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Campaign Finance (2026)
Funding Sources
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Source: FEC · 2026 cycle
About
Scott Franklin is a Republican Representative from Florida's 18th District who served 26 years in the Navy and was a city commissioner for Lakeland, Florida.
Background
Scott Franklin served in the United States Navy for 26 years, including 14 years on active duty and 12 years in the Naval Reserve, eventually retiring with the rank of Commander. Following his military service, he entered the private sector in 2000 by joining the insurance agency Lanier Upshaw, where he rose to the position of chief executive officer. Before his election to federal office, he also served his community as a city commissioner for the Southeast district of Lakeland, Florida.
Political career
Scott Franklin began his political career in 2017 when he was elected as a city commissioner for Lakeland, Florida. He was first sworn into the U.S. House of Representatives in 2021, representing Florida's 15th congressional district. Following a shift in district boundaries, he began representing Florida's 18th district in 2023.
Current focus
Franklin, Scott represents the 18th congressional district of FL in the U.S. House. Franklin, Scott chairs the Environment. They also serve on the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies and the Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies. They have sponsored 36 bills in the current House, including H.R. 8407; H.R. 8199; H.R. 7734.
Committee Assignments
119th Congress
118th Congress
Legislative Activity
36
Bills Sponsored
10
Recent Votes