Years in Office
10
Bills Sponsored
212
Bills Co-Sponsored
3550
Committees
3
Mark DeSaulnier Biography
Mark DeSaulnier began his career as a small business owner and local government leader in California. Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for California’s 10th District in 2014, he focuses on public health, transportation infrastructure, and government transparency. DeSaulnier has authored legislation to improve opioid addiction prevention and has served as Vice Chair of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. He is recognized for securing investments in Bay Area transit and consistently approaches his role with a collaborative, community-centered style to address local and national challenges.
Education
- B.A. in History, College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, MA(1974)
Professional History
U.S. Representative
(2015-Present)Representing California's 10th district
Member, California Senate
(2008–15)Restaurant Owner
(1978–2006)Member, Contra Costa Board of Supervisors
(1994–2006)Member, California Area Resources Board
(1997–2006)Member, California Assembly
(2006–08)Mayor, City of Concord, Ca
(1993)Member, Concord City Council
(1991–94)Restaurant General Manager
(1978)Hotel Service Employee
(1975–76)Deputy Probation Officer
(1970–74)Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Mark DeSaulnier's congressional service.
Mental Health Reform
Co-authored the Mental Health Services for Students Act to expand school-based mental health services.
Transportation Infrastructure
Secured federal funding for Bay Area transportation projects, including BART safety and modernization upgrades.
COVID-19 Response
Advocated for and helped pass relief measures supporting small businesses and essential workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gun Violence Prevention
Introduced legislation to strengthen background checks and support gun violence research at the CDC and NIH.
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