Years in Office
10
Bills Sponsored
664
Bills Co-Sponsored
2521
Committees
5
Thom Tillis Biography
Thom Tillis began his career as a business executive before entering public service. Elected as U.S. Senator for North Carolina in 2014, he focuses on national security, economic growth, and veterans’ issues. Tillis played a key role in crafting the VA MISSION Act to improve veterans’ healthcare and serves on the Senate Armed Services and Judiciary Committees. He is known for working across the aisle on immigration reform and defense funding. Tillis represents North Carolina with a pragmatic approach, emphasizing effective policy solutions for his constituents.
Education
- B.S., University of Maryland University College, Adelphi, MD(1997)
Professional History
U.S. Representative
(2015-Present)Representing North Carolina
Member, North Carolina House of Representatives
(2009–15)(House Speaker, 2011–15)
Partner, Ibm Global Business Services
(2002–09)Partner, Pricewaterhousecoopers
(1990–2002)Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Thom Tillis's congressional service.
VA MISSION Act Support
Co-sponsored and helped pass the VA MISSION Act to improve veterans’ access to private healthcare options.
Opioid Crisis Legislation
Championed the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act to combat opioid abuse and expand treatment resources.
Hurricane Florence Relief Funding
Secured federal disaster relief funding for North Carolina communities impacted by Hurricane Florence in 2018.
Military Pay Raise
Supported and advanced legislation increasing pay for servicemembers as part of the annual National Defense Authorization Act.
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