Leon D. “Doug” Gilliam (born November 22, 1964) is an American politician and a member of the South Carolina House of Representatives. He represents the 42nd District and has been serving since 2018. Gilliam is affiliated with the Republican party.1
Personal Information:
- Retired Army
- JROTC Senior Army Instructor at Union Co. High School
- Resides at 3347 Buffalo-W. Springs Hwy., Buffalo
- Born in Union
- Son of Kelly Leon and Sue Gilliam
- Education: University of S.C.-Union (A.A., 1995), Liberty University (B.S., 2003)
Military Service:
- SCANG (South Carolina Air National Guard), 1984-1989
- USA (United States Army), 1989-2015
- Notable military awards: Legion of Merit with OLC, Bronze Star with V-Device, Combat Infantryman Badge, and more
Other Roles:
- 218th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade, Command Sergeant Major (2011-2015)
- Kosovo Force (KFOR) 16-Multi-National Battle Group-East Command Sergeant Major (2012-2013)
- Union High School JROTC Senior Army Instructor (2015-2018)
- Reserve Sheriff Deputy, Union County Sheriff’s Department
- Member of Union Masonic Lodge 75
- Inducted into the SCNG Enlisted Hall of Fame in 2016
Family:
- Married to Pamela Rodgers since July 26, 1986
- They have one child, Hannah Faith
Community Involvement:
- Member of Phillippi Baptist Church
Committee Assignments:
- Education and Public Works
- Legislative Oversight
