Bill Whitmire
William Whitmire (born August 24, 1948) is an American politician. He is a member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from the 1st District, serving since 2003. He is a member of the Republican Party.[1]
Bill Whitmire | |
|---|---|
| Member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from the 1st district | |
| Assumed office 2003 | |
| Preceded by | Gresham Barrett |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 24, 1948 Seneca, South Carolina, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Kathy Lynn Pittard |
| Children | 3 |
| Alma mater | Piedmont College |
Whitmire serves as Chair of the College and University Trustee Screening Commission, a Joint Committee with members from the House and Senate.[2]
Early life and education
Whitmire was born on August 24, 1948, to Ramsey and Marie Fagan Whitmire. He is a graduate of Piedmont College.[3]
Career
Whitmire is a retired educator in the School District of Oconee County. He was also a member of the United States Army Reserves from 1971 to 1977. Whitmire also served on the Walhalla city council and served as the mayor before being elected to the South Carolina House of Representatives in 2003.[3]
Personal life
Whitmire is married to Kathy Lynn Pittard. They have 3 children.[3]
References
- "William Whitmire". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved April 25, 2015.
- "College and University Trustee Screening Commission". South Carolina Legislature. 2023. Retrieved January 26, 2023.
- "South Carolina Legislature Online – Member Biography". www.scstatehouse.gov. Retrieved 2022-01-02.