Idaho’s economy is the envy of the nation — low unemployment, strong growth, and businesses that want to be here. That doesn’t happen by accident.

As co-chair of JFAC, the Legislature’s powerful budget committee, he helps set and oversee Idaho’s multibillion-dollar state budget and has steered Idaho through years of record surpluses while cutting taxes and maintaining a AAA bond rating. Moody’s upgraded Idaho’s credit rating — a direct reflection of the fiscally responsible budgeting Scott has helped lead.

Scott brings more than four decades of experience as a CPA, small business owner, and financial consultant to the Legislature. He doesn’t just vote on budgets — he understands them.