Representative Katherine Clark, Democratic from Massachusetts

Katherine Clark

Representative · Massachusetts · Democrat

Katherine Clark

House Floor

Recent comments in the House

Mr. Speaker, we have been at war with Iran for 2\1/2\ months. What do we have to show for it? There is no victory. There is no strategy. We still don't have an objective. In fact, the President keeps saying this war is over, but we have 50,000 troops deployed to the region. The strait is still closed. Shipping is still blockaded, and negotiations that should be about making sure Iran never gets a nuclear weapon are completely stalled out. Meanwhile, every single day, working Americans are paying the price. Gas prices have spiked. They have skyrocketed through the roof.
DIRECTING THE PRESIDENT, PURSUANT TO SECTION 5(C) OF THE WAR POWERS RESOLUTION…··Share
Biography
Katherine Clark began her career as a public interest attorney, advocating for families and children. Elected to represent Massachusetts’ 5th Congressional District in 2013, she prioritizes gun violence prevention, affordable child care, and reproductive rights. Clark has authored legislation to expand child care access and serves as House Democratic Whip, shaping legislative strategy. Her leadership style emphasizes collaboration and equity, working to ensure her district’s needs are heard at the national level.
Education
  • M.P.A., Harvard University, Cambridge, MA
    1997
  • J.D., Cornell School of Law, Ithaca, NY
    1989
  • B.A., St. Lawrence University, Canton, NY
    1985
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2007-Present

    Representing Massachusetts's 5th district

  • Member, Massachusetts Senate

    2010–13

  • Member, Massachusetts House of Representatives

    2007–10

  • Admitted to the Massachusetts Bar

    1997

  • Clerk, Judge Alfred A. Arraj, U.S. District Court District of Colorado

  • General Counsel, Massachusetts Office of Child Care Services

  • Chief, Policy Division, Massachusetts attorney General

Policy Focus
Education39%
Families17%
Health13%
Congress9%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Katherine Clark's record in Congress.

  • Child Care Funding

    Secured increased federal funding for child care and early education programs through the American Rescue Plan.

  • Violence Against Women Act

    Helped reauthorize and strengthen the Violence Against Women Act to expand protections for survivors.

  • Opioid Crisis Response

    Advocated for and passed measures increasing funding for opioid addiction treatment and prevention programs.

  • STEM Education Access

    Championed legislation to expand STEM education opportunities for underrepresented students in public schools.

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