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Seat

Representative for Virginia District 4

Born

December 28, 1972

Age 53

Phone

(202) 225-6365

Office

1628 Longworth House Office Building, Washington 20515

Congress Member Profile|U.S. Representative|Democrat|Virginia District 4

Jennifer L. McClellan

Jennifer Leigh McClellan is an American politician and attorney serving as the U.S. representative for Virginia's 4th congressional district since 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, she represented the 9th district in the Virginia State Senate from 2017 to 2023 and the 71st district in the Virginia House of Delegates from 2009 to 2017. She ran in the Democratic primary for governor of Virginia in the 2021 election, losing to former governor Terry McAuliffe.

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Voting Record — 550

Yes42%

No57%

Present1%

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Party align99%

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Congressional District 4

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Jennifer L. McClellan

U.S. RepresentativeDemocratVirginia District 4

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Jennifer L.'s ATmosphere Activity

20 recent posts · 23 sponsored · 144 cosponsored

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Recent ATmosphere posts, sponsorships, and cosponsorships.

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 14(source)

I led a bicameral letter with Senator Merkley and five other members of Congress urging the Dept. of Energy to incorporate its recent findings about liquefied natural gas exports. It's time we face the facts: LNGs exacerbate the climate crisis and raise costs for families and manufacturers.

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 14(source)

Read my full statement on H.R. 28 here. mcclellan.house.gov/media/press-...

McClellan Statement on Voting Against H.R. 28

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) issued the following statement after she voted against H.R. 28, the so-called “Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act”:

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 14(source)

Today, House Republicans continued their anti-trans culture wars with a bill to subject girls as young as four years old to invasive personal questions and physical inspections from adult strangers. I protected women and girls by voting NO.

Final vote tally for H.R. 28. The final votes are 218 Yea, 206 Nay, and 1 Pres.

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 14(source)

Check it out below ⬇️ www.12onyourside.com/2025/01/13/m...

Congresswoman McClellan launches Valentines for Veterans program

Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan is working to ensure that every Veteran in the 4th District enjoys a heartfelt Valentine’s Day.

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 14(source)

ICYMI, @12onyourside.com highlighted my 2025 Valentines for Vets Program! Residents of VA-04 can help us spread a little holiday cheer by writing a Valentine’s Day card to local veterans and delivering it to my Richmond or Brunswick District Office.

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 14(source)

The Senate has begun confirmation hearings for Sec. of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth. With his backwards views on women in combat and building a diverse fighting force and sexual assault allegations, Hegseth’s appointment will hurt recruitment and retention of service members.

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 14(source)

www.progress-index.com/story/opinio...

Opinion: Jennifer McClellan on Jimmy Carter's life of service, integrity and global impact

When she was 7 years old, Jennifer McClellan wrote a letter to Jimmy Carter inviting him to her Matoaca home. Last week, she watched as he went 'home'

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 14(source)

As a child, I invited President Jimmy Carter to my house for dinner. As a Congresswoman, I joined the nation in mourning his passing. I shared my reflections on President Carter's life and legacy with The Progress Index. Check out the article below ⬇️

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 14(source)

Happy 112th Founders Day to @dstinc1913.bsky.social from your sorors on Capitol Hill! Every day we work to honor the resilient, impactful, steadfast and empowering legacy of our sisterhood. ❤️🤍 #DST112 #TogetherWeRiseDST #DST1913

Photo of Rep. McClellan seen with her Delta Sigma Theta sorors: Sen. Angela Alsobrooks and Reps. Joyce Beatty, Lucy McBath, Stacey Plaskett, Jasmine Crockett, and Summer Lee.

Photo of Rep. McClellan smiling with Sen. Alsobrooks and Reps. McBath, Plaskett, and Beatty.

Photo of Rep. McClellan posing with sorors of Delta Sigma Theta.

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 13(source)

Virginia will receive $10,797,461 from the Department of Transportation to deploy EV charging ports across the Commonwealth! These installations will prioritize disadvantaged communities. I commend the Biden-Harris Administration's commitment to accessibility. highways.dot.gov/newsroom/inv...

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Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 11(source)

My public service journey began 19 years ago today when I was sworn into the Virginia House of Delegates. Since then, as a state Delegate, Senator, and Congresswoman, I have remained focused on helping people and solving problems.

Rep. McClellan being sworn in to the Virginia House of Delegates in 2006.

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 11(source)

I am honored to receive a Legacy Award for Political Affairs at the Nu Omicron Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and Willie J. Bradley Foundation MLK Memorial Breakfast. Dr. King's legacy inspires my service as I continue his work in Congress to build the Beloved Community.

Photo of Rep. McClellan holding a Legacy Award in Political Affairs from the Nu Omicron Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha and the Willie J. Bradley Foundation MLK Memorial Breakfast. Beside her are Nu Omicron Lambda Chapter President Charles H. Talley, Jr. (left) and Willie J. Bradley Foundation Vice Chair Richard Booker (right).

Photo of Rep. McClellan speaking at the podium for the MLK Memorial Breakfast.

Photo of Rep. McClellan with the Nu Omicron Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha.

Photo of Rep. McClellan with the MLK Memorial Breakfast planning committee.

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 11(source)

🚰 UPDATE: The Boil Water Advisory has officially been lifted for Richmond and Henrico County! Richmond and Henrico residents can now consume and use water as normal, but should flush out faucets, and clean filters, ice makers and appliances.

