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Congressman Scott Announces Approaching Deadline for 2010 Military Academy Applications

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Tags: Education

Today Congressman David Scott announced that the deadline for submission of 2010 Military Service Academy Nominaton applications is quickly approaching for students of the 13th Congressional District. "Being selected for nomination to a military service academy by a Member of Congress is an exceptional honor and responsibility.  It is my privilege to make these nominations, and you can be…

Congressman Scott Supports Small Businesses

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Today, Congressman David Scott continued his support for small businesses by voting for the Small Business Jobs Act (H.R. 5297).  The bill passed the House and will be sent to the President to be signed into law. "I am committed to help grow small businesses, which created two-thirds of the new jobs over the last 15 years," Congressman Scott said.  "When small businesses grow, America…

Congressman Scott Votes to Keep Teachers on the Job

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Tags: Education

Congressman Scott returned to Washington this week to vote for the Education Jobs and Medicaid Assistance Act (H.R. 1586).  This new law provides funding for local education jobs and helps states with Medicaid costs.   “These funds are crucial to Georgia teachers who head back to classrooms this week,” Congressman Scott said.  “Many states have lost significant tax revenue due to the…

6TH ANNUAL 13TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT HEALTH FAIR

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WHAT: Congressman David Scott brings together area hospitals, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and leaders of the healthcare industry to host his annual health fair for residents of the 13th Congressional District.  This year’s event will focus on Diabetes prevention and will offer an array of FREE health screenings for the over 1,500 constituents from the 13th District who…

House Passes National Flood Insurance Program

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Washington, DC – Today, the US House passed H.R. 5114, the Flood Insurance Reform Priorities Act of 2010.  H.R. 5114 will reauthorize and improve the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), which is the primary source of reliable, affordable flood insurance coverage for millions of American homes and businesses. The bill includes an amendment by Congressman Scott to allow NFIP premiums…

Mortgage Assistance Event July 30-31

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Tags: Housing

Congressman David Scott invites you to attend the Help For Homeowners Community Event sponsored by the US Departments of Treasury and HUD. WHO: US Departments of Treasury and HUD; Neighborworks; and private mortgage lenders  WHAT: Free homeowners meetings with HUD-approved housing counselors and mortgage lenders for loan assistance   WHEN: Friday, July 30, 1:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.…

Georgia Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan Now Available

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Today, eligible residents of Georgia will be able to apply for coverage through the state’s Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan program run by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.  The Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan was created by the Affordable Health Care Act to make health insurance available to those who have had a problem getting insurance due to a pre-existing…

Congressman Scott Votes for Reform of Wall Street Corruption

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Today, Congressman David Scott voted to reform Wall Street practices that created a financial meltdown and ruined the finances of thousands of Georgians.   Congressman Scott voted to protect consumers from predatory lending, confusing fine print, and industry gimmicks while ensuring the end of taxpayer-funded bailouts. To watch a clip of Congressman Scott discussing this bill click here.…

Congressman Scott Votes for Tough Iran Sanctions

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Tags: Defense

Last night, Congressman Scott voted for the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act (H.R. 2194). He was appointed to the conference committee to reconcile the different House and Senate versions of H.R. 2194 and write the final bill.  To watch a video clip of the Congressman's speech on the bill click here. “Iran’s nuclear ambitions threaten stability in a…

Congressman Scott Votes to Boost Small Businesses

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Congressman Scott voted for two bills this week that will help grow American small businesses.  He voted for the Small Business Lending Fund Act (H.R. 5297) and the Small Business Jobs Tax Relief Act (H.R. 5486).  These measures will expand much needed lending to small businesses and offer tax incentives to help small businesses grow, hire, and fuel our economy. “Small businesses are the…