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Don Chapman
Don Chapman (Republican Party) is a member of the South Carolina House of Representatives, representing District 8. He assumed office on November 14, 2022. His current term ends on November 9, 2026.
Chapman (Republican Party) ran for re-election to the South Carolina House of Representatives to represent District 8. He won in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Biography
Don Chapman was born in Yokosuka, Japan, and lives in Townville, South Carolina. Chapman earned a bachelor's degree in interior design and a master's degree in architecture and interior design from Savannah College of Art and Design in 1989. His career experience includes working as the president of and an architect with Chapman Design Group, Inc., and as a master builder with Icon Construction of SC, LLC. Chapman has served as the president of the Home Builder Association of Anderson, on the board of the Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce, and as the president of the Anderson County Arts Center.[1][2]
Sponsored legislation
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Committee assignments
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2023-2024
Chapman was assigned to the following committees:
Elections
2024
See also: South Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for South Carolina House of Representatives District 8
Incumbent Don Chapman defeated Jackie Todd in the general election for South Carolina House of Representatives District 8 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Don Chapman (R) | 86.9 | 14,314 |
 | Jackie Todd (Alliance Party)  | 12.7 | 2,090 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.4 | 67 | ||
| Total votes: 16,471 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for South Carolina House of Representatives District 8
Incumbent Don Chapman defeated Sherry Hodges in the Republican primary for South Carolina House of Representatives District 8 on June 11, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Don Chapman | 56.2 | 2,748 |
| Sherry Hodges | 43.8 | 2,144 | ||
| Total votes: 4,892 | |||
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Alliance Party convention
Alliance Party convention for South Carolina House of Representatives District 8
Jackie Todd advanced from the Alliance Party convention for South Carolina House of Representatives District 8 on April 20, 2024.
Candidate | ||
| ✔ | | Jackie Todd (Alliance Party) |
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Campaign finance
Endorsements
Chapman received the following endorsements.
- Frmr. President Donald Trump (R)
2022
See also: South Carolina House of Representatives elections, 2022
General election
General election for South Carolina House of Representatives District 8
Don Chapman defeated Ernest Mackins and Jackie Todd in the general election for South Carolina House of Representatives District 8 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Don Chapman (R) | 73.1 | 9,267 |
 | Ernest Mackins (D) | 24.6 | 3,115 | |
| Jackie Todd (Alliance Party) | 2.1 | 260 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.2 | 31 | ||
| Total votes: 12,673 | |||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Ernest Mackins advanced from the Democratic primary for South Carolina House of Representatives District 8.
Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. Don Chapman advanced from the Republican primary for South Carolina House of Representatives District 8.
Alliance Party convention
Alliance Party convention for South Carolina House of Representatives District 8
Jackie Todd advanced from the Alliance Party convention for South Carolina House of Representatives District 8 on April 23, 2022.
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Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
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2022
Don Chapman completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Chapman's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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1971: Our family returned to Anderson after my Dad retired from the US Navy after 22 years of service 1980: At 14 years old, began serving my community by volunteering for the Anderson Rescue Squad 1984: Graduated from TL Hanna High School after 12 years at Anderson District 5. 1989: Graduated from the Savannah College of Art and Design with a double major, a Bachelors of Arts and a Master of Architecture. Both self-funded by working mostly full-time 1993: Competed my Architectural Intern Development Program 1994: Founded Chapman Design Group in Anderson 1994: Met the love of my life Amy White and married 1995 2004: Developed Stonebridge at Rankin’s Lake, became a SC Certified Master Builder and founded Icon Construction of SC, LLC. 2005: Became a Registered Architect 2008: Elected to the Anderson City Council Seat 2 2010: Relocated our offices to Hwy 24 located in District 8 2018: Honored with “Small Business of the Year” by the Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce. 2019: Celebrated 25 years of business; Completed 400 projects 2021: Resigned from City Council; moved to Maret Road residence 2022: Announced conservative campaign for SC House District 8
- Public Safety - I will continue to be an advocate and champion for all those working in public safety at both local and state levels. Creating a safer environment for families and small businesses is my first priority. I have two brothers in law enforcement with 40 years experience combined. I also have countless friends and family members who serve their community as police officers, firefighters and with their EMS. I will stand with law enforcement in the SC House.
- Business Experience - My personal experience of starting & managing two businesses for the past 28 years helped shape who I am today. It is the kind of hands-on experience I will take with me to the legislature. I also have a proven track record of asking tough questions in my previous roles of public service and I will continue to do so.
- The Economy - The monumental impact small businesses have throughout Anderson and the upstate is simply incredible. Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy. I will fight for South Carolina families and small businesses in Columbia. District 8 serves nearly 16 miles of Interstate 85 as well as the majority of interchanges leading to Anderson. It is a prime spot for growth because of our proximity between Atlanta, Greenville and Charlotte. We need to be smarter about how we build our infrastructure and work together to create a better economic environment with more better paying jobs.
Protecting the 2nd Amendment - I was raised in a military family and taught to respect the United States Constitution. I realize, appreciate and honor the sacrifices that have been made to protect our freedoms. I am a long-time gun owner and I will fight to protect our 2nd Amendment rights.
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Campaign finance summary
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2024
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In 2024, the South Carolina State Legislature was in session from January 9 to May 9.
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2023
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In 2023, the South Carolina State Legislature was in session from January 10 to May 11.
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Candidate South Carolina House of Representatives District 8 |
Officeholder South Carolina House of Representatives District 8 |
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Footnotes
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| Preceded by Jonathon Hill (R) |
South Carolina House of Representatives District 8 2022-Present |
Succeeded by - |
