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

News List
  • Congressman Scott Announces Opening to Congressional Art Scholarship Competition
    Dec 15, 2009  - Congressman David Scott announced the opening of the 2010 Congressional Art Competition, which will bestow scholarships to the Savannah College of Art and Design and the Art Institute of Atlanta. The first-place winner will be invited to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Washington, D.C. where the... More
  • Important Resources for Those Facing Foreclosure
    Dec 10, 2009  - If you or someone you know is facing foreclosure, be sure to visit these sites that have valuable information and resources available to help avoid foreclosure: Information on avoiding mortgage modification and foreclosure rescue scams: http://www.occ.treas.gov/ftp/ADVISORY/2008-1.html ... More
  • Congressman Scott: We Need Clarity on Afghanistan Plan
    Dec 2, 2009  - Today, Congressman David Scott released the following statement about President Obama’s new direction in the United States’ strategy in Afghanistan. The President made a compelling case to the American people for increasing our troop strength by some 30,000 and calling on our NATO allies to shar... More
  • Stay up to Date with Important Information on Flu Season
    Dec 1, 2009  - For the latest information on prvention, treatment, vaccine availability, myth busting, and other vital information for both the H1N1 and seasonal flu, check out flu.gov. The wealth of information available will help keep you and your family safe and healthy this flu season. More
  • Travel Information and Food Safety Tips
    Nov 25, 2009  - As the holiday season begins, food safety and travel conditions come to the forefront of our minds. Please visit the following sites to help you and your family to have a safe and enjoyable holiday season: Food Safety: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Fact_Sheets/Seasonal_Food_Safety_Fact_Sheets/index.as... 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 Scott Supports Affordable Healthcare Choices
    Nov 7, 2009  - Congressman David Scott made the following statement today about his vote for the Affordable Health Care for America Act:    "It’s easy to criticize and just say no. But doing nothing about the high cost of health insurance is totally unacceptable. I chose to rollup my sleeves and go to work for t... More
  • Atlanta Urban League Awards Congressman Scott the Annual “Distinguished Community Service Award”
    Nov 6, 2009  - Today, the Atlanta Urban League announced that Congressman David Scott will receive the “Distinguished Community Service Award” for 2009.  The League presents the award to a deserving individual or organization who has dedicated their time, talent and resources to addressing an important community n... More
  • Rep. Scott Votes to Extend Unemployment Benefits, Homebuyers’ Tax Credit
    Nov 5, 2009  - Today, Congressman David Scott voted to stimulate the local economy and provide stability to Georgia families hit hardest by the recession by extending unemployment benefits, the homebuyers' tax credit, and tax relief for military families. The Emergency Unemployment Compensation Extension Act will ... More
  • Three Weeks to Register for Aid for Georgia Floods
    Nov 3, 2009  - Survivors of the Georgia floods have three weeks remaining to register for state and federal assistance. Monday, Nov. 23, is the final day to apply for assistance online or by phone. People in 17 disaster-affected counties can register by visiting www.disasterassistance.gov or by calling 800-621-FEM... More