Direct answer: Congressman David Scott has died on April 21, 2026, while seeking reelection to a 13th term. He was 80 years old.[4][5]
Details and context:
- Scott served as a long-time Georgia Democrat and was the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee; his death creates a vacancy in GA-13 ahead of upcoming elections.[5][4]
- Reports indicate he faced health challenges in recent years and had ongoing intra-party primary challenges before his passing.[4][5]
What this means going forward:
- A vacancy will trigger a process to fill the seat per House and state election rules, with potential special elections or interim arrangements depending on timing.[5]
- Reactions from House leadership and Democratic colleagues have noted the impact on the caucus and constituent service, given his senior role and committee leadership.[5]
If you’d like, I can pull up a succinct timeline of Scott’s major policy positions and notable actions, or summarize current coverage from reliable outlets. Please tell me which you prefer.[4][5]
Sources
The announcement of Scott's death occurred during the Congressional Black Caucus' weekly luncheon on Capitol Hill
www.independent.co.ukWASHINGTON D.C. - Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13) released the following statement following his vote to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) enhanced tax credits. “Today I voted YES to extend the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium tax credits because no Georgian should have to choose between paying their health insurance bill and putting food on the table. Access to these tax credits has b...
davidscott.house.govWASHINGTON D.C. - Yesterday, Congressman David Scott (GA-13), sent a letter to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) urging an immediate stay of removal for Georgia constituent and U.S. Army veteran Godfrey Wade and calling for his immigration case to be heard in court before any further enforcement action is taken. Mr. Wade, who honorably served eight years in the United States Army, was arre... … WASHINGTON D.C. - Today, Congressman David Scott (GA-13), a senior member of the House...
davidscott.house.govU.S. Rep. David Scott has died. The Georgia Democrat was 80. Scott was seeking his 13th term in Congress despite challenges from within his party. Scott was Democrats’ ranking member on the House Agriculture Committee, despite most recently representing a metro Atlanta district. Scott was once a leading voice for his party on issues related to farm aid policy and food aid for consumers and a prominent Black member of the party’s moderate Blue Dog caucus. But Scott faced criticism and concerns...
www.ajc.comRep. David Scott (D-Ga.) went after a photographer outside the Capitol on Wednesday and shouted that he was an "a--hole" for capturing him on camera.
ground.newsU.S. Representative David Scott, a key figure in Georgia's political landscape and the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died at age 80, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and service., Agency News, Times Now
www.timesnownews.comGeorgia Rep. David Scott has easily defeated challengers during his 12 terms, but a new revelation about his voting record could make his reelection less assured.
www.cbsnews.comA young Democrat who had a tense town hall exchange with Rep. David Scott, D-Ga., is now challenging him, in the latest iteration of the Biden effect.
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