This week, Senator Rick Scott applauded President Donald Trump’s signing of his Safeguarding America’s First Responders Act to ensure families of public safety officers who died of coronavirus can quickly access survivor benefits.

Senator Scott also joined Senators Ted Cruz, John Cornyn and Marco Rubio to introduce a resolution recognizing the men and women at SpaceX and NASA for the successful SpaceX Crew Dragon mission to the International Space Station and applauding the United States as a leader in space exploration. 

See more of what Senator Scott has been up to this week below.

Sen. Rick Scott to SEC: Take Action Now to Protect American Investors from Communist China

Senator Rick Scott sent a letter to U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Jay Clayton urging the SEC to immediately implement the recommendations of the President’s Working Group on Financial Markets to further safeguard American investors from the threat of Communist China. Senator Scott has been calling for additional protections and warnings for investors about the risks associated with Chinese-based companies trading publicly on U.S. exchanges. Read more, including the full letter, HERE.

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Sen. Rick Scott to CalPERS: Do More to Protect Californians’ Retirement Plans from Communist China

Senator Rick Scott sent a letter to the California Public Employees’ Retirement System’s (CalPERS) Chief Executive Officer urging CalPERS to reconsider its decision to invest in risky companies backed by the Communist Party of China. These dangerous investments pose a threat to the retirement savings of many Californians. Read more, including the full letter, HERE.

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Senators Scott, Cruz, Cornyn and Rubio Introduce Resolution Commending SpaceX and NASA’s Successful Mission to the International Space Station

Senator Rick Scott joined Senators Ted Cruz, John Cornyn and Marco Rubio to introduce a resolution recognizing the men and women at SpaceX and NASA for the successful SpaceX Crew Dragon mission to the International Space Station and applauding the United States as a leader in space exploration. 

Senator Rick Scott said, “I’m proud to join my colleagues to introduce a resolution in recognition of this historic launch and the limitless future of our space exploration. The space industry has long been an important and iconic part of Florida’s history and economy, and I look forward to continuing our work to make sure America and Florida remain the leader in space exploration.” Read more from Senator Ted Cruz’s office HERE.

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The 2020 Hurricane Season is still underway, and Senator Rick Scott is urging Floridians to stay vigilant and be prepared. Although preparing for a storm might look a little different amid the coronavirus, we cannot let our guards down, and must do everything we can to ensure our families stay safe. See more in Senator Scott’s Hurricane Season PSA, in partnership with The Weather Channel, HERE. 

Read more on how to protect yourself and others from the coronavirus while preparing for hurricane season from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) HERE, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) HERE, or by visiting www.RickScott.senate.gov/Hurricanes.

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Senator Rick Scott is committed to keeping Florida families safe and healthy. Following the passage of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Senator Rick Scott released a CARES Act Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document with information on how Floridians can get help amid the coronavirus crisis and details about the support available to small businesses, individuals and non-profits.

See the FAQ document HERE or more resources and information available to Floridians by visiting www.RickScott.senate.gov/coronavirusresources. 

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