Scott, Robert C. "Bobby" [D-VA-3]
Democrat · VA · 14 bills sponsored
Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2026
# Rebuild America's Schools Act of 2026 - Summary The Rebuild America's Schools Act of 2026 is a bill introduced by Rep. Bobby Scott (D-VA) that aims to address infrastructure and facility needs in American schools. While detailed provisions aren't yet publicly available (the bill is still in committee), such legislation typically proposes federal funding and resources to repair, modernize, or build school buildings and infrastructure—including classrooms, libraries, technology systems, and safety features. This bill would primarily affect students, teachers, school administrators, and school districts across the country, particularly those in underfunded communities that lack resources for facility improvements. It would likely impact federal budgets and potentially require new funding mechanisms or appropriations. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a floor vote. No vote has occurred, and it remains in the early legislative stage. To learn more specific details about what the bill contains, you can visit Congress.gov and search for HR 7340.
Chesapeake Bay Watershed Advancement for Training, Education, Restoration, and Science (WATERS) Act
# Chesapeake Bay WATERS Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Chesapeake Bay WATERS Act would establish new federal programs focused on training, education, restoration projects, and scientific research in the Chesapeake Bay watershed—one of the largest and most economically important estuaries in the United States. The bill aims to improve water quality and ecosystem health in the bay and surrounding watershed, which spans parts of Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Delaware, New York, and West Virginia. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would primarily affect communities, businesses, and environmental organizations in the Chesapeake Bay region. Fishing industries, farmers, municipalities dependent on the bay for drinking water, and recreation-based businesses would be impacted. The bill would also support job training and educational opportunities for workers in restoration and environmental fields in these coastal areas. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill (HR 6893) remains in committee and has not been voted on by the full House of Representatives. Sponsored by Representative Bobby Scott (D-Virginia), the bill has not yet advanced to a floor vote, meaning it's still in the early legislative process.
LET’S Protect Workers Act
# LET'S Protect Workers Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The LET'S Protect Workers Act (HR 6597) is proposed legislation currently under review in Congress. Based on its title, the bill appears designed to strengthen protections for workers, though specific policy details are not provided in the available information. The bill is sponsored by Representative Bobby Scott (D-VA) and remains in the committee review stage, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. **Who It Affects and Current Status:** This bill would likely impact American workers and potentially employers, depending on its final provisions. Since the bill is still "in committee," it is in the early legislative stage where it receives detailed examination before moving forward. Without access to the bill's specific language or detailed summary, we cannot outline exact provisions, but worker protection bills typically address issues like wages, safety standards, workplace rights, or labor regulations. The bill has not yet advanced to a House floor vote.
LOAN Act
# Summary of the LOAN Act (HR 4862) I don't have access to the specific details of HR 4862's provisions, as the bill information you've provided doesn't include them. To give you an accurate summary, I would need to review the actual bill text or a detailed summary from a reliable source like Congress.gov. **What I can tell you:** This bill is currently in committee in the House, meaning it hasn't yet advanced to a full floor vote. It was introduced by Rep. Bobby Scott (D-VA). **To get accurate details, I'd recommend:** - Visiting **Congress.gov** and searching "HR 4862" to read the full bill text and summary - Checking the bill's status page, which lists all amendments and committee actions - Looking for bill summaries from nonpartisan sources like the Congressional Research Service If you can share the bill's subject areas or key provisions, I'd be happy to explain them in plain language!
Transformation to Competitive Integrated Employment Act
# Transformation to Competitive Integrated Employment Act (HR 4771) — Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to expand competitive employment opportunities for people with disabilities. It would increase support and funding for programs that help individuals with disabilities find and maintain jobs in regular workplaces alongside non-disabled coworkers, rather than in separate sheltered workshops. The bill focuses on transitioning people from disability benefit programs into the regular workforce by providing job training, placement services, and other supportive services. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects people with disabilities receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), as well as state vocational rehabilitation agencies and disability service providers who would help implement these programs. **Key Provisions:** While specific details aren't listed in the summary provided, bills with this title typically include funding increases for employment services, modifications to work incentive programs, and requirements for states to expand transition services. The bill emphasizes "competitive integrated employment"—meaning jobs in mainstream businesses at competitive wages. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 4771 remains in committee and has not been voted on by the full House. It was introduced in the 119th Congress (2025-2026).
