Hello Friend,

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.

INVESTIGATING PRESIDENT TRUMP'S ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT

Monumental security errors were made while protecting President Trump and attendees at the campaign rally in Butler, PA on July 13th. Former U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle testified before Congress that her agency's response to the assassination attempt was "the most significant operational failure... in decades." She has now resigned, but there are still many questions which victims and Americans deserve answers to. 

Congress must continue working to ensure complete transparency and accountability. That's why I cosponsored H.Res. 1367 to establish a bipartisan task force dedicated to investigating the attempt on President Trump's life, which passed unanimously in the House. The role of every federal, state and local entity will be thoroughly examined. The task force will issue their findings and recommendations by December 13, 2024. 

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CUTTING ENVIRONMENTAL RED TAPE

In 2021, without Congressional approval, the Biden-Harris Administration formed the Justice40 Initiative, mandating 40% of certain federal spending be directed towards "environmental justice" efforts. Under this initiative, federal agencies are forced to prioritize radical Green New Deal climate policies. This diverts agencies’ attention away from their respective missions and can even cause red tape that delays environmental cleanup activities. 

I cosponsored the Restricting Environmental Gamesmanship (REGs) Act to block multiple Biden-Harris executive orders responsible for the Justice40 initiative and prohibit agencies from pursuing harmful environmental justice policies.

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MAKING HEALTHCARE MORE AFFORDABLE & TRANSPARENT

Skyrocketing prices and lack of transparency in the healthcare system has made it more expensive for many Americans to receive needed care. Those in mostly rural areas—like FL-18—lack access to vital care as many clinics and health centers are left underfunded and in disrepair. To help patients shop for affordable care, treatment and services, I voted for H.R. 5378, the Lower Costs, More Transparency Act:

• Increases price transparency throughout the health care system;
• Lowers out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs;
• Expands access to more affordable generic drugs; and
• Revives community health centers and training programs to recruit new doctors and serve rural areas.

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Test Your Knowledge #CivicsWithScott!

When comparing the three branches of government, Congress is most influential in which of the following?

A. Military affairs
B. Foreign affairs
C. Domestic affairs
D. Judicial proceedings

Last Week's Question

If the president cannot get an agenda adopted by Congress, which of the following techniques can be used to appeal directly to the people of the United States?

A. A veto threat
B. An executive order
C. A signing statement
D. A bully pulpit - Correct answer

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