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Representative David Scott called today for the Republican leadership to abandon its pursuit of a divisive social and political agenda, come to the table, and work with Democrats to prevent a government shutdown. “The American people want us to create jobs and rebuild our neighborhoods - not shut down the government and jeopardize our economic recovery,” Rep. Scott said. “I am… Read more »

Today Congressman David Scott (GA-13) announced more than $25,000 in scholarships for the top winners of the 13th District’s 9th Annual Congressional High School Art Competition.  Congressman Scott honored these outstanding young people and their families during a special ceremony at the Arts Clayton Gallery in Jonesboro. To view photos click here. “This year’s competition was… Read more »

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to end the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP).  The NSP provides funding to help local communities deal with large numbers of foreclosures and abandoned properties.  Congressman Scott opposed this effort to abandon neighborhoods in his district. “Thousands of Georgians are struggling to stay in their homes and keep their… Read more »

Congressman David Scott (D-GA) announced today that applications for the 2011 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Scholarships are now available.    “I am pleased to announce the availability of scholarships for deserving 13th District students,” said Congressman Scott.  “These scholarships present a wonderful opportunity to expand educational resources available… Read more »

During the district work week, Congressman David Scott is meeting with local business leaders about rebuilding the economy and promoting job growth.   “My top priority is creating jobs - that is why I am spending my district time with local business innovators,” said Congressman Scott.  “More than one million private sector jobs were created last year.  But there is more… Read more »

Today Congressman David Scott (D-GA) announced his sponsorship of the 9th Annual High School Congressional Art Competition, An Artistic Discovery, for Georgia’s Thirteenth Congressional District.  High school students are invited to submit artwork for the competition. “I am excited to once again launch the annual Congressional Art Competition,” Scott said.  “This competition presents… Read more »

President Obama has signed the new tax cuts into law (Public Law No: 111-312).  Congressman Scott spoke in favor of the Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010, which extends unemployment insurance, cuts payroll taxes and extends existing tax rates for two years.  You can watch the Congressman’s speech at this link. A summary of some… Read more »

Congressman David Scott praised the passage of legislation that would provide funding to settle African American farmers’ and Native Americans’ lawsuits against the federal government.  The bill (H.R. 4783) contains funding to implement the settlements of the Pigford class action lawsuit involving past discrimination against black farmers by the Agriculture Department and the Cobell class… Read more »

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… Read more »

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… Read more »