Senator George E. "Chip" Campsen III is a Republican representing District 43 in the South Carolina State Senate, covering parts of Beaufort, Charleston, and Colleton Counties. Born on March 30, 1959, in Charleston, South Carolina, he has served in the Senate since 2005 and resides in Isle of Palms. Notable achievements include receiving the Order of the Palmetto , SC Wildlife Federation Conservationist of the Year , and Palmetto Family Council awards. He currently chairs the Senate Fish, Game and Forestry Committee and the Charleston County Legislative Delegation, and serves on the Judiciary, Legislative Oversight, Rules, and Transportation Committees.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: BS in Biology from Furman University ; JD from University of South Carolina ; MS in Business Administration from University of South Carolina . Member of Phi Beta Kappa.
• Political Experience: South Carolina House of Representatives ; South Carolina State Senate, District 43 . Previously served on committees including Agriculture and Natural Resources, Corrections and Penology, and Invitations.
• Professional Roles: Partner at Campsen and Campsen, Attorneys at Law ; President of Fort Sumter Tours, Inc. and SpiritLine Cruises, LLC; Principal in Campsen Law Firm, LLC; experience managing private equity investment companies. Active in organizations like the Republican National Committee, South Carolina Bar Association, and Medical University of South Carolina President's Advisory Council.