Nikema Williams

Nikema Williams

Years in Office

4

Bills Sponsored

139

Bills Co-Sponsored

1833

Committees

1

Nikema Williams Biography

Nikema Williams, a former nonprofit leader and voting rights advocate, was elected to represent Georgia’s 5th Congressional District in 2020. She prioritizes expanding access to the ballot, strengthening economic opportunity, and improving maternal health care. Williams introduced the Voters on the Move Registration Act and serves on the House Committee on Financial Services. She approaches her role with a focus on inclusive representation and responsive service to her Atlanta-area constituents.

Education

  • B.S. in Biology, Talladega College, Talladega, AL
    (2000)

Professional History

U.S. Representative

(2021-Present)

Representing Georgia's 5th district

Chair, Georgia Democratic Party

(2019–21)

(vice chair, 2011–13 / acting chair, 2013)

Member, Georgia Senate

(2017–21)

Delegate, Democratic National Convention

(2008)

, 2012, and 2016

Professional Advocate

Impact & Accomplishments

Notable contributions during Nikema Williams's congressional service.

Voting Rights Advocacy

Co-sponsored the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to restore and strengthen protections against discriminatory voting laws.

Maternal Health Funding

Introduced legislation to improve Black maternal health outcomes and secured funding for maternal health programs in Georgia.

COVID-19 Relief

Supported the American Rescue Plan, delivering pandemic relief funds to Georgia families, schools, and small businesses.

Federal Infrastructure Investment

Helped secure federal infrastructure funding for Atlanta’s public transit and broadband expansion through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

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