Years in Office
28
Bills Sponsored
398
Bills Co-Sponsored
7466
Committees
1
Danny Davis Biography
Danny Davis, a former postal worker and community organizer, has represented Illinois’s 7th Congressional District in the U.S. House since 1997. He focuses on expanding access to health care, reforming the criminal justice system, and supporting workforce development. Davis authored the Second Chance Act, which helps people reenter society after incarceration, and serves on the House Ways and Means Committee, influencing tax and social policy. He is known for hands-on engagement with constituents and a long-standing commitment to addressing urban challenges in Chicago.
Education
- Ph.D. in Public Administration, Union Institute, Cincinnati, OH(1977)
- M.S. in Guidance, Chicago State University(1968)
- B.A. in History, Arkansas AM&N College(1961)
Professional History
U.S. Representative
(1997-Present)Representing Illinois's 7th district
Co-Chair, Clinton-Gore-Braun ’92
(1992)Commissioner of Cook County, 1st District
(1990–96)Executive Director, Westside Health Planning Organization
(1975–1981)Alderman, Chicago City Council, 29th Ward
(1979–90)Training Director, Martin L. King Neighborhood Health Center
(1969–1971)Executive Director, Greater Lawndale Conservation Commission
(1969)Teacher/counselor, Chicago Public Schools
(1962–68)Clerk, Chicago Post Office
(1961–65)Board of Directors, National Housing Partnership
Founder/president, Westside Association for Community Action
President, National Association of Community Health Centers
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Danny Davis's congressional service.
Second Chance Act
Sponsored the Second Chance Act, providing support for reentry programs to reduce recidivism among formerly incarcerated individuals.
Child Welfare Improvements
Championed legislation to improve foster care and adoption services, including the Fostering Connections to Success Act.
Health Equity Funding
Secured federal funding for health centers in underserved Chicago communities to expand access to primary care.
Postal Service Protection
Advocated for and helped pass measures to preserve and modernize the U.S. Postal Service, protecting jobs and services.
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