Biography
Jackie Speier is an American politician and attorney who has dedicated over four decades to public service in California. Born on May 14, 1950, in San Francisco, she has held various significant positions, including serving as a U.S. Representative for California's 14th congressional district from 2008 to 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, Speier has been a steadfast advocate for women's rights, gun violence prevention, healthcare, LGBTQ+ rights, and the welfare of service members and veterans. In 2024, she returned to local politics by winning a seat on the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors, representing District 1.
Education and Political Experience
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Education:
- Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Davis
- Juris Doctor from the University of California Hastings College of the Law
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Political Experience:
- San Mateo County Board of Supervisors
- California State Assembly
- California State Senate
- U.S. House of Representatives
- San Mateo County Board of Supervisors
Throughout her career, Speier has been instrumental in passing legislation on consumer protection, financial privacy, and women's rights. She authored the nation's strongest state financial privacy law and the Gender Tax Repeal Act. In Congress, she led efforts to address sexual assault in the military and was recognized by Newsweek as one of the "150 Fearless Women of the World."
