USAU.S. HouseDemocratic PartyOregon · Oregon's 1st congressional districtMember of the House of Representatives
Suzanne Bonamici
Profile
Suzanne Bonamici is an American politician and lawyer serving as the U.S. Representative for Oregon's 1st congressional district since 2012. Before her election to Congress, she served in the Oregon House of Representatives and the Oregon State Senate. A member of the Democratic Party, Bonamici has focused her legislative work on science, education, and climate policy, including the Tsunami Warning, Education, and Research Act. She is known for her progressive stances and active participation in various congressional caucuses, including the Congressional Progressive Caucus and the Congressional STEAM Caucus.
Details
- Born
- October 14, 1954 · 71 years old
- Birth place
- Detroit, Michigan, United States
- Education
- Lane Community College (Associate degree), University of Oregon (Bachelor's degree, J.D.)
- Career
- Legal assistant at Lane County Legal Aid, consumer protection attorney for the Federal Trade Commission, private practice attorney
