Years in Office
18
Bills Sponsored
251
Bills Co-Sponsored
5768
Committees
2
Hank Johnson Biography
Hank Johnson, a former civil rights attorney, has represented Georgia’s 4th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2007. He has focused on criminal justice reform, voting rights protection, and consumer advocacy. Johnson authored the Arbitration Fairness Act and serves on the House Judiciary and Transportation & Infrastructure Committees. Through his legislative work, he advances equitable policies and ensures his district’s voice is heard on national issues.
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Hank Johnson's congressional service.
Judiciary Reform
Introduced the Fair Chance Act to ban federal employers from asking about criminal history early in the hiring process.
Military Base Environmental Cleanup
Secured funding for environmental cleanup at former Fort Gillem and Fort McPherson military bases in Georgia.
Voting Rights Advocacy
Co-sponsored the Voting Rights Advancement Act to restore protections under the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
Consumer Protection
Championed the Arbitration Fairness Act to limit forced arbitration clauses in consumer and employment contracts.
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