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 — 534

Yes41%

No58%

Present0%

Not Voting1%

Party align99%

Cross-party0%

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District Map

Congressional District 3

U.S. Census Bureau boundary data.

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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 · 57 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Reposted byCongressman Bobby Scott

House Democrats@housedemocrats.bsky.socialMay 14(source)

The Republican plan for the largest cut to food assistance in history will leave everyday Americans hungrier and poorer— all to fund tax breaks for billionaires. @repangiecraig.bsky.social explains how cutting basic needs programs will make life harder for kids, farmers, seniors and veterans.

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 13(source)

Hampton Roads is a at high-risk for rising sea levels. Our communities need support to combat coastal flooding. But House Republicans are voting to slash investments in resilience and clean energy to fund tax cuts for corporations and billionaires. www.pilotonline.com/2025/05/13/n...

Norfolk records highest sea-level rise on the East Coast — again

William and Mary’s Batten School and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science have released its yearly “report cards” for sea-level rise, and the city of Norfolk is near the top of the …

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 13(source)

Millions of kids, seniors, veterans and people with disabilities will lose the food assistance they count on. www.politico.com/live-updates...

House Ag Republicans seek to push SNAP costs to states in megabill

The House Agriculture Committee on Monday revealed its plans to cut spending by punishing states with higher payment error rates.

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 13(source)

I called on graduates to be actively engaged members of their communities during the Commencement Address I delivered at the Tidewater Community College 80th Commencement Exercise. Congratulations to the TCC Class of 2025!

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 12(source)

Attended a Community Breakfast this morning honoring Dr. Jordan Asher, who frequently participated during my COVID-19 Telephone Townhall meetings and gave timely updates as we navigated the pandemic. Best wishes on your next chapter, Dr. Asher!

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House Democrats@housedemocrats.bsky.socialMay 12(source)

Republicans are going to try to take health care away from tens of millions of Americans to give tax breaks to the wealthy and corporate interests. In today’s Democratic Daily Download, Rep. Frank Pallone shares how Democrats are fighting back because Medicaid matters to the American people.

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 12(source)

Congratulations to Portsmouth Councilman Vernon Tillage on receiving his Masters in Public Administration from Old Dominion University this weekend

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 12(source)

Great Keynote Address by VA House of Delegates Speaker Don Scott today at Hampton University’s 155th Commencement Exercise. Congratulations to the graduates and their families!

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 11(source)

Habeas corpus is a fundamental constitutional safeguard that ensures no one is imprisoned without cause. Any suggestion to suspend it strikes against the heart of due process, threatens the rule of law and should frighten law abiding citizens who might be mistakenly arrested.

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Stephen Miller: "The writ of habeas corpus can be suspended in a time of invasion. So I would say that's an option we're actively looking at."

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 9(source)

I will support legislation to ensure the Librarian of Congress is appointed by Congress.

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 9(source)

Dr. Carla Hayden is a career public servant and one of the most qualified Librarian of Congress in about 50 years. Her unceremonious firing is a disgrace and another example of President Trump’s contempt for civil servants as well as his attempts to whitewash history.

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BREAKING: President Donald Trump abruptly fires Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden. The dismissal was disclosed in statements from three top House Democrats and confirmed by a separate person familiar with the matter.

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 9(source)

Had an opportunity to join Newport News’ elected officials at an Appreciation Reception for members of the city’s boards and commissions. The city simply could not run effectively without their service and dedication

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 7(source)

The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office has confirmed the Republican budget scheme will strip health coverage and benefits from millions of Americans. www.politico.com/live-updates...

CBO: Millions could lose coverage if GOP pulls back on Medicaid expansion

“The Republican bill is going to cut health care for kids, seniors, Americans with disabilities and working families,” Sen. Ron Wyden said.

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 7(source)

The Trump Administration must abandon any plans of dissolving the work of CRS.

