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.

Ensuring a Strong Quality of Life for Enlisted Servicemembers

This week in the House Appropriations Committee's Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee, we conducted our first oversight hearing on enlisted servicemembers' quality of life. It was the first time since 2019 all senior enlisted leaders appeared together to testify before the committee. We will work diligently to ensure our servicemembers and their families receive the best quality of life possible. Click here to learn more and watch the hearing.

Restoring Accountability to the VA

This week in the House Veterans' Affairs Committee, we conducted our first oversight hearing on restoring accountability to the VA. The federal government has a duty to make sure our veterans receive the quality care they earned in service to our country. While the VA sometimes falls short on providing that care, we can improve services by ensuring leadership is engaged and accountable. Click here to learn more. 

Constituent Corner

Stephanie, from Lakeland, contacted our office to check on the status of her daughter's passport application. We helped her get the status from the National Passport Center. If you are having problems with your passport, the VA, Social Security or another federal agency we can help! Click here to learn more. 

Test Your Knowledge #CivicsWithScott!

Which U.S. President has the most presidential vetoes?

A. Grover Cleveland   
B. Franklin D. Roosevelt   
C. Dwight D. Eisenhower   
D. Harry S. Truman

Last Week's Question

In what year was Florida's official state flag adopted?

A. 1965 
B. 1945 
C. 1900 - CORRECT ANSWER
D. 1985

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