Biography
Katie Elizabeth Boyd Britt is an American politician and attorney serving as the junior United States Senator from Alabama since January 3, 2023. A member of the Republican Party, she is the first woman elected to the U.S. Senate from Alabama and the youngest Republican woman ever elected to the Senate.
Born and raised in Enterprise, Alabama, Britt is the daughter of two small business owners. She graduated from Enterprise High School in 2000.
Education and Political Experience
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Education:
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Bachelor of Science in Political Science: University of Alabama, 2004
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Juris Doctor: University of Alabama School of Law, 2013
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Political Experience:
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Deputy Press Secretary and Press Secretary: U.S. Senator Richard Shelby's office
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Special Assistant to the President: University of Alabama
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Deputy Campaign Manager and Communications Director: Senator Shelby's reelection campaign
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Chief of Staff: Senator Richard Shelby
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President and CEO: Business Council of Alabama
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U.S. Senator: Elected in 2022, assumed office on January 3, 2023
Notable Achievements and Positions
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Historic Election: First woman elected to the U.S. Senate from Alabama and the youngest Republican woman ever elected to the Senate.
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Committee Assignments:
- Appropriations
- Judiciary
- Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs
- Rules and Administration
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Leadership Roles:
- Chair of the Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee
- Member of the Republican Party Advisory Council
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Policy Focus:
- Advocates for border security, serving as Chair of the Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee
- Supports financial policies promoting freedom and prosperity, ensuring opportunities for small businesses
- Introduced legislation on mental health care access, educational freedom, social media usage by minors, agriculture, and national security
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State of the Union Response: Delivered the Republican response to President Joe Biden's State of the Union address in March 2024, emphasizing the values of hardworking parents and families within the Republican Party.
Britt resides in Montgomery, Alabama, with her husband, Wesley, and their two children. She is committed to preserving the American Dream for future generations.
