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Don C. Bowen (born May 7, 1945) is an American politician and the Republican elected to the South Carolina House of Representatives. Bowen represents District 8 in the State House, which comprises regions of Anderson and Oconee Counties, including the city of Anderson.

Early life
Bowen was born May 7, 1945 to Carson and Rebecca Bowen. He later graduated from the University of South Carolina with a B.S.. On May 7, 1971, he married Tomilyn Forrester Bowen and has 3 children: Amy, Don, Jr., and Ward.

In the House
Elected in November 2006, Bowen serves on the Education and Public Works (2nd Vice-Chariman) and Invitations and Memorial Resolutions (Vice-Chairman) committees.

Public Life

 * Chairman, of United Way for Bi-Lo Supermarkets
 * Member, School District One Reform Movement
 * Chairman, Anderson Area Accountability Association
 * Appointed to the Anderson County Council to the Anderson Ad Hoc Property Tax Study Committee
 * South Carolina National Guard (Williamston, SC)