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David Scott

David Scott

DDemocratGA-13 · Representative
52
/ 100
Average
Attendance99
Avg: 96
Independence2
Avg: 4
Bipartisan Tone10
Avg: 16
Ethics Record100
Avg: 99
Transparency35
Avg: 57

Accountability Score — composite of attendance, independence, bipartisan tone, ethics record & transparency.

Methodology
OverviewStatementsBillsFinanceVotesElections
30
Total Statements
10
Floor Speeches
20
Press Releases
15
Topics Covered

What They Talk About

Infrastructure: 8Environment: 8Agriculture: 7Healthcare: 7Taxes: 6Trade: 5Economy: 4Defense: 4Veterans: 4Education: 3Housing: 3Crime & Justice: 2Civil Rights: 2Technology: 1China: 1

Speech Tone

Neutral: 23Urgent: 3Bipartisan: 2Ceremonial: 2

Statements (30)

Press Release2026-04-20BipartisanHealthcareTrade
Reps. David Scott, Miller-Meeks, Williams, and Crenshaw Lead Bipartisan Introduction of Endometriosis Awareness Month Resolution

Reps. David Scott, Miller-Meeks, Williams, and Crenshaw Lead Bipartisan Introduction of Endometriosis Awareness Month Resolution WASHINTON – Today , Representatives David Scott (GA-13), Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01), Nikema Williams (GA-05), and Dan Crenshaw (TX-02) introduced a bipartisan…

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Press Release2026-03-27HealthcareEnvironmentTrade
Congressman David Scott Requests Nearly $32 Million in FY2027 Community Project Funding Priorities for Georgia’s 13th District

Congressman David Scott Requests Nearly $32 Million in FY2027 Community Project Funding Priorities for Georgia’s 13th District WASHINGTON D.C . - Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13) , a senior member of the House Agriculture and House Financial Services Committees, announced a list of twenty…

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Press Release2026-02-06UrgentImmigrationEconomyEnvironment
Congressman David Scott Calls on DHS to Halt Deportation of Georgia Veteran and Uphold Due Process

Congressman David Scott Calls on DHS to Halt Deportation of Georgia Veteran and Uphold Due Process WASHINGTON D.C . - Yesterday , Congressman David Scott (GA-13) , sent a letter to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) urging an immediate stay of removal for Georgia constituent and U.S. Army…

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Press Release2026-01-23HealthcareEconomyEnvironmentS13
Congressman David Scott Secures Nearly $14 Million in New Community Project Funding for Georgia’s 13th District

Congressman David Scott Secures Nearly $14 Million in New Community Project Funding for Georgia’s 13th District WASHINGTON D.C . – Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13) , announced the passage of seven additional Community Project Funding (CPF) requests for Georgia’s 13 th District. On January 8…

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Floor Speech2025-12-19CeremonialCivil Rights
Sponsored: Recognizing the significance of Atlanta, Georgia, as the cradle of the civil rights movement.

David Scott sponsored this legislation: Recognizing the significance of Atlanta, Georgia, as the cradle of the civil rights movement.. Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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Press Release2025-12-19CeremonialTradeLaborCivil Rights
Congressman David Scott Leads Georgia Democrats in Filing Resolution Recognizing Atlanta as the Cradle of the Civil Rights Movement

Congressman David Scott Leads Georgia Democrats in Filing Resolution Recognizing Atlanta as the Cradle of the Civil Rights Movement Read Resolution Text WASHINGTON D.C . - Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13 ), led the entire Georgia Democratic Congressional delegation in filing a resolution…

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Press Release2025-12-17TaxesEnvironmentInfrastructure
Reps. David Scott and Lucy McBath Introduce a Bill to Cut State Costs and Ensure Children Don’t Go Hungry During Summer

Reps. David Scott and Lucy McBath Introduce a Bill to Cut State Costs and Ensure Children Don’t Go Hungry During Summer Read Bill Text WASHINGTON D.C . - Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13 ) and Congresswoman Lucy McBath (GA-6) introduced the Bridge to Summer Nutrition Act , a bill to protect…

