Kelly Ayotte

Republican junior Senator of New Hampshire

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http://ayotte.senate.gov

Congresses Served

Senate Terms

June 27, 1968 (56 years old)

Birthday

Served as a United States Senator from 2011 to 2017.
First and only woman to hold the position of New Hampshire Attorney General from 2004 to 2009.
Graduated with a B.A. in political science from Pennsylvania State University and a J.D. from Villanova University School of Law.
Worked as a law clerk for the New Hampshire Supreme Court and as a prosecutor in the New Hampshire Department of Justice.
Known for her leadership on national security and foreign policy issues during her Senate tenure.
Co-sponsored significant legislation addressing the heroin and opioid epidemic.
Advocated for college affordability and student loan reform.
Supported various military and veterans’ issues, including access to care and mental health services.
Described as a conservative Republican with centrist tendencies, often collaborating with Democrats on certain issues.
Involved in high-profile legal cases, including a Supreme Court case regarding parental notification for minors seeking abortions.
Announced candidacy for the 2024 New Hampshire gubernatorial election after the current governor’s retirement announcement.
Has served on multiple Senate committees, including Armed Services and Homeland Security.
Received various awards for her legislative work from civic organizations and interest groups.