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Benjamin B.
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LEGISLATIVE DIRECTOR — Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
Legislative Director for U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL). Joined Senator Duckworth's staff in 2015 after serving as Senior Policy Advisor on oversight and government reform for Representative Gerry Connolly (VA-11). Expert in legislative strategy, government administration, and federal policy, with emphasis on procurement reform and IT acquisition policy. Previously served as Professional Staff Member for the U.S. Senate Subcommittee on Oversight of Government Management, and as Legislative Aide to Sen. Daniel K. Akaka. AmeriCorps City Year Chicago alumnus.
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