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Floor Speech2025-12-17InfrastructureAgriculture
Sponsored: Bridge to Summer Nutrition Act of 2025

David Scott sponsored this legislation: Bridge to Summer Nutrition Act of 2025. Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall…

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Press Release2025-12-17BipartisanTaxesEnvironmentHousingHR664
Congressman David Scott Leads Bipartisan Effort to Advance Landmark Housing Package Out of the Financial Services Committee

Congressman David Scott Leads Bipartisan Effort to Advance Landmark Housing Package Out of the Financial Services Committee Read Bill Text The Housing for the 21 st Century Act cleared a key hurdle by passing near-unanimously out of committee with a 50-1 vote. It now heads to the full House Floor…

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Floor Speech2025-12-15Housing
Sponsored: To amend the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 to provide reforms to housing counseling and financial literacy programs.

David Scott sponsored this legislation: To amend the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 to provide reforms to housing counseling and financial literacy programs.. Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

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Press Release2025-12-15UrgentEconomyTaxesEnvironment
David Scott, Joyce Beatty, and Cleo Fields Introduce Legislation to Strengthen HUD Oversight of Housing Counselors and Protect Homebuyers

David Scott, Joyce Beatty, and Cleo Fields Introduce Legislation to Strengthen HUD Oversight of Housing Counselors and Protect Homebuyers Read Bill Text WASHINGTON D.C . – Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13 ), was joined by Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) and Congressman Cleo Fields (LA-06) ,…

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Floor Speech2025-12-15
Sponsored: Jobs, On-the-Job Earn-While-You-Learn Training, and Apprenticeships for Young African-Americans Act

David Scott sponsored this legislation: Jobs, On-the-Job Earn-While-You-Learn Training, and Apprenticeships for Young African-Americans Act. Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

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Press Release2025-12-12HealthcareEconomyTechnology
Reps. David Scott and Emanuel Cleaver File Landmark Proposal to Expand African American Participation in Registered Apprenticeships

Reps. David Scott and Emanuel Cleaver File Landmark Proposal to Expand African American Participation in Registered Apprenticeships Read Bill Text WASHINGTON D.C . – Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13 ) and Congressman Emanuel Cleaver (MO-5) , re-introduced the Jobs, On-the-Job…

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Floor Speech2025-12-11Infrastructure
Sponsored: To amend title 49, United States Code, to clarify airport revenue use of local general sales taxes, and for other purposes.

David Scott sponsored this legislation: To amend title 49, United States Code, to clarify airport revenue use of local general sales taxes, and for other purposes.. Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.

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Press Release2025-12-11ChinaEducationInfrastructure
Congressman David Scott Introduces Bill to Restore $30 Million in Local Tax Revenue to Clayton County and the Clayton County Public Schools

Congressman David Scott Introduces Bill to Restore $30 Million in Local Tax Revenue to Clayton County and the Clayton County Public Schools Read Bill Text WASHINGTON D.C . - Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13 ), introduced the Airport Revenue Clarity Act , a bill that will return $30 million in…

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Floor Speech2025-11-19
Sponsored: SEC Data Protection Act

David Scott sponsored this legislation: SEC Data Protection Act. Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

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Floor Speech2025-09-09
Sponsored: Endometrial Cancer Research and Education Act of 2025

David Scott sponsored this legislation: Endometrial Cancer Research and Education Act of 2025. Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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Floor Speech2025-07-17Agriculture
Sponsored: Black Farmers and Socially Disadvantaged Farmers Increased Market Share Act

David Scott sponsored this legislation: Black Farmers and Socially Disadvantaged Farmers Increased Market Share Act. Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for…

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Floor Speech2025-07-14
Sponsored: Supporting the designation of July as Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month.

