Billy J. Garrett, Jr. (born October 5, 1956) is an American politician and lawyer. He is a member of the South Carolina Senate from the 10th District (McCormick), serving since 2020. He is a member of the Republican party.

S.C. Senate , Garrett serves on the Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee, the Banking and Insurance Committee, the Corrections and Penology Committee, the Judiciary Committee, and the Medical Affairs Committee.

Following redistricting after the 2020 US Census, S.C. Senate District 10 covers parts of Abbeville, Greenwood, McCormick and Saluda Counties.

Political views Garrett is self-described as pro-God, pro-gun, and pro-life. He is personal friends with John McCravy, primary sponsor of South Carolina's fetal heartbeat bills, and Garret himself is a staunch supporter of the legislation.

Endorsements In June 2023, Garrett 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.

Personal life Billy Garrett is an attorney at the Garrett Law Firm and resides in McCormick, South Carolina. He was born on October 5, 1956, in Williamston, South Carolina. He is the son of Sigrid S. and Billy J. Garrett, Sr. He and his wife Denise have two children, Tara G. Mitchell and Billy J., III, and two grandchildren.

In 1978, Garrett graduated from Lander University. He would go onto to the University of South Carolina Law School, where he would obtain his J.D. in 1983. He is a founding member of the South Carolina Criminal Defense Attorneys group.

Electoral history Year Office Type Party Main opponent Party Votes for Garrett Result Swing Ref. Total % . 2020 S.C. Senate Rep. primary Republican Bryan Hope Republican 5,410 53.52% 1st N/A N/A General Republican Floyd Nicholson Democratic 23,989 55.96% 1st N/A Gain 2024 Rep. primary Republican Charles Bumgardner Republican 5,292 41.06% 1st N/A Runoff N/A Rep. primary runoff Republican Charles Bumgardner Republican 4,933 56.17% 1st N/A N/A

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