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Congressman David Scott Announces Winners of Thirteenth District Congressional Art Competition

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Today Congressman David Scott announced the winners of his 14th Annual Congressional Art Competition during a special presentation at the Douglas County Courthouse.  Francisco Vazquez, who attends McEachern High School, was awarded first place for his work “I Love Oranges.” As the winner, Mr. Vazquez’s work will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year along with the first…

Congressman David Scott to Honor Students at 14th Annual Congressional Art Competition

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On Saturday, May 7, 2016, Congressman David Scott will host a special presentation to honor all participating students of his 14th Annual Congressional High School Art Competition, An Artistic Discovery.  To date, Congressman Scott has awarded over $392,000 in scholarships to local student artists.  During the ceremony, the top winners of the competition will be…

2016 Service Academy Day - April 30

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SERVICE ACADEMY DAY REGISTRATION Service Academy Day is Saturday, April 30 from 10:00 - 11:30 am at Dobbins Air Reserve Base.  Academy Day Poster Each and every person in your party must complete a registration form online. You MUST register by 5:00 pm on April 22, 2016 by registering online at Academy Day Registration Web Form or by calling Nancy Brooks at 770.661.0999. The…

WXIA 11 Alive: Thousands attend job fair

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By Jon Shirek and Julie Wolfe , WXIA 10:27 PM. GMT April 01, 2016     COLLEGE PARK, Ga. (WXIA) -- Thousands of job seekers jammed the Georgia International Convention Center in College Park Friday for the annual jobs fair organized by Metro Atlanta Congressman David Scott. And among the employers who are hiring -- Homeland Security agencies, looking for people to help fight…

Congressman David Scott Announces 13th Annual Jobs Fair - April 1, 2016

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Today Congressman David Scott proudly announced that he will host his 13th Annual Jobs Fair on Friday, April 1, 2016, from 10am to 3pm, at the Georgia International Convention Center, located at 2000 Convention Center Concourse, College Park, GA 30337 .  This year Congressman Scott’s Jobs Fair is teaming up with the following federal and state agencies: U.S. Veterans…

Small Business Forums at the Jobs Fair

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Are you interested in starting or growing your own business? The U. S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Georgia District Office will host small business forums at the upcoming Jobs Fair. Similar forums at the Jobs Fair last year were very popular with attendees. Please use the registration links below to register for any SBA module(s) you would like to attend, as seating is…

Jobs and Growth in the Thirteenth District

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Congressman David Scott is focused on economic development and job creation in the Thirteenth Congressional District. He has consistently supported pro-growth laws, met with business and labor leaders, and is hosting an upcoming annual jobs fair on Friday, April 1. Legislation - in 2015, Congressman David Scott supported several important new laws that will help grow the economy in the…

Millions Saved for Constituents

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In 2015, Congressman David Scott's office was able to help constituents secure taxpayer savings and benefits of $2,66,1209. That sum includes help with mortgages, VA benefits, Social Security disability payments, and assistance from other federal agencies. In addition, Congressman Scott's office opened over 1,200 casework files on behalf of his constituents. His office was…

Rep. Scott honors fallen Riverdale officer with resolution renaming Post Office

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WASHINGTON, DC – Congressman David Scott (GA-13) announced today that he will introduce a resolution to rename the Riverdale, Georgia Post Office at Church Street and Main Street in honor of fallen police officer Major Gregory Barney. He was the first Riverdale police officer to die in the line of duty. On February 11, 2016, Major Barney, was shot and killed while giving chase to a…

Congressman David Scott Announces 14th Annual Congressional Art Competition

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Today Congressman David Scott (D-GA) announced his 14th Annual Congressional Art Competition, An Artistic Discovery, for Georgia’s Thirteenth Congressional District.  High school students who reside in or attend a public, private or home school in Georgia’s 13th Congressional District are invited to submit artwork for the competition. The Congressional Art Competition was created…