Austin Scott
U.S. Representative · GA-8 · Republican · Chair, Agriculture
Statements and posts
26 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Pick a week or a day to set the dates below. One count per message: copies of one post on X and Bluesky count once, and reposts aren’t counted. Shading is scaled to Scott’s own volume over the last 12 months (a typical active day = 1). May 25, 2026 – Aug 16, 2026.
All 26 statements
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Honoring Former U.S. Representative Charles Hatcher of Georgia
Mr. Speaker, I thank Congressman Bishop for yielding. Charles Hatcher was a good man. He was a good Representative, and my family supported him in his last election. I remember him on the farm with my Uncle Dan Raines and with many of our friends and colleagues. He was good for agriculture. He was…
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Rep. Austin Scott Applauds House Passage of H.R. 8884
Applauded House passage of bill allowing disabled Americans to work without losing benefits.
“The Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act is about helping disabled Americans pursue opportunities without the fear of losing the benefits that help them live with dignity.”
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Rep. Austin Scott on Floor Passage of FY27 NDAA
Praised FY27 NDAA passage strengthening military readiness and defense partnerships.
“America's military must remain the strongest, best-equipped, and most capable fighting force in the world”
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Testified before House committee supporting redesignation of Ocmulgee Mounds as a national park.
“In Georgia's 8th Congressional District, and across the state, the Ocmulgee Mounds are a source of deep pride. Just as the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, and Yellowstone reflect the heritage of their regions, the Ocmulgee River corridor represents one of the most important cultural landscapes in the Southeast.”
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Rep. Austin Scott on HASC Passage of FY27 NDAA
Praised House Armed Services Committee passage of FY27 National Defense Authorization Act.
“The National Defense Authorization Act is the most bi-partisan legislation passed on an annual basis by Congress. It strengthens our commitment to ensuring that the United States maintains the most capable and advanced military in the world. My package of amendments strengthens U.S.”
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Introduced bill to provide federal benefits to ATF agents exposed to toxic chemicals.
“Our law enforcement officers, and their families, sacrifice to keep our communities safe. With the Strengthening Health Outcomes For Federal First Responders Act, we will ensure that federal agents, who contract illnesses while serving and protecting, will become eligible to receive benefits.”
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Led bipartisan letter to USTR urging fair-trade measures for U.S. specialty crop industry.
“America’s growers and producers are the best in the world. Current Mexican trade practices have flooded our markets with products that are held to a lower production standard than those produced here by American farmers.”
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Rep. Austin Scott Applauds Final Passage of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026
Praised House passage of 2026 farm bill modernizing agriculture and trade programs.
“Our country’s farmers and ranchers are currently experiencing years of high input cost, shrinking margins, and uncertainty heading into the growing season. Through House Republicans’ work on H.R.”
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Rep. Austin Scott Announces 2026 Congressional Art Competition
Announced 2026 Congressional Art Competition for high school students in Georgia's 8th district.
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Rep. Austin Scott on Final House Passage of FY26 NDAA
Voted for FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act strengthening U.S. military capabilities.
“The entire state of Georgia plays a key role in implementing President Donald Trump’s strategy of Peace Through Strength”
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Rep. Austin Scott Applauds House Passage of H.R. 6019
Introduced H.R. 6019 to repeal a Senate provision enriching sitting senators.
“Included in the Senate’s version of the continuing resolution to reopen the government was a self-serving provision designed to enrich several sitting United States senators using taxpayer dollars.”
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Rep. Austin Scott Reacts to Democrat-Forced Government Shutdown
Blamed Senate Democrats for government shutdown over political opposition to Trump.
“House Republicans did our job 13 days ago when we passed a clean continuing resolution to keep the government funded. Senate Democrats have made it clear that they are willing to risk the jobs and essential programs of Americans for no reason other than their hatred of President Trump.”
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Rep. Austin Scott on Floor Passage of FY26 NDAA
Voted for FY2026 NDAA to strengthen military and support warfighters.
“The entire state of Georgia plays a key role in implementing President Donald Trump’s strategy of Peace Through Strength”
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Rep. Austin Scott on House Rules Committee Resolution to Responsibly Release Epstein Files
Sponsored House resolution to publicly release documents related to Jeffrey Epstein investigation.
“I was proud to sponsor and support this Resolution which will require the release of credible information, protect whistleblowers and victims of sexual abuse, and finally shine a light on the full details of everyone involved in the despicable acts connected to Jeffrey Epstein.”
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Rep. Austin Scott on HASC Passage of FY26 NDAA
Praised House Armed Services Committee passage of FY2026 defense authorization bill.
“Georgia's military installations play a key role in implementing President Donald Trump’s strategy of Peace Through Strength”
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Rep. Scott Applauds Final Passage of the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act
Supported final passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act with tax relief and farm provisions.
“The House of Representatives just sent the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act to President Trump’s desk with my support. This legislation delivers historic tax relief for workers, middle-class families, farmers, and small businesses.”
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Rep. Austin Scott Applauds House Passage of One Big Beautiful Bill
Applauded House passage of One Big Beautiful Bill including farm price relief and veteran tax credit.
“Early this morning, the House passed One Big Beautiful Bill with my support. This legislation includes the first updated reference prices for our farmers since 2018, which is a huge and overdue relief for the agricultural industry.”
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Rep. Austin Scott Announces 2025 Congressional App Challenge
Announced 2025 Congressional App Challenge for middle and high school students in district.
“Over the years, many talented students in our district have showcased their advanced skills during the Congressional App Challenge, and I look forward to seeing what participants come up with this year”
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Reintroduced bipartisan bill to establish Ocmulgee Mounds as Georgia's first national park.
“Establishing the Ocmulgee Mounds and surrounding areas as Georgia's first National Park and Preserve remains a top bipartisan initiative for all lawmakers and stakeholders involved”
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Rep. Austin Scott Supports Continuing Resolution to Avoid Government Shutdown
Voted for continuing resolution to keep government open and avoid shutdown.
“I supported the continuing resolution to keep our government open today. Our fiscal year starts October 1st, and we need to immediately start the appropriations process for the next fiscal year so we don’t end up in this situation again”
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Rep. Austin Scott Responds to President Trump's Joint Address to Congress
Praised Trump's joint address, highlighting border security and fentanyl enforcement achievements.
“President Trump has delivered on his promise to secure our borders and halt the flow of deadly fentanyl and cartels into our country. His administration is also exposing and eliminating tax dollar abuse. I look forward to continuing to work with the administration to advance national and global security.”
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Rep. Austin Scott Recognizes Congressional App Challenge Winners
U.S. Representative Austin Scott (GA-08) recently announced the Eighth District's 2024 Congressional App Challenge Winners at a ceremony at Houston County High School.
“I am always blown away by the creativity and talent of our young constituents, and I congratulate our App Challenge winners on their amazing accomplishment”
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Rep. Austin Scott Announces 2025 Congressional Art Competition
U.S. Representative Austin Scott (GA-08) today announced that his office is taking submissions for the 2025 Congressional Art Competition.
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U.S. Representative Austin Scott (GA-08) was renamed the Vice Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee and the Chairman of the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit for the 119th Congress.
“I'm honored to continue serving as Vice Chair of the House Agriculture Committee under Chairman GT Thompson's leadership”
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Rep. Austin Scott Celebrates President Trump’s Inauguration
“Congratulations, President Trump! It was an honor to attend his Inauguration today, and I look forward to working with a Commander in Chief who will put America’s economic and national security first.”
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