Peters, Scott H.

Scott Peters is a Democratic U.S. Representative from California's 50th Congressional District, which includes coastal and central portions of San Diego, Poway, and Coronado. First elected in 2012, he previously represented the 52nd District before redistricting moved him to the 50th in 2023. Peters brings extensive experience in public service and environmental law to Congress. Before entering the House, he served two terms on the San Diego City Council from 2000 to 2008, becoming the city's first City Council President, and served as commissioner and later chairman of the San Diego Unified Port District. He earned his undergraduate degree from Duke University and his law degree from New York University School of Law, and worked as an economist for the Environmental Protection Agency early in his career.

In Congress, Peters serves on the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the House Budget Committee, focusing on environmental protection and energy policy. His legislative priorities center on clean energy deployment, protecting veterans' benefits, reducing drug costs while supporting innovation, and addressing substance abuse. He has championed legislation on water infrastructure, veterans' readiness programs, and children's health initiatives. Peters is known for his willingness to work across party lines and has been recognized as one of the more independent Democrats in Congress, earning a reputation as a problem-solver committed to bipartisan solutions on issues affecting San Diego and the nation.