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.

LEGISLATIVE LANDING: RECAPPING IMPORTANT INITIATIVES FROM THE 118th CONGRESS

Last week, we covered H.R. 1, a critical bill to rebuild our energy independence and reduce costs for American families. This week, continue reading to learn more about steps I've taken to help specialty crop growers access crop insurance to cover losses caused by cold exposure and freezes.

EXPANDING AFFORDABLE CROP INSURANCE OPTIONS

Hardworking agricultural producers in Florida's Heartland grow over 200 specialty crops, like citrus, fruits and vegetables, that can be impacted by cold exposure. It's often challenging to cover damage caused by freezing temperatures for specialty crops.

To help growers recover from crop losses, I introduced H.R. 6186, the Temperature Endorsement for Multi-Peril Policies (TEMP) Act to create an affordable temperature-based insurance policy. The TEMP Act directs the Risk Management Agency to research and develop a temperature-based index policy that uses National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration data.

Click here to learn more.

HONORING OUR FALLEN IN AFGHANISTAN

Last week on August 15th marked the third anniversary of the fall of Kabul due to President Biden’s catastrophic withdrawal. On August 26th, 2021, 13 brave servicemembers were brutally killed in the Abbey Gate suicide bombing. It was the deadliest attack on our troops in Afghanistan since 2011. May we always remember their sacrifice. I continue to urge the House to conduct necessary oversight, ensuring those responsible are held accountable.

INTERN SPOTLIGHT: Sonya-Nicole Weidner

Our stellar intern, Sonya-Nicole Weidner, worked alongside staff this summer in our Washington, D.C. office to better understand the legislative process. She graduated from Florida State University with a degree in Political Science and is an aspiring J.D. candidate. Before joining our team this summer, she previously interned for Florida State Senator Jay Collins. We’re grateful for her hard work and service to FL-18. 

Our Washington, D.C. and Lakeland, FL offices are accepting internship applications for the winter/spring 2025 session. Click here to learn more.

Test Your Knowledge #CivicsWithScott!

If Congress disagrees with a federal court’s decision, then it has all of the following legal options except:

A. Changing the law
B. Overruling the judge with a two-thirds majority in each chamber of Congress
C. Proposing a constitutional amendment
D. Changing the court's jurisdiction

Last Week's Question

Which policy category will the president most likely assert their authority over Congress?

A. Education policy
B. Environmental policy
C. Healthcare policy
D. Foreign policy - 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