Representative Cleo Fields, Democratic from Louisiana

Cleo Fields

Representative · Louisiana · Democrat

Cleo Fields

Biography
Cleo Fields began his career as a civil rights lawyer, advocating for equal treatment and access to justice in Louisiana. Elected as U.S. Representative for Louisiana’s 4th District in 1992, Fields focused on expanding voting rights, improving public education, and advancing economic opportunities for underserved communities. He played a key role in authoring and supporting legislation to enforce the Voting Rights Act and has served on the House Small Business and Judiciary Committees. Fields is known for his hands-on approach and commitment to ensuring that the voices of his constituents shape the policies he pursues in Congress.
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2025–Present

    Represented Louisiana's 6th congressional district for 1 term.

  • U.S. Representative

    1993–1997

    Represented Louisiana's 4th congressional district for 2 terms.

  • State Senator, Louisiana 14th District

    2019–2025

    Elected again to the Louisiana State Senate for the 14th district before returning to Congress.

  • State Senator, Louisiana 14th District

    1997–2008

    Served in the Louisiana State Senate until term limits prevented him from running for re-election.

  • Candidate for Governor of Louisiana

    1995

    Ran for governor, advancing to the runoff election against Republican Mike Foster.

  • State Senator, Louisiana 14th District

    1987–1993

    First elected to the Louisiana State Senate in 1987 and served for six years before entering Congress.

Policy Focus
Finance and Financial Sector50%
Education50%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Cleo Fields's record in Congress.

  • Voting Rights Advocacy

    Challenged Louisiana's congressional redistricting to protect minority voting rights, leading to the creation of a majority-Black district.

  • Education Funding

    Secured increased funding for historically Black colleges and universities in Louisiana during his legislative tenure.

  • Child Welfare Reform

    Sponsored legislation to improve foster care services and child welfare protections in Louisiana.

  • Health Care Access

    Supported expanding Medicaid coverage and health services for low-income families in Louisiana.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Financial Services

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