Representative Chrissy Houlahan, Democratic from Pennsylvania

Chrissy Houlahan

Representative · Pennsylvania · Democrat

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

Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National Security20%
Commerce10%
Labor and Employment9%
Education9%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Chrissy Houlahan's record in Congress.

  • 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.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Armed Services
  • House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence

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