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.

Former Vice President Pence Visits the House of Representatives

Former Vice President Mike Pence and Representative Scott Franklin (FL-15)(courtesy of the Republican Study Committee)

Last week, former Vice President Mike Pence visited with House Republicans to discuss our agenda in Congress. We discussed rising prices under radical inflation and solutions to address it. We also covered priorities we are currently working on, like securing the border, increasing domestic energy production, and addressing the rise in violent crime across America. We welcome ideas that will help restore American prosperity and a secure nation. Pence shared his ideas on how we can promote a strong, principled legislative agenda to limit government, strengthen our national defense, boost America’s economy, preserve traditional values, and balance our budget.

In the News

• Franklin demands answers from the Energy Department on the sale of Strategic Petroleum Reserve's (SPR) to China: The strategic petroleum reserve (SPR) was created to mitigate supply chain disruptions due to major emergencies. In the wake of restricted U.S. energy supply and global events, the Biden administration has tapped the SPR to try to lower gas prices. Last week, I joined my House Oversight GOP colleagues to ask Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm why some of our limited reserves were sold to China. Click here to read the full letter.
• The House passes Kissimmee River bill: Last week, the House passed a bill to include the Kissimmee River among potential additions to the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. I was a cosponsor of this bill with Representative Darren Soto (FL-09). Click here for the full text of the bill.

Need a Flag Flown Over the U.S. Capitol? 

Statue of Freedom with flag flying over U.S. Capitol
(courtesy of the Architect of the Capitol)

Did you know my office can provide flags flown over the U.S. Capitol? These flags are a great way to commemorate special events or in honor of someone you know. You can specify a date and have it flown for a special occasion and the Flag Office will even customize a certificate for you. For more information about this process and to order a flag, please visit https://franklin.house.gov/services/flags.

Constituent Corner 

The Carter family and Congressman Franklin

Last week, the Carter family from Lakeland visited our Washington, D.C. office. They received a staff lead Capitol tour and an inside look into operations on Capitol Hill. If you are visiting D.C. and would like a staff lead tour, click here for more information. Due to the high volume of requests, we recommend all U.S. Capitol tour requests be submitted at least three months in advance of your tour date for consideration.

Test Your Knowledge #CivicsWithScott!

Marbury v. Madison was a landmark U.S. Supreme Court case that established which of the following principals?

a. Miranda rights

b. Judicial review

c. Implied powers

d. Federal supremacy

Last Week's Question

What treaty signed in 1783 ended the American Revolution?

a. Treaty of Paris - Correct answer

b. Treaty of Versailles

c. Treaty of Jassy

d. The Congress of Vienna

I’m honored to represent you in Congress. 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