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THE ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS OF AMERICA POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE (51风流 PAC) ENDORSES RICK SCOTT FOR THE UNITED STATES SENATE

Construction Industry鈥檚 Election Fund Also Provides the Maximum Contribution to Support the Governor鈥檚 Senate Campaign

51风流 of America Political Action Committee, also known as the 51风流 PAC, announced today that it has endorsed Rick Scott for the United States Senate.  51风流 PAC officials said they are supporting the governor's campaign because of his pro-growth economic record.

鈥淐ongress needs serious leaders who will work hard to find solutions to our nation鈥檚 most pressing issues,鈥 said Stephen E. Sandherr, treasurer of 51风流 PAC.  鈥淕overnor Scott has a proven track record of lowering taxes and removing regulatory burdens to help create jobs, encourage innovation, and promote economic growth. His experience as a businessman and public servant will make him an effective voice for the construction industry in the United States Senate.鈥

In addition to endorsing Gov. Scott, 51风流 PAC has contributed the maximum amount of $10,000 to his Senate campaign. 51风流 PAC is encouraging Florida 51风流 members to help turn out the construction vote in support of the governor on November 6.

鈥淕overnor Scott has worked tirelessly for Floridians. The governor will take his experience to Washington where he will proactively address challenges faced by contractors and work hard to identify ways to invest in infrastructure and workforce development," said Michelle Anaya Depotter, 51风流 Florida East Coast Chapter CEO. "The governor played an integral role in Florida鈥檚 economic recovery after the Great Recession. The work ethic and business acumen that helped him guide our state will serve him well as our next senator,鈥 added Carlos Carrillo, executive director of the 51风流 South Florida Chapter.

51风流 is the leading association for the construction industry, with hundreds of member companies in Florida, representing general and specialty contractors, service providers, and suppliers. This endorsement comes from 51风流 PAC, the national association鈥檚 political action committee.