Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]

Protect American Gun Exporters Act

United States · United States Congress · 14 December 2023

A resolution congratulating the Florida State University Seminoles for winning the 2023 Atlantic Coast Conference Football Championship.

United States · United States Congress · 14 December 2023

This resolution congratulates Florida State University for winning the 2023 Atlantic Coast Conference Football Championship.

Military Personnel Confirmation Restoration Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 14 December 2023

Military Personnel Confirmation Restoration Act of 2023 This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to provide certain relief to individuals whose promotions to a grade or rank in the Armed Forces of O-7 or higher were delayed by the Senate. Specifically, the bill applies to those individuals who were confirmed between December 5, 2023, and December 31, 2023. The bill requires DOD to provide pay and benefits associated with the appointment retroactive to the later of (1) the date that is 30 days after the date on which the nomination was placed on the Executive Calendar of the Senate, or (2) the date on which the individual would have been appointed but for the suspension of Senate confirmation of appointments. 

Tyler’s Law

United States · United States Congress · 14 December 2023

Iran SDR Exchange Prohibition Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 14 December 2023

Iran SDR Exchange Prohibition Act of 2023 This bill prohibits the Department of the Treasury from engaging in transactions involving Special Drawing Rights (SDR) issued by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and held by Iran. (The SDR is an international reserve asset maintained by the IMF based on contributions from IMF member countries. SDRs may be exchanged between member countries and may also be exchanged for currencies.) Treasury must (1) vigorously advocate that each member of the IMF prohibit transactions of SDRs held by Iran, and (2) direct U.S. representatives to the IMF to use the voice and vote of the United States to oppose any SDR allocation to Iran.

ATF Accountability Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 14 December 2023

A resolution to express the sense of the Senate that the slogan "From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free" and its derivations are antisemitic and a call for genocide and the destruction of the Jewish state.

United States · United States Congress · 13 December 2023

This resolution expresses the sense that the slogan from the river to the sea, Palestine will be free and its derivations are anti-Semitic and a call for genocide and destruction of the Jewish state.

Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act

United States · United States Congress · 13 December 2023

Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act This bill prohibits a credit reporting agency from providing a consumer's credit report to a third party in connection with a residential mortgage transaction unless (1) the third party provides documentation certifying that it has the consumer's consent; or (2) the third party has originated the mortgage, is the current loan servicer, or has a current specified banking relationship with the consumer.

Protecting American Advanced Manufacturing Act

United States · United States Congress · 13 December 2023

Protecting American Advanced Manufacturing Act This bill prohibits companies associated with governments of foreign adversaries from receiving the advanced manufacturing production tax credit. This includes companies that are owned, controlled by, operated by, or under the influence of a foreign adversary, any company whose equity interests are held by a foreign adversary (not less than 10%), or any company that is controlled by a foreign adversary through certain debt, lease, or manufacturing arrangements.

Trusted Foreign Auditing Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 13 December 2023

Trusted Foreign Auditing Act of 2023 This bill expands a securities trading prohibition currently applicable to companies that use a foreign public accounting firm not subject to inspections by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board.  Under the bill, a company’s securities are prohibited from trade on a national securities exchange or through any other method regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission if a company that is headquartered in a country of concern retains a compromised auditor to prepare an audit report. The bill defines a country of concern as North Korea, China, Russia, Iran, or a country identified as a threat to U.S. security in an annual report by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence. The bill defines a compromised auditor as an independent branch or office of a registered public accounting firm that is subject to the jurisdiction and laws of a country of concern, is controlled or influenced by a country of concern, or has entered into a particular type of relationship with a country of concern. Further, board hearings to investigate and discipline registered public accounting firms must be public if a compromised auditor is a party to the hearing.

Increasing Access to Quality Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 13 December 2023

Increasing Access to Quality Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Act of 2023 This bill expands certain changes that are scheduled to take effect relating to the coverage of cardiac, intensive cardiac, and pulmonary rehabilitation programs under Medicare. Currently, such programs require physician supervision. Effective January 1, 2024, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and clinical nurse specialists may also supervise these programs. The bill allows these practitioners to administer programs in their offices, prepare and sign treatment plans, and prescribe exercise.

