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November 26, 2024 at 3:44 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

2024 November 26, 2024 Dear Georgian, Happy Thanksgiving week! As Americans, we have so much to be grateful for, especially our farmers who are the core of rural America and put the food on our tables. I am truly blessed to represent Georgia’s Eighth Congressional Di…

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November 18, 2024 at 3:30 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

  November 18, 2024 Dear Georgian, The House returned to Washington last week after elections, and Republicans got right to work to determine our leadership for the next Congress. We nominated Speaker Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House and Majority Leader Steve Sca…

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November 10, 2024 at 7:27 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

November 10, 2024 Dear Georgian, Our nation is indebted to our veterans, who put their lives on the line to protect our freedom. Tomorrow, we will recognize and celebrate them on Veterans Day. Make sure to thank our veterans every day for all they have done for our co…

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October 28, 2024 at 3:08 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

October 28, 2024 Dear Georgian, As I travel throughout our district, I am getting several questions about FEMA assistance. One particular question concerns when you applied and when your county was declared. If you applied for FEMA disaster relief before your county …

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October 20, 2024 at 8:59 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

October 20, 2024 Dear Georgian, My office is continuing to coordinate with federal, state, and local officials after Hurricane Helene to ensure proper response. To keep updated on Hurricane Helene response efforts, visit my Hurricane Resources tab. As always, my sta…

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October 14, 2024 at 7:32 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

October 14, 2024 Dear Georgian, The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Small Business Administration (SBA), the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), and other agencies recently updated their resources after Hurricane Helene. My office is conti…

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October 6, 2024 at 5:57 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

October 6, 2024 Dear Georgian, Since Hurricane Helene, this past week I have visited Ben Hill, Coffee, Atkinson, Berrien, Lowndes, Tift, Cook, Jeff Davis, and Lanier counties to survey damage and meet with local leadership and volunteers. I will be traveling across t…

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September 28, 2024 at 7:28 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

September 28, 2024 Dear Georgian, I pray that you and your families are okay after Hurricane Helene. My heart and prayers go out to the families who lost loved ones during this disaster. Thank you to our first responders, linemen, volunteers, National Guardsmen, and …

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September 22, 2024 at 7:53 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

September 22, 2024 Dear Georgian, Last Wednesday we celebrated the U.S. Air Force's 77th Birthday! I’m honored to represent the fine men and women of Moody and Robins AFB. Thank y’all for your service! Friday was National POW/MIA Recognition Day, where we honored the…

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September 15, 2024 at 8:37 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

September 15, 2024 Dear Georgian, Last week was the 23rd anniversary of September 11, 2001, when thousands of innocent Americans lost their lives in the World Trade Center's Twin Towers, the Pentagon, and rural Pennsylvania. We must never forget the innocent lives w…

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September 2, 2024 at 4:21 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

September 2, 2024 Dear Georgian, Happy Labor Day to all of the men and women who work to make America great! As always, my staff and I are here to help. If you need assistance with a federal agency or have comments or concerns to share with me, please do not hesitate…

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August 25, 2024 at 4:50 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

August 25, 2024 Dear Georgian, I am excited to announce that my office is hosting a U.S. Service Academy Day on September 14th at the Museum of Aviation. Our nation's service academies offer several one-of-a-kind opportunities for students from Georgia's Eighth. I s…

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August 19, 2024 at 2:43 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

August 19, 2024 Dear Georgian, Need assistance with a federal agency? My office may be able to help if you need assistance with: The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) The Social Security Administration (SSA) The Internal Revenue Services (IRS) Medicare, Passports,…

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August 11, 2024 at 6:29 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

August 11, 2024 Dear Georgian, Last Wednesday was National Purple Heart Day, where we remember and honor the sacrifices made by Purple Heart veterans who were wounded or lost their lives in combat. I introduced the bipartisan Purple Heart Freedom to Work Act to ensu…

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July 29, 2024 at 3:19 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

July 29, 2024 Dear Georgian, Last week, several violent pro-Hamas protestors came to D.C. to protest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's joint address to Congress. They gathered at Union Station, which is very close to the U.S. Capitol Building, and burned Ame…

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July 21, 2024 at 5:48 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

July 21, 2024 Dear Georgian, Our district is home to incredible Americans. Team USA recently announced that Moultrie local Carson Tyler will represent our country on the USA Diving team at the 2024 Olympics in Paris! At 20 years old, Carson is already making a global…

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July 15, 2024 at 2:42 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

