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LEGISLATIVE DIRECTOROffice of Representative Ayanna Pressley

Works forDAyanna S. Pressley · Democratic · Massachusetts 7th District

Legislative Director for U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-MA-07). Oversees the congresswoman's entire legislative portfolio, including immigration, criminal justice reform, voting rights, and civil rights issues. Under his direction, Pressley has introduced bills to reduce the racial wealth gap, advance transgender rights, and protect reproductive rights. Previously worked as a fellow with the Democratic Caucus office during the 2020 election cycle. Earned a JD and dual degree from Harvard Law School and Harvard Kennedy School in 2020, where he focused on the intersection of politics, law, and civil rights. Known as a 2020 Mauzy Award winner and Ash Center fellow.

Last year's salary

$132,944

Calendar year 2025

Career tenure

5.5y

3 roles tracked

Sponsored trips

0

$0 total

Career earnings

$596,444

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Employment History

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LEGISLATIVE DIRECTOR
Office of Representative Ayanna Pressley
forDAyanna S. Pressley · Democratic · Massachusetts 7th District
House
Jul 1, 2022 to Present
POLICY COUNSEL
Office of Representative Ayanna Pressley
forDAyanna S. Pressley · Democratic · Massachusetts 7th District
House
Sep 1, 2021 to Jun 30, 2022
LEGISLATIVE ASSISTANT
Office of Representative Ayanna Pressley
forDAyanna S. Pressley · Democratic · Massachusetts 7th District
House
Jul 1, 2020 to Aug 31, 2021

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Earlier career

Prior roles per public sources. May overlap with employment records based on salary filings above.

Advocacy Fellow
FairVote
Fellow
Democratic Caucus office

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