WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Rick Scott released the following statement after declining the offer by the Capitol Attending Physician to receive the vaccine for himself and select members of his staff.

Senator Rick Scott said, “I’m incredibly proud of the hard work by so many Americans that led to the development and distribution of the coronavirus vaccines this month. As we turn the corner on this pandemic, the priority must be to make sure the elderly and at-risk populations, as well as our healthcare workers, have access to the vaccine first. My staff and I will wait to get the vaccine at the appropriate time determined by our personal physicians. I’ve asked that my office’s allotment be given to vulnerable populations that need the vaccine most. I served in the Navy and I learned that it’s always important for leaders to put the troops first.”

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