Franklin, Scott [R-FL-18]
Republican · FL · 11 bills sponsored
Land Grant Research Prioritization Act of 2026
# Land Grant Research Prioritization Act of 2026 Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would establish new priorities for research conducted at land grant universities—public institutions that receive federal funding through the Morrill Act of 1862. The legislation would direct these universities to focus their research efforts on specific areas deemed priorities by Congress. While the bill's exact provisions aren't detailed in the available information, such measures typically aim to align university research with national interests in areas like agriculture, infrastructure, or technology. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily impacts land grant universities across all 50 states, their researchers, and students. It could also affect federal funding distribution for research and potentially influence the types of projects these institutions pursue. State governments that benefit from land grant university activities would be secondary stakeholders. **Current Status:** HR 7734 is currently in committee as of the 119th Congress (2025-2026). This means it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full House vote. The bill was sponsored by Representative Scott Franklin, a Republican from Florida. To become law, it would need to pass out of committee, receive a House vote, pass the Senate, and be signed by the President.
TEMP Act
# TEMP Act (HR 7464) Summary Unfortunately, I don't have access to the specific details of this bill beyond the basic information you've provided. The summary data shows it's a House bill from Florida Republican Scott Franklin, currently in committee, but doesn't include the bill's actual text or stated purpose. To give you an accurate summary of what the TEMP Act would do, who it affects, and its key provisions, I would need access to the bill's full text or official summary. **I'd recommend checking:** - Congress.gov (search "HR 7464") for the complete bill text and summary - The bill sponsor's official website - Recent news coverage if the bill received media attention If you can share the bill's stated purpose or key provisions, I'd be happy to explain them in plain language.
Non-Essential Workers Transparency Act
# Non-Essential Workers Transparency Act (HR 5908) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill requires federal agencies to provide detailed reports to Congress whenever a government shutdown occurs. Within 30 days of a shutdown ending, each agency must submit information about which employees were sent home (furloughed) and which continued working, along with salary costs for each group. The reports would be made public on congressional websites within 30 days, so taxpayers can see how many federal workers were affected and what it cost. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects federal agencies and Congress. It also impacts the public, who would gain access to information about government shutdowns and federal workforce expenses. Contract workers employed by agencies would be included in the reporting requirements. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (not yet voted on by the full House), having been introduced by Rep. Scott Franklin (R-FL). The legislation is relatively straightforward—it doesn't change shutdown rules or worker protections, but rather creates a transparency requirement so Congress and the public have clear records of shutdown impacts.
Personnel Integrity in Veterans Affairs Act of 2025
# Personnel Integrity in Veterans Affairs Act of 2025 (HR 3185) Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to strengthen oversight and accountability within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) by establishing or modifying personnel management rules, administrative processes, and oversight procedures. Based on its subject areas, it would likely address how VA employees are hired, managed, disciplined, and paid, while also establishing clearer congressional oversight mechanisms for VA operations and potentially affecting VA loan and housing programs. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily impact VA employees and leadership, as well as veterans who use VA services—particularly those relying on VA housing loans, homeownership programs, and homeless assistance. It could also affect Congress's ability to oversee VA operations. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 3185 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but not yet voted on by the full House. The bill was sponsored by Rep. Scott Franklin (R-FL) and is still in the early legislative stage. Without access to the full bill text, the specific personnel reforms and oversight changes being proposed cannot be detailed, but the focus appears to be improving integrity and accountability within the VA.
TAME Extreme Weather and Wildfires Act
# TAME Extreme Weather and Wildfires Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The TAME Extreme Weather and Wildfires Act (HR 2770) is designed to address extreme weather events and wildfire management, though specific details about its provisions are not publicly available in the summary data. Based on its title, the bill would likely focus on federal efforts to mitigate, prepare for, or respond to severe weather and wildfires—two growing concerns for communities across the United States. **Who It Affects and Current Status** This bill would potentially affect communities vulnerable to extreme weather and wildfires, as well as federal agencies responsible for disaster response and land management. It was introduced by Rep. Scott Franklin (R-FL) and is currently in the committee review stage, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. At this early stage, significant changes to the bill's contents are still possible as it undergoes committee review. **Note:** For detailed information about specific provisions, funding amounts, or implementation strategies, you would need to review the full bill text through Congress.gov or the House website.
Taxpayer-Funded Union Time Transparency Act
# Summary of HR 2297: Taxpayer-Funded Union Time Transparency Act **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would require federal agencies to publicly disclose how much paid work time their employees spend on union-related activities. Specifically, it would mandate transparency about "official time"—hours that federal workers are allowed to use for union business while remaining on the government payroll. The bill aims to create a centralized reporting system so taxpayers can see the costs associated with these activities across all federal agencies. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects federal government employees who are union members, the unions representing them, and federal agencies that employ them. It would also impact taxpayers by providing them with information about government spending. It does not appear to affect private sector unions or state/local government workers. **Current Status** As of now, HR 2297 remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Scott Franklin (R-FL) in the current congressional session. No action has been taken to advance it further at this time.
