Scott Duff (November 12, 1950 – June 21, 2020) was an American politician. He served as a Democratic member for the 29th district of the

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Life and career

Duff attended

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and

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. Duff was a

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grower. In 1991, Duff was appointed to represent the 29th district of the

. Duff died on June 21, 2020 from complications of

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, at the age of 69.

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