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Biography

Brian Schatz, born on October 20, 1972, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is the senior United States Senator from Hawaii, serving since December 27, 2012. A member of the Democratic Party, he has been a prominent advocate for climate action, healthcare reform, and technology advancement. Prior to his Senate tenure, Schatz served as Hawaii's Lieutenant Governor from 2010 to 2012 and was a member of the Hawaii State House of Representatives from 1998 to 2006. He is married to Linda Kwok Schatz, an architect, and they have two children.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Pomona College.

• Political Experience:

  • Member of the Hawaii State House of Representatives .
  • Chairman of the Democratic Party of Hawaii .
  • Lieutenant Governor of Hawaii .
  • Appointed to the U.S. Senate in 2012; subsequently elected in 2014, 2016, and 2022.

Notable Achievements and Positions

• Committee Assignments:

  • Chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs.
  • Member of the Appropriations Committee, Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, Foreign Relations Committee, and the Select Committee on Ethics.

• Leadership Roles:

  • Deputy Democratic Conference Secretary.
  • Chief Deputy Whip.

• Legislative Focus:

  • Advocated for climate change legislation and renewable energy initiatives.
  • Promoted healthcare reforms, including efforts to expand Medicaid.
  • Supported technology advancements and net neutrality policies.

Senator Schatz continues to serve Hawaii by focusing on issues such as environmental sustainability, healthcare access, and technological innovation.

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United States Senator from United States