U.S. Representative David Scott
In 2002, David Scott was elected to the United States Congress. He is currently in his tenth term representing Georgia's Thirteenth Congressional District, which includes 6 counties around metro Atlanta: Cobb, Clayton, Douglas, Fayette, Fulton and Henry. He began his public service by being elected to the Georgia General Assembly in 1974.
In Congress, David Scott is a strong voice for farmers, jobs, healthcare, education, our veterans, our children, and transportation. He serves on the Financial Services Committee, Agriculture Committee, and the NATO Parliamentary Assembly. He has authored several laws including student loan repayment assistance for law students who become public prosecutors and defenders so that top attorneys will be attracted to public service. Congressman Scott secured $80 million in funding in the 2018 Farm Bill for agriculture-focused scholarships at the 19 Historically Black 1890’s Land-Grant Colleges and Universities across the country. He also recognized the importance of Fathers by adding Father’s Day to the U.S. Flag Code as a day of special significance. He bridged political gridlock to achieve National Heritage Area designation for the Arabia Mountain in metro Atlanta.
I believe as Members of Congress, no matter what side of the aisle we are on, we must ensure fairness in the tax system. We must also ensure that middle-class citizens are not left paying more than the wealthiest of Americans. I have supported and will continue to support efforts that bring about real change when necessary to ensure the integrity and fairness of our tax system. I support reform measures taken to make our tax code simpler and fairer, so that all Americans contribute their share.
While I recognize that changes are warranted for our current tax code, tax reform cannot be allowed to benefit the rich at the expense of everyday Americans. It is vital that tax reform encourage economic growth, support working families, broaden the middle class, and address income inequality. I am also focused on a tax code that prioritizes the interests of small businesses, which remain vital to the health of our local economies. Reform must produce a fair and sound tax code for all Americans, ensuring that wealthy individuals and corporations pay their fair share while preserving our long-term economic security in a fiscally responsible way that promotes jobs in the United States.
Throughout my time in Congress, I have consistently championed legislation that provides tax relief for hardworking Americans across the country. I have supported many recent legislative efforts that have recognized the importance of supporting a vibrant middle-class, including: H.R. 1398, the Health Insurance Tax Relief Act of 2019 and H.R. 3620, the Strategy and Investment in Rural Housing Preservation Act of 2019. These bills would seek to empower everyday Americans to reach their financial goals by stripping away unnecessary tax burdens.
I am a strong supporter of using tax incentives to promote ideas of national importance. I am a proud cosponsor of H.R. 3961, the Renewable Energy Extension Act of 2019 and H.R. 2089, the Biodiesel Tax Credit Extension Act of 2019. These pieces of legislation would seek to provide tax credits for the use of renewable and sustainable fuel sources, supporting citizens who are taking the necessary steps to increase America’s standing as a global leader in clean energy.
Our tax code must always benefit the many and not just the few. Congress must work together to pass common-sense legislation that strengthens the national economy without hurting the pockets of middle-class Americans. I believe that our tax code is at its best when it not only works to benefit the majority of Americans, but also helps to incentivize goals that align with our national interests. Please be assured, I will continue to work toward this end and please do not hesitate to get in touch with my office with any further concerns in the near future.