Lucas Atkinson

State Representative, South Carolina · District 57

Lucas Atkinson, born on July 6, 1981, is an American politician affiliated with the Democratic Party. He assumed office on November 14, 2016, representing District 57 in the South Carolina House of Representatives.

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Role State Representative

Current office, as recorded in the directory.

District District 57

The district this member is elected from.

Service since 2024

Dates of service on record.

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Biography

Lucas Atkinson (born July 6, 1981) is an American politician. He represents the 57th District in the South Carolina House of Representatives and has been in office since 2016. Atkinson is a member of the Democratic Party. He attended Clemson University, graduating in 2004, and currently works as a consultant.1

Electoral History:

  • In 2016, after incumbent representative J. Wayne George decided not to seek re-election, Atkinson ran for his seat in District 57. He won the Democratic primary and the general election.
  • In 2018, Atkinson was unopposed in both the Democratic primary and general election.
  • In 2020, he secured a third term by winning the Democratic primary and running unopposed in the general election.

Committee Assignments:

  • Agriculture, Natural Resources & Environmental Affairs
  • Rules Committee

Fun Fact: Atkinson is an IPTAY Representative for Marion County, and his commitment to public service extends beyond politics—he’s also been involved with various boards and organizations in his community.

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References

  1. Lucas Atkinson, State Representative. scstatehouse.gov. Retrieved October 10, 2026.
  2. Official website. scstatehouse.gov. Retrieved October 10, 2026.