Leon D. “Doug” Gilliam (born November 22, 1964) is an American politician and a member of the South Carolina House of Representatives. He represents the 42nd District and has been serving since 2018. Gilliam is affiliated with the Republican party.

Personal Information:

• Retired Army
• JROTC Senior Army Instructor at Union Co. High School
• Resides at 3347 Buffalo-W. Springs Hwy., Buffalo
• Born in Union
• Son of Kelly Leon and Sue Gilliam
• Education: University of S.C.-Union (A.A., 1995), Liberty University (B.S., 2003)

Military Service:

• SCANG (South Carolina Air National Guard), 1984-1989
• USA (United States Army), 1989-2015
• Notable military awards: Legion of Merit with OLC, Bronze Star with V-Device, Combat Infantryman Badge, and more

Other Roles:

• 218th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade, Command Sergeant Major (2011-2015)
• Kosovo Force (KFOR) 16-Multi-National Battle Group-East Command Sergeant Major (2012-2013)
• Union High School JROTC Senior Army Instructor (2015-2018)
• Reserve Sheriff Deputy, Union County Sheriff’s Department
• Member of Union Masonic Lodge 75
• Inducted into the SCNG Enlisted Hall of Fame in 2016

Family:

• Married to Pamela Rodgers since July 26, 1986
• They have one child, Hannah Faith

Community Involvement:

• Member of Phillippi Baptist Church

Committee Assignments:

• Education and Public Works
• Legislative Oversight