Representative Nancy Mace, Republican from South Carolina

Nancy Mace

Representative · South Carolina · Republican

Nancy Mace

Biography
Nancy Mace began her career as a business consultant and communications executive before entering public service. Elected in 2020, she represents South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. Mace prioritizes government accountability, veterans’ issues, and coastal environmental protection. She authored bipartisan legislation to expand access to mental health care for veterans and serves on the House Oversight and Accountability Committee. Mace approaches her work with a focus on pragmatic solutions, aiming to reflect the independent spirit of her Lowcountry constituents.
Education
  • M.A. in Journalism and Mass Communications, University of Georgia, Athens, GA
    2004
  • B.A. in Business Administration, The Military College of South Carolina, Charleston, SC
    1999
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2021-Present

    Representing South Carolina's 1st district

  • Member, South Carolina House of Representatives

    2018–20

  • Author, In the Company of Men: a Woman at the Citadel, Simon and Schuster

    2001

  • Founder and President, The Mace Group, Multi-Service Public Relations/marketing/web Services Business Consulting Group, Charleston, Sc

Policy Focus
Government Operations and Politics19%
Armed Forces and National Security11%
Crime and Law Enforcement11%
Immigration9%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Nancy Mace's record in Congress.

  • Veterans' Mental Health

    Co-sponsored the Brandon Act to improve mental health support and suicide prevention for service members.

  • Charleston Port Expansion

    Advocated for and secured federal funding to deepen the Charleston Harbor, boosting South Carolina's shipping capacity.

  • Animal Welfare

    Introduced the PAWS Act to strengthen penalties for animal cruelty and protect pets from domestic violence situations.

  • Coastal Resilience Funding

    Helped secure federal grants for South Carolina coastal resilience projects to mitigate flooding and hurricane impacts.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Armed Services
  • House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
  • House Committee on Veterans' Affairs

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