Scott Hilton is a Republican representative for Georgia House District 48, serving communities including portions of Peachtree Corners, Johns Creek, Alpharetta, and Roswell.

Scott Hilton, born November 20, 1979, is a common-sense conservative and commercial banking professional who serves as Senior Vice-President at SouthState Bank, focusing on supporting small businesses with financial advice and capital. Previously, he led the Georgians First Commission under Governor Brian Kemp to reduce government red tape for small businesses. He resides in Peachtree Corners with his wife Meredith, who specializes in estate planning and special needs law, and their three children, one with a disability; the family enjoys hiking, traveling, and pickleball. Hilton is active in community leadership, including past roles as President of the Peachtree Corners Civic Association, President of the Fowler Family YMCA Board, and Treasurer of the Atlanta Down Syndrome Association. Notable achievements include recognition as “Legislator of the Year” by the Georgia Charter Schools Association and Council of Municipal Court Judges, high legislative scores on issues like border security , educational freedom , and big tech/free speech , and current committee roles such as Chair of the Information and Audits Committee, Secretary of the Education Committee, and Vice Chairman of the House Education Committee. He has authored bills expanding school choice, supporting individuals with disabilities , and keeping taxes low.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Graduated with honors from Georgetown University with majors in finance and international business; earned an accelerated MBA from Emory University with a concentration in capital markets. Also a graduate of Leadership Georgia, Conservative Policy Leadership Institute, and LEAD Atlanta.
• Political Experience: First elected to the Georgia House in 2016 for District 95 , serving as deputy whip; lost re-election in 2018 to Beth Moore but returned after redistricting by winning District 48. Ran emphasizing bipartisanship, inclusivity, and opposition to government overreach during the pandemic.