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Sen. Rick Scott to Pres. Trump: Urge Prince Charles to Cut Ties with Cuba
Senator Rick Scott released the following statement ahead of President Trump’s planned meeting with Prince Charles in the UK next month.
Senator Rick Scott said, “Prince Charles’ recent trip to Cuba is in direct conflict with Prime Minister May’s recognition of Juan Guaidó as the legitimate leader of Venezuela. The UK cannot support freedom in Venezuela while at the same time supporting Cuba - the most powerful force propping up Nicolas Maduro as he starves and kills his own people. I’m calling on European nations to unite against dictators and cut off ties with Cuba. President Trump should ask Prince Charles to end his support for Cuba and join the United States in the fight for freedom.” Read more HERE.
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El senador Rick Scott al presidente Trump: Urge al príncipe Carlos a cortar lazos con Cuba
El senador Rick Scott hizo la siguiente declaración en reacción a la reunión planeada entre el presidente Trump y el príncipe Carlos en el Reino Unido el próximo mes.
El senador Rick Scott dijo: "El reciente viaje del príncipe Carlos a Cuba está en conflicto con el reconocimiento de la primera ministra May de Juan Guaidó como el legítimo líder de Venezuela. El Reino Unido no puede apoyar la libertad en Venezuela y al mismo tiempo apoyar a Cuba, la fuerza más poderosa que sostiene a Nicolás Maduro mientras no alimenta y mata a su propia gente. Hago un llamado a las naciones europeas para que se unan en contra de los dictadores y corten los lazos con Cuba. El presidente Trump debería pedirle al príncipe Carlos que ponga fin a su apoyo a Cuba y se una a los Estados Unidos en la lucha por la libertad". Lea más AQUÍ.
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Sen. Rick Scott to USAID: Thank You for Helping the People of Venezuela
Senator Rick Scott sent a letter to U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Mark Green to thank the agency for its ongoing work in response to the crisis in Venezuela. Senator Scott traveled to the Colombia-Venezuela border last month, where he visited the USAID-supported Divine Providence food kitchen in Cúcuta and met with government officials on how the United States can continue to support freedom throughout Latin America. Read more, including the full letter, HERE.
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Sen. Rick Scott Receives Commitment from President Trump on Everglades Funding
Senator Rick Scott received a letter from the Trump Administration’s Office of Management and Budget Acting Director Russell Vought affirming their commitment to fight for $200 million in construction funding for the South Florida Ecosystem Restoration (SFER) in the budget. This commitment follows a letter Senator Rick Scott, Senator Marco Rubio and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis sent in February urging President Trump to include the funding in his budget request to Congress.
Senator Rick Scott said, “I was the first Governor to put state funding towards fixing the dike at Lake Okeechobee. I’ve consistently fought for the federal government to match the state’s investment. I applaud President Trump for working with the Florida delegation to commit to fight for $200 million in federal funding for Everglades restoration projects this year. Everglades restoration is critically important to the State of Florida and enjoys broad bipartisan support in Congress. I applaud the Administration’s commitment to protecting Florida’s natural treasures for generations to come.” Read more, including the full letter, HERE.
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Sen. Rick Scott Bill to Stop Funds to Maduro Added to NDAA, Passed out of Armed Services Committee
Senator Rick Scott released the following statement after the Senate Armed Services Committee passed the fiscal year 2020 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes Senator Scott’s amendment to cut off funds to the Maduro regime. The NDAA also provides $1.4 billion to rebuild Tyndall Air Force Base, and includes $750 billion in defense spending and a 3.1% pay raise for military members – components of Senator Scott’s Fighting for Florida budget agenda.
Senator Rick Scott said, “Our military provides not only for the safety of our country, but also leads in supporting our allies and protecting freedom across the globe. I fought for $750 billion to fund our military this year, funding to rebuild Tyndall Air Force Base, and a pay raise for military members in my Fighting for Florida budget agenda, and I’m glad to see my colleagues agree.
“Right here in our hemisphere, we are seeing genocide at the hands of Nicolás Maduro – who continues to starve his own people. We cannot allow this to continue. Last month, I introduced the Venezuelan Contracting Restriction Act to prohibit the Department of Defense from doing business with anyone that supports the oppressive Maduro regime. I signed similar legislation into law as Governor of Florida, and I’m glad my colleagues in the Senate joined me in supporting this amendment by adding it to this year’s NDAA. We must continue to stand against the evils of the Maduro regime. I look forward to consideration by the full Senate.” Read more HERE.
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Enmienda del senador Rick Scott para detener fondos a Maduro es agregada al NDAA, y aprobada por el Comité de Servicios Armados
El senador Rick Scott hizo la siguiente declaración luego de que el Comité de Servicios Armados del Senado aprobara la Ley de Autorización de Defensa Nacional (NDAA) del año fiscal 2020, que incluye la enmienda del senador Scott para cortar fondos al régimen de Maduro.
