Senator Ron Johnson, Republican from Wisconsin

Ron Johnson

Senator Ron Johnson

Before entering politics, Ron Johnson built a career as a manufacturing executive in Wisconsin. Elected to the U.S. Senate in 2010, he represents Wisconsin and is known for prioritizing fiscal responsibility, government oversight, and health care reform. Johnson has served as the ranking member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, where he led investigations into federal spending and pandemic response. He authored legislation to improve border security and transparency in government operations. Johnson approaches his work with a business-minded perspective, aiming to streamline government and represent the interests of Wisconsin taxpayers.

Education

  • B.A. in Business Administration, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, MN
    (1977)

Policy Focus Areas

Health4%
Government Operations and Politics4%
International Affairs2%
Crime and Law Enforcement2%

Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Ron Johnson's record in Congress.

Right to Try Act

Championed and helped pass the Right to Try Act, allowing terminally ill patients access to experimental treatments.

Great Lakes Restoration Funding

Secured federal funding increases for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative to protect Wisconsin's water resources.

VA Accountability Reforms

Supported legislation to improve accountability and performance at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Small Business Regulatory Relief

Advocated for and passed measures to reduce regulatory burdens on small businesses, including the Midnight Rules Relief Act.

Committee Assignments

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  • Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
  • Senate Committee on the Budget
  • Senate Special Committee on Aging
  • Senate Committee on Finance

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