Representative Delia Ramirez, Democratic from Illinois

Delia Ramirez

Representative · Illinois · Democrat

Delia Ramirez

Biography
Delia Ramirez grew up in Chicago as the daughter of immigrants and began her career as a nonprofit director focused on housing and anti-poverty initiatives. Elected in 2022, she represents Illinois’s 3rd Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. Ramirez prioritizes affordable housing, health care access, and immigrant rights, drawing on her community advocacy experience. She has introduced legislation to expand housing assistance and serves on the House Committee on Homeland Security. Ramirez approaches her work with a collaborative spirit, striving to amplify the needs of working families across her district.
Education
  • B.A. in Justice Studies, Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago, IL
    2004
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2023-Present

    Representing Illinois's 3rd district

  • Member, Illinois House of Representatives

    2019–22

  • Deputy Director, Community Renewal Society

    2016–17

  • Campaign Manager, Common Cause

    2015

  • Executive Director, Center for Changing Lives

    2004–13

Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National Security19%
Immigration16%
International Affairs13%
Taxation6%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Delia Ramirez's record in Congress.

  • Affordable Housing Advocacy

    Championed legislation expanding affordable housing access and tenant protections in Illinois.

  • Medicaid Expansion for Immigrants

    Led efforts to extend Medicaid coverage to low-income undocumented seniors in Illinois.

  • COVID-19 Relief Funding

    Secured emergency relief funds for working families and essential workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Support for Homeless Services

    Sponsored bills increasing funding for homeless shelters and supportive services in her district.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Veterans' Affairs
  • House Committee on Homeland Security

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