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WASHINGTON, DC — This week, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) took to the House Floor to honor the life and legacy of Ed Scott, a beloved member of the Midland community whose life was tragically taken on June 12th, 2026. In his remarks, Rep. Pfluger celebrated Mr. Scott's faithful service as a City of Midland employee, his three decades of umpiring softball, and the generations of young athletes across the Permian Basin who were shaped by his mentorship.

Watch his full remarks HERE.

Read his remarks as delivered below:

I rise today in memory of Ed Scott, whose life was taken by a senseless act of violence on June 12^th, 2026.

Ed graduated from Lake View High School in San Angelo. He was a dedicated City of Midland employee, serving his community for many years.

He was well known throughout Midland and West Texas for his involvement in softball, where he spent over 30 years as an umpire officiating recreational, high school, and collegiate games. Ed’s impact extended far beyond the softball field. He devoted much of his time to mentoring young athletes and umpires, creating memories that will live on for generations.

The loss of Ed Scott leaves a void that cannot be filled. He was the kind of man who made his community stronger simply by being part of it. His love for family and dedication to softball will continue to inspire all who knew him.

We continue to pray for his wife, Laura, his children, grandchildren, and the entire community of Midland. May God grant them peace, and may his memory serve as a blessing to all who knew him.