Scott Talley

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]

Scott Talley
Member of the South Carolina Senate from the 12th district
Incumbent
Assumed office November 14, 2016
Preceded by	Lee Bright
Member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from the 34th district
In office 2000–2008
Preceded by	John D. Hawkins
Succeeded by	Mike Forrester
Personal details
Born	(1976-06-25) June 25, 1976 (age 47) Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States
Political party	Republican
Spouse	Kelly J. Bigham ​ (m. 2003)​
Children	3 children, Hudson, Leyton, and Wells
Parent(s)	Frank J. and Susan H. Talley
Alma mater	Wofford College (BA) University of South Carolina School of Law (JD)
Profession	Attorney

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

1. "South Carolina Legislature Online - Member Biography". www.scstatehouse.gov. Retrieved June 3, 2020.
2. "The Voter's Self Defense System". Vote Smart. Retrieved June 3, 2020.
3. Dalton, Robert W. (June 25, 2008). "Bright defeats Talley". Spartanburg Herald Journal. Retrieved 2024-04-22.
4. Bell, Rudolph (June 28, 2016). "Talley beats Bright with help from advocates". The Greenville News. Retrieved 2024-04-22.
5. Auton, Scottie Kay (2016-06-29). "Talley defeats Sen. Bright in District 12 run-off". WSPA 7NEWS. Retrieved 2024-04-22.
6. Montgomery, Bob (June 10, 2020). "Talley wins GOP primary over Lynch in District 12 Senate race". Independent Mail. Retrieved 2024-04-22.
7. 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.
8. Sen. Tim Scott in Spartanburg to announce campaign endorsements". FOX Carolina. June 12, 2023. Retrieved August 22, 2023.
9. "South Carolina Senate Medical Cannabis Voter Guide" (PDF). Marijuana Policy Project. June 9, 2020. Retrieved April 21, 2024.
10. Healy, Lee G. (April 14, 2011). "Tyger River foundation aims to protect Upstate's land". Spartanburg Herald Journal. Retrieved 2024-04-21.

South Carolina House of Representatives
Preceded by John D. Hawkins	Member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from the 34th district 2001-2008	Succeeded by Mike Forrester
South Carolina Senate
Preceded by Lee Bright	Member of the South Carolina Senate from the 12th district 2016–present	Incumbent

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