At a Glance

Seat

Representative for Virginia District 3

Born

April 30, 1947

Age 79

Phone

(202) 225-8351

Office

2328 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Virginia District 3

Robert C. "Bobby" Scott

Robert Cortez Scott is an American politician and lawyer serving as the U.S. representative for Virginia's 3rd congressional district since 1993. A member of the Democratic Party, he is the dean of Virginia's congressional delegation and the first Filipino American voting member of Congress. The district serves most of the majority-black precincts of Hampton Roads, including all of the independent cities of Norfolk, Newport News, Hampton and Portsmouth, and parts of the independent city of Chesapeake. From 2019 to 2023, Scott was chair of the House Education and Labor Committee. He has been ranking member on that committee since 2023.

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Voting Record — 586

Yes43%

No56%

Present0%

Not Voting1%

Party align99%

Cross-party0%

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District Map

Congressional District 3

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.

Social & Web

Official site Bluesky X @BobbyScott Facebook Instagram YouTube

External Resources

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Robert C. "Bobby" Scott

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratVirginia District 3

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Robert C. "Bobby"'s ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 17 sponsored · 67 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govDec 3(source)

President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law, lowering drug prices by allowing Medicare to negotiate prescription drug costs and capping annual out-of-pocket expenses. Every Republican in Congress voted against it. Nice try, though.

Politico

@politico.com

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EXCLUSIVE: A top Trump pollster advised House Republicans to fend off Democrats' Obamacare attacks by focusing on reducing drug prices.

Reposted byCongressman Bobby Scott

Committee on Education & Workforce Democrats@democrats-edworkforce.house.govDec 2(source)

The ACA tax credits are a lifeline for millions of Americans. Yet, Republicans are about to let them expire, and costs will skyrocket. @repmarkdesaulnier.bsky.social gathered health experts, small business owners, and Marketplace enrollees to discuss the importance of extending the ACA credits.

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govDec 3(source)

Donald Trump's chaotic tariffs and trade wars are hurting small businesses and hurting our economy.

CNBC

@cnbc.com

Open post ↗

November private payrolls unexpectedly fell by 32,000, led by steep small business job cuts, ADP reports

Reposted byCongressman Bobby Scott

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee@foushee.house.govDec 2(source)

@bobbyscott.house.gov, @mcclellan.house.gov and I wrote to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission demanding an environmental report or termination of these projects to protect our communities. (2/2)

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govDec 2(source)

Republicans have had over 15 years to come up with a health care plan. They need to get serious and work with Democrats to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits to lower health care costs for working families.

Sahil Kapur

@sahilkapur.bsky.social

Open post ↗

NEW: Hopes fade in Congress for a health care deal before premiums soar in January Two weeks before recess, they're nowhere close. Senate to vote on a bill of Dems' choosing; expected to fail. Enhanced ACA funds set to expire, as many Republicans want. www.nbcnews.com/politics/con...

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govNov 30(source)

Joined several Peninsula elected officials in celebrating our community’s heroes at the Ketchmore Kids, Inc. 5th Annual Black Elegance Gala

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govNov 29(source)

I had a great time with members of the George Washington Carver Alumni Association at their Blue and Gold Luncheon

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govNov 27(source)

Happy Thanksgiving! Wishing everyone a day filled with gratitude and time spent with loved ones.

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govNov 27(source)

Deeply concerned by reports that two National Guardsmen were shot earlier today. My thoughts are with them, their families, & the entire National Guard community. We honor their service & the commitment they demonstrate each day on behalf of our nation. Those responsible must be held accountable.

The Washington Post

@washingtonpost.com

Open post ↗

The shooting of two National Guard members took place on 17th Street NW, between I and H streets, about two blocks from the White House. https://wapo.st/48irgBT

Reposted byCongressman Bobby Scott

Committee on Education & Workforce Democrats@democrats-edworkforce.house.govNov 24(source)

The Trump Administration has overseen two months of job losses. The last time the economy lost jobs...was under Trump's first presidency. www.foxbusiness.com/politics/job...

Jobs report revision flips Trump-era gain to loss — and it’s fueling bad poll numbers

September jobs report reveals U.S. labor market losing steam with employment figures revised down by 33,000 for July and August, signaling economic concerns.

Reposted byCongressman Bobby Scott

Energy & Commerce Democrats@energycommerce.bsky.socialNov 24(source)

House Democratic health leaders @pallone.house.gov, @neal.house.gov, @bobbyscott.house.gov blast Trump’s latest health care scam, which hikes costs, penalizes people for getting sick, and expands tax shelters for the wealthy.

