Biography

Robert Brown Aderholt, born on July 22, 1965, in Haleyville, Alabama, is a Republican politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Alabama's 4th Congressional District since 1997. He is married to Caroline McDonald, with whom he has two children. Aderholt's father, Bobby Ray Aderholt, served as a circuit judge for over 30 years and was also a part-time minister.

Education and Political Experience

• Education:

  • Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science from Birmingham-Southern College, 1987
  • Juris Doctor from Cumberland School of Law at Samford University, 1990

• Political Experience:

  • Municipal Judge for the City of Haleyville, 1992–1996
  • Assistant Legal Advisor to Alabama Governor Fob James, 1995–1996
  • Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Alabama's 4th District, 1997–present

Notable Achievements and Positions

• Committee Assignments:

  • Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies
  • Member of the Defense and Agriculture Subcommittees

• Legislative Focus:

  • Advocates for economic development and job creation in Alabama
  • Supports strong immigration policies and national security measures
  • Emphasizes fiscal responsibility and reducing government waste

• Caucus Memberships:

  • Chair of the Values Action Team , promoting family values and religious freedom
  • Member of the Republican Study Committee
  • Member of the Tea Party Caucus

Aderholt's tenure in Congress is marked by his commitment to conservative principles, fiscal responsibility, and dedicated service to his constituents in Alabama's 4th District.