Press Releases
Scott Votes Against GOP’s Big, Ugly Bill. Again.
07.03.25 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Workforce, released the following statement after voting against the Republicans’ Big, Ugly Bill. “Once again, Republicans rushed to jam their Big, Ugly Bill through Congress. Their bill will have serious consequences for America’s working families. The Congressional Budget Office predicts that 17 million people will lose their health insurance, including over 322,000 Virginians. It will make colle… Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Statement on June Jobs Report
07.03.25 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that the economy added 147,000 jobs in June, and the unemployment rate ticked down from 4.2 percent to 4.1 percent. “Since taking office five months ago, the Trump Administration has continuously prioritized the ultra-wealthy over the needs of working people. Instead of addressing the cost of groceries, housing, and health care, the Trump Administration … Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Statement on Trump Administration Withholding Nearly $7 Billion in Funding to Schools
07.01.25 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Workforce, released the following statement after the Trump Administration notified schools it is effectively withholding nearly $7 billion in Congressionally appropriated federal funding. “With less than one day notice to grant recipients or to Congress, the Trump Administration inexplicably and unlawfully announced it is withholding billions of dollars in education funding from schools nationwide, i… Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Statement on Mahmoud v. Taylor Decision
06.27.25 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) released the following statement after the Supreme Court’s ruling in Mahmoud v. Taylor, in which the Court ruled in favor of parents desiring to withdraw their children from public school lessons involving children’s books featuring LGBTQIA+ themes. “One of the many benefits of education is the exposure to new ideas and information that expands students’ worldview and encourages them to learn. Today’s Supreme Court decision sets a da… Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Statement on UVA President Resignation
06.27.25 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Workforce, issued the following statement after James E. Ryan, the President of the University of Virginia resigned. “The University of Virginia (UVa) has consistently been recognized as one of the nation’s premier public universities because of its commitment to academic excellence. However, today’s decision of UVa President James E. Ryan to resign because of the Trump Administration’s Department of… Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Statement on Kennedy v. Braidwood Management
06.27.25 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) released the following statement after the Supreme Court’s ruling in Kennedy v. Braidwood Management, in which plaintiffs sought to weaken a provision in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) that requires private health plans to cover preventive care services at no cost. “Access to preventive care saves lives. By detecting health problems early on, preventive care helps us address serious diseases—such as colon cancer and high cholesterol—bef… Continue Reading
ICYMI: Bipartisan Bill to Improve Health Care Access for Federal Workers Advances in the House
06.27.25 WASHINGTON - This week, the House Committee on Education and Workforce advanced (36-0) Rep. Courtney (D-CT), a senior member of the Committee, and Rep. Tim Walberg’s (R-MI), Committee Chairman, bill to improve health care access for injured federal workers. The bipartisan Improving Access to Workers’ Compensation for Injured Federal Workers Act (H.R. 3170) would amend the Federal Employees Compensation Act to allow injured workers to receive treatment for work-related injuries from state-licens… Continue Reading
Committee Republicans Rubberstamp Trump’s Project 2025 Agenda by Voting for Bills that Undermine Protections for Students, Workers, and Their Families
06.25.25 WASHINGTON - Today, Committee Republicans advanced three education bills, two health care bills, and one labor bill that would limit students’ access to high-quality education, undermine the Affordable Care Act, and prevent workers from investing their retirement savings as they see fit. “When I am home in my district, I speak with constituents, and they tell me they want better public education for their children, access to affordable, quality health care, and the ability to work and retire wi… Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Blasts Committee Republicans for Rubberstamping Trump’s Agenda
06.25.25 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) delivered the following opening statement at today’s full committee markup of H.R. 3453, H.R. 2516, H.R. 4054, H.R. 2528, H.R. 2571, H.R. 2988, and H.R. 3170. “Thank you, Mr. Chairman. “Mr. Chairman, today, we will consider seven bills, six of which I am concerned are at odds with the priorities of America’s students, workers, and families. When I am home in my district, I speak with constituents, and they tell me they want better p… Continue Reading
ICYMI: HEWD Ranking Member Adams Delivers Opening Remarks at Joint Subcommittee Hearing on Tribal Education
06.24.25 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Alma Adams (NC-12) delivered the following opening statement at a joint hearing of the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development and the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations entitled, “Enhancing Educational Outcomes in Indian Country: Postsecondary Education at the Bureau of Indian Education.” “Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I would also like to thank Chairman Gosar and Ranking Member Dexter, as well as the witness, for being here today. “Last s… Continue Reading
Ranking Member Bonamici Opening Remarks at ECESE Subcommittee Hearing on Child Care
