Economy: Senator Feinstein believes that Congress has a responsibility to invest in creating jobs through “job
training programs, investing in infrastructure and making higher education more affordable.” She also believes in
passing legislation on tax reform and reducing congressional spending to balance the federal budget.
Drugs: Senator Feinstein is the chairman of the Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control. She is interested
in reducing “trafficking and drug-related violence in Mexico and Afghanistan,” and the effect that illegal drugs have
in communities in the United states.
Environment: Senator Feinstein strongly believes in the preservation of natural resources and protecting our
environment. She has been a constant champion for legislation that would lower humans carbon footprint on the
environment. "One of her top priorities each year is robust funding for research and development of renewable energy
technologies and energy efficiency improvements."
Contact:
Washington DC office: (202) 224-3841 San Francisco Office: (415) 393-0707
Party Affiliation:
Democratic
Committees:
Senate Committee on the Judiciary
Subcommittees: Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, Senate Committee on Appropriations, Senate Committee on
Rules and Administrations, Energy and Water (Vice Chairman), Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug
Administration, and Related Agencies, Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies, Defense, Transportation,
Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies, Interior, Environment and Related Agencies
Background:
Born on June 22, 1933, in San francisco, California, she attended Standford University before taking office on
November 3, 1992.