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Representative for Massachusetts District 7
Born
February 3, 1974
Age 52
Phone
(202) 225-5111
Office
402 Cannon House Office Building, Washington 20515
Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Massachusetts District 7

Ayanna Pressley

Ayanna Soyini Pressley is an American politician who has served as the U.S. representative for Massachusetts's 7th congressional district since 2019. This district, which was once represented by President John F. Kennedy and House Speaker Tip O'Neill, includes the northern three quarters of Boston, most of Cambridge, parts of Milton, as well as all of Chelsea, Everett, Randolph, and Somerville.

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Voting Record — 581
Yes39%
No57%
Present0%
Not Voting3%
Party align97%
Cross-party0%
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Congressional District 7

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Ayanna Pressley
U.S. RepresentativeDemocratMassachusetts District 7
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Ayanna's ATmosphere Activity
20 recent posts · 35 sponsored · 105 cosponsored
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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley@pressley.house.govDec 2(source)
I'm thinking of all the people who pose no threat to society & whose lives are deteriorating due to our mass incarceration crisis & unjust criminal legal system. For the families harmed by mass incarceration, President Biden must act. Here's my statement on his pardon this week.
A cover title that reads: Rep. Pressley's Statement on Presidential Pardon
Rep. Ayanna Pressley’s Statement on Presidential Pardon (1/2): “Today, I’m thinking of the hundreds of thousands of people who pose no threat to society and whose lives are deteriorating due to America’s mass incarceration crisis and unjust criminal legal system.   “President Biden used his pardon authority last night in response to what he saw as an injustice of the legal system. In the remaining days of his presidency, I have called on President Biden to use his clemency power to change the lives of families across this nation—families who are disproportionately Black and brown, with loved ones behind the wall, suffering from injustices of the legal system. Specifically, I implore the President to consider pardons for those in federal custody with unjustified sentencing disparities, the elderly and chronically ill, people on death row, women punished for crimes of their abusers, and many, many more.
Rep. Ayanna Pressley’s Statement on Presidential Pardon (2/2): “This issue is deeply personal to me. As the daughter of a formerly incarcerated parent who has gone on to make great contributions to society, I know firsthand how life-changing the President’s action would be and how much hope it would give to millions who call America home.   “Today, with 49 days remaining in his presidency, President Biden has an opportunity to cement his legacy as one of the most compassionate and impactful Presidents of our time. For the families harmed by mass incarceration, he must act.”
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley@pressley.house.govDec 2(source)
FEMA workers represent the best of public service & deserve our support. But Republican attempts to question their integrity is an attack on FEMA's mission. We can't turn this agency into a political game & we must give them the respect & resources they need to do their work.
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley@pressley.house.govNov 30(source)
Our smallest neighborhood businesses are the backbones of our communities. They help us build community & boost our local economies. This #SmallBusinessSaturday, I'm celebrating local small businesses in the #MA7 like Brother's Kafé Kreyol in Everett.
Rep. Ayanna Pressley poses for a photo with Brother's Kafé Kreyol staff in Everett.
Rep. Ayanna Pressley visits Brother's Kafé Kreyol in Everett.
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley@pressley.house.govNov 27(source)
Mass incarceration is a crisis and clemency is part of the solution. In the final months of his presidency, President Biden must use his clemency authority to set us on a pathway towards decarceration & healing. We’re calling on him to act. theappeal.org/biden-commut...
U.S. Reps Urge Biden to Use Clemency to Correct “Extreme Use of Incarceration”
U.S. Congressmembers, including Ayanna Pressley, say Joe Biden should grand pardons and commutations before Donald Trump takes office.
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley@pressley.house.govNov 26(source)
The attack on our books and right to learn has been relentless. Grateful for spaces like justBook-ish in Dorchester that stand in the gap, center a community-focused mission, & help us push back against the silencing of voices. It was a joy to celebrate their grand opening.
Rep. Ayanna Pressley reads a book to children at the grand opening of justBook-ish in Dorchester.
Rep. Ayanna Pressley joins local leaders, advocates, & families for the opening of justBook-ish.
Rep. Ayanna Pressley joins justBook-ish owners & staff for a photo in Dorchester.
Rep. Ayanna Pressley poses for a photo at justBook-ish in Dorchester.
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley@pressley.house.govNov 25(source)
Mass incarceration is one of our country's greatest failures—and it's deeply personal to me. President Biden must use his clemency authority to confront mass incarceration, reunite families, & advance healing. We must do everything in our power to save lives while we still can.
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Susanne Althoff@susannealthoff.bsky.socialNov 24(source)
