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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 Rep. David Scott (GA-13) honored Sgt. Lee Gragg's brave actions while conducting a recent traffic stop. Scott's remarks appear below: "Madam Speaker, it is with great pride and honor that I rise to share with you the inspiring story of one of my constituents. Sergeant Lee Gragg is a police officer in the Palmetto Police Department, and last September, he was injured in the line of… Read more »

As we commemorate this Veterans Day, we must do more than simply reflect and praise the courageous and patriotic service of those who have provided our nation’s defense. We must always make sure that our country is fulfilling its obligation to support those who have sacrificed. I have long supported the needs of our active-duty soldiers and veterans who have served honorably; working… Read more »

Today Congressman David Scott greeted U.S. Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood as he presented a check to Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed for $47.6 million in funding under the TIGER II Discretionary federal grant program for the Atlanta Streetcar Project. Scott joined Congressmen John Lewis and Hank Johnson for the check presentation. "Atlanta represents the hub of the South.  The… 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 »

Congressman David Scott joined Riverdale's elected leaders and other officials in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Town Center's grand opening.  There was a positive atmosphere from the thousands of people who came out to enjoy Saturday's nice weather and check out the city's progress.  In his remarks, Scott proclaimed, "Oh how sweet it is! I will continue to support Riverdale's… Read more »

This month is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  As someone who has seen a spouse fight breast cancer, Congressman Scott has been a fighter for breast cancer resources for a long-time.  While a member of the Georgia State Senate, Congressman Scott passed the State law banning the practice of sending women home the same day after undergoing a mastectomy even if they needed more time to… Read more »

Starting on September 27, 2010, new telemarketing sales rules will take affect.  The rules covers telemarketers of for-profit debt relief services, including credit counseling, debt settlement, and debt negotiation services.  The rules will: require debt relief companies to make disclosures to consumers; prohibit them from misrepresenting their services; and extend the… Read more »

Hopefully, there are a few good Georgia students who would want to represent the state as a White House intern in the spring.  The application deadline is October 3.  For information on how to apply, click this link. Congressman Scott's office is also accepting applications for winter and spring interns.  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 »