrieved: 11/12/2026