Representative Nancy Mace, Republican from South Carolina

Nancy Mace

Representative Nancy Mace

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 Areas

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

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