Senator Thom Tillis, Republican from North Carolina

Thom Tillis

Senator Thom Tillis

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)

Policy Focus Areas

Health3%
Immigration3%
Crime and Law Enforcement2%
Commerce2%

Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Thom Tillis's record in Congress.

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.

Committee Assignments

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  • Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe
  • Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs
  • Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs
  • Senate Committee on the Judiciary
  • Senate Committee on Finance

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