Big congrats to my Emerson College colleague and poetry professor Porsha Olayiwola, whose bookstore Just Book-ish opened this weekend in Boston (Fields Corner). On hand were @reppressley.bsky.social & @wutrain.bsky.social Shop local, folks! #booksky #amreading
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Fantastic opening event for Just Book-ish today in #Dorchester w/ @reppressley.bsky.social + @wutrain.bsky.social
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley@pressley.house.govNov 25(source)
It's always a joy to join Mrs. Shillingford and the team at Shirley's Pantry for their annual Thanksgiving food drive. Grateful for all they do to address food insecurity and keep our communities fed this holiday season and year-round.
Rep. Ayanna Pressley poses for a photo with Mrs. Shillingford and the team at Shirley's Pantry for their annual Thanksgiving food drive.
Rep. Ayanna Pressley and Mrs. Shillingford pose for a photo in front of Shirley's Pantry.
A photo of Rep. Ayanna Pressley volunteering with Shirley's Pantry for their annual Thanksgiving food drive.
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley@pressley.house.govNov 23(source)
No one should die because they were denied medical care while in custody. My Andrew Kearse Accountability for Denial of Medical Care Act with Senator Warren would hold officers criminally accountable for denying care. An important step toward a fair & just criminal legal system.
A cover image that reads: Pressley, Warren, Lawmakers Renew Push to Hold Officers Liable for Denying Medical Care to People in Custody
A graphic that reads: What happened: On May 11, 2017, Andrew Kearse, a 36-year-old Black man, died of a heart attack in the back of a police cruiser after begging a police officer for help. Rather than providing Mr. Kearse with medical assistance, the officer dismissed his pleas and wasted precious minutes waiting until after Mr. Kearse became nonresponsive to call for medical assistance. Despite failing to seek potentially life-saving care for Mr. Kearse, the officer involved was not charged with a crime.
A graphic that reads: The legislation: The Andrew Kearse Accountability for Denial of Medical Care Act would: -Hold federal law enforcement officials criminally liable for neglecting care. -Require training for officers on assisting individuals in medical distress. -Direct Inspectors General to investigate potential violations and refer them to the DOJ for prosecution.
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The Appeal@theappeal.orgNov 20(source)
More than 60 lawmakers are calling on Biden to use his clemency powers to help "the elderly and chronically ill, those on death row, people with unjustified sentencing disparities, and women who were punished for defending themselves against their abusers.” theappeal.org/biden-commut...
U.S. Reps Urge Biden to Use Clemency to Correct “Extreme Use of Incarceration”
U.S. Congressmembers, including Ayanna Pressley, say Joe Biden should grand pardons and commutations before Donald Trump takes office.
Reposted byCongresswoman Ayanna Pressley
Elizabeth Weill-Greenberg 🇵🇸@elizabethweill.bsky.socialNov 20(source)
Exclusive: 60+ lawmakers call on Biden to use his clemency powers to help "the elderly and chronically ill, those on death row, people with unjustified sentencing disparities, and women who were punished for defending themselves against their abusers.” theappeal.org/biden-commut...
U.S. Reps Urge Biden to Use Clemency to Correct “Extreme Use of Incarceration”
U.S. Congressmembers, including Ayanna Pressley, say Joe Biden should grand pardons and commutations before Donald Trump takes office.
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley@pressley.house.govNov 21(source)
Clemency works. Clemency heals. Clemency saves lives. With just over 60 days left in his presidency, President Biden must use his clemency authority to confront mass incarceration & reunite families. I joined Representatives Clyburn, Gay Scanlon, Omar & our advocates to call him to do just that.
Rep. Ayanna Pressley joins colleagues & advocates at a press conference on Capitol Hill.
An advocate speaks at a press conference on clemency.
A photo of three advocates holding signs at a press conference on clemency, ending mass incarceration, & reuniting families.
An advocate speaks at a press conference on clemency.
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley@pressley.house.govNov 20(source)
The Senate must approve Sen. Sanders' JRDs to block the sales of offensive arms to the Israeli govt. I’ve met with doctors who tried to save Palestinian children shot in the head. I’ve sat with moms who watched their babies burn & die slowly in Israeli air strikes. Congress must enforce US law.
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley@pressley.house.govNov 20(source)
So proud to serve alongside Sarah McBride, an effective legislator with a demonstrated track record of delivering real results. Disappointing to see Republicans pull stunts like this. They should take a page out of Rep-Elect McBride’s book & focus on actually governing. thehill.com/homenews/hou...
Mace introduces bill to bar trans women from Capitol restrooms
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) on Monday introduced a bill to bar transgender women from facilities on Capitol Hill that match their gender identity. The resolution, which would prohibit members, officer…
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Voting History
581 total votes
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Recent roll calls with party-majority context so it is easier to scan how this member tends to vote.

