On January 6, 2009, Congressman Scott Garrett was sworn in to his fourth term in the United States House of Representatives, representing New Jersey's Fifth Congressional District. He was first elected to Congress in 2002.
Scott is a leading advocate of tax relief and pro-growth economic policies that return the focus to the family budget, authoring and supporting initiatives that keep more of your money in your pocket. He has been working to improve accountability and transparency in budget procedures and other government practices to ensure that government is responsive to your needs.
At the beginning of this Congress, Scott was selected to serve as the Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Capital Markets, Insurance, and Government-Sponsored Enterprises for the House Financial Services Committee. As Ranking Member, he will be the top Republican on the subcommittee with jurisdiction over the Securities and Exchange Commission and government-sponsored enterprises Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
A lifelong resident of North Jersey, Scott is also a leading proponent of preserving open space and protecting such natural treasures as the Highlands, the Musconetcong River, and the Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge.
Prior to his election to Congress, Scott Garrett served in the New Jersey General Assembly from 1990 to 2002, as the senior Assemblyman for the 24th Legislative District, Assistant Majority Leader, and Chairman of the Banking and Insurance Committee. During his tenure, he also served on the Education, Transportation, Agriculture & Natural Resources Committees, as well as the Joint Committee on Public Schools.
Scott resides in Wantage Township in Sussex County with his wife, Mary Ellen, and their two daughters, Jennifer and Brittany.
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