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Legislation authored by Congressman David Scott was signed by President Bush and became public law yesterday. H.R. 2356 amends the United States flag code to encourage the display of the American flag on Father’s Day. Congressman Scott’s legislation was written in response to a constituent request asking if the US Flag could be flown to recognize fathers. “The American flag is one of… Read more »

By- Jaya Franklin U.S. Rep. David Scott will assist in tackling issues on an international level from May 23 to June 1. The congressman will be a member of the U.S. delegation to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization's parliamentary assembly. The assembly brings together members from different nations to discuss international issues. "I am honored to join our delegation to the… Read more »

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Help keep your family safe this holiday season by checking product recalls and safety news from the United States Consumer Product Safety CommissionThe U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of serious injury or death from more than 15,000 types of consumer products. To find information on recent hazardous toy recalls… Read more »

Each current Member of Congress was rated on various criteria that demonstrated power and the ability to be effective in Congress in 2007. This resulted in a Power Score that ranked members for overall power in each chamber of Congress in Pre-Season Power Rankings.Power Rankings for Congressman David Scott#121 out of the 435 Members of the U.S. House of Representatives 10th Most Powerful… Read more »

As the number of Americans with diabetes is at an all time high and another 54 million people are at-risk, I am pleased to join with colleagues and millions of Americans in recognizing November as American Diabetes Month. With nearly 21 million children and adults in the U.S. living with this disease it is time to reassess our own fitness and nutrition choices, educate ourselves on the… Read more »

In the Kitchen Refrigerate a bottle or glass of water instead of letting a faucet flow until the water runs cold. Defrost Sensibly. Plan ahead and defrost foods overnight in the refrigerator. Do not use running water. Use the microwave or put wrapped food in a bowl of cold water. Reduce Dishwashing. Use rubber spatula to scrape dishes clean to limit pre-rinse. Limit dishwasher use to full… Read more »

The mortgage foreclosure crisis is in full swing and not looking to let up anytime soon and as the larger mortgage lenders continue to report their highest foreclosure and delinquency rates in five years, these rising default rates have not only affected those in the subprime market but higher mortgage rates are putting a squeeze on borrowers with good credit. As these foreclosure rates… Read more »

To the veterans who have served so bravely in defense of our freedoms, today we say thank you for your service. November 11, 1918 marked the day major hostilities during World War I ended, and was subsequently adopted as Veterans Day in the United States. This day now gives us an opportunity to reflect on the many sacrifices made by the Armed Forces throughout our history. As members of… Read more »

This October, we acknowledge, celebrate and honor the thousands of women throughout the country who have been diagnosed, currently fighting or have survived breast cancer. As the husband of a courageous wife who survived this disease, I, as many others, have been affected personally. I understand the struggle, pain and sometimes heartache it can inflict on the person diagnosed, in… Read more »