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.

Recovering from Hurricane Ian

Last week, our state was hit by one of the worst storms in American history when Hurricane Ian made landfall in southwest Florida. While our state and federal agencies did an excellent job preparing for the storm, we have a long recovery road ahead. There are many resources available at the federal level to help with recovery. My team and I stand ready to assist with every available option to facilitate rebuilding efforts. While Ian brought devastation to our state, the countless examples of kindness and compassion exhibited by so many inspires confidence that Florida will rise to meet this challenge. 

Disaster relief is here!

Aerial photo of damage in Arcadia, Florida

Those impacted by Hurricane Ian are eligible to apply for federal assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Small Business Administration. Our office can help with the application process. Click here to learn more about available resources. Visit my website to learn how we can help.

Do you want to volunteer for disaster relief efforts?

Rep. Franklin at the Polk County Emergency Management Center with Polk County Commissioner Martha Santiago

There are many opportunities to volunteer with Hurricane Ian disaster relief efforts. These include a variety of positions, ranging from response team support to disaster shelter work. For more information, visit the Volunteer Florida website by clicking here.

Visiting the Polk County Emergency Management Center

On Saturday, I visited with first responders, emergency management personnel, and volunteers at the Polk County Emergency Management Center to assess the damage from Hurricane Ian. This remarkable group of folks is doing an incredible job responding to the needs of our community. I'm grateful for all their hard work getting Floridians back on their feet. 

Test Your Knowledge #CivicsWithScott!

Article 1 of the Constitution created which branch of government?

a. Executive

b. Legislative

c. Judiciary

d. Presidential

Last Week's Question

Which of these is NOT a cabinet-level position?

a. Secretary of Defense

b. Attorney General

c. National Security Advisor - Correct Answer

d. Vice President

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