Senator Rick Scott is committed to lowering the cost of healthcare for American families, which is why, this week, he filed the Transparent Drug Pricing Act, which promotes transparency in drug pricing and reduces the cost of prescription drugs.
Senator Scott spent the week fighting for critical disaster relief funding for Florida and Puerto Rico following Hurricanes Michael and Maria. As Congress continues to debate this critical funding, Senator Scott remains committed to passing the $13.6 billion disaster relief bill to get funding to those in need as quickly as possible. He also introduced the Disaster Opportunity Zones Act, which would allow governors to nominate areas affected by 2018 hurricanes and California wildfires as opportunity zones to stimulate local economies and encourage private investment for disaster recovery.
Also this week, Senator Scott announced his co-sponsorship of the Supporting and Treating Officers In Crisis Act of 2019 to provide grant funding for law enforcement family-support services and allow grant recipients to use funds to establish suicide-prevention programs and mental health services for law enforcement officers. Senator Scott also announced his sponsorship of the TRACEDAct to end abusive robocalls.
See more of what Senator Scott has been up to this week below.
Senator Rick Scott and Senator Josh Hawley introduced the Transparent Drug Pricing Act, which promotes transparency in drug pricing and reduces the cost of prescription drugs for American consumers. Watch the announcement HERE.
Senator Rick Scott said, “American consumers are facing a crisis of rising drug costs and we can’t wait any longer. I urge every Senator to put themselves in the shoes of a family or a senior living on a fixed income who’s seen their drug costs triple in just a few years. This is about the lives of real people that hang in the balance. Every American should know exactly what their prescriptions cost and it’s unfair that consumers in other countries get a better deal than patients in America. That must change. There is no justification for waiting, we need to address the soaring costs of prescription drugs right now. Drug prices are a serious problem – a problem Washington should have addressed long ago.” Read more HERE.
Senator Rick Scott and Senator Marco Rubio introduced the Disaster Opportunity Zones Act (DOZA), which would allow governors to nominate areas affected by 2018 hurricanes and California wildfires as opportunity zones to stimulate local economies and encourage private investment for disaster recovery.
Senator Rick Scott said, “The Disaster Opportunity Zones Act will make a real and lasting difference for our communities impacted by Hurricane Michael. I’m proud to sponsor this bill to bring new capital investment and more jobs to Florida’s Panhandle as we continue to recover and rebuild following Hurricane Michael. Over my eight years as Governor, I fought every day to make sure every Floridian had the opportunity to live their version of the American Dream. This bill will build on that work and continue to expand economic opportunity for Florida families.” Read more HERE.
Senator Rick Scott announced his co-sponsorship of the Supporting and Treating Officers In Crisis Act of 2019 to provide grant funding for law enforcement family-support services and allow grant recipients to use funds to establish suicide-prevention programs and mental health services for law enforcement officers.
Senator Rick Scott said, “Florida’s decreasing crime rate – now at a 47-year low – is a reminder of the dedication and hard work of Florida’s law enforcement officers. These brave men and women risk their lives to keep our communities safe, and we must always do everything we can to give them the support and resources they need.” Read more HERE.
Senator Rick Scott requested a meeting with Federal Aviation Administration Acting Administrator Daniel Elwell to discuss safety concerns following the recent issues with Boeing 737 MAX Aircraft. As a member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, Senator Scott is committed to safety and will work to ensure the federal government addresses these priorities. Read more HERE.
Sen. Rick Scott Holds Roundtable with Puerto Rican Community Leaders in Orlando
Senator Scott held a roundtable with Puerto Rican community leaders in Orlando to discuss his continued support for Puerto Rico and the $13.6 billion disaster relief bill, which includes funding for Puerto Rico’s recovery from Hurricane Maria.
El senador Rick Scott celebra una mesa redonda con líderes de la comunidad puertorriqueña en Orlando
El senador Rick Scott realizó una mesa redonda hoy con líderes de la comunidad puertorriqueña en Orlando para hablar sobre su continuo apoyo a Puerto Rico y el proyecto de ley de ayuda para desastres de $13.6 mil millones, que incluye fondos para la recuperación de Puerto Rico tras el paso del huracán María.
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