Senator Maggie Hassan, Democratic from New Hampshire

Maggie Hassan

Senator · New Hampshire · Democrat

Maggie Hassan

Biography
Maggie Hassan began her public service as an advocate for children with disabilities before entering politics. Elected to the U.S. Senate from New Hampshire in 2016, she focuses on expanding access to healthcare, strengthening cybersecurity, and supporting veterans. Hassan played a key role in passing bipartisan opioid response legislation and serves on the Homeland Security and Finance Committees. She is known for pragmatic, solution-oriented leadership, working to address her state's needs with a collaborative approach.
Education
  • J.D., Northeastern University School of Law, Boston, MA
    1985
  • B.A., Brown University, Providence, RI
    1980
Professional History

  • U.S. Senator

    2017–Present

    Senator from New Hampshire. 2 terms.

  • Governor of New Hampshire

    2013–17

  • Member, New Hampshire Senate

    2004–10

    (Majority Leader, 2008–10)

  • Attorney

Policy Focus
Health17%
Armed Forces and National Security8%
Education6%
Taxation5%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Maggie Hassan's record in Congress.

  • Opioid Crisis Response

    Helped secure increased federal funding for New Hampshire to combat the opioid epidemic through prevention, treatment, and recovery programs.

  • Veterans' Health Care

    Co-sponsored and passed legislation expanding mental health and telehealth services for veterans in rural areas.

  • PFAS Contamination Cleanup

    Advocated for and obtained federal resources to address PFAS chemical contamination in New Hampshire’s water supplies.

  • STEM Education Funding

    Supported bipartisan legislation to increase federal investment in STEM education for New Hampshire students and workforce development.

Committee Assignments
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  • Joint Economic CommitteeRanking Member
  • Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
  • Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs
  • Senate Committee on Finance
  • Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions

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