Years in Office
12
Bills Sponsored
105
Bills Co-Sponsored
3231
Committees
2
Eric Swalwell Biography
Eric Swalwell began his career as a prosecutor, focusing on public safety and justice reform in Northern California. Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for California’s 14th district in 2012, he has prioritized national security, technology innovation, and gun violence prevention. Swalwell authored the No Guns for Abusers Act and has served on the House Intelligence and Judiciary Committees, bringing attention to election security and civil liberties. He is known for his direct communication style and commitment to transparent, responsive representation for his constituents.
Education
- J.D., University of Maryland School of Law, Baltimore, MD(2006)
- B.A. in Government and Politics, University of Maryland, College Park, MD(2003)
Professional History
U.S. Senator
(2013-Present)Representing California in the Senate
Planning Commissioner, Dublin Planning Commission
(2008–10)Law Clerk, Alameda County District Attorney’s Office, 2005 (deputy District attorney
(2006–12))
Commissioner, Heritage & Cultural Arts Commission
(2006–08)Councilman, Dublin City Council
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Eric Swalwell's congressional service.
Combating Foreign Interference
Introduced the Duty to Report Act, requiring campaigns to notify authorities of foreign offers of assistance.
Gun Violence Prevention
Co-founded the Congressional Future Forum to address gun violence and advocate for commonsense gun safety legislation.
Student Loan Relief
Authored the Student Loan Borrower Bill of Rights Act to protect and inform student borrowers.
Support for First Responders
Secured federal funding to improve equipment and resources for East Bay police and fire departments.
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