Biography
Garret Graves is an American politician who served as the U.S. Representative for Louisiana's 6th congressional district from 2015 to 2025. A member of the Republican Party, Graves was born on January 31, 1972, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He is married to Carissa Vanderleest, and they have three children. After redistricting in 2024, Graves chose not to seek re-election.
Education and Political Experience
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Education:
- Attended the University of Alabama, Louisiana Tech University, and American University.
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Political Experience:
- Served as an aide to U.S. Representative Billy Tauzin and U.S. Senator David Vitter.
- Chairman of the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority from 2008 to 2014.
- U.S. Representative for Louisiana's 6th congressional district from 2015 to 2025.
- Ranking Member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Aviation.
- Ranking Member of the Select Committee on the Climate Crisis.
- Member of the House Natural Resources Committee.
Throughout his career, Graves has been recognized for his work in infrastructure, resilience, disaster response, conservation, environmental, and energy issues. He has been ranked as one of the most effective U.S. House members and has had several bipartisan bills signed into law by three different presidents.