Ensuring Continuity in Veterans Health Act
# Ensuring Continuity in Veterans Health Act - Summary **What the bill would do:** This bill would change how the Department of Veterans Affairs decides whether veterans can receive care through the Veterans Community Care Program (which pays for treatment at non-VA hospitals and clinics). Under current law, the VA makes these decisions based on what's medically best for the veteran. This bill would require the VA to also consider whether switching to community care would disrupt a veteran's ongoing treatment—meaning if a veteran is already receiving care from a particular doctor or hospital, that continuity would be a factor in deciding whether they can continue using their current provider through the community care program. **Who it affects:** Veterans who receive healthcare through the VA system would be the primary group affected. The bill could make it easier for some veterans to keep seeing their current doctors and medical teams rather than switching to VA facilities. **Current status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Scott Franklin (R-FL) and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. No action has been taken on it recently.
Cardiac Arrest Survival Act of 2025
# Cardiac Arrest Survival Act of 2025 (HR 1466) Summary **What the Bill Does** The Cardiac Arrest Survival Act of 2025 addresses emergency response to sudden cardiac arrest—a life-threatening condition where the heart stops beating effectively. While the specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, the bill's subjects indicate it focuses on improving survival outcomes through emergency medical services, health technology (likely including automated external defibrillators or AEDs), and healthcare quality standards. The inclusion of "civil actions and liability" suggests the bill may also address legal protections for people or organizations providing emergency care. **Who It Affects and Current Status** This bill would primarily affect emergency medical services (ambulance crews, first responders), hospitals, public facilities where cardiac arrest might occur, and the general public who could benefit from better emergency response. The bill is currently in committee, meaning it's in the early stages of review and hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. Sponsored by Representative Scott Franklin (R-FL), it remains a proposal at this stage.
To ensure that Big Cypress National Preserve may not be designated as wilderness or as a component of the National Wilderness Preservation System, and for other purposes.
# HR 1192 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** HR 1192 would prevent Big Cypress National Preserve in Florida—a 729,000-acre freshwater swamp—from ever being classified as "wilderness" under federal law. Currently, the preserve is managed by the National Park Service but is not designated as wilderness. If passed, this bill would legally block any future wilderness designation for the area. Wilderness designations typically prohibit development, commercial activities, and permanent structures, while preserves can allow activities like hunting and oil and gas exploration. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects stakeholders with interests in Big Cypress, including environmental groups that advocate for strict protection, outdoor recreation enthusiasts, and industries interested in resource extraction like oil and gas companies. Florida residents and the broader public would also be affected, as Big Cypress is a significant natural habitat and recreational area. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Rep. Scott Franklin (R-FL) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives.
Defending Domestic Orange Juice Production Act of 2025
# Defending Domestic Orange Juice Production Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would lower the minimum concentration of orange juice solids required in finished pasteurized orange juice from 10.5% to 10% by weight. Orange juice solids—the natural substances that give orange juice its flavor and nutritional content—would be measured without counting any sweetening ingredients that manufacturers add to the product. **Who It Affects:** The change would primarily affect orange juice producers and manufacturers, potentially allowing them more flexibility in production. Consumers could see impacts on juice quality, though the difference is relatively small (a 0.5% reduction). Florida orange growers and the domestic orange juice industry are likely the intended beneficiaries, as the bill is framed as supporting domestic production. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee review in the House and has not yet been voted on. The sponsor is Representative Scott Franklin (R-FL), reflecting Florida's significant orange juice industry.
Prohibiting Abortion Industry’s Lucrative Loopholes Act
# Summary of HR 727: Prohibiting Abortion Industry's Lucrative Loopholes Act This bill, introduced by Rep. Scott Franklin (R-FL), would restrict the sale and transfer of fetal tissue and human embryonic cells. The legislation aims to close what sponsors describe as "loopholes" in existing federal law that regulates the handling of fetal tissue from abortions. The bill would place stricter limitations on how fetal tissue can be used, sold, or distributed, and would extend these restrictions to embryonic stem cells and other related biological materials. The bill primarily affects abortion clinics, medical research institutions, and biotech companies that use fetal tissue or embryonic cells in their research. It would also impact women seeking abortions who may currently have the option to donate fetal tissue for medical research purposes. The legislation builds on existing federal restrictions like the Dickey-Wicker Amendment, which already prohibits federal funding for certain fetal tissue research. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not been voted on by the full House. As with most bills introduced in Congress, it faces an uncertain path to passage. The bill reflects ongoing partisan debate over abortion policy and the use of fetal materials in medical research—topics where lawmakers hold sharply different views based on their values and beliefs about when life begins.