| abstract | - Representative Scott Turner, a small businessman, national motivational speaker and former NFL player, was elected to the Texas House of Representatives in November 2012. He represents Texas House District 33 which encompasses all of Rockwall County and portions of Collin County. For his first legislative session, Rep. Turner has been assigned to the House Government Efficiency and Reform Committee and the Human Services Committee. He has also been appointed to the House Federalism and Fiscal Responsibility Select Committee. A fourth generation Texan, growing up in Richardson, Rep. Turner attended the University of Illinois, graduating with a degree in speech communications. In 1995, he began his 9-year professional football career as a defensive back when he was drafted by the Washington Redskins. He went on to play for the San Diego Chargers and the Denver Broncos. During his stint in Washington, D.C., Rep. Turner spent a great deal of time alongside then-Chairman of the House Committee on Armed Services, Duncan Hunter, assisting with military affairs. After retiring from the NFL, Rep. Turner returned to the Dallas area to pursue his business career. He is now the Director of Business Development and Corporate Chaplain at Systemware, Inc. Rep. Turner serves on several community boards including Presbyterian Hospital’s Presidents Leadership Council, Dallas Metropolitan YMCA Board of Directors, Prestonwood Christian Academy Board of Trustees and GuideStone Financial Board of Directors. He is an active member of Prestonwood Baptist Church where he serves as a Bible fellowship class leader and occasional guest pastor. www.Facebook.com/ScottTurnerTx
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