US Representative

Suhas Subramanyam

Biography

Suhas Subramanyam is a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives, representing Virginia's 10th congressional district. He was born on September 26, 1986, in Houston, Texas. Subramanyam graduated from Clear Lake High School and earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Tulane University in 2008. He later obtained his Juris Doctor from Northwestern University in 2013. Before entering Congress, he served on staff for U.S. Representative Suzanne Kosmas, and held positions with the Senate Judiciary Committee and the White House Office of the Chief Technology Officer. He was elected to the Virginia House of Delegates in 2020 and subsequently moved to the Virginia State Senate in 2024, prior to his election to Congress in 2025.

As a member of the House, Subramanyam serves on the Ethics Committee, the Oversight and Government Reform Committee, and the Science, Space, and Technology Committee, as well as its Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics, reflecting his commitment to accountability and scientific advancement.

Subramanyam has sponsored and co-sponsored several initiatives that highlight his legislative priorities and political leanings. Among the notable bills he has been involved with are the Washington, D.C. Admission Act (HB51), aimed at granting D.C. statehood, and the Equal Access to Contraception for Veterans Act (HB211), which seeks to improve healthcare access for veterans. His involvement in these measures demonstrates an inclination towards social equity issues and reproductive rights.

In addition, Subramanyam sponsored the LEASH DOGE Act (HB1544), which focuses on enhancing transparency in federal government operations. This bill illustrates his commitment to improving government efficiency and accountability. He also co-sponsored the Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act (HB20), a comprehensive labor reform bill that seeks to strengthen workers' rights and unionization efforts, indicating his strong pro-labor stance.

Subramanyam's legislative efforts often target systemic issues, from improving veterans' healthcare and safeguarding voting rights to enhancing labor protections and promoting governmental transparency. Through bills like the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act (HB14), he demonstrates a commitment to civil rights and accessible voting.

He also embodies a focus on local heritage, as shown by his sponsorship of the General George C. Marshall House National Park designation (HB1352), promoting Virginia's historical significance.

Politically, Subramanyam aligns with progressive values, advocating for policies that promote social justice and economic equality. His active role in diverse committees and broad range of sponsored legislation indicate a strategy centered on accountability, transparency, and representation of his constituents’ voices.

By prioritizing both national issues, such as reproductive rights and labor reforms, and local historical recognition, Subramanyam seeks to create a balanced approach to his responsibilities as a legislator. He aims to address both the immediate concerns of his Virginia constituents and broader societal issues, reinforcing his dedication to serving his community while advancing progressive legislation in Congress.