G Murrell Smith Jr

G. Murrell Smith Jr. is the incumbent Speaker of the South Carolina House of Representatives, representing District 67. A Republican, he first assumed office in the House in 2000 and became Speaker in May 2022. He is seeking re-election in 2026, having advanced from the Republican primary without appearing on the ballot. His platform emphasizes upholding the sanctity of life and safeguarding Second Amendment rights. He advocates for lower taxes, responsible budgeting, and pro-business policies to foster economic growth and ease inflation, particularly focusing on keeping his community of Sumter competitive. He also prioritizes directing state resources to local needs such as infrastructure upgrades and flood mitigation.