WASHINGTON, DC—Today, the Government Accountability Office (GAO), released a report to Congress on US exports to Iran. In 2008, Representative Scott and Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Howard Berman called for a GAO investigation into the alarming growth of U.S. exports to Iran. The GAO study was requested in response to an Associated Press (AP) report that year stating that… Read more »
Today Congressman David Scott visited the US Foodservice Distribution Center in Fairburn, Georgia. The Congressman met with employees, toured the facility and discussed food safety and biofuel policy.
The US Foodservice facility in Fairburn employs about 700 workers. The company distributes food and related products to over 250,000 customers, including restaurants, healthcare… Read more »
Today, the Atlanta Urban League announced that Congressman David Scott will receive the “Distinguished Community Service Award” for 2009. The League presents the award to a deserving individual or organization who has dedicated their time, talent and resources to addressing an important community need in an impactful way.
“I am humbled to be recognized by the Atlanta Urban League for… Read more »
Today, Congressman David Scott voted to stimulate the local economy and provide stability to Georgia families hit hardest by the recession by extending unemployment benefits, the homebuyers' tax credit, and tax relief for military families. The Emergency Unemployment Compensation Extension Act will provide immediate assistance to millions of families.
"This is another crucial step to… Read more »
Survivors of the Georgia floods have three weeks remaining to register for state and federal assistance. Monday, Nov. 23, is the final day to apply for assistance online or by phone. People in 17 disaster-affected counties can register by visiting www.disasterassistance.gov or by calling 800-621-FEMA (3362), or TTY 800-462-7585. Phone lines are open every day from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET.… Read more »
This morning, President Obama announced a $3.4 billion investment in Smart Grid technology. Included in the announcement is a major award for Cobb EMC - $16,893,836.
"This is a major win for Cobb County and metro Atlanta," Congressman Scott said. "I congratulate Cobb EMC for their hard work and encourage them to become a green energy model for the country. This announcement means… Read more »
Congressman David Scott will host his Fifth Annual 13th Congressional District Health Fair on Saturday, August 15, 2009 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. This event is free and open to the public and will take place at Mundy’s Mill High School in Jonesboro, located at 9652 Fayetteville Road.
This year’s event will focus on Diabetes as its theme and feature an array of FREE health screenings. In… Read more »
Today, veterans will start receiving college education benefits under the new GI Bill for the 21st Century (the “Post-9/11 GI Bill”). An estimated 2.1 million members of the military who have served on active duty since September 11, 2001, including activated reservists and members of the National Guard, will be eligible for up to four years of education benefits, including stipends for… Read more »
Congressman David Scott congratulates Rachel Aguirre for being chosen to represent the 13th District of Georgia as a Summer 2009 Congressional Page. As a Congressional Page, Miss Aguirre will serve the United States Congress in Washington, DC. Some of her Page duties will include preparing the House floor for sessions, distributing the Congressional Record and other correspondence, and… Read more »
Today, the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry held a hearing to review the economic conditions facing the dairy industry. Representative David Scott of Georgia is Chairman of the Subcommittee.
“This hearing was the first of several in the coming weeks on the economic situation facing the dairy industry, and there will be ample opportunities to hear… Read more »
