Henry Edward Brown

Republican Representative of South Carolina's 1st district

http://brown.house.gov

Congresses Served

House Terms

January 1, 1935 (90 years old)

Birthday

Served as U.S. Representative for a South Carolina congressional district from 2001 to 2011.
Elected to the Hanahan city council in 1981 and to the South Carolina House of Representatives in 1985.
Became chairman of the Ways and Means Committee in the South Carolina House when Republicans gained control in 1994.
Known for delivering the largest tax cut in state history during his tenure in the state legislature.
Won his congressional seat after a primary campaign that included distributing candy bars for name recognition.
Faced minimal opposition in early re-election campaigns, with no Democratic challenger in 2002 or 2004.
Experienced a close re-election battle in 2008, winning by a narrow margin against a Democratic opponent.
Announced retirement from Congress in 2010 and did not seek re-election.
Endorsed a candidate in the 2024 presidential election.
Involved in a controversy regarding a controlled burn that spread to federal land, resulting in a fine and changes to federal prosecution guidelines.
Held multiple committee assignments during his congressional career, including roles related to natural resources, transportation, and veterans’ affairs.