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.

HOLDING SANCTUARY CITIES ACCOUNTABLE

In fiscal year 2023 alone, there were a staggering 2.4 million migrant crossings. Many fled to sanctuary cities that shield illegal immigrants from law enforcement and provide them taxpayer-funded benefits, exacerbating the open border crisis and exhausting local resources. I cosponsored and voted for H.R. 5717, the No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act, to block federal funding to sanctuary cities, counties and states that provide benefits to illegal immigrants. It passed the House 219 - 186 on September 20 and awaits Senate action. Click here to learn more.

SAFEGUARDING VEHICLE CONSUMER CHOICE

To coerce consumers to drive electric vehicles (EVs), the EPA finalized a tailpipe vehicle emissions rule in March 2024 that places extreme standards on pollutants and greenhouse gasses. This rule is a de facto ban on gas-powered vehicles, forcing automakers to sell more EVs and eliminating more affordable options for American families. Consumers should have a choice in determining the best vehicle for their families. That's why I cosponsored and voted for H.J. Res. 136, to repeal the EPA's burdensome emissions rule under the Congressional Review Act. It passed the House 215-191 on September 20 and awaits Senate action. Click here to learn more.

SECURING POLK COUNTY VETERANS SERVICE OFFICE

After months of coordination between my office and the VA, Polk County Veterans Services will open a new office in Lakeland for the first time since before the COVID pandemic. I’m confident this office, located in the new state-of-the-art VA outpatient clinic, will provide top-notch assistance for our nation’s heroes. Click here to learn more.

MOBILE OFFICE HOURS: LABELLE

Our office can help with a variety of federal agencies including Social Security, IRS, the VA and more. We are hosting Mobile Office Hours on Tuesday, September 24th from 2PM - 4PM at the Barron Library. Click here to register for an appointment.

Test Your Knowledge #CivicsWithScott!

Which House of Representatives committee is responsible for issues such as taxes, bond debt, tariffs and international trade?

A. Ways and Means
B. Appropriations
C. Finance
D. Budget

Last Week's Question

The formal and enumerated powers of Congress are found in:

A. Article II, Section 4
B. Article I, Section 8 - Correct answer
C. Article I, Section 1
D. The Preamble

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