DateBillQuestionPositionParty MajAlign?Result
2026-06-11H. Res. 1335 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2026-06-11H.R. 9238 (119th)Fast-track passageNONO✓Failed
2026-06-10H.R. 8464 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2026-06-10H.R. 8464 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2026-06-10H.R. 8312 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2026-06-10H.R. 7892 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2026-06-09H.R. 5408 (119th)Final passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-06-09H. Res. 1140 (119th)Approve resolutionYESYES✓Passed
2026-06-09S. 2 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2026-06-09S. 2 (119th)Motion to CommitYESYES✓Failed
2026-06-09H. Res. 1140 (119th)Motion to DischargeYESYES✓Passed
2026-06-09H. Res. 1345 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2026-06-09H. Res. 1345 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2026-06-08H.R. 8428 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-06-08H.R. 8466 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-06-05H.R. 2913 (119th)Final passageNOT_VOTINGYES—Passed
2026-06-04H. Res. 518 (119th)Approve resolutionNOT_VOTINGYES—Passed
2026-06-04H.R. 8646 (119th)Final passageNOT_VOTINGNO—Passed
2026-06-04H.R. 8646 (119th)Send back to committeeNOT_VOTINGYES—Failed
2026-06-04H. Res. 1336 (119th)Approve resolutionNOT_VOTINGNO—Passed
2026-06-04H. Res. 1336 (119th)End debate nowNOT_VOTINGNO—Passed
2026-06-04H. Con. Res. 84 (119th)Approve resolutionNOT_VOTINGNO—Failed
2026-06-03H. Res. 518 (119th)Motion to DischargeYESYES✓Passed
2026-06-03H. Con. Res. 86 (119th)Approve resolutionYESYES✓Passed
2026-06-03H.R. 7726 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2026-06-03H.R. 7726 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2026-06-03H.R. 2860 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-06-03H. Res. 1333 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2026-06-03H. Res. 1333 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2026-06-03S. 254 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-06-03H.R. 7618 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-05-21H.R. 6047 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2026-05-21H.R. 1041 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2026-05-21H.R. 1041 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2026-05-21H.R. 1329 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Failed
2026-05-21H.R. 1329 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2026-05-20H. Res. 1300 (119th)Approve resolutionNONO✓Passed
2026-05-20H. Res. 1300 (119th)End debate nowNONO✓Passed
2026-05-20H.R. 2616 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed
2026-05-20H.R. 2616 (119th)Send back to committeeYESYES✓Failed
2026-05-20H.R. 1993 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-05-20S. 1003 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-05-20S. 2393 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-05-20H.R. 5317 (119th)Fast-track passageNOYES✕Passed
2026-05-20H.R. 4544 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-05-20H.R. 3234 (119th)Fast-track passageYESYES✓Passed
2026-05-20H. Res. 1299 (119th)Motion to Suspend the Rules and AgreeYESYES✓Passed
2026-05-15H.R. 8469 (119th)Final passageNOYES✕Passed
2026-05-15H.R. 8469 (119th)Approve amendmentNONO✓Failed
2026-05-14H.R. 8365 (119th)Final passageNONO✓Passed

Alignment stats consider only votes where a clear yes/no majority existed for the legislator's party. Cross-party marks divergence where the vote matched the opposite party majority. ↔ indicates cross-party divergence.

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