July 15, 2024 Dear Georgian, I am grateful that President Trump is safe, and I am praying for all rally attendees- especially those who were hurt. My heart goes out to the family of the victim who was killed in this heinous act. Thank you to the Secret Service and la…

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July 1, 2024 at 2:28 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

July 1, 2024 Dear Georgian, Happy Fourth of July Week! As we come together to celebrate our nation’s independence, let us remember the brave patriots who fought for our freedom and the values that unite us as Americans. We honor the sacrifices of our armed forces, pa…

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June 24, 2024 at 3:22 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

June 24, 2024 Dear Georgian, Last Wednesday was Juneteenth, where we celebrate the day in 1865 when the last enslaved Americans were granted their freedom. Freedom is a core principle of our great nation, and we should celebrate freedom and equality every day. As al…

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June 16, 2024 at 5:58 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

June 16, 2024 Dear Georgian, Happy Father's Day to all our dads in the Eighth District! I'm excited to spend the day with my family, and I hope y'all enjoy the day while spending time with your families as well. Friday was the U.S. Army's 249th Birthday! Thank you to…

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June 9, 2024 at 9:23 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

June 9, 2024 Dear Georgian, Last Thursday was the 80th anniversary of D-Day, where we commemorated the courage and bravery of the thousands of soldiers who lost their lives in one of the most pivotal military operations in history. We honor the soldiers who still live…

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June 3, 2024 at 2:28 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

June 3, 2024 Dear Georgian, On Thursday, a New York jury found former President Donald Trump guilty of 34 felony counts. This verdict is the result of a political witch hunt in a corrupt, weaponized leftist court that believed the words of a convicted perjurer. Make …

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May 27, 2024 at 4:28 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

May 27, 2024 Dear Georgian, Happy Memorial Day! Today, we honor our military members who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our great nation. This holiday gives us the chance to remember their courageous acts of service in protecting the freedoms of Americans. As yo…

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May 20, 2024 at 3:38 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

May 20, 2024 Dear Georgian, Last week was National Police Week. Our law enforcement officers work tirelessly to protect our communities. Their courage and dedication to safeguarding the people of our nation is truly commendable. Please join me in expressing our utmos…

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May 12, 2024 at 5:49 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

May 12, 2024 Dear Georgian, Happy Mother's Day to my mother, my wonderful wife Vivien, and all mothers in Georgia's Eighth District!  Last week was Teacher Appreciation Week! I want to thank my mother, who was a teacher for many years, and my sister who is still tea…

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May 6, 2024 at 2:50 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

May 6, 2024 Dear Georgian, Ever since Hamas terrorists began their heinous attack on Israel on October 7th of last year, there has been an alarming rise in antisemitism in our country. Recently, this hatred has reached new heights with radical left-wing protests at c…

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April 21, 2024 at 7:31 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

April 21, 2024 Dear Georgian, Yesterday, the House passed critical bipartisan aid for Israel, Taiwan, and Ukraine with my support.  America is a beacon of freedom and democracy, and we must support those being unjustly attacked or threatened by our adversaries. As a…

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April 15, 2024 at 2:14 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

April 15, 2024 Dear Georgian, This weekend, Iran launched an attack on Israel. The time to express ironclad support for Israel is now. Peace in the Middle East depends on the assurance that there is not now, or ever, any gap in the brotherhood between Israel and the U…

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April 7, 2024 at 7:51 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

April 7, 2024 Dear Georgian, The right to bear arms is the constitutional right of every American, but each year, the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) denies thousands of law-abiding citizens their right due to clerical errors in their system's…

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March 31, 2024 at 3:41 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

March 31, 2024 Dear Georgian, Happy Easter! My family and I wish you a joyous day of celebration for the resurrection of our Savior. He is risen! "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hop…

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March 24, 2024 at 8:58 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

March 24, 2024 Dear Georgian, On Friday, the House passed another appropriations bill to avoid a government shutdown. I voted against this legislation because it contained millions of dollars for partisan Democratic funding projects from the Senate that I disagree wit…

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March 18, 2024 at 4:13 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

March 18, 2024 Dear Georgian, March is National Peanut Month, a great time to acknowledge this beloved crop's substantial impact on our state's culture and economy. In 2022, Georgia produced more than half of our nation's peanuts, contributing over $790 million to ou…

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March 10, 2024 at 7:28 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

March 10, 2024 Dear Georgian, President Biden has consistently made disastrous policy decisions that have put our national and global security at risk. He is directly responsible for the crisis at our southern border. Last week, he announced that he is asking our mil…

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March 4, 2024 at 3:50 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

