Scott F. Talley (born June 25, 1976) is an American politician. He is a former member of the South Carolina Senate from the 12th District (Spartanburg), serving from 2016 to 2024. Previously, he served the 34th House District in the South Carolina House of Representatives. He is a member of the Republican party.
S.C. House of Representatives (2000–2008)
S.C. Senate Talley was first elected to represent South Carolina's 12th Senate District, covering parts of Spartanburg County, in 2016. Previously, he challenged his predecessor, Lee Bright, in 2008. However, it would take a second primary challenge in 2016 for Talley to successfully unseat the incumbent.
In 2022, Talley announced he would be retiring and not seeking re-election in the 2024 race.
Endorsements In June 2023, Talley endorsed Tim Scott in the 2024 United States presidential election.Sen. Tim Scott in Spartanburg to announce campaign endorsements". FOX Carolina. June 12, 2023. Retrieved August 22, 2023.
Political views Talley supports the legalization of medicinal cannabis for patients with debilitating conditions as recommended by a licensed physician.
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. 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.
Electoral history Year Office Type Party Main opponent Party Votes for Talley Result Swing Ref. Total % . 2000 S.C. Representative Rep. primary Republican Charles A. Nichols Republican 2,533 80.44% 1st N/A N/A General Republican Write-in N/A 8,816 99.65% 1st N/A Hold 2002 General Republican Write-in N/A 6,695 99.84% 1st +0.19% Hold 2004 General Republican Royce A. Justice Democratic 8,900 65.43% 1st -34.41% Hold 2006 General Republican Write-in N/A 6,980 99.15% 1st +33.72% Hold 2008 S.C. Senate Rep. primary Republican Lee Bright Republican 4,194 44.15% 1st N/A Runoff N/A Rep. primary runoff Republican Lee Bright Republican 3,701 48.70% 2nd N/A N/A 2016 Rep. primary Republican Lee Bright Republican 2,594 26.56% 2nd -17.59% Runoff N/A Rep. primary runoff Republican Lee Bright Republican 4,863 51.60% 1st +2.90% N/A General Republican Write-in N/A 41,352 98.36% 1st N/A Hold 2020 Rep. primary Republican Mark Lynch Republican 8,015 52.82% 1st +1.22% N/A General Republican Dawn Bingham Democratic 42,201 64.86% 1st -33.50% Hold
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