Scott F. Talley (born June 25, 1976) is an American politician. He is a member of the South Carolina Senate from the 12th District (Spartanburg), serving since 2016.[1] Previously, he served the 34th House District in the South Carolina House of Representatives. He is a member of the Republican party.[2]
Political Career
S.C. House of Representatives
S.C. Senate
Elections
- 2008 South Carolina Senate election: In 2008, Talley unsuccessfully challenged Lee Bright for the Republican nomination in Senate District 12.[3]
- 2016 South Carolina Senate election: In 2016, Talley and two other Republicans challenged Republican incumbent Lee Bright for state Senate. After coming in second in the primary, Talley faced Bright head-to-head in a runoff election, where Talley defeated the incumbent.[4][5] Talley would go on to win the uncontested general election.
- 2020 South Carolina Senate election: In 2020, Talley successfully fended off a Republican primary challenge from Mark Lynch.[6] He defeated Democratic challenger Dawn Bingham in the general election.
- 2024 South Carolina Senate election: Talley announced he will be retiring and not seeking election in the 2024 race.[7]
Endorsements
In June 2023, Talley endorsed Tim Scott in the 2024 United States presidential election.[8]
Political views
Medicinal Cannabis
Talley supports the legalization of medicinal cannabis for patients with debilitating conditions as recommended by a licensed physician.[9]
Personal Life
Talley was born on June 25, 1976 in Spartanburg, South Carolina, where he currently resides today. He and his wife, Kelly, have three children.[1] He is the Vice President of the Tyger River Foundation, an organization dedicated to the promotion, protection, and restoration of the natural and historic resources of the Tyger River Basin.[10]
References
- ^ a b "South Carolina Legislature Online - Member Biography". www.scstatehouse.gov. Retrieved June 3, 2020.
- ^ "The Voter's Self Defense System". Vote Smart. Retrieved June 3, 2020.
- ^ Dalton, Robert W. (June 25, 2008). "Bright defeats Talley". Spartanburg Herald Journal. Retrieved 2024-04-22.
- ^ Bell, Rudolph (June 28, 2016). "Talley beats Bright with help from advocates". The Greenville News. Retrieved 2024-04-22.
- ^ Auton, Scottie Kay (2016-06-29). "Talley defeats Sen. Bright in District 12 run-off". WSPA 7NEWS. Retrieved 2024-04-22.
- ^ Montgomery, Bob (June 10, 2020). "Talley wins GOP primary over Lynch in District 12 Senate race". Independent Mail. Retrieved 2024-04-22.
- ^ Bustos, Joseph (May 17, 2022). "Upstate SC senator won't seek reelection in 2024 after 16 years in General Assembly". The State. Retrieved April 21, 2024.
- ^ Sen. Tim Scott in Spartanburg to announce campaign endorsements". FOX Carolina. June 12, 2023. Retrieved August 22, 2023.
- ^ "South Carolina Senate Medical Cannabis Voter Guide" (PDF). Marijuana Policy Project. June 9, 2020. Retrieved April 21, 2024.
- ^ Healy, Lee G. (April 14, 2011). "Tyger River foundation aims to protect Upstate's land". Spartanburg Herald Journal. Retrieved 2024-04-21.
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