State House of Representatives District 79 in South Carolina State House District 79, South Carolina

2026 Primary Election

• Hamilton R Grant — Incumbent State Representative in Columbia, SC

  Hamilton R. Grant is an incumbent Democratic member of the South Carolina House of Representatives, serving District 79 since November 2024. A husband, father, and businessman, he leads Grant Business Advisors and is a proud resident of Columbia, South Carolina. Grant is an alumnus of South Carolina State University and Alabama A&M University. He is currently seeking re-election in the 2026 Democratic primary. His legislative focus is on protecting the integrity of public education from political attacks and ensuring strong infrastructure, fostering economic growth, addressing the state’s housing crisis, and building a sustainable workforce equipped with essential skills. Grant is committed to strategic partnerships that uplift families across the state.

• Anthony M Stovall — Business Owner and Educator in Columbia, SC

  Anthony Stovall is a Democratic candidate for the South Carolina House of Representatives, District 79, in 2026. A father and grandfather, he is a retired senior military leader with 39 years in the U.S. Air Force, an educator, business owner, author, and community advocate in Columbia. His distinguished military career included combat deployments and senior leadership roles. Stovall founded TLS Global Management Services and the FHL Leadership Group, promoting leadership and workforce readiness. Active in civic organizations like the NAACP and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, he advocates for safer communities, expanded quality healthcare, and strengthening job pipelines for better wages. His candidacy stems from a lifelong commitment to service.