Tim Scott

Years in Office

14

Bills Sponsored

440

Bills Co-Sponsored

1844

Committees

5

Tim Scott Biography

Tim Scott grew up in a working-class family and built a career as a small business owner before entering public service. Elected as U.S. Senator for South Carolina in 2013, he has focused on expanding economic opportunity, advancing law enforcement reform, and promoting education initiatives. Scott led efforts to create Opportunity Zones to spur investment in underserved communities and played a key role in drafting the JUSTICE Act, aimed at police reform. He serves South Carolina with a pragmatic approach, emphasizing community engagement and economic growth.

Education

B.S. in Political Science, Charleston Southern University, Charleston, SC
(1988)

Professional History

U.S. Senator

(2011-Present)

Representing South Carolina in the Senate

Member, South Carolina House of Representatives

(2009–10)

Member, Charleston County Council

(1995–2008)

(four terms as chair)

Owner, Tim Scott Allstate

Partner, Pathway Real Estate Group

Impact & Accomplishments

Notable contributions during Tim Scott's congressional service.

Opportunity Zones

Authored and championed the Opportunity Zones provision in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act to spur investment in distressed communities.

Police Reform

Led Senate efforts on the JUSTICE Act to improve police accountability, transparency, and training following national calls for reform.

School Choice Advocacy

Secured expanded funding for charter schools and school choice initiatives through federal appropriations and legislative advocacy.

Fighting Human Trafficking

Co-sponsored and helped pass the Stop Enabling Sex Traffickers Act to combat online human trafficking and hold websites accountable.

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