Congressman David Scott Priorities and Leadership
Congressman David Scott remains steadfast in his dedication to revitalizing our environment, safeguarding marginalized communities from the impacts of climate change, and advocating for innovative solutions to increase renewable energy use. His unwavering commitment underscores his belief in a sustainable future that prioritizes both environmental stewardship and social equity.
Investing in Sustainable Agriculture
- As Ranking Member on the House Agriculture Committee, Rep. Scott supports sustainable agriculture solutions that empower farmers, ranchers, and foresters. To this end, he has stood firmly against Republican attempts to reduce key Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) conservation funding in the 2024 Farm Bill.
- Worked alongside the Biden-Harris Administration to implement the Office of Agriculture and Rural Affairs at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to expand opportunities for the EPA to work with agricultural and rural communities.
Supporting Conservation Efforts to Restore Our Environment
- Rep. Scott secured $500,000 for the City of College Park’s Finding the Flint Restoration Project, which will fund the creation of the city’s first nature preserve and help restore the Flint River.
- Rep. Scott requested more than $409 million for Ecological Services to help facilitate the implementation of the Endangered Species Act and over $72 million for the Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund in the Fiscal Year 2024 Interior & Environment Appropriations bill.
- Cosponsored H.R. 1065, the Outdoors For All Act, which would allow for more equitable access to local parks, improvements to agency knowledge and targeted funding for new trails and green spaces.
- Cosponsored H.R. 6348, the Trees for Residential Energy and Economic Savings Act. This bill would establish a grant program to facilitate tree planning projects that reduce residential energy consumption.
Supporting Renewable and Bioenergy
- Rep. Scott requested $130 million for Energy Frontier Research Centers in the FY24 Energy & Water Appropriations bill to support researchers and graduate students pursuing novel solutions for clean energy-related challenges.
- Rep. Scott also requested $150 million for the Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions in the FY24 Energy & Water Appropriations bill to invest in and commercialize innovations in clean energy technologies.
- Requested $4 billion for the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy in the FY24 Energy & Water Appropriations bill to support researchers and partners deliver innovative technologies that will help make renewable electricity generation more cost-competitive with traditional sources of energy.
