Press Releases
Scott Statement on White House Criminal Justice Reform Announcement
Wednesday | November 14, 2018Washington, DC - U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the statement below following today's announcement by the President that the White House stands behind a bipartisan criminal justice reform package that includes the First Step Act, introduced by Senator John Cornyn (R-TX), marking the first truly meaningful action on criminal justice reform in decades. Scott joined other Senate and House negotiators at the White House for the announcement. "As the only Senate Republican co-sponsor of … Continue Reading
Scott Statement on Attorney General
Wednesday | November 7, 2018SATURDAY: Sens. Scott and Ernst Headline SC’s Women Veterans Event in Columbia
Wednesday | November 7, 2018COLUMBIA, SC — The Offices of Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) and Joni Ernst (R-IA) wish to remind you of Senator Scott’s South Carolina Women Veterans Event this Saturday at First Baptist Church of Columbia. The event is free and open to public, but please RSVP at www.scott.senate.gov/veteransrsvp.
… Continue ReadingSenator Tim Scott to Accept Applications for Spring 2019 Internships
Tuesday | October 30, 2018Columbia, SC- U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) has announced he is accepting congressional internship applications for available positions in his Washington DC, North Charleston, Columbia and Greenville offices for the spring of 2019. The internship program offers undergraduate and graduate students practical experience in constituent services, the legislative process, government policy, and press. The internship provides students with the ability to work with and learn from public service … Continue Reading
Scott Statement on Release of Opportunity Zone Rules, Next Step In Push To Help Distressed Communities Across the Country
Friday | October 19, 2018Charleston, SC – U.S. Senator Tim Scott’s (R-SC) signature achievement in last year’s tax reform package, the creation of Opportunity Zones to drive investment in distressed communities across the country, took a significant step forward today as the U.S. Department of Treasury released the first set of rules for the initiative.
… Continue ReadingScott Statement on White House Meeting about S.C. MOX Facility
Thursday | October 18, 2018WASHINGTON—Today, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement after meeting with President Trump about the MOX facility with Senator Lindsey Graham and Governor Henry McMaster:
… Continue ReadingSCOTT BILL PASSES SENATE; ONE STEP CLOSER TO THE WHITE HOUSE
Monday | October 15, 2018WASHINGTON—The United States Senate has unanimously passed U.S. Senator Tim Scott’s Sickle Cell Disease and Other Heritable Blood Disorders Research, Surveillance, Prevention, and Treatment Act. Upon passage, Senator Scott released the following statement:
… Continue ReadingScott Secures Two Provisions in Key Infrastructure Legislation
Wednesday | October 10, 2018WASHINGTON-Today, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement upon the passage of the bipartisan America's Water Infrastructure Act, which includes two key provisions secured by Senator Scott. "This overwhelmingly bipartisan bill, passed 99-1, is a comprehensive package of common-sense reforms that will authorize the Army Corps to construct, expedite, and modify more than 100 water resource projects across all 50 states. I am proud to have secured two provisions in this … Continue Reading
Scott, Carper, Capito and Nelson Lead Bipartisan Call for Increased Focus on Reducing Maternal Mortality in the U.S.
