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Dear Friend:
The President recently signed into law H.R. 3630, the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act. This bipartisan agreement extends the payroll tax cut for 160 million Americans; continues unemployment benefits for the millions of Americans who lost their jobs; and ensures seniors can continue to see the doctor of their choice under Medicare. You can learn more about the law and comment about it on my blog at this link.
You can always look up votes and bills on Thomas.loc.gov Please, take a few minutes to read about the latest news in the district and D.C.
In the District and State
March 17 - Congressman Scott hosts the 13th Congressional District student art competition. To learn more, click here.
March 4 - Congressman Scott was the guest speaker at 30th Anniversary of Greater St. Peter AME Church in Jonesboro.
March 2 - Congressman Scott spoke at the Sisters By Choice breast cancer awareness luncheon.
February 25 - Congressman Scott participated in a Political Leadership Forum at the 100 Black Men of Atlanta's Annual Members Leadership Summit.
Major Mortgage Relief
Federal and state governments recently settled a major agreement with the country’s five largest mortgage servicers: Ally/GMAC, Bank of America, Citi, JPMorgan Chase and Wells Fargo. Georgia had the fourth highest foreclosure rate in the U.S. last year and its share of the settlement would be more than $814.7 million. To learn more about how this agreement could help you visit this link.
Filing Complaints About Student Loans
This week is National Consumer Protection Week. In line with the week's goals, a new federal agency began protecting students and families who are using private student loans. Congress established an Ombudsman for private student loans within the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to assist borrowers with private student loan complaints. To ask a question, file a complaint, or share your story: go to www.consumerfinance.gov/complaint or call toll-free number at 1-855-411-CFPB.
Student Essay Contest
The U.S. Capitol Historical Society’s announced their first annual Student Essay Contest on the topic of “Making Democracy Work.” The contest is open to all students in grades 6-8 or 9-12. Prizes that will be awarded for first, second, and third place for the winners of each group. The first place prize includes a trip to Washington, DC. Entries must be postmarked or received no later than June 15, 2012. To learn more about the contest requirements visit: http://www.uschs.org/278/2012-uschs-student-essay-contest.htm
2012 Jobs Fair
Congressman Scott announced that the 13th Congressional District Jobs Fair will be held on March 30, from 10-3:00 at the Georgia International Convention Center in College Park. This year, a special consideration will be provided to veterans who are looking for employment. For more details, click on this link or view a video of the Congressman discussing the event at this link.
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Thank you for taking time to read my newsletter. If I can be of assistance, please contact me through one of the addresses located at the end of this message. We can also connect via Facebook, YouTube, Twitter or LinkedIn.
Sincerely,
David Scott
Member of Congress
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