American Investment Accountability Act

United States · United States Congress · 12 December 2023

American Investment Accountability Act This bill requires periodic reporting on U.S. business and investment activity in countries of concern (i.e., China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, and Venezuela) and with covered entities. Under the bill, a covered entity (1) is an entity headquartered in, is subject to the jurisdiction of, or is owned or controlled by a country of concern; (2) is partially or wholly owned by a sanctioned entity; (3) has a subsidiary or parent organization headquartered in, or is subject to the jurisdiction of, a country of concern; or (4) has a specified interest in a sanctioned entity. The Department of Commerce must report on the value of direct investments by U.S. persons in countries of concern and in covered entities, disaggregated by sector and state of origin, and accounting for investment occurring offshore. Commerce must also report on the number of large direct investments by U.S. persons in countries of concern. The Department of the Treasury must report on the value of portfolio investments by U.S. persons in countries of concern and in covered entities, disaggregated by sector and state of origin, and accounting for investment occurring offshore. Treasury must also report on the number of large portfolio investments by U.S. persons in countries of concern and the value of U.S. portfolio investments in IPOs of covered entities. The Securities and Exchange Commission must report on relationships (e.g. joint ventures, mergers, acquisitions, or investments) U.S. businesses have with countries of concern and covered entities.

Iran China Accountability Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 11 December 2023

Iran China Accountability Act of 2023 This bill prohibits the obligation or expenditure of federal funds to enter any negotiation with Iran regarding an Iranian nuclear agreement until (1) Iran has terminated agreements involving receiving funds from China; (2) Iran has terminated all military or security partnership agreements with China; (3) China has ceased to incarcerate Uyghur individuals in concentration camps; (4) Iran has terminated all ties and transfers of cash to proxy forces, including Hamas; and (5) Iran has verified the destruction of any and all chemical weapons and related materials. Additionally, any nuclear agreement with Iran is deemed a treaty and is subject to advice and consent by the Senate.

No Taxpayer Dollars for Communist China COVID Tests Act

United States · United States Congress · 7 December 2023

No Taxpayer Dollars for Communist China COVID Tests Act This bill prohibits the use of federal funds to procure at-home COVID-19 tests that are imported from or manufactured (in whole or in part) in China or that are manufactured by any subsidiary of a Chinese company.

A resolution honoring the life of the First Lady Rosalynn Carter.

United States · United States Congress · 7 December 2023

This resolution mourns the passing of First Lady Rosalynn Carter, extends sympathies to her husband and family, and honors her contributions to the United States.

Military Personnel Confirmation Restoration Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 7 December 2023

Protecting Education from Malign Foreign Influence Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 7 December 2023

Fans First Act

United States · United States Congress · 7 December 2023

A resolution remembering the December 6, 2019, terrorist attack at Naval Air Station Pensacola and commemorating those who lost their lives, and those who were injured, in the line of duty.

United States · United States Congress · 6 December 2023

This resolution condemns the December 6, 2019, terrorist attack at Naval Air Station Pensacola and commemorates the service members and civilians who lost their lives or were injured in the attack. Additionally, the resolution remembers Ensign Joshua Kaleb Watson, Petty Officer Third Class Mohammed Sameh Haitham, and Petty Officer Third Class Cameron Scott Walters, who were killed in the attack. Finally, the resolution commends (1) the decision to give medals and awards to the law enforcement officers, uniformed service members, and civilians who responded to the attack; and (2) the efforts undertaken by the Department of Defense to enhance security at military installations.

Ban C-FOOD Act

United States · United States Congress · 6 December 2023

Countering Corrupt Political (CCP) Influence Act

United States · United States Congress · 5 December 2023

A resolution commending Maria Corina Machado as Venezuela's legitimate presidential opposition candidate.

United States · United States Congress · 5 December 2023

This resolution commends Maria Corina Machado as the official presidential opposition candidate in Venezuela. The resolution also (1) condemns efforts by the regime to prevent Maria Corina Machado from participating in Venezuela's 2024 presidential election, (2) rejects the regime’s efforts to carry out fraudulent presidential elections, (3) demands the regime permit reputable election observers to observe the election, and (4) urges the President to strengthen and reimpose sanctions because certain negotiated conditions have not been met.

