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Paul Scott
REPUBLICAN
Paul Scott is running for North Carolina State Representative, District 111.
Personal background
Paul Scott is from Hillsborough County, Florida. He has a master�'s degree in business administration from Heriot-Watt University. He has for children with his wife, Kelly.
Professional background
Paul works as the senior pastor of Big Springs Baptist Church and as a firefighter with the Polkville Volunteer Fire Department. He previously worked as a client technologies architect at the Duke University Health System.
Political background
Paul currently serves as the state representative for North Carolina's 111th District. He was first elected in 2024 and is serving his first term. Paul previously served as a member of the Rutherford County Board of Education, District 2.
Economy
As state representative, co-sponsored House Bill 11 to eliminate taxes on tipped, overtime, and bonus income.
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Energy & the Environment
As of January 5, 2026, Paul Scott’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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Healthcare
Opposes access to abortion.
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Voting & Elections
As state representative, sponsored House Bill 66 to reduce the length of the early voting period.
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Public Safety
Believes drugs have a "devastating effect" on communities.
As state representative, co-sponsored House Bill 5 that would reduce restrictions on the concealed carry of firearms.
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Education
As state representative, co-sponsored House Bill 87 to allow qualifying families to use public money for alternative schooling options, including private schools.
Opposes education on race and racism.
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Foreign Policy and Immigration
As of January 5, 2026, Paul Scott’s website did not contain information on this issue.
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