Years in Office
18
Bills Sponsored
878
Bills Co-Sponsored
5017
Committees
4
Kirsten Gillibrand Biography
Kirsten Gillibrand began her career as a lawyer focused on protecting vulnerable clients before entering public service. Elected as U.S. Senator for New York in 2009, she has prioritized military reform, women's rights, and public health. Gillibrand authored bipartisan legislation to address sexual assault in the armed forces and has played a leading role on the Senate Armed Services and Agriculture Committees. Her advocacy for transparency and accountability in government shapes her approach to representing New Yorkers, emphasizing accessibility and responsive leadership.
Education
- J.D. in Ucla,(1991)
- B.A., Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH(1988)
Professional History
U.S. Representative
(2007-Present)Representing New York
Attorney
Special Counsel, U.S. secretary of Housing and Urban Development Andrew Cuomo
Private Legal Practice
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Kirsten Gillibrand's congressional service.
9/11 First Responders Health
Co-sponsored and helped pass the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act to provide healthcare for 9/11 first responders.
Sexual Assault Reform in Military
Led efforts to reform military justice by introducing legislation to remove sexual assault cases from the chain of command.
Paid Family Leave Advocacy
Introduced the FAMILY Act to establish a national paid family and medical leave insurance program.
Transparency in Government
Launched the 'Sunlight Report,' making her official meetings and earmark requests publicly available online for transparency.
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