U.S. Rep. Scott Franklin (FL)
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Recent News About U.S. Rep. Scott Franklin (FL)
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Franklin, Rubio Help Florida Growers Access Crop Insurance Coverage
Rep. Scott Franklin (R-FL) and Rep. Darren Soto (D-FL) have introduced the Temperature Endorsement for Multi-Peril Policies (TEMP) Act in an effort to assist Florida's agricultural industry in accessing crop insurance coverage for losses caused by cold exposure and freezes. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has introduced companion legislation in the Senate.According to Rep. Franklin, "Deep freezes often cause significant damage to Florida's agricultural industry, a significant source of America's citrus, sugarcane, and other important fruit and vegetables. Unfortunately,...
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Franklin Hosts Youth Cyber Capture the Flag Event
LAKELAND, FL—Central Florida students had the opportunity to showcase their hacking skills at a beginner-level cyber Capture the Flag (CTF) tournament hosted by Rep. Scott Franklin (FL-18) at Florida Southern College. The event aimed to inspire young minds to pursue careers in cybersecurity and STEM-related fields.In light of the escalating cyberthreats from foreign adversaries such as China, Rep. Franklin emphasized the need to address the shortage of cybersecurity professionals in the country. He stated, "Events like this challenge and inspire the next generation to...
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Franklin Supports Rep. Mike Johnson, Ready to Get Back to Work
WASHINGTON, DC - Rep. Scott Franklin (FL-18) expressed his support for Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA) as the newly elected Speaker of the House. In a statement, Franklin highlighted Johnson's qualities as a principled conservative and a selfless servant leader. Franklin emphasized the urgency for the House to get back to work and fulfill the promises made to the American people.Franklin stated, "I was pleased to join my House Republican colleagues in electing Rep. Mike Johnson as our Speaker. He's exactly who we need to unite us and move forward." Franklin acknowledged the...
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Congressman Franklin Votes Against 45-Day Continuing Resolution, Calls for Border Security and Fiscal Responsibility
WASHINGTON - Congressman Franklin, representing the American people, voted against a 45-day Continuing Resolution today, citing concerns over border security and excessive government spending under the Biden administration."Today, I voted against a 45-day Continuing Resolution that makes no effort to secure the border and greenlights more of Biden’s weaponized government," stated Congressman Franklin. "I cannot support any short-term spending bill that fails to hold the Administration accountable or address Congress’ insatiable appetite to spend...
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Rep. Scott Franklin Introduces Legislation to Protect School Lunch Programs from Retaliation
WASHINGTON, DC— Rep. Scott Franklin (FL-18) has introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution of disapproval to prevent the USDA from withholding school lunch funding and retaliating against schools that do not comply with the White House’s sexual orientation and gender identity policies. The legislation aims to protect students and ensure that parents have the final say in their children's education.Rep. Franklin expressed his concerns about the Biden Administration's use of school lunch as leverage to push their agenda onto school systems. He stated,...
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Rep. Scott Franklin Receives Defender of Economic Freedom Award from Club for Growth
WASHINGTON, DC—In recognition of his unwavering commitment to balancing the federal budget and reducing the size of government, Rep. Scott Franklin (FL-18) has been honored with the 2022 Club for Growth Defender of Economic Freedom Award."Congress’ insatiable appetite to spend money has run up a $33 trillion national debt and put us on a collision course with bankruptcy. Americans are expecting Congress to have the courage to right the ship before it’s too late," said Rep. Franklin. "I’m pleased to receive the Defender of Economic Freedom Award from the Club for Growth...