Scott Franklin U.S. House of Representatives from Florida | Official U.S. House Headshot
Scott Franklin U.S. House of Representatives from Florida | Official U.S. House Headshot
Congressman Scott Franklin of Florida's 18th District has been appointed as the Chairman of the Science, Space and Technology (SST) Environment Subcommittee for the 119th Congress. This marks his second term on the committee.
Franklin expressed his enthusiasm about his new role, stating, "It’s an honor to be selected to serve as Chairman of the Environment Subcommittee. I’m eager to tackle environmental research related to weather forecasting and ensuring disaster readiness." He also thanked Chairman Brian Babin for the opportunity and emphasized his commitment to advancing policies that promote innovation and job growth.
Chairman Brian Babin of Texas' 36th District shared his confidence in Franklin's leadership abilities. "I’m confident Congressman Franklin will provide strong leadership for our Environment Subcommittee this Congress," said Babin. He highlighted Franklin's advocacy against restrictive government regulations and noted that Franklin's perspective would be crucial in upcoming weather legislation discussions.
The appointment is seen as a step towards advancing environmental policies that align with America First priorities while addressing state-specific needs.
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