El senador Rick Scott dijo: “Aquí mismo, en nuestro hemisferio, estamos presenciando un genocidio a manos de Nicolás Maduro, quien continúa permitiendo que su propio pueblo muera de hambre. No podemos permitir que esto continúe. El mes pasado, introduje la Ley de Restricción de Contratación Venezolana para prohibir que el Departamento de Defensa haga negocios con cualquier entidad que apoye al opresivo régimen de Maduro. Firmé una legislación similar como gobernador de la Florida y me alegra que mis colegas en el Senado se unieran a mí para apoyar esta enmienda agregándola al NDAA de este año fiscal. Debemos seguir oponiéndonos a la maldad del régimen de Maduro. Espero que el proyecto sea considerado por el Senado en pleno". Lea más AQUÍ.
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Sen. Rick Scott’s Bill to End Abusive Robocalls Passes Senate
Senator Rick Scott applauded the Senate’s passage of the Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence (TRACED) Act to combat abusive robocalls. This legislation was co-sponsored by Senator Scott.
Senator Rick Scott said, “I’m proud to co-sponsor the TRACED Act to protect Floridians, especially our seniors, from abusive robocalls, and I’m glad the Senate approved this bill today. It’s a concern I constantly hear from Floridians across the state. People are being inundated with abusive and potentially fraudulent robocalls. This bill takes real steps to end the practice and protect Floridians.” Read more HERE.
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Sen. Rick Scott: Huge Wins for Florida in Disaster Funding Bill
Senator Rick Scott released the following statement after the Senate passed the $19.1 billion disaster relief package. The final package includes funding for the Florida Panhandle following the devastation from Hurricane Michael, over $1.2 billion to rebuild Tyndall Air Force Base, and the $600 million in disaster recovery funding for Puerto Rico that Senator Scott proposed in January.
Senator Rick Scott said, “I’ve been fighting since Hurricane Michael hit to get the funding Florida families and businesses need to recover and rebuild. I visited Tyndall Air Force Base multiple times since the storm and took the President to visit Tyndall so he could see the devastation firsthand. I’m glad we finally secured the billions of dollars in funding the Panhandle needs to continue recovering. And back in January, I introduced an amendment to ensure Puerto Rico has the resources they need to recover following Hurricane Maria. My first speech on the Senate floor was about my commitment to fighting for Puerto Rico. I’m glad this funding is also included.
“It took way too long, but we finally got this bill across the finish line. I’m thankful for my colleagues that worked with me to move this process forward. It’s a great day for Florida and the communities in the Panhandle that were devastated by Hurricane Michael.” Read more HERE.
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El senador Rick Scott: Grandes victorias para la Florida y Puerto Rico en el Proyecto de Ley de Fondos para Alivio de Desastres
El senador Rick Scott hizo la siguiente declaración luego de que el Senado aprobara un paquete de ayuda para alivio de desastres de $19.1 mil millones que incluye $600 millones en fondos de recuperación por desastre para Puerto Rico que el senador Scott propuso en enero.
El senador Rick Scott dijo: "He estado luchando desde que el huracán Michael atravesó la Florida para obtener los fondos que la Florida y Puerto Rico necesitan para recuperarse y reconstruir. En enero, presenté una enmienda para garantizar que Puerto Rico tenga los recursos necesarios para recuperarse luego del huracán María. Mi primer discurso en el Senado fue sobre mi compromiso de luchar por Puerto Rico. Me alegra que estos fondos también estén incluidos.
"Tomó demasiado tiempo, pero finalmente conseguimos llevar el proyecto a la meta. Estoy agradecido por mis colegas que trabajaron para adelantar el proceso. Es un gran día para la Florida, las comunidades del Panhandle y Puerto Rico ". Lea más AQUÍ.
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Senators Rick Scott, Marco Rubio & Florida Congressional Delegation Express Concern Over USSPACECOM Headquarter Selection
Senator Rick Scott joined Senator Marco Rubio and Florida’s Congressional Delegation in a letter to Acting Secretary of Defense Patrick Shanahan to share concerns regarding the lack of transparency in the USSPACECOM Headquarter selection process, as well as to request more information on the decision making process. Read more, including the full letter, from Senator Rubio’s office HERE.
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Senators Rick Scott, Gardner and Collins Introduce Prescription Drug Price Reporting Act
Senator Rick Scott, Senator Cory Gardner and Senator Susan Collins announced the Prescription Drug Price Reporting Act to provide much-needed transparency for prescription drug prices. The Prescription Drug Price Reporting Act will create a consumer-friendly database of prescription drug prices, which will empower American families to make informed healthcare choices.
Senator Rick Scott said, “There’s no reason patients shouldn’t know exactly what their prescription drugs cost before they get to the pharmacy. Today, I’m introducing the Prescription Drug Price Reporting Act to give patients the information they need to make informed decisions for themselves and their families. Even in the hyper-partisan, dysfunctional world of Washington, D.C., creating more transparency in the healthcare system is something we must get done now to help families across our nation.” Read more HERE. |