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Profile of U.S. Senator Rick Scott

Original title: Rick Scott — ballotpedia.org

June 10, 2026

U.S. Senate Florida Elections Republican Party Government Leadership

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The Frame

What this does

As a sitting U.S. Senator, Rick Scott holds a vote on federal legislation, confirms judicial and executive appointments, and serves on key committees that oversee national defense, foreign policy, and aging services.

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Florida Residents

Residents are represented by Senator Scott in federal legislative matters and committee oversight.

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Summary

Rick Scott is a Republican U.S. Senator representing Florida, currently serving a term that runs through January 2031. He previously served as the Governor of Florida from 2011 to 2019 and was recently re-elected to the Senate in November 2024.

Key Facts

Rick Scott has served as a U.S. Senator from Florida since January 3, 2019.
His current Senate term expires on January 3, 2031.
Scott won re-election to the U.S. Senate on November 5, 2024.
He served as the Governor of Florida from 2011 to 2019.
Scott was defeated by John Thune in the November 13, 2024, U.S. Senate leadership election.
He receives a base annual salary of $174,000 as a U.S. Senator.
For the 2025-2026 session, Scott serves as Chairman of the Special Committee on Aging.
He is a member of the Senate Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign Relations.
He chairs the Subcommittee on Seapower within the Armed Services Committee.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Rick Scott's current term end?

His current term ends on January 3, 2031.

What committees does Rick Scott serve on?

He serves on the Special Committee on Aging (as Chairman), the Committee on Armed Services, and the Committee on Foreign Relations.

Why It Matters

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Leadership Bid

Rick Scott actively sought the position of Senate Republican leader in 2024, marking a significant attempt to shift his role within the party hierarchy.

Rick Scott Mitch McConnell John Thune

Connected Entities

personJohn Thune“U.S. Senator who defeated Scott in the 2024 leadership election.”Map →

personBill Nelson“Predecessor to Rick Scott in the U.S. Senate.”Map →

personRick Scott“U.S. Senator from Florida and former Governor of Florida.”Map →

personRon DeSantis“Successor to Rick Scott as Governor of Florida.”Map →

personMitch McConnell“Former Senate Republican leader whom Scott sought to replace.”Map →

Sources

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