Judith Zaffirini
Profile
Judith Zaffirini is an American politician serving as a Democratic member of the Texas State Senate, representing the 21st District since 1987. A graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, she holds the distinction of being the first Mexican American woman elected to the Texas Senate and currently serves as the first female dean of the chamber. Known for her legislative diligence, she has maintained a record of over 75,000 consecutive votes. Throughout her tenure, she has focused on education policy, higher education funding, and public health, while consistently advocating for access to safe and legal healthcare services.
Details
- Born
- February 13, 1946 · 80 years old
- Birth place
- Laredo, Texas
- Education
- University of Texas at Austin, Laredo Community College
- Career
- Associate of the Women's Institute for Freedom of the Press
