Phil Scott is an American politician serving as the Governor of Vermont. He has been in office since January 2017 and is a member of the Republican Party. Before becoming governor, Scott held the position of Lieutenant Governor of Vermont from 2011 to 2017. He has a background in business, particularly in the automotive industry. Scott was born on August 4, 1958, in Burlington, Vermont. He graduated from Vermont Technical College and has been involved in local politics for many years. As governor, he focuses on issues such as economic development, education, and healthcare in the state.