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 7(source)

The Community Relations Service (CRS) supports state and local government officials, law enforcement officers, community leaders, schools, faith leaders, and others to resolve and prevent community conflict. Their work improves public safety. www.cbsnews.com/news/communi...

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi is pressed to spare civil rights-era "peacemakers" program from closure

An internal Justice Department memo said President Trump's appointees are considering closing the Community Relations Service, which was created as part of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 6(source)

Virginia is a leader in the growing offshore wind industry. Trump's reckless tariffs and trade wars are going to raise energy costs on families. www.whro.org/environment/...

Tariffs could add $500M to cost of Virginia Beach offshore wind farm, Dominion tells investors

To account for immediate tariff impacts, the utility plans to increase customers’ monthly energy bills by an average of 4 cents over the life of the project.

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 6(source)

How is this going to lower costs for American families?

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House Democrats@housedemocrats.bsky.socialMay 5(source)

The cost of living is too high, and Trump and Republicans want to make it worse by taxing everyday essentials and cutting the services Americans rely on. House Democrats will keep fighting to protect working families. @ross.house.gov explains more on today's Democratic Daily Download.

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 5(source)

While on the campus of CNU this afternoon, I heard a wonderful performance by Soundscapes during the first weekend of the Community Music Festival, and I congratulated CNU Luther School of Business Dean Alan Witt on his retirement. Enjoy retirement, Alan!

Congressman Bobby Scott@bobbyscott.house.govMay 4(source)

I joined my colleague Rep. Jen Kiggans, Del. Michael Feggans and community leaders at the United Jewish Federation of Tidewater’s Yom Ha'Atzmaut, (Israel's Independence Day) Celebration

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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(57)

H.R. 8684 (119th)
To amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to require group health plans a…
Joined: 2026-05-07
H.R. 8707 (119th)
To prohibit the use of funds to use military force in or against Iran, and for other purpose…
Joined: 2026-05-07
H. Con. Res. 93 (119th)
Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove Un…
Joined: 2026-04-28
H. Res. 1173 (119th)
Expressing support for the designation of April 2026 as "Second Chance Month".
Joined: 2026-04-14
H.R. 7766 (119th)
To amend title 10, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Defense to make certain li…
Joined: 2026-03-03

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Voting History

534 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
2025-05-20	H. Res. 426 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-19	H.R. 1286 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-19	H.R. 1263 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-15	H.R. 2240 (119th)	Final passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-15	H.R. 2255 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-14	H. Res. 352 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-14	H.R. 2243 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-14	H. Res. 405 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-14	H. Res. 405 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-14	H.R. 2215 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-13	H.R. 249 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-13	H. Con. Res. 30 (119th)	Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-08	H.R. 276 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-08	H.R. 276 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-05-07	H.R. 881 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-07	H.R. 1503 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-06	H. Res. 377 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-06	H. Res. 377 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-05	H.R. 36 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-05	H.R. 530 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-05-01	H.J. Res. 88 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-05-01	H.J. Res. 78 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-30	H.J. Res. 89 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-30	H.J. Res. 87 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-29	H.J. Res. 60 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-29	H.R. 859 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-29	H.R. 1442 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-29	H.R. 1402 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-29	H. Res. 354 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-29	H. Res. 354 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-28	S. 146 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-28	H.R. 973 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-10	H.R. 22 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-10	H.R. 22 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-04-10	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Accept Senate changes	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-10	H.R. 1228 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-10	H.R. 1526 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-09	H.R. 1526 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-04-09	S.J. Res. 18 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-09	S.J. Res. 28 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-09	H. Res. 313 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-09	H. Res. 313 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-08	H. Res. 294 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-08	H. Res. 294 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-07	H.R. 1039 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-07	H.R. 586 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-01	H.R. 1491 (119th)	Fast-track passage	NOT_VOTING	YES	—	Passed
2025-04-01	H. Res. 282 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-04-01	H. Res. 282 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-31	H.R. 997 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	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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