Senator Josh Hawley, Republican from Missouri

Josh Hawley

Senator Josh Hawley

Josh Hawley began his career as Missouri’s attorney general, earning recognition for his legal advocacy before entering national politics. Elected as U.S. Senator for Missouri in 2018, he has focused on issues such as technology regulation, religious liberty, and economic policy. Hawley authored legislation targeting the power of major tech companies and has served on the Judiciary and Homeland Security Committees. Known for his assertive style, he represents Missouri with a focus on individual freedoms and government accountability.

Education

  • J.D., Yale University Law School, New Haven, CT
    (2006)
  • B.A. in History, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
    (2002)

Professional History

U.S. Representative

(2019-Present)

Representing Missouri

Attorney General, State of Missouri, Jefferson City

(2017–19)

Of Counsel, Becket Fund for Religious Liberty

(2011–15)

Associate Professor, University of Missouri School of Law

(2011–16)

Attorney, Hogan Lovells, Us Llp

(2008–11)

Clerk, U.S. Supreme Court chief justice John Roberts, Washington, Dc

(2007–08)

Clerk, Appeals Court judge Michael Mcconnell, 10th Circuit, U.S. Court of Appeals, Denver, Co

(2006–07)

Policy Focus Areas

Crime and Law Enforcement8%
Armed Forces and National Security6%
Government Operations and Politics6%
Health5%

Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Josh Hawley's record in Congress.

Online Child Exploitation Legislation

Co-sponsored the EARN IT Act to combat online child sexual exploitation by reforming Section 230 protections.

COVID-19 Relief for Rural Hospitals

Secured additional federal funding for rural hospitals in Missouri during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Anti-Human Trafficking Efforts

Introduced the Human Trafficking Survivor Tax Relief Act to exempt survivors from federal taxes on restitution awards.

Big Tech Accountability

Introduced the SMART Act to restrict social media companies from using addictive features targeting children.

Committee Assignments

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  • Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
  • Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship
  • Senate Committee on the Judiciary
  • Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions

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