Wednesday | October 10, 2018WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-SC), Tom Carper (D-Del.), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), and Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) are leading a bipartisan effort calling for an increased focus on reducing maternal mortality in the United States and improving health outcomes for all mothers and children. In a letter to Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Seema Verma, 14 Republican and Democratic senators requested that the Department and Agency prioritize developing strategies to reduce maternal mortality rates, including for pregnant women and mothers enrolled in Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
… Continue ReadingSenator Scott's Statement on U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley
Tuesday | October 9, 2018Senators Ernst and Scott to Headline South Carolina Women Veterans Event in Columbia
Tuesday | October 9, 2018WASHINGTON-Today, Senators Tim Scott (R-SC) and Joni Ernst (R-IA) released the following joint statement ahead of Senator Scott's South Carolina Women Veterans Event on Veterans Day weekend-November 10th, 2018: "Senator Ernst is a force to be reckoned with. Not only does she hold the title of United States Senator, but she also holds the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Iowa Army National Guard. A dear friend of mine in the Senate, a combat veteran herself, and a powerful voice for women, … Continue Reading
Scott Votes to Confirm Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court
Saturday | October 6, 2018WASHINGTON-Today, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement upon the confirmation of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court of the United States: "One of the greatest honors of my life is being able to serve the people of South Carolina in the United States Senate. Today, once again, history called on the Senate to fulfill the duties given to us by the Constitution-to advise and consent on a Supreme Court nomination. I proudly voted to confirm Judge Brett Kavanaugh … Continue Reading
Scott Secures Provisions in Final Comprehensive Opioid Package
Wednesday | October 3, 2018WASHINGTON- Today, the United States Senate passed a bipartisan package of legislation dealing with the opioid crisis in America, including important provisions introduced by Senator Tim Scott (R-SC). Senator Scott released the statement below following its passage: "In the mess that is Washington, it comes to no surprise that the word bipartisanship has become taboo. That is not the case today. I am pleased to have secured two important provisions dealing with family reunification and … Continue Reading
Scott Welcomes Passage of Initial Hurricane Florence Relief Funds
Wednesday | October 3, 2018WASHINGTON-Today, Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement on the passage of initial Hurricane Florence relief funds by the U.S. Senate: "I continue to be amazed by the strength and resiliency shown by the people of our state, and the love and support shown by neighbors and strangers alike during these trying times. As communities in the Pee Dee and on the Grand Strand are still dealing with water in their homes, businesses and neighborhoods, it is critical that Washington … Continue Reading
Senator Scott Statement on Kavanaugh Nomination
Monday | October 1, 2018U.S. Senator Tim Scott released the statement below regarding the nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the United States Supreme Court.
… Continue ReadingScott Statement on U.S. Trade Agreement with Mexico and Canada
Monday | October 1, 2018WASHINGTON-Today, United States Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement on the trilateral trade deal between the United States, Mexico, and Canada:"As I've said in the past, it is important for us to allow the President to have the flexibility and authority to negotiate better trade deals with our allies. I applaud President Trump, Ambassador Lighthizer, Prime Minister Trudeau, President Peña Nieto, and President-elect López Obrador for taking the necessary … Continue Reading
Senate Passes Two Scott Bills in Landmark Opioid Crisis Package
Thursday | September 20, 2018WASHINGTON—Earlier this week, the United States Senate passed a sweeping package of bills to combat the opioid crisis plaguing the United States. Two bills lead by U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) to strengthen family treatment and recovery were included as part of the package:
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Recovering from Hurricane Florence
Monday | September 17, 2018** Dec. 5th is the last day to register for FEMA or Disaster Relief SBA loans ** Returning Home: After the storm: https://www.scdhec.gov/sites/default/files/Library/ML-025204.pdf Boil Water Emergencies: https://www.scdhec.gov/boil-water-emergencies Indoor mold: https://www.scdhec.gov/environment/your-home/indoor-mold Returning home: https://www.scdhec.gov/disaster-preparedness/hurricanes-floods/returning-home Animals and Insects: … Continue Reading
Hurricane Florence Information Resource Sheet
Wednesday | September 12, 2018Hurricane Florence: Information Resource Sheet In life threatening situations, please dial 9-1-1. South Carolina's 24-hour State Emergency Hotline is 1-866-246-0133 - residents can call with any questions about ongoing preparations. For the most up-to-date weather forecasts check the National Hurricane Center website. United Way's 2-1-1 is a free hotline that provides information to individuals seeking community resources like shelter, food and water, recovery support, and other … Continue Reading
Hurricane Florence: Be Prepared
Monday | September 10, 2018Dear fellow South Carolinians,Yesterday, Governor Henry McMaster ordered the mandatory evacuation of South Carolina's entire 187-mile coastline starting at noon on 9/11. Since then, the mandatory evacuations of Jasper, Colleton and Beaufort counties has been rescinded. As of 9/9, at the direction of the Governor, the Palmetto State is under a State of Emergency allowing the S.C. Emergency Management Division and all state agencies to organize resources in preparation for the oncoming … Continue Reading