March 4, 2024 Dear Georgian, With Spring Break approaching, you may need to consider applying for or renewing your passport if you have not done so. The Atlanta Passport Agency recently announced that they are accepting applications at the Atlanta Travel and Adventure…

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February 26, 2024 at 9:12 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

February 26, 2024 Dear Georgian, It is with a heavy heart that I join our state in mourning the loss of Augusta University student Laken Riley, who was killed while jogging on UGA's campus last week. I am praying for her family and community in Athens. Two years ago …

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February 18, 2024 at 7:58 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

February 18, 2024 Dear Georgian, Happy Presidents Day weekend! We are blessed to live in the greatest country in the world, and we have had some amazing leaders in the past. I pray that the next leader of the free world is a strong conservative who will unite us as on…

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February 12, 2024 at 4:55 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

February 12, 2024 Dear Georgian, Our farmers and ranchers across the state play a vital role in Georgia’s number one industry, and I would like to recognize Bruce Redmond, the proud owner of Shiloh Farms, for being named Georgia's Farmer of the Year for 2024! Shiloh…

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February 5, 2024 at 3:00 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

February 5, 2024 Dear Georgian, Last week, the Department of Defense (DoD) reported that three soldiers were killed in action as a result of an Iranian proxy attack on a U.S. outpost in Jordan. All three servicemembers were from the U.S. Army Reserve’s 718th Engineer…

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January 28, 2024 at 9:29 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

January 28, 2024 Dear Georgian, The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is working to raise awareness about scammers pretending to be government officials to get your information. As a reminder, government agencies will never call, email, or text you and ask for money or p…

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January 21, 2024 at 8:48 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

January 21, 2024 Dear Georgian, Last week, Congress passed a continuing resolution (CR) to fund the government at FY23 levels until March 1st and avoid a government shutdown. I supported the CR because it is the better of two bad choices. Now, the government will con…

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January 15, 2024 at 5:17 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

January 15, 2024 Dear Georgian, Today, our nation comes together to celebrate the remarkable life and lasting legacy of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Let us embrace his timeless truth: 'Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.' Inspired by Dr. King'…

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December 17, 2023 at 8:04 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

December 17, 2023 Dear Georgian, Welcome home to the 75th Fighter Squadron from Moody AFB! They recently returned home from an overseas deployment, just in time to celebrate the holidays with their families. Welcome home, and thank you for a job well done! Last week,…

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December 11, 2023 at 3:49 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

December 11, 2023 Dear Georgian, Last week, we recognized Pearl Harbor Day. The lives and service of the 2,403 Americans who lost their lives at Pearl Harbor in 1941 will never be forgotten. We remember them today and every day. As always, my staff and I are here to …

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November 19, 2023 at 8:00 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

November 19, 2023 Dear Georgian, Last week, the House passed a bipartisan continuing resolution to keep our government open and extend the 2018 Farm Bill so our farmers can continue to feed our nation. I supported this resolution, and now Speaker Johnson has more ti…

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November 13, 2023 at 3:33 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

November 13, 2023 Dear Georgian, Saturday was Veterans Day, and we honored and thanked those who have served in the United States armed forces and their families who support them. Their willingness to serve our country and defend our values is vital for upholding this…

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November 6, 2023 at 6:19 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

November 6, 2023 Dear Georgian, The House returned to legislative business last week and made progress in passing the legislative branch and interior appropriations bills for Fiscal Year 2024. This legislation limits job-killing regulations by the EPA, cuts bureaucrat…

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October 30, 2023 at 2:35 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

October 30, 2023 Dear Georgian, On Wednesday, the House of Representatives selected our new Speaker, Mike Johnson of Louisiana. House Republicans unanimously supported him, and he was later sworn in as Speaker of the House after a party-line vote of 220-209. Speaker…

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October 23, 2023 at 2:30 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

October 23, 2023 Dear Georgian, After the tumultuous few weeks we've had in Washington, discernment is critical now more than ever for our democracy. The divisions in Congress have put us on the verge of a Constitutional crisis, and I ask that you join me in prayer f…

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October 16, 2023 at 6:41 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

October 16, 2023 Dear Georgian, It is an honor and a privilege to represent you. You sent me to Washington 13 years ago to fight for conservative values and represent the interests of Georgia’s Eighth District. For over a decade, we have worked together to secure win…

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October 9, 2023 at 10:50 PM

An Update from Congressman Austin Scott

October 9, 2023 Dear Georgian, The barbaric attacks on Israeli citizens are unconscionable. I stand with the people of Israel. We, as the United States, need to make sure to do everything to support Israel as they defend themselves against Hamas and those who fund th…

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