Services

Academy Nominations

Each year I have the privilege of nominating a limited number of people to four of the five service academies.

Business Assistance

Some links for small businesses.

Casework

Helping the citizens of South Carolina's 5th District cut through government red tape to solve their problems with federal agencies is an important part of my job as your U.S. Representative.

Congressional Art Competition

Each spring, a nation-wide high school arts competition is sponsored by the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives. The Artistic Discovery Contest is an opportunity to recognize and encourage the artistic talent in the nation, as well as in our congressional disrict.

Consumer Protection

Links to consumer protection resources.

Digital TV

FAQs about Digital TV.

Federal Business Opportunities

This page provides guidance and online procurement procedures for doing business with the federal government.

Federal Grants

Guidance and key resources to help eligible grantseekers find information on federal grants, loans, and nonfinancial assistance for projects, as well as on private funding. Prepared by the Congressional Research Service for Members of Congress, updated October 2008.

Government Resources

A listing of government resources.

Identity Theft

Some tips on avoiding identity theft.

Internships

An internship in my Washington office is a unique way of learning about the Legislative branch at work.

Kids Page

Some resources useful to kids.

Military Personnel

Some resources for military personnel.

Page Program

Information on serving as a Page in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Parents

Some links especially for parents.

Passports

My office can help you expedite your passport application in an emergency, report lost passports, and monitor overseas travel restrictions.

Senior Citizens

This page is for our Senior Citizens.

Student Financial Aid

This page guides students through the process of locating and applying for financial aid.

Touring Washington, DC

Links to some of the top tourist sites in Washington, D.C.

Tours

My office can help you make arrangements for some of the attractions in Washington, D.C.

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Vilsack, Spratt visit Darlington County farms
DARLINGTON - Rural economic development and job creation efforts were reasons for a visit from U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Congressman John Spratt to the Pee Dee on Monday. Article by John D. Russell, scnow.com

Spratt Highlights Progress on Veterans Issues
ROCK HILL, SC - U.S. Rep. John Spratt (D-SC) made the following statement today at a press conference at the Veterans Clinic in Rock Hill, following a visit by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Eric K. Shinseki, former Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army.

Spratt Votes for Tax Cuts, New Lending for Small Businesses
WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. John Spratt (D-SC) today voted to spur economic growth and create 500,000 new jobs by encouraging the development of American small businesses.

Spratt Urging Obama to Address China's Unfair Trade Practices and Protect American Jobs
WASHINGTON - U.S. Rep. John Spratt (D-SC) said today that he is urging President Obama to address China's use of unfair trade practices to promote the global competitiveness of its own industries. "This is all about keeping good jobs right here in America, where they belong," Spratt said.

Spratt Opening Statement at Hearing on the Importance of Perkins Loans
I am pleased that today we have an opportunity to discuss the important issue of college affordability and, specifically, the Perkins loan program and the valuable assistance it provides in helping low-income students pay for college. Especially now, when the economy is still reeling, it makes a world of difference to have a college degree.