Summary
Current Position: US Representative of FL District 20 since 1993
Affiliation: Democrat
Other positions:
Vice Chair, Committee on Rules
Source: Government page
OnAir Post: Alcee Hastings – FL20
About
Source: Government page
Known to many as “Judge,” Alcee Hastings has distinguished himself as an attorney, civil rights activist, judge, and now Member of Congress. Appointed by President Jimmy Carter in 1979, he became the first African-American Federal Judge in the State of Florida, and served in that position for 10 years.
Mr. Hastings’ legislative priorities include continued efforts to create jobs and provide greater economic opportunities for middle class and working poor Americans; make our country safer and more secure; ensure that our election systems are easier and more fair; support small businesses; invest in green energy and infrastructure; increase access to quality, affordable health care for all; ban assault weapons; fund Head Start and other education programs; strengthen and improve Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid; protect the environment and pursue environmental justice; and provide family and medical leave to all workers. Furthermore, known throughout the world as an expert in foreign policy, Mr. Hastings continues to advocate for diplomacy before military action to settle disputes with established and emerging nations.
Committees
- Committee on Rules (Vice Chair)
- Subcommittee on Legislative and Budget Process
- Helsinki Commission (Chair)
- Committee on Rules (Vice Chair)
- Helsinki Commission (Chair)
Web
Government Page, Twitter, Facebook, Wikipedia
Politics
Source: none
