ABOUT BILL HERBKERSMAN

"We need more strong Republicans, like Bill, to make America great again!"

"Bill Herbkersman has been a tireless advocate for the Lowcountry. He is a leader and protecting our pristine coastal treasures, small business owners, our veterans and local schools. Looking out for the taxpayers comes natural to Bill and we need more conservatives like him in Columbia. I’m honored to call Bill Herbkersman a friend and colleague and hope you will join me in supporting his re-election to the State House."

“During the time I’ve been in office and working with Bill, we have finally seen Beaufort County, and Jasper County as well, being treated more fairly in the appropriations process; when your tax dollars are being spent.”

Senator Tom Davis

46th District

"Bill has been an exemplary public servant for the people of District 118 for more than 17 years. As a member of the Ways and Means Committee, he has helped craft meaningful and important legislation that has improved our state. He offers his committee, caucus, and the House great experience, intelligence, and commitment. The House is stronger and better served because of him, and I urge the citizens of District 118 to give him their vote.”

Representative Jay Lucas

Speaker of the South Carolina House

The sign of a true public servant is not what happens in front of the camera or for the camera but what happens each and everyday - as Bill Herbkersman’s desk mate in the SC House I know how much he cares about people and how hard he works to represent each and every resident of Beaufort and Jasper Counties.  His constituent service and seniority are invaluable to our Delegation and the Lowcountry. I urge the citizens of District 118 to vote to re-elect Representative Bill Herbkersman.

Representative Weston Newton

120th District

"I am pleased to endorse Rep Bill Herbkersman for re-election in the June 9th Republican Primary. Bill has been a huge supporter of law enforcement and has made sure that state dollars were allocated to our County for one of the few DNA testing labs in South Carolina. The dollars provided through Bill’s hard work have also greatly enhanced our technology which enables us to continue to care for the citizens of Beaufort County at a high level. Once again, I urge you to vote for this proven and capable leader, Rep. Bill Herbkersman."

P.J. Tanner

Beaufort County Sheriff

Mark Lawson

Beaufort County Councilman

"Bill has been a hard working legislator, not only for our town, but our entire county and region. He is responsive and is very respected in Columbia and amongst our delegation. We are fortunate to have such a dedicated group that fight for our needs."

Lisa Sulka

Mayor of Bluffton

 "He’s equal to any of the legislators that I’ve ever worked with. His work at TCL and USCB has been a big help to us over here in Jasper County. We know we can always count on him."

Joey Malphrus

Mayor of Ridgeland, SC

"Tina and I fully support Representative Herbkersman, we know that we have a true friend who will fight for the protection of the May River and the beautiful low country ecosystem our family has called home for over 100 years."

Larry Toomer

Bluffton Town Council,

Bluffton Oyster Co. and lifelong resident

"Debbie and I are excited to see Bill running for re-election. We are thankful for all he does for our community. We gladly endorse and support him. Keep up the good work!"

Dan Wood

Bluffton Town Councilman

"I have watched Bill Herbkersman work tirelessly on behalf of our military presence in South Carolina over the last 6+ years, and he is respected at every level of government, effective in his approaches to challenge and opportunities, and successful in his efforts. Beaufort County (and South Carolina) is fortunate to be the recipient of his selfless service."

Bill Bethea

Chairman, SC Military Base Task Force

“Bill Herbkersman is a good friend and neighbor. During my years as a member of the USC Board of Trustees, representing the fourteenth judicial circuit, Bill was readily available when we were seeking funding for the expansion of USCB from a two -year to a four-year baccalaureate degree - granting institution. Thanks to Bill’s leadership in the legislature, we were able to obtain the funds necessary to insure the successful continuation of the university. Bill is a great asset to this community.”

Wes Jones

"TCL will be forever grateful to Rep. Bill Herbkersman for his unwavering support. As a former TCL Commissioner, I witnessed firsthand Rep. Herbkersman’s availability and responsiveness, not to mention his ability to deliver the funds that TCL needed. He understands how important TCL students are for our community's future, and he has made access to high-quality education a top priority. Based on his tireless advocacy for our community, I lend my full support to Rep. Bill Herbkersman."

Joanie Heyward

Technical College of the Lowcountry,

Bluffton Jasper Volunteers in Medicine

"I have worked with Bill over many years on issues of education in support of PK-12, USCB and TCL that have always focused on putting students, teachers and parents first. He works diligently to address the issues facing his district in a manner that highlights his deep commitment and caring for all. His seniority and leadership on key committees have helped Beaufort County in areas of budget, preservation, and especially in caring for our seniors. Because of all Bill has done for our community and will continue to do, I strongly support reelection of Bill for SC House District 118."