Child Care for Working Families Act
# Child Care for Working Families Act (HR 4418) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill aims to make child care more affordable and accessible for working families. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically propose measures to help lower child care costs through subsidies, tax credits, grants to child care providers, or expansion of child care services. The goal would be to reduce the financial burden families face when paying for care while parents work. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily benefit working parents and families with young children who struggle with child care expenses. It would also likely affect child care providers and facilities that might receive funding or support under the legislation. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it's in the early stages of the legislative process and hasn't been voted on by the full House of Representatives yet. To get a complete picture of the specific provisions being proposed, you would need to check Congress.gov or the bill's official text, as those details aren't included in this summary.
Protecting Children Act
# Summary: Protecting Children Act (HR 3997) I don't have access to the detailed text of this specific bill (HR 3997 from the 119th Congress), so I cannot provide you with accurate information about what it would actually do, its key provisions, or who it affects. To get a reliable summary, I'd recommend: - **Congress.gov**: Search "HR 3997" for the full bill text, sponsor details, and any committee reports - **Official summaries**: Congress.gov provides official summaries once available - **Sponsor's website**: Rep. Bobby Scott's official House page may have a description - **Non-partisan resources**: Organizations like the Congressional Research Service or bill-tracking websites often provide plain-language explanations Since the bill is still in committee, the final version may also change before any vote occurs. I'd rather direct you to accurate sources than guess at the details.
Strength in Diversity Act of 2025
# Strength in Diversity Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Strength in Diversity Act of 2025 (HR 3605) is a proposed federal law currently under review in Congress. However, the specific details of what this bill would do are not publicly available in the information provided—no substantive description of its provisions has been included in the legislative record summary. **Current Status and Next Steps:** The bill was introduced by Representative Bobby Scott (D-VA) 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. Before it can advance, the relevant committee must review and decide whether to approve it. **What This Means for You:** Without access to the bill's actual text or detailed summary, it's impossible to know who would be affected or what specific changes it would make. If you're interested in learning more, you can search for the bill's full text on Congress.gov, which will show the exact proposals and any official summaries.
Equity and Inclusion Enforcement Act of 2025
# Equity and Inclusion Enforcement Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Equity and Inclusion Enforcement Act of 2025 (HR 3606) would strengthen enforcement of existing civil rights and anti-discrimination laws. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically aim to give federal agencies more tools and resources to investigate and enforce violations of workplace discrimination laws, fair housing laws, and other civil rights protections that are already on the books. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily affect employers, housing providers, educational institutions, and federal agencies responsible for enforcing civil rights laws. It could also impact workers and individuals who file discrimination complaints, potentially by improving their access to legal remedies or making investigations faster and more effective. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Bobby Scott (D-VA) and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House. This is an early stage in the legislative process, and many bills in committee never advance further. *Note: Without access to the bill's full text, this summary is based on typical provisions of similarly-titled legislation. For complete details, consult Congress.gov.*
Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act of 2025
# Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act of 2025 (HR 3522) ## What the Bill Would Do This bill would strengthen federal protections against age discrimination in the workplace. Specifically, it would amend the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), which currently protects workers age 40 and older. The bill aims to make it easier for older workers to prove discrimination cases and would likely expand remedies available to those who experience age-based discrimination in hiring, promotion, pay, or termination decisions. ## Who It Affects and Key Provisions The legislation primarily affects workers age 40 and above, employers (particularly larger companies), and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), which enforces age discrimination laws. While the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in available summaries, similar proposals typically include measures such as reversing the burden of proof in certain cases, increasing penalties for violations, or clarifying what constitutes illegal age discrimination. ## Current Status As of now, HR 3522 remains in committee and has not been brought to a vote. The bill was introduced by Representative Robert C. "Bobby" Scott, a Democrat from Virginia. For the bill to become law, it would need to pass out of committee, receive approval from the full House, pass the Senate, and be signed by the President.
