Jerry N. Govan Jr. is a Democratic member of the South Carolina House of Representatives representing District 93 . An Orangeburg native, he served over 30 years in the legislature, including from District 95 , and chaired the South Carolina Legislative Black Caucus. Notable achievements include senior ranking membership on the House Education and Public Works Committee , House Operations and Management Committee, chairmanship of the Public Safety Sub-Committee, and vice-chairmanship of State House Committees, with a record of legislative accomplishments in education and public works.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Graduated from South Carolina State University in 1982 with a bachelor's degree in political science; earned a Master of Arts in Teaching and an Ed Specialist Degree ; holds an Honorary Doctor of Divinity.
• Professional Experience: 27 years in education administration ; additional roles in personnel, pre-trial intervention, and small business management.
• Political Experience: 30-year veteran of the South Carolina House; second-ranking member overall; defeated challengers in elections, including Republican Krista Hassell and South Carolina Workers Party candidate Harold Geddings.