06.24.25 Ranking Member Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) delivered the following opening statement at today’s Early Childhood and Secondary Education Subcommittee hearing entitled, “Child Care and the American Workforce: Removing Barriers to Economic Growth.” “Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank you to the witnesses for bringing your expertise and experience. “For years, I’ve heard from parents with young children that having reliable child care makes all other work possible. A majority of families with child… Continue Reading
Scott, DeLauro, Murray, Baldwin Call on ED to Immediately Cease Illegal Plan to Transfer CTE Program Responsibilities to DOL
06.18.25 WASHINGTON - Today, Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (D-VA-03), House Committee on Education and the Workforce, Ranking Member Rosa DeLauro (D-CT-03), House Appropriations Committee and the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Subcommittee, Vice Chair Patty Murray (D-WA), Senate Appropriations Committee, and Ranking Member Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies, sent aletter … Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Statement on GAO Ruling that Administration Illegally Withheld Funds from IMLS
06.16.25 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03), House Committee on Education and Workforce, released the following statement after the Government Accountability Office (GAO) decision that the Trump Administration’s Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) violated the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 by withholding appropriated funds that were intended to support relevant services. “From rural towns to bustling cities, libraries and museums play a critical role in their comm… Continue Reading
Scott, Takano, & Bonamici, Lead Letter Demanding EEOC Chair Address Gender Identity Discrimination
06.13.25 WASHINGTON - In advance of the anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision in Bostock v. Clayton Countywhere the Court held that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of gender identity, Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03), Committee on Education and Workforce, Congressional Equality Caucus (CEC) Chair Rep. Mark Takano (CA-39), and CEC Vice Chair Rep. Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), led 70 members in sending a letter urging Andrea Lucas, Acting C… Continue Reading
On World Day Against Child Labor, Labor Leaders Introduce Bold Legislation to End Abusive Child Labor
06.12.25 WASHINGTON - Today, on World Day against Child Labor, Education and Workforce Committee Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) and Workforce Protections (WP) Subcommittee Ranking Member Ilhan Omar (MN-05) announced their plans to introduce new legislation—the Protecting Children Act—to finally end child labor in America. The bill provides federal worker protections agencies with the tools and resources they need to deter violations and prevent harm to children from intensive work in dang… Continue Reading
Ranking Member DeSaulnier Opening Remarks at Subcommittee Hearing Defending Workers Right to Organize
06.11.25 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10) delivered the following opening statement at today’s Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee hearing entitled, “Restoring Balance: Ensuring Fairness and Transparency at the NLRB.” “Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I want to thank the witnesses here today for having this open debate of ideas. I want to mention that unions are more popular than they have ever been in American history, 71 percent, according to well-known, nonpartisan, vette… Continue Reading
Ranking Member Bonamici Opening Remarks at Subcommittee Hearing on Screentime in Schools
06.10.25 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) delivered the following opening statement at today’s Early Childhood and Secondary Education Subcommittee hearing entitled, “Screentime in Schools.” “Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank you to the witnesses for being here today. We appreciate your time and your expertise. We all want students to grow up and learn in a safe and healthy environment where they’re protected from harm and equipped with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive in… Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Statement on May Jobs Report
06.06.25 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that the economy added 139,000 jobs in May, and the unemployment rate remained the same at 4.2 percent. "Since returning to office, the Trump Administration has jeopardized jobs, endangered the rights and protections of workers, and undermined the financial security of retirees. “Instead of focusing on kitchen table issues— like the cost of housing, the… Continue Reading
Ranking Member Scott Delivers Opening Statement at Full Committee Hearing with DOL Secretary Chavez-DeRemer
06.05.25 WASHINGTON - Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) delivered the following remarks at today’s full committee hearing entitled “Examining the Policies and Priorities of the Department of Labor.” “Thank you, Mr. Chairman. “Madam Secretary, it is always good to see a former colleague welcome back to the committee you served on. It was good to talk to you early this week, and I understand you’ve been in touch with every member of the committee, Democrat and Republican, and that obvious… Continue Reading
Health Leaders Introduce Bill to Improve Disability Insurance for Workers Impacted by Mental Health or Substance Use Disorders
06.05.25 WASHINGTON - Today, Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Subcommittee Ranking Member Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10) and Ranking Member Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (VA-03) introduced the Workers’ Disability Benefits Parity Act, a bill establishing behavioral health parity for disability insurance. This legislation ensures that workers whose disability is caused by a mental health condition or substance use disorder are not subject to discriminatory barriers imposed by their insurer or employee be… Continue Reading