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govNov 24(source)

Enjoyed handing out turkeys during the Greater Emmanuel Temple C.O.G.I.C. Thanksgiving Basket Giveaway

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govNov 23(source)

Enjoyed giving remarks today during the Induction Ceremony for the Southeastern Virginia Leo Club of Newport News,Yorktown and Hampton

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govNov 23(source)

The rain couldn’t stop families from receiving Thanksgiving meals at the Annual Feeding 5000 event in Newport News

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govNov 23(source)

Stopped by a Thanksgiving “Give and Receive” Health Fair in Hampton to raise awareness that November is National Diabetes Month

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govNov 23(source)

Stopped by the Mayflower Marathon Food Drive to encourage the volunteers

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govNov 23(source)

Great work by Councilman LeOtis Williams to bring Suffolk elected officials and the community together to distribute turkeys to families for Thanksgiving

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govNov 21(source)

Republicans have an ongoing campaign to dismantle Social Security and Medicare, oppose universal health care coverage, and support diverting funding from public education. This resolution only furthers that campaign.

Jamie Dupree

@jamiedupree.bsky.social

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Before lawmakers rushed to the airport for a Thanksgiving break, the House passed a GOP resolution 'denouncing the horrors of socialism.' The House also passed that in 2023.

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govNov 20(source)

We must all condemn calls for political violence.

MeidasTouch

@meidastouch.com

Open post ↗

Trump is calling for the six Democratic lawmakers who urged the military not to follow any illegal orders to be arrested, and he’s reposting replies saying they should be hanged and calling them terrorists.

Reposted byCongressman Bobby Scott

Committee on Education & Workforce Democrats@democrats-edworkforce.house.govNov 19(source)

ICYMI: Insurance companies try to save millions every year by wrongfully denying patients' health care claims. @BobbyScott and @RepDeSaulnier are urging the Trump Administration to crack down on insurance companies and prevent them from denying care to millions of Americans.

West Virginia Watch

@westvirginiawatch.com

Open post ↗

Two leading Democrats on a U.S. House panel called on the head of an agency within the U.S. Department of Labor responsible for protecting workers’ benefits to take action to address improper health insurance claim denials, reports Shauneen Miranda.

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Sponsored Bills(17)

H.R. 7340 (119th)
Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2026
H.R. 6893 (119th)
To reauthorize the Chesapeake Bay Office of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administrat…
H.R. 6597 (119th)
LET’S Protect Workers Act
H.R. 5740 (119th)
WIC Benefits Protection Act
H.R. 4862 (119th)
LOAN Act

Cosponsored Bills(67)

H.R. 9458 (119th)
To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 and the Portal-to-Portal Act of 1947 to preven…
Joined: 2026-06-25
H.R. 9473 (119th)
To award a Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to the individuals who fought for or with…
Joined: 2026-06-25
H.R. 9414 (119th)
To improve the structure of the Federal Pell Grant program, and for other purposes.
Joined: 2026-06-23
H. Con. Res. 110 (119th)
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove Un…
Joined: 2026-06-11
H.R. 9282 (119th)
To amend the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act to provide that entrance fees shall no…
Joined: 2026-06-11

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Voting History

586 total votes

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Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.

Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2026-04-21	H.R. 5201 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-20	H.R. 5200 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-20	H.R. 1681 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-17	H. Res. 1175 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-17	H. Res. 1175 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-17	H. Res. 1175 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H. Res. 1156 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 1689 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H. Res. 965 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6398 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6398 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6409 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-16	H.R. 6409 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-16	H. Con. Res. 40 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-15	H. Res. 965 (119th)	Motion to Discharge	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-15	H. Res. 1174 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-15	H. Res. 1174 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-14	H.R. 7613 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-14	H.R. 1011 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-28	H. Res. 1142 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-28	H. Res. 1142 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-28	—	Motion to Adjourn	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-27	H.R. 7084 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-26	H.R. 8029 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-26	H.R. 8029 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-26	H. Res. 1128 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-25	H.R. 5103 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-25	H.R. 5103 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-25	H. Res. 1131 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-25	H. Res. 1131 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-24	H.R. 6422 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-19	H.R. 4638 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-18	H.J. Res. 139 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-03-18	H.R. 1958 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-18	H.R. 556 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-18	H.R. 556 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-17	H. Res. 1115 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-17	H. Res. 1115 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-17	S. 3971 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-17	H.R. 4294 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-05	H.R. 7744 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-05	H.R. 7744 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-05	H. Con. Res. 38 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-03-05	H. Res. 1099 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-04	H. Res. 1100 (119th)	Motion to Refer	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-04	H.R. 6472 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-04	S. 723 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-03-04	H. Res. 1095 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-03-04	H. Res. 1095 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-02-25	H.R. 4758 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed

Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.

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