REWARD Experience Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 30 November 2023

COLLEGE Act

United States · United States Congress · 29 November 2023

Changing Our Learning, Loans, Endowments, and Graduation Expectations Act or the COLLEGE Act This bill requires institutions of higher education (IHEs) to provide cost-match awards to enrolled students based on the size of the IHE's endowment fund, makes IHEs responsible for a percentage of the student loan balance of students who are in default, and establishes related reporting requirements. Specifically, the bill requires an IHE that has an endowment fund that is greater than $1 billion to pay the covered percentage of the cost of attendance for each full-time student enrolled at the IHE. Additionally, the bill requires an IHE to remit to the Department of Education (ED) an annually increasing percentage of the loan balance of students who are in default. The bill also establishes certain reporting requirements, including by requiring IHEs and ED to report certain metrics related to student debt and academic programs.

DETERRENT Act

United States · United States Congress · 29 November 2023

Defending Education Transparency and Ending Rogue Regimes Engaging in Nefarious Transactions Act or the DETERRENT Act This bill expands oversight and disclosure requirements related to foreign sources and institutions of higher education (IHEs). Specifically, the bill requires an IHE to annually disclose to the Department of Education (ED) any year in which the IHE receives a gift from a foreign country of concern (e.g., China or Russia) or foreign entity of concern of any dollar amount; receives a gift or contract from a foreign source (other than a foreign country of concern or foreign entity of concern) that is valued at $50,000 or more, considered alone or in combination with all other gifts or contracts within a calendar year (current disclosure threshold is $250,000 or more), or which has an undetermined monetary value; enters into a contract with a foreign country of concern or foreign entity of concern after receiving a waiver for such contract; or is substantially controlled by a foreign source. Additionally, the bill prohibits IHEs from entering into contracts with a foreign country of concern or with a foreign entity of concern without obtaining a waiver, requires certain IHEs to disclose gifts or contracts between covered individuals (e.g., researchers) and foreign sources, and requires private IHEs with specified assets or investments to file annual investment disclosure reports. The bill requires ED to investigate possible violations of this bill and outlines the various penalties for each violation.

Black Vulture Relief Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 29 November 2023

Black Vulture Relief Act of 2023 This bill allows livestock producers and their employees to take certain actions against black vultures to protect livestock. (Black vultures are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act.) Specifically, livestock producers and their employees may (1) take (i.e., capture, kill, or disperse, or transport the carcass of) a black vulture that they reasonably believe will cause death, injury, or destruction to livestock; or (2) in the course of taking or attempting to take the black vulture, cause injury to the bird. However, they may not take or attempt to take a black vulture through the use of poison. Livestock producers and their employees must submit an annual report to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) on black vultures taken under this bill. The FWS must make this reporting form available on its website. Currently, the FWS has a permit process under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act for the taking of black vultures.

Venezuela Defense of Human Rights and Civil Society Reauthorization Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 29 November 2023

Venezuela Defense of Human Rights and Civil Society Reauthorization Act of 2023 This bill extends through 2025 authorizations for certain sanctions related to Venezuela. These include (1) sanctions against persons committing violence and human rights violations in Venezuela, (2) sanctions against persons acting on behalf of Russia supporting Venezuelan security forces, (3) restrictions on export of defense articles and services to Venezuela, and (4) restrictions on visas to senior Venezuelan officials.

A resolution expressing support for the goals of National Adoption Day and National Adoption Month by promoting national awareness of adoption and the children awaiting families, celebrating children and families involved in adoption, and encouraging the people of the United States to secure safety, permanency, and well-being for all children.

United States · United States Congress · 16 November 2023

This resolution expresses support for National Adoption Month and National Adoption Day and encourages people to consider adoption.

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Labor Relations Board relating to a "Standard for Determining Joint Employer Status".

United States · United States Congress · 9 November 2023

This joint resolution nullifies the final rule issued by the National Labor Relations Board titled Standard for Determining Joint Employer Status and published on October 27, 2023. The rule establishes a new joint employer standard for determining whether two employers simultaneously employ a particular employee or employees. Under the rule, an entity may be considered a joint employer of another employer's employees if the two share or codetermine the employees' essential terms and conditions of employment. The rule is currently scheduled to take effect on February 26, 2024.   

Disclosing Investments in Foreign Adversaries Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 9 November 2023

Disclosing Investments in Foreign Adversaries Act of 2023  This bill requires private fund investment advisers registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to annually disclose the total assets of a private fund in countries of concern (i.e., North Korea, China, Russia, and Iran). The SEC must determine whether an asset is in a country of concern for purposes of this bill based on (1) the amount of capital invested in an entity that has a physical presence or employees in that country, or has a plurality of sales from that country; and (2) the proportion of that entity’s total assets and liabilities located in that country. The SEC must publish a report annually containing a list of investment advisers with private fund assets located in a country of concern. Further, issuers of securities must report information to the SEC regarding certain large securities transactions that are exempt from registration. This information includes the issuer’s identity, associations with entities in countries of concern, details of the transaction, the beneficial owners of the issuers, and intended use of the proceeds of the transaction. The SEC must publish a report quarterly on transactions that involve a country of concern. 

