Three-term Delegate Scott Wyatt is seeking re-election in House District 60, emphasizing his experience representing Hanover and New Kent counties and his work on youth services, law enforcement support, and local economic initiatives. Wyatt faces Democrat Andrew Ward.

Wyatt, who retired as a telecommunications manager and previously served as a Hanover County supervisor easily won reelection in 2023 carrying nearly 70% of the vote.

Among other legislation, Wyatt was the principal sponsor of a bill to lower the disclosure threshold to protect the identities of Virginia Lottery winners and help shield them from scammers. (RELATED: Youngkin Signals Support for Sweeping School Choice Program, Spanberger Defers)

Wyatt has worked to secure state funding for Hanover County youth support services including mental health and foster care. He has sponsored bills to require Voter ID, fund school resource officers, and require parental consent for minors’ social media accounts. He has been a vocal supporter of law enforcement and sponsored legislation to combat fentanyl smuggling in Virginia.

Should he be reelected, Wyatt is working on legislation to combat school bullying and will continue to introduce legislation that makes the cost of living more affordable, increase wages, and lower taxes. (RELATED: Del. Batten faces 2023 Rematch for House District 71)

Wyatt championed the Port of Virginia which has created statewide jobs including the New Kent County AutoZone Distribution Center and introduced legislation requiring school principals to report to law enforcement criminal actions by students.

“It’s been an honor to represent these folks, and I’d be honored if they’d allow me to serve them for another two years,” he said.(RELATED: Virginia Re-Enters The Power Game as a Major Player)

Democrat Andrew Ward is a public school teacher who claims to have been a Republican, but says he left the party over what he calls “MAGA extremism”. His first foray into politics came when he got involved in campaigns against parental oversight of school libraries. He hopes to increase school funding, provide state financing for political campaigns, and increase the salaries of state legislators.

The 60th District includes parts of Hanover and New Kent counties.