Rand Paul
Senator Rand Paul
Education
- M.D., Duke University School of Medicine(1988)
- Attended, Baylor University
Professional History
U.S. Representative
(2011-Present)Representing Kentucky
Ophthalmologist
Policy Focus Areas
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Rand Paul's record in Congress.
Criminal Justice Reform
Co-sponsored the Justice for All Reauthorization Act, expanding access to DNA testing for wrongfully convicted individuals.
Government Surveillance Oversight
Led a filibuster against the Patriot Act, raising awareness about government surveillance and privacy rights.
Medical Marijuana Access
Co-introduced the CARERS Act to allow states to set their own medical marijuana policies without federal interference.
Foreign Aid Accountability
Sponsored legislation to restrict foreign aid to countries hostile to the United States or that detain American citizens.
Committee Assignments
View details →- Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental AffairsChairman
- Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions
- Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship
- Senate Committee on Foreign Relations
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