Biography
Elizabeth Ann Fletcher , born on February 13, 1975, in Houston, Texas, is an American attorney and politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Texas's 7th Congressional District since 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, she is the first woman and first Democrat to represent this district, which includes parts of southwestern Houston and Harris County, as well as northern portions of Fort Bend County.
Education and Political Experience
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Education:
- Bachelor of Arts in History from Kenyon College, graduated with highest honors and elected to Phi Beta Kappa in 1997.
- Juris Doctor from William & Mary Law School, where she served as editor-in-chief of the William and Mary Law Review and graduated in 2006.
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Political Experience:
- Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2018, defeating nine-term Republican incumbent John Culberson.
- Re-elected in 2020 and 2022, with the latter victory benefiting from redistricting that shifted her district to a more Democratic-leaning constituency.
- Serves on the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, with subcommittee assignments including Communications and Technology, and Energy, Climate, and Grid Security.
- Chairs the Trade Task Force of the New Democrat Coalition and serves as Whip for the Pro-Choice Caucus.
Notable Achievements
- Co-founded Planned Parenthood Young Leaders in 2000, engaging young professionals in reproductive health advocacy.
- Recognized by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce with the Advocate for American Business Award for her support of pro-growth policies and bipartisanship.
- As of August 2023, voted in line with President Joe Biden's stated positions 99% of the time, reflecting strong party alignment.
- Introduced and supported legislation on various issues, including the Ensuring Women’s Right to Reproductive Freedom Act and the Toxic-Free Beauty Act.
- Announced in August 2023 that her office had resolved over 12,000 constituent matters, demonstrating a commitment to constituent services.
Fletcher's tenure in Congress reflects a focus on healthcare access, economic growth, and bipartisan collaboration, aiming to address the diverse needs of her constituents in Texas's 7th District.
