Press Releases
Scott, Portman, Isakson Urge USTR to Tailor China Tariffs to Help American Manufacturing
Thursday | August 1, 2019WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-SC), Rob Portman (R-OH), and Johnny Isakson (R-GA) sent a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer today urging him to remove proposed tariffs on 96 products because of the harmful impact it will have on U.S. importers, manufacturing, and the economy. These same tariffs were removed from the list during the last supplemental trade action proposed by the administration.
Photo Release: Scott, Stabenow, National Hockey League Announce Willie O’Ree Congressional Gold Medal Act
Thursday | July 25, 2019WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-SC) and Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) today announced their bipartisan legislation to award the Congressional Gold Medal to Willie O’Ree, the first black player to compete in the National Hockey League. Known as the “Jackie Robinson of Hockey,” O’Ree played 21 years of professional hockey including for an Original Six franchise, the Boston Bruins. The Senators are leading efforts to award the Congressional Gold Medal to O’Ree to recognize his lifetime of contributions to the sport of hockey and to our nation.
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Scott Introduces HEROES Act to Help Place Veterans in America’s Schools
Thursday | July 25, 2019WASHINGTON-U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement after introducing his Heroes Entering Roles of Education Service Act (HEROES Act). "Our nation's veterans possess a unique set of skills that make them ideal candidates for a wide array of careers after their service," said Senator Scott. "It is absolutely critical that we work to make their transition back to civilian life as smooth as possible. With that in mind, I am proud to introduce the HEROES Act to encourage … Continue Reading
Scott Statement on the Mueller Hearing
Wednesday | July 24, 2019WASHINGTON-U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement on the Robert Mueller Hearings in the House Judiciary and Intelligence Committees: "The continuation of this drawn out saga has finally come to a close. No new information has come out of this unnecessary interrogation and we are all left with the same conclusion we had months ago - no collusion. I sincerely hope we can now close this chapter in American history and build on the good work we've done in the past two and … Continue Reading
Sen. Scott Votes to Support 9/11 First Responders
Tuesday | July 23, 2019WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) voted for legislation (HR 1327) that supports 9/11 survivors and first responders by authorizing them to receive full benefits by reauthorizing and permanently funding the 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund. The measure passed the United States Senate with a vote of 97 to 2."We are forever grateful for the first responders who willingly rushed to save lives that had been shaken by the heinous attacks on American soil," Senator Scott said. … Continue Reading
Scott Statement on Confirmation of New Defense Secretary
Tuesday | July 23, 2019WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the statement below following his vote to confirm Dr. Mark Esper as Secretary of Defense. Esper's confirmation passed the Senate by a vote of 90-8."In an ever-dangerous world, it is critical that we have an experienced, thoughtful and decisive Secretary of Defense," Scott said. "Dr. Mark Esper has served our nation admirably in the military, as well as the executive and legislative branches, and I know he will continue to do so in his new … Continue Reading
Senators Tim Scott and Doug Jones Urge USDA to Immediately Implement Heirs’ Property Provisions Secured in 2018 Farm Bill
Thursday | July 18, 2019WASHINGTON - In a letter to Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue, Senators Tim Scott (R-SC) and Doug Jones (D-AL) are urging the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to immediately implement provisions in the 2018 Farm Bill that would benefit owners of heirs' property. Heirs' property is land that has been informally passed down within families, often for several generations, and can often lead to legal complications and prevent landowners from qualifying for federal assistance. The letter … Continue Reading
Scott Introduces bipartisan CO ALERTS Act to Safeguard American Families from Carbon Monoxide
Thursday | July 18, 2019WASHINGTON—Today, Senators Tim Scott (R-SC) and Robert Menendez (D-NJ) introduced the Carbon Monoxide Alarms Leading Every Resident to Safety Act (CO ALERTS Act), a bipartisan bill, to ensure that the highly vulnerable 1.3 million Americans in public and rural housing are protected from this silent killer. Secretary Carson has made this a priority issue and supports legislative efforts to install carbon monoxide alarms in public housing.