Chinese CBDC Prohibition Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 8 November 2023

Chinese CBDC Prohibition Act of 2023 This bill prohibits money services businesses (e.g., currency exchange providers or money order issuers) from engaging in transactions involving a central bank digital currency issued by China. Central bank digital currencies are digital currencies issued by a government-backed central bank.

End Iranian Terrorism Act of 2024

United States · United States Congress · 7 November 2023

End Iranian Terrorism Act of 2023 This bill requires the President to identify and impose sanctions on each foreign entity, including Chinese entities, determined to meet criteria for sanctions under certain current laws and executive orders. The Department of State must submit a strategy and provide a briefing to Congress on the role of China in evasion of sanctions with respect to Iranian-origin petroleum products.

A resolution recognizing the importance of the economic relationship between the United States and Israel and affirming that trade facilitated by the United States-Israel Free Trade Agreement is a tool to support the economy of Israel during the conflict with Hamas.

United States · United States Congress · 2 November 2023

This resolution recognizes that the economic relationship between the United States and Israel is strong and has benefitted both countries and the peoples of both countries. It also expresses support for the people of Israel and the economy of Israel in the face of Hamas' attacks against Israel. Additionally, the resolution affirms that (1) the United States-Israel Free Trade Agreement set the stage for robust growth in trade and investment between the United States and Israel, and (2) the agreement can serve as a tool for supporting the economy of Israel during the conflict with Hamas.

Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024

United States · United States Congress · 2 November 2023

Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024 This bill provides FY2024 supplemental appropriations to the Department of Defense (DOD) and the Department of State for activities to respond to the attacks in Israel. The bill designates the funding as emergency spending, which is exempt from discretionary spending limits. The bill provides appropriations to DOD for Operation and Maintenance; Procurement; and Research, Development, Test and Evaluation. The funding is provided for purposes such as replacing defense articles that were provided to Israel, reimbursing DOD for defense services and training provided to Israel, procuring Israel's Iron Dome and David's Sling defense systems, and developing Israel's Iron Beam defense system. The bill provides appropriations to the State Department for Diplomatic Programs, including Worldwide Security Protection; Emergencies in the Diplomatic and Consular Service; and the Foreign Military Financing Program. In addition, the bill includes provisions that expand the authorities of the President to transfer defense articles and services from DOD to Israel. Finally, the bill rescinds specified unobligated funds that were provided for activities of the Internal Revenue Service.

Michel O. Maceda Memorial Act

United States · United States Congress · 1 November 2023

Michel O. Maceda Memorial Act This bill designates the Air and Marine Operations Marine Unit of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection located at 101 Km 18.5 in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico, as the Michel O. Maceda Marine Unit .

Iranian Sanctions Enforcement Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 1 November 2023

Iranian Sanctions Enforcement Act of 2023 This bill establishes an Iran Sanctions Enforcement Fund to pay expenses relating to seizures and forfeitures of Iranian property and provides statutory authority for the Export Enforcement Coordination Center, which is in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and investigates and prosecutes violations of U.S. export control laws. Specifically, the Iran Sanctions Enforcement Fund may be used to pay (1) investigative costs incurred by a law enforcement agency of DHS or the Department of Justice; (2) expenses related to detention, security, or disposal of seized property; or (3) the costs of contracting associated with the seizure or forfeiture of Iranian property.

