DAVID SCOTT - CONGRESSMAN, REPRESENTING GEORGIA'S 13TH DISTRICT

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  • In thanks to our veterans
    Nov 10, 2010  - 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... More
  • Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents and Survivors
    May 20, 2010  - The 2010 Edition of the Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents and Survivors is now available on the Department of Veterans Affairs website: http://www1.va.gov/opa/publications/benefits_book.asp If you have any questions about your benefits as a veteran or dependent, please call Congressman Sc... More
  • Home Buyer's Tax Credit for Overseas Military
    May 3, 2010  - The hombuyer's tax credit expired on April 30 for most purchasers.  However, members of the military and certain other federal employees serving outside the U.S. have an extra year to buy a principal residence in the U.S. and qualify for the credit.  An eligible taxpayer must enter into a binding... More
  • Children of Fallen Heroes Can Apply for “Fry” College Scholarship
    May 3, 2010  - Congressman Scott announced that the Department of Veterans Affairs will start taking applications for The Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship, which Congress passed and was signed into law last year. The “Fry Scholarship” expands the New GI Bill education benefits to cover the full c... More
  • WW II Veteran receives medals
    Jan 30, 2010  - On Saturday, Jan. 30, Congressman Scott awarded medals to a WW II veteran and nominated area students to US Military Academies.  The students were inspired by the veteran, Mr. James Brumbelow, for his service and love of country.  11 Alive ran a good story about the event: http://www.11alive.com/new... More
  • Congressman Scott Spends Veterans Day in Normandy
    Nov 9, 2009  - On Veterans Day, November 11, Congressman David Scott will join other Members of Congress at a wreath-laying ceremony at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial.    “On Veterans Day, all Americans should take time to remember the sacrifices of those members of the Armed Services who fought fo... More
  • Congressman David Scott Praises VA for Issuing Emergency Checks to Veterans Awaiting College Benefits
    Oct 6, 2009  - Today, Congressman Scott praised the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for quickly responding to the needs of our student veterans by providing emergency checks under the new G.I. Bill.  Thousands of veterans who applied for educational benefits under the program have not yet received their p... More
  • Congressman Scott Announces New GI Bill Benefits to Start August 1
    Aug 1, 2009  - 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 ... More
  • Rep. Scott Works to Alleviate the Population of Homeless Veterans in Metro Atlanta
    Jun 16, 2009  - “We all owe a great debt to the veterans of this country.  They serve in the face of danger with honor and courage to protect our freedoms and often times return home to a life of poverty and homelessness,” stated Rep. Scott.  “As a Member of Congress, I have pledged to support our troops and vetera... More
  • Representative Scott Announces $250 Recovery Payments for Social Security, SSI, VA, and Railroad Retirement Board Beneficiaries in May
    Mar 26, 2009  - Representative David Scott announces that the federal government will begin sending one-time $250 economic recovery payments in May 2009 to people receiving Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Veterans Affairs (VA), and Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) benefits. The economic recovery... More
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