Georgia Rep. David Scott dies at 80
newsApr 22, 2026684,548
Georgia U.S. Representative David Scott died on April 22, 2026, at age 80. Scott, a Democrat representing Georgia's 13th Congressional District, served in the House from January 3, 2003, and was seeking a 13th term. He was a former chair of the House Agriculture Committee. His death creates a vacancy in the House that will reduce the Democratic delegation and prompt a special election under Georgia law to fill his seat.
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Rep. David Scott died April 22, 2026, at age 80.
He served in the House from January 3, 2003, until his death.
Scott was a former chair of the House Agriculture Committee.