Raise the Wage Act of 2025
# Raise the Wage Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Raise the Wage Act of 2025 would increase the federal minimum wage, which is currently $7.25 per hour and has been unchanged since 2009. While the bill's specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title historically propose raising the minimum wage to a higher amount (often $15 per hour in previous versions) and indexing it to inflation so it increases automatically over time. **Who It Affects:** This bill would primarily affect minimum wage workers across the country—roughly 1-2% of the workforce earning at or near the federal minimum. It would also impact small and large employers who would need to adjust payroll. Some states and cities already have higher minimum wages than the federal level, so effects would vary by location. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full House vote. To become law, it would need to pass both the House and Senate and be signed by the President. *Note: Additional details about specific wage amounts and implementation timelines would require access to the full bill text.*
Do No Harm Act
# Do No Harm Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Do No Harm Act is designed to limit how federal civil rights laws can be interpreted and applied. Specifically, the bill would restrict the use of disparate impact theory in federal civil rights enforcement. Disparate impact allows regulators to challenge policies that aren't intentionally discriminatory but have a disproportionate negative effect on protected groups (such as racial minorities, women, or people with disabilities). Under this bill, federal agencies could only enforce civil rights laws when they can prove intentional discrimination occurred. **Who It Affects and Key Provisions** This legislation would impact businesses, schools, employers, housing providers, and federal agencies enforcing civil rights laws. It would narrow enforcement across multiple areas including employment, housing, education, and lending. By requiring proof of intent rather than allowing agencies to challenge policies with disparate outcomes, the bill could make it harder for civil rights enforcement agencies to address patterns of discrimination, even unintentional ones. **Current Status** As of now, the bill remains in committee and has not advanced for a full House vote. The measure reflects ongoing debate about how strictly civil rights laws should be enforced and whether outcomes-based or intent-based standards better serve civil rights protection.
Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2025
# Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill, currently in committee, aims to strengthen workers' rights to form unions and engage in collective bargaining. Based on its title and subject areas, it would likely expand protections for employees trying to organize, make it easier to form unions, increase penalties for employers who interfere with union activities, and potentially reform National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) procedures. The bill also appears to address workplace issues like wages, benefits, health insurance, and worker safety as they relate to union organizing. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily affect workers seeking to unionize and employers, particularly those in industries where union organizing is common. It could also impact the NLRB, which oversees labor disputes, and potentially affect consumers through changes in labor practices and costs across industries. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill remains in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House. It was introduced by Representative Robert C. "Bobby" Scott, a Democrat from Virginia, and is named after Richard Trumka, the former president of the AFL-CIO labor union.
Fort Monroe National Historical Park Establishment Act
# Fort Monroe National Historical Park Establishment Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would establish Fort Monroe in Hampton, Virginia as a national historical park under the management of the National Park Service. Fort Monroe is a historic military installation with significance in American military history, as well as connections to important chapters in U.S. history related to race and civil rights. By designating it as a national park, the site would receive federal protection and funding for preservation and public education. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects visitors and educators interested in American history, the local Hampton, Virginia community, the National Park Service, and the Department of Defense (since Fort Monroe is currently a military property). Public access and interpretive programs at the site could expand under federal park management. **Key Provisions & Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Rep. Bobby Scott (D-VA) and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been voted on by the full House. The bill would transfer management responsibilities and establish protocols for preserving the fort's historical resources while maintaining any ongoing military or public uses.