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 11(source)

Excited to serve as a member of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce in the 119th Congress! I’ve spent my career fighting for access to comprehensive healthcare, sustainable/clean energy, and a high-growth economy. I’m excited to continue that work with @EnergyCommerce.

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This week, Ranking Member Frank Pallone welcomed 7 new Democrats to the Energy and Commerce Committee! @aoc.bsky.social @repauchincloss.bsky.social @reptroycarter.bsky.social @menendez.house.gov @repkevinmullin.bsky.social @repgreglandsman.bsky.social @mcclellan.house.gov

Graphic welcoming new members to the Energy & Commerce Committee Democrats. Features headshots of seven members: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14), Rep. Jake Auchincloss (MA-04), Rep. Troy Carter (LA-02), Rep. Rob Menendez (NJ-08), Rep. Kevin Mullin (CA-15), Rep. Greg Landsman (OH-01), Rep. Jennifer McClellan (VA-04).

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 11(source)

Happy National Milk Day! Did you know milk is the official drink of Virginia? The Commonwealth has 365 dairy farms, including Richlands Dairy & Creamery in VA-04!

Photo of cows at Richlands Dairy and Creamery.

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 10(source)

This week, we certified the election of one president and mourned another. I also co-led a bipartisan bill on organ donation modernization and launched my 2025 Valentines for Vets Program. Check out these highlights and more!

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 10(source)

Prompts for the essays and more information can be found on my website here: mcclellan.house.gov/media/press-...

McClellan Announces 2025 Black History Month Essay Contest

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) announced the launch of the 2025 Black History Month Essay Contest for middle and high school students in Virginia’s Fourth Congressi...

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 10(source)

Students in VA-04: are you interested in learning and writing about Black history? If so, you can participate in my Annual Black History Month Essay Contest! Middle and high schoolers residing or attending school in VA-04 are encouraged to submit an essay by February 7.

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 10(source)

Richmond water distribution sites: rva.gov/press-releas... Henrico water distribution sites (will close at 8 PM tonight): henrico.gov/news/2025/01...

Public water distribution sites | Richmond

Rep. Jennifer McClellan@mcclellan.house.govJan 10(source)

🚰 ALERT: Boil water advisories are still in effect for Richmond and all of Henrico County. Lists of water distribution sites can be found below. ⬇️

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Sponsored Bills(23)

H.R. 8853 (119th)
To amend title 49, United States Code, to allow Amtrak to use grant funds to satisfy non-Fed…
H.R. 7783 (119th)
To direct the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to publish …
H.R. 7676 (119th)
To amend the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006 to authorize States …
H.R. 7341 (119th)
To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to include certain part B institutions to be eligi…
H. Res. 964 (119th)
Recognizing the bicentennial of the historic DACOR Bacon House.

Cosponsored Bills(144)

H. Res. 1323 (119th)
Recognizing the impact the stigmatization of menstruation has on the lives of women, girls, …
Joined: 2026-05-22
H. Res. 1318 (119th)
Expressing support for the designation of the month of May 2026 as "Progressive Supranuclear…
Joined: 2026-05-21
H.R. 8968 (119th)
To prohibit the President from filing a civil action against the United States.
Joined: 2026-05-21
H.R. 8907 (119th)
To direct the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to implement the…
Joined: 2026-05-19
H. Res. 1285 (119th)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that over 25 years of real-world eviden…
Joined: 2026-05-14

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Voting History

550 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.

Date	Bill	Question	Position	Party Maj	Align?	Result
2025-04-10	H. Con. Res. 14 (119th)	Accept Senate changes	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-10	H.R. 1228 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-10	H.R. 1526 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-09	H.R. 1526 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-04-09	S.J. Res. 18 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-09	S.J. Res. 28 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-09	H. Res. 313 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-09	H. Res. 313 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-08	H. Res. 294 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-08	H. Res. 294 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-04-07	H.R. 1039 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-07	H.R. 586 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-01	H.R. 1491 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-04-01	H. Res. 282 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-04-01	H. Res. 282 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-31	H.R. 997 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-31	H.R. 517 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Approve amendment	NO	NO	✓	Failed
2025-03-27	H.R. 1048 (119th)	Approve amendment	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-03-27	H.J. Res. 75 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-27	H.J. Res. 24 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-25	H. Res. 242 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-25	H. Res. 242 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-25	H.R. 1534 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-24	H.R. 1326 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-24	H.R. 359 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-11	H.J. Res. 25 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-11	H.R. 1968 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-11	H.R. 1968 (119th)	Send back to committee	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-03-11	H.R. 1156 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-11	H. Res. 211 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-11	H. Res. 211 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-10	H.R. 993 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-10	H.R. 901 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-10	H.R. 495 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-06	H. Res. 189 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-06	S.J. Res. 11 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-05	H. Res. 189 (119th)	Kill the motion	YES	YES	✓	Failed
2025-03-05	H.J. Res. 42 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-05	H.J. Res. 61 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-04	H. Res. 177 (119th)	Approve resolution	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-04	H. Res. 177 (119th)	End debate now	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-03-04	H.R. 758 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-03-03	H.R. 856 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	Passed
2025-02-27	H.J. Res. 20 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-26	H.J. Res. 35 (119th)	Final passage	NO	NO	✓	Passed
2025-02-26	H.R. 695 (119th)	Fast-track passage	YES	YES	✓	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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