Sheldon Whitehouse

Sheldon Whitehouse

Years in Office

18

Bills Sponsored

699

Bills Co-Sponsored

4735

Committees

6

Sheldon Whitehouse Biography

Sheldon Whitehouse, a former U.S. Attorney for Rhode Island, was elected as U.S. Senator for Rhode Island in 2006. He is known for his leadership on climate change, government transparency, and health care reform. Whitehouse has authored legislation to address carbon pollution and serves on the Senate Judiciary and Environment and Public Works Committees. He is recognized for his persistent advocacy for environmental accountability and his detailed oversight of Supreme Court ethics. Whitehouse approaches his role with a focus on evidence-based policy and persistent engagement on issues affecting Rhode Islanders.

Education

  • J.D., University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA
    (1982)
  • B.A., Yale University, New Haven, CT
    (1978)

Professional History

U.S. Representative

(2007-Present)

Representing Rhode Island

Attorney General of Rhode Island

(1999–2003)

United States Attorney

(1994–98)

Director, Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation

(1992–94)

Impact & Accomplishments

Notable contributions during Sheldon Whitehouse's congressional service.

Climate Change Advocacy

Led the Senate's 'Time to Wake Up' speeches, raising awareness and urgency about climate change for over 280 consecutive weeks.

Ocean Conservation

Co-founded the Senate Oceans Caucus and championed bipartisan legislation to protect marine ecosystems and combat ocean pollution.

Judicial Ethics Reform

Introduced the Supreme Court Ethics, Recusal, and Transparency Act to increase accountability and transparency in the federal judiciary.

Health Care Funding

Secured increased federal funding for Rhode Island’s community health centers to expand access to primary care services.

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