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.

Thank You!

Serving the 15th District of Florida has been an honor and a privilege. I appreciate the support and engagement from thousands of constituents while serving my first term in congress. Your letters, phone calls, and visits to my offices in Florida and Washington were critical to helping me understand the issues most important to you. While my team and I are sad to hand over our constituents from Lake and Hillsborough Counties to a new representative, I’m confident you'll be in capable hands. In the 118th Congress, in addition to Polk County, I look forward to representing folks from Collier, Desoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands and Okeechobee Counties in the new FL-18. We are #FloridaStrong.

Honoring our Veterans

Veterans Day is an opportunity to thank those who served and sacrificed in defense of our nation. For nearly 250 years, Americans from all creeds, religions, and ethnicities have answered the call when our country asked. I am grateful to be counted among them. Our nation owes our veterans a debt we can never repay. I'm proud to support several initiatives for our veteran community, including:

H.R. 8081 - Wounded Warrior Bill of Rights Act, which directs the Secretary of Defense to establish a policy protecting the rights of wounded, ill, and injured service members. 

H.R. 7524 - ACES Act, which requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to study cancer among pilots and aviators in the Armed Forces.

H.R. 5819 - Autonomy for Disabled Veterans Act, which increases the amount of grant money given to veterans who need improvements or structural alterations to their homes.

H.R. 2910 - Veterans Health Care Freedom Act, which creates a pilot program to improve the ability of veterans enrolled in VA health care systems to access hospital care, medical services, and extended care services.

These are a few veteran-focused bills I have proudly supported. I will continue to advocate on behalf of veterans.

Now Accepting Applications for Spring 2023 Interns


Our office is now accepting applications for internships in our Washington, D.C. and Lakeland offices for the spring 2023 session. Internships provide a valuable opportunity to learn more about the legislative branch and serve our constituents. The Spring 2023 session will run January 10th -  April 28th. The deadline for applications is November 18. Candidates will be notified around December 1. Click here to learn more and apply.

Hurricane Ian Disaster Relief is Available

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

Test Your Knowledge #CivicsWithScott!

The Constitution states the President and Vice President can be impeached for what?

A. Treason

B. Bribery

C. High crimes and misdemeanors

D. All of the above

Last Week's Question

In 1758, George Washington spent his entire campaign budget while running for the House of Burgesses buying voters what?

A. Cheese

B. Liquor - Correct Answer

C. Cake

D. Sandwiches

Election Quiz Answers

Election Day was made uniform across the country in what year?

A. 1961

B. 1845 - Correct Answer

C. 1776

D. 1786

Election Day takes place on what day each year?

A. First Tuesday after First Monday in November - Correct Answer 

B. First Tuesday in November

C. Second Tuesday in November

D. None of the above

Why was Election Day historically held in November?

A. English precedent

B. George Washington mandated it

C. It was the best time of year for farmers - Correct Answer

D. It was the best time of year for factory workers

Which career military officer turned president claimed to have never voted in a presidential election?

A. George Washington

B. Zachary Taylor - Correct Answer

C. Andrew Jackson

D. Dwight Eisenhower

In what year were women granted the right to vote?

A. 1786

B. 1905

C. 1910

D. 1920 - Correct Answer

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