Dr. Barbara Stock Nielsen 

Former SC State Superintendent of Education longtime Bluffton resident

"It’s my great honor to support the re-election of Representative Bill Herbkersman to the South Carolina legislature. I have known Representative Herbkersman for many years and know him to be a man of the highest integrity, a financial leader, one who cares for and supports legislation to help meet the needs of his constituency, and has been honored for his service locally and state-wide."

Dr. Dennis Nielsen

"I know it is hard for all of us to focus on anything but the Coronavirus right now, but I want to implore everyone to focus on having excellent government representation over the next several years. Bill Herbkersman is up for reelection and I want to wholeheartedly support his reelection. Bill is one of the hardest working and most well respected members of the South Carolina House of Representatives. He’s done an exceptional job of serving us in the Lowcountry as well as the entire state. He is a very valuable voice on the Ways and Means Committee as well. I know all of this personally because I worked with Bill when I was in the South Carolina Senate, and while I ran the Department of Insurance for the State of South Carolina for over four years, and then afterwards in my consulting work for various businesses and charity concerns throughout the state. Bill is conscientious, trustworthy and an excellent person to represent us in the future. I recommend you support Bill Herbkersman in his reelection efforts."

Scott Richardson

Former SC State Senator and Director of Insurance SC

Edie Rodgers

Former SC House Representative

“We are blessed to have a successful, experienced, and proven leader in Bill Herbkersman.  Bill is the representative our area needs to assist us during these uncertain times.”

Dan Santorum

"Rep Bill Herbkersman is a true and dedicated Reagan Republican. He has important experience and seniority in the State House, as he serves on one of the most important House Committees. 

Rep. Herbkersman has worked hard for the people of his district. He has made sure that hard-earned tax dollars from his community have been returned to the district from Columbia to help meet local needs, which was not always the case. He is a man of character, a quality leader and is always is available to his constituents.  

It is my honor to know and support Bill. I urge you to re-elect him on June 9, 2020."

- Rick Santorum

Former US Senator, US Representative and presidential candidate

"Bill is a proven leader who gets results. His hard work and dedication have earned him respect within the legislature as he has risen through the ranks. In his success, Bill has not forgotten his roots and always puts his community first. For these reasons and many more, I support Bill and he has my vote."

- Tabor Vaux

Former Beaufort County Councilman

"I have lived in Beaufort County for 75 years. I have seen a lot of politicians and very occasionally a statesmen. Bill  Herbkersman is a statesman. This fact is not only represented by is accomplishments for his District and us his constituents, but also by the respect and responsibilities given to him by  his peers in the Legislature and most telling by the quiet and unassuming manner in which he conducts himself. 

Please join with me in supporting Bill in his re-election bid for the good of Bluffton, Beaufort County and South Carolina."

- Roberts Vaux

"You have been a consistent voice for protecting the air, land, and water of SC and we greatly appreciate your 78% lifetime record on conservation legislation. Your support of clean energy solutions, efforts to increase solar access for residents across all of SC, reauthorizing the Conservation Bank, opposition to offshore drilling, advancing state-level responses to flooding and sea level rise, and support of the right of citizens to a clean and healthy environment by fighting rollbacks to environmental protections have been critical in the SC House."

I have always, and will always support your constitutional right to bear arms. I was honored to receive an A rating from the National Rifle Association

“We’re proud of the relationships that we’ve built with incumbents from both sides of the aisle who have demonstrated an understanding of and commitment to the cause of strong public schools in South Carolina, and look forward to welcoming political newcomers to Columbia,” East said. “It’s a pleasure to publicly recognize our appreciation of their hard work and support.”

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"SC RPAC is proud to support Rep. Bill Herbkersman, District 118, in the 2020 primary election because of his continued support of legislation that protects homeowners and improves the quality of life in our state."

"This endorsement reflects your commitment to renewing a culture of life and your pro-life voting record that shows you are in agreement with the positions of South Carolina Citizens for Life." 

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"After careful evaluation of the candidates reviewed in your race and consideration of your qualifications and responses to our questions, it is very clear that you share our vision for making our County a better place to work, live and raise a family."

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"Your voting record demonstrates a commitment to the issues critical to the success of SC’s small businesses. On behalf of NFIB members in SC, thank you for your support of small business in the SC Legislature."

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I was honored to receive the Republican of the Year Award for 2020 from the Greater Bluffton Republican Club. This honor recognizes my conservative values and commitment to the Republican Party and acknowledges me as a respected leader within the party.

"For leadership in the House, the conservation community looks to Representative Bill Herbkersman" 

This award is given in honor of my never ending support of the preservation and conservation the Lowcountry and District 118.

I was honored by the BCRP for my service in flying relief missions to deliver supplies and aid to the Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian ravaged the islands.