Don L. Scott Jr.

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Don Scott, Jr.'s Biography

Virginia House of Delegates Member Listings

Don Scott, Jr. is from Houston, Texas. He has a bachelor of science in agricultural education from Texas A&M University and a law degree from Louisiana State University. He lives with his wife, Mellanda, and their child, Peyton, in Portsmouth, Virginia. He attends Grace Episcopal Church.

Saving grace - Virginia Business

Don L. Scott Jr. is currently a delegate in the Commonwealth of Virginia House of Delegates, representing District 88. He was elected in 2024 and is serving his first term. He previously served as a delegate for District 80 from 2020 to 2024. He is the current speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates and previously served as minority leader from 2022 to 2024. He ran for the Virginia House of Delegates in 2019 but did not win.

Economy

As of September 17, 2025, Don L. Scott Jr. did not have a website or any information online.

Energy & the Environment

Public Safety

As House Speaker, plans to help lead Virginia Democrats in following through on their campaign promises: namely, codifying Roe v Wade, banning assault weapons and increasing teacher pay.

Education

Healthcare

Supports automatic restoration of voting rights after incarceration.

Voting & Elections

- The Virginia General Assembly, made up of the House of Delegates and the State Senate, is responsible for creating state laws.  
- Your state delegate serves your local district in the Virginia House of Delegates, advocating for your community's needs and interests.  
- Delegates have the power to write, sponsor, and vote on proposed legislation, including all bills related to the state budget, which begin in the House of Delegates.  
- The House of Delegates consists of 100 members, each elected to represent one district.  
- Delegates serve two-year terms and receive an annual salary of $17,640.