"David Scott was a trailblazer who served the district that he represented admirably, rose up from humble beginnings to become the first African American ever to chair the House Ag Committee. He cared about the people that he represented. He was fiercely committed to getting things done for the people of the great state of Georgia, and he'll be deeply missed."
"We are all deeply saddened by the news of Rep. David Scott's passing. For more than two decades, David faithfully served the people of Georgia's 13th Congressional District and spent the majority of his life in service to others."
David Scott, a Democratic Representative from Georgia, passed away at the age of 80. He served for over two decades and was the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee. His office described him as a devoted leader known for his kindness and compassion. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and House Speaker Mike Johnson expressed their sadness over his passing, highlighting his commitment to serving the people of Georgia. Scott's health had been a concern, raising questions about his potential reelection for a 13th term.
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