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 — 581

Yes42%

No57%

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.govMay 31(source)

For 50 years, the Portsmouth chapter of the Norfolk State University Alumni Association has worked hard to build upon the institution’s great legacy Congratulations on your 50th Anniversary and best wishes on many more years of service in our community

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 31(source)

Pride Month is a time of inclusion and unity I expressed those sentiments during my remarks this afternoon at the 4th Annual Newport News Pride Festival

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

It’s great when alumni give back, like the I.C. Norcom Alumni Association does with their Scholarship Breakfast Every year, the association awards scholarships to deserving graduates, so they can continue their education

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

The Freedom Dinner is one of several events throughout the year to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation and the signing of the Declaration of Independence

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

Earlier this evening, I attended the Freedom Dinner, which was made possible through a partnership between Hampton Roads Convention Center, the Phoebus High School Culinary Program, Hampton Master Gardeners and Hampton VA 250

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

There are so many good things to eat at the Newport News Greek Festival, I had a hard time deciding During my visit, I had a great time seeing Mayor Jones, Councilman Coleman, Father George and constituents

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

I was impressed with the high school students who competed in my Annual Art Contest Earlier this evening, I hosted a reception for the artists and their families The first place winning piece will be displayed in Washington, D.C. with winners from other Congressional districts

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

Enjoyed meeting with members of the Virginia Peninsula Chapter of the Military Officers of America during their lunch this afternoon at Fort Monroe

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 28(source)

Proud to deliver $850,000 in federal funding to @hamptonva.bsky.social for the Therapeutic Recreation Center, the region’s only dedicated center serving children and adults with disabilities. This funding will support critical upgrades and expansions at the center.

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Committee on Education & Workforce Democrats@democrats-edworkforce.house.govMay 28(source)

From providing school meals to making infant formula accessible, USDA helps feed millions of hungry children. That is why @bobbyscott.house.gov and @repbonamici.bsky.social are sounding the alarm that the Trump Administration is putting these programs at risk. Read more here ⤵️

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 28(source)

Working families are struggling to afford gas and groceries.

The Washington Post

@washingtonpost.com

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Breaking news: Trump administration officials have pressed the Bureau of Engraving and Printing to design a $250 bill featuring the president’s portrait, in what would be the first appearance of a living person on U.S. currency in more than 150 years.

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

Had a great visit with the staff at Oasis Ministry food pantry in Portsmouth. Their work is more important than ever as families face rising costs and Republicans’ Big Ugly Bill cuts SNAP, worsening food insecurity in our community.

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

Today, I had the opportunity to speak with Teamsters Local 822 workers and hear about the issues they are facing at work. When workers have an opportunity to organize and form a union, they can bargain for higher pay, better benefits, and safer workplaces. #1u

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Committee on Education & Workforce Democrats@democrats-edworkforce.house.govMay 26(source)

We can’t support students if we stop tracking what’s happening in schools — from teacher shortages to student outcomes. The Trump Administration’s cuts to the Education Department's research arm are weakening our ability to help schools support students.

Chalkbeat

@chalkbeat.org

Open post ↗

Federal data on enrollment, teacher pay, school spending, safety, and more has gone stale — raising questions about what the public can still know about American education.

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 25(source)

I joined Norfolk’s elected officials and citizens in honoring the fallen during the Memorial Day Tribute at the MacArthur Memorial Rotunda

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 25(source)

Had a great lunch with members of American Legion Braxton-Perkins Post 25 I joined Post members, their families and former Newport News Vice Mayor Madeline McMillan in honoring prisoners of war, missing in action and the fallen from all service branches

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 25(source)

I attended the Chesapeake Mayor’s Commission on Veterans Affairs Memorial Day Ceremony and had an opportunity to extend condolences to Mrs. Shah Her late husband, Lt. Col. Brandon A. Shah, courageously defended his students during the March terror attack at Old Dominion University

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 25(source)

On this Memorial Day, let us remember and honor the memory of the brave men and women who sacrificed to defend this nation and preserve our freedom

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

I had an opportunity this evening to congratulate Jack Sigler on his retirement from the U.S. Navy Thank you Jack for your dedication and for your contributions to our national security

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

The Peninsula Youth Jazz Band had a great concert today with Stan's Big Band The joint performance featuring these talented young musicians included arrangements of music by Count Basie, Stevie Wonder, Roberta Flack, Trombone Shorty and other popular musicians

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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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Committees

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Voting History

581 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
2026-05-14	H.R. 8365 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-05-14	H.R. 5625 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-14	H. Con. Res. 75 (119th)	Approve resolution	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-05-14	H.R. 6260 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-14	H.R. 6260 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-05-13	H. Res. 1259 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-13	H. Res. 1251 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-13	H. Con. Res. 96 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-13	H.R. 1346 (119th)	Final passage	YES	NO	✕↔	Passed
2026-05-13	H.R. 1346 (119th)	Send back to committee	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-05-13	H. Res. 1252 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-05-13	H. Res. 1274 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-13	H. Res. 1274 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-13	H. Res. 1275 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-13	H. Res. 1275 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-05-12	H.R. 2853 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NO	YES	✕	Passed
2026-05-12	H.R. 2071 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-30	S. 4465 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NO	YES	✕	Passed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Agreed to
2026-04-30	H.R. 7567 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2026-04-30	S. Con. Res. 33 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-29	S. 1318 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-29	H. Res. 1224 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-29	H. Res. 1224 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-27	H.R. 227 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-27	H.R. 7959 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-23	H.R. 5587 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H.R. 6387 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H.R. 6387 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-22	H.R. 4690 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H.R. 4690 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2026-04-22	H. Res. 1182 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H. Res. 1189 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-22	H. Res. 1189 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2026-04-21	S. 1020 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2026-04-21	H.R. 2493 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
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

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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