May 18, 2013
Rep. Austin Scott (R-Ga.)
- District: 8th District, South central -- Valdosta, most of Warner Robins
- Residence: Tifton
- Born: December 10, 1969; Augusta, Ga.
- Religion: Baptist
- Family: Wife, Vivien Scott; one child
- Education: U. of Georgia, B.B.A. 1993 (risk management and insurance)
- Military Service: None
- Political Highlights: Ga. House, 1997-2011; U.S. House, 2011-present
- Elected: Elected: 2010 (2nd term)
- Committee Assignments: Agriculture (Department Operations, Oversight & Nutrition; General Farm Commodities & Risk Management; Horticulture, Research, Biotechnology & Foreign Agriculture - Chairman); Armed Services (Military Personnel; Oversight & Investigations; Readiness)
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State Information: 8th District, South central -- Valdosta, most of Warner Robins
| Year | Election | Candidate | Votes | Percent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | general | Austin Scott (R) | 197,789 | 100% |
| Year | Democrat | Republican | Independent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Barack Obama: 37% | Mitt Romney: 62% | |
| 2008 | Barack Obama: 39% | John McCain: 60% |
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