Chrissy Houlahan

Years in Office

6

Bills Sponsored

106

Bills Co-Sponsored

1445

Committees

2

Chrissy Houlahan Biography

Chrissy Houlahan, a former Air Force officer and nonprofit leader, was elected to represent Pennsylvania’s 6th Congressional District in 2018. In Congress, she focuses on strengthening national security, expanding access to affordable healthcare, and advancing STEM education. Houlahan played a key role in passing bipartisan military family support measures and co-founded the Servicewomen and Women Veterans Congressional Caucus. She serves her district with a pragmatic, evidence-driven approach, prioritizing effective solutions to improve everyday life for Pennsylvanians.

Education

M.S. in Technology and Policy, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA
(1994)
B.S. in Industrial Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
(1989)

Professional History

U.S. Representative

(2019-Present)

Representing Pennsylvania's 6th district

President/chief Financial Officer/chief Operating Officer, Springboard Collaborative

(2012–16)

Chemistry Teacher, Teach for America Program, Simon Gratz High School

(2011–12)

Founder/chief Operating Officer, B-Lab Non-Profit

(2008–11)

Director of Distribution and Information Systems, And1 Footwear and Clothing Company

(1996–2005)

(chief operating officer, 2000–05 / vice president, 2004–05)

Research Assistant, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

(1992–94)

Impact & Accomplishments

Notable contributions during Chrissy Houlahan's congressional service.

STEM Education Advocacy

Co-founded the bipartisan Women in STEM Caucus to promote science, technology, engineering, and math education and careers.

PFAS Contamination Response

Secured federal funding to address PFAS water contamination affecting communities in Pennsylvania's Sixth District.

Veterans' Health Care

Supported the passage of the PACT Act to expand health care benefits for veterans exposed to toxic substances.

Small Business COVID-19 Relief

Helped pass legislation providing emergency relief funds to small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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