Representative Lucy McBath, Democratic from Georgia

Lucy McBath

Representative Lucy McBath

Lucy McBath, a former flight attendant and gun safety advocate, was elected to represent Georgia’s 7th Congressional District in 2022. She entered public service after the tragic loss of her son to gun violence, making firearm safety, health care access, and voting rights central pillars of her work. McBath authored the Safe Gun Storage Act and serves on the House Judiciary Committee, where she advances legislation to reduce gun violence and protect civil liberties. Through her compassionate approach and steadfast advocacy, she gives voice to families impacted by violence and works to ensure safer, more equitable communities across her district.

Education

  • B.A. in Political Science, Virginia State University, Petersburg, VA
    (1982)

Professional History

U.S. Representative

(2019-Present)

Representing Georgia's 7th district

Flight Attendant, Delta Air Lines

American Gun Violence Prevention Advocate

National Spokesperson, Everytown for Gun Safety

National Spokesperson, Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America

Policy Focus Areas

Education24%
Labor and Employment20%
Crime and Law Enforcement14%
Health8%

Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Lucy McBath's record in Congress.

Gun Violence Prevention

Co-sponsored and helped pass H.R.8, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act to expand federal background checks on firearm sales.

Maternal Health

Introduced the Mothers and Offspring Mortality and Morbidity Awareness (MOMMA) Act to address maternal mortality disparities.

Veterans' Mental Health

Championed the VA Mental Health Staffing Improvement Act to increase mental health staff at Veterans Affairs facilities.

Cancer Research Funding

Secured increased federal funding for cancer research through the National Institutes of Health appropriations.

Committee Assignments

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  • House Committee on Education and Workforce
  • House Committee on the Judiciary

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