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February 2, 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement after voting against H. Con. Res. 9, which purportedly “denounc[es] the horrors of socialism”: “Since House Republicans took control of the chamber earlier this year, they have not held a vote on a single piece of legislation to fight inflation or lower costs for families. Today’s vote was nothing more than another Republican attack on Social Security and Medicare
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December 23, 2022
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03), the Chairman of the House Committee on Education and Labor, voted to pass the government funding appropriations package for FY 2023. This legislation includes funds to invest in jobs, education, the environment, shipbuilding, national security, as well as a number of important community projects in Hampton Roads.
December 8, 2022
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03) celebrated the U.S. House of Representatives passing the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2023, which included key initiatives spearheaded by Congressman Scott. “As the representative from Virginia’s Third Congressional District, I was pleased to support this year’s NDAA which will protect our national security and include a well-earned pay raise for servicemembers and civilians serving our military,” said Congressman Scott.
August 1, 2022
NEWPORT NEWS – Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement:“After the 9/11 terrorist attacks, we promised to pursue all of those responsible and bring them to justice. Tonight’s announcement by President Biden about the successful counterterrorism operation that resulted in the death of al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri shows that the work to hold those responsible for that horrific day continues. I commend the Biden Administration and all those in our armed services and intelligence community who have worked tirelessly during the last two decades to pursue these terrorists and secure our national security."
June 27, 2022
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, President Biden announced a Presidential Delegation to the Republic of the Philippines led by the Second Gentleman of the United States Douglas Emhoff to attend the Inauguration of President-elect Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos, Jr. Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03), Co-chair of the U.S.-Philippines Friendship Caucus and the only Member of Congress of Filipino ancestry currently serving, was selected to join the Second Gentleman and other U.S. government officials as a member of the Presidential Delegation.
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March 8, 2022
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement after President Biden announced a U.S. ban on importing Russian energy in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: “Ever since Vladimir Putin launched his unprovoked invasion on Ukraine, President Biden promised that Russia would face crushing sanctions, and we would leave Russia more isolated economically and diplomatically from the world. Today’s announcement is another example of President Biden following through on that promise. Congress is also expected to pass bipartisan legislation this week to further punish Russia beyond the scope of what the president can do via executive order, and I look forward to supporting that bill.
February 24, 2022
NEWPORT NEWS, VA – Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement:
“Today, President Biden made clear that the United States, along with the rest of the G7, our NATO partners and other allies, will make sure Russia pays a steep economic price through another set of devastating sanctions. Just earlier today, the Russian stock market took a massive plunge and the ruble has already hit a . . .
December 7, 2021
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03), issued the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed S. 1605 – the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022: “The National Defense Authorization Act will keep America safe and support our servicemembers and their families. This legislation includes critical investments in shipbuilding which is a huge win for Hampton Roads. I am also encouraged by the bill’s inclusion of a well-deserved pay increase for our servicemembers as well as a guarantee of paid parental and bereavement leave.
October 18, 2021
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement on the passing of former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell: “Colin Powell was a patriot and dedicated his life to serving the United States both in uniform and as a civilian. Over the course of his historic life and career, he exemplified the temperament and leadership that should be the model for all Americans. He treated everyone with dignity and respect, and never put politics before his devotion to our country. I send my condolences to his family and loved ones
August 16, 2021
NEWPORT NEWS, VA – Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement on the situation in Afghanistan: “20 years ago, the United States entered Afghanistan to destroy the forces responsible for the terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001. We largely finished that work when the Obama-Biden Administration killed Osama Bin Laden and degraded al Qaeda. Our servicemembers have been placed in harm’s way for the last 20 years in America’s longest war. Our nation has spent billions of dollars to train the Afghan military and provide resources to the Afghan government to prevent the Taliban from regaining control. It is now undeniably clear that President Biden is correct when he asserts that the events of the last few days were inevitable.