Terrorist Inadmissibility Codification Act

United States · United States Congress · 1 November 2023

Standing Against Houthi Aggression Act

United States · United States Congress · 1 November 2023

Israel Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 30 October 2023

Israel Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2023 This bill provides FY2024 supplemental appropriations to the Department of Defense (DOD) and the Department of State for assistance to Israel. The bill designates the funding as emergency spending, which is exempt from discretionary spending limits. The bill provides appropriations to DOD for Operation and Maintenance; Procurement; and Research, Development, Test and Evaluation. The funding is provided for purposes such as replacing defense articles that were provided to Israel; reimbursing DOD for defense services and training provided to Israel; the procurement of Israel's Iron Dome and David's Sling defense systems; Defense Production Act purchases; and the development of Israel's Iron Beam defense system. The bill provides appropriations to the State Department for Diplomatic Programs, including Worldwide Security Protection; Emergencies in the Diplomatic and Consular Service; and the Foreign Military Financing Program. In addition, the bill includes several provisions that expand the authorities of the President to transfer defense articles and services from DOD to Israel. Finally, the bill specifies that the funds provided by this bill may not be used (1) in connection with the war in Ukraine; or (2) for assistance to any entity that is located in the territory of Gaza or is controlled or influenced by Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, or any other organization that the State Department has designated as a foreign terrorist organization.

Antisemitism Awareness Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 26 October 2023

Antisemitism Awareness Act of 2023 This bill provides statutory authority for the requirement that the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights take into consideration the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's (IHRA's) working definition of antisemitism when reviewing or investigating complaints of discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in programs or activities that receive federal financial assistance. According to the IHRA's working definition, antisemitism is a certain perception of Jews, which may be expressed as hatred toward Jews.

IMF Accountability Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 26 October 2023

IMF Accountability Act of 2023 This bill imposes requirements on U.S. representatives to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) with regard to certain issues involving China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, Nicaragua, or Afghanistan while under Taliban control. The President or any U.S. representative to the IMF may not vote to allocate Special Drawing Rights (SDR) to any of these countries unless Congress authorizes such a vote. (The SDR is an international reserve asset maintained by the IMF based on contributions from IMF member countries. SDRs may be exchanged between member countries and may also be exchanged for currencies.) The bill also requires the Department of the Treasury to direct U.S. representatives to the IMF to oppose any proposal that (1) increases the IMF quota of any of these countries, or (2) modifies certain policies if the modification would allow the IMF to provide funding to any of these countries. (A country's quota determines, among other things, that country's voting power in IMF decisions and access to IMF financing.)

PANA Act of 2023

United States · United States Congress · 26 October 2023

A resolution commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Monroe Doctrine.

United States · United States Congress · 26 October 2023

This resolution commemorates the 200th anniversary of the promulgation of the Monroe Doctrine. Specifically, it reasserts the rights and interests of the United States, in accordance with the Monroe Doctrine, to oppose foreign powers extending malign influence in the Western Hemisphere. The resolution also recognizes the principles of freedom and independence in the Western Hemisphere enshrined in the Monroe Doctrine.

A resolution recognizing the week of October 30 through November 4, 2023, as "National Veterans Small Business Week".

United States · United States Congress · 26 October 2023

This resolution recognizes National Veterans Small Business Week.

A resolution congratulating Coco Gauff for her inspiring victory at this year's US Open Tennis Championships.

United States · United States Congress · 26 October 2023

This resolution congratulates Coco Gauff for winning the 2023 U.S. Open Tennis Championships women's singles title.

A resolution recognizing the month of October 2023 as "National Women's Small Business Month".

United States · United States Congress · 25 October 2023

This resolution recognizes October 2023 as National Women's Small Business Month, honoring the role of women small business owners and entrepreneurs and encouraging the support and creation of women-owned small businesses.

A concurrent resolution expressing support for the Geneva Consensus Declaration on Promoting Women's Health and Strengthening the Family and urging that the United States rejoin this historic declaration.

United States · United States Congress · 24 October 2023

This concurrent resolution affirms the commitments in the Geneva Consensus Declaration on Promoting Women's Health and Strengthening the Family and applauds the signatory countries for their dedication to advancing women's health, protecting life at every stage while affirming that there is no international right to abortion, and upholding the importance of the family as foundational to society. The resolution calls on President Biden to once again add the United States as a signatory to the Geneva Consensus Declaration.

ABC Act

United States · United States Congress · 24 October 2023

A resolution designating November 4, 2023, as "National Bison Day".

United States · United States Congress · 24 October 2023

This resolution designates November 4, 2023, as National Bison Day.

A resolution condemning Hamas and antisemitic student activities on college campuses in the United States.

United States · United States Congress · 19 October 2023

This resolution condemns the terrorist attacks by Hamas and denounces the rhetoric of anti-Israel, pro-Hamas student groups. It also acknowledges that Israel has the right to exist and defend itself and encourages the U.S. government to fully support Israel and these rights.