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Tuesday | July 16, 2019WASHINGTON - This morning, U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-SC) and Chris Coons (D-DE) introduced the Promoting Robust Opportunities for Minority Institutions and Strengthening Entrepreneurship (PROMISE) Act. This legislation would require the Small Business Administration to produce an annual public report detailing its relationship with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU's), strengthening the relationship between the two organizations. "Investing in our students at HBCU's is an … Continue Reading
Scott joins bipartisan, bicameral legislation to support investment in US manufacturing
Tuesday | July 16, 2019WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Chris Coons (D-Del.), and Cory Gardner (R-Colo.) introduced legislation to increase investment in American small manufacturers. The Strengthening Investment to Grow Manufacturing in America (SIGMA) Act would support American manufacturers through increasing affordable loans, incentivizing operation growth, and expanding financial resources and education assistance to small manufacturers. A companion bill in the House was introduced by U.S. … Continue Reading
Senator Scott Accepting Applications for Fall 2019 Internships
Friday | July 12, 2019U.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 fall 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 professionals. … Continue Reading
Senators Scott, Schatz aim to Preserve and Protect Flood-Prone Communities across America
Thursday | July 11, 2019WASHINGTON—U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-SC) and Brian Schatz (D-HI) have introduced S.2088, the Repeatedly Flooded Communities Preparation Act, which aims to ensure stronger protections for flood-prone communities.
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Thursday | June 27, 2019WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-SC) and Joe Manchin (D-WV) introduced the Student Loan Disclosure Modernization Act, which seeks to increase transparency for those looking to acquire student loans on a federal level. The goal is to provide applicants with a clear and succinct disclosure form to avoid leading prospective borrowers astray. The disclosure form, which clearly outlines the costs and terms of potential loans, strives to empower loan applicants to be responsible borrowers.
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Thursday | June 27, 2019WASHINGTON—Today, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the following statement upon the final passage of the FY 2020 National Defense Authorization Act:
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Wednesday | June 26, 2019WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) released the statement below following this afternoon’s bipartisan vote in the U.S. Senate on $4.5 billion in emergency supplemental funding to provide humanitarian aid, including shelter, food and medical care, at the border. The bill passed the Senate by a vote of 84-8.
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Wednesday | June 26, 2019COLUMBIA, S.C. - U.S. Senator Tim Scott's (R-SC) 2019 Military Academy Nomination Application is now open. The Office of Sen. Scott will be accepting applications through Friday, October 18th, 2019 at 5:00 PM. Candidates interested in attending one of the four service academies - U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Air Force Academy, or U.S. Merchant Marine Academy - may submit applications and other necessary documents. "I am thankful for those that desire to serve our country," … Continue Reading
Scott, Cardin Introduce PAID Act
Wednesday | June 26, 2019WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senators Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Ben Cardin (D-M.D.) introduced the Provide Accurate Information Directly (PAID) Act to allow the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to provide information directly to non-health insurers when settling overlapping claims of Medicare Advantage (MA) insurers. Non-health insurers include liability, workers compensation, and no fault (auto) insurers, as well as self-insured entities such as large retailers, grocers and supermarket chains, the hospitality industry, and many others.
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Tuesday | June 25, 2019WASHINGTON-Today, Senators Tim Scott (R-SC) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) reintroduced the Integration of Baseball Commemoration Act, authorizing the United States Mint to produce a coin honoring the 75th anniversary of the integration of Major League Baseball (MLB)."Throughout modern history, many Americans have turned to our national pastime to celebrate the ideals that define us as a people: hard work, perseverance, and a fierce determination to succeed," said Senator Scott. "I am honored to pay … Continue Reading
SCOTT, KAINE, LANKFORD, TESTER INTRODUCE BILL TO PROTECT FEDERAL STUDENT AID FOR GOLD STAR FAMILIES
Thursday | June 13, 2019WASHINGTON–Today, U.S. Senator Tim Scott (R-SC), a member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, and Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA), James Lankford (R-OK), and Jon Tester (D-MT) reintroduced the Protecting our Gold Star Families’ Education Act, legislation that would expand the Pell Grant program to include the children and dependents of those killed in action in Iraq or Afghanistan after September 11, 2001 to offset their educational expenses.
Scott, Manchin Introduce Legislation to Expand Credit Access
Thursday | June 13, 2019WASHINGTON—Today, Senators Tim Scott (R-SC) and Joe Manchin (D-WV) reintroduced the Credit Access and Inclusion Act to expand access to credit for over 26 million Americans.
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