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Welcome to my e-newsletter, the Ready Room. As a retired Naval Aviator, the Ready Room is special to me because it’s where fellow aviators meet to brief and debrief missions. This is my weekly briefing to you on my mission in Congress. Please follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube for regular updates on how my team and I are working to serve you in Congress.

DISASTER TAX RELIEF PASSES THE HOUSE

Many families and businesses in the Florida Heartland are still struggling from the devastation caused by hurricanes Ian and Nicole. 

An initiative I have strongly supported, the Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act, passed the House last week as part of the larger bipartisan Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act. This critical bill would provide vital tax relief for disaster-related losses to help those impacted get back on their feet. I urge the Senate to act quickly to get this relief in the hands of Americans who need it. Click here to learn more.

LNG STRENGTHENS OUR ECONOMY AND ENERGY SECURITY

President Biden's Department of Energy (DOE) halted the approval process for new liquified natural gas (LNG) exports despite the consequences of disrupting this fundamental energy source. This policy decision appeases extreme climate activists at the expense of American economic prosperity and the security of our allies. 

That's why I joined my colleagues to call on President Biden to reverse the DOE's pause of LNG exports to keep clean-burning energy affordable, maintain our energy leadership on the world stage and reduce European reliance on adversarial energy from Russia. 

BOLSTERING HUMAN TRAFFICKING DETECTION

Human trafficking is a modern-day form of slavery. Florida tragically ranks third in the nation for reported human trafficking cases. We must adopt a whole-of-government approach to crack down on this deplorable behavior.

That's why I voted for H.R. 443, the Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act, to be proactively vigilant by training Department of Labor employees to recognize instances of human trafficking and refer these cases to law enforcement agencies. It passed the House and awaits Senate action.  

Test Your Knowledge #CivicsWithScott!

Which viewpoint was common among Anti-Federalists?

A. There is no need for a separate Bill of Rights.
B. The Constitution does not give enough power to the states.
C. The Constitution will not strengthen the government.
D. A strong national government will protect the people in times of crisis.

Last Week's Question

What does the phrase "insure domestic tranquility" in the Preamble of the Constitution mean?

A. Give land to the homeless
B. Fight wars on foreign soil
C. Keep the homeland at peace - Correct answer
D. Provide citizens with insurance

It is an honor and privilege to represent you in Congress. Please take a moment to fill out my latest constituent survey here. Your feedback helps me better represent you. For more information on constituent services, current legislation, and to sign up for my e-newsletter, please visit my website at franklin.house.gov. 

Best regards,

C. Scott Franklin
Member of Congress