Rep. David Scott Dead at 80, Congressman
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Former House Agriculture Committee Chairman David Scott (D-Ga.) died at age 80 on April 22, 2026. Scott was first elected to Congress in 2002 and became the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee in 2020. He was also a member of the House Financial Services Committee. House Financial Services Committee Ranking Member Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) praised his commitment to public service and economic opportunity. The document contains no regulatory actions, compliance obligations, or legislative developments.
“Former House Agriculture Committee Chairman David Scott (D-Ga.) has died at age 80, House Democrats announced today.”
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This is a news obituary announcing the death of Rep. David Scott (D-Ga.) at age 80. The document provides biographical information about his congressional service, including his role as the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee and his membership on the House Financial Services Committee. The document contains no regulatory actions, proposed rules, compliance obligations, or enforcement measures. It is purely informational commentary on the passing of a public figure.
For compliance officers and financial services professionals, this document has no direct regulatory implications. While Rep. Scott's committee memberships touch on financial services regulation, his death does not create any new compliance obligations, reporting requirements, or regulatory changes. Any impact on legislative priorities or committee leadership would be a secondary political development not covered by this document.
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Rep. Scott dies at age 80
April 22, 2026 Reading Time: 1 min read
Rep. David Scott. Former House Agriculture Committee Chairman David Scott (D-Ga.) has died at age 80, House Democrats announced today. Scott was a member of the House Financial Services Committee.
Scott was first elected to Congress in 2002. A former business owner and television and radio personality, he became the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee in 2020. He had previously served in the Georgia General Assembly.
House Financial Services Committee Ranking Member Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) called Scott “a strong and steady voice in advancing policies to expand economic opportunity.”
“David led with compassion, conviction and an unwavering commitment to public service,” she said. “His contributions to this Congress and to the country will not be forgotten.”
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