Sen. Rick Scott

Co-sponsor S 2756

In committee · Florida Senate · Co-sponsor

A bill to posthumously award a Congressional Gold Medal, in commemoration of the service members who perished as a result of the attack in Afghanistan on August 26, 2021, during the evacuation of citizens of the United States and Afghan allies at Hamid Karzai International Airport, and for other purposes.

This bill posthumously provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal in commemoration of the 13 service members who died on August 26, 2021, while stationed at Hamid Karzai International Airport in Afghanistan.

VeteransSupports VeteransBill posthumously awards Congressional Gold Medal to honor fallen veterans, aligning with recognition indicator for veteran service.95% confidence

In committee Sep 15, 2021 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SRES 360

In committee · Florida Senate · Co-sponsor

A resolution celebrating the 30th anniversary of the independence of Ukraine from the former Soviet Union.

This resolution recognizes the courage and resolve shown by the Ukrainian people in their pursuit of sovereignty and democracy. It also condemns the illegal military invasion and occupation of Crimea by Russia and the violence fomented by proxies of Russia in eastern Ukraine.

In committee Sep 14, 2021 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 2727

In committee · Florida Senate · Co-sponsor

Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2021

Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2021 This bill provides continuing appropriations to prevent a government shutdown if any of the appropriations bills for a fiscal year have not been enacted before the fiscal year begins and continuing appropriations are not in effect. The bill also limits official travel, congressional recesses or adjournments, and the consideration of legislation that is unrelated to appropriations after the beginning of a fiscal year if the appropriations process has not been completed.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesPrevents shutdowns via continuing appropriations, ensuring uninterrupted budget execution and fiscal stability per bill's core purpose.95% confidence

In committee Sep 14, 2021 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 2734

In committee · Florida Senate · Co-sponsor

Restoring Trust in Public Health Act

Restoring Trust in Public Health Act This bill requires the Senate to confirm the appointment of the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

In committee Sep 14, 2021 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary SRES 356

In committee · Florida Senate · Lead sponsor

A resolution recognizing the 500th anniversary of the founding of the city of San Juan, Puerto Rico.

This resolution recognizes the 500th anniversary of the founding of the city of San Juan, Puerto Rico.

In committee Sep 13, 2021 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor S 2711

In committee · Florida Senate · Co-sponsor

Empowering Local Curriculum Act

Empowering Local Curriculum Act This bill specifies that nothing in federal education law shall be construed to require the use, teaching, promotion, or recommendation of any academic discipline, program, or activity that holds certain principles related to race or sex.

EducationOpposes EducationBill explicitly restricts federal mandates on curriculum content related to race/sex, opposing federal overreach in education policy.90% confidence

In committee Aug 11, 2021 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SRES 343

Passed · Florida Senate · Co-sponsor

A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable Maurice Robert Gravel, former Senator from the State of Alaska.

This resolution expresses the condolences of the Senate regarding the death of the Honorable Maurice Robert Gravel, former Senator from Alaska.

Passed Aug 9, 2021 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 2678

In committee · Florida Senate · Co-sponsor

Protect Our Disabled Heroes Act of 2021

Protect Our Disabled Heroes Act of 2021 This bill imposes criminal penalties and/or fines on individuals for the commission or attempted commission of certain acts (e.g., charging certain fees) in connection with the representation of a veteran who is seeking Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits or filing a claim for such benefits. Additionally, the VA is authorized to prescribe limitations and restrictions on the types and timing of for-profit business transactions which may be entered into by an agent or attorney who is representing a claimant for VA benefits.

VeteransSupports VeteransBill prohibits fees for VA benefit representation, protecting veterans from exploitation and ensuring access to benefits per its title and summary.95% confidence

In committee Aug 9, 2021 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 2587

In committee · Florida Senate · Co-sponsor

A bill to oppose the provision of assistance to the People's Republic of China by the multilateral development banks.

This bill requires the Department of the Treasury to instruct the U.S. executive directors at certain multilateral development banks, such as the Asian Development Bank, to oppose providing a loan, financial assistance, or technical assistance to China. The executive directors must also advocate and vote to end lending and assistance to a country that has exceeded certain income thresholds.

In committee Aug 3, 2021 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 2045

Passed · Florida Senate · Co-sponsor

A bill to designate the area between the intersections of 16th Street, Northwest and Fuller Street, Northwest and 16th Street, Northwest and Euclid Street, Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia, as "Oswaldo Paya Way".

This bill designates the area between the intersections of 16th Street, NW and Fuller Street, NW and 16th Street, NW and Euclid Street, NW in the District of Columbia as Oswaldo Paya Way.

Passed Aug 3, 2021 1 co-sponsor Track