Peggy Scott (politician)

Peggy Scott
Member of the Minnesota House of Representatives from the 35B district 49A (2009–2013)
Incumbent
Assumed office January 6, 2009
Preceded by	Chris DeLaForest
Personal details
Born	December 1961 (age 60)
Political party	Republican Party of Minnesota
Spouse(s)	David
Children	2
Residence	Andover, Minnesota
Alma mater	Lowthian College
Occupation	Business owner, realtor, legislator

Peggy S. Scott (born December 1961) is a Minnesota politician and member of the Minnesota House of Representatives. A member of the Republican Party of Minnesota, she represents District 35B, which includes portions of Anoka County in the northern Twin Cities metropolitan area. She is also a small business owner and realtor.^[1]

Early life, education, and career[]

Scott graduated from Lowthian College, now called the Art Institutes International, in Minneapolis, in 1983, majoring in fashion merchandising. In addition to owning and operating a real estate investment company with her husband, she has been active in her community, serving on the Andover Parks and Recreation Commission, and coaching youth soccer and basketball. She is involved with the women's and youth ministry programs at her church and has served as an after-school care coordinator at the congregation's school.^[2][3]

Minnesota House of Representatives[]

Scott was first elected in 2008, running after three-term Rep. Chris DeLaForest opted not to seek re-election. She has been re-elected in the 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016, and 2018 elections.^[4]

References[]

External links[]

• Peggy Scott at Minnesota Legislators Past & Present
• Rep. Scott Web Page
• Project Votesmart - Rep. Peggy Scott Profile
• Session Weekly 1/23/2009: "Taking the chance: With open seat, Scott knew now is her time to serve"
• Peggy Scott Campaign Web Site
• 5/10/2013: "Minnesota Republican: ‘My heart breaks’ over same sex marriage win"