Eloise Scott

Eloise Scott (died October 2, 2013) was an American politician, Mississippi state representative and teacher from Benton County.[1]

Early life and education

Scott was born in Benton County, Mississippi. She went to the Mississippi University for Women for her bachelor's degree, and a Masters from the University of Mississippi.[2]

Career

Scott was a public school teacher in Mississippi for over three decades. In 1987 Scott was elected to the Mississippi House of Representatives where she served 4 consecutive terms. In 1999 Scott was appointed as the Chair of the House Ethics Committee.[3]

References

  1. ^ Harrison, Bobby. "Former legislator, educator Eloise Scott dies at 81". djournal.com. Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal. Retrieved March 8, 2026.
  2. ^ Wagster, Emily (October 8, 2013). "Former state rep. Eloise Scott of Tueplo Dies at 81". Clarion-Ledger. Newspaper.com. AP. Retrieved March 8, 2026.
  3. ^ "MISSISSIPPI LEGISLATURE 2003 Regular Session House Resolution 60". billstatus.ls.state.ms.us. State of Mississippi. Retrieved March 8, 2026.
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