State House of Representatives District 80 in South Carolina State House District 80, South Carolina

2026 Primary Election

• Benjamin E Brown — Firefighter and Paramedic in Mount Pleasant, SC

  Benjamin E. Brown, a Mount Pleasant area firefighter and paramedic, is running for the South Carolina House of Representatives District 80. He emphasizes the need for integrity, accountability, and new leadership, stating he has witnessed the consequences of community issues firsthand. His campaign priorities include addressing traffic congestion and improving road safety, making healthcare affordable and accessible, and tackling housing affordability by reallocating state budget resources to prioritize public employees and education. Brown also advocates for protecting reproductive healthcare access, strengthening workers' rights, investing in public schools, and safeguarding South Carolina's environment. He aims to restore trust by solving problems in Columbia and serving all District 80 residents.

• Katherine D Landing — Incumbent South Carolina House of Representatives - District 80 in Mt. Pleasant, SC

  Kathy Landing is an incumbent Republican member of the South Carolina House of Representatives, District 80, having assumed office in 2022. A successful job-creating businesswoman, financial planner, and military wife, she holds a B.S. from Duke University and an M.S. in financial planning. Landing advocates for environmental conservation, opposing offshore drilling and road intrusion in Laurel Hill Park, while also seeking healthcare improvements such as allowing insurance purchases across state lines. She is committed to fostering prosperity, safety, and beauty for future generations in Mount Pleasant and South Carolina.