Years in Office
16
Bills Sponsored
132
Bills Co-Sponsored
1753
Committees
1
Brett Guthrie Biography
Brett Guthrie, a former manufacturing executive and U.S. Army veteran, has represented Kentucky’s 2nd Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2009. Guthrie focuses on strengthening workforce development, expanding access to affordable healthcare, and supporting veterans. He has played a key role in authoring the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act to combat the opioid crisis and serves on the Energy and Commerce Committee, where he influences health and consumer protection policy. Guthrie approaches his role with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented mindset, working to address the practical needs of his constituents in Kentucky.
Education
- M.P.M., Yale University, New Haven, CT(1997)
- B.S. in U.s. Military Academy, U.S. Military Academy, West Point, NY(1987)
Professional History
U.S. Representative
(2009-Present)Representing Kentucky's 2nd district
Vice President, Trace Die Cast
(1991–2009)Member, Kentucky Senate
(1998–2009)Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Brett Guthrie's congressional service.
Opioid Crisis Legislation
Co-authored the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act to combat opioid addiction and improve treatment access.
Career and Technical Education
Sponsored the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act to modernize workforce training programs.
Medical Device Tax Repeal
Led efforts to repeal the Affordable Care Act’s medical device tax, supporting Kentucky’s health care industry.
COVID-19 Response Funding
Secured federal funding for Kentucky hospitals and health centers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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