Committees
Senator Nelson is a member of the U.S. Senate Budget, Commerce, Finance, Intelligence and Aging committees.
Drafts the annual budget for the federal government. This committee creates economic policy and sets parameters for congressional spending.
Has jurisdiction over consumer affairs. The panel also deals with a range of issues that have a direct impact on Florida's economy, including NASA, science, technology, foreign commerce, tourism, oceans and fisheries.
Subcommittees:
- Chairman of the Science and Space Subcommittee
- Member of the Aviation Operations, Safety, and Security Subcommittee
- Member of the Communications, Technology, and the Internet Subcommittee
- Member of the Oceans, Atmosphere, Fisheries, and Coast Guard Subcommittee
Has jurisdiction over all taxes and revenue, many health care programs including Medicare and Medicaid, international trade policy, and customs. It is often called the most important committee in the Senate because of its broad jurisdiction.
- Chairman of the Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Growth Subcommittee
Oversees the intelligence activities and programs of the United States Government.
Oversees and investigates a range of issues affecting seniors, including retirement security, nursing home quality, consumer scams and prescription drug prices.