Representative William R. Keating, Democratic from Massachusetts

William R. Keating

Representative · Massachusetts · Democrat

William R. Keating

Biography
William R. Keating began his public service career as a prosecutor, focusing on public safety and criminal justice reform. Elected as U.S. Representative for Massachusetts’s 9th congressional district in 2010, he prioritizes coastal resilience, transportation infrastructure, and national security. Keating authored legislation strengthening maritime security and serves on the House Foreign Affairs and Homeland Security Committees. Known for securing disaster relief funds for his district, he approaches his work with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented style that reflects the needs of his coastal Massachusetts communities.
Education
  • J.D., Suffolk University Law School, MA
    1985
  • M.B.A., Boston College
    1982
  • B.A., Boston College, MA
    1974
Professional History

  • U.S. Representative

    2013–Present

    Represented Massachusetts's 9th congressional district for 7 terms.

  • U.S. Representative

    2011–2013

    Represented Massachusetts's 10th congressional district for 1 term.

  • Norfolk County District Attorney

    1999–2011

  • Attorney (admitted to the Massachusetts Bar

    1985

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  • Member, Massachusetts Senate

    1985–98

  • Member, Massachusetts House of Representatives

    1977–84

Policy Focus
International Affairs75%
Animals4%
Immigration3%
Native Americans3%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from William R. Keating's record in Congress.

  • Nuclear Safety Advocacy

    Led efforts to improve safety and emergency preparedness at the Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station in Massachusetts.

  • Opioid Crisis Legislation

    Co-sponsored legislation to increase funding for opioid addiction treatment and prevention programs in Massachusetts.

  • Fisheries Disaster Relief

    Secured federal disaster relief funding for Massachusetts fishermen affected by declining fish stocks and regulatory changes.

  • Cape Cod Canal Bridges Funding

    Helped obtain federal funding for the replacement of the aging Cape Cod Canal bridges to improve transportation infrastructure.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Foreign Affairs
  • House Committee on Armed Services

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