Senator Christopher Coons, Democratic from Delaware

Christopher Coons

Senator · Delaware · Democrat

Christopher Coons

Biography
Christopher Coons began his career as a legal counsel for a nonprofit, focusing on humanitarian issues before entering public service. Elected to the U.S. Senate for Delaware in 2010, he prioritizes bipartisan cooperation on judicial nominations, strengthening American manufacturing, and combating climate change. Coons has played a central role on the Senate Judiciary and Foreign Relations Committees and co-authored legislation supporting domestic semiconductor production. He is known for building consensus across party lines to deliver practical results for Delawareans.
Education
  • M.A.R., Yale University, New Haven, CT
    1992
  • J.D., Yale University
    1992
  • B.A., Amherst College, Amherst, MA
    1985
Professional History

  • U.S. Senator

    2010–Present

    Senator from Delaware. 3 terms.

  • County Executive, New Castle County

    2005–10

  • Associate (legal Counsel), W.l. Gore & Associates

    1996–2004

  • President, New Castle County Council

    2000–04

Policy Focus
International Affairs12%
Commerce8%
Labor and Employment4%
Energy3%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Christopher Coons's record in Congress.

  • Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

    Helped negotiate and pass the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, securing major investments in roads, bridges, and broadband.

  • Global Vaccine Access

    Led efforts to secure billions in U.S. funding for global COVID-19 vaccine distribution through the COVAX initiative.

  • Manufacturing USA Program

    Championed legislation to expand federal support for advanced manufacturing innovation hubs across the United States.

  • STEM Education Funding

    Secured increased federal funding for STEM education and workforce development programs, benefiting Delaware schools and students.

Committee Assignments
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  • Senate Select Committee on EthicsVice Chairman
  • Senate Committee on Foreign Relations
  • Senate Committee on the Judiciary
  • Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship
  • Senate Committee on Appropriations

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