Henry E. Brown Jr.

Former U.S. Representative (January 2001-2011)

(Congress Bio Directory)

Why He Matters

Brown was the congressman for the 1st House district in South Carolina.

He sat on the House Natural Resources, Veterans' Affairs and Transportation and Infrastructure committees. He has used his seat on Transportation to bring millions in highway funds to his district, which runs along the coast of South Carolina. Brown is a cultural conservative who has focused on issues like a constitutional ban on child pornography and a resolution expressing support for public schools to sing "God Bless America."

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Background

At a Glance

Career History: South Carolina House of Representatives (1985-2000); Hanahan City Council (1981-1985); V.P., Piggly Wiggly Carolina Company (1958-1985)
Birthday: December 20, 1935 (1935-12-20
Hometown: Bishopville, South Carolina
Alma Mater: The Citadel; Baptist College
Spouse: Billye
Religion: Baptist

Committees: Transportation & Infrastructure; Natural Resources; Veterans' Affairs
DC Office: 103 Cannon House Office Building, 202-225-3176
District Offices: Myrtle Beach, 843-445-6459; North Charleston, 843-747-4175
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