Scott Holcomb
| Scott Holcomb | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Georgia House of Representatives for the 81st district | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office January 10, 2011 | |
| Succeeded by | Kevin Levitas |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 2, 1972 New Haven, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse(s) | Kathleen Oh |
| Alma mater | University of Connecticut West Virginia University |
| Website | Official website |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United States |
| Service/branch | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1998–2004 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Unit | J.A.G. Corps |
Scott Holcomb (born November 2, 1972) is a State Representative in the Georgia House of Representatives. He is a member of the Democratic Party.
Career
Holcomb served in the Army JAG Corps, deploying to Bosnia, Afghanistan, and Iraq.[1] Holcomb later worked at Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP and J.P. Turner & Company, L.L.C.[2] Holcomb has been named one of Georgia's Top 40 Under 40 by Georgia Trend magazine, and is a member of the Truman National Security Project.[3] He has also been affiliated with HOPE Atlanta, the Georgia Perimeter College Foundation, and the Georgia Asylum and Immigration Network. Holcomb has taught at the Sam Nunn School of International Affairs at Georgia Tech, and has appeared on CNN, NPR, and BBC.[2]
In 2006 Holcomb lost the primary for Secretary of State, but in 2010 ran unopposed for a State House seat that was unexpectedly vacated by his predecessor, who announced his retirement a few days after qualifying to run for reelection. Holcomb was reelected in 2012 following a redistricting that combined his district with that of another Democrat. Holcomb serves as Chief Deputy Whip of the House Democratic Caucus.[1] He serves on the Defense & Veterans Affairs, Higher Education, Juvenile Justice, and Public Safety and Homeland Security committees.[2]
Holcomb supports juvenile justice reform, deepening the Port of Savannah, and encouraging more students to graduate from high school and college.[4]
Holcomb is considered a rising star in the Georgia Democratic Party and is often mentioned as a possible candidate for statewide office.[5][6]
Personal life and education
Holcomb is married to Kathleen Oh, with whom he has two children. Holcomb earned a B.A. from the University of Connecticut and a J.D. from West Virginia University.[2] Holcomb is currently attending an MBA program at the University of Georgia.[7] Holcomb enjoys running marathons and completed Iron Man Florida.[2]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Hackle, Al (5 August 2013). "Democrats see fortunes turning in Georgia". Effingham Herald. Retrieved 15 August 2013.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 "Rep. Scott Holcomb". Georgia House of Representatives. Retrieved 6 September 2013.
- ↑ "Interview with Georgia State Representative Scott Holcomb". The Georgia Political Review. 26 April 2013. Retrieved 15 August 2013.
- ↑ "Interview with Georgia State Representative Scott Holcomb". Georgia Political Review. 26 April 2013. Retrieved 6 September 2013.
- ↑ Mimms, Sarah (2 May 2013). "Holcomb Considering Ga. Senate, Gubernatorial Bids". National Journal. Retrieved 6 September 2013.
- ↑ Hackle, Al (5 August 2013). "Democrats see fortunes turning in Georgia". Effingham Herald. Retrieved 6 September 2013.
- ↑ Mimms, Sarah (2 May 2013). "Holcomb Considering Ga. Senate, Gubernatorial Bids". National Journal. Retrieved 15 August 2013.