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Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13) announced that he awarded $37,000 in scholarships to the top winners of the 13th District’s Sixth Annual Congressional High School Art Competition. Congressman Scott honored these outstanding young people and their families during a special reception on Saturday at the Arts Clayton Gallery in Jonesboro. “Each year I continue to be amazed at the… Read more »

Today, Rep. David Scott (D-GA) and Rep. Geoff Davis (R-KY) introduced bipartisan legislation to reform the current system of insurance agent licensing. H.R. 5611, commonly referred to as National Association of Registered Agents & Brokers Reform Act (NARAB), would provide streamlined non-residential insurance agent and broker licensing, while preserving the market conduct rights of… Read more »

Congressman David Scott was honored for his standing commitment to supporting middle-class Americans and American women through legislation. In recent months Americans have been faced with many challenges, some include a slowing economy and climbing education costs. In his fight to stand-up for American families, Congressman Scott has been recognized for his scorecard ratings on… Read more »

Today, Congressman David Scott honored the extraordinary service and accomplishments of Lieutenant General Russel L. Honoré, United State Army, with House Resolution 944.  Lt. General Honoré retires after 37 years of dedicated service to the United States Army. This three-star general assisted in directing the deployment of 1,000 National Guard troops in New Orleans and was one of the… Read more »

Last week the Senate joined the House in support of the bipartisan economic stimulus plan to help hardworking Americans struggling to afford the high costs of energy, health care, gas, mortgage payments and other necessities. The bipartisan stimulus plan will put hundreds of dollars back into the hands of more than 130 million American families to promote economic growth in our slowing… Read more »

Today the U.S. House of Representatives passed the H.R. 4137, The College Opportunity and Affordability Act. Included in the legislation is legislation introduced by Congressman Scott, which previously had passed the House. The Scott bill, known as the John R. Justice Prosecutors and Defenders Act of 2007 (H.R. 916), passed the House on May 15, 997 by a 341-73 vote. The College… Read more »

Congressman David Scott recently met with local leaders of the City of Morrow to discuss funding for the establishment of the first permanent Boys & Girls Club of Clayton County. Currently there are 21 full-time clubs servicing 11 counties throughout the metro Atlanta area. Bringing the Boys & Girls Club of America into Clayton County would provide access to programs and services… Read more »

Cobb County: Saturday, February 2, 2008 – Ford Center 4181 Atlanta St., Powder Springs, GA 30127 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 2, 2008 – Smyrna City Hall 2800 King Street, Smyrna, GA 30081 2:00 p.m.  Saturday, February 9, 2008 – Collar Community Center 2625 Joe Jerkins Boulevard, Austell, GA 30106 10:00 a.m. Douglas County: Saturday, February 9,… Read more »

Today, Congressman David Scott commented on the President’s final State of the Union address as well as the bi-partisan economic stimulus package. “There are many issues that need to be addressed in the State of the Union address, but two issues that I would like the President to focus on are economic stimulus and healthcare,” Congressman Scott said. “America is experiencing an… Read more »

Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13) announced the nomination of fifteen area students to three of the nation’s four military academies.  He honored these outstanding young people and their families during a special reception in his Smyrna District Office, located at 888 Concord Road. “I am very proud of these young people,” said Congressman Scott.  “Appointment to a military academy… Read more »