Representative Susie Lee, Democratic from Nevada

Susie Lee

Representative · Nevada · Democrat

Susie Lee

Biography
Susie Lee began her career as a nonprofit leader, advocating for education and homelessness solutions in Nevada. Elected to represent Nevada’s 3rd Congressional District in 2018, she focuses on affordable healthcare, education funding, and water security for the state’s growing population. Lee has served on the House Appropriations and Education and Labor Committees, and she authored bipartisan legislation to expand mental health resources in schools. She approaches her work with a pragmatic, community-driven style, dedicated to delivering practical results for Southern Nevada families.
Education
  • M.P.M., Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
    1990
  • B.A. in Policy Management, Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
    1989
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2019-Present

    Representing Nevada's 3rd district

  • Member, Pennsylvania House of Representatives

    2018–22

  • Fellow, Naacp Legal Defense and Educational Fund

    2014

  • Intern, District of Columbia Public Schools General counsel Office

    2013

  • Intern, Office of the attorney General, Washington, Dc

    2013

  • Intern, Children’s Defense Fund

    2012

  • Intern, University of Pittsburgh

    2009

  • Intern, Kdka-Tv

    2007

  • Field Manager

  • Community Organizer

Policy Focus
Health23%
Armed Forces and National Security14%
Education14%
Water Resources Development12%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Susie Lee's record in Congress.

  • Education Funding

    Secured increased federal funding for Nevada schools through the Impact Aid program.

  • Veterans' Suicide Prevention

    Co-sponsored and helped pass the Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act.

  • COVID-19 Relief for Small Businesses

    Advocated for and supported the Paycheck Protection Program to assist Nevada small businesses during the pandemic.

  • Water Infrastructure

    Helped obtain federal funding for Southern Nevada water recycling and conservation projects.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Natural Resources
  • House Committee on Appropriations

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