David Scott sponsored this legislation: Supporting the designation of July as Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month.. Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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Floor Speech2025-06-09
Sponsored: Reimagining Inclusive Arts Education Act

David Scott sponsored this legislation: Reimagining Inclusive Arts Education Act. Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

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Press Release2009-08-28Healthcare
Town Hall Meeting

Town Hall Meeting Congressman David Scott in conjunction with AARP will hold a health care town hall meeting at the Austell Community Center located on Joe Jerking's Blvd August 28, 2009 form 10am-12pm.

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Press Release2006-05-27
Keynote Speaker - Mundy's Mill HS 2006 Graduation

Keynote Speaker - Mundy's Mill HS 2006 Graduation WHAT: Congressman David Scott (D-GA) will participate as the keynote speaker for the 2006 Graduation Ceremony of Mundy's Mill High School. Constituents from the Clayton County community are encouraged to attend this special ceremony. WHEN: Saturday,…

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Press Release2006-05-16
Scott to Attend Lockheed's C-5M Rollout Ceremony

Scott to Attend Lockheed's C-5M Rollout Ceremony Congressman David Scott (GA-13) will attend Lockheed Martin’s ceremony to rollout the C-5M Super Galaxy. Media interested in attending the ceremony should contact Chandra Harris at 770-210-5073 or Peter Simmons of Lockheed at 770-494-6208 for more…

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Press Release2006-05-12UrgentHealthcareTaxesEnvironment
Congressman Scott to Host 2nd Annual Jobs Fair

Congressman Scott to Host 2nd Annual Jobs Fair Congressman David Scott is proud to host the Second Annual Thirteenth District Jobs Fair in conjunction with Comcast Cable, UPN Atlanta, and CBS 46. The fair will bring together Georgia's top employers from the public and private sector. This event…

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Press Release2006-05-01Defense
Congressman Scott to Attend Metro Atlanta Prayer Breakfast

Congressman Scott to Attend Metro Atlanta Prayer Breakfast Congressman David Scott will join Governor Perdue in observing the National Day of Prayer at the Metro Atlanta Prayer Breakfast. Congressman Scott will deliver a prayer for our government and military. WHEN: Monday, May 1, 2006 7:00 a.m. to…

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Press Release2006-04-27Agriculture
Scott Joins Congressional Hearing on Gas Prices

Scott Joins Congressional Hearing on Gas Prices Eager to provide long-term relief for Georgians facing rising gas prices, Congressman David Scott will participate in the House Agriculture Committee's special hearing, "Review of the Futures Market and Gasoline Prices." At a time when America has…

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Press Release2006-04-21DefenseTrade
Congressman Scott to Visit CBS 46 TV Studio

Congressman Scott to Visit CBS 46 TV Studio Congressman David Scott will visit Atlanta's CBS 46 Studio to participate in a live interview during the 12 noon news segment. Catch Congressman Scott discussing why his upcoming 2nd Annual Jobs Fair is so important this year with the growing number of…

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Press Release2006-03-25TaxesEnvironmentDefense
Scott to Host Military Academy Reception

Scott to Host Military Academy Reception Congressman David Scott (D-GA) will host a reception on Saturday, March 25, 2006 in his Jonesboro District Office to honor all participating students of the 13th District’s second annual military academy nomination process. During the reception, Congressman…

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Press Release2006-03-18Taxes
Scott to Host Reception for 4th Annual Congressional Art Competition

Scott to Host Reception for 4th Annual Congressional Art Competition Congressman Scott will host a reception to recognize all participating high school students of his Fourth Annual Congressional Art Competition and announce the top winners at the Arts Clayton Gallery. Residents of the District are…

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Press Release2006-03-11Healthcare
Rep. Scott to Address Riverdale Kiwanis Club

Rep. Scott to Address Riverdale Kiwanis Club Congressman David Scott will provide remarks about Medicare Part-D, the state of the 13th Congressional District, his experiences during a recent trip to Iraq, and other issues during a forum hosted by the Riverdale Kiwanis Club. The public is invited to…

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