Years in Office
14
Bills Sponsored
593
Bills Co-Sponsored
1317
Committees
4
Ron Johnson Biography
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)
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Ron Johnson's congressional service.
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.
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