Years in Office
2
Bills Sponsored
11
Bills Co-Sponsored
871
Committees
0
Jonathan Jackson Biography
Jonathan Jackson, a former business executive and community organizer, was elected as U.S. Representative for Illinois’s 1st Congressional District in 2022. He focuses on expanding economic opportunity, criminal justice reform, and improving public education. Jackson serves on the House Agriculture and Foreign Affairs Committees, where he advocates for urban farming initiatives and global human rights. He has introduced legislation to increase federal investment in underserved neighborhoods. Jackson approaches his role with a commitment to practical solutions and responsive constituent service, reflecting the diverse needs of his district.
Education
- M.B.A., Northwestern University, Evanston, IL(1991)
- B.S., North Carolina A&T University, Greensboro, NC(1988)
Professional History
U.S. Representative
(2023-Present)Representing Illinois's 1st district
Professor, Chicago State University
(2013–15)Professor, City Colleges of Chicago—kennedy-King College
(2011–13)Financial Analyst
Business Owner
Nonprofit Spokesperson
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Jonathan Jackson's congressional service.
Affordable Housing Advocacy
Supported federal funding for affordable housing initiatives to address homelessness and housing insecurity in Illinois.
Small Business Support
Advocated for increased federal resources to assist minority-owned small businesses in recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gun Violence Prevention
Co-sponsored legislation aimed at reducing gun violence and improving community safety in urban areas.
Education Funding
Backed measures to increase federal investment in public schools serving under-resourced communities in Chicago.
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