Congressman Scott voted for the American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act, H.R. 4213. This measure will help create or save more than a million American jobs by restoring credit to small businesses, extending tax incentives for American Research and Development (R&D) and energy, rebuilding American infrastructure, expanding summer jobs for young people, and providing tax relief for… Read more »
On Friday, the House Agriculture Committee will visit Atlanta to tour the Centers for Disease Control and hold a public hearing. Congressman Scott will play host to the Committee when they hold the hearing in his district at the National Archives Building in Morrow (http://www.archives.gov/southeast/).
“I am pleased that the Agriculture Committee has chosen the Atlanta… Read more »
Today, the New Democrat Coalition unveiled a comprehensive agenda aimed at encouraging innovation and boosting small businesses. The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Agenda builds upon the New Democrats' long standing commitment to policies that embrace technology and innovation to drive sustainable economic growth, competitive businesses and a… Read more »
Congressman David Scott returned from meetings of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly’s Science and Technology Committee in New York. The meetings, held at the U.N., coincided with a speech to the UN by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. As the General Rapporteur of the Science and Technology Committee, Congressman Scott will produce annual Committee General Reports on subjects of highest… Read more »
This week, the House passed two bipartisan bills to eliminate approximately $125 billion annually in waste, fraud and abuse in federal spending. The Improper Payments Elimination and Recovery Act (H.R. 3393) would reduce the estimated $98 billion in improper payments that occur when a federal agency pays too much or pays twice for a product or service. The House also passed H.R. 5013,… Read more »
Congressman Scott announced that the Department of Veterans Affairs will start taking applications for The Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship, which Congress passed and was signed into law last year. The “Fry Scholarship” expands the New GI Bill education benefits to cover the full cost of a college education for all of the children of service members who have died on… Read more »
The House Financial Services Committee passed H.R. 5114, the Flood Insurance Reform Priorities Act of 2010, by voice vote. 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. During the markup, the committee approved an amendment by… Read more »
Congressman David Scott was appointed to the conference committee to reconcile the House and Senate versions of Iran sanctions legislation, the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act (H.R. 2194).
“I am honored to be appointed to this important conference committee,” Congressman Scott said. “Iran’s nuclear ambitions threaten stability in a volatile region,… Read more »
Congressman David Scott has announced that the 2011 Military Service Academy Nominaton applications are now available for students of the 13th Congressional District. The deadline for receipt of packets at the Jonesboro district office is October 29, 2010 by 5:00 pm.
"It is my privilege to make these nominations each year. You can be assured that it is a responsibility that I take most… Read more »
WHAT: 7th Annual 13th Congressional Jobs Fair. Over 85 employers confirmed. Remember to bring your resume.
WHEN: This Friday, April 23, 2010
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
WHERE: Georgia International Convention Center 2000 Convention Center Concourse, College Park, GA 30337. Take MARTA to the Airport Station and ride the new Sky Train to the convention center for… Read more »
