Senator Michael Bennet, Democratic from Colorado

Michael Bennet

Senator Michael Bennet

Michael Bennet began his career as the superintendent of Denver Public Schools, where he focused on improving educational outcomes for students from diverse backgrounds. Elected to the U.S. Senate from Colorado in 2009, Bennet prioritizes education reform, healthcare accessibility, and bipartisan immigration solutions. He authored the American Family Act to expand the Child Tax Credit and serves on the Senate Finance and Agriculture Committees, influencing federal policy on key economic and rural issues. Bennet approaches his role with a pragmatic, results-oriented style, working to address the needs of Colorado families and strengthen opportunities across the state.

Education

  • J.D., Yale Law School
    (1993)
  • B.A., Wesleyan University
    (1987)

Professional History

U.S. Representative

(2009-Present)

Representing Colorado

Superintendent, Denver Public Schools

(2005–09)

Managing Director, Anschutz Investment Co.

(1997–2003)

Chief of Staff to Mayor of Denver, Co

(2003–05)

Special Assistant, U.S. attorney, Ct

(1997)

Counsel to U.S. Deputy Attorney General

(1995–97)

Policy Focus Areas

Public Lands and Natural Resources7%
Health7%
Taxation5%
Government Operations and Politics3%

Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Michael Bennet's record in Congress.

Child Tax Credit Expansion

Co-authored and championed the expanded Child Tax Credit in the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.

Farm Bill Conservation Programs

Secured funding for conservation and water programs benefiting Colorado farmers in the 2018 Farm Bill.

Public Lands Protection

Sponsored the Colorado Outdoor Recreation & Economy (CORE) Act to protect public lands and expand wilderness areas.

Affordable Housing Funding

Helped secure federal funding for affordable housing initiatives in Colorado through the Housing Choice Voucher Mobility Demonstration Act.

Committee Assignments

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  • Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry
  • Senate Committee on Finance
  • Senate Select Committee on Intelligence
  • Senate Committee on Rules and Administration

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